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Find special needs caregivers in San Mateo, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in San Mateo, CA

The average posted rate is $26/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in San Mateo, CA

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Yaya R.


Redwood City, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a caregiver for more than 20years for elderly patients and children I also have experience work with autism spectrum disorder patients food intolerance and other special Needs I speak fluent English , Portuguese and Spanish . I would Love to help to help your love one providing great companionship to special needs,...
Yaya can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
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Lyn A.


South San Francisco, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

A Loving Nurse/Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I graduated in BSNursing and been working as a licensed vocational nurse for almost 30 years. I am currently working as a private duty nurse to pediatric patients with special needs and love working with kids so I can watch them learn, grow and give a positive impact on their lives. I'd describe my personality as compassionate,...
Lyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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"Lyn has provided exceptional care at our home for our mother who was discharged from a nursing and rehabilitation facility. Lyn is loving, caring, kind and patient with our mother, who has dementia. Lyn is dependable and punctual and she has a positive attitude....

Melanie B.

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Yarely A.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

Childcare Professional

Hello, my name is Yarely, I am 24 years old and have been in child care for 8+ years. Currently, I am a paraprofessional in special needs education. No matter what age or stage a child is at, I have experience and know how to handle any situation. I am patient and energetic and enjoy spending my free time hiking, cooking new...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi there! I've always loved interacting with kids and caring for kids. I started taking care of my younger cousins and after began working with a family where I babysat two boys for about 3 years. I was also a tutor for about a year and a half and in the last 3 summers I've volunteer to work with special needs kids where I've...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have experience with a person who has dementia, he is in a wheelchair, I work with him currently, eh? I'll help him with the bath, I'll change his panper, eh? I make him food and other home bridge needs, eh? I have training from humbridge. I have several certificates, eh? One of them is CPR Thank you
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Elizabeth A.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$25-40/hr

Part-time Caregiver

I've worked along children as a nanny, caregiver and ABA therapist for 8 years. I've worked with children on the spectrum and severe neurological disabilities. I am in pursuit of a degree in pediatric occupational therapy.
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Amy A.


Redwood City, CA

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

I have a bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology with a minor in Psychology. I also studied speech-language pathology for several semesters in graduate school. My coursework included classes on typical development, as well as developmental syndromes courses, autism, pediatric feeding and swallowing, children's health and...
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Lisa D.


South San Francisco, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Care

I have 10+ years experience working with Special Needs children as and aide in and elementary school setting. I have worked with mild/moderate/severe, specialized in mod/severe. I am consistent, kind and excellent dealing with behaviors, I love what I do.
I have had the privilege of working for a wonderful family of three boys. The oldest has Autism. I have worked with this family for 15 years! I have experienced a lot with this disability. I have been through therapies, I have aided him at school, I have experienced all the behavior issues good/bad. I feel that working with...
I just graduated from UC Davis and am looking for work. I have experience with individuals with special needs so I am very compassionate, patient, and understanding. I love to help others in any way that I can and provide any type of warm environment full of good energy and positivity. On my free time I love spending time with...
Wendy can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
I worked as a housekeeper for 3 years and currently work as a nanny. I have experience taking care of a 22-year-old boy with special needs. For 1 year. I did all the housework, took him to parks, prepared meals and went to the grocery store. His parents moved to Sacramento and unfortunately I have not worked with them for a...
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Cindy C.


San Carlos, CA

$18-40/hr8 yrs exp

Hi, I like to work with people, and I have experience doing it, I am psychologist and I have been working with kids with special needs around 10 years. I'm from Nicaragua, so I speak Spanish and English (and Case you want to learn Spanish) I am very friends and I like to communicate, and help people because I think one day I...
Cindy can also help with: Transportation, live-in home care, meal prep, errands
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Megan W.


Belmont, CA

$24-25/hr5 yrs exp

Personable And Experienced Caretaker

I am an experience child and adult caregiver who is looking to help out in the mornings during the weekdays. I'm happy to help with tasks involving caregiving as well as housekeeping and general maintenance. I have extensive experience with special needs individuals and I am CPR and basic life certified. I'd describe myself as...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Andrea F.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing and Friendly Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have considerable experience working with special needs children including those with Asperger's, ADD, ADHD Bipolar and Kabuki Syndrome and signed NDA'S. Employing special exercises and a specialized diet, social behaviors and skills dramatically improved with those children. The children began enjoying life more...
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Jazmin E.


Burlingame, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10+ years of experience working with kids of all ages, newborns, toddlers, twins, teens, etc. and as a family assistant. Feel free to reach for more details.
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Niomi G.


Redwood City, CA

$22-28/hr

SPED Children Caregiver

I have multiple years of experience working with children on the spectrum. I work in a classroom setting and focus on assisting students to achieve their individual goals whether they regard life skills or academic skills or both. I truly enjoy teaching and seeing the improvement in students after working on their goals each...
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Alyssa J.


Belmont, CA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Summer/Weekend Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a fun, energetic, and compassionate babysitter, I bring a mix of professional training and hands-on experience to every childcare opportunity. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and am currently working on my Master's in Marriage and Family Counseling, specializing in children. In addition to my studies, I have worked...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Caroline F.


Pacifica, CA

$21-26/hr7 yrs exp

Second Nature

I'm a mother to three, I have a big dog and two silly cats. I am a Health Technician and work in a Nurse's office for three local schools. I take first aid, CPR, immunization and emergency care training yearly. I give medication and provide light medical treatments to general ed and special needs children. I have 10 years...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kymberly M.


Redwood City, CA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs And Care Giving

Hello, I am reaching out to express my interest in leveraging my extensive experience in providing care for elderly individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, and various other conditions. With over 10 years of hands-on experience, including 8 years in a memory care facility, I have honed my skills in caring for...
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Heidi B.


San Carlos, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Wanting To Help.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Heidi. I'm 26 years old. I'm a nanny that is looking to fill my M-Th with nannying so as to have my weekends still available for my job as a hair stylist. I've been a nanny for a few different families. I've 6+years paid experience in addition to many years as a babysitter to my 18 nieces and nephews. Loved each...
Heidi can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in San Mateo, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.