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Danikalynn A.
Oakland, CA
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love been around kids of all ages, before I became a nanny I was working with child as a group leader/ after school coordinator. I have also worked with kids with special need. I have 4 children of my own. I enjoy doing activities, learning, coloring, singing, building clubhouses, baking if child/ren is old enough and like...
Danikalynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Danikalynn is wonderful with children. She came in a pinch to support me with my 8 and 4 year olds. She was prompt, sweet, attentive, and assertive. I would absolutely book her again."
Connie S.
Jordyn B.
Oakland, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. In this role I collect data, ensure client care, follow behavior reduction protocols, report to families/caregivers, and maintain client confidentiality.
5.0
"Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported...
Miriam P.
Sarah M.
Oakland, CA
$30-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Teacher Of 13 Years Looking For Part-Time Work
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Rasa!
(Rasa comes from Sarah, which is what is written in my past reviews)
I have 15+ years of experience working with youth of all ages. After years of working in many different environments, from teaching in the classroom, working as a full-time live-in/travel Nanny, to daycare providing and summer-camp...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is absolutely the best care giver we have had yet. She aligns with all your guidelines and requests while respecting the child fully. Our son truly loves this women and Sarah's teachings and love has left a long lasting mark on our family and our son. He's...
Sara M.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified Postpartum Doula, Special Needs Caretaker and Nanny. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I support play based learning and have extra training around social and emotional growth in regard to behavioral health and other emotional or...
Rose can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Our daughter has pretty severe separation anxiety normally, but she adjusted to Rose very quickly. Rose has a real talent for playing with and entertaining toddlers, and we loved having her in our home. We will be hiring Rose again. "
Care member
Amber T.
Hayward, CA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Have Just About As Much Energy As The Kids And I Can Get Things Done!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there,
I have over 8 years of experience with child's care. Around 4 years experience w/ people w/special needs. I am a board certified behavioral specialist and CPR certified! Currently have an AA in Psych and sociology going to classes online/ in person. I am working on my BA in Psych. I can help with Travel/ Light...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amber was amazing with our daughters, great communication, always on time, very kind, fun and patient with kids. She goes extra mile and house always looks organized and clean after her visit."
Pavel A.
Stephanie V.
Oakland, CA
$22-27/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents!
My name is Stephanie and I'm looking for occasional babysitting on weekdays, date nights, weekends. I am a Flight Attendant so it has been a little bit hard to find a family that work with my timelines but I will put my intentions out there anyways!
I just moved to San Francisco since I got based here....
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie was very loving with our twin year old boys. She was especially good at following their schedule for naps/feeding as infants as I laid out for her, but also with the intuition to make adjustments as needed. While not in her job responsibility on hire,...
Care member
4.9
(14)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amber. I a 41year-old mother who is married and from the Bay Area.
I have loved and cared for children as long as I can remember. With over 25 years experience working with children, I have taught swimming, gymnastics, as well as nannying for multiples- special needs and multiples. No matter the age/ I am excited to...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amber has picked up my two kiddos (ages 4 and 7) from school/preschool for the last two years. They do lots of fun stuff together, and Amber is a big help with laundry and keeping the house tidy. She’s amazing!"
Care member
Tetiana V.
Alameda, CA
$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Experienced, Professional, With Medical Education, Full And Part-time .
5.0
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Comprehensive development of a child from infancy to preschool. Experienced with babysitting 2-3 kids simultaneously, as well as children with special needs (autists, deaf, children with cerebral palsy). Available starting Feb-15-2024 as shared nanny; looking to add a playmate for an adorable & friendly 18months old boy.
Tetiana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We would definitely recommend Tanya as a caregiver. She watched our daughter and loved her like her own child. She always made sure that she was taken care of whether it was feeding her delicious homemade food, reading and singing songs, or taking her to the park...
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly skilled special needs child caretaker, Paraprofessional and Doula. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I am passionate about supporting people to thrive. I have extensive experience across the life cycle serving toddlers; school aged...
5.0
"I am grateful to have found Rose. She takes very good care of my child and also cares for us all as a family. For example, as first time parents we were very nervous about allowing someone to take care of our child and she was very sensitive to that. My wife...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a current medical student with 8 years of experience working in childcare looking for jobs during my winter break. I am skilled in neurodiversity affirming care for kids and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
5.0
"Kyra is a wonderful caretaker. I have two kids (9 and 6) and they both loved her and asked for her the next time my husband and I went out! She is friendly and very responsible."
Lucy B.
Chantal B.
Oakland, CA
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Chantal, and I am currently seeking opportunities in home and childcare driven purely by my passion for this field at this stage of my life. With a robust background in infant care and child development, I bring a lot of love along with my experience and dedication to any family I work with.
Growing up, I...
Chantal can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"My little girl loves Chantal! They have a blast singing and dancing together! I have come to trust her with my girl which is a hard thing to do. She is great with communication whether it be about availability or E.'s needs and behavior throughout the day."
Sarah E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been a doula and childcare provider for the last 8 years, I take pride in what I do, and love it wholeheartedly. Most of my experience has been in caring for newborns and infants, but I also have years of experience working with children of all ages from newborns to adolescents. I am a certified First Responder, a step...
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mary was everything we wanted in a night nurse and more. She loved our baby boy and took care of him while I was recovering from a C-section and transitioning into motherhood. She took him each night during his sleep, woke me for feedings, and gave me feedback and...
Erica W.
Hortencia N.
Hayward, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi my name is Hortencia, I have been working as a nanny for more than 16 years, through thoses years I have been taking care of twins, new born and children with special needs. Im recently working with a family but unfortunately I recently move to Hayward and Im looking for a Job neat by. As a nanny my priority are to create a...
Hortencia can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"To say that I miss Hortencia, would be an understatement. As a new mother, her expertise was invaluable. She taught my baby so much. She was communicative and careful. Most of all, she was deeply respectful.
Most of all, she continuously works on how to be a...
Brenda R.
Aneti L.
Oakland, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been doing special care need care for 10years and up. Have been working with different patients.
Bonnie B.
Alameda, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have personal and professional experience with children who have special needs. My son has special needs and I assist families navigate the IEP process currently. I also have a masters degree in psychology and have worked my entire career with special needs people of all ages. I have worked in all settings from inpatient,...
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with people with special needs in almost every job I have had - I have no problem adjusting my style towards your needs - or learning new skills that would help you out!
Carmen M.
Oakland, CA
$40-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Carmen, and I am 27 years old. I began my childcare working with kids in special needs education at Castro Valley High School my sophomore year until I graduated in 2014. During that time I was also a part time nanny for various families in the evenings. After high-school I immediately began working as a...
Carmen can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Carmen is a premiere childcare provider! Very familiar with terminologies relating to care styles, such as BLE and attachment parenting. conversation was very comfortable and had a natural flow. Experience is impressive and I recommend her to anyone looking for...
Joe M.
Lakeisha S.
Oakland, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a degree in Kinesiology from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete from childhood-18 yrs.) but when I graduated, there was a change of heart. I have most of my experiences as a mother first, to my beautiful...
5.0
"We worked with Lakeisha early in the pandemic as a daily aide for our 4yo son with disabilities. We were so grateful for her assistance and expertise. She is patient, accommodating, knowledgeable and kind. She assisted in both academic study and...
Arielle B.
Mario P.
San Ramon, CA
$23-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a friendly and motivated 25-year-old bay area native. I work for Contra Costa ARC and assist those with special needs. I am reliable and always willing to jump right in and help when needed. I am a musician, animal lover, video game enthusiast and really value spending time with good friends & family. Lets face it,...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My boys enjoyed hanging out with Mario at home and the skate parks. He is kind and considerate. A good role model for teenage boys. "
Mary R.
3.0
(1)
Parents, if you are looking for a teacher/childcare provider to provide quality care & education for your kids, you landed in the right place. I am here to partner with you to raise your children! I have associate degrees in child development & childhood education, and certifications in infant & toddler specialist, and...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Leandro, CA
Danikalynn A.
5.0
Danikalynn is wonderful with children. She came in a pinch to support me with my 8 and 4 year olds. She was prompt, sweet, attentive, and assertive. I would absolutely book her again.
- Connie S.
Jordyn B.
5.0
Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported him outside of school. Somehow she...
- Miriam P.
Sarah M.
5.0
She is absolutely the best care giver we have had yet. She aligns with all your guidelines and requests while respecting the child fully. Our son truly loves this women and Sarah's teachings and love has left a long lasting mark on our family and our son. He's many little issues melted away...
- Sara M.
Rose L.
5.0
Rose is consistent, gentle, and incredibly knowledgeable about child development. Our toddler, who’d only spent time with relatives, immediately warmed up to her. Rose is a very active caregiver, taking our kiddo to explore parks and the botanical garden nearby. Highly recommend working with her!
- Care member
Amber T.
5.0
Amber was amazing with our daughters, great communication, always on time, very kind, fun and patient with kids. She goes extra mile and house always looks organized and clean after her visit.
- Pavel A.
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