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60 special needs caregivers are listed in American Canyon, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in American Canyon, CA

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Latifah B.


Vallejo, CA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Care Comes From The Heart

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Hello I am LaTifah I passionately enjoy teaching and assisting activities of daily living to help self independence; feeding, hygiene, toileting I am comfortable with light transfers and meal prepping. I have experience in ABA (applied behavior analysis) ABA is specific in behaviors and how to teach replacement behaviors an how...
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Alessandra B.


Vallejo, CA

$28-35/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! I have extensive background with ABA therapy, having worked as a behavior therapist for six years. I am extremely patient and love working with special needs! I have experience working both in home and in school with kids and am happy to help how I can!
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Alyvia B.


Vallejo, CA

$30-40/hr5 yrs exp

Happy Teacher/Sitter

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Hi! My name is Alyvia. I have been working with kids for 5+ years. I have been fortunate enough to work in education positions such as a lead preschool teacher and several gymnastics/tumbling coach positions. I also have been a nanny for two different wonderful families and have experience with special needs children. I...
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Nokomis E.


Vallejo, CA

$19-24/hr7 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Nokomis . I have over 12 years experience in caregiving . I have worked with children on the spectrum. Both verbal and nonverbal. I enjoy teaching and reaching goals with clients. I worked for ABC in Sonoma County for 5 years. I feel very blessed for that opportunity. I have also had private clients as well. I...
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Shellie M.


Napa, CA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

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I am currently employed as a school nurse in Napa and would love to find additional part time work, working with children. In addition to my pediatric experience through nursing, I also coached gymnastics and worked as a nanny when I was younger. Availability is after school hours and some weekends.
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Nicole P.


Vallejo, CA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Patient, Loving Care Giver

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I have a 19-year-old son on the spectrum. Raising him has been a blessing. We have been through many many special needs program along with physical and speech therapies. My younger son has auditory processing issues. I fee I am a veteran to to special needs arena. I was the daycare in Benicia that would welcome special needs...
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Catherine G.


Benicia, CA

$30-32/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need & Childcare Provider

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Hello there! I am Catherine I'm 31 years I'm a mom of a beautiful 6 years old girl she's starting first grade soon. I'm very flexible . Over Night shift newborn and day shift and toddler experience I am a high school Grad and I am still studying childhood education major online I'm CPR & First aid Certificated as well I have...
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Ana A.


Napa, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Ana From Napa, Ca.

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Hello, I have 10 years of Direct Service Professional experience, working with young adults and senior adults with intellectual disabilities. I support individuals following their personal and ISP goals, I can assist with cooking/chores, activity outings, therapy lessons, hygiene, and medication administration.
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Julian R.


Benicia, CA

$32-40/hr1 yrs exp

Behavioral Tech

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Hi My name is Julian and I've been working with children on the spectrum for over a year at a behavioral health respite company specializing in children who are nonverbal !
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Naitesha S.


Vallejo, CA

$25-31/hr2 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Naitesha

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Hello, My name is Naitesha. And my passion is working with individuals who have different developmental issues and adding some joy to their life by bringing my bright smile and personal touch to their life! I have experience working in the mental health hospital and in-home care for individuals severe developmental delays and...
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Carlo U.


Concord, CA

$28/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hi. I came here in the United States since 2012, since then I have been working as a health care provider. I graduated Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2008, I worked as a volunteer Nurse in our small community for 2 years and worked in a Private Hospital in the Philippines for 1 year and a half before migrating. I worked here...
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"Carlo is wonderful -- he is an extremely kind, gentle and compassionate human being. We ended up not needing Carlo at this time, but were so grateful for the time he spent meeting with our family, listening to...

Reviewed by Ingrid E.

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Hilda W.


Concord, CA

$20-40/hr8 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

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I became a caregiver because I have a passion for helping people with special needs. Through my past experiences, I have acquired skills and abilities highly relevant to the Caregiver position: Track record of providing assistance to elderly in activities of daily living. Well versed in motivating clients to enjoy their...
5.0
"We just love Hilda and she really does well with my Mom and is so nice. Highly recommend her."

Reviewed by Jodie G.

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Rachele A.


Petaluma, CA

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hello, I'm a very compassionate caring and nurturing person who enjoys caring for elderly as well I have done special needs child care for 12 years, special-needs live in care for mentally challenged young adults for 3 years and for 7 years I did elderly care where I cared for a 94-year-old two times stroke victim, Who became...
5.0
"Rachele emulates energy, enthusiasm & knowledge in her role as primary caregiver for her clients. I can go a step further in saying those that she cares for aren't treated as clients ~ they're family!!! Human...

Reviewed by Aida G.

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Marianne H.


Richmond, CA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

(2)

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I am a nanny/teacher who is very trustworthy, highly reliable and very experienced with little ones from newborns, twins, infants to toddler age/kindergarten, and school aged children. Do you need help in the care/mentoring/tutoring or babysitting with your child(ren) at home/school or daycare, overnight stay or occasional...
5.0
"Marianne is the most wonderful nanny. She has provided the best care for our daughter as she's grown from infancy into toddler hood. Marianne is incredibly caring, trustworthy, and dependable. Our favorite...

Reviewed by Kimberly C.

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Madison M.


Concord, CA

$20-32/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Educator

5.0

(1)

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I am a Special Education Paraprofessional with the summer off. I have two years of experience working with kids that have a very wide range of disabilities, from ADHD to nonverbal. I specialize in Autism and behavior management, but I love working with all kids. I also have five years of experience being a caregiver with the...
5.0
"Madison has experience working with kids with special needs, she cared for my 9 year old who has Down syndrome. Madison also aided her academically."

Reviewed by Natalie A.

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Krizia H.


Suisun City, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Fun Nanny Looking For A Full Time Job

5.0

(1)

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Hi I'm Krizia, I'm compassionate, trust worthy, hardworking, energetic babysitter/nanny with 9 years of working with newborn, school aged-kids, twins, and special needs. I have a up to date CPR certification, clean driving and background record, and strong references. My job as a babysitter/nanny is to provide a loving, safe,...
5.0
"We interviewed Krizia for our childcare position. Krizia is amazing; we just loved her. She has very positive energy, top notch communication skills, and is just all around a great person. We felt so...

Reviewed by Elaine B.

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Cherrelle W.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Bay Area Newborn Specialist!

5.0

(1)

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Hello Families, I am a Newborn Care Specialist and certified doula for over 30 years. I adore babies and have a great deal of experience with children of all ages. As a certified advanced newborn care specialist and postpartum doula, I've traveled with families, stayed overnight while families get the rest they need, nannied...
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"Ms. Cherrelle is amazing! I highly recommend her. She provided night nanny services for my premature infant and went above and beyond. She respectfully shared her expertise including best practices and...

Reviewed by Care member

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Alexander Z.


Concord, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Care

5.0

(1)

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How are you? My name is Alexander. I am a male caregiver. I have been a caregiver for 19 years. I worked with Quadriplegic, paraplegic , hemiplegic, dementia, deaf, D. D, M. S, ALS, Autism, a guy with no arms and to name few. I have done bowel program, catheter, transfer, personal care, wound skin care, medication reminder,...
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Camila R.


San Rafael, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny Of 10 Years, Looking For A Full-Time Job

5.0

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I am a professional caregiver, very patient, dedicated, and I have a flexible schedule. I am an on-call nanny/doula in San Francisco Bay Area, I have worked for more than 600 families. I enjoy the day going to the parks, zoo, library, museums, playing with toys & games, reading books, listening to music, painting & drawing ......
5.0
"Camila helped us out with a bridge in our childcare needs for 5 weeks. She has been absolutely amazing and everything that you'd want in a nanny: proactive (you don't have to ask her to do something), gentle...

Reviewed by Ashley F.

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Sierra L.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$19-45/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(4)

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Hi! My name is Sierra! I am a professional caregiver for children of all ages with special needs, and a part time nanny/babysitter. I have experience working with kids ages 1-14. I am looking for some extra babysitting and pet sitting work. I am skilled in working with children both with and without special needs. I am caring,...
5.0
"Sierra is a kind, compassionate, and patient person who has has been a god send for our family. The attention and care she gives my special needs nephew is just what he needed. You can't ask for a better...

Reviewed by Barbara H.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in American Canyon, CA

Carlo U.

5.0

Carlo is wonderful -- he is an extremely kind, gentle and compassionate human being. We ended up not needing Carlo at this time, but were so grateful for the time he spent meeting with our family, listening to our needs, demonstrating generous flexibility, and being there to help transport my...

- Ingrid E.

Hilda W.

5.0

We just love Hilda and she really does well with my Mom and is so nice. Highly recommend her.

- Jodie G.

Rachele A.

5.0

Professional, Caring, Exceptional, Above & Beyond Service. Highly Qualified. Flexible Hours of Availability. Partners with Family in caring for their loved ones. Never hesitates to assist & is a wealth of information with all her past experiences! Super energetic AND very easy to communicate with...

- Care member

Marianne H.

5.0

We enthusiastically recommend Marianne as a nanny and caretaker for children of any age including infants. Marianne began caring for our daughter when she was 4 months old. For the last 1.5 years she has cared for our daughter full-time. Now that our daughter is going to a day care part-time -- to...

- Amy P.

Madison M.

5.0

Madison has experience working with kids with special needs, she cared for my 9 year old who has Down syndrome. Madison also aided her academically.

- Natalie A.

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