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Find special needs child care in American Canyon, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs child care are listed in American Canyon, CA

The average posted rate is $26/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 4 years

Special needs child care in American Canyon, CA

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Fiona C.


Napa, CA

$21-26/hr

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I have years of experience with children. I also have experience walking dogs, house sitting and other household jobs. I am CPR trained. I am a student at uc Berkeley and 19. I have been taking care of animals my whole life. I have been taking care of my older brother with autism for years now.
Hi, I'm Vanessa! I'm CPR certified, compassionate, and love bringing a positive vibe to my work. I'm here to support with daily tasks, provide companionship, and ensure a caring, comfortable environment. Looking forward to making a difference in someone's day!
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Nicole P.


Vallejo, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Patient, Loving Care Giver

I have a 19-year-old son on the spectrum. Raising him has been a blessing. We have been through many many special needs program along with physical and speech therapies. My younger son has auditory processing issues. I fee I am a veteran to to special needs arena. I was the daycare in Benicia that would welcome special needs...
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Anika F.


Vallejo, CA

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

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Special needs assistant for middle school and high school ages for 4 years. I know basic ASL (will come back to me the more I practice) willing to help with light house work, park trips, walks, feeding, changing taking to and from school/appointments. Run errands and go grocery shopping.
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Naitesha S.


Vallejo, CA

$25-31/hr5 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Naitesha

Hello, My name is Naitesha. And my passion is working with individuals who have different developmental issues and adding some joy to their life by bringing my bright smile and personal touch to their life! I have experience working in the mental health hospital and in-home care for individuals severe developmental delays and...

Catherine G.


Benicia, CA

$30-32/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need & Childcare Provider

4.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I am Catherine I'm 31 years I'm a mom of a beautiful 6 years old girl she's starting first grade soon. I'm very flexible . Over Night shift newborn and day shift and toddler experience I am a high school Grad and I am still studying childhood education major online I'm CPR & First aid Certificated as well I have...
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Catherine is great with my LO. She plays music for her, great at meal prep and feeding, plays outdoor activities, dances with her, art & crafts and helps with bathing. She also helps with light housework like dishes and laundry. My LO loves seeing her on the days...

Arlene B.

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Kathleen K.


Vallejo, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider With Mental Health, Developmentally Challenged And Substance Abuse Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kathy, I have worked with borderline, schizophrenic, bipolar, schizo-affective, depression, anxiety d/o Attention Deficit, and other neurodivergent individuals. I have 7 years of experience, including hospital settings. I am very patient , kind, professional, a self-starter. and possess a Bachelors degree in...
5.0
"Kathy really went the extra mile for me. She did all of the little things I would have wanted (but which were not necessarily expected), such as a phone call while negotiating the job and a confirmation text the day before work was to begin, almost as though she...

Harmony M.

Nokomis E.


Vallejo, CA

$19-24/hr7 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Nokomis . I have over 12 years experience in caregiving . I have worked with children on the spectrum. Both verbal and nonverbal. I enjoy teaching and reaching goals with clients. I worked for ABC in Sonoma County for 5 years. I feel very blessed for that opportunity. I have also had private clients as well. I...

Kelly B.


Vallejo, CA

$26-38/hr5 yrs exp

I have 5 years experience working with individuals with special needs in home, clinical and school settings. I believe in cultivating positive relationships with those I work with to better support them however I can. In the past, I have worked with children ages 2 onwards as well as adults with various diagnoses like Autism,...
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Kim H.


Petaluma, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver - Children, Adults, Special Needs, Animals

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a parent of three children, including twins, and a grandparent of five under eight years. My experience includes vestibular and proprioceptive issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and visual impairment. I believe in championing all in my care, empowering them, and ensuring their personal needs are honored and met. A certified...
Kim can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kim has been wonderful with our toddler and is a lovely person in general. She even tidies up and shows genuine affection to our dog. Punctual, dependable, and she stayed late without hesitation when I broke the water main and had to scramble around before dark. I...

Justin G.

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Stacy O.


Fairfield, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver Who Also Works With Special Needs Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a college educated (grad 2008) and ex collegiate athlete with 20 years of caregiver experience. Over the 20 years, my caregiving services include teaching and caring for young child, youth and special needs specific kids. I have worked in several childcare centers, have babysat/nannied/been a domestic personal assistant,...
Stacy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We have two sweet kids; a daughter age 8 and a son age 12. We needed a last-minute, part-time caregiver for our special-needs son and typically,developing daughter. Many transitions were happening in our lives and this was a stressful time. We were looking for...

Julie N.

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Val Henry A.


Fairfield, CA

$25-41/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With Extensive Experience Working With Special Needs Patients

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have more than 10 years of experience working as a caregiver. I have worked in a family home settings, supported living setting, and residential facilities. I can work live-in or live-out. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Dressing Assistance. I can also provide activities based from the patient's preference. I am...
5.0
"Val is very dependable, caring, and reliable. He easy to communicate with and able to make special arrangements when needed. He has managed to make caring for my two son look easy. He is always on time and great to work with."

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Karen R.


Martinez, CA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver Looking To Help Families In Need Of Quality Care For All Ages.

I am a licensed childcare provider for over 30 years. I have experience with diabetes care, insulin shots and blood sugar monitoring. Also experienced in mental health issues and senior care.
5.0
"I have the opportunity to know Karen for over 30 years. In my years of knowing her she has been the best caregiver of my children and others children. She has a sense of the child and anticipates their needs fully. She is very professional, knowledgeable and...

Paula R.

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Yasoda D.


San Pablo, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with intellectual disable person for 6 months in george miller center. Currently I work for marin county school of education for special children
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Sierra L.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$24-25/hr4 yrs exp

I am currently a Respite Caregiver for children with special needs! I have experience working with and caring for children and teens on the Autism spectrum, who have Down Syndrome, ADHD, and more. I've also cared for children who are nonverbal. I work with children who require extra attention and support, and I understand it can...
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Olivia C.


San Rafael, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Homeschool Teacher, Special Needs Aid, Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 13 years of experience working with children, infants - 8 years. I recently moved back to San Rafael from Hawaii. I worked as a homeschool teacher in Marin for a group of kindergarteners during Covid and in Hawaii ran an arts and nature-based camp. Before this I was a Montessori teacher. I have taken courses...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Judy R.


Rodeo, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Education Specialist Seeking Work With Individuals With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in the field of special education for 13 years. I hold a Masters Degree in Special Education and an Education Specialist Credential. I have experience working with students with developmental differences 1:1, as a paraprofessional, and as a lead teacher. I have worked in preschool, elementary, middle, high school,...
5.0
"Judy made a great connection with our son. She worked to find common ground and bonded over similar interests. Receptive to our rules to provide consistency, showed good insight into his special needs and made the time with him fun."

Kence A.

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Cristal D.


Richmond, CA

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am passionate about helping others, I sense there is a need for us to spread love to anyone we encounter with. Working with those of special needs opens up my eyes and brings in meaning to my life and purpose here. I am here to learn and give my best to those in need of support. We all need an extra helping hand and its always...
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Candy R.


El Sobrante, CA

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

My name is Candy R. I am a Registered Behavior Technician. I've been in the field since 2015. I hold an A. A. in Psychology and Liberal Arts in Social Behavior Sciences. I am attending school online through Purdue Global finishing my B. S. in Psychology in Applied Behavior Analysis. I anticipate to graduate by May 2023. I've...
5.0
"Candy is very responsible, caring and fun! Really good at following directions, goes above and beyond what is asked of her. I highly recommend!!"

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Alexander Z.


Concord, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

How are you? My name is Alexander. I am a male caregiver. I have been a caregiver for 19 years. I worked with Quadriplegic, paraplegic , hemiplegic, dementia, deaf, D. D, M. S, ALS, Autism, a guy with no arms and to name few. I have done bowel program, catheter, transfer, personal care, wound skin care, medication reminder,...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in American Canyon, CA

Catherine G.

5.0

Catherine is great with my LO. She plays music for her, great at meal prep and feeding, plays outdoor activities, dances with her, art & crafts and helps with bathing. She also helps with light housework like dishes and laundry. My LO loves seeing her on the days she works. We are very happy to have...

- Arlene B.

Kathleen K.

5.0

Kathy really went the extra mile for me. She did all of the little things I would have wanted (but which were not necessarily expected), such as a phone call while negotiating the job and a confirmation text the day before work was to begin, almost as though she were reading my mind. And of course,...

- Harmony M.

Kim H.

5.0

Kim has been wonderful with our toddler and is a lovely person in general. She even tidies up and shows genuine affection to our dog. Punctual, dependable, and she stayed late without hesitation when I broke the water main and had to scramble around before dark. I trust her completely and recommend...

- Justin G.

Stacy O.

5.0

I interviewed Stacy recently and found her to be extremely professional. She not only texted when she was running ten minutes behind, she also called me. And, she was only late because she was kind enough to change her schedule for us last minute, and also the long distance she drove to meet us. We...

- Natasha V.

Val Henry A.

5.0

Val is very dependable, caring, and reliable. He easy to communicate with and able to make special arrangements when needed. He has managed to make caring for my two son look easy. He is always on time and great to work with.

- Care member

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