Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Los Altos, CA

$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Everyone Gets Old If They're Lucky

5.0

(3)

Hello, my name is Alison and I am a caregiver, personal assistant, and companion in one. I am 36 and have amassed numerous skills relating to taking care of people's wants and needs. I have the awareness and discernment for the appropriate response to your situation at hand. I assist in adhering to the recommendations of your...

Alison can also help with: Meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, home modification, companionship & more

Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

5.0

"Alison helped me pack, unpack, and organize from a move. She was very efficient, careful, and made the transition go so well. She listened to what I wanted but also made some great suggestions for setting up our things. My husband was in the hospital, and I have...

Karin M.

Alison V.

$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion

I have delicate experience working with neurodiverse learners and enjoy the challenge of communicating with alternative learning styles. I have experience working with adults on the autism spectrum, developmental delays, memory impairment, physical disabilities, and terminal illnesses. I am patient and love to advance my skills...

Sarahi O.

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Sarahi I'm currently completing my studies in Early Childhood. I have 6+ years experience working with children. I'm currently working as an after-school program teacher. I also have a lot experience working with children on the autism spectrum and other special needs. Feel free to ask any other questions about...

Karoline L.

$30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello, families! My name is Karoline. Portuguese is my first language, but I also speak English and a little Spanish, as well as Brazilian Sign Language (I plan to learn ASL soon). I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, and working with children is my life. I love what I do. I have worked with both typical and atypical...

Alex F.

$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I play beach volleyball for West Valley College and I am pursuing a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design. In my free time, I love to rock climb as well as create art in the forms of painting, drawing, and crocheting. I'd describe my be outgoing, patient, and bubbly which is why I connect and work well with kids. I found a deep...

Alex can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep

Josie A.

Stanford, CA

$15-28/hr • 6 yrs exp

Energetic And Passionate Sitter

5.0

(2)

Hello! My name is Josie , and I am from San Diego, California. I have 6 years of experience with babysitting kids ranged from 5 months-13 years, and kids with special needs as well! I am passionate about being an involved sitter, and really enjoy getting to know the kids and help them learn new skills.

Josie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Josie cared for our two girls several times when we had social and work obligations, including an entire week in which she arrived early in the morning, got the kids ready for school, and dropped them off when I had to be at work early. She was great with the...

Care member

Doha R.

$50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Private Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Doha! I am a reliable, patient, and creative nanny. I have nine years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have five years experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I coached gymnastics to elementary aged children. I volunteered with the local Special Olympics and have extensive experience with...

Doha can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Doha helped us for a week take care of our 9 month old son, who was dealing with a pretty tough cold at the time. Doha was very caring and put in the extra effort to make him feel comfortable when he was clearly not feeling very well. Thank you Doha!"

John D.

Jill R.

$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am passionate about what I do because through my extensive training with a physical therapist, occupational therapist and speech therapist that I can greatly enhance the facilitation of development of the child and help with the family.

5.0

"Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome experience. She learns things really quickly, is very careful...

Bart S.

Lilly H.

Sunnyvale, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Grandmother With Plenty Of Space In The Heart, Looking For Grandchildren

5.0

(1)

Hi, there! My name is Lilly. I am mother and grandmother, with many years of experience as a babysitter. I know how hard its leave the most precious of our life to a stranger! Let me tell you a little bit about me, I have been married to the same person for 22 years and I deserve a medal! I have lots of patience, common sense,...

Lilly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Evangeline M.

Sunnyvale, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a kind, patient and a nurturing person, organized and energetic too. I have raised three sons. I have a passion for providing care for children because when we have a positive impact in the child's life it is most rewarding. I have worked with preschool children for 10 years and as well as with 5 and 6-year-old at a before...

Evangeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Ferihan B.

Santa Clara, CA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny - Babysitter / California

5.0

(11)

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

Hello Families! I'm a dedicated nanny with a Bachelor's Degree in Health Management and over 10 years of childcare experience. I've cared for children aged 2 months to 13 years, working with 40+ families across diverse cultures. My Qualifications: TrustLine Certified (background checks cleared). CPR, First Aid, and AED...

Ferihan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Ferihan was absolutely perfect with our 13 month old daughter. She is very natural with kids, and our girl warmed up to her quickly, which is not her usual behavior. They went on walks, she cooked for her, and while our daughter napped, Ferihan helped with stuff...

Care member

Wemerson R.

$30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Wonderful Nanny/older Brother For Your Kids

5.0

(1)

Hi! 7-year experienced nanny, caring for all kinds of kids, including special needs. Currently, I care for a wonderful 4-year-old special needs child but am seeking a new opportunity for growth and better self-development. I believe in positive education and patience as key pillars for raising a child. I studied physical...

Wemerson can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Wemerson helped us out for spring break. The lads loved him and played games with him. They all also went out to museums, etc. and had a great time."

Care member

Melissa P.

$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(7)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am a hard working and energetic 32-year-old with tons of experience caring for children. Including children with special needs. I have worked in a pediatric hospital and nannied for families while I was in my child development classes for college. I have worked with 4 families in the last 3 yrs with a mix of ages 3 months to...

Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

Trustline Certified

CPR

5.0

"Melissa was very helpful, our son absolutely loved her. Very fun and energetic, which is exactly what a 2 year old enjoys. She was able to adapt to our fluctuating schedule well. She brought fun activities and toys for our son to enjoy. Even our small dog loved...

Bryan E.

Donna L.

Sunnyvale, CA

$35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Skilled With Special Needs Children

5.0

(3)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi Parents! Do you need help during the summer? I currently work at an elementary school in the Sunnyvale School District working with children with special needs. I have three children of my own: 1 elementary, 1 in middle school, and 1 high school. From 2021 to 2023, I worked as a nanny for a family when their daughter was 5...

Donna can also help with: Light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"She is really good with the infants! Her energy is really calm and composed and my baby immediately became calm. She is definitely professional and has great wisdom for how to raise kids! "

Care member

Lilian M.

Menlo Park, CA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

(6)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working as a family assistant for over 17 years also working as a night nurse with newborn. With my experience I have learned how fun working with all kind smart, curious, funny, challenging and special need kids. They have their own personality. I believe kids need patience fun, love and discipline. I believe a...

Lilian can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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"Lilian, or Nini as well call her, has been with our family for almost 3 years and joined us when our first daughter was 4 months old. We have been extremely lucky to have Nini in our lives. We moved from CA to NY while Nini was with us and Nini offered to help with...

Todd P.

Barbara S.

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider, Special Needs

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have many years experience working with persons with disabilities. Ages range from the NICU to adulthood. I have worked in group homes, independent living centers as staff and in management. Familiar with all aspects of Title 7. Worked with SARC, San Joaquin Regional Center. Experience in implementing IEP, IHP etc. CPR,...

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"Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one of them that the cat stopped soiling in the house out...

Lee B.

Jennifer L.

Cupertino, CA

$50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs/Preschool Educator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children with special needs from children with Autism, CP & Fragile X. With typical children, I have most experience mostly with age 1 to 10+. I would actively participate with children by engaging in fine motor skills, social play, arts & crafts to assist them with early academic learning with...

Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Aracelly B.

Redwood City, CA

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caregiver

1.0

(1)

Hello my name is Aracelly. I have experienced as caregiver many year because I have my father who lives with me, and he needs help because he has dialysis 3 times a week. I like to work with people who need help. Right now I am currently student at Cañada college, I am taking classes special need education.

Aracelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning

Yaya R.

Redwood City, CA

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a caregiver for more than 20years for elderly patients and children I also have experience work with autism spectrum disorder patients food intolerance and other special Needs I speak fluent English , Portuguese and Spanish . I would Love to help to help your love one providing great companionship to special needs,...

Yaya can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation

Miranda R.

Alviso, CA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Summer Sitter!