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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lafayette, CA

The average posted rate is $27/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Lafayette, CA

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Kaitlyn G.


Martinez, CA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
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: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, live-in home care, home modification, dementia & 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

$17-29/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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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
"Rose is a really wonderful caretaker and our toddler is so fond of her. She’s an excellent communicator and great to work with. Would highly recommend!"

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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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Alesia M.


Oakland, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Career Nanny Available For Compassionate Care

With 20 years of experience caring for children with special needs, I bring a wealth of knowledge, patience, and understanding to every caregiving situation. Whether your child has developmental delays, physical disabilities, sensory processing disorders, autism spectrum disorder, or other special needs, I am committed to...
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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...
5.0
"We worked with Lakeisha early in the pandemic as a daily aide for our 4yo son with disabilities. We were so grateful for her assistance and expertise. She is patient, accommodating, knowledgeable and kind. She assisted in both academic study and...

Arielle B.

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Elena R.


Oakland, CA

$35/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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Sierra L.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$25-45/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 6 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep & 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Laura C.


Concord, CA

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Hello I'm Laura And I Hve So Many Years Experience As Caregiver And I Can Help You

Hello I'm Laura and I have so many years experience working as caregiver and I'm here to help you, I also have experience taking care of special needs.
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Erin S.


El Cerrito, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Auntie And Dog Lover

I'm an older sister and took care of my younger brother and cousins growing up. I volunteered for special needs kids during primary school and later worked with adults with physical and mental disabilities during college. I love being an auntie to my neices and nephews as well as taking care of my little cousins when possible....
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
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Emily L.


Moraga, CA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

My name is Emily L. I am a sophomore at Saint Mary's College of California. I have worked 5 summers and three F/W/S at camp ANCHOR. (Assisting the needs of citizens with handicaps through organized recreation) This is a camp for special needs people ages ranging from 5-65. I love my work and would love to continue it along with...
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Sepi V.


Walnut Creek, CA

$17-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Occasional Sitter

I love children of all kinds. I have 9 years of experience with children of all ages and all kinds as well. I love them and am passionate about what I do and how well I care for them. I am an extremely kind individual. I am very responsible and clean. I am also aware of how hard it is for a parent to trust someone with their...
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Rebecca V.


Concord, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Kindergaren Teacher & Mom

Hi there! I have been a kindergarten teacher since 2016. I have extensive experience compassionately working with diverse groups of children. From being a caregiver to six young siblings to volunteering internationally in an orphanage, I have loved supporting all of these children while they have grown and developed. For the...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Fari V.


Walnut Creek, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

I have two older girls of my own, ages 22 and 24. Therefore, I have years and years of experience with children and would absolutely care for any other child as my own. I am looking for a full-time and long-term job and, if possible, for the child to be dropped at my house and this would include, food, toys, movies and other...
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Annaliese P.


Berkeley, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

You And Your Child's New Favorite Sitter! :)

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

My name is Annaliese and I am 24 years old. I have 11 official years of experience caring for children ranging from newborns to 15-year-olds, although I have been watching my younger brothers and neighbors since I was 11. I am currently working on two AS degrees in Biological Sciences and Health Sciences to transfer to UCSC, but...
Annaliese can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CNA

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lafayette, CA

Kaitlyn G.

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.

Hilda W.

5.0

We just love Hilda and she really does well with my Mom and is so nice. Highly recommend her.

- Jodie G.

Priscila S.

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 connection with both of them. She also...

- Eryn P.

Rose L.

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 continues to nurse and Rose has had no...

- Care member

Molly P.

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 potentialconflict quickly and had a positive...

- Stephanie L.

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