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Lorelei S.

Stanford, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Lorelei! I'm a Stanford student with years of hands-on experience working with kids, seniors, and individuals with special needs--and I truly love what I do. I study pediatric health and development, and I've worked in hospitals, research labs, summer camps, and community programs focused on caregiving and support. I've...
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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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Private Nanny

Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Doha! I am a reliable, patient, and creative nanny. I have nine years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have five years experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I coached gymnastics to elementary aged children. I volunteered with the local Special Olympics and have extensive experience with...

John D. says "Doha helped us for a week take care of our 9 month old son, who was dealing with a pretty tough cold at the time. Doha was very caring and put in the extra...

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Early Child Education Experenced Loving Caring And Passionate With My Job

Mountain View, CA

4.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

Care Member says "Claudia was our full-time nanny for both kids in their baby/toddler phases. The kids loved her because she was kind, patient, creative (drawing, clay,...

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Special Needs Consultant/Educator/Teacher

Cupertino, CA

4.6(1)
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$65/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

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

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Palo Alto, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello families! My name is Raquel and I am a nanny currently working in the San Carlos/ Redwood City areas. I've been in childcare for over 12 years. At the moment I am working in a nanny share with two toddler boys. Sadly (for me) they both will be entering preschool this summer! I'm so excited for them! That being said, I am...
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Direct Support Professional, Caregiver

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Danny J. says "I have been quadriplegic for 27 plus years and have had many caregivers to help with personal care and Meigs is the best caregiver I've ever had! She is...

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Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.

Bart S. says "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...

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Daytime Nanny

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Maria. I'm 44 years old, I'm divorced and I have 2 kids a girl of 18 and a boy of 20 we live in Santa Clara ca. The first family I worked with, nearly 20 years ago, had both twins and triplets! After that I worked with a family in Mountain View from the time their children were newborns until they were 12 years old....

Care Member says "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...

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Experienced Care Provider, Special Needs

Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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,...

Lee B. says "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...

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Enjoyable, Patient, And Caring

Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
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...

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

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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
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 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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Menlo Park, CA

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$40/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
Hi there!! I am a loving and patient person that loves to engage with children and support their learning development by playing!! I am a mother of three beautiful boys 14, 13 and 8 years old. I can offer my own experiences as a mother to support your family needs. I worked for the East Palo Alto District as a para educator,...
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Love-Respect-Loyalty

Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
mobility assistance
Love- Respect-Loyalty I like caring for seniors because I find fulfillment in providing care for elderly and individuals with special needs. I'm looking for a job that I would be able to apply my experiences and skills into good use. I started caring for seniors for over 30 years now. In my spare time, I like to do...
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Sunnyvale, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi There! A bit of myself, I'm A Mother of two, 22 and 25 years old. I'm caring for Person with Disabilities for almost 20 years now. I worked in Day A Program, A Group Home, and in A Supported Living. Currently, I'm with this person for almost 17 years now with my family, We treat her Like Part of our Family. I'm looking for...
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Special Needs And Care Giving

Redwood City, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Hello, I am reaching out to express my interest in leveraging my extensive experience in providing care for elderly individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, and various other conditions. With over 10 years of hands-on experience, including 8 years in a memory care facility, I have honed my skills in caring for...
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Childcare, Senior Care, Pet Care And More.

Newark, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Domestic Support Professional Nanny (live-in optional) all domestic labor, housekeeping, childcare, pet care, and personal assistant - month to month agreements only. 20 + years experience. Organized, friendly, compassionate, respectful, and dutiful supportive caregiver. Experience with autism, elderly and special needs. May be...
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Redwood City, CA

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$33/hr
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! I have worked with kids 5+ years and gained first hand experience with my own 3yr old who's special needs.
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I Love To Help And Willing To Be Train In What Ever Aspects And Needs Of The Clients.

Sunnyvale, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have a 3 year's experienced in taking care of special needs. I am a loving person and love to spend time helping people. Just let me know the needs of the client and I am willing to help as much as I can. Hope to work with you. Stay safe!
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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.

Doha R.

Doha helped us for a week take care of our 9 month old son, who was dealing with a pretty tough cold at the time. Doha was very caring and...

- John D.

Claudia O.

Claudia was our full-time nanny for both kids in their baby/toddler phases. The kids loved her because she was kind, patient, creative...

- Care member

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