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184 special needs caregivers are listed in San Jose, CA

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in San Jose, CA

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Elizabeth L.


San Jose, CA

$38/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Personal Assistant

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Hello. My name is Liz, and I am an experienced Nanny and Personal Assistant located in San Jose. I have multiple years of caring for children of all ages. I have worked with special needs children, premature infants, and twins. I am open to the position I am seeking (Full-time or Part-time). A mutual fit is of the upmost...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kim W.


San Jose, CA

$32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Family Assistant Available Ful Time And Flexable

I have been a Nanny from new born to teenager... I parented a special needs child who is now a happy thriving adult. I am an excellent cook, musician, massage therapist and CPR certified for babies and adults. I am seeking a long term fit , and creating a winning situation. I am responsible and reliable. I am integrity driven...
Kim can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ingrid R.


San Jose, CA

$27-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello families! My name is Ingrid. I am originally from Colombia I live in San José California. I was previously a garden assistant, I am fluent in Spanish. I am currently taking English classes online. I am a very cheerful, respectful, positive and affectionate person. Taking care of children is my passion, I have a beautiful...
Ingrid can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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Aylin R.


San Jose, CA

$22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! I am an active and positive person who has over 10+ years tutoring and taking care of children. Throughout high school, I would tutor middle schoolers and take care of elementary schoolers in after school programs. In college, I worked as an English Language Learner tutor, and I would tutor students with special needs....
Aylin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Heather B.


San Jose, CA

$25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hello! I'm a dedicated nanny with over 5 years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, as well as individuals with special needs. Throughout my career, I've developed a strong ability to create a safe and nurturing space, ensuring children feel supported & empowered. I like working with kids because it's fun&...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Keriann L.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi! My name is Keriann, I am 25 years old and looking to nanny/babysit in the bay area. I received my LVN diploma from Unitek College in 2019 and am currently taking classes at Foothill college to obtain my degree in mathematics. I work at a daycare (for almost 2 years) in the afternoons with ages 7 months to 4 years old, and in...
Keriann can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Hannah R.


San Jose, CA

$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Your Right Hand & Go-to!

Hey parents! My name is Hannah and I am an experienced babysitter, coach, friend, & student who provides a ton of love and care for your little ones. I've always had a passion for kids as my patience and work ethic speaks for itself. I've had experience with toddler twins, newborns, and special needs. You can put your trust into...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Anna Lisa R.


San Jose, CA

$30-40/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Anna. While most of my experience is caring for special needs children, I have cared for children in both home and school settings. Because of my experience, I believe I would be a great addition to any family due to being well rounded and being able to care for children in any setting. I have worked with...
Anna Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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"Anna was a pleasure to work with. She was knowledgable about how to interact with kids and facilitate play between our little ones. She has been reliable, diligent and responsive in all our interactions as well. Highly recommended!"

Patrick K.

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Julia R.


San Jose, CA

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as creative, out-going, and kind I like working with kids because each day is a new adventure and never boring. Nothing matches the energy of a child's enthusiasm for life and eagerness to learn. I also love making a positive impact on the lives of children. I plan to be a mother myself in the future...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Tamera P.


San Jose, CA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Retired, Empty-Nester, 20+ Yrs Experience

Hello! My name is Tammy. I retired 6 years ago and am an official "empty-nester." I am patient, positive, compassionate and reliable with 25+ years professional experience working with senior, child and special needs clients. I am an organized, multitasker, that requires minimal supervision and is CPR and first aid certified...
Tamera can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jessica H.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Jess. I'm a very reliable, patient, and fun person who has approximately 4 years of experience caring for children, from toddlers to teenagers. I have also had the privilege of working with children with special needs, particularly those with Down Syndrome. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Julie W.


San Jose, CA

$50-75/hr • 10 yrs exp

Doctoral Candidate And Behavior Analyst

Experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst and doctoral candidate with a speech pathology background. My high rate reflects the expertise I bring, offering full-time high-level therapy to clients. I selectively accept work comparable to my current rate, prioritizing quality service. With extensive experience in behavior...
Julie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Selena O.


San Jose, CA

$34/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have experience as a lead teacher in a child care facility where I cared for infants aged 6 weeks to 18 months. I am currently attending Mission College to receive my associates in Child Development. I have met the CDC preschool requirement, including infant and toddler safety. I also have professional experience with...
Selena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Anatasia L.


San Jose, CA

$21-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

I come from a background of volunteering for young adults and adults with special needs, bringing joy and happiness to their lives. Additionally, I have cared for infants and toddlers of mothers in rehabilitation programs. I am a warm-hearted, friendly person who is extremely empathetic, well-rounded, and responsible. Apart from...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Maria N.


San Jose, CA

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have experience working with children of all ages with all type of different backgrounds and special needs. I am a licensed driver and have a medical background in connection with all children including autistic spectrum disorder. I am a responsible qualified candidate with a certificate in medical assisting, A. A. Degree, CPR...
Maria can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Leilani M.


San Jose, CA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Experienced Nanny

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a career Nanny in a private home setting since 2007. I transitioned to a special needs Nanny in 2018. I absolutely love working with special needs and want to further both my career & experience. I have experience with autistic young adults & adolescents. I have also worked Downs syndrome as well as non-verbal. My...
Leilani can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

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Gabriela V.


San Jose, CA

$32-37/hr • 10 yrs exp

Perfect Babysitter/Nanny One Call Away

Hello! My name is Gabriela and I am looking for a couple of families to assist with childcare and organization tasks as needed. I have a Masters Degree in Social Work and work as a Medical Social Worker at a local hospital. I have worked with newborns to 12yrs old, have experience with children with special needs, and experience...
Gabriela can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jeanine Angelica V.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

I have 18 years of experience working with children in after school programs, summer camps, in home behavioral therapy, in the school district as an instructional assistant, occasional tutoring, and babysitting. The last 10 years of my career, I've specialized in working in a special day class as well as in summer schools for...
Jeanine Angelica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Aracely G.


San Jose, CA

$25-28/hr • 5 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a certified licensed nurse from Mexico in process of revalidating my degree in the U. S. I have experience with newborns, elderly and people with special needs. I'm a US citizen, I was born in Los Angeles, but I have lived all my life in Mexico, I have lived in the United States for 5 years, I speak a little English but...
Aracely can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Desiree M.


San Jose, CA

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am Desiree, I am 27 years old, with a degree in Early Childhood Education from one of Brazil's top four universities, which ranks 12th in Latin America. Strong driver, pet-friendly, covid vaccinated + boosted, CPR certified and I have worked with kids for the past 8 years as a Teacher, Au Pair and Nanny. I am open for a...
Desiree can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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

Average Rating4.2 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in San Jose, CA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 184 listed special needs caregivers.