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Helen A.


Berkeley, CA

$30-50/hr4 yrs exp

Educational Focused And Fun Nanny

5.0

(4)

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Hi my name is Helen I have 4 years of experience. 0-12 years old. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I took care of two sweet children ages (5-7) (8-13). I worked for manos Home Care and Pacific Home Care. I'm very responsible and ready to create bonds with the child(s) I would take care of. I love...
5.0
"Mariela is an amazing babysitter, she takes care of my son with autism in such a responsible way. She plays with him, she has incredible talent with kids and treat them with such respect and kindness."

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Molly P.


Berkeley, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Beloved Career Nanny Now Available!

5.0

(1)

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Experienced caregiver with over 13 years of expertise specializing in premature infants, multiples, special-needs, and autistic children. Proven ability to create a safe, engaging environment tailored to each child's unique needs. Skilled in fostering development, promoting communication and ensuring the well-being of children....
5.0
"Molly is an amazing nanny! She is extremely punctual and reliable, and was very involved in my twin girls’ development and care. She is sunny and positive and has excellent management skills. Mollys...

Reviewed by Stephanie L.

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Leslie W.


Pinole, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Senoir Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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My name is Leslie and I've been a senior care provider for the last 9 years Here are a few of my qualities! I'm loyal to my seniors and families I give 150% on the job I'm known for generous heart I'm great listener I cook low sodium, healthy meals I'm born and raised in the Bay Area, I know my way around I'm happily...
5.0
"Leslie was fantastic. She was professional, warm, personable, and flexible. It was a real joy to work with her. Highly recommended."

Reviewed by Patricia M.

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Marianne H.


Richmond, CA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

(2)

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I am a nanny/teacher who is very trustworthy, highly reliable and very experienced with little ones from newborns, twins, infants to toddler age/kindergarten, and school aged children. Do you need help in the care/mentoring/tutoring or babysitting with your child(ren) at home/school or daycare, overnight stay or occasional...
5.0
"We enthusiastically recommend Marianne as a nanny and caretaker for children of any age including infants. Marianne began caring for our daughter when she was 4 months old. For the last 1.5 years she has cared...

Reviewed by Amy P.

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Deisi C.


Berkeley, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Hello my name is Deisi, 33 years old, mother of two girls. I have worked with young children as both a professional caregiver and teacher for many years. I am truly passionate about helping children grow, especially those that require additional support to reach their full potential both academically and in their home...
5.0
"We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Deisi caring for our baby boy. She was not just E's nanny; she's become a cherished member of our family. Her dedication, warmth, and professionalism have made a...

Reviewed by Care member

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Alyssa D.


Martinez, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Elementary School Teacher

5.0

(1)

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I am a graduate from San Jose State University with a degree in Liberal Studies (Preparation for Teaching). I have over 12 years of experience supervising and working with children. I currently work as a Paraeducator for children with special needs and I also tutor children between the ages of six and 12 with learning...
5.0
"Alyssa was available at short notice to watch our three children. She turned up on time and instantly connected and engaged with our three children. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again."

Reviewed by Bec M.

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Bridget B.


Berkeley, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Drop In/Date Night Sitter!

4.8

(16)

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Hello I'm Bridget and I'm 23. 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...
5.0
"Bridget cared for our 16 month old for 3 days while I was in the Bay Area for a work trip. Bridget and my daughter, who is often wary of strangers, became fast friends and had lots of fun together. Bridget...

Reviewed by Emily H.

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Lacey B.


Belvedere Tiburon, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate And Responsible Special Needs Care Provider

5.0

(1)

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Patient, compassionate and caring provider. Over 10+ years of experience working as a childcare provider and nanny for independent families as well as in other childcare faculties with children 0-teen. Recent years of Experience volunteering at a ranch home a few times working alongside adults with various physical,...
5.0
"Leaving our 1 year old son with Lacey felt very comforting. We live in the Caribbean, traveled to Nashville and needed a nanny for one night. At first I was kind of nervous of leaving my son with a complete...

Reviewed by Stephanie H.

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Kaya T.


El Sobrante, CA

$35/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(22)

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Hello my name is Kaya, I am an attentive babysitter with a background in caring for multiple children. I am a positive role model focused on supporting development and teaching new skills. I am certified in First Aid and CPR with a dedication to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all children. I...
5.0
"We hired Kaya to watch our 4 month old daughter while we were busy with doing other things in the house. She kept her occupied and entertained with music, tummy time and took care of her naps too (which isn’t...

Reviewed by Care member

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Cristal D.


Richmond, CA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am passionate about helping others, I sense there is a need for us to spread love to anyone we encounter with. Working with those of special needs opens up my eyes and brings in meaning to my life and purpose here. I am here to learn and give my best to those in need of support. We all need an extra helping hand and its always...
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Elaine P.


Berkeley, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

High-Energy, Caring Nanny Looking For Work!

5.0

(5)

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Hello! I have over 10 years of babysitting experience and I absolutely love being a nanny- I can't imagine doing anything else! Also, I have experience taking care of children with special needs. A little summary of my work experience: I worked as an after school teacher before starting my own weekend camp for toddlers. I also...
5.0
"Elaine was punctual and kind. She read my son bedtime stories. Waited for me to return and was flexible. Pleasant experience and my son liked her a lot. Highly recommend:)"

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Richard D.


Berkeley, CA

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Richard P.

5.0

(3)

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I'm Richard, a multifaceted individual with expertise in marketing, dance, and caregiving. With a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and extensive training in Contemporary Dance from Mexico, I've worked as an Inclusive Dance Instructor, creating safe spaces for self-expression through movement for individuals of all abilities, and...
5.0
"Richard has worked with our family for the past several months on a part-time basis and he has become an integral part of the support system for our non-verbal 15 year old son. He is punctual,...

Reviewed by Seth M.

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Flavia M.


Richmond, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi family, I am originally from Brazil and I have two kids of my own one is 16yo boy and my girl is 12yo. I have a lot experience with kids, newborn, toddlers and experience with kids Autistic, ADHD and Special Needs! I used to watch two girls, 10 months and 4yo. I worked for this family about 2 years. I'm looking for a one...
5.0
"Flavia is so sweet, and my kids love her! She always work for us on weekends, and some date night! She's very responsible and kind with us"

Reviewed by Cindy J.

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Leila F.


Berkeley, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Full Time Big Sister

5.0

(1)

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I have about 8 years of paid childcare experience with children from 10 months up to 12 years old. I have worked with children with special needs and medical requirements. I feel comfortable being responsible for small groups children and dividing my attention between multiple things at once. I really enjoy spending time with...
5.0
"Leila was so great with our two kiddos - punctual, communicative and fun!"

Reviewed by Sara G.

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Amanda T.


Berkeley, CA

$23-30/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(7)

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Hi there, my name is Amanda and I am 23 years old. I have just moved to the bay area (Berkeley) from Colorado! I have my bachelors degree but am currently furthering my education by attending graduate school to pursue my doctorates degree! I am majoring in pediatric occupational therapy, and I had the amazing opportunity to...
5.0
"Amanda has watched my two kids for almost a year. She is the most reliable sitter I've ever had. She's super sweet, kind and caring. She talks to my kids on their level. I can't recommend her enough!"

Reviewed by Kate S.

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Denice B.


Martinez, CA

$16-25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have experience working with my child (31 now) with special needs, including ADHD, memory deficits, borderline IQ, Pervasive Development Disorder, PTSD and Autism. I have researched and read much over the years, worked with many professional and parental groups. I also taught in a pharmacy tech school while working at the VA...
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Ali M.


Berkeley, CA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Student

5.0

(2)

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I'm a UC Berkeley undergrad student looking for a part-time job to align with my school schedule. I have over seven years of childcare experience including after-school care as a youth development professional. I am a child at heart! I love going to parks, making sandcastles at the beach, and going on adventures! I also have...
5.0
"Ali was punctual and was very good with my 4 month old and 2 year old."

Reviewed by Ashley G.

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Robyn S.


Berkeley, CA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I have been working as nanny and a babysitter for about 10 years. I love cooking and reading, I'd love to share with your kids! I can also sing along to just about every children's song out there! I love being creative and doing art. I love going to the park, and going on adventures! I have a zoo membership and know...
5.0
"Robyn was very respectful and mindful of our family dynamic and routines. She was very responsive during the interview process and once she was hired. Our kids loved her and she made a genuine impact on their...

Reviewed by Brandi F.

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Irene E.


San Rafael, CA

$48/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello Families, My name is Irene. I am a current student at Santa Rosa Junior College taking the prerequisite for Nursing. I have taken other courses like Psychology 4 and Child growth and development. Not only do I know children but I also have 8 years of experience. I've babysat multiple children of different ages that range...
5.0
"We love Irene so much she's part of the family, we moved so we had to end the nanny relationship. She is an incredible human being, great with kids, an awesome problem solver and very reliable. We miss her...

Reviewed by Talia E.

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Dianne Elisee C.


Pinole, CA

$35/hr1 yrs exp

About Me

5.0

(3)

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I'd describe my personality as SWEET , HARDWORKING and KIND. I like caring for people with special needs because they need the most care and I would love to give the best care I can for them. I'm looking for a job that provides safe environment for both the caregivers and patients. I started caring for people with special...
5.0
"Dianne is great. She took care of our 2.5 year old son 1 time when Dianne was nannying for a friend and he had a great time. We hired Dianne as a babysitter shortly after that and our son was extremely excited...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Pablo, CA

Helen A.

5.0

I hire Helen during the pandemic to help my son that came from El Salvador. My son was diagnosed with autism and learning difficulties, Helen helped us a lot in taking care of our son in a very difficult time and was able to develop very well with my son, it was very helpful in this whole process of...

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Molly P.

5.0

Molly is an amazing nanny! She is extremely punctual and reliable, and was very involved in my twin girls’ development and care. She is sunny and positive and has excellent management skills. Mollys emotional intelligence is strong, she picks up on potentialconflict quickly and had a positive...

- Stephanie L.

Leslie W.

5.0

Leslie was fantastic. She was professional, warm, personable, and flexible. It was a real joy to work with her. Highly recommended.

- Patricia M.

Marianne H.

5.0

We enthusiastically recommend Marianne as a nanny and caretaker for children of any age including infants. Marianne began caring for our daughter when she was 4 months old. For the last 1.5 years she has cared for our daughter full-time. Now that our daughter is going to a day care part-time -- to...

- Amy P.

Deisi C.

5.0

We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Deisi caring for our baby boy. She was not just E's nanny; she's become a cherished member of our family. Her dedication, warmth, and professionalism have made a significant impact on our daily lives. Deisi is incredibly reliable and always punctual....

- Care member

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