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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lafayette, CA

The average posted rate is $26/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Lafayette, CA

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Bridget B.


Berkeley, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Drop In/Date Night Sitter!

4.8

(16)

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Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Bridget and I'm 23. I use to work at daycare where I usually cared for multiple kids at a time. I worked with many different types of kids such as twins/siblings, children with special needs and babies. I am CPR, First Aid, and AED certified. I have recently completed a babysitting class where we specifically learned...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Bridget watched our two kids, ages 10 and 12 at a hotel in SF. She was very punctual and communicated well. She watched my daughter at the pool and also took our dog out to potty. Highly recommend Bridget."

Maricar K.

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Madelene S.


Walnut Creek, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maddie, I am a UCSD grad on the path to becoming a child psychologist. I practice gentle and positive discipline techniques and have a passion for instilling confidence and self regulation skills in children. I began babysitting at age 11, and haven't stopped since! Over the years, I have gained experience...
Madelene can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Madelene was great with our kids and went above and beyond to help them have a great time and make responsible choices. Left the place clean and organized and the kids are asking for her to come back. :-)"

Kurt D.

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Alma J.


Danville, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

I Have Experience in California In Care for Babies and Kids and Adult

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Alma. I have 7 years of experience in care, babies and kids. I have one girl 6 years, I love babies and kids, I have good references. I have experience in adult 65+ .
5.0
"Alma worked with us caring for our three children. She was caring and sensitive as well as willing to learn about our autistic sons needs. We have twin boys and a daughter and she was TERRIFIC! The kids love her."

Bridgette B.

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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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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Creative And Highly Specialized Child Caretaker

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Postpartum Doula, Special Needs Caretaker and Nanny. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I support play based learning and have extra training around social and emotional growth in regard to behavioral health and other emotional or...
Rose can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

CPR

5.0
"Our daughter has pretty severe separation anxiety normally, but she adjusted to Rose very quickly. Rose has a real talent for playing with and entertaining toddlers, and we loved having her in our home. We will be hiring Rose again. "

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Kaitlyn G.


Martinez, CA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Kaitlyn. A little bit about me is, I have a lot of experience as I have worked in many classrooms, day cares, and nanny positions. I am attentive and fun, I like to keep the kids occupied and moving throughout the day, with various activities. I enjoy imaginative play, singing, dancing, reading, etc. I have spent...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaitlyn was very attentive and hands on with my son and my daughter. We hired her on as a part time nanny and absolutely fell in love with her! We unfortunately moved out of state and couldn't keep her with us 10/10"

Isabella H.

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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: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, home modification, dementia, hospice services & 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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Priscila S.


Walnut Creek, CA

$15-29/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time - Reliable And Loving Childcare Provider.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dear family, Thank you for checking out my profile! My name is Priscila, I am 29 years old. Currently I work as a full-time nanny and take care of two lovely babies - However, one of the families I work for is moving to NY & I am looking for an other nanny position with another great family! I have more than 10 years'...
Priscila can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Pri worked with our family for nearly 2 years and was absolutely wonderful! She cared for our first son starting when he was 9 months old and then our second son when he was about 8 months. She was reliable, nurturing and fun with our boys, forming a strong...

Eryn P.

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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a highly skilled special needs child caretaker, Paraprofessional and Doula. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I am passionate about supporting people to thrive. I have extensive experience across the life cycle serving toddlers; school aged...
5.0
"I am grateful to have found Rose. She takes very good care of my child and also cares for us all as a family. For example, as first time parents we were very nervous about allowing someone to take care of our child and she was very sensitive to that. My wife...

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Katrina D.


Oakland, CA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate And Caring Nanny Ready To Nurture Your Little Ones!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I am actively seeking an opportunity to work with a wonderful family as a nanny. I've dedicated 15 years to the rewarding role of childcare provider. My passion for childcare was nurtured from a young age, growing up with a mother who specialized in early childhood development and special needs care. I have not...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katrina is one of the most caring and thoughtful humans I have had the joy to meet. She is a reflective and honest caretaker and met each day with humor, and compassion. Katerina valued what my needs were as a new mother as well as how she could best support my...

Madison B.

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Molly P.


Berkeley, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Beloved Career Nanny Now Available!

Experienced caregiver with over 13 years of expertise specializing in premature infants, multiples, special-needs, and autistic children. Proven ability to create a safe, engaging environment tailored to each child's unique needs. Skilled in fostering development, promoting communication and ensuring the well-being of children....
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Molly is an amazing nanny! She is extremely punctual and reliable, and was very involved in my twin girls’ development and care. She is sunny and positive and has excellent management skills. Mollys emotional intelligence is strong, she picks up on...

Stephanie L.

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Leah Z.


Berkeley, CA

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! I am a positive, trustworthy, and respectful person who is looking for a job as a nanny as I move back to the Bay Area from spending the last few years in Hawaii. I have worked with children of all ages and have knowledge of caring for children with special needs. I have 5 years worth of experience, through...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Leah is amazing and is a wonderful caregiver. She is reliable, punctual and extremely responsible. I could not recommend her more. She is wonderful with children and is also great at cooking and any other necessary tasks that you may have around the home. She...

Laura K.

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Lakeisha S.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a degree in Kinesiology from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete from childhood-18 yrs.) but when I graduated, there was a change of heart. I have most of my experiences as a mother first, to my beautiful...
4.0
"Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my son engaged him and quickly form trusted and supporting bond. She is trustworthy and she became part of the fabric of our...

Donald W.

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Elena R.


Oakland, CA

$33/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Tutor

Compassionate, analytical, and enthusiastic, my approach to life is guided by empathy and understanding. Currently enrolled in a graduate program for Masters in moderate to severe disabilities, I am dedicated to furthering my knowledge and skills in special education. Next school year, I will transition into the role of a...
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Thalia B.


Oakland, CA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience with both special needs children and typically developing kids. I spent two summers in college teaching a kids climbing camp for Touchstone. As a camp councilor, I taught up to 20 children how to climb as well as climbing safety. My experience with special needs children has been life long. My 18-year-old...
Thalia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sierra L.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$19-45/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sierra! I am a professional caregiver for children of all ages with special needs, and a part time nanny/babysitter. I have experience working with kids ages 1-14. I am looking for some extra babysitting and pet sitting work. I am skilled in working with children both with and without special needs. I am caring,...
Sierra can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Astrid P.


Martinez, CA

$25-35/hr

Very Flexible Reliable Personal Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My strengths: - extremely reliable and trustworthy - self motivated, going beyond what is expected - very flexible and having common sense - people person, can easily relate to people in different situations - Mother of 2 grown up children - World traveler and open minded - speaking multiple languages Currently taking...
Astrid can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Hello! I'm Katie and I recently graduated from UC Berkeley. I was born and raised in Marin county and started babysitting at the age of 13. I was also a nanny/babysitter during my four years in Berkeley and I moved to SF after graduation to work in research at UCSF. I love spending time with kids! I am very active, but also love...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kristine A.


Martinez, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Professional (0-10)

Hello! I am a Mom of 4 wonderful grown kids. I went back to college while raising them to study early childhood education. I taught and directed at co-op preschool and adult school. Emphasis studies in special needs particularly add, adhd, dyslexia, and sensor processing. I love animals, too. I've had many in the classroom and...
Kristine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Josie S.


Concord, CA

$22-35/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter!

I have 5 years of experience with kids from the ages of 2-10, as well as children with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and helping kids with online/hybrid learning. I am a medical assistant and I am CPR certified! Looking forward to hearing from you!
Josie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lafayette, CA

Bridget B.

5.0

Bridget watched our two kids, ages 10 and 12 at a hotel in SF. She was very punctual and communicated well. She watched my daughter at the pool and also took our dog out to potty. Highly recommend Bridget.

- Maricar K.

Madelene S.

5.0

Madelene was great with our kids and went above and beyond to help them have a great time and make responsible choices. Left the place clean and organized and the kids are asking for her to come back. :-)

- Kurt D.

Alma J.

5.0

Alma worked with us caring for our three children. She was caring and sensitive as well as willing to learn about our autistic sons needs. We have twin boys and a daughter and she was TERRIFIC! The kids love her.

- Bridgette B.

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.

Rose L.

5.0

Rose is consistent, gentle, and incredibly knowledgeable about child development. Our toddler, who’d only spent time with relatives, immediately warmed up to her. Rose is a very active caregiver, taking our kiddo to explore parks and the botanical garden nearby. Highly recommend working with her!

- Care member

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