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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Petaluma, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Petaluma, CA

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Barbara H.


Rohnert Park, CA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Very Caring Caregiver

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive nanny experience and experience with elderly people with physical and mental limitations. I am very trainable, but not suitable for jobs requiring therapy training.
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Janet F.


Rohnert Park, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Warm, Friendly Family Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am fully vaccinated, a young spirited, kind, calm, flexible worker who has lots of life experience with special needs, bilingual/Spanish language students, students who learn differently, with communication delays or barriers. I worked in classrooms assisting teacher for over 10 years. I also love working with babies. I have...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Maile! I'm 20 years old and have been working in childcare for 2 years as a daycare teacher. Some of my responsibilities were to plan curriculum (crafts, games, etc.), to teach the class as a whole as well as individuals. I also have been babysitting my students for the past 2 years as well. My skills include problem...
Maile can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Jose S.


Cotati, CA

$20-25/hr20 yrs exp

I Live In Cotati And Am Looking For Child Care Jobs

Senior male, married with 3 children and 3 grandchildren, have lived in Sonoma for 29 years, a retired professional looking for child care work. My experience's includes working with law enforcement agencies, courts and Child Protective Services, assisting in family counseling and conducting youth and adult process and education...
Jose can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sandra V.


Rohnert Park, CA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible And Experienced Caregiver With Professional References.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sandra, and I have experience working with individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. I've worked as a CNA specifically with disabled individuals and have a specialty in Autism care. I understand the importance of meeting clients where they are, providing patience, support, and care that aligns...
Hello! I am a patient, energetic, loving person who is passionate about working with children and helping them grow. Although I only have a year of professional experience, I have been surrounded with children my whole life. I use to volunteer in childcare for PTA meetings and I also worked with children with special needs for...
Alejandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Ma De La Cruz A.


Santa Rosa, CA

$48/hr10 yrs exp

I Enjoy Helping Others

5.0

(1)

I'm a C. N. A (Certified Nurse Assistant) I speak English and Spanish more than 10 years experience I have various recommendation letters. I'm a person who loves to help others, especially those who can't help themselves or having special needs. Helping them makes me feel like I can ease their daily activities and influence...
Ma De La Cruz can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Oh I was so very lucky to have Maria care for my mom! My mom absolutely loved Maria!!! And my mom could be difficult and didn't love everyone. She sufferers from Alzheimer's. Maria was amazing with her and took incredible care, but more than than my mom just loved...

Noni S.

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Kaitlyn C.


Novato, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have years of experience caring for babies at 4 months to full-aged adults. I also have varying experience caring for individuals with special needs, including autism and behavioral challenges. I am a positive person and strive for providing a positive environment for the children and families I work for. I am fully...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlyn is an honest, reliable, and out-going person. She takes a lot of pride in her work and is fun to be around. I know I can count on Katilyn to be on time and complete her tasks in a timely manner. She is highly recommended."

karen C.

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Waisea K.


Santa Rosa, CA

$20-21/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a 17-year-old special needs daughter who has a little of everything. She is speech delayed and also suffers from silent seizures with which she is taking medication for. This experience has taught me a lot about caring for special needs. I also do Senior care for the last 8 yrs and I am well versed with the knowledge &...
5.0
"Amazing, understanding, motivated, willing to learn our methods of care, very helpful. So excited to work with Wise. His family is a gift to our family."

Lois D.

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Maribel F.


Santa Rosa, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 11years of experience and I am looking for long term. I have 6 years experience in group home settings and 5years in home private care giving. I am infant /adult CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am a very upbeat, caring, compassionate person Who loves nature and I find it very relaxing and I try to incorporate the...
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Katherine M.


Santa Rosa, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Katherine, I am a graduate from Sonoma State University. I entered as a Kinesiology major, two years in I then added a minor in Child Development. I fell in love with the field and eventually switched my major to Early Childhood Development. I plan on getting my Masters in Behavior Analysis in the near...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Katherine is our go to caregiver. She is so sweet and great with our 2yr old twin girls. She is very reliable and great at responding quickly. My girls love her too. She also picks up at the end of the day and I can’t say how much I appreciate this. I highly...

Kayla B.

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Madalitso M.


Novato, CA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Full/Part Time Nanny, Family Assistant, Caregiver, House Keeper Available Now.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a mature woman who love kids. I am fun to be with; I am dependable, honest and flexible. I have worked with families taking care of of kids all ages in Marin County for over 10 years. I also have a few caregiving/elderly care/special needs. I live in San Marin, Novato. I have a clean CDL with reliable transport. I am CPR...
Madalitso can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Mada is a skilled, experienced, thoughtful caregiver. She took care of my 9-month-old son over several weeks. Mada came to my home prepared to bond and support my son's social, emotional, and physical development. For example, she wore a special necklace that...

Althea W.

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Rubi E.


Novato, CA

$30/hr18 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 18 years in the field, I'm passionate about fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and positively impact their lives. My patient and calm...
Rubi can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rubi has cared for our now 3 year old boy since he was 1 year old. She is a deeply empathetic, nurturing and responsible caregiver who we have been very fortunate to work with! Rubi has been a pillar for our family, showing up reliably without fail, communicating...

Lauren A.

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Kim F.


Sonoma, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Psychiatric Technician

I worked at Sonoma Developmental Center for 27 years until it closed and then opened 2 care homes with 10 special needs residents. I recently retired but am looking for PT work. My experience is with medically fragile clients with cerebral palsy, seizure, disorders, bowel and bladder disorders, respiratory disorders,...
Kim can also help with: Dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Hello! I am a San Anselmo native and mom to two fabulous teens. I also previously taught preschool so I am confident with all ages. I am currently in Nursing School and am CPR certified. I am a non smoker and have a clean and reliable car. I also have experience working with special needs. I am looking for weekday...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Allison B.


Santa Rosa, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as fun, creative, upbeat, loving, and adventurous. I work as an RBT during the year (working with special needs kiddos) within a school district. Usually available around holidays and on weekends. Looking for some other kiddos to give my time and care to while I have the time:) In my spare time, I...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Rachel J.


Fairfax, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Mary Poppins For Hire

Dear families, I am a professional career nanny with over 30 years of hands-on experience working with children of all ages, including several sets of multiples. In addition to my nanny experience, I have a wealth of experience as a family assistant. I have extensive experience with children on the Autism spectrum, as well as...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

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Leyla K.


Fairfax, CA

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Psychotherapist Associate

I have many years of experience, a unique set of skills, along with years of experience in psychotherapy, personal assistance, elder care, tutoring, teaching etc. I had been in practice as a psychotherapist for 4 years but due to having to take an extended break, am redoing my hours to finish licensure. This means you get my in...
Hello there! I am new to helping those with special needs. It has always been a dream of mine to help those with special needs actually since I was a little girl. I remember helping out in the special needs classroom tutoring some students in the elementary school there. I had one month helping out at Oaks of Hebron, and that...
I am from Guatemala I have 5 years of experience whit syndrome down children, I am a college student want to be come a nurse , I won't dessapoint you . have CPR first aid training.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Petaluma, CA

Ma De La Cruz A.

5.0

Oh I was so very lucky to have Maria care for my mom! My mom absolutely loved Maria!!! And my mom could be difficult and didn't love everyone. She sufferers from Alzheimer's. Maria was amazing with her and took incredible care, but more than than my mom just loved Maria! She is so many things, a...

- Noni S.

Kaitlyn C.

5.0

I have worked with Kaitlyn for the past 2 1/2 years. She is a very Compassionate and caring person. She is efficient and pays great attention to detail. She is very artistic and fun and is a bundle of energy. She enjoys teaching, has a passion for cooking and health. She is someone I know I can...

- Darcy M.

Waisea K.

5.0

Amazing, understanding, motivated, willing to learn our methods of care, very helpful. So excited to work with Wise. His family is a gift to our family.

- Lois D.

Katherine M.

5.0

Katherine is our go to caregiver. She is so sweet and great with our 2yr old twin girls. She is very reliable and great at responding quickly. My girls love her too. She also picks up at the end of the day and I can’t say how much I appreciate this. I highly recommend her if you’re looking for...

- Kayla B.

Madalitso M.

5.0

Mada is a skilled, experienced, thoughtful caregiver. She took care of my 9-month-old son over several weeks. Mada came to my home prepared to bond and support my son's social, emotional, and physical development. For example, she wore a special necklace that immediately caught his attention and led...

- Althea W.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Petaluma, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.