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Sarahi O.
Los Altos, CA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello, my name is Sarahi I'm currently completing my studies in Early Childhood. I have 6+ years experience working with children. I'm currently working as an after-school program teacher. I also have a lot experience working with children on the autism spectrum and other special needs. Feel free to ask any other questions about...
Katherine W.
Los Altos, CA
$28-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello,
I am a former middle school and high school math teacher in transition. Before becoming a teacher I was a gymnastics instructor for children of all ages.
I am responsible, helpful, and a child at heart. I can cook, clean, help with homework, run errands, and drive children via car when needed. I'm happy to help!
I...
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Hello there! I'm Jamie, an enthusiastic and dedicated college student at Washington University in St. Louis. I have a vibrant history of immersing myself in activities that involve working with children and have found this to be a passion of mine.
Through the 4 years I spent at a volunteer program called AMASE, a program aimed...
Alex F.
Los Altos, CA
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I play beach volleyball for West Valley College and I am pursuing a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design. In my free time, I love to rock climb as well as create art in the forms of painting, drawing, and crocheting. I'd describe my be outgoing, patient, and bubbly which is why I connect and work well with kids.
I found a deep...
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My name is Olivia, and I am 23 years old. I just recently graduated from UC Davis, and I have a lot of babysitting experience. I have 4 younger siblings whom I have taken care of since they were born, and have also worked as a babysitter for five families in the Unites States and Spain. I was born in New York but I moved to...
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Maria O.
Los Altos, CA
$45-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
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Hi, I'm Maria. I have a passion for working with children and have dedicated 20 years to the education field, with a focus on children with special needs for the past decade. Holding a degree in early childhood education, I have experience with children from infancy through high school, along with years of nanny experience. As a...
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Hi, my names Ana M. and I absolutely love kids! I have 10+ years experience working with children including special needs and twins. I've had experience with all ages (Newborn-Teens)
5.0
"Ana is amazing! She provided us with childcare coverage for our nanny share while our regular nanny was out on a short-term leave. She is reliable, nurturing, and communicative, and our boys absolutely loved...
Reviewed by Leanne G.
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Hi! My name is Leslie and I have 13-plus years childcare experience. I am currently seeking a F/T or P/T position with a fun, loving family. I prefer to make a long-term commitment. I am available to start as soon as tomorrow, if needed. I have experience with newborns-teenagers and am comfortable with multiple children of all...
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Hello, I have many years experience working with persons with disabilities. Ages range from the NICU to adulthood. I have worked in group homes, independent living centers as staff and in management. Familiar with all aspects of Title 7. Worked with SARC, San Joaquin Regional Center. Experience in implementing IEP, IHP etc. CPR,...
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"Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one...
Reviewed by Lee B.
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I'm a 22-year-old woman whom loves kids currently a college student studying to be an elementary teacher. I want to experience and get more knowledge of how it is to be around kids. I am reliable, friendly and always fun I am as well a certified medical assistant. I am one 3 years experienced and Experienced and taken care of a...
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I used to work at Norcal Carehomes in San Mateo 2010-2012. I work with people with developmental disabilities like Autism, Hearing Impaired, Mobility challenges, Cognitive disabilities for young and adults clients. I used to dropped them off at Day Program, take them to outings and events, shopping, walking, recreational parks...
5.0
"Very caring and helpful and dependable. Outstanding caregiver."
Reviewed by Vikram B.
5.0
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Working with special needs children gives you the opportunity to impact the lives of children who have disabilities, learning disorders, and developmental delays. It is important to have a passion for making an impact in the lives of children and their families by giving them tools and resources to learn according, become...
Evangeline M.
Sunnyvale, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children
5.0
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I am a kind, patient and a nurturing person, organized and energetic too. I have raised three sons. I have a passion for providing care for children because when we have a positive impact in the child's life it is most rewarding. I have worked with preschool children for 10 years and as well as with 5 and 6-year-old at a before...
Claudia O.
Mountain View, CA
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Early Child Education Experenced Loving Caring And Passionate With My Job
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Hello my name Is Claudia I have lived in Mountain View for most of my life. I studied in foothill college where I took child development. I have also taken courses for children with special needs. I have personal experience with children on the spectrum. I have cared for children new born 4 months to 8-year-olds. I have nannied...
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"I interviewed Claudia for to be the nanny of my 4-year old. Claudia is punctual, responsive and clearly very good at interacting with young children. She colored with my daughter, who had a great time chatting...
Reviewed by Teresa K.
3.7
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I have 10 years of experience. And I only have my own experience with my little at home but I have worked for Day Care's and many families long-term with special needs kids in from ages newborn to school-age I would be happy to provide my references, this is not only a job for me it's my career and I love what I do I am very...
5.0
"Beatriz has worked for my family since my daughter was 5 weeks old, at first she was full time but later my job turned remote and now we only use her when we need her. I appreciate her help tremendously and she...
Reviewed by Gabriela R.
Jill R.
Mountain View, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am passionate about what I do because through my extensive training with a physical therapist, occupational therapist and speech therapist that I can greatly enhance the facilitation of development of the child and help with the family.
5.0
"Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome...
Reviewed by Bart S.
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I am a loving mother of 2, my 17-year-old daughter and my 4-year-old special needs son. I am fully experienced with newborns, infants, toddlers, and older. My patience runs high and I've always loved kids. I take full precautions and am a safety first type of person... Especially at this time.
Hours are set but I am flexible...
5.0
"Cindy was amazing, she was so sweet with my baby girl. I highly recommend her!"
Reviewed by Huber A.
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Hi Parents!
I have experience in working with children of all ages, and have three of my own: 2 in elementary, and 1 in high school. I currently work at an elementary school in the Sunnyvale School District with students who have special needs. From 2021 to 2023 I worked as a nanny for a family when their daughter was 5 weeks...
5.0
"She is really good with the infants! Her energy is really calm and composed and my baby immediately became calm. She is definitely professional and has great wisdom for how to raise kids! "
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I have experience working with children with special needs from children with Autism, CP & Fragile X. With typical children, I have most experience mostly with age 1 to 10+. I would actively participate with children by engaging in fine motor skills, social play, arts & crafts to assist them with early academic learning with...
5.0
"Jennifer regularly works with my 3 year old son and she's one of the first caregivers he ever had. I was initially nervous to leave him with anyone, but Jennifer made me feel at ease. She reached out to...
Reviewed by Kate T.
5.0
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I have been working as a family assistant for over 17 years also working as a night nurse with newborn. With my experience I have learned how fun working with all kind smart, curious, funny, challenging and special need kids. They have their own personality. I believe kids need patience fun, love and discipline. I believe a...
5.0
"I cannot imagine a more loving and wonderful nanny than Lilian. She is completely competent, creative, smart, loving, joyful, fun and earned our complete trust. We were fortunate to have her for several years...
Reviewed by Bonnie H.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Los Altos, CA
Ana M.
5.0
Ana is amazing! She provided us with childcare coverage for our nanny share while our regular nanny was out on a short-term leave. She is reliable, nurturing, and communicative, and our boys absolutely loved her. I would highly recommend her for your childcare needs!
- Leanne G.
Barbara S.
5.0
Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one of them that the cat stopped soiling in the house out of grief. Never have I had such a...
- Lee B.
Meigs C.
5.0
I have been quadriplegic for 27 plus years and have had many caregivers to help with personal care and Meigs is the best caregiver I've ever had!
She is smart, kind, compassionate and she knows what she is doing. She makes me feel comfortable in uncomfortable situations making everything much...
- Danny J.
Claudia O.
5.0
Claudia was our nanny for about 8 months and was one of the best nannies we ever had the pleasure of working with. Our kids LOVED her - she was loving, fun, and knew how to charm them into great behavior. She was very responsible, helped us with running the house and cared for our children...
- Pirzad M.
Beatriz S.
5.0
Beatriz is amazing! She worked with my family and kids for years. Still occasionally helps out when she is available. She was always on time, great positive energy and attitude. She always went above and beyond to help when she noticed I was stressing out. She was a pleasure to work with and my...
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