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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Palo Alto, CA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Palo Alto, CA

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Maria V.


Sunnyvale, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Hey

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as organized, energetic, creative. I like working with kids because they are very creative and spontaneous and they teach me something new everyday. I'm looking for a job that is reasonable and will understand that i'm still a student in college. I started working with kids at the age of 12. my mom...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
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Ashley W.


Newark, CA

$30-40/hr4 yrs exp

My name is Ashley and I am a full time nanny/caregiver with over 5 years of professional experience in this industry. Over the last 5 years I have worked almost exclusively with children that are on the autism spectrum. I am an extremely patient and caring individual and I feel that working with children truly is my calling. I...
Hello, I'm Supriya and l live in Sunnyvale! I am also a Registered Behavior Technicolor and I provide ABA services. Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands across all age...
Supriya can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping
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Special Needs Care

Hello! I have worked with kids 5+ years and gained first hand experience with my own 3yr old who's special needs.
Janely can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Alisi M.


Mountain View, CA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver is Also Available for Weekend Except Sundays

I have 8 years of experience taking care of disabled children from 5 years old and up to preteens. I was a foster parent to these children for 8 years. I was also a caregiver to elderly people also with 5 years of experience.
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Kymberly M.


Redwood City, CA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs And Care Giving

I have worked with mentally and physically challenged adults for about 7 years now. I really enjoy helping those who need my help. I've been in this kind of field all my life, my mother has a career doing this. I have also worked with kids in an after school program for the district and have a child of my own. I am very loyal,...
I have 6 years of experience being a nanny and now I am a mother one one. I love the the outdoors and walks, looking for a great family to support part time!
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Crystal C.


Newark, CA

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Check Out My Profile To See If I'm The Right Fit For You And Your Family!

I am a behavior technician at an elementary school. I work with k-5th. I am currently studying for my RBT exam to become state registered. I like working with kids because helping them achieve their goals is fulfilling. My skills include helping manage behavior , homework help and social skills. I've worked with severe cases of...
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Layse G.


San Carlos, CA

$32-33/hr10 yrs exp

+10 Years Experience, IQ, Special Needs Experience

Hello! I'm Layse, a Brazilian psychologist. I have experience with kids for more than 10 years. I started as a teacher assistant in an elementary school in 2012. I also worked in a school for kids with special needs as a teacher assistant, and when I finished my college I worked there as a psychologist. I moved to USA to worked...
Layse can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Cindy M.


Mountain View, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Enjoyable, Patient, And Caring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a loving mother of 2, my 17-year-old daughter and my 4-year-old special needs son. I am fully experienced with newborns, infants, toddlers, and older. My patience runs high and I've always loved kids. I take full precautions and am a safety first type of person... Especially at this time. Hours are set but I am flexible...
Cindy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Allison C.


Mountain View, CA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Greetings! I have been servicing children in a professional setting for over 10 years: my experience started in a preschool setting while in college. Since then, I have taught middle and high school, full-time, for almost seven years. I also have experience working with children who have special needs, I am first-aid and CPR...
Allison can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Geraldine G.


Newark, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

I am Geraldine Prudencio. Im a Nursing assistant took care of children who have special needs like ADHD, developmental delays, mental health, down syndrome, seizures, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder. I am CPR certified with hospital experience. I am a very compassionate care provider. I dedicate my time and love in...
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Donna L.


Sunnyvale, CA

$22-27/hr

Nanny/Care Giver

Experience working with children and adults with special needs: Autism, Down's syndrome, ADHD, and more.
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Samantha F.


Redwood City, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Samantha, better known as Sammy and I am 23 years old. I have earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and am pursuing a Masters Degree. I am also a full time Para 1 educator at a local public high school. I am very responsible, reliable, creative, active, and love children. I have babysat a wide...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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Adrianna G.


Sunnyvale, CA

$30-35/hr1 yrs exp

Warm, Supportive, And Caring Aide

Hi! I'm a newly graduated RN. I have also attended certified nursing assistant school and I am BLS certified. I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities. Most of my experience and training was with Best Buddies Club, where I helped run a chapter for...
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Megan W.


Belmont, CA

$24-25/hr5 yrs exp

Personable And Experienced Caretaker

I am an experience child and adult caregiver who is looking to help out in the mornings during the weekdays. I'm happy to help with tasks involving caregiving as well as housekeeping and general maintenance. I have extensive experience with special needs individuals and I am CPR and basic life certified. I'd describe myself as...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amanda O.


San Carlos, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been in the business for many years. I have watched a family of siblings grow up. I've worked with special needs for about 10 years now (all ages). I also have a 7-year-old daughter. I love putting smiles on children's faces. I like to keep things neat and clean. I like to help as much as needed.
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Amanda O.


San Carlos, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

I've had 10 plus years of experience with children of all ages. I also have a daughter of my own. Currently still working with SPED children TK-4th grade. Stay positive!
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Larissa S.


Sunnyvale, CA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Your Son's New Friend

Hello! My name's Larissa, I'm from Brazil and actually I live in Alamo - California [willing to move]. Special needs and Infant qualified Great driver Advance intermediate English 10+ years working with children Love outdoors Strong swimmer Totally pet friendly Organized and clean I'm really easygoing, patient, responsible,...
Larissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I am a single mother. I raised 3adult kids already. One of my kid has ADD/ADHD. I would like to help young family to raise their kid.

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