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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Novato, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Novato, CA
Maite N.
Sausalito, CA
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have degree in psychology and since the college I've been working with kids and also I had taken care of children from 1 to 10 years old.
I'd describe my personality as patient, careful, affectionate.
I like working with kids because they are spontaneous, creative and curious.
I started working with kids when I was in the...
5.0
"We have worked with Maite for over a year and she has been fantastic with our twin 2 yr olds and is like a family member. She is caring and has good communication skills with the children. She regularly demonstrates that she keeps our parenting intentions in mind...
Care member
3.7
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Julia, and I've recently moved to Sonoma County from Boise, Idaho. With a lifelong passion for working with children, I served as a private nanny and educator throughout college and cherished every moment. I graduated from Boise State in 2022 with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. After...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Julia was the most engaged and helpful nanny I've ever had. She not only potty trained my child but also taught her things that she would learn in a preschool! Julia became part of the family, and we will never forget the positive impact she left on my daughter."
Nicole C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a nanny/teacher who is very trustworthy, highly reliable and very experienced with little ones from newborns, twins, infants to toddler age/kindergarten, and school aged children. Do you need help in the care/mentoring/tutoring or babysitting with your child(ren) at home/school or daycare, overnight stay or occasional...
Marianne can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We enthusiastically recommend Marianne as a nanny and caretaker for children of any age including infants. Marianne began caring for our daughter when she was 4 months old. For the last 1.5 years she has cared for our daughter full-time. Now that our daughter is...
Amy P.
Amber T.
Richmond, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I am a proud single mom of 5 children. 2 boys
(now 32, 29), 3 girls( now 26, 22, 17). I also have a granddaughter 3. 5 yrs. Old. I love kids and my babies are not babies anymore :) I have taken care of children since I was 15. 5 yrs. Old and I grew up with my mother having an In home childcare with about 5-6 children...
5.0
"She is kind, fun, respectful, intuitive and learns quickly! I would definitely hire her again. She is our Saturday caregiver and cares for two seniors, an elderly couple married 54 years. He has Alzheimer's and diabetes."
Sara S.
5.0
(2)
I am a retired Occupational Therapist who loves working with children. I have worked with children ages 3-17 with academic and emotional challenges in the Napa and El Dorado County School Districts. I am currently working as a tutor and babysitter primarily in the afternoons and evenings.
5.0
"Ann tutored a client of ours with a traumatic brain injury on a weekly basis. She had patience and taught with respect and understanding."
Janeanne R.
Kathleen K.
Vallejo, CA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Special Needs Provider With Mental Health, Developmentally Challenged And Substance Abuse Experience
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am experienced in the category of special needs. I have worked as a case manager in the mental Health field and have worked with detox and developmentally challenged individuals. I have worked with borderline, schizophrenic, bipolar, schizo-affective, depression, anxiety d/o individuals and many more. I have 7 years...
5.0
"Very gifted at her craft. A loving individual."
Angela H.
5.0
(1)
18 years in care giving, around the bay area. Work privately and under agencies. work in veterans hospital (Menlo Park) Kaiser Hospital in San Francisco, Cogir Retirement Facilities (Rohnert Park & Manteca) and private homes from San Francisco to Sonoma, Solano and Sacramento.
Experienced Work With Patients:Both , Man also...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Meghan and I am a transitional kindergarten teacher. I live in Sonoma. I have been a date night sitter, full time nanny, special needs provider, preschool teacher, elementary teacher and just about anything in between. My degrees are in early childhood education, early childhood studies and social and behavioral...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Meghan has babysat for us a couple of times for dates...She is so sweet and I instantly had a good feeling about her when we met. She is great with my 2.5 yr old son and I have felt completely comfortable with him in her care. She is able to keep my son busy and...
Corey A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Melissa. I am a professional career nanny and family assistant with 25 years of professional childcare experience that occurred over the age of 18. I have experience caring for children ages newborn - teens, including infant/adolescent multiples, and children with special needs and food allergies.
I am...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Melissa is incredible!! I hired her for a unique situation (a wedding i was in at a remote location, with the wedding party and all kids spending the night at a small house on the property). Melissa braved the weather and road conditions, came prepared not only for...
Nicholas E.
5.0
(5)
My name is Candy R. I am a Registered Behavior Technician. I've been in the field since 2015. I hold an A. A. in Psychology and Liberal Arts in Social Behavior Sciences. I am attending school online through Purdue Global finishing my B. S. in Psychology in Applied Behavior Analysis. I anticipate to graduate by May 2023.
I've...
5.0
"Candy is very responsible, caring and fun! Really good at following directions, goes above and beyond what is asked of her. I highly recommend!!"
Care member
5.0
(16)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional caregiver, very patient, dedicated, and I have a flexible schedule. I am an on-call nanny/doula in San Francisco Bay Area, I have worked for more than 600 families.
- + 20 years of Professional Childcare
Newborn, Infant, Toddler & Children Experience
- + 10 years of Professional Personal Assistant
- + 3...
Camila can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
5.0
"Camila has worked with my twins for the past year and has been professional and kind. She has come up with their schedules and worked both days and nights with us. She has given me alot of education and also follows the recommendations of their physical therapist...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive nanny experience and experience with elderly people with physical and mental limitations. I am very trainable, but not suitable for jobs requiring therapy training.
Flavia M.
Richmond, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi family, I am originally from Brazil and I have two kids of my own one is 16yo boy and my girl is 12yo. I have a lot experience with kids, newborn, toddlers and
experience with kids Autistic, ADHD and Special Needs!
I used to watch two girls, 10 months and 4yo. I worked for this family about 2 years.
I'm looking for a one...
5.0
"Flavia is so sweet, and my kids love her! She always work for us on weekends, and some date night!
She's very responsible and kind with us"
Cindy J.
Elizabeth P.
Vallejo, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Live-In Or Live-Out Senior Caregiver Available (Trust-Line Certified)
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
With 20+ years of paid experience in senior live-in home care and 20+ years in senior care, my strengths include: companionship, transportation to appointments, running errands, tending to dietary and special needs, bathing, light housekeeping and more. My experience includes seniors with Alzheimer's, dementia, stroke, diabetes,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services
5.0
"Elizabeth cared for our mom after her stroke and onset of dementia. She was patient and caring and went beyond our expectations as a caregiver. We would highly recommend Elizabeth."
Sara T.
5.0
(3)
I'd describe my personality as SWEET , HARDWORKING and KIND.
I like caring for people with special needs because they need the most care and I would love to give the best care I can for them.
I'm looking for a job that provides safe environment for both the caregivers and patients.
I started caring for people with special...
5.0
"Dianne is great. She took care of our 2.5 year old son 1 time when Dianne was nannying for a friend and he had a great time. We hired Dianne as a babysitter shortly after that and our son was extremely excited to see her again, our shy son doesn’t often show...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with a teenage boy with epilepsy and the learning challenges that he faces as well as helping his learn social behavior. The feeling when he remembers something or shows advancement in his progress is irreplaceable- so rewarding.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Each child deserves love and respect through every stage of development, and all parents deserve support to help their families thrive. I have 18 years of experience in childcare including care of twins, children with special needs, larger families, and infants.
As a caregiver I bring flexibility, attunement, patience,...
Nichole can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Oh my goodness where do I begin!? Nicole is absolutely amazing, she is reliable, caring and extremely detailed. She has taken care of my infant for almost a year now. Nicole is punctual and extremely responsible. My daughter is constantly learning with Nichole, she...
Ashley W.
Karina B.
Richmond, CA
$30-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a caring and experienced childcare provider, I'm dedicated to nurturing and supporting children's growth and well-being. With a passion for early childhood development, I bring enthusiasm and creativity to my work. My 19 years of experience have equipped me with the skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating...
Karina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Karina has been working for our family for the last two years. She's been with my son since he was 6 months old, and took care of both of my kids for the first year of the pandemic. She is kind, dependable, and very well able to handle 2 young kids. She is...
Smita V.
Gabriela R.
Mill Valley, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I love working with children of all ages and abilities. I have a teaching certificate from Mexico, and have studied Early Childhood Education at College of Marin. I am hardworking, CPR trained and have excellent references.
In the mornings (8am-1pm) I work as a para educator for children with special needs in San Rafael. I live...
Gabriela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gaby is wonderful. She’s been our afternoon nanny for almost 4 years, starting in September 2020. Our kids are now entering 1st and 2nd grade and we don’t need as much support, and we are sad to see her go. Gaby is consistently on time and reliable, and the kids...
Heidi R.
Jenipher T.
San Pablo, CA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Family am CNA. am working in Neurological Behavior Facility. I will be happy to save your family. I have 20 years experience with special needs. On the bright side I like cooking and Housekeeping.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Novato, CA
Maite N.
5.0
Maite was our Au Pair for a year and is patient, responsible and very kind. She has a friendly personality and was very active in making sure our children flourished under her care. She is a trained children’s psychologist in Brazil and helped us navigate the mood swings and boundary pushing from...
- Care member
Julia M.
5.0
Julia was the most engaged and helpful nanny I've ever had. She not only potty trained my child but also taught her things that she would learn in a preschool! Julia became part of the family, and we will never forget the positive impact she left on my daughter.
- Nicole C.
Marianne H.
5.0
We enthusiastically recommend Marianne as a nanny and caretaker for children of any age including infants. Marianne began caring for our daughter when she was 4 months old. For the last 1.5 years she has cared for our daughter full-time. Now that our daughter is going to a day care part-time -- to...
- Amy P.
Amber T.
5.0
She is kind, fun, respectful, intuitive and learns quickly! I would definitely hire her again. She is our Saturday caregiver and cares for two seniors, an elderly couple married 54 years. He has Alzheimer's and diabetes.
- Sara S.
Ann A.
5.0
Ann tutored a client of ours with a traumatic brain injury on a weekly basis. She had patience and taught with respect and understanding.
- Janeanne R.
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Ratings for Novato, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Novato, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.