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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Milpitas, CA

The average posted rate is $28/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Milpitas, CA

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Fernanda R.


Santa Clara, CA

$28-30/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I understand that, as a parent, you want the best for your child. With my background in school psychology and experience in working with students of all abilities, I can offer specialized support to help your child thrive. My expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) means I have a deep understanding of how to support...
Fernanda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We couldn’t be happier with Fernanda as our babysitter. She is incredibly caring, responsible, and attentive to our baby’s needs. Fernanda has a natural ability to connect with our child, making playtime both fun and educational. She always arrives on time and is...

Liang M.

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Elvira L.


Santa Clara, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For A Job As Nanny

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

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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...

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Zoey D.


San Jose, CA

$18-22/hr9 yrs exp

I Love Kids And I Am Very Energetic!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Zoey and I would love to help! I have been babysitting/nannying for about 10 years and have experience with kids of all ages (6 days old to 18!). I am a swim coach in the summers and right now I work at a day care for kids 8 weeks old-12 years old. I also have experience with kids with special needs. I was a...
Zoey can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Zoey was punctual, caring and calm with our 10-month old son well. She played with him, was able to put him to sleep, took him for a walk and he was very comfortable with her. Would definitely hire again. "

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Sofia S.


Fremont, CA

$32/hr3 yrs exp

Good Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi My name is Sofia . I am 30 years old. I was born and raised in Colombia . I am a fluent Spanish and English speaker. I am looking to have a good working relationship with the family I provide care for ensuring mutual respect and communication. Previously, I received my degree in education and worked as a preschool...
Sofia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sofia has been a loving and engaging caregiver for our son and his nannyshare partner for over a year. She has brought great energy and ideas to keep the boys (now almost 3) engaged each day, from art projects, to playgrounds and other outings. She does a great...

Jess B.

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Jessica D.


San Jose, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

4.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently studying for my Nursing boards. I have graduated from Creighton University with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. I have worked and volunteered for children with special need 6 years with physical and developmental disabilities in Challenge sports. I started off as a basic volunteer eventually I moved to coaches...
4.0
"Jessica is very friendly and positive. She works extremely well with my two very different sons, one of whom is autistic and has limited verbal skills. I am impressed that she is able to handle both of them at once! Her availability is limited, but aside from...

Molly L.

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Thais S.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm Thais I'm from Brazil. I took care of twins for 3 years, they were 8 months old. second experience the boy was 2 years old and the baby girl was 6 months old, for 2 years. third experience two girls they were 7 and 8 years old for 1 year. fourth experience 3 kids, the baby girl was 11 months old and I pick up the boys from...
Thais can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was great with the kids! We are happy to have her come help our family again!"

Patricia O.

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David B.


Fremont, CA

$40-50/hr4 yrs exp

Providing Exceptional Special Needs Services

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Life gets better when you surround yourself with the right people. I value moral character and discipline, and I believe that fostering happiness and ensuring your child's safety are the most crucial aspects of caregiving. Services Offered Housekeeping, Snack Time, Mind-Body Exercises, Cooking & Baking Sports Lessons, The Mile...
5.0
"We are incredibly grateful for the exceptional care and support that David provided to our special needs child for the past two years. From the moment we met David, we knew that our child would be in the best hands possible. We cannot praise him enough for his...

Claudia P.

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Maria V.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

The Care You Need With A Bright Smile

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I consider myself as an energetic, positive and hard working gal with 4 years of paid experience as a caregiver for people between the ages 3-65. Fortunately, I worked for the Los Angeles Unified School District as a Special Education Substitute with children between the ages 3-17. I currently work as a Registered...

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.

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Jenifer M.


San Jose, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

I AM A BABY AND INFANT SLEEP CARE SPECIALIST

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I care deeply about the health and well-being of infants and toddlers. Having dedicated over 20 years of my career to working with families in childcare has made me aware of the importance sleep has in the development of healthy children. Working with dozens of parents, I have found that one of the most difficult problems...
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Hayley C.


Fremont, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a high school honors biology teacher in San Jose. I am also a lifeguard and swim instructor with my first aid and CPR certifications. I coach diving at Stanford on some weekday evenings. I have been lifeguarding since 2013. I coached Special Olympics swimming. Taught multiple private swim lessons from infant-adult as...
Hayley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hayley is an outstanding young woman who loves children and connects well with them. She is gentle and kind, but knows how to balance authority with fun. Great with a wide variety of ages, we will hire her from now on! You won't be disappointed. "

Trace M.

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Lilly H.


Sunnyvale, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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

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

CPR

First Aid

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Leilani M.


San Jose, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a career Nanny in a private home setting since 2007. I transitioned to a special needs Nanny in 2018. I absolutely love working with special needs and want to further both my career & experience. I have experience with autistic young adults & adolescents. I have also worked Downs syndrome as well as non-verbal. My...
Leilani can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello! I am an active and positive person who has over 10+ years tutoring and taking care of children. Throughout high school, I would tutor middle schoolers and take care of elementary schoolers in after school programs. In college, I worked as an English Language Learner tutor, and I would tutor students with special needs....
Aylin can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Miranda R.


Alviso, CA

$20-25/hr4 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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Thao V.


San Jose, CA

$21-26/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience in taking kids with special needs (I was working as a paraeducator aide for San Mateo County)
Thao can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Katheryn T.


Santa Clara, CA

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

Friendly And Patient

Hi! My name is Katheryn, Ive worked as a nanny for the past 5 years and have built relationships with families that will last a lifetime! I love kids and love being somebody aside from their parents that they can trust and depend on. I have experience with ages 2-10 and with special needs. Looking for a new family that could use...
Katheryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah G.


Santa Clara, CA

$19-23/hr1 yrs exp

I'd describe myself as understanding, empathetic, and flexible. I'm looking for any kind of job, whether it's one time or regularly. I will be going on vacation from 7/5-8/17 for a study abroad trip! Any work for before my departure or after will be greatly appreciated! I enjoy working with special needs and senior folk!...
Sarah can also help with: Respite care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care
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Marla B.


Santa Clara, CA

$19-20/hr10 yrs exp

K-10 Tutoring

My goal is to help your child be successful. I have a AS in Computer Information Sciences, BS in Information Technology, 16 years as a System Administrator and Systems Technologist and a MA in Eduction with a California Teaching Credential. I can tutor your child in your home, my home, or at a local library. I not only help your...
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Rowena D.


Santa Clara, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Specializing In Elderly Care And Special Needs Patients, Including Memory Care.

I'd describe my personality as hardworking, trustworthy and honest I like caring for seniors because being a caregiver can make a huge difference in people lives. It feel so rewarding when you make them smile and happy. I'm looking for a job that have a good environment and clean I started caring for seniors in 2013, until...
Rowena can also help with: Meal prep, errands, home modification, live-in home care, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Milpitas, CA

Fernanda R.

5.0

We couldn’t be happier with Fernanda as our babysitter. She is incredibly caring, responsible, and attentive to our baby’s needs. Fernanda has a natural ability to connect with our child, making playtime both fun and educational. She always arrives on time and is very communicative, keeping us...

- Liang M.

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...

- Care member

Zoey D.

5.0

Zoey was punctual, caring and calm with our 10-month old son well. She played with him, was able to put him to sleep, took him for a walk and he was very comfortable with her. Would definitely hire again.

- Care member

Sofia S.

5.0

I recommend Sofia whole-heartedly as a nanny/babysitter. She came to us five years ago, when our little one needed a full-time caretaker. Sofia proved herself to be a warm, patient, and flexible person, who loves children and engages easily with them. Patiently, she has guided our child to...

- Care member

Jessica D.

4.0

Jessica is very friendly and positive. She works extremely well with my two very different sons, one of whom is autistic and has limited verbal skills. I am impressed that she is able to handle both of them at once! Her availability is limited, but aside from that she is quite wonderful. I would...

- Molly L.

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