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60 special needs caregivers are listed in San Rafael, CA

The average posted rate is $28/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in San Rafael, CA

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Laurel S.


San Rafael, CA

$30-40/hr3 yrs exp

Intuitive Caregiving

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I have over 3 years of paid caregiving experience with those with special needs and also dementia. I will get to know each person and take each day as a new learning experience to grow into a better caregiver. I thoroughly enjoy being of assistance to others while also giving them the independence and respect that they deserve....
Laurel can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
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Emma E.


San Rafael, CA

$20-25/hr

Senior Companionship/ Care Giver Available!

I currently work as a special needs aid, for most of my career I've been in caregiving working with children/ special needs as I love helping those around me and being of service to my community. When I was younger my mother and I moved to help care for my grandfather, and be his primary caregiver. I was there to help out when...
Emma can also help with: Personal care
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Camila R.


San Rafael, CA

$45-50/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have a great experience in hospice care, with special needs and senior. I am a professional personal assistant and I have amazing references.
Camila can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Mandy J.


San Rafael, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Type 1 Diabetes Specialist

I am a 33-year-old female, I have extensive childcare and tutoring experience ages 10 months to high school. I personally have type 1 diabetes and understand the additional care, emergency plans, and protocol for carbohydrates counting, athletics, extracurricular, etc. and encourage "living without limits" with type 1. I am...
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Aliche R.


Richmond, CA

$20-24/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Ive been a care. com care taker/nanny for about 2 years with plenty of experience outside of it. I've cared for children in my family growing up to professionally managing a classroom with 15 3-5 yr olds. I worked at a daycare teaching preschoolers and slowly worked my way to be becoming youth development leader for an after...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Aliche was a life savor to me and my 1.5 year old. She played, gave snacks, and did outdoor time with our son. She was so sweet and he really loved her! She was very safe during Covid and didn't mind wearing a mask inside the home which we really appreciated! We...

Yasmeen D.

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Monica M.


Greenbrae, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi. My name Is Monica. I have taken care of all ages groups: newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, children and teenagers. I studied physical therapy and have recently graduated with an associates in Psychology and behavioral sciences. I speak Spanish and English fluently. I also have an intermediate Italian language...
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We are so grateful for Monica's loving, attuned care for our son, who was one year old when she worked with us. Monica worked with us part time for close to six months and was incredibly responsible, reliable and supportive. We only moved on because our schedules...

Annie E.

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Georgialee Q.


Sausalito, CA

$37/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate & High Energy

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

enthusiastic personality patient & communicative loves to learn & teach engaging & energetic creative & empathetic - experience with toddlers to teenagers - experience with special needs & allergies - CPR certified - valid driver's license & passport
Georgialee can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"We hired Georgialee last February while we worked from home, so we saw her throughout the day teaching and caring for our children. Georgialee is safety-conscious and complied with all COVID safety protocols. Beyond the basic musts for any care-giver (prompt,...

Christine S.

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Georgialee Q.


Sausalito, CA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Teenage Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with a teenage boy with epilepsy and the learning challenges that he faces as well as helping his learn social behavior. The feeling when he remembers something or shows advancement in his progress is irreplaceable- so rewarding.
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Madalitso M.


Novato, CA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Full/Part Time Nanny, Family Assistant, Caregiver, House Keeper Available Now.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a mature woman who love kids. I am fun to be with; I am dependable, honest and flexible. I have worked with families taking care of of kids all ages in Marin County for over 10 years. I also have a few caregiving/elderly care/special needs. I live in San Marin, Novato. I have a clean CDL with reliable transport. I am CPR...
Madalitso can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Mada is a skilled, experienced, thoughtful caregiver. She took care of my 9-month-old son over several weeks. Mada came to my home prepared to bond and support my son's social, emotional, and physical development. For example, she wore a special necklace that...

Althea W.

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Cristal D.


Richmond, CA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am passionate about helping others, I sense there is a need for us to spread love to anyone we encounter with. Working with those of special needs opens up my eyes and brings in meaning to my life and purpose here. I am here to learn and give my best to those in need of support. We all need an extra helping hand and its always...
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Jenipher T.


San Pablo, CA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Family am CNA. am working in Neurological Behavior Facility. I will be happy to save your family. I have 20 years experience with special needs. On the bright side I like cooking and Housekeeping.
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Amber T.


Richmond, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

3.5

(2)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am a proud single mom of 5 children. 2 boys (now 32, 29), 3 girls( now 26, 22, 17). I also have a granddaughter 3. 5 yrs. Old. I love kids and my babies are not babies anymore :) I have taken care of children since I was 15. 5 yrs. Old and I grew up with my mother having an In home childcare with about 5-6 children...
5.0
"She is kind, fun, respectful, intuitive and learns quickly! I would definitely hire her again. She is our Saturday caregiver and cares for two seniors, an elderly couple married 54 years. He has Alzheimer's and diabetes."

Sara S.

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Maite N.


Sausalito, CA

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have degree in psychology and since the college I've been working with kids and also I had taken care of children from 1 to 10 years old. I'd describe my personality as patient, careful, affectionate. I like working with kids because they are spontaneous, creative and curious. I started working with kids when I was in the...
5.0
"We have worked with Maite for over a year and she has been fantastic with our twin 2 yr olds and is like a family member. She is caring and has good communication skills with the children. She regularly demonstrates that she keeps our parenting intentions in mind...

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Marianne H.


Richmond, CA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a nanny/teacher who is very trustworthy, highly reliable and very experienced with little ones from newborns, twins, infants to toddler age/kindergarten, and school aged children. Do you need help in the care/mentoring/tutoring or babysitting with your child(ren) at home/school or daycare, overnight stay or occasional...
Marianne can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Marianne is the most wonderful nanny. She has provided the best care for our daughter as she's grown from infancy into toddler hood. Marianne is incredibly caring, trustworthy, and dependable. Our favorite things about Marianne: 1) She loves reading, music, art,...

Kimberly C.

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Julia R.


Greenbrae, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For A Full Time Job ( Long Term Position )

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Julia, I have experience with children from 3 months to 12 years old, children with special needs, and have successfully potty trained 3 children. My goal is to help your child with their development as well as making sure that they are enjoying their time. I am responsible, punctual, very respectful,...
Julia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"I had Julia with me for two years, living and working with me since she was an Au pair, she took care of my three children and we all love her, we hope she find a great new family because she is an amazing nanny and human being. She is clean, organized,...

Jeniff S.

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Yasoda D.


San Pablo, CA

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

I am a registered nurse in Nepal since 2011. I have AA Degree in Nursing in USA but I dont have RN lisence. I have been working in USA with special need kids for more than 8 years. Currently I work with marin county school of special education(moderate to severe) . I am well oriented with medication , behaviours of the special...
Yasoda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Phoebe H.


Richmond, CA

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Imaginative, Energetic And Loving

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Phoebe. I am a Bay Area Native and I graduated from UC Berkley in 2022. I am an Artist and I have been working as a UX Designer for the past year. I have a very flexible schedule and would like to help out families and spend time with children! As far as my experience, I have been nannying and babysitting my whole...
Phoebe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

My name is Jessica Juarez and currently a School Secretary at La Tercera Elementary in Petaluma, CA. Our school is grades tk-6th grade, so I am exposed to a wide range of student ages. I myself have raised my little brother who is now 4 years old alongside my single mother. That experience itself has been one of the biggest...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
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Leyla K.


Fairfax, CA

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Psychotherapist Associate

I have many years of experience, a unique set of skills, along with years of experience in psychotherapy, personal assistance, elder care, tutoring, teaching etc. I had been in practice as a psychotherapist for 4 years but due to having to take an extended break, am redoing my hours to finish licensure. This means you get my in...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Rafael, CA

Aliche R.

5.0

Aliche was a life savor to me and my 1.5 year old. She played, gave snacks, and did outdoor time with our son. She was so sweet and he really loved her! She was very safe during Covid and didn't mind wearing a mask inside the home which we really appreciated! We moved away otherwise I would hire her...

- Yasmeen D.

Monica M.

5.0

We are so grateful for Monica's loving, attuned care for our son, who was one year old when she worked with us. Monica worked with us part time for close to six months and was incredibly responsible, reliable and supportive. We only moved on because our schedules stopped aligning. Our son loved...

- Annie E.

Georgialee Q.

5.0

We hired Georgialee last February while we worked from home, so we saw her throughout the day teaching and caring for our children. Georgialee is safety-conscious and complied with all COVID safety protocols. Beyond the basic musts for any care-giver (prompt, dependable, etc.) Georgialee brought...

- Christine S.

Madalitso M.

5.0

Mada is a skilled, experienced, thoughtful caregiver. She took care of my 9-month-old son over several weeks. Mada came to my home prepared to bond and support my son's social, emotional, and physical development. For example, she wore a special necklace that immediately caught his attention and led...

- Althea W.

Amber T.

5.0

She is kind, fun, respectful, intuitive and learns quickly! I would definitely hire her again. She is our Saturday caregiver and cares for two seniors, an elderly couple married 54 years. He has Alzheimer's and diabetes.

- Sara S.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in San Rafael, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.