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A lit bit about myself: I come from a family with personal experience with disabilities and unique strengths and challenges. I specialize in mental health, learning disabilities, and ASD. I have been professionally working in the field for the last 3 years. My family background grew my passion for...
One-on-one with Asperger syndrome 2. 5 years
One-on-one with non speaking paralyzed 2 years
Multi-certs in specialized care
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
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Over 20 years experience in watching all age-range children. Worked as a special needs assistant for years. Worked at Jr. high for over 8 years and also have twins !! I am very patient, kind and love to play and interact with the kids that I take care of. House & dogs sit as well.
Kids off to college and find I have extra time...
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10 years experience·
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15+ years experience with all different ages going through all different walks of life. I am very Patient and reliable.
Very comfortable learning new care plans to help client with positive growth.
Care Member says "Kirstyn provides an excellent caregiver & housekeeper combination that provides our family with full support. She is excellent at communication, and...
Grocery shopping
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light cleaning
Hi! My name is Chanel, and I bring over 5 years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged kids. I've worked as a nanny, caregiver, and a special education paraeducator, and I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can thrive.
Throughout my...
Jen E. says "Stopped responding a day before the scheduled visit so unfortunately we did not get a chance to work with her. "
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From teaching swimming lessons and babysitting as a teenager to working with children with special needs and their families for over 20 years, I've worked with all ages and in many environments. I'm happy to work in a household with pets.
Fully vaccinated happy to wear a mask.
Danielle M. says "Lisa acted as a babysitter and dog sitter for my family for a few years when she lives in Phoenix. We all loved her so much, we cried when she moved....
I worked for 14 years at the Disabled Students Program at UC Berkeley doing electric and manual wheelchair repair as well as fabricating adaptive aids. Something I discovered about myself: I'm handy and creative but more than anything, I love working with people. I have also worked with mentally disabled adults on Cape Cod and...
Trish O. says "Kristine did an excellent job packing up my daughter's storage unit and shipping her items home. She was very kind and did a great job!"
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
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Hello I'm Bridget and I'm 26 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...
Care Member says "On time, kind and did exactly what was asked. Baby slept through the night too!"
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7 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
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.
I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. In this role I collect data, ensure client care, follow behavior reduction protocols, report to families/caregivers, and maintain client confidentiality.
Miriam P. says "Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child....
Errands
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light cleaning
* Provide daily care and support for individuals with special needs
* Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, feeding if needed)
* Help with medication reminders and safety supervision
* Support with daily routines and activities
* Maintain clean and safe home environment
* Communicate with family and follow care plans
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I am a fully qualified infant toddler teacher- preschool. 0 to 5 years. I am a teacher for kinder care. I have worked at a school with children from 5 - 22 with special needs for 1 year. I have done in home care taking for a child with special needs for 4 years. I am going to school for special education. I babysit for a few of...
Hi! My name is Stefani :)
I'm a caring, responsible, and experienced nanny who truly loves working with children. I have experience through volunteer work, professional nanny positions, and caring for children with special needs.
I've been with my current family for almost three years as their nanny. As I'll be moving to San...
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Diana, I'm a graduate from University and currently work in academic research and laboratory animal care. Outside of work, I'm very active, enjoy playing with my 2 cats, doing crafts, and being outside. I have 4 years of experience as a tutor, babysitter, and nanny, and 10 years of experience as an animal...
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light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have worked in a daycare environment with low-income and at-risk kiddos aged 0-6 (including children with special needs, dietary restrictions and medical conditions, as well as providing early education and learning activities). I have also served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate, working one-on-one with children who need...
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carpooling
swimming supervision
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Hi! My name is Morgan and I graduated from St. Mary's College in 2019. I was a preschool teacher the past two years and now work from home part time. I would love to help with your child care needs, as well as assist in any schoolwork or any homework/lesson plan assistance. I have 12+ years of experience working with kids ages 5...
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10 years experience
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light cleaning
swimming supervision
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Hi everyone!
*I am currently looking for a part or full time nanny or tutoring position for the months June and July or occasional babysitting jobs!*
I am a 3rd year, 2nd grade teacher here in Oakland with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Child Development. I have nannied for countless families (CA, NYC, Italy)...
Hi! I'm Safa.
I live in Martinez, CA and work mornings with children on the autism spectrum and children with special needs. I have over 10 years of caregiving experience and a certificate in art and art therapy.
I create a calm, safe, and nurturing environment and enjoy using simple art activities to support children's...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a creative, fun, animal-friendly, active, vaccinated, and degreed educator with over 20 years of teaching experience, and four plus years of professional nanny experience. I have been with my current family since March of 2019, taking care of two girls who were 20 months and 3 years old respectively when I started. I live...
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swimming supervision
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I am a certificated high school math teacher at in Albany, CA, with a bachelor's degree from Columbia University. I specialize in helping students build confidence, conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills in math.
I also have extensive childcare experience, including working as a nanny for multiple families...
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The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of November 2026
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Kirstyn G.
Kirstyn provides an excellent caregiver & housekeeper combination that provides our family with full support. She is excellent at...
- Care member
Chanel M.
Stopped responding a day before the scheduled visit so unfortunately we did not get a chance to work with her.
- Jen E.
Lisa B.
Lisa acted as a babysitter and dog sitter for my family for a few years when she lives in Phoenix. We all loved her so much, we cried when...
- Danielle M.
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