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Nanny Yenny
Nanny Yenny
Highland Terrace
$30/hr
Full-time
8 years experience
A little bit about me
Hola, soy Yenny 😊. Tengo 29 años y vivo en Oakland. Mi idioma nativo es el español. Cuento con 8 años de experiencia cuidando niños de todas las edades, desde recién nacidos hasta los 10 años. Me apasiona trabajar con niños; soy una persona cariñosa, paciente, responsable y siempre atenta a sus necesidades. Me gusta crear un ambiente seguro, divertido y lleno de confianza para que los niños se sientan cómodos y felices. Actualmente estoy disponible y con mucho gusto puedo proporcionar referencias. Además, cuento con certificación de RPS y Primeros Auxilios
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"Yenny was wholeheartedly, She has been an incredible support to our family reliable, caring, and genuinely attentive. From day one, she created a safe, loving, and positive environment, always going above and beyond to make sure my child felt happy and secure.
Her patience, warmth, and natural connection with children truly stand out. She is responsible, trustworthy, and communicates clearly, which gave me complete peace of mind at all times.
I honestly can’t recommend her enough any family would be lucky to have her."
- Omar Ezekiel
Nanny Jayna Fay
Nanny Jayna Fay
Golden Gate
$35/hr
Full-time
Part-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
Experienced childcare provider with a long-standing background in private family care, early
childhood support, and household organization. Known for creating calm, structured environments
and building strong, trusting relationships with both children and parents. Brings hands-on
experience caring for infants through school-age children, with a focus on safety, routines, and
dependable care. Recently returned to California and actively working with children through swim
instruction while seeking a long-term nanny position.
childhood support, and household organization. Known for creating calm, structured environments
and building strong, trusting relationships with both children and parents. Brings hands-on
experience caring for infants through school-age children, with a focus on safety, routines, and
dependable care. Recently returned to California and actively working with children through swim
instruction while seeking a long-term nanny position.
Have experience working with
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Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
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Recent reference
"I'd recommend Jayna without hesitation.
She looked after our daughter, and Ella clearly had a good time with her. She's warm, engaged, and easy to trust with a toddler.
What stood out most was how accommodating she was and how she goes beyond the basics. Rather than just keeping an eye on Ella, she added value to the role in a way that made us feel well taken care of too.
If you're looking for someone reliable, caring, and generous with her time, Jayna is an excellent choice."
- Anaïs
Nanny Alexandria
Nanny Alexandria
Hoover - Foster
$30/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
Hello my name is Alex but everyone calls me Honey. I am a local Nanny with some open availability that may work for your schedule! I have been working with kids as a nanny, teaching aikido, and as an after-school program counselor. I have taken classes for child development, first aid CPR, and child abuse and neglect. Other skills include cooking, light cleaning, singing, ukulele, dancing and visual art. I have a valid CA license and a reliable vehicle.
Right now I am available for full time or part time….Flexible in my availability for random extra hours or date nights as well.
I love comedy and making people smile! I have been told that I have a lot of vibrant energy and I like to share that with the families I work for. I am always looking for a long term connectors the families I work for. I have enjoyed my job working for all kinds of beautiful families and I hope that I can be the best fit for you and your family! Wishing everyone a safe new year
Right now I am available for full time or part time….Flexible in my availability for random extra hours or date nights as well.
I love comedy and making people smile! I have been told that I have a lot of vibrant energy and I like to share that with the families I work for. I am always looking for a long term connectors the families I work for. I have enjoyed my job working for all kinds of beautiful families and I hope that I can be the best fit for you and your family! Wishing everyone a safe new year
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Special Needs
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"“Honey” (Alexandria) is the best! We adore her. She is so fun, always singing, dancing and brings thoughtful toys and activities for the kids based on their interests. She is very reliable, always on time and follows schedules well. It’s clear that she is truly enjoying her time as a babysitter and it’s not just a job for her. I was forced to choose an end date for this review but hopefully we can continue to use her for many years to come!"
- Joelle
Nanny Adela
Nanny Adela
Maxwell Park
$17/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
Hi I am Adela Ramos I am nanny, or nanny share for more than 12 years,I love being a babysitter because the love of child is very true, I dedicated my self to playing, singing hugging,reading taking, care of giving them love and teachings according to their age,I facilitate the work of parents,I speak Spanish and I am proudly Salvadoran, my dedication and commitment in all basic matters of the babies has brought me here. Having great references and gaining the trust of the families, I have worked for I have CPR vaccination a drivers license, I also prepared meals for the babies according to their age, I can work at home or go for walk the neighborhood,park, bookstore, or if you prefer I can pick up your child and take care of him in my house that has security measures for children and return them at the time indicated by their parents, I have my own car that serves for 4 children, car seat in excellent condition and health, I hope to be a nice nanny for families who want my services !!
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"Adela was an amazing childcare provider and really loved our daughter. She was punctual, clean, and communicative about the babies. She also washed dishes and tidied up around the house, which was a huge help!"
- Dusty
Nanny Joia
Nanny Joia
Prescott
$30/hr
Full-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
I have been providing quality childcare to families of children ages newborn to 11 years old for 13 years. I am a Maryland State Certified Family Home Childcare Provider. I worked in the public school system in an early childhood education classroom setting for more than 5 years. Teaching Early literacy and basic social skills is what makes my childcare experience stand out from the rest.
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Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Recent reference
"Joia is a wonderful person and an excellent nanny. My children loved spending time with her. She is not just a nanny but also an educator at heart and she kept them both entertained and enriched. She cheered them up when they didn’t want to leave Mama’s side, made them laugh, and was loving but firm and consistent with discipline. She is a good communicator, honest, transparent, and down to earth. I would not hesitate to recommend her."
- Neela Ghoshal
Nanny Leova
Nanny Leova
Arroyo Viejo
$25/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
My name is Leova Cuevas I am 52 years old women, I am currently working at Lighthouse Community Public School, I had been working there for 14 years, that school attend kids from k-12, I am head kitchen server. I speak Spanish, and English too, I have a CPR certificate, TB test, and food safety certificate. I mother of two boys are in college now. I like to play with the kids, and walk a lot, I can drive them to some activities. I love nature and hear music, read a good book.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Recent reference
"I ofelia González..Recommend Mrs.Leova cuevas,who is characterized by being a Kind responsable and punctual person and very profesional in her work asigned by the empleator... "
- Ofelia González
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How to Hire Special Needs Child Care in Oakland,CA
First, you should understand your requirements and preferences for this position and create your special needs nanny job. Then, as you find candidates that you like, you can message them to learn more about them. After you found the right candidate, you can take advantage of Nanny Lane’s services, including background checks, a hiring agent, and nanny payroll.
Common Responsibilities of Special Needs Child Care in Oakland,CA
The roles and responsibilities of a nanny caring for a child with special needs vary from position to position. Special needs nannies have diverse experiences with different needs and abilities. If your child has a consistent schedule or meals that they like to eat, your nanny’s responsibilities can include pick up/drop-off, meal preparation, and any other tasks needed to ensure the children’s well-being. It is essential to take these factors into account when determining how much you should pay a special needs nanny.
Interview Questions for Special Needs Child Care in Oakland,CA
As you start to find your favorite candidates for your special needs nanny position, invite them to a nanny interview. Here’s a list of some nanny interview questions to consider asking:
- What's your experience caring for children with special needs?
- How comfortable are you with following a routine?
- Have you taken any special training?
- Have you ever had an emergency or difficult situation while caring for a child with special needs?
At the end of the interview, if you’d like to move forward with the candidate, you can ask for references to learn more about their experiences.
Contracts for Special Needs Child Care in Oakland,CA
Once you have the right candidate for your special needs nanny job, you should present the candidate a job offer. This stage is an opportunity to foster open communication before they start or a situation arises. After presenting your job offer, facilitate a discussion between your family and your special needs nanny to clarify any confusion. Once you have found an agreement with your special needs nanny, you can document this in a contract.