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Rick R.

Santa Rosa, CA

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$21/hr
5 years experience
I ran two Group homes for a year in Chico California. I was a Special Ed teacher in Sonora County, I worked in juvenile hall doing all Special Ed education. I also was a para in Santa Rosa for six months. I also was working in a hospital in the radiology department assisting patients. My wife and I raised 6 children and two...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Working with those who have special needs is of special importance to me. I joined the field a year ago and have worked with a wide range of individuals, with different capabilities and different behaviors. I take personal pride in taking care of the individuals I am assigned, and find ways to mesh with their way of learning and...
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House Manager, Caregiver, Companion, Cook

Forestville, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
home modification
dementia
Hello and thank you for showing interest in my profile. I have worked over the years as a special needs worker and also with assisting the elderly. I have a wide variety of skills and experience. My passion is in cooking nutritious meals for individuals. I understand that personal care sometimes entails tiding up and...

PAT R. says "Kim is very committed to her clients - not only willing to do what is asked of her but much, much more. She is always present, concerned and reliable. I...

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Nanny/Babysitter

Fulton, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I've worked with children with and without special needs from the age of two weeks and older for 16 years now. As a director and counselor of two well respected summer camp programs in Santa Rosa, a full time nanny and a personal aide, I've had many years of professional training and am certified through the Red Cross in CPR and...

Meredith S. says "Serena was the perfect nanny for our daughter! We were so sad to lose her when she decided to go back to school full-time. Aside from the normal nanny...

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Sonoma, CA

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$30/hr
Hi! I'm Jennifer, a caring and reliable caregiver with experience working with kids in both school and home settings. I'm patient, attentive, and love creating a fun, safe environment where kids feel comfortable and supported. I'm happy to help with daily routines, playtime, and learning activities, and I always keep...
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$17/hr
2 years experience
For two years now I have been the nanny for a little boy with Autism. Through working with him it sparked an interest in me to become a special education teacher, currently I attend Sonoma State working on this goal with a minor in Music.
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Caring, Experienced Nanny | 25+ Years | CPR/First Aid Certified | Marin Local

Novato, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a warm, energetic, and patient caregiver with 25+ years of childcare experience. As a Novato resident and mom of three adult children, I understand what families need. I'm certified in CPR, Infant CPR, and First Aid. My Background: - 25+ years of hands-on childcare experience - 4 years as a Computer Teacher at an East...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$27/hr
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
There is a vast array of experience and skills that I bring to families. Foremost is my experience of being a mother of 10 highly successful children, with the youngest two currently attending UC Davis. I have a tremendous amount of experience with all ages. I believe in play-based learning in a gentle, happy environment that...
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Petaluma, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a stay at home but I'm looking for work after 5 years of just being home with my babies! I was a nanny before I was a mom. My last job I was a special needs nanny for the sweetest girl for 5 years. I started when she was 3 months old. I'm first aid & CPR certified. I have over a decade of experience with children of all ages...
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Novato, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
With more than a decade of experience in providing compassionate and reliable care, I specialize in supporting individuals of all ages with their daily living needs. My expertise spans elder care, special needs assistance, and chronic illness management, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. I am committed to enhancing the...
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Occasional Special Needs Care

Petaluma, CA

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$29/hr
10 years experience
Hi Everyone, I have great references, both personal and professional (including my current employers). I'm available for occasional evening care of children, teens and adults with disabilities. I'm not able to work through an agency. I have over 30 years experience working with children of all ages and over 10 years of...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hello! My name is Maggie and I am 34 years old with over 10 years of caregiving experience. I am compassionate, patient, dependable, and truly passionate about caring for seniors and adults with special needs. I began caregiving in Dixon, CA, where I worked as a live-in caregiver (24/7) for four years. After that, I provided...
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Bella R. From Novato,CA

Novato, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Bella, and I am a college student home for the summer ! Three words I would use to describe myself are patient, empathetic and driven. I have roughly two-three years of babysitting experience and I have spent significant time being a TA and volunteering in special needs classrooms. I love working with kids because while I...
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Full or Part Time Available

Santa Rosa, CA

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$18/hr
I honestly have not had much experience with special needs children or adults. I did work with a child who had autism but it wasn't for long. I did work at a senior living facility for a little while. Basically I would love to work with special needs. I think the benefit of it would be very rewarding
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Here To Help!

Graton, CA

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! I have a degree in psychology with an emphasis on child & adolescent psychology. Throughout and after college I worked in many child care environments; I worked at a nonprofit for 5 years which had after school care, summer camp and a teen leadership academy. I started as a tutor, but worked my way up to assistant director...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$45/hr
6 years experience
Experienced in providing compassionate, individualized support to children and/or adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in their home. Facilitate evidence-based interventions such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), including behavior modification strategies, data collection, and progress monitoring. Proficient in...
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Great Caregiver

Santa Rosa, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I have worked in an Adaptive P.E. Program for a year. While working in that class I watched for the safety of all students, floated children on their back to help them feel comfortable in the water, used the wheelchair lift and did group activities. I have passion in the kind of work because in the future I would like to be a...
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Novato, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm a CNA and nursing student with hands-on experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and children with autism. I'm calm, patient, and very observant, and I genuinely love building trust with each person I work with--especially when routines, sensory needs, or communication styles matter. I focus on...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$29/hr
9 years experience
I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene, transfer assist and depending on the clients needs I am capable of meeting their needs. I don't smoke nor do I have any allergies of pets. Every client has different needs, and based on that I get to meet the client and listen what they need and offer...
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