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The Josue Family
The Josue Family
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Presently, we are looking for a full-time, live-in, care professional to join our family. The ideal candidate would have prior experience working as a live-in care professional, caring for two or more children at the same time, and have experience working with neurodiverse children, such as children with high-functioning autism and ADD.
We are looking for a care professional who:
Loves kids
Can help us run our household and keep things running smoothly for the kids.
Is energetic and fun, with a good sense of humor
Is patient, caring, empathetic
Has some previous experience working with young kids with high-functioning autism, attention issues, behavior challenges (strong willed, defiant, inattentive), and with patience and care, motivate the child and de-escalate conflict
Is responsible and organized
Has a driver’s license and proven record of responsible driving
Is someone who does not mind helping with family assistant tasks like shopping, tidying up after the kids, and doing laundry
A detailed list of responsibilities is below, but the big ones include facilitating the children's morning and bedtime routines, providing care and supervision of the children when they are sick and cannot go to school or daycare, driving the kids to/from school, daycare, appointments/therapies, playdates, related events/activities, meal prep, tidying, supervising play as necessary and playing with the kids, taking them to the park/playgrounds, and helping the oldest child integrate skills learned in his therapies.
Detailed list of responsibilities:
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How to Find a Special Needs Nanny Job in Hayward,CA
Start by creating your profile so that families can quickly learn about you. Once your profile highlights your skills and personality, you can message families to find the right nanny job for you.
What is a Special Needs Nanny Job in Hayward,CA
A special needs nanny focuses on caring for children with special needs. You’ll be responsible for creating individualized care and activities that combine both consistency and stimulation. The family you’re caring for will have schedules and preferences to share with you to ensure that their child receives the best care possible.
Preparing for a Special Needs Nanny Job Interview in Hayward,CA
Once you start connecting with prospective employers, the next step is a special needs nanny job interview. Here is a list of some infant nanny interview questions to prepare for:
- What is your specific experience with this diagnosis?
- Can you tell us about your experiences with children with special needs?
- Do you have any special training in Hayward,CA?
- What would you do if an emergency arises?
- How strictly do you usually follow a schedule with children with special needs?
At this stage, you should come prepared with references from past special needs nanny jobs. It is a great opportunity to see how you fit in with the family and ask any questions about the responsibilities or compensation. To ensure everyone has a shared understanding of the role and responsibilities; we recommend asking for a job offer or a nanny contract.