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Find special needs caregivers in Novato, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Novato, CA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Novato, CA

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Samuela N.


Petaluma, CA

$22-50/hr

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My experience as a teacher likely plays a huge role in your ability to connect with children. Teaching gives you plenty of practice in managing a classroom, engaging students, and finding ways to make learning fun and accessible. It also helps me develop strong communication and organizational skills, along with the patience and...
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Thais R.


San Rafael, CA

$36-45/hr4 yrs exp

I have experience in providing full care for children, including administering medications as prescribed, preparing and serving meals tailored to their dietary needs, and assisting with bathing and personal hygiene. For example, I cared for a child with special needs who required daily medication and a strict meal schedule. I...
Thais can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Laurel S.


San Rafael, CA

$42-45/hr3 yrs exp

Intuitive Special Needs Sitter/assistant

I have over 4 years of experience (5yrs-45yrs) with those on the autism spectrum, cognitive disabilities, managing seizures, I used to do ABA therapy with young children as well. I have experience with dressing, bathing assistance, and am overall a very intuitive caretaker. I am looking forward to hearing from you!
Hi! I have approximately 4 years of childcare experience as well as senior care experience. I'm a fun, bubbly, outgoing individual with a can do attitude. I find a lot of fulfillment from helping others so I enjoy going the extra mile. Some of the duties I'm happy to help out with are transportation, meal prep/ planning,...
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Emma E.


San Rafael, CA

$20-25/hr

Senior Companionship/ Care Giver Available!

I currently work as a special needs aid, for most of my career I've been in caregiving working with children/ special needs as I love helping those around me and being of service to my community. When I was younger my mother and I moved to help care for my grandfather, and be his primary caregiver. I was there to help out when...
Emma can also help with: Personal care
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Kim H.


Petaluma, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver - Children, Adults, Special Needs, Animals

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a parent of three children, including twins, and a grandparent of five under eight years. My experience includes vestibular and proprioceptive issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and visual impairment. I believe in championing all in my care, empowering them, and ensuring their personal needs are honored and met. A certified...
Kim can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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David J.


Petaluma, CA

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

Looking To Help Where Needed

Hello, I am David J. and I have been solely in charge of three children on a daily basis. Looking after children of different ages is not a job for the fainthearted. My 10 years of experience with children has allowed me to build up a great reservoir of resilience, patience and energy, which has resulted in a stable and...
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Karene A.


Petaluma, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Chef Of All Trades

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Looking for a new family to care for. My last wonderful family in Napa has outgrown their need for a Nanny now that the child is in school. I enjoyed taking care of the child from 6 months to 4 years old. I cooked meals for the family and cleaned and took care of the dog. I have volunteered in schools and helped children with...
Karene can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Madeline L.


Petaluma, CA

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Sweet And Fun Part Time Sitter

Hello, I'm Maddie! I'm a kind-hearted sitter with about 9 years of childcare experience including a variety of ages and work with special needs. In 2023 I graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with an experience management degree and child development minor. I also have experience teaching swim lessons, working in childcare...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I am from Guatemala I have 5 years of experience whit syndrome down children, I am a college student want to be come a nurse , I won't dessapoint you . have CPR first aid training.
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Heather L.


Petaluma, CA

$29-35/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Special Needs Care

Hi Everyone, I have great references, both personal and professional (including my current employers). I'm available for occasional evening care of children, teens and adults with disabilities. I'm not able to work through an agency. I have over 30 years experience working with children of all ages and over 10 years of...
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Victoria P.


Petaluma, CA

$23-35/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny

I am a PLNU graduate, with a masters in kinesiology. I am 24 years old, and have a very large amount of experience in babysitting and nannying. I have experience in changing diapers, bottling feeding, infant care, toddler care, and preteen care. I have also worked with special needs children through a philanthropic organization...
Victoria can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Marianne M.


San Anselmo, CA

$23-40/hr6 yrs exp

Personal Assistant

Please see my Bio in Senior Care. I have impeccable references both personal and professional. I am an empathetic yet firm with any instruction given to me by my employer. I am a native of San Anselmo and semi retired. I have worked with a variety of people. It would be best to have a conversation with me.
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Meredith V.


Petaluma, CA

$25-50/hr

Experienced Nurse Ready To Help!

Hi there, I am an experienced Neuro Trauma ICU RN who has experience as a nanny and home health nurse. Although, my nursing career has been primarily with adults, I grew up helping take care of children and I learned a lot about teaching and different learning styles from my Mom who taught kids with special needs including...
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Emma E.


San Rafael, CA

$35-40/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, everyone! I'm searching for a new family starting soon/ end of September. My current family's needs have changed since the girls are growing up (one is almost driving age!). Prior to this family, I worked as a special needs aid for a girl with Down Syndrome for 4 years until they moved out of state. Before that family I...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Eva G.


Petaluma, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Eva. I live in Petaluma. I am CPR, First Aid Certified, CNA/HHA (Certified Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide) as well. I have a CDL and a good driving record. I have 10 years+ of experience taking care of infants, toddlers, children and twins. I had been helping families in their private home in Sonoma and Marin...
Eva can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Melanie H.


Petaluma, CA

$20-22/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Experienced Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a stay at home mom of 2 boys ages 2 and 4. I'm looking for kids similar in ages to care for in my home part time. We live on a large ranch in Petaluma (we have a secure gated yard but have access to explore 500 acres) and love exploring with our dog. I'm an avid believer in letting kids be kids and love to watch them learn...
Melanie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Mandy J.


San Rafael, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Type 1 Diabetes Specialist

I am a 33-year-old female, I have extensive childcare and tutoring experience ages 10 months to high school. I personally have type 1 diabetes and understand the additional care, emergency plans, and protocol for carbohydrates counting, athletics, extracurricular, etc. and encourage "living without limits" with type 1. I am...

Ariana S.


Petaluma, CA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Ariana. I am currently studying psychology at Sonoma State University. I have a special interest in childhood psychology and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have 3 years of experience working with ASD; using both the Son Rise model and ABA. I'm easy going and hard working. In my free time I volunteer in the...

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