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166 special needs caregivers are listed in San Francisco, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in San Francisco, CA
Liliana B.
San Francisco, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature And Experienced, With A BA In Special Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working as a nanny, and as a caregiver for adults. I have also cared for children, Pre-K to12th grade and students with disabilities. I have a BA in Special Education.
5.0
(1)
I have 15+ years of caregiver experience. I was caregiver for people with Spinal Cord Injuries and different types of mobility challenges for many years. In the last 7 years I have been the primary caregiver of a marvelous 10-years-old boy with special needs. Since he now is on a program and therapies after school most of the...
5.0
"Cesia is reliable, kind, and careful. She is professional, and a quick learner. I would hire her back anytime!"
Nicole B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with clients of all ages who have ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Behavior challenges, Developmentally challenges, Injured, Disabilities, Visual and Physical impaired. With over 5 year of direct concierge, customer service experience in an office, home office and private home setting. Additionally, I'm honest, self...
5.0
"Naji was such a pleasure to work with! She was always ready to help with extra tasks, had a great attitude, and was extremely communicative. I hope to work with her again and am sure whoever hires her will feel the same way I do!
Thanks for everything, Naji!"
Kelly B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 15 years old and you can say I never really stopped. I have been teaching and tutoring for the past 7 years working with ages ranging from 5 months all the way through 18 years. I have experience working with special needs as well as gifted and talented children. I am also CPR and first aid...
Brandy L.
San Francisco, CA
$20-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a career nanny who went to Cal State East Bay and got my psychology degree I am currently with two nanny agencies looking for a wonderful position and thought I would try care. com. My last experience with care. com, I had my family for five years. I'm looking for a family, assistant/nanny position. I'm trust lined...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Graduation - Social Communication
Master Degrees:
Digital Marketing
Strategic Sales
MASTER DEGREE IN ABA - ( in course).
Certified Expertise
- Professional Care Giver.
- ABA - Applied Behavior Analyst
- Psycho-pedagogy of Autism.
- Instructions and Tips about Autism to parents and Educators.
- Psyco-Nursery.
- Disability...
Annie W.
San Francisco, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, im Annie.
I have worked with children with special needs for 25 years.
I love children. I am 45-year-old ,
Very respectful, , trustworthy, honest, kind, , dependable, energetic , down to earth & outgoing. I love to make ppl laugh and feel special.
I live in Pac Heights and only work in tje city.
5.0
"I can't say enough great things about Annie. I have two special needs children. It takes a lot of patience for one thing. Annie is so patient and gentle. She relates in a different way and because of her skill set and experience she has achieved such positive...
Eve A.
Juliana M.
San Francisco, CA
$19/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children who have special needs like autism, ADHD, and speech problems. I am very interested in the health field and I love working with children.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I have a Master of Science degree in Education. I have a lot of experience with evidence-based practices and interventions in academic, behavior, and social-emotional domains. Likewise, I have experience working with students with disabilities.
I believe in hands-on, engaging learning; kids learn by doing and...
5.0
"Kelly is very diligent, organized and compassionate at everything she does. She is also innovative, strategic and a problem solver. Her follow up and detailed notes were invaluable. I highly recommend her."
Russell B.
5.0
(35)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
I love children and dogs! 20 plus years experience working with children professionally. Educated & trained , college degree in early childhood development /education + special needs. CPR. Worked with children in daycare, preschool-nursery school, kindergarten in Norway for 11 years. I am positive, kind, caring, dependable,...
Annie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Annie is amazing. She is loving, thoughtful, and positive. She is an excellent communicator and organized caregiver. She is flexible and eager to be helpful. She is highly adaptable! We feel truly blessed to have hired Annie. She cared for our 4 month old and 4...
Care member
4.5
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello there parents of Care. com I am an experienced school counselor, teacher and tutor, with a specialty in working with children with special needs. I have been working with children of all ages in a professional capacity since 2006. I started babysitting at the age of 14 and have never really stopped working with children, I...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Allison was great! We just moved to the area and she was extremely dependable we have a 10 month old daughter .and she seemed to have loved Allison. We arrived home after About 5 hours with the baby snuggled up sound asleep and happy. Very grateful for Allison! (:...
Amber D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello Family,
With over a decade in the field of childcare and teaching, I am well versed in cognitive and motor function training techniques, and have the ability to create nutritious meals that meet a variety of different dietary restrictions. With my bright and kind personality, I am able to connect quickly with children,...
Sirirat can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sirirat was a wonderful nanny for our 10 month old daughter. She is very experienced, caring, and we would highly recommend her for any childcare needs you may need."
Molly P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dear Parents,
My name is Christin and I am the second oldest of four children. I would like to offer my child care services to you and your family.
I have always enjoyed working with younger children, and have had many years experience working as a full time nanny for private families as well as working for...
Christin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Christin is amazing. She is self motivated, punctual, and dependable. She immediately bonded with my son and he always had so much fun with her. I would absolutely hire Christin again."
Ashley U.
Aerial H.
San Francisco, CA
$23-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(12)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have been babysitting since the age of 12 after I took a course with Red Cross to become certified . Throughout the years I have done a lot of volunteer work with kids such as boys and girls club, YMCA, Ronald McDonald house and STAAR mentor program. I worked as the supervisor at a childcare center with children from...
Aerial can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Aerial was great to work with! She is responsive, timely, and sweet. I requested she take my 7 week old out for fresh air while I attended my appointment. Baby was happy and well taken care of during her outdoor adventure. Will work with her again!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a childcare provider with 12 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for them to learn and play.
My patience and calm demeanor allow me to handle even the most challenging...
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our wonderful nanny Cindy is amazing. She is patent, and caring and our kids love her so much. She's got experience working as a nanny for 10 years and she spent over 3 years with our family.
Our nanny Cindy is still looking for a full-time family.
What...
Ivana K.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am hoping to do a job part time that's a bit more fulfilling than tech sales, and want a fun way to hang out with kindhearted kiddos and sweet animals without having to pay for any of my own! ;)
I am a honors college graduate from the UW and work in the tech industry. I grew up with 2 dogs and 3 cats and handled...
Daisy can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Daisy helped us with our almost 1 year old for a few weeks before she left for Europe and it was great to find someone available quickly. She's definitely willing to work and has a good availability. She did a great job with our son and followed all directions we...
Jelena S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, open minded, patient and creative person with more than 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've been living in the U. S for over 3 years after finishing my Au Pair program. I am also a graduated Psychologist with plenty of experience working with special needs kids. With me your kids...
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Diana was a fantastic nanny for both my boys for almost 1 year. She is responsible, caring, communicative and punctual. My boys remember her till nowadays. They shared very good moments. She is like family to us now.
I would highly recommend her to anyone who is...
Elisa Y.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Lovely Families!
My name is Emily and I am moving back to San Francisco after two years on the east coast. I am a childcare professional with professional experience in youth mental health research at Northwestern, Stanford, and Harvard, and now I am working remotely at a social media company to connect healthcare providers...
Emily can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily is so funny, charismatic, and empathetic towards my kids. Every time we tell them we are going out for dinner they truly start to glow. She is always on time, creative, smart, and a pleasure to have around."
Patty B.
Madison W.
San Francisco, CA
$32-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Former preschool teacher and have 2 years exp. as a Behavioral Therapist for Special Needs Children
8 yrs exp. as Nanny
College Degree in Psychology
I have experience with children of all ages from infants to teens and I believe I am an amazing caregiver! I will love your kids like I love my own family
I have training as a...
Madison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Madison has been very reliable in picking up our 2 kids from various locations and keeping up with our crazy schedule. She has been great in working with our ADHD 8 year old son in keeping him motivated and on point to complete tasks."
Christine D.
Alexis L.
San Francisco, CA
$32-45/hr • 20 yrs exp
Professional Family Assistant, Household Manager, Nanny
5.0
(1)
I'm a professional nanny, household manager, FA, estate manager, and chef w/over 20 years experience serving families in the Bay Area.
Many of my placements have been facilitated by professional agencies, so I am already "trustlined" and have excellent references. In the role of FA and HM, I pride myself by providing a variety...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Alexis provided caregiving services for my children and provided some house management services. She was fantastic at designing art projects, taking the kids outside and playing ball and driving them to school and various activities. She worked with us for...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Francisco, CA
Cesia A.
5.0
Cesia is reliable, kind, and careful. She is professional, and a quick learner. I would hire her back anytime!
- Nicole B.
Naji J.
5.0
Naji was such a pleasure to work with! She was always ready to help with extra tasks, had a great attitude, and was extremely communicative. I hope to work with her again and am sure whoever hires her will feel the same way I do!
Thanks for everything, Naji!
- Kelly B.
Annie W.
5.0
I am a Single dad ,with a 4 year old special needs daughter.she loves when Annie comes over for date nights/ weekend help.
So happy we connected so well with Annie!
- Andrew H.
Kelly S.
5.0
She’s professional, reliable, conscientious, and has been very helpful in providing my daughter with stability, kindness, and understanding.
- Care member
Annie W.
5.0
Annie took care of our daughter (who is now 13 months old) full-time during the workweek from September through February (6 months) this past year. It is very apparent that Annie has significant experience looking after young children. It was also clear to us that she cared deeply about our child...
- Care member
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Ratings for San Francisco, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 123 reviews of the 166 listed special needs caregivers.