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60 special needs caregivers are listed in San Carlos, CA

The average posted rate is $32/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in San Carlos, CA

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Debbiann F.


San Carlos, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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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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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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Cindy C.


San Carlos, CA

$45-50/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children. I worked before In my country Nicaragua with them for five years. I like to help children with special needs. And I am a friendly person and responsible with my job. I studied Pedagogia with mention in Special Education back in Nicaragua. When I arrived to The United States I studied...
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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Heidi B.


San Carlos, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Wanting To Help.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Heidi. I'm 26 years old. I'm a nanny that is looking to fill my M-Th with nannying so as to have my weekends still available for my job as a hair stylist. I've been a nanny for a few different families. I've 6+years paid experience in addition to many years as a babysitter to my 18 nieces and nephews. Loved each...
Heidi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Cindy C.


San Carlos, CA

$18-40/hr8 yrs exp

Hi, I like to work with people, and I have experience doing it, I am psychologist and I have been working with kids with special needs around 10 years. I'm from Nicaragua, so I speak Spanish and English (and Case you want to learn Spanish) I am very friends and I like to communicate, and help people because I think one day I...
Cindy can also help with: Live-in home care, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Karina P.


San Mateo, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Karina and I am 26-years-old. I've consistently nannied for 3 families for the past 9 years. I've also had experience in caring for a child with special needs. I am reliable and responsible, but also enjoy having fun with the kids I am babysitting for. I am a great tutor as well as an expert board game player....
Karina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Karina is such a hard worker. I am very fortunate to have hired her in the past. She is dependable, reliable, and caring In all that she does. She puts in the work but goes the extra mile. I am grateful that she was able to take care of my two daughters."

Heather R.

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Lilian M.


Menlo Park, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working as a family assistant for over 17 years also working as a night nurse with newborn. With my experience I have learned how fun working with all kind smart, curious, funny, challenging and special need kids. They have their own personality. I believe kids need patience fun, love and discipline. I believe a...
Lilian can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lilian, or Nini as we call her, has been our nanny for almost 3 years and joined us when our oldest daughter was 4 months old. We now have a 1 year old and 3 year old who have been lovingly cared for by Nini as if they were her own. We moved from CA to NY during...

Maggie P.

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Mayara M.


San Mateo, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Mayara I am currently a nanny with +6 years of experience with newborns, infants, toddlers and older kids too. I have also worked in a daycare before being a full time nanny. - Bilingual nanny: English and Portuguese - Psychology degree - Special needs experience - CPR and First aid certified - NY driver's license...
Mayara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mayara cared for our twins everyday from the time they were 3 months - 3 years old. She is incredibly responsible, communicative, proactive, and quickly developed a loving relationship with our children. Mayara brought great value to our household. Not only did she...

Lauren C.

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Leticia M.


San Mateo, CA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Full-time care giver.

I believe anything is possible, it's those things in life that gives you meaning, not the good, but mostly the bad that turning into good, that is what keeps me going and what gives me joy. To be meaningful and help for those who need it the most. I had no idea what autism was the day when I started to work with the boy that had...
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Josie A.


Stanford, CA

$17-28/hr6 yrs exp

Energetic And Passionate Sitter

Hello! My name is Josie , and I am from San Diego, California. I have 6 years of experience with babysitting kids ranged from 5 months-13 years, and kids with special needs as well! I am passionate about being an involved sitter, and really enjoy getting to know the kids and help them learn new skills.
Josie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Josie is the best!!! I really can’t say enough good things about her. She’s super sweet and gentle, a total natural with little ones. I’ve known her and her family for a long time, and I can confidently say she is someone you can rely on and trust to genuinely care...

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Heather B.


San Mateo, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I currently work for the school district in San Mateo with kids who have special needs. I'm looking for some additional hours especially during the summer time.
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"We hired Heather as our mother's helper in the evening, three times a week. She is very dependable, clean, does a good job following directions, and enjoys playing with my kids. She was going through a transition time in her life when she was figuring out what she...

Melissa H.

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Andrea F.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing and Friendly Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have considerable experience working with special needs children including those with Asperger's, ADD, ADHD Bipolar and Kabuki Syndrome and signed NDA'S. Employing special exercises and a specialized diet, social behaviors and skills dramatically improved with those children. The children began enjoying life more...
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Taylor C.


Burlingame, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Flexible And Dedicated Caretaker

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent college graduate looking for full-time and part-time work. I love working with children and have many years of experience doing it. I have experience with all ages and special needs children. I have a sibling on the autism spectrum so I know the ins and outs of that field. I look forward to working with you!
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Taylor has taken care of our two-year-old son 35 hours per week for the past 9 weeks, and I am so sad we are losing her as nanny for her senior year of college! She got up to speed on our preferences for our son's care very quickly and formed a really sweet bond...

Amy L.

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Kathryn W.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kathryn and I love working with children! I have over 14 years of experience as a nanny and household manager including 6 years of special needs experience and a Master's Degree.
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Kathryn is a smart, caring, responsible and loving caregiver who I trust completely with my children. She worked for us for three years and we miss her every day! Our son is on the autism spectrum and she was an extremely loving, compassionate and capable nanny for...

Jane B.

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Laura S.


Belmont, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced childcare provider and spent the last year earning my Montessori teaching credential (I have a B. A. in early childhood education) while working in a local preschool. I am available starting immediately until the end of September, before my next commitment begins. I am also open to one-time opportunities...
Laura can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Ximena is without a doubt the best person to care for your child. She worked with us from the time my son was 4months-15 months and we would have kept her forever if it was possible. Every morning she showed up (usually 10 min early) not only was my son happy to...

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Natahlya S.


San Mateo, CA

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Nat and I'd love to tell you a little bit about myself. I'm a caregiver and behavioral technician who's passionate about helping kids grow and develop. With over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe and nurturing environment where your child...
5.0
"Great sitter!! Creates a nurturing and caring atmosphere for the children. Always prompt and great at communicating"

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Denise S.


San Mateo, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Warm, Caring And Flexible Bay Area Native

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Bay Area Mom... Certified in CPR, AED and First Aid. Trained Behavioral Therapist working with children with Autism. Five years of coaching for San Mateo PAL. I coached many sports with my two kids. Team parent in sports 19 times. Current Hillsdale High School Special Needs Liaison. Art in Action Art Docent 9 years. I have my...
Denise can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Denise took care of our son from 4 months old to 18 months old. Denise is very caring and loving and our son absolutely enjoys her company. She made sure there was a routine that was set with him and followed it diligently. She took inputs from us and adjusted the...

Shivangi C.

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Sarah D.


Burlingame, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Professional Seeking Part-time Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a 10+ year history of child care as a nanny, swim instructor, camp counselor, tutor, mother's helper, educator, after-school driver and special needs sport coach. I am comfortable working with kids of all ages (including infant care) and needs. Only available for occasional babysitting, no regular hours
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Carlos, CA

Karina P.

5.0

Karina is such a hard worker. I am very fortunate to have hired her in the past. She is dependable, reliable, and caring In all that she does. She puts in the work but goes the extra mile. I am grateful that she was able to take care of my two daughters.

- Heather R.

Lilian M.

5.0

Lilian, or Nini as well call her, has been with our family for almost 3 years and joined us when our first daughter was 4 months old. We have been extremely lucky to have Nini in our lives. We moved from CA to NY while Nini was with us and Nini offered to help with the transition to NY. Nini is very...

- Todd P.

Mayara M.

5.0

Mayara cared for our twins everyday from the time they were 3 months - 3 years old. She is incredibly responsible, communicative, proactive, and quickly developed a loving relationship with our children. Mayara brought great value to our household. Not only did she help maintain a daily routine, but...

- Lauren C.

Josie A.

5.0

Josie cared for our two girls several times when we had social and work obligations, including an entire week in which she arrived early in the morning, got the kids ready for school, and dropped them off when I had to be at work early. She was great with the girls, always arrived on time or early,...

- Care member

Heather B.

4.0

We hired Heather as our mother's helper in the evening, three times a week. She is very dependable, clean, does a good job following directions, and enjoys playing with my kids. She was going through a transition time in her life when she was figuring out what she wanted to do which is the only...

- Melissa H.

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