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Lakeisha S.

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Oakland, CA

4.5(1)
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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)...

Donald W. says "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...

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Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$32/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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Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I've worked with mentally disabled adults and children for over 7years and I also have taken care of my brother who has Down syndrome from time to time. I love this field and look forward to more experience in doing so! Thanks feel free to contact me
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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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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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San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 30 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
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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Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Kaitlyn. A little bit about me is, I have a lot of experience as I have worked in many classrooms, day cares, and nanny positions. I am attentive and fun, I like to keep the kids occupied and moving throughout the day, with various activities. I enjoy imaginative play, singing, dancing, reading, etc. I have spent...

Isabella H. says "Kaitlyn was very attentive and hands on with my son and my daughter. We hired her on as a part time nanny and absolutely fell in love with her! We...

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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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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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Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Concord, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! I recently relocated to the Santa Rosa area to begin a master's program in mental health counseling at Sonoma State, beginning in August. For the past six years, I worked at a school for children with special needs, most with an autism diagnosis. I have also worked at a summer camp for special needs children for the past...
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Hi I Am Kaitlyn

Martinez, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
A little bit about me is, I have a lot of experience as I have worked in many classrooms, day cares, and nanny positions. I have spent a lot of time with children of all aspects. I am a mom to a awesome 2-year-old boy. I am also a sister of 7 and have three younger siblings, two of which have special needs. (Autism, and Down...
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San Francisco, CA

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$28/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! I'm a San Francisco state university grad with 6 years of experience caring for children including 4 years working at a summer camp planning engaging activities, ensuring safety, and helping kids build confidence. I also have personal experience with kids with special needs, I have a brother with Down Syndrome which...
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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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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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San Carlos, CA

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$45/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience working with children. I worked before In my country Nicaragua with them for five years. I like to help children with special needs. And I am a friendly person and responsible with my job. I studied Pedagogia with mention in Special Education back in Nicaragua. When I arrived to The United States I studied...
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Experienced Tutor For Math/Science And Language Arts

Concord, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Jenna, and for most of my career I have been working in Education. I started out as an Instructional Assistant with children with Special Needs such as Autism and Down's Syndrome. When the Pandemic hit, a family hired me full-time to help their two children adapt to online learning. I helped them keep up in...
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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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$24/hr
5 years experience
Caring for children with special needs has always been a meaningful part of my life. Growing up with my younger brother, who has Down syndrome, gave me hands-on experience in providing patient and compassionate care. Through him, I've developed strong skills in using American Sign Language (ASL), assisting with feeding, managing...
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Babysitter- Available Full-Part Time

San Francisco, CA

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$5/hr
I have volunteered 4 weeks+ at Camp I am Special, Promise, and Care. I also during some weeks, summers, and weekends help out my cousin(12 years old- Downs Syndrome).
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  • 25 Down syndrome care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.75/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated Down syndrome care is 4.5

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

Down Syndrome Care in Oakland, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 25 listed Down syndrome care

Lakeisha S.

Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my...

- Donald W.

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

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