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Special needs caregivers in Portola Valley, CA

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Alexandra S.


Portola Valley, CA

$26-30/hr5 yrs exp

Alexandra Here!

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Hello parents, I am a recent college graduate who worked in child care through my timer as an undergraduate. Currently living in beautiful Portola Valley and looking for a sweet family to work with and make good memories. I worked mainly with two different families in Marin County as a long term nanny, both positions lasting 2...
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Jill R.


Mountain View, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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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.

Recent review:

5.0
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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Debbiann F.


San Carlos, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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I am an experienced caregiver who is also a Behavioral Health Tech. I specialize in helping people cope while living with several mental or personality disorders.
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Melissa P.


Palo Alto, CA

$36/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(7)

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I am a hard working and energetic 32-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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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 morning) and Melissa showed up early and ready to go. She...

Reviewed by Darren F.

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Kari T.


Palo Alto, CA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic & Experienced Nanny/ Tutor

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Käri--I'm a responsible, energetic, & creative person who loves kids and having fun! I have a Masters in Foreign Language Education, and currently teach middle school Spanish & French. As the oldest of five siblings, I've had lots of childcare experience from an early age, and also have experience with special...

Recent review:

5.0
Kari is a wonderful caregiver. She babysat for my 6 year-old boy regularly for several months and engaged him in lots of creative play. She is kind, warm, smart, responsible and just the perfect person to trust...

Reviewed by Maggie C.

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Alyssa N.


Redwood City, CA

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Positive Impact

5.0

(1)

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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...
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Maria S.


Palo Alto, CA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Sitter

5.0

(1)

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I have 10 years of experience working as a nanny and six working as a teacher's assistant for the Ravenswood SchooI district. I have also worked with children with special needs. I am responsible, caring and reliable person. I have a passion for working with children. I also can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I can...
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Lilian M.


Menlo Park, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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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Leslie D.


Sunnyvale, CA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver with Special Needs Experience!

5.0

(2)

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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...
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Cindy M.


Mountain View, CA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Enjoyable, Patient, And Caring

5.0

(1)

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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...

Recent review:

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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Leslie D.


Sunnyvale, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible, Adventurous And Creative Nanny Available!

5.0

(15)

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I am the nanny/house manager/personal assistant you are looking for!! I have 25+ years childcare experience. I am CPR/first aid certified. I have a full resume, just ask! I have experience with newborns-teenagers, children and adults with special needs, multiples, and geriatric care. I drive a 2014 Chevy Traverse with a clean...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Leslie is fantastic and my kids loved her! When my husband and I would get home from work the kids were always happy, fed and the house was clean. It was a dream come true. I tried to get her to move out of...

Reviewed by Kristen L.

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Beatriz S.


Redwood City, CA

$35-49/hr10 yrs exp

A Reliable Caregiver And Your Child Best Friend

3.7

(3)

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Beatriz is amazing! She worked with my family and kids for years. Still occasionally helps out when she is available. She was always on time, great positive energy and attitude. She always went above and beyond...

Reviewed by Care member

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Evelyne K.


Palo Alto, CA

$30-49/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Professional And Dedicated Nanny!

5.0

(3)

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Hi, my name is Evelyne. I have over 10 years of professional childcare experience includes but is not limited to caring for newborn, twin, multiple children, infants & toddlers, children with special needs and school age child. As a preschool teacher I have the credentials and experience to care for children. I have great...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Evelyne was a gift from God. Seriously. She was just what we needed at the time. Evelyne easily flowed with our clunky schedule- dentist, orthodontist, gymnastics, dance showcase. Where ever my kiddo needed...

Reviewed by Catherine R.

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Claudia O.


Mountain View, CA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Early Child Education Experenced Loving Caring And Passionate With My Job

3.7

(3)

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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...

Recent reviews:

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.

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Barbara S.


Mountain View, CA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider, Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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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,...

Recent review:

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.

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Jennifer L.


Cupertino, CA

$50/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny/Preschool Educator

5.0

(2)

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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...

Recent reviews:

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.

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Evangeline M.


Sunnyvale, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children

5.0

(2)

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I am a kind, patient and a nurturing person, organized and energetic too. I have raised three sons. I have a passion for providing care for children because when we have a positive impact in the child's life it is most rewarding. I have worked with preschool children for 10 years and as well as with 5 and 6-year-old at a before...
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Jennifer L.


Cupertino, CA

$65/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Consultant/Educator/Teacher

4.5

(8)

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Jennifer did a great motivating my special needs son play basketball, do yoga and work on art projects.

Reviewed by Care member

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Aracelly B.


Redwood City, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

1.0

(1)

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Hello my name is Aracelly. I have experienced as caregiver many year because I have my father who lives with me, and he needs help because he has dialysis 3 times a week. I like to work with people who need help. Right now I am currently student at Cañada college, I am taking classes special need education.
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Yaya R.


Redwood City, CA

$29-40/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a caregiver for more than 20years for elderly patients and children I also have experience work with autism spectrum disorder patients food intolerance and other special Needs I speak fluent English , Portuguese and Spanish . I would Love to help to help your love one providing great companionship to special needs,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Portola Valley, CA

Jill R.

5.0

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 experience. She learns things really quickly, is very careful and pays attention to detail. She...

- Bart S.

Melissa P.

5.0

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 morning) and Melissa showed up early and ready to go. She was great with my five year old son. I appreciated her last minute flexibility, good...

- Darren F.

Kari T.

5.0

Kari is a wonderful caregiver. She babysat for my 6 year-old boy regularly for several months and engaged him in lots of creative play. She is kind, warm, smart, responsible and just the perfect person to trust with my (and your) kid! I would hire her again in an instant if she were available at the...

- Maggie C.

Lilian M.

5.0

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 NY while Nini was with us and Nini offered to help with the transition to NY. Nini is very...

- Todd P.

Cindy M.

5.0

Cindy was amazing, she was so sweet with my baby girl. I highly recommend her!

- Huber A.

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