Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Colfax, CA

Hello, my name is Athene (pronounced like Athena)! I have been in the food industry for the past four years as a manager, but don't let that fool you! In high school, I tutored elementary kids, as well as assisted at the elementary school's special needs program for 2 years. I have babysitting experience since I was 15, and I...

Athene can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance

Jennifer W.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun And Happy And Ready To Work

5.0

(1)

I have 10 plus years working with newborns to Seniors with all types of disabilities. I am willing to learn new things. I am CNA certified as well as CPR certified. I am outgoing and energetic and give 100% with everything I do. COVID vaccinated.

5.0

"Jennifer helped me twice the first time was 3 years ago helping with my father who was on dialysis and suffered from dementia. The second time was this year she cared for my mother who had stage 4 liver cancer and Covid and stayed until the funeral home came to...

Jennifer W.

Joanne Y.

$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Sitter

4.9

(7)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a stay at home mother of 3 girls, and I home schooled them. They are all grown and on their own. I am a loving and nurturing mature woman who is in good health and physically fit. I guess you could say, my experience is being a stay at home mom for 22 years. Taking care of others is what I am good at, and do well. I cared...

Joanne can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more

Skills:

CPR

5.0

" To the best of my knowledge she has never pet watched. However she has been around pits most of her life. She recently cared for her mother prior to her death. She has also cared for special needs children. I would not hesitate to recommend her."

Robert S.

Deana F.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

With over 20 years childcare experience I have had the privilege of nurturing and guiding children from various ages and backgrounds ranging from new borns to adolescence, preschool teaching, special needs and live-in. My extensive experience has equipped me with the skills to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment....

Deana can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0

"Deana is a wonderful nanny who our daughter loves dearly. She is always engaging, playful, and reads her cues well. She started with us when our daughter was 5 months old and bonded quickly with her. She has been a reliable nanny for over a year and we couldn't be...

Coral W.

Bonnielee J.

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am a loving and compassionate Caregiver with extensive experience working with special needs individuals. I am supportive and encouraging. Those I care for will always be listened to and understood and embraced with enthusiasm. I'm also fun and creative so we will always have an enjoyable time together. I'm attentive and...

Marie K.

$21/hr • 20 yrs exp

I have been caring for children and a teacher for over 20 years. My passion for fostering their growth and development motivates me to be the best caregiver I can be. I am a patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly person. I communicate regularly with parents about their child's day and any issues that arise. I follow...

Marie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Donna H.

$17/hr

Part Time Caregiver Available

Along with having been a teacher for several years and substituting in special needs classes, I am currently caring for a 12-year-old boy with Autism on Fridays and Wednesdays. I also picked up from school and cared for a 7-year-old with Autism and ADHD for a few months before falling and injuring my leg the first week in April...

Sonci L.

Meadow Vista, CA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Disability Caretaker

I have many years of caretaking and nannying experience with disabled children and adults. My academic background is in Health Sciences and Social Services focused on Community Health & Mental Wellbeing. I enjoy bringing compassionate, creative and respectful care to each experience.

Tammy K.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I have raised/worked with special needs children for over 15 years. I enjoy working with children and watching/helping them explore and learn new things. I am kind, compassionate, honest, and have a sense of humor. I also enjoy teaching young ones to be responsible, respectful, and fun to be around.

Tammy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Tammy was a great help for our son. She would pick him up from school and go to the park or take him home until we got off work. We are going to miss working with her!"

Mary R.

Napuanani S.

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Nani, and I have worked in Special Education as a paraprofessional for over 15 years. I have worked with individuals with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Fragile X and Autism Spectrum. Although most of my experience has been in the school setting, I also support Special Needs individuals in their homes. Both types of...

5.0

"5 stars +! Nani has an incredible breadth of knowledge and experience with special needs; is incredibly organized, a team player, has excellent management skills, high integrity, and collaborates well with outside professionals. I cannot say enough good things...

Lisa K.

Corie C.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider Available

5.0

(1)

I have a loving and empathetic spirit with a passion for the well-being of people of all ages and their pets. Among the adults and children I have cared for, I acquired specialized skills for the following disabilities: *Quadropallegics, *trained behavioral aid for an Autistic child (Two year live in nanny) *Seniors with...

Tammy K.

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, reliable, honest adult who has provided care to special needs children through adulthood for over 25 years. I have experience providing ADL (Activities of Daily Living), preparing diabetic meals, senior care, and end of life for over 7 years. Familiar with early Dementia, Parkinson, and MS. My CPR and First...

Tammy can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship & more

5.0

"Tammy is very reliable and was a great help for our son for approximately 5 months. He loved her and they had a lot of fun adventures together!"

Care member

Elizabeth B.

Nevada City, CA

$25-39/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My focus is to help families ease the stress of everyday life by providing knowledgeable quality care and to nurture strong emotional developmental skills to the youth. At the moment, I nanny for two toddlers and work in an elementary school managing two classrooms! (8-4year olds and 20 6th-8th graders). Children are...

Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0

"Lizzie is an amazing nanny! She's very hands on with all of our boys and keeps them active. From our 20 month old to our nine-year olds she was able to handle them all. She was a life saver during distance learning and then stepped in to help during the summer with...

Karey W.

Jillian H.

$24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Committed, Independent, And Intuitive

4.8

(6)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I seek a family that values nature, the outdoors, plenty of physical exercise, communication, arts and crafts, and constant learning moments daily. I have experience with Early Headstart for infant and toddler care, preschool in a public school setting, in-home nanny care with up to 4 children long-term and short-term, summer...

4.0

"Jillian is a dedicated employee and wants what's best for the children she works with. "

April M.

Jennifer O.

Nevada City, CA

$24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Home Health Aide/Caregiver Available Full Or Part Time

5.0

(4)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jennifer. I have been working hard to maintain a reputation of excellence in senior caregiving. I love my profession and take a lot of pride in providing excellent care. My husband and I settled in Nevada County to raise our family 20 years ago, my kids are now grown. I have a dept of justice background check,...

Jennifer can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0

"I was blessed to have Jennifer to help me with my mother in law, who was in her final stages. Jennifer is so professional in every way, she has a gentle manner, is soft spoken and is very thorough. Each day she logs in a binders she provides, of her care with...

Cindy H.

Sarah M.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I have 10 years experience in the health care field, many of those years I worked with people of all ages and varying levels of developmental disabilities. I have worked in an independent care facility, group homes and day programs. My most recent position was a nanny for a 6-year-old with high functioning autism. I am...

Linda D.

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

My family was blessed to have two special need members. They taught us to enjoy the little things in life and to love unconditionally. I treasure the memories that we created together. I am a natural born caretaker. My family and friends all say that my happiest moments are when I am making a difference in others lives. I was...

Grace R.

Garden Valley, CA

$18/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am a natural caregiver with a passion for working with children. My long term goal is to teach! My experience includes babysitting and working for an afterschool program. I was a student aid for my high school's special needs program too. I have babysat since I was 13 and am comfortable caring for up to four children, from...

Grace can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Isabella E.

$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I like caring for people with special needs because it allows me to make an impact and a difference in there lives to provide support and help them achieve goals. I am very patient and want to built a relationship on understanding. I love making a difference and enjoy experiencing the joy of witnessing their progress and...

Renee H.

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp