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Ashley W.

Newark, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
My name is Ashley and I am a full time nanny/caregiver with over 5 years of professional experience in this industry. Over the last 5 years I have worked almost exclusively with children that are on the autism spectrum. I am an extremely patient and caring individual and I feel that working with children truly is my calling. I...
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Newark, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Experience with taking care of kids and adults with autism for several years. I have good communication and I am here to help!
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Caregiver

Newark, CA

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$28/hr
3 years experience
Hello my name is Theresa. I am currently enrolled in school getting ADN and attending American River College. I am 23 years old , just trying to find a future for myself. That's by doing what I do best, providing care. Ask me questions if interested, I'm an open book. But thanks for your time and consideration ! Have an amazing...
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Newark, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Through my various experiences with children, which include childcare, working in schools, tutoring, and working with those who have special needs, I can confidently affirm my abilities as a great childcare provider. I am a very creative and friendly person and my personality allows me to connect with children very easily. I am...
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Newark, CA

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$29/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Experienced with preschool through high school students as well as adult care. Special needs school bus driver with 23 years of experience as well as having a special needs child myself, I understand the care and the love and compassion that you have when dealing with all children, whether special needs or not
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Responsible, Caring Sitter

Newark, CA

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$30/hr
25 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 20 years of experience working with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I love providing learning experiences as well as having fun (and mixing the two!). I have 15 ECE units and wonderful references that would be happy to speak with you.
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Union City, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
My name is Feven, and I live in Union City. I work at school assisting kids with special needs. I am looking for extra income. If you are looking for transportation service, date night occasional or evenings and weekends babysitter for your child(ren) contact me. I am very trustworthy, reliable, and have excellent driving...

Helen P. says "I asked Feven to chauffeur my mom and 2 kids (3 & 5) when both me and husband had to be away. Feven was punctual and super responsive when she communicated...

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Part-time Caregiver

Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is Joan.. I have watched a young man with Down syndrome occasionally since he was 5 years old, he is 21 years old now. He is the son of my sister's best friend and a friend to our family. I have watched him on date nights and/or a day out for shopping with the girls.

Ayisha B. says "I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still work with Joan...

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Part-Time Care Available

Santa Clara, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I have a regular job at a Post- secondary special education program. I work under a teacher supervision educating students with special needs. I'm an experienced sitter/nanny who is looking for a family who needs occasional child care help. I have 10 years of paid experience in child care. If you have any specific questions...

Robert H. says "Maila is a great nanny and wonderful with our daughter. She's kind, loving and very experienced."

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Daytime Nanny

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Maria. I'm 44 years old, I'm divorced and I have 2 kids a girl of 18 and a boy of 20 we live in Santa Clara ca. The first family I worked with, nearly 20 years ago, had both twins and triplets! After that I worked with a family in Mountain View from the time their children were newborns until they were 12 years old....

Care Member says "Maria Elena has been a great pleasure to work with during the last two years. She is kind, dedicated, patient and very reliable. She makes time when we...

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Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
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$39/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a hard working and energetic 34-year-old with tons of experience caring for children. Including children with special needs. I have worked in a pediatric hospital and nannied for families while I was in my child development classes for college. I have worked with 4 families in the last 3 yrs with a mix of ages 3 months to...

Darren F. says "Melissa was great. She came through for our family when we were in a bind. Our need for child care was unique and at an awkward time (before school one...

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Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I am a high school honors biology teacher in San Jose. I am also a lifeguard and swim instructor with my first aid and CPR certifications. I coach diving at Stanford on some weekday evenings. I have been lifeguarding since 2013. I coached Special Olympics swimming. Taught multiple private swim lessons from infant-adult as...

Trace M. says "Hayley is an outstanding young woman who loves children and connects well with them. She is gentle and kind, but knows how to balance authority with fun....

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Palo Alto, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello families! My name is Raquel and I am a nanny currently working in the San Carlos/ Redwood City areas. I've been in childcare for over 12 years. At the moment I am working in a nanny share with two toddler boys. Sadly (for me) they both will be entering preschool this summer! I'm so excited for them! That being said, I am...
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Experienced Babysitter

Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Highlights -Legendary Customer Service. -Bilingual : English and Spanish -Special training for autistic children and for children with anger management challenges. -Able to problem solve and speak with people in a calm and patient manner, work well with others and alone. Professional Experience Nanny, Mountain View, Palo Alto...

Care Member says "Ale is an amazing nanny. She is incredibly loving, warm, playful, and creative. She is incredibly trustworthy. She took care of my son when he was 2.5...

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Direct Support Professional, Caregiver

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Danny J. says "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...

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San Jose, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I'm Katherine and I'm 31 years old. Mother of a 3-year-old boy, who joins me on the adventures of caring for other friends and families :) Working with children doesn't feel like work for me because I become one of them! I enjoy playing, creating, teaching and learning beside children. It is my goal to create a loving and...
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Full Time Nanny

Sunnyvale, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
A little background about myself, I am the oldest of 4 and as a big sister I was always there to assist my mother with caring for my brothers. While at UCSC I worked for the onsite family day care. Once graduated I started working at a private school for children with autism. I learned so much and became even more patient. Then...
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Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Errands
home modification
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
A Compassionate caregiver with 30 years of In-Home Care experience in providing exceptional care to the elderly and special needs Clients in their Homes, Skilled Nursing Facility & Assisting Living care ; I can coordinate clients with their Daily living activities, Medication reminders , Meal preparation, Personal care &...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Santa Clara, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have 5 years in-home care experience for Adult and Senior living. I have more than 5 years paid experience working as a Special Needs Substitute Para-educator and as a Companion Caregiver. I have taken care of seniors , I've administered medication, bathed, attended to their needs in their home. I am very patient, caring, and...
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Guadalupe L.'s Photo

Redwood City, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I have three kids and truly enjoyed being part of every stage of their childhood. Through that experience, I've developed a deep understanding of the responsibility it takes to protect, guide, and care for children, and that continues to be my main goal. I am very attentive to the needs of children and make it a priority to...
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Special Needs Caregivers in Newark, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Feven M.

I asked Feven to chauffeur my mom and 2 kids (3 & 5) when both me and husband had to be away. Feven was punctual and super responsive when...

- Helen P.

Joan M.

I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still...

- Ayisha B.

Maila G.

Maila is a great nanny and wonderful with our daughter. She's kind, loving and very experienced.

- Robert H.

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