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176 special needs caregivers are listed in San Jose, CA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in San Jose, CA
Thais S.
San Jose, CA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Thais I'm from Brazil. I took care of twins for 3 years, they were 8 months old. second experience the boy was 2 years old and the baby girl was 6 months old, for 2 years. third experience two girls they were 7 and 8 years old for 1 year. fourth experience 3 kids, the baby girl was 11 months old and I pick up the boys from...
Thais can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We were fortunate enough to have Thais taking care of our daughter from 12 months to 2.5 years when our daughter went to preschool.
Highlights about Thais:
1. She genuinely loves children. She has continual relationships with all of the kids she's cared for...
Laurel M.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Vanessa I am seeking my next nanny opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs.
My background caring for infants, toddlers, and youth started when I worked as special needs caregiver. In college, I...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Vanessa for a potential full time role and decided not to move ahead due to a change in plans. She watched my 11 mo old for two months and did a great job. She is caring, engaging, and a great communicator. I’m sad that it didn’t work out, but we’ll be...
Care member
5.0
(6)
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 has watched our 8 month old girl for the past 6 months but we are soon moving out of state. In short - we are so lucky to have found Lauren. She is kind, calm, and patient. Incredibly organized, a wonderful teacher. Creative and energetic and she is active...
Melissa R.
4.0
(1)
I am currently a Child Development Studies Major at West Valley College, with one semester away from my Merit Certificate in Child Studies. I have been an on going babysitter/nanny for the past five years, with a range of children from newborns, to 12 years old. For over a year and a half, I was a full time nanny for a...
Brittney can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Zoey and I would love to help!
I have been babysitting/nannying for about 10 years and have experience with kids of all ages (6 days old to 18!). I am a swim coach in the summers and right now I work at a day care for kids 8 weeks old-12 years old. I also have experience with kids with special needs. I was a...
Zoey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Zoey was excellent on communication and watched our 4 kids with no issues. Thanks Zoey!"
Matt J.
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...
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.
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...
As the mother of a 25 years-old daughter with special needs and my experience for more the 15 years as a care giver, it is a pleasure to help someone I can make special every day with my care and company
I have worked with children of all abilities, and children with special needs are my specialty! I know that constant care of a child with special needs can be tiring at times, I have a child with special needs myself. Please allow me to assist you in any way I can, your child is in good hands with me!
I have been a registered behavior technician for 3 years. I am currently a Behavior Support specialist and Safety Care trainer.
7 years of experience working in the field of ABA working with individuals between the ages of 3-29-year-olds and currently hold a BCBA credential. A strong believer that a positive experience can have a long lasting impact to the families.
Alondra G.
San Jose, CA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Alondra. I am a 22-year-old college student majoring in Biology-PreMed. For this reason I have recently had to resign from my job at Santa Clara County Office of Education as a Paraeducator so I have experience working with children with different disabilities. I am CPR and first-aid certified through American...
Hello
Thank you for considering me to help you out. I do have basic experience with working with patients with disabilities. From my experience I've cared for a child & an adult with disabilities. Each were a different care but I've learned from grooming, feeding, changing, bathing with the patients. I am CPR/First aid...
Monica T.
San Jose, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Medical Social Work Grad Student/ Behavioral Health Focus
Graduate Student, experienced working with behavioral health clients, clients with cognitive and mental health delayed, suffered with Alzheimer's and dementia. Familiar with ADHD patients, autism, and health cognitive related issues. Connecting services to clients, family advocates, case management, consultations, and...
Melissa C.
San Jose, CA
$30-48/hr • 10 yrs exp
I bring over 15 years of childcare experience to the table, having cared for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I am a highly reliable, patient, and creative individual, ensuring a nurturing and stimulating environment for your children. My organizational skills, planning abilities, and talent for multitasking...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Jose, CA
Thais S.
5.0
Thais is an all-star. We were fortunate to have her watch over our 1-month old for a day. She was communicative, punctual, and caring. We would have had no problem leaving her on her own for the day with our baby; that's how much skill in caring for babies she exuded. We hope to have the chance to...
- Dan L.
Vanessa L.
5.0
We hired Vanessa for a potential full time role and decided not to move ahead due to a change in plans. She watched my 11 mo old for two months and did a great job. She is caring, engaging, and a great communicator. I’m sad that it didn’t work out, but we’ll be calling her in the future if we need...
- Care member
Lauren G.
5.0
We’ve had the absolute pleasure of having Lauren care for our child, and we could not be more grateful! From day one, Lauren was reliable, loving, and an attentive caregiver who always went above and beyond to ensure our child felt safe, nurtured, and engaged.
What stood out most is how Lauren...
- Care member
Zoey D.
5.0
Zoey was punctual, caring and calm with our 10-month old son well. She played with him, was able to put him to sleep, took him for a walk and he was very comfortable with her. Would definitely hire again.
- Care member
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Ratings for San Jose, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in San Jose, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 71 reviews of the 176 listed special needs caregivers.