Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in San Leandro, CA
We have 60 special needs caregivers in San Leandro, CA! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
Find special needs caregivers in San Leandro, CA that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in San Leandro, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in San Leandro, CA
Trozalla S.
San Leandro, CA
$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi My Name is Trozie and I seriously love hanging out with children! (I am fully vaccinated, up to date on CPR and first aid certifications, I have early childhood education units, water safety and special needs and medical care experience.)
Trozalla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Trozalla was a life saver and able to help us last minute with in home babysitting our 7 month old. She was extremely professional with her job. Without me even asking, she helped with a lot of laundry, bottles, and light house keeping. She was very clear about her...
Care member
Bella B.
San Leandro, CA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Friendly, fun-loving and trustworthy 22-year-old female currently attending college. Past & current babysitting experiences have included immediate friends, and family. I prepare meals, help with homework, craft projects, mentoring, getting them ready for bed/bath time, laundry/housekeeping and organizing activities. I have...
Bella can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Bella is super sweet and kind with the children. She takes direction well and had a really positive attitude. I appreciated her responding to our feed back and her go with the flow attitude."
Tom E.
Bathe, dress and groom child and change diapers
Practice CPR and First Aid in case of emergencies.
Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for the child.
Isabella W.
San Leandro, CA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a BA in social work and enjoy working with all age groups. I also have extensive experience with disabilities (both physical and developmental) as well as mental health struggles. Some examples include Autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, , TBI, Cerebral Palsy, degenerative diseases, and disorders. I work to cultivate an...
Almost 10 years working directly with patients and clients. I have experience in helping individuals with Autism and developmental disabilities. Worked with other various medical needs. I have worked in various settings such as: Nursing homes, State prison, and in home care. I started at 18 as a caregiver, at 21 became a CNA....
Hi, I'm Grace! I have worked as an EMT, Emergency Department Technician, and caregiver for clients with special needs for the last 8 years. I have a college degree in Allied Health and am currently in a registered nursing program in SF. I have reliable transportation, am a non-smoker and am CPR, EMT and phlebotomy certified. I...
My name is Maria I have worked as a Direct Support Professional for five years. Most of my experience in special ed population comes from caring for my son with autism. The rest of my experience comes from working in group homes where the population's diagnoses consist of OCD, Autism, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Mental, Physical,...
Janelle Z.
San Leandro, CA
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
My experience with children varies in age from toddlers to teenagers. I most recently in the past four years have worked with special needs students for the school district in San Leandro (elementary and high school). I received training through the school for crisis and behaviors with students (verbal, nonverbal autistic...
Janelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I currently work as an RBT at school for special needs children. So I work well with children just looking for something to do part time. After work.
Sofia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
(At this time, I am available for occasional date-night sitting only) In addition to raising two children of my own, I have been involved with children and children's programs for the past 15+ years, working with children of all ages. For the past 20 years, I have been involved in developing toys for children with special needs...
Josephine can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Agostina P.
San Leandro, CA
$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm very patient, creative, energetic single mom of a 6 y/o little girl. I have more than 7 years of experience working with children's from newborns to teenagers, and kids with special needs. I like to create a safe and fun environment where they feel comfortable and happy. I love music and dance, and I think that is one of the...
Agostina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been in the early childhood field since 2003. I have been working as a teacher in the East Bay (where I am born & raised) for over 16 years now. I am also a parent to my 13 yr old child. I am certified in first aid training and CPR certified as well, I have my own vehicle, have a clean driving record and am also a non...
Alora can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hiii families, I'm Amya and I'm a uni student studying to be a grade school teacher. I've been working as a babysitter for about 3 years and have professional working experience with children in schools for 2 years. I'm CPR/First Aid certified and in school for RBT to be able to provide ABA services to families of children with...
Amya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica, I am a student at SJSU studying criminal justice. I am extremely passionate about providing childcare, as well as very creative and enthusiastic in ways to keep your children entertained and busy. I have seven years of experience in dealing with children between the ages of 1-10. I also have experience...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there. I'm currently a speech-language pathologist who loves photography, cooking, and of course children :) Over the years I have worked with little ones of all ages. I've cared for children 3 months to 17 years of age and experienced the joys of watching them grow and learn. I specialize in working with children who have...
Shana can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Very sweet. The kids really liked her."
Christina L.
Katie D.
San Leandro, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Worked In County Schools Over 10 Years With Children With Special Needs
I've worked with children with special needs from ages 4-12yrs in San Mateo county schools since 2007, also cared for adult with special needs, I've been an in home caregiver also for 17 yrs, I enjoy this type of work, I'm trustworthy and very dependable
Katie can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
-
Hi! My name is Sara and I'm a senior at USF. I am a Psychology major (and Neuroscience minor), honors student. have been working with kids since I was 15 as a volunteer bible school/art teacher at St. Felicitas Parish. I also taught T-K part time at St. Clements. I have a lot of experience working with a magnitude of...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am experienced with providing care for both physically and cognitively disabled children and young adults. Duties would include bathing, grooming, feeding, meal preparation, assistance administering medications and treatment therapies.
Much of my experience comes from taking care of my younger sister who has Ataxia and...
5.0
"Rubie cared for my severely disabled 20 year old daughter. She bathed, toileted, fed, administered medication, g-tube, pulmonary hygiene as well as drove her to her activities and college classes. Rubie was always on time. She was reliable, caring, compassionate,...
Elizabeth B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun and experienced Academic Tutor who has been successfully teaching, tutoring, coaching and mentoring students K-12 since 2003. I teach core subjects like Math, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts as well essential study skills, executive functioning skills and work habits that are prerequisites for success in...
5.0
"Atusa is amazing. She has been working with my 5th grader for the past 6 months. He struggles with executive function & organizational skills as well as ADHD and she helps him with his homework while teaching him strategies to manage his work and keep himself...
Kristen M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Gena. I'm currently obtaining a Masters in Social Work. As a caregiver, it is important to listen attentively to every child and to identify their individual strengths in order for them to see the greatness they have within themselves. I currently provide play therapy services at a bilingual elementary school,...
5.0
"Gena has great compassion, patience, and integrity. She accompanies and mentors our disabled son in the community and at home working on daily living skills. "
Tracy J.
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Leandro, CA
Trozalla S.
5.0
Trozalla was a life saver and able to help us last minute with in home babysitting our 7 month old. She was extremely professional with her job. Without me even asking, she helped with a lot of laundry, bottles, and light house keeping. She was very clear about her rate ahead of time. We are...
- Care member
Bella B.
5.0
Bella is super sweet and kind with the children. She takes direction well and had a really positive attitude. I appreciated her responding to our feed back and her go with the flow attitude.
- Tom E.
Shana E.
5.0
She did a great job entertaining my two boys while I was away and she even took the time to show me how to play a game they had fun playing with her.
- Mary A.
Rubie C.
5.0
Rubie cared for my severely disabled 20 year old daughter. She bathed, toileted, fed, administered medication, g-tube, pulmonary hygiene as well as drove her to her activities and college classes. Rubie was always on time. She was reliable, caring, compassionate, responsible and communicated well....
- Elizabeth B.
Atusa A.
5.0
Atusa is amazing. She has been working with my 5th grader for the past 6 months. He struggles with executive function & organizational skills as well as ADHD and she helps him with his homework while teaching him strategies to manage his work and keep himself focussed.
She is extremely patient...
- Kristen M.
Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services
Special Needs Caregiver Articles
Moms are not machines: Why time for yourself isn’t selfish — and how to get it
April 16th, 2025 Becoming a parent is a beautiful and rewarding experience, but it can also be unrelenting, particularly if you’re one of the many moms struggling to fi... Read more
Special Needs Care for Adult Children: Interview Questions
January 24th, 2018 Hiring personal care assistants (PCAs) is often a key part of a disabled adult’s system of care. Some hire PCAs through an agency, while others hire an... Read more
Mental health breaks for parents are nonnegotiable: Here’s why
April 15th, 2024 The joy they bring is endless, but … Kids. Are. Full. On. The demands. The playdates and activities. The snacks. The messes! While their smiles and sn... Read more
The kids are not alright: How to know if your teen is struggling and help them cope
June 27th, 2022 For over two years, families have anticipated a return to normalcy following the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. But as schools fully reopened and kids’... Read more
Ratings for San Leandro, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in San Leandro, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.