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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Los Gatos, CA
The average posted rate is $31/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Los Gatos, CA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a lifetime of experience helping people. I can help with just about any side work needed. I have experience with special needs, 6+ years as a registered nurse, and am a great cook. I'd love to help where it's needed!
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have hired Danielle twice to babysit our toddler and she is a total natural with kids. She was professional, friendly and great with our little girl. Would absolutely hire her again!"
Alison K.
4.9
(20)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello, Families!
Hola, My name is Elvira L, and I am thrilled to introduce myself as your potential new professional nanny.
With over 15 years of dedicated childcare experience, I have had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from precious newborns to energetic preschoolers, and even those with special needs. Safety is...
Elvira can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Elvira is the best babysitter we have had. She loves kids and cares a lot for them. She has taken care of our two little girls for the past one year and a half. Our girls now 6 and 3, love her She is punctual and ethical and reliable. We cannot ask for anything...
Care member
Zoey D.
San Jose, CA
$20-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had a passion for working with kids with special needs. I have been a assistant in the special needs class at my high school for 2 years. I am very patient and I am very bubbly and can always keep people entertained I am CPR and first aid certified and I also got credit for a emergency medical responder class.
5.0
"Zoey has been wonderful with our toddler twins. She plays with them and comforts them if they need it. I work from home and appreciate how flexible Zoey is. She's a great listener and dependable !"
Rebecca G.
Vanessa R.
Boulder Creek, CA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have a lifetime of experience with children of all ages. Recently relocated to the area. Adventurous world traveler to 35 countries, amateur chef, music & animal lover. Kind, patient, nurturing, creative, fun & trustworthy. Stepmom to 1 daughter (3-8). I LOVE kids & will take care of them as if they're my own! I helped care...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
5.0
"My son had a great time, thanks."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lauren, a mother of 2 and I've been a professional nanny for 26 years. I have extensive experience with ages newborn- 13 years old & experience with children with allergies, medical needs and developmental/special needs.
I have been a nanny for my current family for 10 years and the kids are growing up (as they do!) and...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren joined us when my first son was born 9 years ago, continued to grow with us when my second son was born 6 years ago, and has truly become a part of our family. She is kind, generous and patient with our kids. She's navigated changes in her own family over...
Amanda S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an Liberal Arts/ Education graduate from Dominican University and a graduate of Los Medians College in Pittsburg, California with an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and Liberal Arts. I have certification to work with children with special needs, infants and toddler, assistant teaching, along with multiple...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi !! My name is Melissa. I am 30 years Old. I have been a babysitter for the past 5 years, I graduated from College on Business in my country of origin Peru, I'd love to help you care for your children. I have always been good with children. I started with babysitting my neighbors kids and then realizing that I really love to...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Melissa was our nanny for over a year. She was very reliable, very sweet, and a wonderful nanny. We would hire her again but my daughter will be in school. Wish her the best."
Sonya W.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I care for two siblings with autism, along with a third child who too has autism. They have taught me more than I could have ever anticipated. They have hearts of gold and are beautiful young human beings. I came into this not knowing much about autism, but I have learned so much and find it fastening to see them overcome their...
4.0
"Julia only worked with us briefly, but I would recommend her to work with your children. We have a son who is on the spectrum and can be very difficult; Julia did an excellent job with him. "
Molly L.
Experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst and doctoral candidate with a speech pathology background. My high rate reflects the expertise I bring, offering full-time high-level therapy to clients. I selectively accept work comparable to my current rate, prioritizing quality service. With extensive experience in behavior...
Julie can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Miriam G.
Saratoga, CA
$22-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
I am highly experienced with children from infancy onwards and started babysitting in middle school. I am also Montessori-certified for ages 0-6 and have classroom experience both as a teacher and as a special needs aide.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I have 7+ year's experience in Senior Care working with various cases from Parkinson, Dementia, Alzheimer, clients with special needs. I do not see this as a job but more so, something that I am enjoy doing. I also do house cleaning and cooking, I'm a great team player and thrive under pressure. My ethnic background is...
Aminiasi can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, home modification, respite care, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
I have been working with special needs children and adults for 2 years. I am very experienced with challenging behavior and being able to redirect. I am also first aid/ CPR certified. I have my license and my own car!
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I worked in pediatric health care in a clinical and hospital setting for 10 years. I have experience with a variety of children of all ages and skill levels. I am very comfortable and feel a special connection to children and adults with special or focused needs.
I am also a former veterinary technician, I love and have...
Dana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Heather W.
Santa Clara, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Heather and I have many years of experience in caregiving. In 2010 I helped my grandfather for 4 years until he was placed on Hospice. I have assisted 2 stroke patients with their day-to-day needs. As a mother of three, including one child with special needs, caregiving comes easy to me, although since a child...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am an ABA therapist, with 9 years of experience with special needs kids. I had 4years of experience as Certified Nurse Assistant ( CNA) . Many years experience as a nanny. Love to help people and assist with their needs.
Dohar can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Jenelle A.
San Jose, CA
$22-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am an experienced caregiver who has been working with people for over the past 5 years. I have had many stroke, dementia, and elderly patients to care for. I have done things for them such as medication management, doctor appointments, cooking food, doing laundry, cleaning. I have experience with diabetes and dialysis as well....
Jazmin R.
San Jose, CA
$27-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have been a caregiver for 9 years, I've had the pleasure of working with a range of youth - senior. I helped with their daily living needs. I have provided companionship - full hands on assistance and everything in between. My approach to the care I provide is a gentle and compassionate one, patient and understanding. I'm...
Martha O.
San Jose, CA
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced With Special Needs, Diabetic Care, And Elderly With Dementia And Alzheimers
Hello I have been working with children and adults with special needs for quite a few years. experienced with special needs, diabetic care, and elderly with dementia and Alzheimers. I am very passionate about those with those that need careful attention and I'm very patient to pay attention to detail. I am a licensed vocational...
Yanisa R.
San Jose, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Yanisa. I bring five years of childcare experience. Following my graduation with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing Science from Thailand, I worked in the pediatrics department of a hospital for three years. In the hospital, my work involves caring for children with special needs. I've been caring for my host...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Julissa L.
San Jose, CA
$25-40/hr
I have worked in care giving for about 3 years. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer's, ADHD, autism, and developmentally challenged.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Los Gatos, CA
Danielle K.
5.0
We needed Danielle’s help one afternoon with last minute babysitting coverage for our toddler. She was attentive, agreeable, and even helped us out by folding laundry too! She was willing to wear a mask. No complaints. Would definitely hire her again if our schedules align; keeping her in mind for...
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Elvira L.
5.0
We've used Tatty as a dog sitter for our dog Tim on three occasions. She is reliable, communicative, and very good with pets. Tim is completely scared of strangers but when Tatty comes over he always comes out to say hello. My husband and I have been able to enjoy our vacations because we know Tim...
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Zoey D.
5.0
Zoey has been wonderful with our toddler twins. She plays with them and comforts them if they need it. I work from home and appreciate how flexible Zoey is. She's a great listener and dependable !
- Rebecca G.
Vanessa R.
5.0
Vanessa was great! Communicative, kind, and I felt like my kid was in good hands.
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Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren joined us when my first son was born 9 years ago, continued to grow with us when my second son was born 6 years ago, and has truly become a part of our family. She is kind, generous and patient with our kids. She's navigated changes in her own family over the years, as well as moves for...
- Amanda S.
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Ratings for Los Gatos, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Los Gatos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.