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I have an AA and AS degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant. I have previously worked at Halifax Hospital for 15 years. I am between jobs now and I'm looking for a more flexible schedule and also something more personally rewarding. I absolutely love caring for people (and animals) of all ages! I have professional experience...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I have experience for more 15 years with children of all ages and babies. I love to play, dance, music, read, art crafts, walk, swim, sports, nature, animals. I cook if necessary and keep things organized. My specialization children with special needs, babies is food introduction and sleep training. Overnights and travel. I...
Cassie S. says "My family has worked with Luana many times and will continue doing so! I can relax knowing my daughters are in good hands with Luana. She is reliable and...
Highly experienced counselor 12 years. CPR certified. First Aid certified. Pro-Act certified. Autism specialty, Aspergers, dementia, Down syndrome, non verbal language disorder, ptsd, anxiety. Have experience with Self Determination Program.
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm a caregiver with a passion for nurturing and educating children. With over a year of experience, I'm skilled at creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for kids of all ages. I believe that every child is unique and deserves individualized attention, and I strive to provide a supportive and positive atmosphere...
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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Fully vaccinated and boosted childcare professional and household manager with 15 years experience
Experience/Skills: music teaching, tutoring, arts and crafts, Montessori learning, housework, cooking, children with special needs
I am a very patient, nurturing and compassionate person. I love what I do. I have a strong...
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Hi! I have worked with both adults with Autism as well as toddlers. I started working with children and adults with autism after meeting my boyfriends older sister who has a severe case of autism. I love working with all types of kids and would love to help out your family!
I have 10 plus years of experience working with children and 6 years experience working with children who have special needs. I am a very patient, nurturing and compassionate person. I love what I do. I have a strong intuition when it comes to working with children and can easily find ways to relate to them and create a...
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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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9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi, nice to meet you! I have been a babysitter/nanny/moms helper since 2016. I was born and raised in Sonoma. I studied at SRJC, child development classes. While babysitting, I like to tidy up the kitchen, organize toys, and meal prep and much more, I am happy to do school pick ups as well. I transferred to SSU in 2023 to obtain...
Care Member says "Prompt, reliable and related well to my kids "
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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...
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have years of experience caring for babies at 4 months to full-aged adults.
I also have varying experience caring for individuals with special needs, including autism and behavioral challenges.
I am a positive person and strive for providing a positive environment for the children and families I work for.
I am fully...
Care Member says "From the moment Kaitlyn joined our family to care for our little one—part-time between the ages of 6 to 13 months—she became an indispensable part of...
I love the field of caregiving very much, Taking care of individuals who can no longer care for themselves is something that is very important to me. I treat my clients like family. I started working in small facility (care home) then I move to a big facility as a caregiver at Brookdale chanate. I become med-tech after they gave...
Willie T. says "Great caregiver ,great communicator and very dependable"
Light cleaning
hospice services
transportation
errands
dementia
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I worked at Sonoma Developmental Center for 27 years until it closed and then opened 2 care homes with 10 special needs residents. I recently retired but am looking for PT work. My experience is with medically fragile clients with cerebral palsy, seizure, disorders, bowel and bladder disorders, respiratory disorders,...
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and develop. I've been caring for children for over 15 years, and I have a strong understanding of child development and the importance of creating a safe and stimulating environment. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love coming up with fun and...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Katherine, I am a graduate from Sonoma State University. I entered as a Kinesiology major, two years in I then added a minor in Child Development. I fell in love with the field and eventually switched my major to Early Childhood Development. I plan on getting my Masters in Behavior Analysis in the near...
I have worked with children who have Autism behaviors as well as children with Cerebral Palsy. I am excellent at following your prescribed plan as well as offering positive support, suggestions and feedback. I am especially loving and patient. I worked my way through college at a special needs school and have a BS degree in...
Meal prep
errands
companionship
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I'm Sarah. I'm kind, calm, respectful, & a good listener. I'm neat & clean. I drive, & I don't smoke. I am CPR/AED/First Aid certified. I was a companion to a woman in her 90s in the stage of early Alzheimer's. We would talk, color, play games, go for short walks, & do simple meal prep.
I was a volunteer w/ senior...
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there!
My name is Fiona, and I'm currently in the final 8 months of my Master's program, working toward a career in behavioral analysis and early childhood intervention. I'm looking for part-time employment while I study and prepare to sit for my board exam, with graduation coming up in Spring 2026--yay!
I began working with...
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
companionship
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I am a retired teacher's aide, having worked in schools with children with special needs. I was also a live-in house mother in a home for kids with cerebral palsy, I took care of their daily needs and we spent many happy times together. Recently I was a paid companion for a family relative for 1 1/2 years. I handled daily...
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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Hi! My name is Victoria. I just finished nursing school this May in moorpark and recently moved back to Petaluma. I am CPR certified, and ACLS (advanced life support) certified, am a certified nursing assistant, and worked as a behavioral technician for a year. I have experience with children from ages 3 months to teens, and am...
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Luana M.
My family has worked with Luana many times and will continue doing so! I can relax knowing my daughters are in good hands with Luana. She is...
- Cassie S.
Kimberly T.
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...
- PAT R.
Brooke Z.
Prompt, reliable and related well to my kids
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