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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Newark, CA
The average rate is $25/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Newark, CA
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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.
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"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 and plan to continue doing so in the future whenever...
Reviewed by Ayisha B.
4.8
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Hello and welcome to My Bio. Thank you for considering me to take care of what is most precious to you, your home and family.
Experience: I grew up taking care of my 3 younger siblings starting at age 5, 2 of them were special needs. I ended up being like their second mom, since the parents weren't around much. They're all grown...
5.0
"Nicole was kind and understanding, she went "all in" when she played with my son. She guided him gently when he became emotionally unregulated. A great babysitter!"
Reviewed by Adina L.
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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...
5.0
"Alejandra work is second to none. She is very professional and passionate about her craft. We are so lucky to have her take our family photos.
Jose"
Reviewed by Jose S.
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I have a regular job at a high school, 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. I apply common sense with care and affection to every child. I am...
5.0
"Maila is a great nanny and wonderful with our daughter. She's kind, loving and very experienced."
Reviewed by Robert H.
Amber T.
Hayward, CA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Have Just About As Much Energy As The Kids And I Can Get Things Done!
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Hello there,
I have over 8 years of experience with child's care. Around 4 years experience w/ people w/special needs. I am a board certified behavioral specialist and CPR certified! Currently have an AA in Psych and sociology going to classes online/ in person. I am working on my BA in Psych. I can help with Travel/ Light...
5.0
"Very friendly and good with kids :)"
Reviewed by Alex R.
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I have over 20 years experience with childcare and the experience as mother too. I enjoy spending time with children, doing various activities with them such as taking them outside in the park. Also painting, reading to the children, story telling, sharing stories, singing with them. I cherish the time I have with children and...
5.0
"Nellyda interviewed with us, she was the first to reply, the first to interview, and brought both professional references, many many years of experience and calm sweetness with our 3 month old daughter. While...
Reviewed by Julie M.
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Hello,
I had been a "Live In Nanny" for a doctor couple from California for two children. I was with the children majority of the day in their home since the parents were busy doctors, and after two years I had moved to New Jersey with my friend and I was a certified Home Health Aide traveling to homes to provide with one on...
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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 a great pleasure to work with during the last two years. She is kind, dedicated, patient and very reliable. She makes time when we have needed extra help. She is fluent in both English and...
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4.3
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I have several years of childcare experience, from nannying for families, to working with kids with special needs, to practically running the children's ministry at my home church. Children are my passion and I love to work with them, help nurture, develop, and care for them! It's truly my favorite thing ever! I have nannying...
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"Kaia is a responsible, dependable, mature young woman who loves to take care of others. She is a quick learner, will be respectful to your families rules & routines and will make the transition of care as...
Reviewed by Amy A.
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.
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"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 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.
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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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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...
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"Lilian, or Nini as well call her, has been with our family for almost 3 years and joined us when our first daughter was 4 months old. We have been extremely lucky to have Nini in our lives. We moved from CA to...
Reviewed by Todd P.
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Hello,
My name is Rebekah A and I would like to expand my services of child care to senior care. Although I only have experience with my own family (besides occasional volunteer work at Lytton Gardens reading to seniors),
I have many years of experience with special needs care. This includes bathing, administering medication,...
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I am a preschool teacher with 11 years of experience working with children. I have worked as a nanny/babysitter as well during my free time. I am a fun, loving person and offer more than the typical babysitter as I focus on supporting the overall development of children I work with.
My experience ranges from newborn to middle...
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I have 6 kids of my own ages 3-20 yrs old . I worked with kids with special needs . I understand the safety and trust a parent would need for there child as I have many of my own. I do have CPR ad first aid training.
Kristen C.
Santa Clara, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I was raised helping my mother with special needs foster children, and really enjoyed the experience. I volunteered at pathways for women in high school, in their childcare program. Then I spent a few years as a cna. I'm currently a live in aide for a wonderful lady with cerebral palsy. My job is very part time, usually two and...
Maayan W.
Menlo Park, CA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Dedicated And Compassionate Caregiver With 10+ Years Of Experience Working With Children.
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Hello! My name is Maayan and I graduated in May from San Diego State University with a Bachelor's degree in in psychology. I have 10+ years of experience working with kids in various settings including; babysitting & nannying, summer camp and sleep away camp counselor, tutoring, and working one on one with children with special...
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I have more than 20 yrs of experience taking care of babies to toddlers and also raised my two kids that is all grown ups now. I also worked for the same families for 7yrs and have experienced with special need kids. I can provide you all the families that I worked for in the peninsula. I am trustworthy, kind and warm hearted...
Julia R.
San Jose, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I’d describe my personality as creative, out-going, and kind
I like working with kids because each day is a new adventure and never boring. Nothing matches the energy of a child's enthusiasm for life and eagerness to learn. I also love making a positive impact on the lives of children. I plan to be a mother myself in the...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Newark, CA
Joan M.
5.0
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 and plan to continue doing so in the future whenever possible.
- Ayisha B.
Nicole Y.
5.0
Nicole was kind and understanding, she went "all in" when she played with my son. She guided him gently when he became emotionally unregulated. A great babysitter!
- Adina L.
Alejandra J.
5.0
Alejandra was amazing! We facetimed beforehand to make sure we were comfortable. She came for 3.5 hours in the evening to my house to babysit my 10 year old daughter. She liked Alex right away. They played games, drew pictures, shared stories, and had lots of fun. She was great with our dog also....
- Care member
Maila G.
5.0
Maila is a great nanny and wonderful with our daughter. She's kind, loving and very experienced.
- Robert H.
Amber T.
5.0
Amber was amazing with our daughters, great communication, always on time, very kind, fun and patient with kids. She goes extra mile and house always looks organized and clean after her visit.
- Pavel A.
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