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Find special needs caregivers in Alameda, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Alameda, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Alameda, CA

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Nayelis M.


San Francisco, CA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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.

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Monicalaire P.


Oakland, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

4.4

(26)

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 9 years of professional experience working with kids ranging from newborn- teenagers along with senior care. Over the past 9 years, I have worked for over 40 families. Special needs background and experienced night doula. Certified nurse assistant . HOME AIDE Registered. COVID vaccinated. Cosmetologist, cook,...
Monicalaire can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My kids loved her! Almost thought I was being replaced haha but she is very playful but responsible around my children"

Care member

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David E.


San Francisco, CA

$21-26/hr4 yrs exp

SF Local With CNA Experience / Special Needs

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.

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Annie W.


San Francisco, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Educated Child/youth Worker/special Needs Children .

Hired by 29 families in your neighborhood

I'm Anne -I love children and dogs! 25 years experience working with children and special needs. 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 in 2004. I am positive, kind, caring, dependable,...
Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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

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Brandy L.


San Francisco, CA

$20-40/hr7 yrs exp

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...
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Annie W.


San Francisco, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

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 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.

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Cesia A.


San Francisco, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experiences Caregiver Seeking Part-time Position

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.

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Kristine L.


Berkeley, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

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
"I have known Kris well for over 34 years. We wrote, practiced and performed in a band for about ten years and I spent countless hours working closely with Kris in a variety of situations. Since then we have remained close friends and I am well aware of the numerous...

Kathleen K.

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Naji J.


San Francisco, CA

$45/hr9 yrs exp

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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Naji was great with my son when she helped me with early morning pick up and drop off to school which helped me get to work on time and my son make friends at school in the mornings."

Maria K.

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Allison L.


San Francisco, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Educator Available

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...
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Cindy M.


San Francisco, CA

$35-40/hr12 yrs exp

Kind, Experienced Nanny For Full Or Part-time Work

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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Lakeisha S.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

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.

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Liliana E.


San Francisco, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

San Fransisco Full Time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a full time nanny who used to be an elementary school teacher :) I have experience with children from the ages of 12months-16 years old. I believe in creating a nurturing environment where kids are respected loved and valued. I think it is so important to model kindness and empathy, kids definitely pick up on the...
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Sinead D.


San Francisco, CA

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With 10+ Yrs Experience And Masters Degree

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, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We had a great experience working with Sinead! She took care of our 10 month old and 2.5 year old for an afternoon/evening and was able to get them both to sleep (not an easy feat, even for me). She was punctual, communicative, and so sweet with our kids! Highly...

Claire S.

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Suphichaya B.


San Francisco, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Seeking A Nanny/babysitter Job With A Wonderful Family.

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm so excited to meet you. I have been working with children for 5 years and have worked with children ranging from infants to 11 years. I have experience with twins and children with special needs. I love working with children and getting to know them about their individual personalities. I seriously love hanging out...
Suphichaya can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She did an amazing job of caring. Always so professional and wonderful"

Care member

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Jocelyn C.


Oakland, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

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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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Creative And Highly Specialized Child Caretaker

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Postpartum Doula, Special Needs Caretaker and Nanny. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I support play based learning and have extra training around social and emotional growth in regard to behavioral health and other emotional or...
Rose can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rose is consistent, gentle, and incredibly knowledgeable about child development. Our toddler, who’d only spent time with relatives, immediately warmed up to her. Rose is a very active caregiver, taking our kiddo to explore parks and the botanical garden nearby....

Care member

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Madison W.


San Francisco, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Madison was punctual, very engaging with the children and performed beyond my expectations. Our boys enjoyed their time with her and we have already scheduled to have her back again soon!"

Carl H.

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Shelby M.


San Francisco, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Baby And Pet Sitter

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: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.

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Allison L.


San Francisco, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available For Summer Hire!

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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, 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.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Alameda, CA

Nayelis M.

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.

Monicalaire P.

5.0

My kids loved her! Almost thought I was being replaced haha but she is very playful but responsible around my children

- Care member

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

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

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.

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Ratings for Alameda, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Alameda, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.