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

36 special needs caregivers are listed in Chico, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Chico, CA

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Chelsea D.


Chico, CA

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi, my name is Chelsea and I am 19 years old and attending Chico State! I love kids and would love to help out in any way I can. I enjoy meeting new families and would appreciate the opportunity to meet yours! Message me for any questions :)
5.0
"Chelsea has been watching our kids for close to 3 years. She is very attentive to the kids needs, follows house rules and does just an overall great job. We know we can fully trust Chelsea and she has become so much more than a babysitter to us, she is family! We...

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Anna I.


Chico, CA

$17/hr • 1 yrs exp

Experienced And Loving Part Time Student

I am extremely passionate about working with people that have special needs. I have grown up with a brother who has a developmental and physical disability. I volunteer through therapeutic park and recreation services working with kids, teens and adults that have physical and developmental disabilities. I was in best buddies and...
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Paige H.


Chico, CA

$33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Position As Personal Assistant, Household Manager And/or Nanny.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a mature, responsible, reliable and cheerful person with excellent child care and interpersonal skills, and extensive experience as both a live-in and live-out nanny. I simply love children, love caring for them and find them fascinating. Over the course of 16+ years, I have acquired experience with children of all ages,...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Until a family member unexpectedly offered to help us fill our nanny position, Paige was our front-runner. She is professional, yet personable, and seems to have a good head on her shoulders. She was very comfortable with us, and in interaction with our daughter....

Kaya A.

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Francesca F.


Chico, CA

$46/hr • 8 yrs exp

Child Care Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I am a 5th year Communication Major and Art Minor at Chico State. I am set to graduate in may of 2020 and will be moving Back to the Bay Area shortly after. Over the years I have worked with some amazing, loving families. I started childcare in high-school and have continued to work with kids in college. Growing up...
Francesca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Francesca babysat my 8 years old daughter for the whole summer holiday. she is trustworthy, passionate and kind. She's never late without any excuses. During the time I'm working, she taught the girl baking, art craft, painting. She also went swimming and played...

Li L.

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Sarah J.


Chico, CA

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm A 20 Year Old College Student Looking For Work In Child Care.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I also have special needs experience for the past 3 years plus along with private babysitting since I was 15.
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah has great communication, was super flexible when I realized that I made the original booking incorrect. Our kiddos had a great time with her doing science experiments in the backyard! We will definitely hire her again!! "

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Grayson S.


Chico, CA

$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Hero!

Hi there! My names Grayson and I've been working and teaching with Special Needs students for 10 years! I'm a calm, grounded individual that can relate to most students about pop culture and other geeky things most adults can't! I currently work as a Instructional ParaProfessional at the BASES Learning Center in Oroville and...
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Erin F.


Chico, CA

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Education Nanny/Tutor

10 years of experience as a special education aide at CUSD, specializing in autism spectrum disorder. Currently working as a nanny, but I have two days a week free. Fully CPR and CPI trained.
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Crystal J.


Chico, CA

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced With ASD

I have 11yr old twins with high functioning autism/ADHD and share custody. Over 25 years of caregiving CNA experience! Includes elderly, severely disabled, foster children of all ages including those at high risk, with behavioral issues and ASD. I previously owned 2 care homes for the elderly and a transitional home for women...
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Monique O.


Chico, CA

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

I aided in a class of 16 special needs students in 2015-16. I became interested and wanted to help aid at my high school because my step brother who I met when he was 10 who is now 16 is autistic. I have experienced and learned a lot from my experiences and I had so much fun within the year and I am interested in working in this...
I have a passion for working with children but especially children on the spectrum. I have 3 years of experience working with children with special needs. I am in school studying Child Development with plans to become a SPED Teacher.
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Joseph N.


Chico, CA

$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Education Specialist - Moderate/Severe Disabilities

Hi! My name is Joey and I recently graduated with my Masters Degree in Education and finished my credentialing program to teach Special Education. I have a passion for working with children, both general education and Special Education. I have experience working with students kindergarten aged through post-secondary aged between...
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Madison I.


Chico, CA

$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

DSP For Developmentally Disabled

I am a current Behavioral and Social Sciences student, and I work in crisis management as a DSP for people with developmental disabilities as my regular job. I have experience with adults and children, and have confidence in my abilities to provide a positive role model and help with day to day activities.
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Laurie F.


Chico, CA

$18-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have over 5 years experience working with individuals with special needs and over 10 years in the caregiving field. Im currently enrolled in a RBT class, have my chha, covid vaccinated, CPR first aid and more.
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Khampha K.


Chico, CA

$18-20/hr

My Experience Has Been With Developmentally Disabled Adults And Seniors

I have experience with feeding, medication administration, personal care, stand by assist, and ambulation. I have worked with clients with Dementia, Lewy Body Disease, Behavioral, Non Verbal, ADHD, OCD, and Wheelchair Bound. I believe in compassionate care and understanding the needs of my client with respect to their...
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Hannah C.


Chico, CA

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello, I am reaching out in regards of your job posting. I have experience in a lot of what you are looking for. I have done special needs care for roughly 2 years and am currently going to school for nursing school. If you have any questions, and are still looking to fill this position please reach out!
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Sarah J.


Chico, CA

$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have experience with in home care for children up to 16 years old with austerity spectrum disorder. I use to work at Little Red Hen for one year. I currently work for ARC of Butte County and have for the past 3 years.
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Grayson S.


Chico, CA

$22-27/hr • 9 yrs exp

Geek And Special Needs Aficionado!

Hi there! My name is Grayson and I've been working and teaching special needs children for almost a decade! I'm a big geek that can often relate to children on a level that most adults don't get pop culture ;) I am a calm, grounded individual who is available for transportation of students to and from school during the week!...
Grayson can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Margaux R.


Chico, CA

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Margaux and I and looking forward to helping families who would love some extra help. I started off as a mothers helper when I was very young around 14 ever since then I have made strides toward bigger jobs. I have had experience with kids ages 0-10 ranging from 3 kids at a time to one. Over my 5 years of...
Margaux can also help with: Carpooling
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Hayden S.


Chico, CA

$18-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and my experience in childcare has given me the skills and knowledge to excel. I have had years of experience caring for children, from watching my siblings to working with and caring for children of special needs, disabilities, and health conditions. I'll keep...
Hayden can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Kirstyana B.


Chico, CA

$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

During the last year, I worked one-on-one with students of special needs and students in academic support every weekday at Chico Jr. high school. I helped students with completing school work, missing assignments, and made sure students were safe when interacting with each other, as well as when spending time outside. I helped...
Kirstyana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chico, CA

Chelsea D.

5.0

Chelsea has been watching our kids for close to 3 years. She is very attentive to the kids needs, follows house rules and does just an overall great job. We know we can fully trust Chelsea and she has become so much more than a babysitter to us, she is family! We could not recommend her enough!

- Care member

Paige H.

5.0

Until a family member unexpectedly offered to help us fill our nanny position, Paige was our front-runner. She is professional, yet personable, and seems to have a good head on her shoulders. She was very comfortable with us, and in interaction with our daughter. Paige will be the first person we...

- Kaya A.

Francesca F.

5.0

Francesca babysat my 8 years old daughter for the whole summer holiday. she is trustworthy, passionate and kind. She's never late without any excuses. During the time I'm working, she taught the girl baking, art craft, painting. She also went swimming and played tennis with my daughter. We are so...

- Li L.

Sarah J.

5.0

Sarah has great communication, was super flexible when I realized that I made the original booking incorrect. Our kiddos had a great time with her doing science experiments in the backyard! We will definitely hire her again!!

- Care member

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Chico, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 36 listed special needs caregivers.