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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elk Grove, CA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Elk Grove, CA

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Marissa N.


Elk Grove, CA

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time RBT/ Babysitter

5.0

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I have been around and worked with kids my whole life many of special needs. I now work as an RBT (1:1 behavior therapist/technician) with kids diagnosed with ASD. I would love to put my expertise with kids of special needs to use and help babysit when need be!:)
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Nichole D.


Elk Grove, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15+ years of experience in childcare and teaching. I have taken care of children, worked in child based organizations, and am a certified Early Childhood Special Education Teacher with years of training in Autism and ABA. I have also been a nanny to various Washington DC families working for the FBI, CIA, and The...
Nichole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nichole is a great nanny - she is very punctual, flexible, understanding and PATIENT. Our child (7 mo at the start) would not let anyone else hold her and would scream very loudly but Nichole was persistent, creative and patient with getting LO to calm down w her....

Rebecca N.

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Olivia L.


Elk Grove, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Olivia. I love children and it never feels like work to care for them. I have experience with ages micro premies- teens. I can also care for multiple children at once. I can help with laundry, groceries, light house keeping, mothers helper, potty training, meal preps, pick up and drop offs etc. arts & crafts. I...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Olivia is absolutely amazing. She is someone you can easily trust to watch your children. I could not have made it through the summer without her support. She is flexible and reliable. My children were very happy to be with her, which made me comfortable as a mom....

Jennifer O.

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Jan J.


Elk Grove, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 5 boys, 3 that are grown and in college, which includes twins that were born premature. I love children and have worked with them since I was a teenager. I have worked with newborns-teenagers, including children with special needs, or difficult circumstances. I have worked in preschools as a lead teacher, day...
Jan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"You will be LUCKY if you are able to work with Jan. She has decades of experience working with kids in all types of settings. She truly cares and you gave us 110% of her energy when she was with our family. (I am still working to style my girls' hair as well as...

John M.

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Marissa N.


Elk Grove, CA

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

CPR/AED/First Aid Trained Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a CPR/AED/First Aid certified boy mom to a sweet 3-year-old on the autism spectrum. Professionally, I have been in the field of behavioral health for about 5 years, so I am very familiar with ASD, ABA, and other developmental disabilities for kids and adults with a big age range of 2 to 65 years old. From all age ranges to...
Marissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was AMAZING with our girls! Her patience when explaining things to the kids & keeping them engaged while learning was exceptional. Our girls miss her greatly now that we've moved out of the area."

Alex G.

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Shannon P.


Elk Grove, CA

$17-19/hr5 yrs exp

Previous Special Olympic Coach

My parents started their own special Olympics team when I was in high school with 50 athletes. We ended up adopting one of the athletes with Down syndrome and she is still living with us today at the age of 50!
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Emily C.


Elk Grove, CA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Caring And Dedicated Support

Hi! My name is Emily, and I have a strong passion for supporting individuals with disabilities across all age groups. I hold a degree in Child Development with a concentration in Special Education, and I've had the privilege of working with both children and adults in this field. I currently work at Jessie Baker School, where...
I have been working with special need kids since 2019 I worked with three companies Roman Empire healthcare and UCP.
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Krystal W.


Elk Grove, CA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Not The Highest Level Of Experience But Willing To Learn Fast And Be Patient

Good day, Krystal here. I don't have the most experience in this field but I'm willing to gain my experience here if you'd let me. I do have some knowledge of what to expect when dealing with special needs as I have been around my mother who was a special education teacher. My compassion and willingness allows me to be able to...
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Sheena A.


Elk Grove, CA

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Love Kiddos

I've always loved kids of all ages. I enjoy watching them learn new things and explore. I have a 14-month-old son who has brought so much joy to my life. I have five nephews and one niece who are also my world. Every one of them holds a special place in my heart. Some have lived with me and I've taken care of them.
Hello, my name is Charlie ! I am CPR-certified and I have my Basic life support certification. I'm a nursing student, I also work as a certified nurse assistant, assisting elderly individuals with daily tasks, bathing, toileting and feeding. Prior to that I worked as a housekeeper at a nursing home and I also have 2 years of...
Work Experience ; I have 15 years of experience with non verbal special needs child. I though her from age 4 to age 19 which time she received high school diploma. I teach how to be engaged with peers inside the house and outside the public. Also I attend all doctors appointments, PT, OT, Speech Therapy and school IEP for...
Energetic, loving and trust worthy mother. Enjoys going out doors and engaging in fun learning activities that's stimulate brain activity and enhance developmental growth. Caring nanny with open and flexible schedule with 10 years plus of experience caring for kids. Loving, nurturing, devoted mother desiring a position that...
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Sierra H.


Elk Grove, CA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Baby Sitter, Loves Little Kids

I have experience working with children at a preschool for quite some time, and looking for some extra hours, I love children and am looking forward to getting to know some other kids!
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Shayla B.


Elk Grove, CA

$17-19/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Loving Nanny

Hi! My name is Shayla. I am located in Sacramento, CA. I am 23 and I have 7 years of experience working with children of all ages. For the past 4 years I have been working for a company called Champions. I was a preschool teacher for two years and a kinder teacher for one. Since covid has happened, I have been working with ages...
I have a baby sister, who was diagnosed with autism at a young age. Ever since then, I've always wanted to work with children with special needs. So becoming a Special Education teacher has always been my passion. I love kids and enjoy being able to aid in their growth. I'm highly dependable when it comes to things needing to...
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Huda A.


Elk Grove, CA

$23/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate energetic babysitter I worked at charter school for five fears then I worked with special need kids for over three years. I'd describe my personality as Respectful , gentle and very caring I like working with kids because it's an opportunity to watch children to grow and develop into confidence self-sufficient...
As a caregiver, my passion lies in fostering a nurturing environment where children can thrive and grow. With three years of experience, I've had the privilege of supporting families and providing reliable care for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and...
Danica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about child development and have six years of experience as a caregiver. I currently work as a school tutor and an Aide for kids with high functioning special needs. This also means I'm fully fingerprinted! I am completing my subbing credentials. As a patient, creative, and friendly individual, I strive to provide...
Hello! My name is Carmelita and I love to work with children. I have been caring for children of all ages for years now. I have experience with children with special needs, behavioral issues, infants and much more. I'm also currently going to school and pursuing a degree in child development and taking courses in ECE (early...
Carmelita can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elk Grove, CA

Nichole D.

5.0

Nichole is a great nanny - she is very punctual, flexible, understanding and PATIENT. Our child (7 mo at the start) would not let anyone else hold her and would scream very loudly but Nichole was persistent, creative and patient with getting LO to calm down w her. You can tell she has plenty of...

- Rebecca N.

Olivia L.

5.0

Olivia is absolutely amazing. She is someone you can easily trust to watch your children. I could not have made it through the summer without her support. She is flexible and reliable. My children were very happy to be with her, which made me comfortable as a mom. I would definitely hire her again...

- Jennifer O.

Jan J.

5.0

Jan is a wonderful caretaker. She is compassionate, warm-hearted, and devoted to ensuring the little ones are well taken care of and kept busy. I'm delighted to have met her and look forward to hiring her again in the future.

- Emily Z.

Marissa N.

5.0

Marissa is a fantastic spirit. She has been helping my wife and I on and off for years with our children. At this point its like she's a member of the family. We have a 6 and 14 year old (today). When she met our girls they instantly took to her and have loved her ever since. She is smart, reliable,...

- Christopher M.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Elk Grove, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.