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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 $27/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Palo Alto, CA

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Debbiann F.


San Carlos, CA

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

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I am an experienced caregiver who is also a Behavioral Health Tech. I specialize in helping people cope while living with several mental or personality disorders.
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Yaya R.


Redwood City, CA

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a caregiver for more than 20years for elderly patients and children I also have experience work with autism spectrum disorder patients food intolerance and other special Needs I speak fluent English , Portuguese and Spanish . I would Love to help to help your love one providing great companionship to special needs,...
Yaya can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Abby R.


Newark, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Responsible, Caring Sitter

I have over 20 years of experience working with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I love providing learning experiences as well as having fun (and mixing the two!). I have 15 ECE units and wonderful references that would be happy to speak with you.
Abby can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Silvana S.


Redwood City, CA

$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I worked as a housekeeper for 3 years and currently work as a nanny. I have experience taking care of a 22-year-old boy with special needs. For 1 year. I did all the housework, took him to parks, prepared meals and went to the grocery store. His parents moved to Sacramento and unfortunately I have not worked with them for a...
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Ysabel T.


Redwood City, CA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

Over the last 13 years I have cared for children. I have worked in both day care settings and with families. My interest in caring for children led me to take courses in child development. At this point, I have 40 units of classes. I have a lot of experience with babies, toddlers, and preschoolers and enjoy getting to know the...
Ysabel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mary Ann C.


Sunnyvale, CA

$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 5 years experience with paid child care. I owned my own family daycare for 3 years when my daughter was a toddler. I took care of 6 children at a time. I believe that common sense is very important when taking care of children. I was a School bus driver for special education children of different ages for 21 years. I...
Mary Ann can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Jayla H.


Redwood City, CA

$26-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

All Inclusive Behavioral Care

I've been caring for children and adults with special needs for the the past 10 years. I've worked with all ages and care needs from non verbal to fully independent and also combative care. I've been a behavioral analyst for 5 years but started respite care in 2010. I know some of the basic ASL signs including the alphabet...
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Maria V.


Sunnyvale, CA

$30/hr • 4 yrs exp

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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, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
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Ashley W.


Newark, CA

$30-40/hr • 4 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...
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Supriya K.


Sunnyvale, CA

$30/hr • 1 yrs exp

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
Skills:

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alisi M.


Mountain View, CA

$15-25/hr • 8 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/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs And Care Giving

Hello, I am reaching out to express my interest in leveraging my extensive experience in providing care for elderly individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, and various other conditions. With over 10 years of hands-on experience, including 8 years in a memory care facility, I have honed my skills in caring for...
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Janely V.


Redwood City, CA

$30-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

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!
I am a preschool ABA therapist for students who have Autism at the Creative Learning Center in Redwood City. I work full time during my breaks in college and I am extremely dedicated to my students. I have a lot of experience with verbal and nonverbal children, and will be extremely qualified with one on one care. I have...
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Haleh K.


Sunnyvale, CA

$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm an experienced childcare provider with over 10 years of experience running my own daycare, caring for children from 3 months to 4 years old. I also worked for a year at a Montessori preschool, where I gained valuable skills in early childhood education. I'm patient, caring, and truly enjoy helping children learn, grow, and...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Hi! My name is Julie, and I'm a school psychologist with years of experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I'm currently looking for summer opportunities to earn some extra income while continuing to do what I love - helping and caring for kids! In addition to creating a safe and...
Julie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Layse G.


San Carlos, CA

$32-33/hr • 10 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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Allison C.


Mountain View, CA

$20-25/hr • 7 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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Yadira G.


Newark, CA

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm passionate about fostering a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. With three years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of various ages, helping them learn and grow. My patient and friendly nature, coupled with a strong sense of...

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