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

83 special needs caregivers are listed in Oakland, CA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Oakland, CA

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Kyja W.


Oakland, CA

$22-28/hr2 yrs exp

Progressive Educator With Special Needs Experience

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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...
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Shelbe G.


Oakland, CA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hello There!

Hi, I'm Shelbe! I graduated with a degree in Communication Disorder Sciences. I have experience caring for a child who has Cerebral Palsy for 6+ years in my family household (teenage brother). I've helped with everything from transporting him to and from Physical Therapy/school/extra-curricular activities, to assisting him with...
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Zenayda M.


Oakland, CA

$22-35/hr7 yrs exp

I Looking For A Job Full-time Or Part-time

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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Carmen M.


Oakland, CA

$40-42/hr2 yrs exp

Carmen Loves You!

Hi! my name is Carmen, I'm 25 and I am looking for a new family to care for soon as possible! I'm looking for a new loving family that I can make new memories and bonds with. I have COUNTLESS clients/ families I can give you a LONG LONG list of references. ****SIDE NOTE for your concerns my fingerprints, social security, and...
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Tatiana K.


Oakland, CA

$24-30/hr

Occupational Therapy Student

I am just about to receive my license to become an OTR, so I have all the skills of an entry-level therapist!
Hello, My name is Pilly. I'm currently a graduate student at the National University. I'm pursuing Masters in ABA (applied behavior analysis). I have been doing care giving for more than 4 years now, with different clients at different agencies and families. It's a side hobby and gig to make extra money and connect with new...
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Ashley M.


Oakland, CA

$21-26/hr8 yrs exp

I have been a nanny for 10 years working with children in a large range of ages; newborns to 17-year-olds. I have done it all from being a full time hands on house manager and nanny, a part time weekend nanny, and nanny working in team with a house nurse. I have cared for multiple children at a time and single child households....
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Lidya G.


Oakland, CA

$10-50/hr

Part Time Care Giver Looking For Full Time

Hey I'm lidya. I dont have much experience with special needs but i'm very patient , empathetic and curious. I'm willing to learn and give back as much as I can. I love children and enjoy teaching!
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Beverly G.


Oakland, CA

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Joy In Care Giving

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a Care Provider for most of my life. I've never looked at it as work. It comes naturally to me to want to help others. I find great satisfaction knowing I can make a difference in someone's life. Help them feel safe always. This is what I was meant to be and do.
Hello . I am currently studying psychology at the University of Colorado, Boulder and have always been passionate about care for those with special needs. I took peer tutoring courses in school, helping students with autism, Down syndrome, and more with their school work. I love working with these people and helping them with...
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Jenny S.


Oakland, CA

$20-40/hr6 yrs exp

Educator And Care Giver

Hello! I'm Jenny: responsible, genuine, adaptable, and kind. I love children, teaching, gardening, yoga, and time spent in nature. Looking for a part-time position that matches what you and your family need while giving me the time to start my own small business. I hold a Masters Degree in elementary education and have taught...
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Shavon C.


Oakland, CA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I have a B. S. in Health Science and currently waiting to be admitted into nursing school next year. I work at a clinic full time during the day as a patient care coordinator. I have little experience with person's with special needs although I know many things in the medical field. I have worked with children with ADD, persons...
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Daisy M V.


Oakland, CA

$22-27/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced with all Agee groups. With my extensive experience in health care I can assist those in need.
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Arianna Q.


Oakland, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

ABA Therapist Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum disorder. I worked as a Behavioral Interventionist for a total of 2 years. We used methods of Applied Behavior Analysis to change non preferred behaviors.
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Chantal B.


Oakland, CA

$15-35/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Chantal, and I am 1 of 8 children in my family, 5 of them being adopted with special needs. My little sister has been the joy of my heart. She was spared from abortion and brought into our home at 3 days old. She has Down syndrome. My other siblings include the challenges of bipolar, autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD,...
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Danielle W.


Oakland, CA

$21-26/hr2 yrs exp

I've had experience with being a rbt and a paraprofessional for about 2 years, one year each. I've also have family and friends the spectrum and as well as worked with them in both one on one at home and in public and as well as a school setting.
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Elinor H.


Oakland, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

My Background!

Hello! My name is Elinor and I just moved to the Bay Area to teach at a local middle school where I teach 7th grade English and 8th grade math. Prior to moving here, I lived in Maine for five years and worked at a boarding school as a teacher, coach, and dorm parent. I grew up in DC and am the eldest of four children. In middle...
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Andrea M.


Oakland, CA

$35-40/hr3 yrs exp

My name is Andrea. I have 3 years of RBT experience with training in ABA. I have worked with families in home while doing both RBT work and caregiving. Examples include: behavior management, apply skills from child's behavioral plans, meal prep, bathing, hygiene assistance, light cleaning, etc. I have seen great progress in my...
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Nalee O.


Oakland, CA

$27-40/hr5 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Nalee. I work in a school FT with kids that have ASD and I'm a part time student.
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Nora L.


Oakland, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello, I am Nora a UCSB Communication graduate and I've worked with children for 10 years as a gymnastics coach and nanny. I love working with children and am very patient and compassionate while also making sure to set clear boundaries with the kids I'm working with. I love to create connections with the families I work with...

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Ratings for Oakland, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Oakland, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 89 reviews of the 83 listed special needs caregivers.