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

60 special needs child care are listed in Berkeley, CA

The average posted rate is $27/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years

Special needs child care in Berkeley, CA

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Kristine L.


Berkeley, CA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"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!"

Trish O.

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Rolando P.


Berkeley, CA

$23-45/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced In Special Needs CGiver

Existing patient has a Cerebral Palsy condition, 39 yrs old and working live in Oakland, 3 days in a week. Willing to travel San Fo area as I live now in Berkeley. I have experienced as well dealing with Cerebral palsy patient
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Alexis R.


Berkeley, CA

$19-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Para educator Looking For Summer Work

I currently serve special-needs students as a para-educator, where I've learned to demonstrate patience and enthusiasm. I have experience with wheelchairs, equipment, medical procedures, severe behaviors, etc. Additional experience includes orchestrating and conducting school tours at local farms, leading festive games and...
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Claudia R.


Berkeley, CA

$30-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part Time Assistance

My name is Claudia R, my experience with patients with special needs and some disorders could help in taking care of your Loved one. Graduated in Psychology, I worked for non profit organizations, volunteered for elderly communities in memory care and foundation for assisting newborns and young children with multiple...
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Joysce R.


Berkeley, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am the perfect candidate for this job because I grew up with special needs in my family in addition 10 plus years of experience. I am very passionate, caring, loving and patient which I consider a very important characteristic and attribute in this field, in addition working in hospitals, elder care, public schools,...
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Haley C.


Berkeley, CA

$30-40/hr • 4 yrs exp

I'm a patient, loving and attentive person. I strive to make every experience as comfortable and enjoyable as possible even in the most difficult of circumstances. Over the years I have gained various experience in caring for people with disabilities, and those people has special needs and hope to make your loved ones experience...
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Abigail C.


Berkeley, CA

$19-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have about a year of experience caring for a differently abled individual. I cared for a teen with extremely severe cerebral palsy and cognitive disabilities.
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Neda K.


Berkeley, CA

$40-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am a Berkeley psychology graduate. I have about 3 years of experience with childcare and tutoring. Most of the kids I worked with were between 3-7 years old. I am interested in caring, motivating and tutoring school age kids and teenagers. Being part of kids development is a rewarding and motivating experience. I put lots of...
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Reina Y.


Berkeley, CA

$19/hr • 8 yrs exp

I would be happy to help those with special needs.
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Isabel A.


Berkeley, CA

$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

I am passionate about providing help to high support needs individuals because my most important value is that everyone deserves the help that they need. I have made it a goal to be the best I can at providing that help through helping with cooking, household chores, and daily tasks and goals. I have adhd myself and four family...
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Anna Z.


Berkeley, CA

$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I've worked with special needs children in different modalities such as movement and after school programs. I have experience working with children on the autism spectrum, cerebral palsy and Down's syndrome from ages 3-19.
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Leslie W.


Pinole, CA

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Senoir Caregiver

My name is Leslie and I've been a senior care provider for the last 9 years Here are a few of my qualities! I'm loyal to my seniors and families I give 150% on the job I'm known for generous heart I'm great listener I cook low sodium, healthy meals I'm born and raised in the Bay Area, I know my way around I'm happily...
5.0
"Leslie was fantastic. She was professional, warm, personable, and flexible. It was a real joy to work with her. Highly recommended."

Patricia M.

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Rae C.


Oakland, CA

$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care/Nanny/Special Needs Care/Tutoring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a creative, fun, animal-friendly, active, vaccinated, and degreed educator with over 20 years of teaching experience, and four plus years of professional nanny experience. I have been with my current family since March of 2019, taking care of two girls who were 20 months and 3 years old respectively when I started. I live...
Rae can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rae has been our nanny since March of 2019. She is raising our 2 daughters and is integral to our family. When she started with us our older daughter was a little over three years old, and our younger was 19 months old. Rae is punctual, dependable, creative, kind,...

Diksha D.

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Jordyn B.


Oakland, CA

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. In this role I collect data, ensure client care, follow behavior reduction protocols, report to families/caregivers, and maintain client confidentiality.
5.0
"Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported...

Miriam P.

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Kyra F.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caregiver/babysitter/child Educator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a current medical student with 8 years of experience working in childcare looking for jobs during my winter break. I am skilled in neurodiversity affirming care for kids and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
5.0
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Kyra's large family for over a decade. I was so excited when she started babysitting for us as I knew how great she is with young kids. My kids adore Kyra and I love knowing they will be taken good care of while she is with them....

Kasi C.

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Josiane P.


Lafayette, CA

$20-30/hr

Caregiver

Hi, my name is Josiane and I am a caring, patient loving person and have recommendations inside and outside the country!
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Arianna Q.


Oakland, CA

$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

ABA Therapist Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum disorder. I worked as a Behavioral Interventionist for a total of 2 years. We used methods of Applied Behavior Analysis to change non preferred behaviors.
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Jocelyn C.


Oakland, CA

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs

3.0

(1)

Parents, if you are looking for a teacher/childcare provider to provide quality care & education for your kids, you landed in the right place. I am here to partner with you to raise your children! I have associate degrees in child development & childhood education, and certifications in infant & toddler specialist, and...
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Wren E.


Oakland, CA

$30-45/hr • 3 yrs exp

Willing To Adjust To Your Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Recent special needs child care reviews in Berkeley, CA

Kristine L.

5.0

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!

- Trish O.

Leslie W.

5.0

Leslie was fantastic. She was professional, warm, personable, and flexible. It was a real joy to work with her. Highly recommended.

- Patricia M.

Rae C.

5.0

She is a teacher by profession and is very good at teaching things to children - life skills and academics. She is amazing with toddlers especially. Very patient.

- Care member

Jordyn B.

5.0

Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported him outside of school. Somehow she...

- Miriam P.

Kyra F.

5.0

Kyra is a wonderful caretaker. I have two kids (9 and 6) and they both loved her and asked for her the next time my husband and I went out! She is friendly and very responsible.

- Lucy B.

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