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Find special needs caregivers in Castro Valley, CA that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Castro Valley, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Castro Valley, CA
Sabrina M.
Castro Valley, CA
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I do not have an extensive background in special needs but I do have plenty of infant experience and I am willing to educate, care for and stimulate learning in an infant. I am good at reading and talking and have an understanding in basic cognitive learning techniques. I am quick to learn and have the ability to adapt very well...
Jenna M.
Castro Valley, CA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I volunteer at my church for the "buddy system", every Sunday I work one on one with a special needs kid. My neighbor (who is like a sister to me) has down syndrome and I have helped take care of her.
In the last year, I have had the opportunity to support a family with a child with special needs and would love to continue this type of work after my relocation to the Carson area. This position has provided me experience with a multitude of areas while collaborating with OT, PT and speech therapists, as well as, music and...
Deborah D.
Castro Valley, CA
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Care Giver Seeking Full-Time Employment
I have operated and owned a day care and preschool for many years now. Over the years, I have had many students/children under my care with special needs. I also have a BA in developmental psychology. During my education, I worked in many settings (schools and hospitals) where I worked with and cared for many different children...
Hi,
My name is Yasmeen and I am 42 years old. I am a graduate in Human Development focusing on Early childhood development from Cal State Eastbay. I have a certificate in special needs from Chabot College as well. I love working with infants and children especially after my 4 children have grown. I have many many years of...
Yasmeen can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
My name is Pim. I love to nurture kids, to watch them grow, spend good time with them. My priority for nanny job is the safety of the baby. I moved from Thailand since 2022. And have started to pursue my career as nanny, babysitting newborns, toddlers, kid with special needs.
I have bachelor degree and professionally worked...
Pimchanok can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi! I am 26 years old, currently living in San Leandro. I work with special needs at a school in Pleasanton. I have been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. I have a HUGE heart for kids and people. I have many families that would be a reference for me, (including families with special needs children). I have taken 12+...
Jenna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sharry B.
Castro Valley, CA
$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
After my second child was born, I decided to stay home and I ran a home daycare for 15 years. I took care of 5-week-old twins up to middle school age (they were before and after school care). When my youngest was in school full-time I got a job at the school district. I worked there for seven years, four of those years I was a...
Sharry can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Sharry. She is very dependable, always on time or early, has a warm, friendly, demeanor and my 1.5 year old twin girls love her. We've hired her for occasional babysitting since the girls were 6 months old. She was available...
Deborah Y.
Sharry B.
Castro Valley, CA
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked at the school district for seven years in the Special Day Class. I worked with children with Autism, CP and Down syndrome. Some of my duties were OT, Adaptive PE, basic life skills dressing themselves, public outings(grocery store, bank) crossing the street in a crosswalk, and the value of money.
Jamie M.
Castro Valley, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Currently I am a 6th grade math and science teacher for the Castro Valley USD. Prior to teaching I was a nanny for an extremely loving family for 5 years. I also was a para-educator for 2 years working with special needs students. As a teacher, I have seen first hand the challenges students face with distance learning. I am...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love being around children I have a high amount of patience. I'm caring, responsible, honest, and I work well under pressure. I have taken care of children my whole life including my special needs uncle. I am open to taking care of multiple kids, I'm comfortable with pets, I'm open to cleaning, cooking, and helping with...
Angelica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angelica is simply awesome and energetic. She took care of my twins for almost 7 months. She is very punctual, honest and caring. She is very open to taking feedback and learning new things (for example-cooking dishes for my twins). I strongly recommend Angelica...
Poonam B.
Trozalla S.
San Leandro, CA
$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi My Name is Trozie and I seriously love hanging out with children! (I am fully vaccinated, up to date on CPR and first aid certifications, I have early childhood education units, water safety and special needs and medical care experience.)
Trozalla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Trozie was great for a last minute date night sitter! I hired her the day before our best friends wedding and she did a wonderful job with my 3 month old! Will definitely hire again for any date night sitting."
Joseph H.
Danielle W.
Oakland, CA
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with 4 years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's development. I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly nature. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their preferred methods. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and enjoy playing various games with...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have an experience around patients with dementia and patients who are ambulatory. I am experienced in taking care of patients who have Tube Feeding and catheter. I am a very flexible person and can easily be taught and trained.
Aneti L.
Oakland, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been doing special care need care for 10years and up. Have been working with different patients.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am experienced with providing care for both physically and cognitively disabled children and young adults. Duties would include bathing, grooming, feeding, meal preparation, assistance administering medications and treatment therapies.
Much of my experience comes from taking care of my younger sister who has Ataxia and...
5.0
"Rubie cared for my severely disabled 20 year old daughter. She bathed, toileted, fed, administered medication, g-tube, pulmonary hygiene as well as drove her to her activities and college classes. Rubie was always on time. She was reliable, caring, compassionate,...
Elizabeth B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 16 of experience as a nanny and 26 years as a mother. I am a very loving, caring, and responsible person and the same energy and love I give to my own children I will give to yours. I have worked with a wide range of ages from newborns to 10. I have experience with twin babies and also with special needs children. I...
Paola can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Paola is a wonderful, caring and thoughtful nanny we are lucky to work with!"
Jennae C.
Amber T.
Hayward, CA
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Have Just About As Much Energy As The Kids And I Can Get Things Done!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there,
I have over 8 years of experience with child's care. Around 4 years experience w/ people w/special needs. I am a board certified behavioral specialist and CPR certified! Currently have an AA in Psych and sociology going to classes online/ in person. I am working on my BA in Psych. I can help with Travel/ Light...
Amber can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amber used to take care of my cousin and she was pretty awesome. Shes not only great with kids but hard working and diligent. She also reorganized her closet on multiple occasions! Shes great and you should hire her!"
Nicho M.
5.0
(15)
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Rose was our first nanny so we were a little stressed but it couldn't have gone better! Our son went from only being in the company of his parents to happily spending hours with Rose.
Rose also has a great grasp on theory of mind models in childcare and discipline...
Prasenjit M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, Please accept my enthusiastic application for the position of nanny for your family. I believe my experience working as a nanny for infants, elementary school children, my tutoring background, and my medical training as a Certified Nurse Aide would make me an excellent nanny for your family. Working as a full-time nanny...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Olivia took wonderful care of my infant as she grew into a toddler! We were so thankful to have had her as our nanny. My wife and I were first time parents and Olivia took care of our little one without us having to worry if she was in good hands. Olivia helped...
Mo S.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Castro Valley, CA
Sharry B.
5.0
I can't say enough good things about Sharry. She is very dependable, always on time or early, has a warm, friendly, demeanor and my 1.5 year old twin girls love her. We've hired her for occasional babysitting since the girls were 6 months old. She was available short notice and was very easy to...
- Deborah Y.
Angelica O.
5.0
I have recommended Angelica to all of my friends. She is very nice to everyone, always energetic and kind to my son. He likes her so much and always hugged her at end of the day when she left. She took my son to the playground every day. Kids there also loved being with her.
- Care member
Trozalla S.
5.0
Trozalla was a life saver and able to help us last minute with in home babysitting our 7 month old. She was extremely professional with her job. Without me even asking, she helped with a lot of laundry, bottles, and light house keeping. She was very clear about her rate ahead of time. We are...
- Care member
Rubie C.
5.0
Rubie cared for my severely disabled 20 year old daughter. She bathed, toileted, fed, administered medication, g-tube, pulmonary hygiene as well as drove her to her activities and college classes. Rubie was always on time. She was reliable, caring, compassionate, responsible and communicated well....
- Elizabeth B.
Paola B.
5.0
Paola has watched my girls a few times per month for the last two years. We love Paola! She keeps the girls busy throughout the day: taking trips to the park, the library, and teaching them songs and Spanish. I know that the girls are well cared for when Paola comes over, and I highly recommend her...
- Care member
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