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Elena L.


Moraga, CA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Care Provider

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I am a professional nanny and special needs care provider with experience caring for cancer patients, children with autism and developmental disabilities. To every job I take I bring a desire to make each day of the person I am caring for as special as possible. Over the years I've learned to find a way to connect with different...
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Lauren Z.


Moraga, CA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Lauren. I would love to be considered in caring for your family member. I have over 25 years of childcare, senior-care, and special needs experience. I provide care to clients of all ages and needs. I am calm natured, flexible, patient, reliable, able to multitask and pay close attention to details. Most of my...
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Amy L.


Moraga, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Sped Paraprofessional

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Love people with special needs it's the most experience I have working for over 22 years I'm employed in a school district and have worked with pre school to adult Ed adults with disabilities
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Lauren Z.


Moraga, CA

$30-46/hr

Experienced Lamorinda Caregiver

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Hi, my name is Lauren. I would love to be considered in caring for your family member. I have over 25 years of childcare, senior-care, and special needs experiences. I provide care to clients of all ages and needs. I am calm natured, flexible, patient, reliable, able to multitask and pay close attention to details. Most of my...
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Lauren Z.


Moraga, CA

$30-46/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Lauren. I would love to be considered in caring for your family member. I have over 25 years of childcare, senior-care, and special needs experience. I provide care to clients of all ages and needs. I am calm natured, flexible, patient, reliable, able to multitask and pay close attention to details. Most of my...
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Bridget B.


Berkeley, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Drop In/Date Night Sitter!

4.8

(16)

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Hello I'm Bridget and I'm 23. I use to work at daycare where I usually cared for multiple kids at a time. I worked with many different types of kids such as twins/siblings, children with special needs and babies. I am CPR, First Aid, and AED certified. I have recently completed a babysitting class where we specifically learned...
5.0
"Bridget cared for our 16 month old for 3 days while I was in the Bay Area for a work trip. Bridget and my daughter, who is often wary of strangers, became fast friends and had lots of fun together. Bridget...

Reviewed by Emily H.

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Leslie S.


San Ramon, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I'm Leslie! I have experience with children of all ages! I have been a nanny since I was 16 years old. I worked for an agency as a respite provider and cared for children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, Cornelia de Lange syndrome and ADHD. I enjoy arts and crafts, story time and outdoor fun! I am CPR and first...
5.0
"Leslie helped baby sitting my child who is 7 years old and is autistic . She was very patient with him and my child loves her! She occasionally still watches him when my husband and I need to go on date night !...

Reviewed by Luisa L.

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Richard D.


Berkeley, CA

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Richard P.

5.0

(3)

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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...
5.0
"Richard has worked with our family for the past several months on a part-time basis and he has become an integral part of the support system for our non-verbal 15 year old son. He is punctual,...

Reviewed by Seth M.

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Mario P.


San Ramon, CA

$23-30/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I am a friendly and motivated 25-year-old bay area native. I work for Contra Costa ARC and assist those with special needs. I am reliable and always willing to jump right in and help when needed. I am a musician, animal lover, video game enthusiast and really value spending time with good friends & family. Lets face it,...
5.0
"My boys enjoyed hanging out with Mario at home and the skate parks. He is kind and considerate. A good role model for teenage boys. "

Reviewed by Mary R.

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Mary O.


Oakland, CA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Loving & Experienced Nanny Available

5.0

(4)

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I have been a doula and childcare provider for the last 8 years, I take pride in what I do, and love it wholeheartedly. Most of my experience has been in caring for newborns and infants, but I also have years of experience working with children of all ages from newborns to adolescents. I am a certified First Responder, a step...
5.0
"Mary was absolutely wonderful with our 2 kids the few times we had her over. They've been asking about her ever since and would love to have her back! She's down-to-earth, responsible, and warm."

Reviewed by Rose S.

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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

5.0

(7)

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I am a highly skilled special needs child caretaker, Paraprofessional and Doula. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I am passionate about supporting people to thrive. I have extensive experience across the life cycle serving toddlers; school aged...
5.0
"I am grateful to have found Rose. She takes very good care of my child and also cares for us all as a family. For example, as first time parents we were very nervous about allowing someone to take care of our...

Reviewed by Care member

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Amanda T.


Berkeley, CA

$23-30/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(7)

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Hi there, my name is Amanda and I am 23 years old. I have just moved to the bay area (Berkeley) from Colorado! I have my bachelors degree but am currently furthering my education by attending graduate school to pursue my doctorates degree! I am majoring in pediatric occupational therapy, and I had the amazing opportunity to...
5.0
"My husband and I needed a last minute babysitter and Amanda messaged me right away, and seemed enthusiastic to watch our little one. She was very attentive towards my child, and we plan to keep her as our go-to...

Reviewed by Jennifer D.

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Roya S.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(17)

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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...
5.0
"I lived with roya and saw she really cares about her clients and thinks about them all the moments"

Reviewed by Care member

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Cherrelle W.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Bay Area Newborn Specialist!

5.0

(1)

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Hello Families, I am a Newborn Care Specialist and certified doula for over 30 years. I adore babies and have a great deal of experience with children of all ages. As a certified advanced newborn care specialist and postpartum doula, I've traveled with families, stayed overnight while families get the rest they need, nannied...
5.0
"Ms. Cherrelle is amazing! I highly recommend her. She provided night nanny services for my premature infant and went above and beyond. She respectfully shared her expertise including best practices and...

Reviewed by Care member

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Elaine P.


Berkeley, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

High-Energy, Caring Nanny Looking For Work!

5.0

(5)

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Hello! I have over 10 years of babysitting experience and I absolutely love being a nanny- I can't imagine doing anything else! Also, I have experience taking care of children with special needs. A little summary of my work experience: I worked as an after school teacher before starting my own weekend camp for toddlers. I also...
5.0
"Elaine was punctual and kind. She read my son bedtime stories. Waited for me to return and was flexible. Pleasant experience and my son liked her a lot. Highly recommend:)"

Reviewed by Care member

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Ali M.


Berkeley, CA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Student

5.0

(2)

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I'm a UC Berkeley undergrad student looking for a part-time job to align with my school schedule. I have over seven years of childcare experience including after-school care as a youth development professional. I am a child at heart! I love going to parks, making sandcastles at the beach, and going on adventures! I also have...
5.0
"Ali has a super calm and soothing demeanor. My 10 month old liked her immediately. She has good initiative and is resourceful and helpful. Good grown up conversationalist for Mom too!"

Reviewed by Saheli D.

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Josiane P.


Lafayette, CA

$20-30/hr

Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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Hi, my name is Josiane and I am a caring, patient loving person and have recommendations inside and outside the country!
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Arianna Q.


Oakland, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

ABA Therapist Experience

5.0

(1)

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I have experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum disorder. I worked as a Behavioral Interventionist for a total of 2 years. We used methods of Applied Behavior Analysis to change non preferred behaviors.
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Helen A.


Berkeley, CA

$30-50/hr4 yrs exp

Educational Focused And Fun Nanny

5.0

(4)

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Hi my name is Helen I have 4 years of experience. 0-12 years old. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I took care of two sweet children ages (5-7) (8-13). I worked for manos Home Care and Pacific Home Care. I'm very responsible and ready to create bonds with the child(s) I would take care of. I love...
5.0
"I hire Helen during the pandemic to help my son that came from El Salvador. My son was diagnosed with autism and learning difficulties, Helen helped us a lot in taking care of our son in a very difficult time...

Reviewed by Care member

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Sierra L.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$24-25/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I am currently a Respite Caregiver for children with special needs! I have experience working with and caring for children and teens on the Autism spectrum, who have Down Syndrome, ADHD, and more. I've also cared for children who are nonverbal. I work with children who require extra attention and support, and I understand it can...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Moraga, CA

Bridget B.

5.0

Bridget watched our two kids, ages 10 and 12 at a hotel in SF. She was very punctual and communicated well. She watched my daughter at the pool and also took our dog out to potty. Highly recommend Bridget.

- Maricar K.

Leslie S.

5.0

Leslie was amazing with our two year old. Our son was always so happy to see her and would often ask to call miss Leslie while playing at home. We stopped going out much the last few years (because of Covid) but continued to connect with Leslie to say hi. We're very happy to have found her!

- Abbygail P.

Richard D.

5.0

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

- Darwin M.

Mario P.

5.0

My boys enjoyed hanging out with Mario at home and the skate parks. He is kind and considerate. A good role model for teenage boys.

- Mary R.

Mary O.

5.0

Mary was everything we wanted in a night nurse and more. She loved our baby boy and took care of him while I was recovering from a C-section and transitioning into motherhood. She took him each night during his sleep, woke me for feedings, and gave me feedback and advice in the AM on how to help...

- Erica W.

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