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: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, home modification & more

Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

5.0

"I hired Alison as a personal assistant for around two years and was thrilled by and so grateful for her support. I’m a busy professional who also struggles with ADHD and physical limitations. That’a why every week Alison was there to assist me with tasks such as...

Mattie C.

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Josie A.

Stanford, CA

$17-28/hr • 6 yrs exp

Energetic And Passionate Sitter

5.0

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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: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Josie is the best!!! I really can’t say enough good things about her. She’s super sweet and gentle, a total natural with little ones. I’ve known her and her family for a long time, and I can confidently say she is someone you can rely on and trust to genuinely care...

Care member

Claudia O.

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Early Child Education Experenced Loving Caring And Passionate With My Job

4.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name Is Claudia I have lived in Mountain View for most of my life. I studied in foothill college where I took child development. I have also taken courses for children with special needs. I have personal experience with children on the spectrum. I have cared for children new born 4 months to 8-year-olds. I have nannied...

Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

Early Education

5.0

"Claudia was our full-time nanny for both kids in their baby/toddler phases. The kids loved her because she was kind, patient, creative (drawing, clay, building!) , musical, and fun. I loved her because she was easy-going, helpful, and communicated openly with us...

Care member

Jill R.

$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

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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.

$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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Evangeline M.

$35/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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Feri and very kind and detail oriented! Our daughter, who is usually afraid of new people, warmed up to Feri quickly. Feri went plenty of photos and videos to help us feel comfortable (at our request!) We will definitely hire her again."

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

$33-45/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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Trustline Certified

5.0

"Melissa was great. She came through for our family when we were in a bind. Our need for child care was unique and at an awkward time (before school one morning) and Melissa showed up early and ready to go. She was great with my five year old son. I appreciated...

Darren F.

Donna L.

$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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"Donna take care my daughter very well, an my son loves Donna so much!"

Ren L.

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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Lilian, or Nini as we call her, has been our nanny for almost 3 years and joined us when our oldest daughter was 4 months old. We now have a 1 year old and 3 year old who have been lovingly cared for by Nini as if they were her own. We moved from CA to NY during...

Maggie 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 am not a nanny! I have experience working with children with special needs from children. With typical children, I have most experience mostly with age 1 to 10+. I work with children on their developmental milestones, focus on building their fine motor skills through arts & crafts, emotional regulation, social skills and...

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

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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: Light cleaning, meal prep

Miranda R.

Alviso, CA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Summer Sitter!

I have four years of experience with babysitting. I have babysat many of my family member's children and was hired by my former high school teacher to babysit her2-year-old son. I also have experience with special needs children, as I grew up with a sister with Down Syndrome. I can help with Travel, Swimming Supervision,...

Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Yaya R.

Redwood City, CA

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp