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Lorelei S.

Stanford, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 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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Special Needs Consultant/Educator/Teacher

Cupertino, CA

4.6(1)
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$65/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 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
Meal prep
craft assistance
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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$39/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a hard working and energetic 34-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...

Darren F. says "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...

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Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
Fostering a child's growth and development is my true passion, and I have dedicated the last 10 years to providing nurturing, high-quality care. My approach is defined by a calm, patient demeanor, ensuring your child feels supported and secure throughout the day. I hold a graduate degree, which informs my ability to facilitate...

Alex F. says "We hired Emilie around when our son was 6 month old, up until when he went to Daycare at 13 months old. She's very caring, and our son loves her. She's been...

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Two Years Of Work Experience

Palo Alto, CA

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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.
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Menlo Park, CA

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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Fostering a child's growth and development is my true passion, fueled by 10 years of rewarding experience in childcare. I hold a college degree with coursework in Early Child Development, which informs my patient and calm approach to care. I am fully certified in CPR Training and First Aid. My background includes working with...
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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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Sunnyvale, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 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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Palo Alto, CA

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$11/hr
20 years experience
Hello! My name is Anna. I am a Special Education teacher and a "teacher nanny" looking for a one-on-one position in the Palo Alto / San Francisco Peninsula area. I deeply love children and am passionate about meeting their individual needs. I have 24 years of experience working with children, and I would especially love to work...
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Strong Back, Warm Heart, Kind Smile

Palo Alto, CA

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
respite care
home modification
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as kind, gentle, and compassionate I like caring for seniors because everyone deserves to be treated with respect, kindness, and empathy I'm looking for a job that gives me a sense of contributing to the happiness, safety, and well-being of others in need in my community I started caring for...
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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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Sunnyvale, CA

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$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
I have 5 years experience with paid child care. I owned my own family daycare for 3 years when my daughter was a toddler. I took care of 6 children at a time. I believe that common sense is very important when taking care of children. I was a School bus driver for special education children of different ages for 21 years. I...
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Sunnyvale, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello, I'm Supriya and l live in Sunnyvale! I am also a Registered Behavior Technicolor and I provide ABA services. Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands across all age...
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Mountain View, CA

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$35/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I'm Juliya and I genuinely love working with children. I'm currently a postdoctoral fellow at the Stanford Autism Center and I also have experience as an executive functioning coach for school aged students. I was previously an elementary school teacher and have spent year supporting chilling with a range of abilities and...
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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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Experienced & Compassionate Live-In Senior Caregiver (Relocation Ready)

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
15 years experience
Respite care
transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, intentional, and grounded. I like caring for seniors because it allows me to offer dignity, companionship, and stability to those who need it most - and that aligns deeply with my values of empathy, presence, and purpose. I'm looking for a job that allows me to provide...
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Redwood City, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
Hello, my name is Samantha, better known as Sammy and I am 25 years old. I have earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. I was a Para 1 educator at a local public high school. I am very responsible, reliable, creative, active, and love children. I have babysat a wide age-range of children from newborns to 12-year-olds. I...
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Special Needs Caregivers in Stanford, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jennifer L.

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

- Care member

Meigs C.

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...

- Danny J.

Melissa P.

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...

- Darren F.

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