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Jiamei C.

Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
* Provide daily care and support for individuals with special needs * Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, feeding if needed) * Help with medication reminders and safety supervision * Support with daily routines and activities * Maintain clean and safe home environment * Communicate with family and follow care plans
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Alameda, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
With experience caring for children ages 6 months to 16 years, I am a trustworthy and creative caregiver. I have experience working with kids with special needs and always aim to use creative problem solving skills to work towards milestones and goals. I am a college student who is home for the summer, but I do have a flexible...
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Richmond, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
For the past 10 years, I've found immense joy in nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. I'm a patient, creative, and formal caregiver. I'm comfortable caring for up to 3 children of all ages. I communicate regularly with parents via text or phone call, always respecting their preferred method....
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Hercules, CA

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$25/hr
18 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
To introduce myself, my name is Cynthia and I recently moved back to the Bay Area after living and working as a Nanny in Hawaii from 2011 to 2025. I'm a healthy, active nana with a total of 16 years of experience with newborns, infants, toddlers and preschoolers including preemies, twins and kids with special needs. After...
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Oakland, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello, My name is Pilly. I think I'm a good fit for this position. I work as a behavior technician and I have experience working with both normal and special needs children. When considered, I will be happy to add this to my experience and career goals as I look forward to further my education (Masters degree in ABA ( Applied...
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Happy Helper

Lafayette, CA

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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
I have extensive experience providing child care and love kids (including caring for children with disabilities and special needs). My undergraduate bachelor's program included a university studies focus in Child and Family Studies. I have provided child care for countless families beginning in middle school. I've assisted in...
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Compassionate Caregiver With A Heart For Seniors | 3+ Years Of Experience

San Francisco, CA

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$32/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
errands
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Cassia, and I'm a compassionate and experienced caregiver dedicated to providing quality care for seniors. I just moved to San Francisco and currently have open availability with reliable transportation. With 3+ years of experience, I'm comfortable assisting with daily activities, from medication reminders...
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Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Hi :) my name is Rachel and I am 27. I'm very outgoing, adventurous and fun! I have been working with children ever since I turned 16! I absolutely love being able to hangout with kids and make little friends! I currently work as a registered behavior technician so I have a lot of experience with special needs children along...
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Pinole, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi , I'm Debbie I have over 9 years of experience in early childhood education, I've worked with children from infancy through school age in both school settings and private homes. I hold a B. A. with a minor in Early Childhood Education and am CPR and First Aid certified. I also have hands-on experience working with children...
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Lafayette, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Respite care
hospice services
errands
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Have BSW Certified Life Coach Social worker Nurses Aide Hospice volunteer Caregiver for 99yr old Group homes for special needs and children/teens/seniors Entertainer in senior care facilities and veterans hall. Death Doula CPR and safety training
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Professional Caregiver

Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
hospice services
errands
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
My name is Katie and I'm a professional educator, caregiver, and project manager. My mother and grandmothers all died of cancer and I was their main caregiver. I have years of experience caring for infants and elderly adults as well as special needs students. I am also an artist, musician, and yoga instructor! I am empathetic,...
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Emeryville, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Nurturing children and watching them blossom is one of my greatest joys. For over 10 years I have been the main care giver for my family, providing full-time care for my younger siblings, as well as caring for my neurodivergent and special needs niece for the first 4 years of her life. I have also babysat for neighbors and...
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Responsible, Kind, Experienced, Creative Caregiver

Oakland, CA

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$35/hr
14 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a responsible, creative, and kind caregiver with a diverse range of experiences. I grew up spending lots of time in my mother's business, which is a speech, occupational, and physical therapy center for children with special needs, which has impacted the way I approach caregiving to this day. Some of my experiences...
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Babysitter

Berkeley, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Diana, I'm a graduate from University and currently work in academic research and laboratory animal care. Outside of work, I'm very active, enjoy playing with my 2 cats, doing crafts, and being outside. I have 4 years of experience as a tutor, babysitter, and nanny, and 10 years of experience as an animal...
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Experienced Caregiver With ABA Training

El Cerrito, CA

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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Experience with ages 3 to 100, ABA trained, looking for part time, temporary or pick up work. Experienced in acute care and disability care
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Moraga, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
I'm Lillian, a Senior at Saint Mary's College of California! I have been working with children since Junior year in Highschool as a Summer camp activity director and activity supervisor. I have experience with children 3-10 years old teaching archery, crafts, motor/social skills, and conflict resolution. I have also taught...
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Richmond, CA

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$25/hr
Transportation
respite care
errands
I enjoy chatting with and spending time with older people. I can help them to dress, cook, and clean. Most of my experience is with special needs kids/ adults. I can help with showering/bathing, toileting, and using diapers. I can help with medications. I am a type one diabetic myself, so I am comfortable giving injected...
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Richmond, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
I have experience as a DSP working with adults with special needs and also mental health. I also have experience working with kids as a behavior technician
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Experienced Short Notice Babysitter Available!

Hercules, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, I am a certificated high school math teacher at in Albany, CA, with a bachelor's degree from Columbia University. I specialize in helping students build confidence, conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills in math. I also have extensive childcare experience, including working as a nanny for multiple families...
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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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