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180 special needs caregivers are listed in San Jose, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in San Jose, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I consider myself as an energetic, positive and hard working gal with 4 years of paid experience as a caregiver for people between the ages 3-65. Fortunately, I worked for the Los Angeles Unified School District as a Special Education Substitute with children between the ages 3-17. I currently work as a Registered...
5.0
(1)
I have more than 20 years of caregiver experience, providing compassionate and professional care to Adults and Children who are developmentally disabled with medical condition and behavior (Level 4 E facility). I have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively, function independently, and interact...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I care deeply about the health and well-being of infants and toddlers. Having dedicated over 20 years of my career to working with families in childcare has made me aware of the importance sleep has in the development of healthy children. Working with dozens of parents, I have found that one of the most difficult problems...
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I began caregiving by assisting my brother-in-law after he began hospice care for his cancer diagnosis. When I came to the United States, I started working for a 73-year-old male with Spinocerebella Ataxia for 4 months. When he passed away, I decided to go to school and I took training to get my CNA in New Jersey. I enjoy...
5.0
"I know Rudy personally as a genuinely helpful and caring person. His jolly outlook and attitude warms up the heart of those whom he meets and brings a smile to his patients. Having a close relationship with him, I know that every single one of whom he has worked...
Jenny R.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently studying for my Nursing boards. I have graduated from Creighton University with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. I have worked and volunteered for children with special need 6 years with physical and developmental disabilities in Challenge sports. I started off as a basic volunteer eventually I moved to coaches...
4.0
"Jessica is very friendly and positive. She works extremely well with my two very different sons, one of whom is autistic and has limited verbal skills. I am impressed that she is able to handle both of them at once! Her availability is limited, but aside from...
Molly L.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I care for two siblings with autism, along with a third child who too has autism. They have taught me more than I could have ever anticipated. They have hearts of gold and are beautiful young human beings. I came into this not knowing much about autism, but I have learned so much and find it fastening to see them overcome their...
4.0
"Julia only worked with us briefly, but I would recommend her to work with your children. We have a son who is on the spectrum and can be very difficult; Julia did an excellent job with him. "
Molly L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lauren, a mother of 2 and I've been a professional nanny for 26 years. I have extensive experience with ages newborn- 13 years old & experience with children with allergies, medical needs and developmental/special needs.
I have been a nanny for my current family for 10 years and the kids are growing up (as they do!) and...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren joined us when my first son was born 9 years ago, continued to grow with us when my second son was born 6 years ago, and has truly become a part of our family. She is kind, generous and patient with our kids. She's navigated changes in her own family over...
Amanda S.
5.0
(3)
I have always loved working with children. I started volunteering at an Elementary school tutoring children. I babysat a couple months old baby all the way to the age of 3. I have also taught preschool aged children for an after school program. During my internship I worked with children of special needs as my BA is in...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We connected with Maria through Care.com in July 2024 when my husband was. She is nice, reliable and firm with my kids. And both my kids like her! We like her too!"
Aida K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families, thank you for viewing my profile. am 30 years old and reside in CA with my wife, daughter and our 3 dogs. I have a college degree from UC Berkeley, a health coaching certification and I am CPR / First Aid / AED certified. I have over 12 years of experience working with children with and without special needs in a...
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabby has been taking care of my baby girl for total about 10 months. She was professional, and put us completely at ease. She was warm, kind, and caring. She engaged with my baby girl by music, reading, taking a walk, all kinds of activities, etc., and my girl...
Beth L.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Also "date night" and occasional times available.
I formerly had a home daycare license in Mountain View, CA for 5 years. I worked as an in-home nanny for 15+ years, Girl Scout and Cub Scout leader for 10+ years, preschool and Head Start ass't teacher 2 years. I love doing arts & crafts, silly songs & games, storytelling,...
Mona can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mona is the best! She has a wide variety of experience with children. She is responsible and reliable. Mona watched our son for many years from the time he was a baby until he was 5 years old. I always felt peace of mind when she watched him. She loves children and...
Elizabeth N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have: -20 yrs of babysitting experience
-8 yrs of Nanny experience
-Worked with children of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, health conditions, special needs, Autism, developmental delays, & behavioral challenges.
-Bachelors Degree in Nutritional Sciences
-Continued education post graduation in various programs/coursework in...
Michele can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Michele showed great attention to detail, compassion and enthusiasm in everything she did. She had outstanding techniques to help them acclimate to her and their new routine. By day 2, our boys were simply obsessed with her (which was surprising to us as our...
Olivia H.
I have not had professional experience but rather personal experience from my own younger siblings that have special learning needs and need my assistance for simple tasks or even other people that I am close too. I am very patient and understanding. I would love to try to communicate and teach new things to the kids.
They say that Special Children are given to Special Parents!
I have worked with Special Needs children and am also the mother of a Special Needs young man who lives with his father full time.
have been a school teacher, teaching ESL and have always had a connection with children, special and others.
I am reliable and can take...
Martha O.
San Jose, CA
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced With Special Needs, Diabetic Care, And Elderly With Dementia And Alzheimers
Hello I have been working with children and adults with special needs for quite a few years. experienced with special needs, diabetic care, and elderly with dementia and Alzheimers. I am very passionate about those with those that need careful attention and I'm very patient to pay attention to detail. I am a licensed vocational...
Hi, my name is Alisha and I'm hard of hearing. Know sign language communication. I would to take care kids and teach sign language.
Hello! My name is Anna. I specialize in working with children with special needs. I graduated from CSUEB in 2014 earning my BA in Human Development. After graduation, I became an ABA Therapist. In 2016, I started working for a non-profit nonpublic school teaching students on the spectrum. I am currently a Senior Instructional...
Career Objective:
I am looking for an opportunity to apply my great skills and qualifications to helping others.
Prepare meals
Bathing
Dressing
Light housekeeping
comfortable with pets
has own car
non-smoker
Other Skills:
*CPR Certified
*Punctual and regular
*Honest
*Enthusiastic and creative
*Pleasant personality
*Good...
My most recent position was caring for a 6-year-old boy with Down's syndrome, autistic & non verbal. I absolutely loved my job and my preference going forward is to care for special needs children
Sorell C.
San Jose, CA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Have Been A Language Therapist For 25 Years From Colombia With Experience In Children Special Need
I have been a language therapist for 25 years from Colombia with experience in children with special needs, in the areas of language speaking voice hearing reading writing problems in basic learning devices such as attention memory concentration habituation through playful activities for the development and evolution of each...
Working with special needs kids is ultimately a goal of mine in the future. In the past, I have worked with children and adults with special needs including autism, down syndrome, severe learning disabilities, asperger's, ADHD, ADD and dyslexia. My experience also includes working with and caring for individuals with mental,...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Jose, CA
Rodolfo G.
5.0
Rudy has been working with us for two years now. He is always reliable and dependable. We appreciate his good nature and willingness to always be helpful.
- Heidi G.
Jessica D.
4.0
Jessica is very friendly and positive. She works extremely well with my two very different sons, one of whom is autistic and has limited verbal skills. I am impressed that she is able to handle both of them at once! Her availability is limited, but aside from that she is quite wonderful. I would...
- Molly L.
Julia M.
4.0
Julia only worked with us briefly, but I would recommend her to work with your children. We have a son who is on the spectrum and can be very difficult; Julia did an excellent job with him.
- Molly L.
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren joined us when my first son was born 9 years ago, continued to grow with us when my second son was born 6 years ago, and has truly become a part of our family. She is kind, generous and patient with our kids. She's navigated changes in her own family over the years, as well as moves for...
- Amanda S.
Maria A.
5.0
We connected with Maria through Care.com in July 2024 when my husband was. She is nice, reliable and firm with my kids. And both my kids like her! We like her too!
- Aida K.
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Ratings for San Jose, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.1 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in San Jose, CA are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 180 listed special needs caregivers.