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60 special needs child care are listed in Berkeley, CA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years
Special needs child care in Berkeley, CA
Kelly W.
Alameda, CA
$35-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Of All Abilities Looking For Part-time Work.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had over 15 years experience working with kids of all abilities and all ages. I've worked both in homes and in schools and love what I do.
Alesia M.
Oakland, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Career Nanny Available For Compassionate Care
5.0
(1)
With 20 years of experience caring for children with special needs, I bring a wealth of knowledge, patience, and understanding to every caregiving situation. Whether your child has developmental delays, physical disabilities, sensory processing disorders, autism spectrum disorder, or other special needs, I am committed to...
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly skilled special needs child caretaker, Paraprofessional and Doula. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I am passionate about supporting people to thrive. I have extensive experience across the life cycle serving toddlers; school aged...
5.0
"We hired Rose for a two-week, temporary assignment to assist my wife, who is a wheelchair user. Rose was fantastic. She was dependable, always on time (or early), and was friendly and kind. Within a day, the three of us had a great rapport. Rose assisted my wife...
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5.0
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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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5.0
(1)
Hello I have a deep passion to care for your loved one with special needs, I am honest, reliable trustworthy and patient.
Cristal D.
Richmond, CA
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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...
Bonnie B.
Alameda, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have personal and professional experience with children who have special needs. My son has special needs and I assist families navigate the IEP process currently. I also have a masters degree in psychology and have worked my entire career with special needs people of all ages. I have worked in all settings from inpatient,...
Lakeisha S.
Oakland, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a degree in Kinesiology from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete from childhood-18 yrs.) but when I graduated, there was a change of heart. I have most of my experiences as a mother first, to my beautiful...
5.0
"We worked with Lakeisha early in the pandemic as a daily aide for our 4yo son with disabilities. We were so grateful for her assistance and expertise. She is patient, accommodating, knowledgeable and kind. She assisted in both academic study and...
Arielle B.
Yasoda D.
San Pablo, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun and experienced Academic Tutor who has been successfully teaching, tutoring, coaching and mentoring students K-12 since 2003. I teach core subjects like Math, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts as well essential study skills, executive functioning skills and work habits that are prerequisites for success in...
5.0
"Atusa is amazing. She has been working with my 5th grader for the past 6 months. He struggles with executive function & organizational skills as well as ADHD and she helps him with his homework while teaching him strategies to manage his work and keep himself...
Kristen M.
Jenipher T.
San Pablo, CA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Family am CNA. am working in Neurological Behavior Facility. I will be happy to save your family. I have 20 years experience with special needs. On the bright side I like cooking and Housekeeping.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a dedicated child care provider with a special focus on special needs children, I bring a wealth of experience, compassion, and understanding to my work. I am passionate about supporting children with diverse abilities and creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where all children can thrive.
I have extensive...
Sarah M can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Compassionate, analytical, and enthusiastic, my approach to life is guided by empathy and understanding. Currently enrolled in a graduate program for Masters in moderate to severe disabilities, I am dedicated to furthering my knowledge and skills in special education. Next school year, I will transition into the role of a...
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
As an educator, I have worked with students with behavioral disorders, worked as an itinerant paraeducator with a student with cerebral palsy, and been a communication partner for a nonverbal autistic adult. I love working with people. I love the diversity of humanity, that everyone has different needs. I'm happy to work with...
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...
I have previously worked in a hospital for the mentally ill with war brain damage and for autistic children
Hi my name is Jahari M. I am a Doctor of Occupational Therapy student at Samuel Merritt University. I have 7 years of experience working with children to young adults, with or without disabilities/limitations. I am comfortable with using adaptive equipment, using my OT and rehabilitative background with my clients, and engaging...
Hello Families,
I am available for babysitting or academic support! I have experience with special needs in both school and home setting. I have experience working with kids of all needs. If your child needs academic support, I can provide scaffolds to help them access curriculum. I have a master's degree in special education...
Tanya A.
Martinez, CA
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have over a year experience working with children of various ages who have autism. I implemented behavior plans by decreasing maladaptive behavior while increasing socially acceptable behaviors. I took data in all observable behavior to show progress. I have two children of my own and volunteered for five years at their...
Experienced Special needs Nanny (ASD, ADHD, Apraxia, Non-verbal, SPD, Allergies) Available FT/PT. Formerly worked as a Respite care taker for ASD boy with Apraxia, and non-verbal.
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Berkeley, CA
Rose L.
5.0
I am grateful to have found Rose. She takes very good care of my child and also cares for us all as a family. For example, as first time parents we were very nervous about allowing someone to take care of our child and she was very sensitive to that. My wife continues to nurse and Rose has had no...
- Care member
Candy R.
5.0
Candy was able to connect with my child easily. She is able to see when a behavior is about to begin and provided helpful advice after I saw her calm down my son very quickly. She’s very pleasant to work with as well.
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Lakeisha S.
4.0
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 him and quickly form trusted and supporting bond. She is trustworthy and she became part of the fabric of our home life and outside activities for...
- Donald W.
Atusa A.
5.0
Atusa is amazing. She has been working with my 5th grader for the past 6 months. He struggles with executive function & organizational skills as well as ADHD and she helps him with his homework while teaching him strategies to manage his work and keep himself focussed.
She is extremely patient...
- Kristen M.
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Ratings for Berkeley, CA special needs child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Child Care in Berkeley, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care.