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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elk Grove, CA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Elk Grove, CA

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Jan J.


Elk Grove, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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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, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mallory T.


Elk Grove, CA

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

I have always loved children and working with them. My mom used to work with children with special needs and I would sometimes go in and help. I have worked the past two summers as a camp counselor working with children from 3 years old to 13 years old.
Mallory can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
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Marissa N.


Elk Grove, CA

$25-27/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Kaydince M.


Elk Grove, CA

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

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...
Kaydince can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Natalie O.


Elk Grove, CA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Giver

Hello! I have had experience with children since I was 11, so about 11 years now. I began watching the children in my neighborhood when I was introduced to an upcoming church that was in need of help in their nursery and preschool. There I helped in between all classes ensuring the safety of children under 6 years old. I met...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Miranda M.


Elk Grove, CA

$16-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate

Hi Moms and Dads, my name is Miranda. I'm an honest and mature lady who loves working with children and supporting families. I have 13 years experience looking after children from 4 weeks to 15 years. I have worked for myself as well as in an in home daycare. I have 7 years of experience with special needs care. I have also...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Natalie O.


Elk Grove, CA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have had experience with child care for about 12 years between the ages of a few months old to approximately 12 years old. I also have experience with children who have special needs, require medication, and have severe allergies. Many daily tasks included driving the kids around to appointments/ hobbies/ school, clean up...
Natalie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
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Karolina E.


Sacramento, CA

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Karolina and I am a mom of 3 (3. 5yo, 2. 5yo and 1yo) who is looking for babysitting jobs. My 3yo and 2. 5yo are Autistic so I am comfortable taking care of kids with special needs. Before having kids I was an au pair for a year and took care of twins for 2 years (up to 2020). I'm only available Saturdays,...
Karolina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nice, creative and open person. I felt sure leaving my kids with her"

Olga P.

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Dulce L.


Sacramento, CA

$25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Dulce, but I go by Abi. I have worked with children ever since I graduated high school. I started off at a preschool working with special needs children, and ever since then fell in love with it and ended up as a paraprofessional working with special needs kiddos aged 5-12. After moving to Sacramento 6 yrs ago I...
Dulce can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Abi was awesome! We felt very comfortable with her after just a few minutes and the boys connected with her very well. My 5 year old keeps asking when she'll be back! She was also very accommodating, we texted her to see if we could stay out an extra hour (we dont...

Steven R.

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Jailyn C.


Sacramento, CA

$25-40/hr • 9 yrs exp

NOT AVAILABLE THROUGH 2023

4.4

(7)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Everyone says that they are a great caregiver and while that may be true I believe that not everyone is cut out for the families that need the most help. I pride myself on being someone who is trustworthy, dependable, understanding and open. I made it a point to work with children in several settings including daycare, school,...
Jailyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jailyn was a lifesaver when I needed emergency childcare for my 3 kids (6, 4 and 6 months). I have a very small handful of people that I have ever trusted to watch my children, happy to say that Jailyn's now one of those people. She was amazing with my kiddos,...

Gerri O.

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Tofamoealo U.


Sacramento, CA

$25-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hi there, I have 9 years of experience assisting families with their loved one care. From bathing, feeding, transportation to whatever the need is for daily living I can help. Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area and traveled around the world I have become educated in different things that makes me feel I am an asset to...
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Jailyn C.


Sacramento, CA

$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

A Mutual Learning Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have spent the past seven years working in a school setting for Special Needs students with an additional 15 years of experience working with students and children in both home and school settings. During this time I have had the opportunity to see the grand potential and unrelenting enthusiasm for all students from different...
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Selah B.


Sacramento, CA

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Great Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting my younger cousins since they were in diapers so I believe I have a lot of experience with kids. I also took a class in high school dealing with special needs students. had to help exercise . I believe working with kids takes a lot of patience and you have to be willing to help them when needed. I love...
Selah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Theresa M.


Sacramento, CA

$30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as kind, respectful and caring. I like caring for seniors because it's rewarding and they are very appreciative. Plus some don't get much visitors and I like to brighten their day. I like to care for people in general and have experiences with Seniors, Adults, Children, Infants, and worked with...
Theresa can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, dementia, home modification, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kate P.


Sacramento, CA

$22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Your Dream Sitter!

I have been involved in childcare for approximately three years. I have babysat children of all ages, and children with special needs. I would love to help your little ones with homework, drive them places they need to go, and overall keep them safe! I am here to help make you and your family's life easier and better!
Kate can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Rene B.


Sacramento, CA

$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver (Available To Be Live-in)

My experience includes the following: babysitting (multiple ages and children with disabilities), children's ministry in various churches, tutoring elementary students and special needs college students, note-taker for disabled college students, and special needs teacher's aide. I was an office manager in a psychology office...
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Tara S.


Sacramento, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello Parents!! I am a Behavior therapist, and experienced Nanny going on 20+ years now. I have nannied and babysat for children of all ages. I am the baby of 7, and I have 14 nieces and nephews, 2 of which I helped raise (1 with special needs). I love kids because they bring out the fun kid in me. I have my own safe...
Tara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Isabelle K.


Sacramento, CA

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi! I have actually never had one on one experience caring for those with special needs however, one of my cousins who I am around frequently has down syndrome and my aunt has intellectual disabilities. I am a very patient and caring care giver and can adjust to the needs of the families I am caring for. I have been babysitting...
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Amanda M.


Sacramento, CA

$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Super Fun And Supportive Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

hi! my name is amanda. I am 21 years old and I am a registered behavioral tech and have been nannying and babysitting for over 6 years. the longest nannying job I had was 3. 5 years, taking care of 3 young girls, one of which was special needs and the youngest was an infant. I love children of all ages, I am high energy and love...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elk Grove, CA

Karolina E.

5.0

Nice, creative and open person. I felt sure leaving my kids with her

- Olga P.

Dulce L.

5.0

Abi has been so good with my daughter! She is so kind, attentive, and sweet. I highly recommend her. 😉

- Donna G.

Jailyn C.

5.0

We were fortunate to work with Jailyn when she was teaching at our son's Montessori preschool. She is so caring and a pleasure to interact with. I have had many occasions to observe Jailyn with multiple children and she is an absolute gem! Jailyn was a true partner and helped us work through a...

- Sarah B.

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