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87 special needs caregivers are listed in Oakland, CA

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Oakland, CA

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Carmen M.


Oakland, CA

$40-42/hr2 yrs exp

Carmen Loves You!

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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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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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Kristi P.


Oakland, CA

$40-50/hr9 yrs exp

I love interacting with children. I have always been a caretaker at heart even when I am not working as a caretaker. I have 9 years experience working with special needs kids and adults, and as a caregiver for elderly and the disabled. I have gone through a few agencies such as: Maxim Healthcare Services for adults with special...
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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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Lidya G.


Oakland, CA

$17-50/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.
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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....
I take care of my grandma every Saturday. I've taken care of my little brother my whole life. I have 3 semesters of college Spanish behind my belt. I'm working on an IBM IT certificate and handling a job at the moment.
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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Mindi P.


Oakland, CA

$22-35/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! I'm a dedicated full-time college student majoring in Psychology, with a strong focus on child development and special needs. I have a heartfelt passion for providing nurturing care to children of all abilities, and I also have four years of experience working with kids in various settings. As a proud mom to my vibrant...
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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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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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Chantal B.


Oakland, CA

$17-35/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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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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Elinor H.


Oakland, CA

$40-50/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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Nia W.


Oakland, CA

$23-30/hr7 yrs exp

Most of my family dedicated their careers to education and childcare, so I've grown up in that environment. I love working with kids and helping others, and have been babysitting/nannying for about seven years now! Most recently, I was a full-time caregiver for three children (12mo, 4yr, 6yr) with diagnosed ASD, ODD, and ADHD. I...
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Julia M.


Oakland, CA

$40-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hi there, I have 6 years of experience in childcare spanning ages 4 months to 14 years, and 5 years specializing in autism. I've managed activities, provided transportation, meal prep, and any other child/house related tasks that came up. I am more than happy to be an extra pair of hands in whatever capacity is most helpful to...
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Kirstyn G.


Oakland, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

People Person

15+ years experience with all different ages going through all different walks of life. I am very Patient and reliable. Very comfortable learning new care plans to help client with positive growth.
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Kareema S.


Oakland, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm a licensed ABA therapist and I've been working with children for more than 15 years. Please reach out if you'd love to hear more, thanks!

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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 71 reviews of the 87 listed special needs caregivers.