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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 $27/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Lafayette, CA

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Katherine K.


Concord, CA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Experienced Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was born and raised in the East Bay, and am passionate about working and connecting with children. I hold a Master's in Mental Health Counseling and am currently working as a teacher part time at a local preschool. I have cared for children in different capacities for the past 15 years- privately as a babysitter and nanny for...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Would give more stars if I could. I highly recommend Erin as she is an amazing nanny who will care for your children like they are her own. I found her to be incredibly genuine and a natural with our 4 year old son. She is calm, knowledgeable, flexible, and prompt....

Lauren R.

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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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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, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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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Sierra L.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$24-25/hr4 yrs exp

I am currently a Respite Caregiver for children with special needs! I have experience working with and caring for children and teens on the Autism spectrum, who have Down Syndrome, ADHD, and more. I've also cared for children who are nonverbal. I work with children who require extra attention and support, and I understand it can...
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Cecly T.


Concord, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate About Children, People, Animals, The Earth

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, thank you for visiting my profile. Highlights of Candidacy Listed Below -25 years child care experience (newborn-high school) -5+ years of experience with Autism, Neurodiversity/Special needs -Bilingual English/Spanish -CPR certified -Certificated substitute teacher since 2005 -VIP Kid Teacher for Chinese...
Cecly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Cecly has been the nanny to our 5 year old autistic son for a few years now. She does a great job with him and shows tremendous patience. Our son loves her to death and she will even keep him over night sometimes when needed."

Vince O.

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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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Karen R.


Martinez, CA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver Looking To Help Families In Need Of Quality Care For All Ages.

I am a licensed childcare provider for over 30 years. I have experience with diabetes care, insulin shots and blood sugar monitoring. Also experienced in mental health issues and senior care.
5.0
"I have the opportunity to know Karen for over 30 years. In my years of knowing her she has been the best caregiver of my children and others children. She has a sense of the child and anticipates their needs fully. She is very professional, knowledgeable and...

Paula R.

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, transportation, companionship & more
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Yvonne Q.


Berkeley, CA

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

Creative Sitter Inspired By Young Minds!

I have worked in a professional environment with children (ages 0-5) at the Early Childhood Education center at my community college and I am now a senior at UC Berkeley. I also have experience working in-home with children (ages 3-13) with special needs. I grew up with 4 younger siblings so I am very familiar with caring for...
Yvonne can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kathryn R.


Concord, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Very Caring

Hi my name is Kathryn and I was an RN for 23 years. I was a respite worker for 7 years. I enjoy helping the little ones learn to read write and love playing learning games. I am comfortable with animals as I have 2 dogs and 7 cats at home. I have experience working with autism and all forms of special needs. I have 25 years...
Kathryn can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, dementia
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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, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Emily L.


Moraga, CA

$17-25/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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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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Tatiana K.


Oakland, CA

$24-30/hr

Occupational Therapy Student

I am just about to receive my license to become an OTR, so I have all the skills of an entry-level therapist!
I'm supportive, friendly and responsible. Good cook. I've have been working as a massage therapist more than 5 years and have experience of caregiving with children with special needs and seniors. I've helped with recovery after surgeries and injuries.
Olena can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification
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Lejla B.


Concord, CA

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Lejla (Layla), I'm 22 years old, and I have 5 years of childcare experience from newborns to the teenage years, I also have experience with special needs kids as well. I've worked as a teacher for preschoolers and then K-5, with many years of baby sitting as well. I'm also a new mother to my beautiful baby girl. I'm...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lafayette, CA

Katherine K.

5.0

Would give more stars if I could. I highly recommend Erin as she is an amazing nanny who will care for your children like they are her own. I found her to be incredibly genuine and a natural with our 4 year old son. She is calm, knowledgeable, flexible, and prompt. My husband and I always felt...

- Lauren R.

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

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.

Cecly T.

5.0

I hired Cecly to drive my daughter to a party, she went the extra mile and made sure she was dropped off securely, communicated with me along the way. She was very thorough in my time of need. Thank you!!

- Care member

Lakeisha S.

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 home life and outside activities for...

- Donald W.

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