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Heather L.

Occasional Special Needs Care

Petaluma, CA

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$29/hr
10 years experience
Hi Everyone, I have great references, both personal and professional (including my current employers). I'm available for occasional evening care of children, teens and adults with disabilities. I'm not able to work through an agency. I have over 30 years experience working with children of all ages and over 10 years of...
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Looking To Help Where Needed

Petaluma, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I have extensive experience supporting children, adults, and individuals with disabilities, including autistic children and adults with unique needs, such as those living with quadriplegia. Providing compassionate care has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my life, and I am committed to fostering a safe,...
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Petaluma, CA

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$22/hr
My experience as a teacher likely plays a huge role in your ability to connect with children. Teaching gives you plenty of practice in managing a classroom, engaging students, and finding ways to make learning fun and accessible. It also helps me develop strong communication and organizational skills, along with the patience and...
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Very Caring Caregiver

Rohnert Park, CA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have extensive nanny experience and experience with elderly people with physical and mental limitations. I am very trainable, but not suitable for jobs requiring therapy training.
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$30/hr
Hey there! I'm from Brazil, and I've been in the US since 2022. I worked as a pastry chef for a while and I've been offering my caregiver services since 2023. I started working only with kids and since mid 2025 I've been also working with elders, people recovering from accidents/surgeries and people with autism. I'm always...
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$19/hr
Hi! My name is Alexis, I am 21 years old and am currently a senior at Sonoma State studying education. I've been working with children my whole life, my mom owned a preschool so I was always there helping out and caring for the children. I also have two little sisters, the youngest of the two being six. I have an uncle who has...
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Intuitive Special Needs Sitter/assistant

Rohnert Park, CA

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$42/hr
3 years experience
I have over 4 years of experience (5yrs-45yrs) with those on the autism spectrum, cognitive disabilities, managing seizures, I used to do ABA therapy with young children as well. I have experience with dressing, bathing assistance, and am overall a very intuitive caretaker. I am looking forward to hearing from you!
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$22/hr
I'm a caregiver for 6yrs now. I worked in an elder facility and cared for 9 clients with Dementia/ Alzheimer. I worked also in a developmental disability facility and cared for 4 clients with speech delays, autism, cognitive disabilities, mobility challenges and with Down syndrome. I'm currently working as a per diem...
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San Rafael, CA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
I have over 10 years of experience working with children and over 4 years working with children who have special needs. Specifically, I have been working with children on the autism spectrum for almost 5 years now. I have a BA in psychology and just graduated with my Masters in Special Education in May 2018. I currently work as...
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Experienced, Reliable Caregiver (6+ Years, Special Needs & Multi-Child Care)

Novato, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a dependable, hands-on caregiver with over 6 years of babysitting and nannying experience. I've cared for up to 4+ children at once, so managing different ages, routines, and personalities is very normal for me. I also have experience with children with special needs and understand the importance of patience, structure, and...
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Nive To Meet You! (:

Santa Rosa, CA

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$30/hr
Hi! My name is Isabel and I am 24 years old. I have a B. A. in Early Childhood Education and an A. A. in Child Development. I have always loved working with children and grew up in a big family. The oldest of my younger brothers is on the autism spectrum so I have personal familial experience with children on the spectrum. I was...
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Fairfax, CA

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$20/hr
I current take care of a handicapped 7 years old girl, I've been doing this for 2 years now, and I love it, I pick her up from school every day and then we go to the park to play, or we go on walks, she loves me to sing to her and read to her. we also play games, she loves to throw the ball, she puts a smile on my face every...
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Highly Skilled Previously Licensed Professional

Sebastopol, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have over 20 years experience working with mentally ill and developmentally disabled clients. Im also highly skilled with elder care and hospice. In my younger years I worked as a licensed professional for two decades with the criminally insane, adult chronic schizophrenic patients, sensory impaired (both visual and hearing)...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$27/hr
I'm a compassionate caregiver with a deep, personal connection to the special needs community. Two of my closest childhood friends -- one deaf, one paraplegic -- have been in my life for decades. I've traveled with them and assisted them, giving me a natural ease with adaptive care. As a dance instructor for 20+ years, I...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Hi there, I'm a mom of a 16-year-old who attends high school. She is amazing. I've cared for kids with Autism for the past 5 years or so. I like to form a special bond with my kids. I'm very dependable and willing to work on routines and behaviors.
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Great Caregiver

Santa Rosa, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I have worked in an Adaptive P.E. Program for a year. While working in that class I watched for the safety of all students, floated children on their back to help them feel comfortable in the water, used the wheelchair lift and did group activities. I have passion in the kind of work because in the future I would like to be a...
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SPED Elementary Teacher

Santa Rosa, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I have been teaching and working with special needs students since March 2021. I have been working with students age 4-8, so TK-2 grade! I have worked with students with several different disabilities like SLD, ASD, Cerebral Palsy, DiGeorge Syndrome, Down Syndrome, etc.
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Working with those who have special needs is of special importance to me. I joined the field a year ago and have worked with a wide range of individuals, with different capabilities and different behaviors. I take personal pride in taking care of the individuals I am assigned, and find ways to mesh with their way of learning and...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$29/hr
9 years experience
I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene, transfer assist and depending on the clients needs I am capable of meeting their needs. I don't smoke nor do I have any allergies of pets. Every client has different needs, and based on that I get to meet the client and listen what they need and offer...
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Caregiver

Novato, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Karolina and I have been a caregiver for over eight years. I have worked with many different families whose children have different disabilities. I have a reliable vehicle, full insurance and a valid drivers license. References are available upon request.
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