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Nannette J.

Experienced And Effective Special Education Teacher.

San Carlos, CA

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$70/hr
10 years experience
I have over 25 years in special education field as a special day class teacher and Educational Specialist. I am an advocate for students to receive the services they need to be successful and empowering parents to be their child's advocate. I've raised a child with multiple special needs who is now a successful college...
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San Carlos, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I've had 10 plus years of experience with children of all ages. I also have a daughter of my own. Currently still working with SPED children TK-4th grade. Stay positive!
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San Carlos, CA

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$45/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience working with children. I worked before In my country Nicaragua with them for five years. I like to help children with special needs. And I am a friendly person and responsible with my job. I studied Pedagogia with mention in Special Education back in Nicaragua. When I arrived to The United States I studied...
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Expecied Special Educ. Teacher

San Carlos, CA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Travel
I have been a teacher for 23 years. Always in the special needs area of autism. I have 7 years being a professional Nanny to a high profile family. I love children of all ages, levels and needs.
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San Carlos, CA

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$34/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a Brazilian psychologist with over 13 years of experience working with children. I began as a teacher assistant and later became a psychologist at a school for kids with special needs. I also worked as an Au Pair in the USA for 18 months with the same family, caring for three wonderful kids (ages 9m, 4y, and 6y)....
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Fun And Wanting To Help.

San Carlos, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Heidi. I'm 26 years old. I'm a nanny that is looking to fill my M-Th with nannying so as to have my weekends still available for my job as a hair stylist. I've been a nanny for a few different families. I've 8+years paid experience in addition to many years as a babysitter to my 18 nieces and nephews. Loved each...
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San Carlos, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
For over 10 years, I've found immense joy in nurturing children and supporting families. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact young lives, and I'm eager to offer you a reliable childcare option. I am patient, creative, and friendly, which helps me connect with children of all ages, from...
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San Carlos, CA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
meal prep
transportation
Hi, I like to work with people, and I have experience doing it, I am psychologist and I have been working with kids with special needs around 10 years. I'm from Nicaragua, so I speak Spanish and English (and Case you want to learn Spanish) I am very friends and I like to communicate, and help people because I think one day I...
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Two Years Of Work Experience

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
I like playing sports and helping others out. I'm also a dog lover and get along with a lot of people. I have worked with kids 3-14 years and taken care of someone with special needs. I can assist with homework and projects. I can also do light housework and/or errands.

Veronica V. says "As a first time mother having help was instrumental to getting through those first few months! Natalia stepped up to the plate and helped with any needs...

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Nurturing and Friendly Nanny

Half Moon Bay, CA

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have considerable experience working with special needs children including those with Asperger's, ADD, ADHD Bipolar and Kabuki Syndrome and signed NDA'S. Employing special exercises and a specialized diet, social behaviors and skills dramatically improved with those children. The children began enjoying life more...
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Hello Families!!

San Mateo, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi families!! I worked in Colombia in a kindergarden as a volunteer for 5000 hours with kids 4-6 yo , I took care of a 2 yo and 6 yo for one year, here as an au pair for 2 years with 3 yo and 7 yo in Berkeley and I also have worked in a summer camp as well taking care of 1 yo , 4 yo and 7 yo ( with special need, autistic ) as an...

Care Member says "Maria is amazing - I cannot say enough good things about her! I have hired her in the past and she has always come through every single time! She is...

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San Mateo, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! I'm Mayara I am currently a nanny with +6 years of experience with newborns, infants, toddlers and older kids too. I have also worked in a daycare before being a full time nanny. - Bilingual nanny: English and Portuguese - Psychology degree - Special needs experience - CPR and First aid certified - NY driver's license...

Lauren C. says "Mayara cared for our twins everyday from the time they were 3 months - 3 years old. She is incredibly responsible, communicative, proactive, and quickly...

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San Mateo, CA

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Bay Area Mom... Certified in CPR, AED and First Aid. Trained Behavioral Therapist working with children with Autism. Five years of coaching for San Mateo PAL. I coached many sports with my two kids. Team parent in sports 19 times. Was High School Special Needs Liaison for 2 years. Art in Action Art Docent 9 years. I have my own...

Shivangi C. says "Denise took care of our son from 4 months old to 18 months old. Denise is very caring and loving and our son absolutely enjoys her company. She made...

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Part Time Nanny

San Mateo, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
Hi I work for a school district Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. I have many years working with kids and also have experience working with kids with special needs. I am also bilingual. I can start at 3:30 p.m. Currently fully Covid19 vaccinated. Thanks for looking into my profile.

Srilekha P. says "Veronica has been helping us after school hours. She takes our kids for their after school activities. She is punctual, reliable and safe. The kids love...

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Child Care

Menlo Park, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Todd P. says "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...

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Full-time care giver.

San Mateo, CA

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
5 years experience
I believe anything is possible, it's those things in life that gives you meaning, not the good, but mostly the bad that turning into good, that is what keeps me going and what gives me joy. To be meaningful and help for those who need it the most. I had no idea what autism was the day when I started to work with the boy that had...
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San Mateo, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
Hello my Elsa, I have been working with special needs kids for over 14 years and it has been amazing I have learned to communicate with them through games and activities, Over the years I have worked with wonderful families to help them with their little ones with warmth and structure combined to maintain a balanced, happy home....
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Half Moon Bay, CA

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$38/hr
20 years experience
Greetings Parents, safety first while building confidence, skills and having fun with the kids I care for. While using active and engaging activities learning about our natural world with joy and the love of discovery. Safety is always my first priority as I have years of experience in working as an assistant in Equine Therapy,...
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Empathetic & Caring Caregiver/ Companion

San Mateo, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
light cleaning
home modification
live-in home care
meal prep
Career history working with senior citizens providing in home care. I work privately for families providing caregiving and companionship, as well as special needs support. I am actively seeking employment where I can continue my work and passion in caregiving for seniors. I understand that as a caregiver, families trust one to...
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Keren

Belmont, CA

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$40/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hey! I'm Keren and I love being the big sister, the funny aunt and the loving care teacher. I define myself as patient, pro active, flexible and helpful. My 8 years experience working with kids, includes being a pre school teacher for 6 years and 2 years working with special needs young adults and as a volunteer in a hospital...
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Special Needs Caregivers in San Carlos, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Natalia F.

As a first time mother having help was instrumental to getting through those first few months! Natalia stepped up to the plate and helped...

- Veronica V.

Maria Z.

Maria is amazing - I cannot say enough good things about her! I have hired her in the past and she has always come through every single...

- Care member

Mayara M.

Mayara cared for our twins everyday from the time they were 3 months - 3 years old. She is incredibly responsible, communicative, proactive,...

- Lauren C.

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