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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Discovery Bay, CA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Discovery Bay, CA

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Christina R.


Antioch, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving Quality Childcare

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Christina provided care for my three children two of which have special needs. She was always trustworthy, patient and the kids loved her."

Melissa H.

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Alba M.


Pittsburg, CA

$23-25/hr7 yrs exp

Alba- The Super Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Alba, I have been taking care of children for several years. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs, as allergy reactions, and special medication. I am a very dependable, trustworthy, patient and caring person. I have a natural way with children and they...
Alba can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I highly recommend her, she is an excellent caregiver. One of the aspects of Alba's personality that I appreciated the most was her responsibility, her ability to always keep the kids doing stuff, laughing and having a great time. My kids always enjoy being around...

Andres P.

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Patricia B.


Livermore, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care - Infants - Toddlers - School Age Children 25 Yrs Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Caring and loving person that loves Children. 10 yrs - Experiences QUALIFICATIONS: 25+ Years of Professional Childcare Experience Newborn, Infant, Twins & Toddler & School age Experience Multiple Subject Teaching - Activities Books, learning ABC & learning Numbers to educational flash cards, learning colors, to Arts &...
Patricia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Patricia is currently the nanny to our 19 month old daughter and has been with us approx. 5 months so far. There are so many positive things to say I don't know where to start: -Great with our daughter- Our daughter smiles, points at Patricia and runs over to...

Nicole X.

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Fantasi J.


Stockton, CA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Fantasi. I have been in the caregiving field for 22 years. I absolutely love what I do! The last 5 years I have worked privately with families helping care for their elderly loved ones. The 17 years before that I worked with young adults and adults with developmental disabilities and mental disorders. I am...
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Araceli H.


Tracy, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Experienced Nanny (Preferably For Baby)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Araceli (Sally) I'm a Nanny/ Tutor. My current charge knows her numbers, alphabets, shapes, Continents and most of the Presidents. I'm older with many years of experience in caring for children of all ages, including special needs (autism). I'm a widow with two grown daughters, my late husband was the owner/Publisher...
Araceli can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Araceli (Sally) was hired about 8 months ago to care for our daughter. Our daughter, at the time, was 4 months and Sally is amazing with her. She has been very nurturing and our daughter loves her. She is highly recommended as she is always our first nanny to...

Amanda S.

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Elizabeth T.


Tracy, CA

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience working in childcare settings. I have worked as a head teacher in the infant- pre-k classroom and can provide a daily curriculum and help younger children be fully prepared for kindergarten entry. I also enjoy working with Special needs children and adults. My previous job before Covid, I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Elizabeth has been so wonderful in caring for our 3 girls. Oftentimes, the schedules for my husband and I change quickly - she has been available with little to no notice; always willing to step in to take extra tasks off of our plate (i.e. - washing dishes,...

Merrick S.

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Christy W.


Antioch, CA

$25-29/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am CPR certified I also have 2 nephews that have autism that I helped my sister when she needed help. Also have worked with down syndrome children. I am a hard worker and willing to work with the family routine.
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Elisiva L.


Tracy, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Private Caregiver

I have 20 plus years of experience. My job duties includes: bathing, dispensing medications, transferring clients to and from wheelchair, bed, car, shower ect. Also grooming, dressing, assist in shower, assist with exercising, doctor's appointments, meals preparation, shopping, running all errands as needed. I've worked with...
5.0
"Very caring and professional - very sweet person. I did not hire her as when she responded to my ad, I needed a night person (position filled) and she was not available for daytime work. I wish she was!!"

Tula S.

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Eleanor T.


Antioch, CA

$17-25/hr6 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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Tina M.


Tracy, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter For 10+ Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Tina, I live in Tracy. I have worked at a daycare as a preschool teacher for 16 years. I care for kids ages 3 months to 12 years and work with up to 8 kids alone and 14 with an assistant. I have experience working with some special needs; autism, and Down syndrome. I am CPR and first aid certified also have taken...
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Tina is one of the best care givers I have experience with. She has watched multiple kids in our family over the years. She is passionate about what she does and my kids love her! "

Shannon A.

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Shalise J.


Antioch, CA

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Hi! I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I have experience with special needs children. I'm fun, honest, and patient.
Shalise can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Gianna R.


Danville, CA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have about 7 years of experience with nannying, and 10+ years with special needs children. I am currently attending a local community college studying psychology, in hopes to become a special needs teacher or therapist.
Gianna can also help with: Respite care
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Lola S.


Stockton, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Open To Live In 12 Hour Shifts 8 Hours 4 Hours Any Day But Sunday

I have 26 years of healthcare I know how to use a Hoya I have work with special-needs I am experience was feeding to I am experience with wound care I am experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia couple care daily living take him to the doctor and grocery store making the appointments I have cared for as many as five clients in a...
Lola can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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Angel B.


Tracy, CA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced NICU Nurse Here To Help :)

Hi everyone! I'm Angel, I've been a NICU nurse for 8 years but I'm currently working part time. Looking for families to help out on the side when I'm not working! I have babysitting experience with all ages & nursing experience with premature babies, special needs infants and pediatrics in general.
Angel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
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Marianna C.


Stockton, CA

$24-50/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have a year of experience caring for adults and elderly people with intellectual disabilities. I work at a day program for adults and elderly people with special needs.
Marianna can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
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Hannah T.


Livermore, CA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Available Full Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi families, my name is Hannah and I want to be your nanny! I have been babysitting and nannying for nine years. The past five years have been with special needs children and young adults. I absolutely adore kids and animals of most kinds. My passion is working with children in a fun, safe environment. I have CPR and first aid...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

My name is Latazija. I am a young devoted worker who strives to make her clients feel appreciated & wanted I love to work with elderly people. The role that I play in my job positions are very sincere. very hard-working, great listener, great companion, very observant, very attentive, very caring, very loving, I follow all...
Latazija can also help with: Companionship, home modification, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Haley P.


Tracy, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate

Hello! I provide respite care for kiddos on the spectrum I've been with one family for 4 years. I also coached gymnastics for 10 years and was the only coach at my gym to coach special needs and offer private 1 on 1 lessons to assist families with needs. I have a background in ABA therapy, and I also have completed some Early...
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a genuine love for working with children. My background in child development, coupled with my natural patience and creativity, allows me to create a safe and nurturing environment where kids can thrive. I firmly believe that open and honest communication is key in building...
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Parvin S.


Tracy, CA

$18-23/hr1 yrs exp

I absolutely LOVE working with children and have great amount of experience with them! Currently, I work for twin boys with special needs (both in the Autism Spectrum). I supervise their safety, provide nutritious meals, help with maintaining hygiene, and simply have an amazing, fun time! I also work as a Campus...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Discovery Bay, CA

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.

Alba M.

5.0

Alba has been a blessing to our family since the day she arrived. She cares for our child as if he were her own, teaching him so much along the way. My wife and I are incredibly grateful to have hired her.

- Care member

Patricia B.

5.0

Patricia is currently the nanny to our 19 month old daughter and has been with us approx. 5 months so far. There are so many positive things to say I don't know where to start: -Great with our daughter- Our daughter smiles, points at Patricia and runs over to say hello every morning when she...

- Nicole X.

Araceli H.

5.0

Araceli (Sally) is really sweet, dependable and experienced with children. She watched our toddler for us, brought books for him and sang to him at nap time. I highly recommend Sally, she's wonderful with children!

- Cheryl B.

Elizabeth T.

5.0

Liz helped take care of our infant son. She was great with him. She was very encouraging when he was trying to walk and helped him learn how to go up stairs as well. Liz even bought a book for them to read together. We highly recommend Liz for your childcare needs.

- Tejas P.

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