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Cassandra W.

Part-time Special Needs Helper :)

Lafayette, CA

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$40/hr
3 years experience
My older sister has developmental disabilities and I've always felt good about offering support to those with special needs. I have experience especially with young adults and children with special needs and have worked one on one and in special needs classrooms as a volunteer and assistant and at social and sporting events. I'm...
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Lafayette, CA

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$15/hr
I am a very big sports fan and I love talking to people. I worked with people for 10 years with all ages. I work with special needs adults now
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Wellness Caregiver

Lafayette, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Mother of two adult children BSW (bachelors social work) Worked with several populations including: Elderly Autistic Special needs All age ranges Nurses aide in nursing home Caregiver Hospice Volunteer Death Doula
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Special Need Caregiver

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Oakland, CA

4.5(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a Kinesiology degree from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete my whole childhood) but when I graduated, plans changed. I have most of my experiences as a mother, to (beautiful 18 yr. old daughter)...

Donald W. says "Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my son engaged...

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I Was A Pediatrician In My Home Country,

Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
I have more than 20 years experience with kids and worked with special needs, I have written some books about child development and speech problems that help me in dealing with these kinds of children.

Fara F. says "Roya is very professional and knowledgeable. She's very kind and caring person ."

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Care Giver Available Part-time

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am experienced in taking care of the Youth, Teen, Adult, and Elderly. I have also worked with Autism persons. I ve assisted in their medication in take, personal hygene, meal prep and errands. I also can speak spanish and teach children the language.

Care Member says "I got to know Diane over 10 months providing me (34 yo, male grad student) with personal care in the morning. She was reliable, even in times of the...

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I Have Experience in California In Care for Babies and Kids and Adult

Danville, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi my name is Alma. I have 7 years of experience in care, babies and kids. I have one girl 6 years, I love babies and kids, I have good references. I have experience in adult 65+ .

Bridgette B. says "Alma worked with us caring for our three children. She was caring and sensitive as well as willing to learn about our autistic sons needs. We have twin...

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Experienced With Special Needs

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, My name is Eleanor. I'm currently a Behavioral Therapist for children diagnosed with Autism. I grew up with a disabled sister with cerebral palsy and with a god son that was diagnosed with Autism. I currently work with children and teach through play. A lot of singing and dancing, counting, and sensory play (play dough,...

Aundria G. says "I hired Eleanor to care for my son with profound special needs. He is 16, but more like a 4 year old. Eleanor was caring, playful, understood the...

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Willing To Adjust To Your Needs

Oakland, CA

4.0(0)
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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with people with special needs in almost every job I have had - I have no problem adjusting my style towards your needs - or learning new skills that would help you out!
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Richard P.

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Darwin M. says "Richard was very insightful when it came to the care of my son."

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Nanny/Caregiver

Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi Families! I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience supporting children of all ages, including those with special needs. I focus on creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment while supporting each child's individual growth and development. I currently work as a Paraprofessional in an elementary...

Jon R. says "i got to know Pheng and one of her clients' kids with special needs when encountering them on dog walks. The kid is amazing, but in the wrong, untrained,...

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Teacher In Different Subjects

El Cerrito, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a experienced teacher and I have worked with students with different skills. In my years of teaching I have had students with different disorders so I have the knowledge about it and I have implemented strategies that help students to achieve their educational progress.

Claire M. says "Aline was a terrific in classroom aide for our son. Punctual, professional, a great communicator, observant, diplomatic and her teaching skills really...

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Fun-Loving Special Needs Nanny

Pleasant Hill, CA

3.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi, I am a very loving, caring, fun and silly mom. I have three wonderful children in college that I am very proud of. I am 51 years old and I have always loved kids, I'm just a natural. I am very reliable and very responsible. I am very silly but firm with a lot of love. I have been watching kids for over 35 years and special...

Suchitra S. says "Kyo has been with my child for the past 2 yrs. She's like our family and my son bonds with her. That's what we really need and they both explore a...

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Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I worked for 14 years at the Disabled Students Program at UC Berkeley doing electric and manual wheelchair repair as well as fabricating adaptive aids. Something I discovered about myself: I'm handy and creative but more than anything, I love working with people. I have also worked with mentally disabled adults on Cape Cod and...

Trish O. says "Kristine did an excellent job packing up my daughter's storage unit and shipping her items home. She was very kind and did a great job!"

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Experienced Nanny | CNA Certified | Special Needs Care

Concord, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Caring for children has always been my passion, and I truly believe in helping kids and families thrive. Over the past three years, I've gained experience working with children of all ages, including infants, children with special needs, and little ones with specific medical needs. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with a...
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Special Needs Caregiver | LVN | Medically Complex Care

Concord, CA

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$40/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Clarissa. I am a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with five years of hands-on experience as a caregiver working with individuals with special needs, ranging in age from 3 to 67 years old. My caregiving experience includes three years with two years working directly with families who needed extra support in the...
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Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hello my name is Rickia I'm 23 years old I live in Oakland ca currently in school to get my degree in psychology I have been a Rbt for about 2 years I have worked with children as young as 5 and adults as old as 45 I have worked in school setting as well as inhome I have worked with those use the talker and those who were in the...
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Walnut Creek, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Hi, I'm Jeanelle. Graduated nursing school last year and I've been a caregiver for 6+ years. I'm offering child care and senior care. I'm very outgoing, funny and honest. I love doing Pilates on my free time
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Part-time Caregiver/Special Education

Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
I have been working in education and childcare for over 7 years- in that time, I've gotten to know and learn from youth of many different backgrounds, temperaments, and abilities. I have been training in and studying disability-informed education for 3 years and have been working in special education for 1 year. While I have...
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Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Lafayette, CA

Special Needs Child Care in Lafayette, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Deisi C.

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...

- Care member

Lakeisha S.

Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my...

- Donald W.

Roya S.

Roya is very professional and knowledgeable. She's very kind and caring person .

- Fara F.

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