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Mariye G.

Child Care

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Mariye, and I bring over nine years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I have completed emergency response courses, and I'm certified by the American Red Cross in Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED, and Anaphylaxis/Epinephrine Auto-Injector administration. In...

Sarah T. says "Rose is the best caretaker for our infant! She is highly professional, responsible, knowledgeable, caring, and has a very warm presence. She is calm and...

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Pleasant Hill, CA

4.3(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Agatha. I'm a Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Trainer, trained by one of the most recognized programs - Newborn Care Solutions. I'm also an experienced nanny with over 6 years of experience working with children. In my home country, I'm a behavioral psychologist and have worked with kids with special needs such as...

Carol C. says "Agatha is caring, thoughtful and patient. She always did her best to make sure my kids were happy and healthy. I felt very safe leaving my children under...

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Richard P.

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm Richard, a multifaceted individual with expertise in marketing, dance, and caregiving. With a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and extensive training in Contemporary Dance from Mexico, I've worked as an Inclusive Dance Instructor, creating safe spaces for self-expression through movement for individuals of all abilities, and...

Darwin M. says "Richard was very insightful when it came to the care of my son."

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Oakland, CA

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
Hi! My name is Chanel, and I bring over 5 years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged kids. I've worked as a nanny, caregiver, and a special education paraeducator, and I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can thrive. Throughout my...

Jen E. says "Stopped responding a day before the scheduled visit so unfortunately we did not get a chance to work with her. "

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Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
A professional babysitter who has written a serial book about child development from newborn up to 6 yr . Experienced in newborn and infant's care. Creative in planning games according your kid's age. Energetic, on time, calm and patient. Experienced about special needs' kids like Autism, CP, ADHD, speech delayed. First Aids and...

Care Member says "Roya is wonderful with our child. She takes her to the park and plays with her… and helps tidy up in the play area and kitchen (which is an amazing...

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Nanny/Caregiver

Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi Families! I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience supporting children of all ages, including those with special needs. I focus on creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment while supporting each child's individual growth and development. I currently work as a Paraprofessional in an elementary...

Jon R. says "i got to know Pheng and one of her clients' kids with special needs when encountering them on dog walks. The kid is amazing, but in the wrong, untrained,...

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Teacher In Different Subjects

El Cerrito, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a experienced teacher and I have worked with students with different skills. In my years of teaching I have had students with different disorders so I have the knowledge about it and I have implemented strategies that help students to achieve their educational progress.

Claire M. says "Aline was a terrific in classroom aide for our son. Punctual, professional, a great communicator, observant, diplomatic and her teaching skills really...

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Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I worked for 14 years at the Disabled Students Program at UC Berkeley doing electric and manual wheelchair repair as well as fabricating adaptive aids. Something I discovered about myself: I'm handy and creative but more than anything, I love working with people. I have also worked with mentally disabled adults on Cape Cod and...

Trish O. says "Kristine did an excellent job packing up my daughter's storage unit and shipping her items home. She was very kind and did a great job!"

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Experienced Nanny | CNA Certified | Special Needs Care

Concord, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Caring for children has always been my passion, and I truly believe in helping kids and families thrive. Over the past three years, I've gained experience working with children of all ages, including infants, children with special needs, and little ones with specific medical needs. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with a...
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Moraga, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have experience working as a babysitter for the past three years. I have experience babysitting children with special needs for the last 2 years. I can also provide transportation for the kids and do light house cleaning! I'd describe my personality as resourceful, empathetic and driven In my spare time, I like to bake, hike...
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Concord, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Hello there, I'm Jamily, I'm 32 years old, I am Brazilian and an engineer, I've been working with children(also kids with special needs) in Lamorinda area since 2022. I've been working pretty much with the same families for a long time and I feel very blessed and lucky to be a part of their family. Looking forward to find...
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Caregiver Available, Full Or Part Time

Walnut Creek, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Excellent Nanny available for Full or part-time position (minimum 30 hours please). I have been Nannying professionally for the past two years, and have been a babysitter, nanny, and lifeguard for the past 19 years, off and on. Previously a General Manager in the Restaurant industry, I am efficient at managing schedules and...
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Concord, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Meghan. I am a fun, outgoing, and kindhearted gal who loves working with children. I have a bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology (speech therapy). I am currently a Special Education paraprofessional and have worked with kiddos with special needs for the last 6 years (SPED schools, ABA therapy, and nannying for...
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Berkeley, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I am an 19-year-old currently attending UC Berkeley, and I am working on my degree in computer science and art! I'm also a musician, travel geek, and love to chat. While I am still new with literal babysitting, I have 7 years of experience when it comes to helping children, especially with those who are...
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Berkeley, CA

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$32/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hi! I'm currently an undergraduate student and eldest sibling of two. Growing up, I learned to take care of my siblings from mornings before school, to afterschool into bedtime. My siblings are both neurodivergent as my sister was diagnosed with ADHD and my brother with low functioning autism. Most of my knowledge and...
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Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Hi :) my name is Rachel and I am 27. I'm very outgoing, adventurous and fun! I have been working with children ever since I turned 16! I absolutely love being able to hangout with kids and make little friends! I currently work as a registered behavior technician so I have a lot of experience with special needs children along...
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Special Needs Caregiver | LVN | Medically Complex Care

Concord, CA

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$40/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Clarissa. I am a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with five years of hands-on experience as a caregiver working with individuals with special needs, ranging in age from 3 to 67 years old. My caregiving experience includes three years with two years working directly with families who needed extra support in the...
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Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
I am a caring, patient, and responsible nanny with a background in Psychology from Venezuela and extensive experience working with children, including those with special needs such as autism and Down syndrome. I am currently studying Early Childhood Development in California while working as a Spanish immersion preschool teacher...
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Concord, CA

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$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As someone with a genuine passion for nurturing young minds, I find immense joy in supporting children's growth and development. With 18 years of experience as a childcare provider, I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for each child in my care. Very experienced with infants as well! My patient and...
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$40/hr
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I'm all about. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to support families by providing reliable care. I'm a patient, creative, and friendly caregiver. While I'm comfortable enforcing household rules, I will always follow your preferred communication method,...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lafayette, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Lafayette, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Mariye G.

Rose is the best caretaker for our infant! She is highly professional, responsible, knowledgeable, caring, and has a very warm presence. She...

- Sarah T.

Agatha P.

Agatha is caring, thoughtful and patient. She always did her best to make sure my kids were happy and healthy. I felt very safe leaving my...

- Carol C.

Richard P.

Richard was very insightful when it came to the care of my son.

- Darwin M.

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