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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cotati, CA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Cotati, CA

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Renee H.


Rohnert Park, CA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Full-Time Special Needs Provider

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently an in-home supportive services care provider for my severely mentally and physically disabled sister and have been doing so for approximately five years now. I provide non-medical care and entertainment for her on a regular basis. In conjunction with the experience I have with caring for my sister, I also have...
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Ivory D.


Santa Rosa, CA

$32/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Child Specialist/Babysitter

I am currently an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) with 3 years of experience. I work in the surrounding school districts & in home as support for special needs children or children with behavioral problems. I also have plenty of experience babysitting as well! I am very adaptable, and I am here to make YOU & your child...
Ivory can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Michelle M.


Petaluma, CA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

As a childcare provider I have a limited background in special needs; however, I am passionate about children and their right to the best possible care that we can provide for them. My experience of caring for children has always been with single family, in home care for children and the family. I helped to look after a dozen...
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Savannah L.


Rohnert Park, CA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Child Therapist Looking For Part-Time Work

Hello! My name is Savannah, I live in Sonoma county. I am an associate MFT. I have been working with kids for over 8 years. I have been a full time nanny, part time babysitter, preschool teacher, and now I currently do therapy with children and adolescents age 5-18 years old. During time as a full time nanny I watched a new born...
Savannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

To whom it may concern ~ Family's and Clients I have been caring for clients for many years ~ I prefer the word personal assistant As I assist clients with as little or as much assistance needed ~ Clients I have cared for with the following challenges ~ Dementia Alzheimer's ALS Parkinson's Quadriplegic Paraplegic...
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Aylin F.


Santa Rosa, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Counselor Available Part-time

Highly experienced counselor 12 years. CPR certified. First Aid certified. Pro-Act certified. Autism specialty, Aspergers, dementia, Down syndrome, non verbal language disorder, ptsd, anxiety. Have experience with Self Determination Program.
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Ma De La Cruz A.


Santa Rosa, CA

$48/hr10 yrs exp

I Enjoy Helping Others

5.0

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I'm a C. N. A (Certified Nurse Assistant) I speak English and Spanish more than 10 years experience I have various recommendation letters. I'm a person who loves to help others, especially those who can't help themselves or having special needs. Helping them makes me feel like I can ease their daily activities and influence...
Ma De La Cruz can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Oh I was so very lucky to have Maria care for my mom! My mom absolutely loved Maria!!! And my mom could be difficult and didn't love everyone. She sufferers from Alzheimer's. Maria was amazing with her and took incredible care, but more than than my mom just loved...

Noni S.

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Maribel F.


Santa Rosa, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 11years of experience and I am looking for long term. I have 6 years experience in group home settings and 5years in home private care giving. I am infant /adult CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am a very upbeat, caring, compassionate person Who loves nature and I find it very relaxing and I try to incorporate the...
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Kaitlyn C.


Novato, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have years of experience caring for babies at 4 months to full-aged adults. I also have varying experience caring for individuals with special needs, including autism and behavioral challenges. I am a positive person and strive for providing a positive environment for the children and families I work for. I am fully...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kaitlyn is an honest, reliable, and out-going person. She takes a lot of pride in her work and is fun to be around. I know I can count on Katilyn to be on time and complete her tasks in a timely manner. She is highly recommended."

karen C.

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Katherine M.


Santa Rosa, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Katherine, I am a graduate from Sonoma State University. I entered as a Kinesiology major, two years in I then added a minor in Child Development. I fell in love with the field and eventually switched my major to Early Childhood Development. I plan on getting my Masters in Behavior Analysis in the near...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Katherine is lovely! She took care of my boys, ages 1 and 2 while we were in town on vacation. Highly recommend!"

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Danuta S.


Windsor, CA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver Available/Special needs

I am a 48-year-old female caregiver with extensive experience and a deep commitment to providing mature, responsible, and compassionate care. Easy to get along with. I am highly adaptable and ready to tailor my services to meet your specific preferences and needs. I moved to US after I graduated from University in 1999. I have...
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Paris S.


Santa Rosa, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am a nurse who is looking to take some time off from bedside and dedicate my time to nannying as I am expecting my first child in August. I first started watching kids at the age of 10 years old - young I know! My best friend and neighbor was the oldest of 6 kids so I would help her mom after school. I have cared for...
Paris can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Paris is a natural with babies. She was nurturing and confident, easily handling nap time and any fussiness. She was also an engaging playmate for my older boys and able to balance the fun with discipline when needed."

Brooke P.

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Jhara J.


Santa Rosa, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Jhara

I love the field of caregiving very much, Taking care of individuals who can no longer care for themselves is something that is very important to me. I treat my clients like family. I started working in small facility (care home) then I move to a big facility as a caregiver at Brookdale chanate. I become med-tech after they gave...
5.0
"Great caregiver ,great communicator and very dependable"

Willie T.

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Le Lainia S.


Santa Rosa, CA

$20-45/hr20 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years of professional childcare experience including special needs, medical care, extensive newborn and infant care and Multiples (several sets!). I am TRUSTLINE Certified and am a former CALFIRE Firefighter. I hold a current BLS Public Safety, CPR and First Aid Certification. I love singing (a lot), dancing and...
Le Lainia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Lolly is absolutely amazing! She was so great with our baby girl. Every day she was engaging and energetic. Lolly doted on our daughter and treated her as if she was one of her own. Beyond taking excellent care of our daughter, Lolly also helped us with our day to...

Darby B.

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Karene A.


Petaluma, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Chef Of All Trades

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have raised my beautiful 20-year-old daughter all on my own who is now a teacher. I have volunteered in schools and helped children with special needs. I love animals and have been working at a dog boarding/ training facility the last five years. I love to cook and bake and have worked as a professional baker and chef.
Karene can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sophia P.


Windsor, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi I'm Sophia! Let's Make Some Crafts

A little about me I am 19 and a student at University of Oregon studying advertising and art. I am a very patient and reliable person and I have 5 years of experience. My sister has special needs so I am very experienced working with children who have disabilities and also volunteered at a summer camp for kids with special needs...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Madeline L.


Petaluma, CA

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Sweet And Fun Part Time Sitter

Hello, I'm Maddie! I'm a kind-hearted sitter with about 9 years of childcare experience including a variety of ages and work with special needs. In 2023 I graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with an experience management degree and child development minor. I also have experience teaching swim lessons, working in childcare...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Allison B.


Santa Rosa, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as fun, creative, upbeat, loving, and adventurous. I work as an RBT during the year (working with special needs kiddos) within a school district. Usually available around holidays and on weekends. Looking for some other kiddos to give my time and care to while I have the time:) In my spare time, I...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Estefania Z.


Novato, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

With more than a decade of experience in providing compassionate and reliable care, I specialize in supporting individuals of all ages with their daily living needs. My expertise spans elder care, special needs assistance, and chronic illness management, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. I am committed to enhancing the...
Estefania can also help with: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
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Kim H.


Petaluma, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver - Children, Adults, Special Needs, Animals

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a parent of three children, including twins, and a grandparent of five under eight years. My experience includes vestibular and proprioceptive issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and visual impairment. I believe in championing all in my care, empowering them, and ensuring their personal needs are honored and met. A certified...
Kim can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cotati, CA

Ma De La Cruz A.

5.0

Oh I was so very lucky to have Maria care for my mom! My mom absolutely loved Maria!!! And my mom could be difficult and didn't love everyone. She sufferers from Alzheimer's. Maria was amazing with her and took incredible care, but more than than my mom just loved Maria! She is so many things, a...

- Noni S.

Kaitlyn C.

5.0

I have worked with Kaitlyn for the past 2 1/2 years. She is a very Compassionate and caring person. She is efficient and pays great attention to detail. She is very artistic and fun and is a bundle of energy. She enjoys teaching, has a passion for cooking and health. She is someone I know I can...

- Darcy M.

Katherine M.

5.0

Katherine is our go to caregiver. She is so sweet and great with our 2yr old twin girls. She is very reliable and great at responding quickly. My girls love her too. She also picks up at the end of the day and I can’t say how much I appreciate this. I highly recommend her if you’re looking for...

- Kayla B.

Paris S.

5.0

Paris is a natural with babies. She was nurturing and confident, easily handling nap time and any fussiness. She was also an engaging playmate for my older boys and able to balance the fun with discipline when needed.

- Brooke P.

Jhara J.

5.0

Great caregiver ,great communicator and very dependable

- Willie T.

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