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181 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

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Nancy C.


San Jose, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Nancy and here's a little bit about me. I am a very responsible, punctual, caring, professional, neat, and patient caregiver with no criminal history and a clean driving record. I believe I am an excellent candidate and am suited for this position as I am extensively experienced working with kids. My first...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Gina A.


San Jose, CA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Weekend Care Giver Avaliable

Hello Families, My name is Gina and I am currently looking for weekend positions. I have worked with children for about 4 years now ranging from ages 4-17 years old. I've worked with both boys and girls, children with special needs, and at risk youth. I worked as an in home ABA therapist providing services for children with...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Yanisa. I bring five years of childcare experience. Following my graduation with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing Science from Thailand, I worked in the pediatrics department of a hospital for three years. In the hospital, my work involves caring for children with special needs. I've been caring for my host...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rebeca D.


San Jose, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

My name is Rebeca and I am looking to work for a family full time but I'm open to part time. I just moved here from Massachusetts, my most recent job was before I moved here, I watched a 2-year-old (since he was a newborn, I started it as a overnight nanny) and a 7 yo. The baby got the autism diagnosis and needed to be with...
Rebeca can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Celine R.


San Jose, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

I have over a decade of experience working with individuals of all ages and abilities, including those with special needs. Currently, I serve as a paraeducator at an elementary school, where I support preschool children with autism in their growth and development. My background also includes working in a variety of youth...
Celine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Juliana M.


San Jose, CA

$23-35/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Juliana. I have a strong background in working with elementary aged children. i've gained experience working as a babysitter. I have also worked as a summer camp counselor and lead instructor. Currently, I am working with special needs kids as a paraprofessional at an elementary school.
Juliana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Mayra K.


San Jose, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

In the last 13 years, I have worked with different nanny agencies around the Bay Area. I have worked with high-end clients. I met terrific families who became like family. I can cook and meal prep. I also meal prep for babies. Clean and organize, run errands, and handle the calendar. I can help with homework and do arts and...
Mayra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Enas A.


San Jose, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Long-term Experienced Sitter/nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, everyone. I'm Enas and have over 20+ years of experience with kids, including with special needs and I have AA degree in child development . I'm located in West San Jose and can sit from my house, or I can come to you. Thanks
Enas can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Elizabeth D.


San Jose, CA

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver/nanny

I'm a single mom with a teenager, seeking to earn some extra income. I've worked with special needs children aged 0 to 21 and truly enjoyed it. My responsibilities included engaging in arts and crafts, one-on-one play, teaching new skills, assisting nurses with feeding, and caring for children with conditions like seizures,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Tracy U.


San Jose, CA

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of Twins Available To Give Fellow Moms And Dads A Break!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a former Pre-K teacher and business owner who has made the decision, after many years of working, to stay home with my kids. I am a "Boymom," with 11-year-old twins and a grown "kid" who's 20. I also adore my nieces and nephews whom I've had the opportunity to care for quite often, so I've been at this a long time!...
Tracy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Kelsey G.


San Jose, CA

$30-35/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny Seeking A Position 25-40 Hours A Week

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello!!! I am looking for nanny work in San Jose. I have a wide variety of experience. Please read below. I have previous experience taking care of special needs kids and helping them with their learning disabilities. I have also worked taking care of a 6-month-old baby girl and caring for her 2-year-old brother. I have also...
Kelsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hi There! My name is Francesca and I am a 25-year-old student at SJSU looking for part time work. I graduated from West Valley College (with 3 AA's) and I'm majoring in Child and Adolescent Development. I hope one day to have a career working with special needs children. I work at the Child Development Center on the West Valley...
Franchesca can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Shari C.


San Jose, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Professional, Loving Nanny/BT/ABA

Experienced and professional! Special education Medical Professional and instructional assistant for 10+ years. Full-time Special Needs-Nanny for a wonderful family of 6. Mom of three grown children. ABA/BT Certifying. BT held. CPR certified.
Shari can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

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Yasmina M.


San Jose, CA

$17-35/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With ECE Knowledge And Experience

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry I can also help with distance learning. I have also been a preschool teacher and I have a Special needs certificate. I am FUN, loving and caring!
Yasmina can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Julio S.


San Jose, CA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

I am an enthusiastic and patient individual with years of caregiving experience. I work with special needs children and adults teaching independent living skills, academics, and assisting with speech pathology. I customize my approach for each client based on their specific needs. In addition, I have spent countless summers...
Julio can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nilda D.


San Jose, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Caregiver With More Than 16 Years Of Experience In Caring For The Special Needs And Elderly.

I'd describe my personality as Cheerful, compassionate and kind I like caring for seniors because it's like caring for my parents I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling, not physically exhausting, in a pleasant environment and pays accordingly I started caring for seniors when my cousin's friend opened their first Care...
Nilda can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Dohar M.


San Jose, CA

$26/hr7 yrs exp

A Friendly Caregiver

I am an ABA therapist, with 9 years of experience with special needs kids. I had 4years of experience as Certified Nurse Assistant ( CNA) . Many years experience as a nanny. Love to help people and assist with their needs.
Dohar can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Jan P.


San Jose, CA

$25-50/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings, My name is Jan and l'm currently looking for a private caregiving position in the afternoon. I have 9 years of caregiving experience. Including working at memory care, individuals with special needs and disabilities. My expertise in caregiving is catered towards the clients necessities. Which includes providing...
Jan can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Julie W.


San Jose, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Doctorate Level 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: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & more
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Aminiasi K.


San Jose, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Passionate Senior Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I have 7+ year's experience in Senior Care working with various cases from Parkinson, Dementia, Alzheimer, clients with special needs. I do not see this as a job but more so, something that I am enjoy doing. I also do house cleaning and cooking, I'm a great team player and thrive under pressure. My ethnic background is...
Aminiasi can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, home modification, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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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 50 reviews of the 181 listed special needs caregivers.