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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 $25/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in San Mateo, CA

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Taylor C.


Burlingame, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Flexible And Dedicated Caretaker

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for full-time and part-time work. I love working with children and have many years of experience doing it. I have experience with all ages and special needs children. I have a sibling on the autism spectrum so I know the ins and outs of that field. I look forward to working with you!
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Taylor has taken care of our two-year-old son 35 hours per week for the past 9 weeks, and I am so sad we are losing her as nanny for her senior year of college! She got up to speed on our preferences for our son's care very quickly and formed a really sweet bond...

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Yaya R.


Redwood City, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

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: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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: Meal prep, errands, 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, meal prep, errands, live-in home care
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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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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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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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

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 8+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, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Wendy Q.


South San Francisco, CA

$18-40/hr8 yrs exp

Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Wendy, and I'm currently a bio major at UC Davis on the path for dentistry. I have had experience working with special needs kids at a very early age because my brother, 23, has special needs. Prior to moving to Davis from the Bay Area, I was working as a tutor and mentor for kids with special needs. Due to my...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Beatriz C.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$18-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

I helped a man with his exercises and getting out of bed. He was in a wheel chair. I enjoy helping people, especially kids and the elderly. I have a passion on helping people, I wanted to care for people since I was a little girl.
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Ysabel T.


Redwood City, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Over the last 13 years I have cared for children. I have worked in both day care settings and with families. My interest in caring for children led me to take courses in child development. At this point, I have 40 units of classes. I have a lot of experience with babies, toddlers, and preschoolers and enjoy getting to know the...
Ysabel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.