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Sophia C.

Concord, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello ! I'm an experienced caregiver specializing in infant and toddler care, with hands-on experience from 3 months to 15 years. I've worked as a Lead Infant Teacher at Kiddie Academy, an assistant teacher in an infant room at Los Medanos College, a nanny for multiple families, and a swim instructor for children of all ages,...
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Caregiver Available, Full Or Part Time

Walnut Creek, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Pleasant Hill, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Kiley and I just graduated from Cal Poly SLO this past June. I have some down time before starting nursing school and am looking to fill my days! I have experience working with neurotypical children as well as special needs children. I am available M-F mornings/afternoons/evenings! I have a very flexible schedule...
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Berkeley, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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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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$40/hr
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Oakland, CA

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$32/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm Christy, and I bring 10 years of experience of tutoring and classroom teaching. I hold a master's degree in international education policy and management. I also taught at my family's school in Taiwan and Korea using Montessori and Waldorf methodology. I am a child's companion and mentor, and love to help kids...
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Concord, CA

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$35/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for caring for children and supporting their development. With 7 years of experience, I'm skilled at creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive. I believe in fostering open communication with parents and providing regular updates on their child's day. As a patient...
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Mom With Lots Of Personal Experience !

Concord, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hi there, my son was diagnosed with ADHD, Aspergers syndrome, audio processing disorder and impulse control disorder at the young age of 4 1/2. We attended the Attention And Achievement Center in Walnut Creek, where he was diagnosed There he went through audio processing, sensory integration, speech, therapy, nutritional...
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Professional Teacher And Caregiver

Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Katie and I've been an educator and caretaker for 20 years. I'm also an artist, musician, and yoga teacher as well! I've worked with students of all ages (2-65 years old) and feel comfortable working with clients with special needs as well.
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Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Oakland, CA

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$47/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a Kinesiology degree from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete whole childhood) but when I graduated, plans changed. I have most of my experiences as a mother, to a beautiful 19yr. old daughter)...
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Walnut Creek, CA

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$35/hr
3 years experience
I have deeply enjoyed my time caring for individuals with special needs. As someone interested in continuing my education in developmental psychology, I've found this type of work to be the most fulfilling. Practicing patience and earning the trust of an individual is what I value most when working with those with special needs....
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Nanny & Babysitter

Walnut Creek, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
With 10 years of experience in childcare, including eight years of paid work, I am dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children of all ages. At 26, I have had the privilege of working with infants, toddlers, school-aged kids, and teenagers, tailoring my approach to meet their unique needs....
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Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I am the third oldest of eight kids and have loved working with kids all my life. Once I was old enough to work, I worked at a summer camp each summer where I was a camp counselor. I became an Elementary Education major and gained 3years of experience teaching kids at 6 different internships. I then went on to work full time as...
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Walnut Creek, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Hi, I'm Jeanelle. Graduated nursing school last year and I've been a caregiver for 6+ years. I'm offering child care and senior care. I'm very outgoing, funny and honest. I love doing Pilates on my free time
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Compassionate Senior Caregiver | Trustworthy & Patient Support

Walnut Creek, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
dementia
transportation
meal prep
errands
Hi, I'm Michelle. I am a compassionate, reliable caregiver with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages, including seniors and those with special needs. I'm certified in infant and emergency first aid and deeply committed to providing safe, respectful, and loving care. With a calm presence and strong sense...
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Special Needs Care Giver Available

Walnut Creek, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
BCAT certified behavioral interventionist with experience both inside classroom setting and at home for intensive support services. I provided 1:1 and 1:2 inside an intensive support classroom with selectively verbal students with intense behavioral support needs, taught hygiene skills, vocational, and worked on academic goals...
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Special Education Teacher!

Walnut Creek, CA

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$21/hr
Hi! My name is Jessica and I am a recent college graduate from Gonzaga University. I am now at Whitworth University working on getting my masters in social emotional learning I finished with my undergraduate degree in primary and special-education. Outside of school I love to spend time outdoors, hanging out with my friends and...
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Martinez, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
During my time as a Pre-K and Transitional Kindergarten teacher at Learn and Play School in Pleasant Hill for the last 5 years, i've had the opportunity to work with children on the autism spectrum, children with ADHD, and children with various processing abilities. I'm currently pursuing a degree in occupational therapy, and...
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My Background!

Oakland, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Elinor and I just moved to the Bay Area to teach at a local middle school where I teach 7th grade English and 8th grade math. Prior to moving here, I lived in Maine for five years and worked at a boarding school as a teacher, coach, and dorm parent. I grew up in DC and am the eldest of four children. In middle...
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