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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Alameda, CA

The average posted rate is $28/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Alameda, CA

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Bonnie B.


Alameda, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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,...
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Kelly W.


Alameda, CA

$35-37/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Of All Abilities Looking For Part-time Work.

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.
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Carla H.


Alameda, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

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...
I have a lot of patience and some experience with special needs children/young adults (severe retardation, autism and Kabuki Syndrome).
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Tisa S.


Alameda, CA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Reliable Senior Care

I have experience taking care of elderly lady with dementia for one year. I cook, clean, bath and help her get dressed. She has a cat that she loves dearly but not be able to take care of due to her condition. I help her with that as well.
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Carisa K.


Alameda, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny

Hello! My name is Carisa and I have been working with kids my entire adult life. I began babysitting in high school, I then went to college for a bachelors in special education. During this time I was also a nanny for a family of 4, one of the children was special needs. Once I graduated I went on to teach elementary special...
Carisa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Brianne C.


Alameda, CA

$25-31/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver And Family Assistant At Your Service!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with Special Needs children in homes and in schools. I have also worked with Preschool-aged children and their families in both the private and public settings. I am a single mom of a 19-year-old son and 7-year-old with ADHD. I have my A. A. in Early Childhood Development and also hold a Bachelor's In Social Work....
Brianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Liya A.


Alameda, CA

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Baby Sitter/Nanny

As a caregiver, my passion is positively shaping young minds and supporting families. With Five years of experience, I am more than ready to care for up to four children between the ages of 1 - 11 years old. Whether it's imaginative play, educational games, or outdoor activities, I strive to create a safe and nurturing...
Liya can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kaila V.


Alameda, CA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Kaila, nanny with 2 years of experience caring for children aged 2-15. In 2020, I was a teacher assistant at a daycare for kids 1-5, where I changed diapers, ensured safety, and provided nutrition. Currently, I work with four families: 1. For a 7 and 11-year-old, I handle drop-offs, meal prep, household chores, and...
Kaila can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Yahnah L.


Alameda, CA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hello All, my name is Yahnah and I am 18 yrs old. I have 11 years of experience with caring for children. I gained this experience from mostly watching my autistic little brother. Along with him, I used to tutor one of my neighbor's 6-year-old nieces. By being able to watch over them, I gained experience in the way of knowing...
Hello, I am a care provider. I've been caring for elderly Men and Women with Dementia and Alzheimer in private home settings for over 12 years. I have worked with men and women who are disabled . I am a caring, passionate and detail-oriented professional, I have a strong work ethic and I am exceptionally positive, and easy to...

Sumehi B.


Alameda, CA

$19-22/hr5 yrs exp

I have experience working with children, including children with special needs. I love working with kids and always try my hardest to ensure they have a positive experience with me! (always willing to work around your schedule)
Sumehi can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Angela H.


Alameda, CA

$56/hr10 yrs exp

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As a dedicated childcare professional with a decade of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and friendly nature creates a nurturing environment for children to thrive. I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred method, to ensure their child's well-being...
Angela can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sirirat K.


San Francisco, CA

$35-37/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Like To Create Activities

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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Sirriat to watch our one-year old daughter for a weekend date night. She was punctual, friendly, responsible, easy to work with and took great care of our daughter. Recommended. "

Care member

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Kyra F.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr4 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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Cesia A.


San Francisco, CA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Responsible Personal Care For Special Needs Available

I am reliable and responsible personal caregiver and I am looking for a personal care/ Special needs position in San Francisco.
Cesia can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Cesia is both professional and personable. She openly asks questions and offers solutions about challenges she perceives. She is ready to take on any task within her area of expertise and approach it with a positive attitude. An excellent employee and a very nice...

Buck B.

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Amber R.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun Loving, Reliable Nanny

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Amber, and I am a 42-year-old mother, wife, and Bay Area native who finds joy in nature, dancing, yoga and living a holistic lifestyle, all while embracing the beautiful chaos of motherhood and life. For as long as I can remember, I've been passionate about caring for children. With over 25 years of experience, I've...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Amber provided care for my three year old daughter. She was dependable, caring, and genuine with how much she loved and cared for my little one. I appreciated Amber's approach to keeping my three year old entertained while I was working from home, which wasn't...

Danielle G.

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Wren E.


Oakland, CA

$30-45/hr3 yrs exp

Willing To Adjust To Your Needs

4.0

(1)

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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Chantal B.


Oakland, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Chantal, and I am currently seeking opportunities in home and childcare driven purely by my passion for this field at this stage of my life. With a robust background in infant care and child development, I bring a lot of love along with my experience and dedication to any family I work with. Growing up, I...
Chantal can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She's great! Our daughter loves it when Chantal comes over. She plays guitar and always shows up with crafts. She cooks with her and loves to take her to the park. Chantal was worked with us since our daughter was 3 months old, almost 3 years! I can always count on...

Sarah E.

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Atusa A.


Oakland, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Health Coach With Experience In Special Needs

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.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Alameda, CA

Sirirat K.

5.0

We hired Sirriat to watch our one-year old daughter for a weekend date night. She was punctual, friendly, responsible, easy to work with and took great care of our daughter. Recommended.

- Care member

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.

Cesia A.

5.0

Cesia is both professional and personable. She openly asks questions and offers solutions about challenges she perceives. She is ready to take on any task within her area of expertise and approach it with a positive attitude. An excellent employee and a very nice person.

- Buck B.

Amber R.

5.0

Amber has picked up my two kiddos (ages 4 and 7) from school/preschool for the last two years. They do lots of fun stuff together, and Amber is a big help with laundry and keeping the house tidy. She’s amazing!

- Care member

Chantal B.

5.0

She's great! Our daughter loves it when Chantal comes over. She plays guitar and always shows up with crafts. She cooks with her and loves to take her to the park. Chantal was worked with us since our daughter was 3 months old, almost 3 years! I can always count on her and I know that my daughter...

- Sarah E.

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