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163 special needs caregivers are listed in San Francisco, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I recently moved back to San Francisco from Kauai.
On the island I worked as an arborist and before that I was a licensed CNA and yoga practitioner in San Francisco. I'm fairly well traveled and well read. Patients, humility and altruism are qualities I strive to cultivate.
Since Returning I have aspired to be more of service in...
5.0
"David is an exceptional professional, the only one I trust with my home and loved ones. His care for special needs and elderly individuals is heartwarming. A rare gem in his field, his honesty, reliability, and unwavering positive attitude make him invaluable. He...
Alexandra S.
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.
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.
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
(34)
Hired by 29 families in your neighborhood
I'm Anne -I love children and dogs! 20 plus years experience working with children . Educated & trained in early childhood development /special needs. CPR. Worked with children aged 0 to 8 in preschool-nursery school/ kindergarten in Norway before I moved to the US 21 years ago. I am positive, kind, caring, dependable, honest,...
Annie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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...
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Nayelis M.
San Francisco, CA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I work full-time as a research assistant but have a pretty flexible schedule. I have vast experience taking care of kids of all ages. I not only took care of my sister, who has special needs, but I also was able to work for some time as a Daycare assistant teacher. Please let me know if I can be of service. I have...
Nayelis can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was amazing, she did a wonderful job. She was on time. She was very good to my kids. Took good care of them for a couple of hours. Please hire her you won't regret it."
Regina K.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Liz and I'm 22 years old. I have been babysitting and working with kids for 7 years now and I have always loved it! I have worked with kids in different types of settings, like overnight summer camps, day sports camps, casual babysitting, and special needs centers! I have my own transportation and I am also CPR...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Liz was great with my daughters. Polite and responsible. Great babysitter!"
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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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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
(2)
I have been providing childcare in various forms for six years. I have experience nannying for families with multiple children and ones with special needs. I have worked as an assistant teacher with the K. I. T. S program and have attended their behavior management training, which focuses on the positive reinforcement model. I...
Shelby can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shelby worked with the kids in Sunday school and my twins were in Sunday school ages 5-8. Shelby assisted in the classroom regularly. She was always very patient and kind with the kids and parents and was attentive to their and always kept them busy with fun...
Debbie S.
5.0
(2)
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.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
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
(1)
A big sister of three. I have a very nurturing personality and enjoy taking care of others. I got my first nanny job in 2011 and have continued ever since. I have experience with children of all ages, the youngest child I watched was 3 weeks old, and the oldest is 13yr. I also have experience working with children with special...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We met Olivia over two years ago, and she's been an integral part of our family ever since. She picks up our two children from school, takes them to and from activities, helps with homework, preps dinner and assists with small chores around the house. Olivia is...
Cameron M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an aspiring elementary school teacher with over 10 years experience working with children of all ages. I first started working in a childcare center in San Francisco every summer in high school. Since then I have continued babysitting and nannying through my studies. I have a bachelors degree in psychology and a masters in...
Sinead can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sinead is great! She was punctual, communicative, and friendly. Our daughter (21 months) loved her and was sad to see her go by the end of the day. Sinead really engaged with her in a variety of activities throughout the day, and was very patient and kind. I would...
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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, 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.
Naji J.
San Francisco, CA
$45/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
With my employers, I have worked with infants, toddlers, school age children and adolescents for the past 10 years. Additionally, I have been a Nanny and Babysitter for several years. I love children and enjoy working with them and take my responsibilities very seriously. I assure you of my honesty and integrity. I can handle...
Naji can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Naji was wonderful. I had compiled a list of tasks for her, things like loading the dishwasher, cleaning cutting boards, wiping down counter tops, watering plants. She did everything to perfection; asked when she needed direction and otherwise instinctively just...
Wolfram A.
Amber L.
San Francisco, CA
$30-32/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Im Amber, a recent graduate from a private university in San Francisco, with over four years of experience caring for infants and children, including those with special needs and disabilities. I am both proactive and adaptable, meaning I take initiative while carefully respecting and following the parenting style and...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Working with Amber was fantastic. She was on time, professional and clearly loves working with children. "
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Francisco, CA
David E.
5.0
David is an exceptional professional, the only one I trust with my home and loved ones. His care for special needs and elderly individuals is heartwarming. A rare gem in his field, his honesty, reliability, and unwavering positive attitude make him invaluable. He effortlessly spreads happiness,...
- Alexandra S.
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.
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
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 year old and was an expert with both...
- Care member
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Ratings for San Francisco, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 82 reviews of the 163 listed special needs caregivers.