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Dale R.


Gilroy, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Seeking Regular Schedule With Consistent Clients

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I previously worked for the Alzheimer's Association and left this past summer after almost 19 years of rewarding work. I also have experience in providing care in the home, as well as managing a dementia care skilled nursing home. I LOVE working with seniors and person with special needs. They are a unique, and interesting...
Dale can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care

Dale R.


Gilroy, CA

$10-15/hr

Baby Sitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a middle aged, healthy and active woman who previously worked for a people oriented non-profit for 19 years. I'm taking a bit of a break professionally, to explore local options near where I live, Gilroy. I am also a Certified Recreation Therapist. While I don't have a lot of formal experience working with kids, I do...
Hi, I am a Certified Recreation Therapist with more than 30 years of experience. I live locally in Gilroy and have references as needed. I enjoy improving the quality of life for people with special needs, and can adapt to a variety of needs using my degree and experience as a foundation. I am compassionate, reliable, and easy...

Nicole S.


Aptos, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/tutor (All Ages & Special Needs).

5.0

(3)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have babysat children since I was 12 years old all the way through my college years. I am wonderful around kids; with babysitting, I have experience with babies as young as 6 months to high school age. I have even worked with a few school districts tutoring special needs kids (aged 5 through college) and am ABA trained...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nicole is very sweet, punctual, and reliable. I would definitely recommend her to other families!"

Angie A.

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Gabriela R.


San Jose, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Intentional Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi families, thank you for viewing my profile. My name is Gabby, I am 29 years old and reside in CA with my wife, daughter and our 3 dogs. I have a college degree from UC Berkeley, a health coaching certification and I am CPR / First Aid / AED certified. I have over 10 years of experience working with children with and without...
Gabriela can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gabby has been taking care of my baby girl for total about 10 months. She was professional, and put us completely at ease. She was warm, kind, and caring. She engaged with my baby girl by music, reading, taking a walk, all kinds of activities, etc., and my girl...

Beth L.

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Amber H.


San Jose, CA

$21-30/hr8 yrs exp

Amber Loves Children; Preschool Teacher In Training

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an Liberal Arts/ Education graduate from Dominican University and a graduate of Los Medians College in Pittsburg, California with an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and Liberal Arts. I have certification to work with children with special needs, infants and toddler, assistant teaching, along with multiple...
Amber can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kenneth G.


Aptos, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Family Assistant/ Odd Jobs/ Pet Care/ House sitting/ And More

I have worked with a variety of children in a variety of settings since 1994. First as a tennis coach for kids, then as a Residential Treatment Counselor for 10+ years, in-home Autism Therapist, as a Family Assistant on a large estate in Santa Cruz for 9 years, and as a special needs caregiver for 6+ years. I am currently a...
Kenneth can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rodolfo G.


San Jose, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I began caregiving by assisting my brother-in-law after he began hospice care for his cancer diagnosis. When I came to the United States, I started working for a 73-year-old male with Spinocerebella Ataxia for 4 months. When he passed away, I decided to go to school and I took training to get my CNA in New Jersey. I enjoy...
5.0
"Rudy worked as a care giver for my Dad several days a week for the past 18 months. He is a very caring man and my Dad was very fond of him. In addition to taking great care of my Dad, Rudy assisted my step-mom with a variety of household chores and ran errands...

Adrian J.

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Danielle K.


San Jose, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Nurse & Adenturer Looking To Help

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a lifetime of experience helping people. I can help with just about any side work needed. I have experience with special needs, 6+ years as a registered nurse, and am a great cook. I'd love to help where it's needed!
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We have hired Danielle twice to babysit our toddler and she is a total natural with kids. She was professional, friendly and great with our little girl. Would absolutely hire her again!"

Alison K.

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Marivic M.


San Jose, CA

$30-45/hr

Direct Support Professional

I have more than 20 years of caregiver experience, providing compassionate and professional care to Adults and Children who are developmentally disabled with medical condition and behavior (Level 4 E facility). I have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively, function independently, and interact...
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Marcela O.


Watsonville, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Vibrant And Caring Part Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Marcela, 27 years old - Fluent in Portuguese English and a little Spanish I have a bachelor's degree and am working toward a degree in nursing. I am creative, vibrant, flexible, and understanding. I am excellent at listening to and observing kids, which helps me learn about them and their needs to be the best caretaker I can...
Marcela can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Trustline Certified

CPR

5.0
"Marcela is AMAZING! She is very warm and kind! She is such a hard worker and is professional and reliable. Anyone would be blessed to hire her!"

Ariel K.

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Mona N.


San Jose, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Family Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Also "date night" and occasional times available. I formerly had a home daycare license in Mountain View, CA for 5 years. I worked as an in-home nanny for 15+ years, Girl Scout and Cub Scout leader for 10+ years, preschool and Head Start ass't teacher 2 years. I love doing arts & crafts, silly songs & games, storytelling,...
Mona can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mona is amazing. My girls had a blast with her. She's creative and nurturing and I immediately felt comfortable with her. We will definitely hire her again."

Former Member A.

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Michele F.


San Jose, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Educated, Reliable, Loving, Creative And Playful Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have: -20 yrs of babysitting experience -8 yrs of Nanny experience -Worked with children of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, health conditions, special needs, Autism, developmental delays, & behavioral challenges. -Bachelors Degree in Nutritional Sciences -Continued education post graduation in various programs/coursework in...
Michele can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Michele showed great attention to detail, compassion and enthusiasm in everything she did. She had outstanding techniques to help them acclimate to her and their new routine. By day 2, our boys were simply obsessed with her (which was surprising to us as our...

Olivia H.

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Maria A.


San Jose, CA

$20-25/hr

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver

I have always loved working with children. I started volunteering at an Elementary school tutoring children. I babysat a couple months old baby all the way to the age of 3. I have also taught preschool aged children for an after school program. During my internship I worked with children of special needs as my BA is in...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maria is great with kids. I was not sure how my child would adjust to anyone new but Maria made him very comfortable and played with him. She would engage him with toys and sing to him nursery rhymes which was amazing."

Payal S.

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Sasha M.


San Jose, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Great With Children!

Hello! My name is Sasha and I've been working with children in various setting for the past 5 years. I used to be a Camp Leader in Girl Scouts of America and currently work at a center in Evergreen assisting children in learning to program! I also have experience with children who have special needs and know how to work with...
Sasha can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Marcela, 27 years old, 2 bachelors. Portuguese, English and little bit of Spanish speaker. Easy going, organized, responsible and respectful. Comfortable with light housekeeping, pets, errands. Raised by my grandma, while mom worked, and still have her around. I love to help, makes me happy. IHSS, experience with special...
Marcela can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
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Jennifer S.


San Jose, CA

$22-27/hr10 yrs exp

Jennifer Of All Trades!

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, caring, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience teaching, and caring for children, from infants to teenagers along with Special Needs children. With me, your children will receive fun appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested....
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Katy E.


Watsonville, CA

$23-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Katy I am 19 years old. I love being able to help families with their Child's needs. I love what I do. I would describe myself as very outgoing, nice, kind and very patient.
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Darlene S.


Watsonville, CA

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate Special Needs Caregiver

I am a special needs caregiver which includes- Activities such medication management, serving/prepping meals, running errands, providing companionship, assisting in dressing etc. I am passionate for what I do because I love helping people. I am also good at making sure my clients feel empowered in their daily decision making...
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Ericka S.


Watsonville, CA

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Extensive Emergency Medical Training And I Provide Compassionate Reliable Care For All Ages

I have always provided care since I was very young. I am in the medical field, mostly in an emergency room setting for over 12 years. I have a degree in radiology and computed tomography. I have extensive Medical Care providing background. I also have experience babysitting and childcare for people with special needs. I am one...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Martin, CA

Nicole S.

5.0

My girls really enjoyed their evening with Nicole.

- Danielle W.

Gabriela R.

5.0

Gabby has been taking care of my baby girl for total about 10 months. She was professional, and put us completely at ease. She was warm, kind, and caring. She engaged with my baby girl by music, reading, taking a walk, all kinds of activities, etc., and my girl loved spending time with Gabby and her...

- Beth L.

Rodolfo G.

5.0

Rudy has been working with us for two years now. He is always reliable and dependable. We appreciate his good nature and willingness to always be helpful.

- Heidi G.

Danielle K.

5.0

We needed Danielle’s help one afternoon with last minute babysitting coverage for our toddler. She was attentive, agreeable, and even helped us out by folding laundry too! She was willing to wear a mask. No complaints. Would definitely hire her again if our schedules align; keeping her in mind for...

- Care member

Marcela O.

5.0

Marcela is AMAZING! She is very warm and kind! She is such a hard worker and is professional and reliable. Anyone would be blessed to hire her!

- Ariel K.

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