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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Brentwood, CA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Brentwood, CA

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Melanie K.


Discovery Bay, CA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Fun & Engaged Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello wonderful families, my name is Melanie. I myself am a mommy of a wonderful 4-year-old girl. In addition to mom life, I am also in Nursing school to become a NICU Nurse. I have professional experience working as a preschool and daycare teacher as well as an overnight newborn caregiver. I also have many years of experience...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Eleanor T.


Antioch, CA

$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Eleanor. I'm currently a Behavioral Therapist for children diagnosed with Autism. I grew up with a disabled sister with cerebral palsy and with a god son that was diagnosed with Autism. I currently work with children and teach through play. A lot of singing and dancing, counting, and sensory play (play dough,...
5.0
"I hired Eleanor to care for my son with profound special needs. He is 16, but more like a 4 year old. Eleanor was caring, playful, understood the nuances of special needs care and provided excellent care. She was punctual, dependable and adapted to our schedule...

Aundria G.

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Christina R.


Antioch, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving Quality Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

About me: Loving, enthusiastic caregiver with over 15 years of childcare experience (newborn to school age) including: 12 years running my own daycare, ECE units, worked as a preschool teacher and in a school age program. I have experience working with children with food allergies. I also have some experience working with...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Christina has helped us on multiple occasions. We have two children, and they are thrilled when Christina is watching them! She is kind, thoughtful and energetic with the kids and I would highly recommend her to other families!"

Trent I.

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Kayli C.


Discovery Bay, CA

$20-31/hr • 5 yrs exp

Children & Pets

Hi! My name is Kayli, I'm 23 years old and I absolutely love and adore children and animals. I am the 2nd oldest of 9 siblings, so it seems like I've been a caretaker majority of my life. Professionally I've worked with children for five years ranging from ages 2 months to 18 years old. A lot of my experience includes children...
Kayli can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kayli has been wonderful with our family. She has been so engaged with our 8 month old (teething and stranger fear phase) and the dog too! Both have really become attached to her. She's been extremely dependable and also flexible with our schedules. She...

Ashley W.

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Oliva G.


Antioch, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

Hi I am Oliva, I have over 18 years of experience working with children I work with premies babies, toddlers all the way to middle and high schoolers. I worked in Montessori schools public schools and nanny or household assistant.. I have over 24 units of ECE and many years of experience working with children with special needs....
Oliva can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"She take care of my 2 kids for 2 years, she has experience and is very patient and professional."

Care member

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Alyssa N.


Bethel Island, CA

$23-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Positive Impact

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Working with special needs children gives you the opportunity to impact the lives of children who have disabilities, learning disorders, and developmental delays. It is important to have a passion for making an impact in the lives of children and their families by giving them tools and resources to learn according, become...
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Precious J.


Oakley, CA

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Am Precious

I am honest, discipline and pay attention to detail. I like caring for people with special needs because lit gives me joy I'm looking for a job that I can be independent control of my time I started caring for people with special needs when I was a preteen In my spare time, I like to listen to Gospel music or read...
5.0
"Precious genuinely cares for others, is hardworking, and makes the best decisions regarding the care of others. She takes pride in her work and goes above and beyond the scope of her responsibilities."

Care member

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Lisa F.


Oakley, CA

$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Need Children Caregiver.

I have 1 1/2 year of experience. I can help with Respite Care. I work with medical fragile special need children. I do tube feeding, change diapers, and help spoon feed children. I help the children with crafts and activities in a classroom setting.
Lisa can also help with: Respite care
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Carolina G.


Oakley, CA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have experienced working with special needs kids with different disabilities. I'm very passionate about my career, friendly, and family oriented. I'm also bilingual (English/spanish).
Carolina can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Donya N.


Antioch, CA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, Educated Nanny Available Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 45-year-old, vaccinated, non-smoker with years of verifiable experience and have strong references. I have a minor in early childhood education with an emphasis on special needs as well as my BSN with an emphasis on infant and pediatric care. I am current with CPR, Trustline, and all vaccines. I have worked with children...
Donya can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Diana R.


Oakley, CA

$17/hr

Patient Loving And Understanding!

I have more then 5 years of experience working with Special needs Children from ages 3-12. I can promise to care and protect your child like my own. Comfortable with caring for children of any age and up to 5 children. I have great references from previous employers. I can assure that you will love the care I give to your little...
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Veronica R.


Antioch, CA

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Experience

I have a heart for special needs children. Believe they all have gifts and talents.
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Andrea S.


Oakley, CA

$26-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun, Active, Kind Nanny Who Loves To Learn And Cook

My name is Andrea, but everyone calls me Dre. I have over 20 years experience working with children of all ages, newborns to teens. In my professional career these kiddos include twins, children with special needs, learning disabilities, Rett Syndrome, Pitt Hopkins disease and cancer. I have managed households with multiple...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Carolina G.


Oakley, CA

$21-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have many years of experience working with people with disabilities. I'm DSP and ABA therapist certified. I'm bilingual. Also and First Aid and CPR training. Love my job and really enjoy working with people and specially with those who really need my support.
Dedicated caregiver with 2 years experience providing assistance with daily living needs to help maintain clients' self-esteem and general wellness. Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients. And provide support and companionship. Skilled in medication reminder, dressing & bathing, light housekeeping, meal...
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Alma T.


Antioch, CA

$22-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

I am a fun-loving and caring person. I have over 7 years of babysitting and Nanny experience including dealing with children who have physical and developmental disabilities. I first got into babysitting within my family by helping take care of my brother who is autistic. I fell in love with the idea of helping other families in...
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Emily P.


Discovery Bay, CA

$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

I have worked with kiddos on the spectrum for the past 2 years. I did behavioral therapy and behavior management with them through my job. With that experience, I've grown to love spending that time with these kids and interacting with them to watch them learn and grow.
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Mary S.


Antioch, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

My Appreciation For The Inherent Worth And Dignity Of All Human Beings Regardless Of Diagnosis

I grew up in a family that normalized disabilities. In a culture that his children who were disabled, I had a sister with developmental disabilities who had grown up in our household and who was as valued as anyone with a higher functioning intellect. I went to the programs she was in through the Regional Center as I was growing...
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Eleni F.


Antioch, CA

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Chidcare

Hi I have worked with kids with all different disability
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Emily R.


Clayton, CA

$30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic, And Looking Forward To Meeting Your Family!

Hi, my name is Emily and i'm an energetic 27-year-old. I've worked with kids of all ages, and I especially love to work with children from 2-10, as well as children with special needs. I am looking for a full time position, and my rates start at $25/ hour. , and more recently have been working in a special education classroom...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Brentwood, CA

Eleanor T.

5.0

I hired Eleanor to care for my son with profound special needs. He is 16, but more like a 4 year old. Eleanor was caring, playful, understood the nuances of special needs care and provided excellent care. She was punctual, dependable and adapted to our schedule when needed. My son looked forward...

- Aundria G.

Christina R.

5.0

Christina has helped us on multiple occasions. We have two children, and they are thrilled when Christina is watching them! She is kind, thoughtful and energetic with the kids and I would highly recommend her to other families!

- Trent I.

Kayli C.

5.0

Kayli has been wonderful with our family. She has been so engaged with our 8 month old (teething and stranger fear phase) and the dog too! Both have really become attached to her. She's been extremely dependable and also flexible with our schedules. She really has worked with our daughter on...

- Ashley W.

Oliva G.

5.0

She take care of my 2 kids for 2 years, she has experience and is very patient and professional.

- Care member

Precious J.

5.0

Precious genuinely cares for others, is hardworking, and makes the best decisions regarding the care of others. She takes pride in her work and goes above and beyond the scope of her responsibilities.

- Care member

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

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Brentwood, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.