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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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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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I enjoy providing parent support to children and young adults with Autism and other developmental delays by helping them become more independent. I will work on simple, yet essential routines- refining their fine motor skills, sensory issues, academic and social skills and more. By providing these services-it give parents a...
5.0
"Jennifer works with both of my children. She does OT-based lessons with both. They work on motor skills and writing. But, they also do some reading, arts/crafts, and she’s even supervised them while they swim....
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5.0
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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.
5.0
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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...
Claudia O.
Mountain View, CA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Early Child Education Experenced Loving Caring And Passionate With My Job
3.7
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Pirzad M.
5.0
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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.
4.6
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Hi, my name is Lisa and I have a Masters degree in Special Education and a BA in Psychology. I have been working as a Behavior Therapist/Consultant with children on the autism spectrum for over 24 years. I have a passion for working with children and I LOVE helping everyone reach their fullest potential. My areas of expertise...
5.0
"Lisa is AMAZING! Lisa is vastly experienced with children and children absolutely love her. Our son loves to spend time with Lisa. Lisa is super fun, with a lot of energy and a lot of creativity. We trust Lisa...
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5.0
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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
"Submitting a recommendation based on interviewing Jennifer. We were looking for a babysitter with OT experience but Jennifer focuses on OT specifically, not babysitting, so it wasn't quite what we were looking...
Reviewed by Sara C.
5.0
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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...
5.0
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My name is Maria. I'm 42 years old, I'm divorced and I have 2 kids a girl of 16 and a boy of 18. We are returning to the Sunnyvale area after living for 5 years in Modesto, CA. I have worked with a variety of different families over my career as a full-time nanny. The first family I worked with, nearly 20 years ago, had both...
5.0
"Maria Elena has been with our family the past two years and is a phenomenal caretaker/nanny. She is attentive, loving, supportive and any family that gets to have her will be very lucky. "Nana" spoke Spanish...
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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 been a wonderful asset to my family over the last few years. She takes care of my family as they were her own. I have nothing but great things to say about her and would highly recommend to future...
Reviewed by Deborah L.
5.0
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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.
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...
5.0
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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,...
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...
Reviewed by Lee B.
Aracelly B.
Redwood City, CA
$28/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, I have experience working with children more than 20 years. taking classes of Early childhood education and special needs I have 27 units. I like work with infants toddlers playing puzzles, painting, singing.
5.0
"Aracelly was really a blessing. She was prompt and communicative. She was great in caring for my toddler, was very active and engaged."
Reviewed by John W.
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
Jennifer L.
5.0
Jennifer did a great motivating my special needs son play basketball, do yoga and work on art projects.
- Care member
Cindy M.
5.0
Cindy was amazing, she was so sweet with my baby girl. I highly recommend her!
- Huber A.
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.
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.
Lisa W.
5.0
Lisa is a very professional, patient, and passionate therapist. My kid has autism with short attention span. Lisa helps my kid set realistic goals and provides each session with fun, creative, and engaging activities. My kid is excited to go for every session with Lisa. I highly recommend Lisa to...
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