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Maria G.

Los Gatos, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Becoming a caregiver was a natural step after positive experiences babysitting. I enjoy supporting families by providing reliable childcare. With four years of experience caring for children aged 0-8, I am comfortable watching up to two children. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I have experience with kids with...
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Experienced And Passionate Senior Caregiver Available

San Jose, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
home modification
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi there, I have 10 year's experience in Senior Care working with various cases from Parkinson, Dementia, Alzheimer, clients with special needs. I do not see this as a job but more so, something that I am enjoy doing. I also do house cleaning and cooking, I'm a great team player and thrive under pressure. My ethnic background is...
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Tammy P: Retired, Empty-Nester, 20+ Yrs Experience

San Jose, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Tammy. I retired 7 years ago and am an official "empty-nester." I am patient, positive, compassionate and reliable with 25+ years professional experience working with senior, child and special needs clients. I am an organized, multitasker, that requires minimal supervision and am CPR and first aid certified...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$28/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, nice to meet you! My name is Eva and I have resided in Santa Cruz for three years after attending SFSU. Since then, I have worked as an assistant teacher and an occupational aide at the preschool-second grade level, providing support for special needs students. In addition, I have worked in children's entertainment,...
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San Jose, CA

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$27/hr
9 years experience
I have been a caregiver for 9 years, I've had the pleasure of working with a range of youth - senior. I helped with their daily living needs. I have provided companionship - full hands on assistance and everything in between. My approach to the care I provide is a gentle and compassionate one, patient and understanding. I'm...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
CNA and CPR certified. Hello there! I am a patient, outgoing, and positive neurodivergent 20-year-old with years of therapy experience. I would love to connect with the community and give back to our friends. Reach out if you think we would be a good fit!
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San Jose, CA

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$30/hr
13 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I am an enthusiastic and patient individual with years of caregiving experience. I work with special needs children and adults teaching independent living skills, academics, and assisting with speech pathology. I customize my approach for each client based on their specific needs. In addition, I have spent countless summers...
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Castroville, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am Jazmin, and I have over 10 years of caregiving experience, I have worked with children, seniors, and special needs individuals and have found it so fulfilling. I am currently venturing into working alongside my husband, Elliot, in caring for the elderly community. My husband and I live on a large property that has required...
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San Jose, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Donna, and I have been working as a CNA for over 20 years now. My career began with caring for seniors, but after switching to agency work, it expanded. I was fortunate enough to work in a few facilities that covered many disabilities and diseases. It specializes in working with als and other sensory...
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Watsonville, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have extensive experience caring for children, including supporting my nephew who was diagnosed with autism as a baby. I helped care for him throughout his early years, often attending his speech and physical therapy sessions and chaperoning during his time in TK and kindergarten. These experiences taught me patience and...
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Experience Special Needs Caregiver

San Jose, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Worked in. private home for three adult siblings with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Experienced with behavioral issues. I have worked with clients with Diabetes, and dialysis, Perkins disease as well as Alzheimer's/demetia. Managed a staff of 4 to 5 at times. Maintaining a monthly schedule for staff. Maintain House hold inventory....
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Los Gatos, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 20+ years experience working with both special needs and general education populations. I specialize in behavior management/modification.
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Watsonville, CA

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$28/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with special needs children for about 4 years now. I was a program specialist at the Boys &' Girls club of America. I am currently a caregiver for seniors &' a student at Sacramento State. I am doing school online and have open availability. If interested in talking to me please reach out. I can provide my resume....
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Watsonville, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is truly my passion. With six years of experience, I offer families a reliable and supportive childcare option. My background includes some college and specialized experience with special needs children. I'm patient, creative, and approachable, and I love engaging children with outdoor sports, board games,...
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Caretaker: OT Student

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Growing up in a preschool, I learned to appreciate caretaking for children with a variety of neurodivergence and physical abilities from a young age. As an adult I've gained my experience through studying Psychology, working as an ABA, joining the Peace Corps Morocco as a Youth Development Specialist, doing public health for 4...
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San Jose, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello parents, I have 10 plus years experience in the childcare industry. I also helped in raising my two younger brothers who are now young adults. I am 42 years old and love kids. I have lived and worked in for 22 years this October. I have worked with children from newborn to preteen. I have worked in both public daycare and...
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Special Needs Caregiver: Non Vaccinated

Ben Lomond, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, I have been caring for a special needs teenager for 3 1/2 years. I am compassionate and patient. I believe in respect and teaching people. I am certified with Quality Respite and IHSS. I partner with family for best interest of child.
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San Jose, CA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
I am here to give you a little peace of mind and know that you loves ones are safer. I have a daughter who has severe allergies so I am well aware of how is to have someone that need extra help
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Boulder Creek, CA

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$30/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
For the past 15 years, I have been blessed to work with children in both the home and academic environment. I am a registered behavioral therapist working with special needs children in both school and clinical settings. In addition to my RBT certificate, I have a wealth of experience nannying and babysitting for families over...
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Vibrant And Caring Part Time Nanny

Watsonville, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Marcela, 28 years old - Fluent in Portuguese English and a medium Spanish I have two bachelor's degree and am working towards a degree in nursing. I am creative, vibrant, flexible, and understanding. I am excellent at listening to and observing kids, which helps me learn about them and their needs to be the best caretaker I can...
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