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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Fairfield, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Fairfield, CA

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Tracy O.


Vacaville, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I am passionate about working with a diverse population and will continue to be. My experience includes teaching, being a live-in, full-time, traveling, short-term, part-time long-term nanny, babysitting and executive personal and family assistant. I taught in daycare centers, special needs and special education schools,...
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Ashley K.


Vacaville, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher, Parent, Caregiver

I am a special education teacher and have 18 years of experience in the education field (8 as a teacher and 8 in school administration). Depending on the situation, I can help with transport, homework help, cooking, cleaning, etc. I have had adult/pediatric first aid & CPR certification. I also have had 4 children of my own...
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Vanesa A.


Vacaville, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Vanesa I'm 30years old. I do have my own transportation. I have 10 years experience working with families. I can provide some references upon request. I enjoy being outdoors and going on hikes. I also speak Spanish, I'm comfortable with all animals. I started working with kids when I was in middle school. I've...
Hi there, I'm Jenny! I have over 10 years of experience with childcare and 6 years of experience working with children with specials needs doing behavioral therapy. I have my Master's degree in psychology with an emphasis in child development and am CPR and First-aid certified. I can help with travel, errands/shopping,...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I have worked in a club at church with differently abled children. I have experience with a wide range from blind guidance to wheelchair assistance. I've also worked with elderly taking there blood pressure, feeding and monitoring.
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Joseph D.


Vallejo, CA

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hello! My name is Joseph and I am compassionate, patient, caring and professional person. Registered nurse in the Philippines. And have 8 years experiences in different fields/setting like personal assitance home care like, bedbound patient, adhd/autism, Assisted living and Dementia, Skilled Facility, Rehab post/sub acute...
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Nichole S.


Napa, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing Montessori Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Each child deserves love and respect through every stage of development, and all parents deserve support to help their families thrive. I have 18 years of experience in childcare including care of twins, children with special needs, larger families, and infants. As a caregiver I bring flexibility, attunement, patience,...
Nichole can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

CPR

5.0
"Nicole babysat for us while we were in town for a wedding. She was on time, knowledgeable about general infant care and asked the right questions. Our 4 month old did well and Nicole kept us informed with text messages during the 9 hour sitting. She met our...

Britt W.

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Elizabeth P.


Vallejo, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Live-In Or Live-Out Senior Caregiver Available (Trust-Line Certified)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

With 20+ years of paid experience in senior live-in home care and 20+ years in senior care, my strengths include: companionship, transportation to appointments, running errands, tending to dietary and special needs, bathing, light housekeeping and more. My experience includes seniors with Alzheimer's, dementia, stroke, diabetes,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, visiting physician, personal care
5.0
"We love Elizabeth. She has become like part of our family. She goes above and beyond and is kind and patient. Also we work from home and she knows very well how to give space and when help is needed. Highly recommend this loving person."

Tara B.

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Linda G.


Napa, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional caregiver, providing care/assistance for seniors, children, middle age students and special need children in M. County for six and a half years. I moved to Napa and seeking employment. I have CCA, TB, CPR/First Aid certificates, as well as a driving record and insured vehicle. I love my career and being...
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is caring, knowledgeable and competent. Being a grandmother, she tends to act like one with children. I would highly recommend her."

Marvin P.

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Madison M.


Concord, CA

$20-32/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Educator

I am a Special Education Paraprofessional with the summer off. I have two years of experience working with kids that have a very wide range of disabilities, from ADHD to nonverbal. I specialize in Autism and behavior management, but I love working with all kids. I also have five years of experience being a caregiver with the...
5.0
"Madison has experience working with kids with special needs, she cared for my 9 year old who has Down syndrome. Madison also aided her academically."

Natalie A.

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Allison M.


Pittsburg, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

I have done rehabilitation and occupational therapy for children with autism. I am currently working with a set of children who are autistic for the second year in a row at the facility that I work at.
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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Paulo S.


American Canyon, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

18 years in care giving, around the bay area. Work privately and under agencies. work in veterans hospital (Menlo Park) Kaiser Hospital in San Francisco, Cogir Retirement Facilities (Rohnert Park & Manteca) and private homes from San Francisco to Sonoma, Solano and Sacramento. Experienced Work With Patients:Both , Man also...
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Hilda W.


Concord, CA

$20-40/hr8 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I became a caregiver because I have a passion for helping people with special needs. Through my past experiences, I have acquired skills and abilities highly relevant to the Caregiver position: Track record of providing assistance to elderly in activities of daily living. Well versed in motivating clients to enjoy their...
Hilda can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, home modification, dementia, personal care & more
5.0
"We just love Hilda and she really does well with my Mom and is so nice. Highly recommend her."

Jodie G.

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Ann A.


Vallejo, CA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

sitter Available

I am a retired Occupational Therapist who loves working with children. I have worked with children ages 3-17 with academic and emotional challenges in the Napa and El Dorado County School Districts. I am currently working as a tutor and babysitter primarily in the afternoons and evenings.
5.0
"Ann tutored a client of ours with a traumatic brain injury on a weekly basis. She had patience and taught with respect and understanding."

Janeanne R.

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Filma I.


Pittsburg, CA

$35-45/hr6 yrs exp

I am compassionate Registered Nurse. I look after my clients safety. I am a team player and would be willing to work with you with all my heart. It is my passion to help clients who need helps with their daily medication and care that they deserve. I can come and check you if ever you want to try my services as your private...
5.0
"Filma took care of my son who has cerebral palsy and epileptic seizure. Highly recommended and very compassionate and understanding of the needs of my sob."

Richard B.

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Leslie P.


Vallejo, CA

$40-41/hr7 yrs exp

Special Nanny!

Hi! My name is Leslie, I am looking to join a new family. Ideally one that has kids with special needs why would you ask? Well because I know what it's like (I have one too) I know the struggles that come along with it and I know how hard it is to find a nanny or a caregiver therefore I have dedicated the last seven years of my...
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Alexander Z.


Concord, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

How are you? My name is Alexander. I am a male caregiver. I have been a caregiver for 19 years. I worked with Quadriplegic, paraplegic , hemiplegic, dementia, deaf, D. D, M. S, ALS, Autism, a guy with no arms and to name few. I have done bowel program, catheter, transfer, personal care, wound skin care, medication reminder,...
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Kathleen K.


Vallejo, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider With Mental Health, Developmentally Challenged And Substance Abuse Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am experienced in the category of special needs. I have worked as a case manager in the mental Health field and have worked with detox and developmentally challenged individuals. I have worked with borderline, schizophrenic, bipolar, schizo-affective, depression, anxiety d/o individuals and many more. I have 7 years...
5.0
"Kathy really went the extra mile for me. She did all of the little things I would have wanted (but which were not necessarily expected), such as a phone call while negotiating the job and a confirmation text the day before work was to begin, almost as though she...

Harmony M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fairfield, CA

Nichole S.

5.0

Oh my goodness where do I begin!? Nicole is absolutely amazing, she is reliable, caring and extremely detailed. She has taken care of my infant for almost a year now. Nicole is punctual and extremely responsible. My daughter is constantly learning with Nichole, she reads to her and always makes sure...

- Ashley W.

Elizabeth P.

5.0

We love Elizabeth. She has become like part of our family. She goes above and beyond and is kind and patient. Also we work from home and she knows very well how to give space and when help is needed. Highly recommend this loving person.

- Tara B.

Linda G.

5.0

She is caring, knowledgeable and competent. Being a grandmother, she tends to act like one with children. I would highly recommend her.

- Marvin P.

Madison M.

5.0

Madison has experience working with kids with special needs, she cared for my 9 year old who has Down syndrome. Madison also aided her academically.

- Natalie A.

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

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Fairfield, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.