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60 special needs caregivers are listed in American Canyon, CA

The average rate is $24/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in American Canyon, CA

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Paulo S.


American Canyon, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

5.0

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18 years in care giving, around the bay area. Work privately and under agencies. work in veterans hospital (Menlo Park) Kaiser Hospital in San Francisco, Cogir Retirement Facilities (Rohnert Park & Manteca) and private homes from San Francisco to Sonoma, Solano and Sacramento. Experienced Work With Patients:Both , Man also...
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Bronwen J.


American Canyon, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Bronwen has over 30 years of experience in child development and care. In the last 30 years she has focused and honed her talents as a childcare provider and mentor for youths ages 6wks to 18years. For many of those years she spent running an in-home daycare, traveled cross country as a live in nanny, worked with special needs...
5.0
"Bronwin has been so professional,warm and caring. She has babysat my children, cared for my elderly mother and I trust her. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Kristina M.


American Canyon, CA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

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I have been working with children and youth with developmental and intellectual disabilities for the past 3 years. I have experience both in Early intervention (18months-3years) and with youth (12-21). In my Early Intervention teaching role I facilitated ABA style trail work for children with social delays. I also managed them...
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Lena W.


American Canyon, CA

$24-35/hr8 yrs exp

Warm & Creative & Nature-Oriented Childcare Provider

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Hello! My name is Lena, I'm a mother to a1-year-old son with an MSW and strong background in childcare and nannying. I began childcare work as a teenager and was have found it remaining a constant in some capacity in my life since. My most recent nanny position consisted of part-time care for a special needs child during my...
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Kristina M.


American Canyon, CA

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

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I have had 8 years of experience working with children across multiple roles. I have experience in day cares working with infants, summer camps working with elementary ages, and afterschool programs working with youth. In addition to this I also have 3 years' experience working with special needs youth and children. I am...
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Mercedes P.


Vallejo, CA

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

A Helping Hand For You!

5.0

(1)

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I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, and reliable. I like working with kids because they keep me going ! They have the best energy to be around! I'm looking for a job that me and my littles can depend on financially. I started working with kids when I was a teenager. I am now 29 and have two littles of my own . I...
5.0
"Mercedes was local and on time. She is a mom and was very relatable for my 2 year old. She's fun and easy going. We all liked her! We will have her back again."

Reviewed by Melissa M.

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Elizabeth P.


Vallejo, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Live-In Or Live-Out Senior Caregiver Available (Trust-Line Certified)

5.0

(3)

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With 20+ years of paid experience in senior live-in home care and 20+ years in senior care, my strengths include: companionship, transportation to appointments, running errands, tending to dietary and special needs, bathing, light housekeeping and more. My experience includes seniors with Alzheimer's, dementia, stroke, diabetes,...
5.0
"Elizabeth cared for our mom after her stroke and onset of dementia. She was patient and caring and went beyond our expectations as a caregiver. We would highly recommend Elizabeth."

Reviewed by Sara T.

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Heather K.


Vallejo, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny Or General Nanny

5.0

(1)

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I have 30 years of experience. 9 of those years I have worked exclusively with special needs. I am looking for a full time job. Many years experience caring for newborns and infants, toddlers and preschoolers, as well as school aged children. I've also cared for 3 sets of infant twins, totaling 3 years. Special needs: premie...
5.0
"Heather is an extremely caring person who really seems to have a knack for connecting with children. She is very aware and mindful of the incredible responsibility that lies with her in that parents are...

Reviewed by Chris A.

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Joseph D.


Vallejo, CA

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! My name is Joseph and I am compassionate, patient, caring and professional person. Registered nurse in the Philippines. And have 8 years experiences in different fields/setting like personal assitance home care like, bedbound patient, adhd/autism, Assisted living and Dementia, Skilled Facility, Rehab post/sub acute...
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Kathleen K.


Vallejo, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider With Mental Health, Developmentally Challenged And Substance Abuse Experience

5.0

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I am experienced in the category of special needs. I have worked as a case manager in the mental Health field and have worked with detox and developmentally challenged individuals. I have worked with borderline, schizophrenic, bipolar, schizo-affective, depression, anxiety d/o individuals and many more. I have 7 years...
5.0
"Kathy stayed with my severely disabled husband while I went out of town on a business trip for 4 days and all was perfectly fine when I came home. She even did very well with the family dog that has to have...

Reviewed by Jackie S.

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Oina E.


Vallejo, CA

$16/hr15 yrs exp

Overnight Care. Noc Shift.

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Mother of two children available for overnight care. Looking to provide overnight care M-Friday 8pm-8 a.m. Can provide drop off/pick up. Experience with children with special needs.
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Archer A.


Benicia, CA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as adaptive, playful, and caring! I started working with kids as a summer camp counselor when I was 14, every year until I was 17. At 16, I worked as a lifeguard and teaching swim lessons to children (and adults!) for 3 seasons. After this, I began working for my Bachelor's of Social Work degree....
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Elizabeth P.


Vallejo, CA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

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I have a two years experience being a nanny and care provider for an autistic boy from when he was 1.5 - 4 years old, alongs with his younger brother from 4 months - 2 years old. Day to day experience included working with his speech improvements, bringing him to and from activities and school, and preparing his meals. Also, a...
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Dominique A.


Vallejo, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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I am a current caregiver here in Vallejo for almost 5 months. I can help with small errands and light cleaning to the house. I have 3 little brothers so I live and take care of them for a long time now.
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Milagros H.


Vallejo, CA

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Part Time

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Care clients w/developmental disability, work in the day program, staff, personal attendant.
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Irlanda C.


Vallejo, CA

$35/hr4 yrs exp

Looking For Work As A Babysitter/Childcare Provider

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Hello My Name is Irlanda I am 29 years old looking for work as a child care provider. I currently work as a Program manager for an after-school program of 70 kids at an elementary school that I manage ages from TK-5. Prior to that I was a Preschool teacher for a beginners classroom ages 2 and up. I've also worked as a respite...
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Anika F.


Vallejo, CA

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Let's Explore!

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Special needs assistant for middle school and high school ages for 4 years. I know basic ASL (will come back to me the more I practice) willing to help with light house work, park trips, walks, feeding, changing taking to and from school/appointments. Run errands and go grocery shopping.
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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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Buyisiwe A.


Vallejo, CA

$15-22/hr8 yrs exp

Hi

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A little bit about myself, I'm from South Africa and I'm a former Au Pair with experience in taking care of children of a wide range in age. My first Au Pair Host Family had 9 children the youngest was 4 months old and the oldest was 16 years when I joined the family. My second family had 2 children 4 & 9 years and my last...
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Ann A.


Vallejo, CA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

sitter Available

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I am a retired Occupational Therapist who loves working with children. I have worked with children ages 3-17 with academic and emotional challenges in the Napa and El Dorado County School Districts. I am currently working as a tutor and babysitter primarily in the afternoons and evenings.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in American Canyon, CA

Bronwen J.

5.0

Bronwin has been so professional,warm and caring. She has babysat my children, cared for my elderly mother and I trust her.

- Care member

Mercedes P.

5.0

Mercedes was local and on time. She is a mom and was very relatable for my 2 year old. She's fun and easy going. We all liked her! We will have her back again.

- Melissa M.

Elizabeth P.

5.0

We love Elizabeth. She has become like part of our family. She goes above and beyond and is kind and patient. Also we work from home and she knows very well how to give space and when help is needed. Highly recommend this loving person.

- Tara B.

Heather K.

5.0

Heather is an extremely caring person who really seems to have a knack for connecting with children. She is very aware and mindful of the incredible responsibility that lies with her in that parents are choosing to trust her with that which is most dearest to them. I have known Heather for over 25...

- Chris A.

Kathleen K.

5.0

Kathy really went the extra mile for me. She did all of the little things I would have wanted (but which were not necessarily expected), such as a phone call while negotiating the job and a confirmation text the day before work was to begin, almost as though she were reading my mind. And of course,...

- Harmony M.

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