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88 special needs caregivers are listed in Oakland, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Oakland, CA
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly skilled special needs child caretaker, Paraprofessional and Doula. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I am passionate about supporting people to thrive. I have extensive experience across the life cycle serving toddlers; school aged...
5.0
"I am grateful to have found Rose. She takes very good care of my child and also cares for us all as a family. For example, as first time parents we were very nervous about allowing someone to take care of our child and she was very sensitive to that. My wife...
Care member
3.0
(1)
Parents, if you are looking for a teacher/childcare provider to provide quality care & education for your kids, you landed in the right place. I am here to partner with you to raise your children! I have associate degrees in child development & childhood education, and certifications in infant & toddler specialist, and...
Alesia M.
Oakland, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Career Nanny Available For Compassionate Care
5.0
(1)
With 20 years of experience caring for children with special needs, I bring a wealth of knowledge, patience, and understanding to every caregiving situation. Whether your child has developmental delays, physical disabilities, sensory processing disorders, autism spectrum disorder, or other special needs, I am committed to...
Lakeisha S.
Oakland, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a degree in Kinesiology from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete from childhood-18 yrs.) but when I graduated, there was a change of heart. I have most of my experiences as a mother first, to my beautiful...
5.0
"We worked with Lakeisha early in the pandemic as a daily aide for our 4yo son with disabilities. We were so grateful for her assistance and expertise. She is patient, accommodating, knowledgeable and kind. She assisted in both academic study and...
Arielle B.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with people with special needs in almost every job I have had - I have no problem adjusting my style towards your needs - or learning new skills that would help you out!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a current medical student with 8 years of experience working in childcare looking for jobs during my winter break. I am skilled in neurodiversity affirming care for kids and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
5.0
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Kyra's large family for over a decade. I was so excited when she started babysitting for us as I knew how great she is with young kids. My kids adore Kyra and I love knowing they will be taken good care of while she is with them....
Kasi C.
Aneti L.
Oakland, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been doing special care need care for 10years and up. Have been working with different patients.
Jordyn B.
Oakland, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. In this role I collect data, ensure client care, follow behavior reduction protocols, report to families/caregivers, and maintain client confidentiality.
5.0
"Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported...
Miriam P.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified Postpartum Doula, Special Needs Caretaker and Nanny. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I support play based learning and have extra training around social and emotional growth in regard to behavioral health and other emotional or...
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Rose is consistent, gentle, and incredibly knowledgeable about child development. Our toddler, who’d only spent time with relatives, immediately warmed up to her. Rose is a very active caregiver, taking our kiddo to explore parks and the botanical garden nearby....
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Carmen M.
Oakland, CA
$40-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Carmen, and I am 27 years old. I began my childcare working with kids in special needs education at Castro Valley High School my sophomore year until I graduated in 2014. During that time I was also a part time nanny for various families in the evenings. After high-school I immediately began working as a...
Carmen can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Carmen is a premiere childcare provider! Very familiar with terminologies relating to care styles, such as BLE and attachment parenting. conversation was very comfortable and had a natural flow. Experience is impressive and I recommend her to anyone looking for...
Joe M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been a doula and childcare provider for the last 8 years, I take pride in what I do, and love it wholeheartedly. Most of my experience has been in caring for newborns and infants, but I also have years of experience working with children of all ages from newborns to adolescents. I am a certified First Responder, a step...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary was a nanny to my twin girls for four months. Our girls absolutely adore her. She is extremely competent and reliable and incredibly loving and fun and just seems to have endless energy to engage our babies in developmental appropriate play and interaction....
Samantha L.
Stephanie V.
Oakland, CA
$22-27/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents!
My name is Stephanie and I'm looking for occasional babysitting on weekdays, date nights, weekends. I am a Flight Attendant so it has been a little bit hard to find a family that work with my timelines but I will put my intentions out there anyways!
I just moved to San Francisco since I got based here....
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie was very loving with our twin year old boys. She was especially good at following their schedule for naps/feeding as infants as I laid out for her, but also with the intuition to make adjustments as needed. While not in her job responsibility on hire,...
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Chantal B.
Oakland, CA
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Chantal, and I am currently seeking opportunities in home and childcare driven purely by my passion for this field at this stage of my life. With a robust background in infant care and child development, I bring a lot of love along with my experience and dedication to any family I work with.
Growing up, I...
Chantal can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"My little girl loves Chantal! They have a blast singing and dancing together! I have come to trust her with my girl which is a hard thing to do. She is great with communication whether it be about availability or E.'s needs and behavior throughout the day."
Sarah E.
Danikalynn A.
Oakland, CA
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love been around kids of all ages, before I became a nanny I was working with child as a group leader/ after school coordinator. I have also worked with kids with special need. I have 4 children of my own. I enjoy doing activities, learning, coloring, singing, building clubhouses, baking if child/ren is old enough and like...
Danikalynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Danikalynn is wonderful with children. She came in a pinch to support me with my 8 and 4 year olds. She was prompt, sweet, attentive, and assertive. I would absolutely book her again."
Connie S.
I have worked with children on the autism spectrum, children and teens with Down syndrome, and children with many different levels of anxiety and ADHD. I also am fluent in ASL, and have worked with with deaf children.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former special education teacher. I have a BA in Elementary Education/Special Education.
I am a creative, fun, animal friendly, youthful, former teacher, It is my joy to help your family thrive in a positive atmosphere. My hobbies and loves are creating art, healthy cooking, exploring nature, festivals, and of course...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun and experienced Academic Tutor who has been successfully teaching, tutoring, coaching and mentoring students K-12 since 2003. I teach core subjects like Math, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts as well essential study skills, executive functioning skills and work habits that are prerequisites for success in...
I have been caring for mentally disabled, physically, disabled for over seven years now. Currently I'm working with young children on the spectrum of autism as well as having some physical disabilities. I am a registered behavioral therapist and I'm looking to work for a family who is in need of applied behavior analysis, as...
As an educator, I have worked with students with behavioral disorders, worked as an itinerant paraeducator with a student with cerebral palsy, and been a communication partner for a nonverbal autistic adult. I love working with people. I love the diversity of humanity, that everyone has different needs. I'm happy to work with...
Hello, I am a Nanny looking for a full-time or part-time job, I have 7 years of experience with children with autism, I am a mother with a son on the autism spectrum and with him I have learned to understand his behavior, I like to play, read, go to the bookstore and above all I like to help develop their skills so they can...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oakland, CA
Rose L.
5.0
I am grateful to have found Rose. She takes very good care of my child and also cares for us all as a family. For example, as first time parents we were very nervous about allowing someone to take care of our child and she was very sensitive to that. My wife continues to nurse and Rose has had no...
- Care member
Lakeisha S.
4.0
Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my son engaged him and quickly form trusted and supporting bond. She is trustworthy and she became part of the fabric of our home life and outside activities for...
- Donald W.
Kyra F.
5.0
Kyra is a wonderful caretaker. I have two kids (9 and 6) and they both loved her and asked for her the next time my husband and I went out! She is friendly and very responsible.
- Lucy B.
Jordyn B.
5.0
Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported him outside of school. Somehow she...
- Miriam P.
Rose L.
5.0
Rose is consistent, gentle, and incredibly knowledgeable about child development. Our toddler, who’d only spent time with relatives, immediately warmed up to her. Rose is a very active caregiver, taking our kiddo to explore parks and the botanical garden nearby. Highly recommend working with her!
- Care member
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Ratings for Oakland, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Oakland, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 88 listed special needs caregivers.