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Laurel B.


Martinez, CA

$20/hr

Special Needs Childcare/Respite Services

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I have been a K-3 teacher for 26 years. I frequently taught students on the autism spectrum. Due to health issues, I am currently looking for work outside of the classroom. I am a very kind, thoughtful, and helpful person. Working with children brings me much joy. I love watching their excitement when they learn new skills....
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Denice B.


Martinez, CA

$20-28/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs

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I have been doing special needs respite and tutoring via Care. com for the last 1. 5 years. I also had my own special needs child and volunteered to help in all her special day classes. I also planned and taught a mid-week children's program for over 100 children and volunteer teachers. I taught those that needed help in our...
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Denice B.


Martinez, CA

$15-22/hr1 yrs exp

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I have cared for several family members over the last 5 years having mobility issues, medication tracking with dementia, Alzheimer disease for weekend respite. I also care for special needs and a great deal of experience with down syndrome, seizures, and PTSD. I have a reliable car and am very comfortable with all pets having my...
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Kellen D.


Martinez, CA

$35/hr4 yrs exp

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I have 4 years of experience working as an au pair/sitter in US. I was an au pair in 2019 in Lafayette, CA helping my host family with 4 teenager boys. A loot of driving and cooking. After the time with my host family I looked after twins for another 2 years and also helped running errands for the family. I have experience with...

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I have 4 years of experience working as an au pair/sitter in US. I was an au pair in 2019 in Lafayette, CA helping my host family with 4 teenager boys. A loot of driving and cooking. After the time with my host family I looked after twins for another 2 years and also helped running errands for the family. I have experience with...
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Laurel B.


Martinez, CA

$20-24/hr6 yrs exp

Kinder-2nd Grade Tutor And Part Time Nanny

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I'd describe my personality as friendly, helpful, and calm. I like working with kids because they bring me much joy. I'm looking for a job that gives me the opportunity to work with young children one on one or small group. I have taught K-3rd grade for 26 years. Due to health issues, I am currently looking for work outside...
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Sierra L.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$24-25/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I am currently a Respite Caregiver for children with special needs! I have experience working with and caring for children and teens on the Autism spectrum, who have Down Syndrome, ADHD, and more. I've also cared for children who are nonverbal. I work with children who require extra attention and support, and I understand it can...
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Dianne Elisee C.


Pinole, CA

$35/hr1 yrs exp

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5.0

(3)

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I'd describe my personality as SWEET , HARDWORKING and KIND. I like caring for people with special needs because they need the most care and I would love to give the best care I can for them. I'm looking for a job that provides safe environment for both the caregivers and patients. I started caring for people with special...
5.0
"Dianne is great. She took care of our 2.5 year old son 1 time when Dianne was nannying for a friend and he had a great time. We hired Dianne as a babysitter shortly after that and our son was extremely excited...

Reviewed by Care member

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Brooklyn M.


Berkeley, CA

$25-40/hr

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Hi there! My name is Blu and I am a current student attending UC Berkeley! I am studying computer science and art practice :) I have worked with special needs children and adults for over 7 now through my volunteer organization called TEAM Vacaville. Since the age of 12 I have been exposed to a variety of...
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Jonique H.


San Pablo, CA

$20-24/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Jonique I am 18. I have a year of experience with working with special needs children with Down syndrome and autism. I am more than willing to learn and adapt to everything I need to learn to become the best companion to your child. I am more then willing to make my availability as flexible as possible to suit...
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Katherine A.


Walnut Creek, CA

$20-24/hr5 yrs exp

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I've worked with multiple families that have kids with special / extra needs. Also I've Build my experience with family members who I helped with children with Down syndrome & Kids development disorders . I call it patients and understanding. Building a communication. Creating a trust. Help them feel safe at all times.
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Leslie A.


San Pablo, CA

$21-26/hr6 yrs exp

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I have a lot of experience with kids and adults with disabilities. I started working with kids with autism at 17 years old, I started to grow a passion to get to know kids/teens with disabilities since we found out my brother is in the spectrum. I wanted to learn, and become familiar with things my family and I were probably...

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Growing up with a sister with Down syndrome, I have had exposure to special needs my entire life. Although my sister was mainstreamed at the same school as I was growing up, I was always volunteering and working with her classmates in the main room. I also volunteered with Special Olympics at a young age and continued to do s...
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Prakruthi S.


Walnut Creek, CA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I am currently working as a behavioral aide. I spend my days working to help the students learn skills and emotional regulation skills that allow them to work towards being more independent. I have experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Down's syndrome.
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Alessandra B.


Vallejo, CA

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Ready To Work!

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Hello!! My name is Alessandra and I'm a 29-year-old looking to help a family where I can! I have over 10 years of childcare experience with children from 5 to 11 mostly. I spent 6 years working as a behavior therapist and have extensive experience with special needs, especially Autism, Down Syndrome, and ADHD. I am currently in...
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Lakeisha S.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

4.5

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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....

Reviewed by Arielle B.

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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

5.0

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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...

Reviewed by Care member

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Alicia E.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Flexible Caregiver.

5.0

(2)

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Hello, my names Alicia. I studied social work for two years. I recently moved to the Bay Area to be closer to my sister who lives here. I have been babysitting since 2014 and have a range of experience from babysitting young children to being a caregiver for adults with medical conditions. I have had great experiences with the...
5.0
"We were blessed to have Alicia nanny for our two girls for several months up until she moved out of state. She was literally a real life Mary Poppins and we are lost without here :( She was just amazing with...

Reviewed by Logan T.

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Christy W.


Antioch, CA

$25-29/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am CPR certified I also have 2 nephews that have autism that I helped my sister when she needed help. Also have worked with down syndrome children. I am a hard worker and willing to work with the family routine.
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Sarah M.


Oakland, CA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Teacher Of 13 Years Looking For Part-Time Work

5.0

(2)

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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...
5.0
"Sarah has a gift with children - they adore and trust her immediately! She is trustworthy, dependable, and hard-working. Get her while she's still available - you will be lucky to have her."

Reviewed by Renee F.

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Martinez, CA

Dianne Elisee C.

5.0

Dianne is amazing with our 11 month old baby. She doesn't just understand him, she loves him and takes excellent care of him. She's experienced with babies and young kids and she takes the time to learn about your individual child’s needs and personality. She's sweet and kind and it's a pleasure to...

- Care member

Lakeisha S.

4.0

Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my son engaged him and quickly form trusted and supporting bond. She is trustworthy and she became part of the fabric of our home life and outside activities for...

- Donald W.

Rose L.

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 continues to nurse and Rose has had no...

- Care member

Alicia E.

5.0

We were blessed to have Alicia nanny for our two girls for several months up until she moved out of state. She was literally a real life Mary Poppins and we are lost without here :( She was just amazing with our very strong willed 4 year old and our 1.5 year old. She was so caring and patient and...

- Logan T.

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.

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