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Lakeisha S.

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Oakland, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a Kinesiology degree from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete my whole childhood) but when I graduated, plans changed. I have most of my experiences as a mother, to (beautiful 18 yr. old daughter)...
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Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Oakland, CA

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$24/hr
My junior year of college I worked at a residential home for young adults with varying intellectual disabilities including autism and Down syndrome. I worked with them through enriching activities. I helped foster there abilities and created a safe space for them to flourish
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I Looking For A Job Full-time Or Part-time

Oakland, CA

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Hello, I am a Nanny looking for a full-time or part-time job, I have 7 years of experience with children with autism, I am a mother with a son on the autism spectrum and with him I have learned to understand his behavior, I like to play, read, go to the bookstore and above all I like to help develop their skills so they can...
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Part Time Caregiver

Berkeley, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I've worked with special needs children in different modalities such as movement and after school programs. I have experience working with children on the autism spectrum, cerebral palsy and Down's syndrome from ages 3-19.
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Castro Valley, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I volunteer at my church for the "buddy system", every Sunday I work one on one with a special needs kid. My neighbor (who is like a sister to me) has down syndrome and I have helped take care of her.
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Emeryville, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience
Im Kaylynn, a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and reach their full potential. I have three years of experience caring for children of all ages, and I'm comfortable looking after up to three children at a time. For the past two and half years I've worked with adolescents...
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Castro Valley, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I worked at the school district for seven years in the Special Day Class. I worked with children with Autism, CP and Down syndrome. Some of my duties were OT, Adaptive PE, basic life skills dressing themselves, public outings(grocery store, bank) crossing the street in a crosswalk, and the value of money.
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Caregiver

Berkeley, CA

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$25/hr
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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Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(0)
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$24/hr
4 years experience
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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Educated Child/youth Worker/special Needs Children .

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 30 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I love children and dogs! 20 plus years experience working with children professionally. Educated & trained , college degree in early childhood development /education + special needs. CPR. Worked with children in daycare, preschool-nursery school, kindergarten in Norway for 11 years. I am positive, kind, caring, dependable,...

Care Member says "Annie took care of our daughter (who is now 13 months old) full-time during the workweek from September through February (6 months) this past year. It...

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Part-time Caregiver

Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is Joan.. I have watched a young man with Down syndrome occasionally since he was 5 years old, he is 21 years old now. He is the son of my sister's best friend and a friend to our family. I have watched him on date nights and/or a day out for shopping with the girls.

Ayisha B. says "I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still work with Joan...

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Angelina 18 Years Old

Concord, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Working with special needs is a privilege. If your kid has special needs and struggling to find a sitter who will stay then Look no further because I will. I have a cousin who has down syndrome and have taken care of her many times. I have another cousin who is autistic and has OCD and even though he's a handful he's so fun to...
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San Francisco, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I have lots of experience working with people with many kids of physical and mental handicaps. I have been closely working with special needs students since I have been in middle school. Professional experience: - Volunteer at HSHS St. Vincent Children's Hospital - Volunteer soccer coach for people with disabilities - Student...
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Martinez, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
hello, my name is Kaitlyn. I am a warm, positive, bright person. I am a nursing student at Unitek college in concord. I am also a mom of a wonderful energetic 3year old boy. My experience with special needs includes; I am a sister to a broad spectrum of special needs, I have two deaf siblings, along with a sibling who has...
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Tutor (Special Needs Experienced)

Union City, CA

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Worked with children from elementary to high school. Tutored children with Autism and Down Syndrome. Participated in peer reviewing and writing research papers at university levels.
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San Ramon, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Planning curriculum for teaching a 23-year-old woman with Down Syndrome life skills like applying for jobs, maintaining daily routines, and money management. I also have a twin brother with special needs so I can work very well with them.
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San Francisco, CA

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$35/hr
4 years experience
Hi everyone! I have a passion for special needs. I have an adopted brother with Down Syndrome and he just got diagnosed with Autism as well. I have experience with interacting with them, playing, feeding, bathing, driving. I am a kind, responsible and patient nanny. Looking forward to hearing back from you! Thank you!
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Union City, CA

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Worked as an ABA technician around the bay. Experience with ADHD, Autism, and Down Syndrome. and help with special needs.
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San Francisco, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
My name is Sarah and I am 19 years old. I live in Newburyport, MA, and graduated high school from St. Mark's School in 2015. After graduating, I decided to take a year off before going to college. For about 4 months I volunteered in Lima, Peru working with children and adults with severe special needs, planning and supervising...
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  • 34 Down syndrome care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.75/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated Down syndrome care is 5.0

Recent Down syndrome care reviews from local parents in Oakland, CA

Down Syndrome Care in Oakland, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 34 listed Down syndrome care

Rose L.

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...

- Care member

Annie W.

Annie took care of our daughter (who is now 13 months old) full-time during the workweek from September through February (6 months) this...

- Care member

Joan M.

I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still...

- Ayisha B.

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