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Find special needs caregivers in Santa Clara, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Santa Clara, CA

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Santa Clara, CA

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Faith J.


Santa Clara, CA

$30-33/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm Faith, and I'm 23 years old. I nannied for a family with two special needs kids for 3 years until a little bit over a year ago when we decided it was time to part ways so I could pursue full time work in order to save money for college. After our goodbye, I worked a desk job in the mornings and nannied for a...
Faith can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Katheryn T.


Santa Clara, CA

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

Friendly And Patient

Hi! My name is Katheryn, Ive worked as a nanny for the past 5 years and have built relationships with families that will last a lifetime! I love kids and love being somebody aside from their parents that they can trust and depend on. I have experience with ages 2-10 and with special needs. Looking for a new family that could use...
Katheryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rowena D.


Santa Clara, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Specializing In Elderly Care And Special Needs Patients, Including Memory Care.

I'd describe my personality as hardworking, trustworthy and honest I like caring for seniors because being a caregiver can make a huge difference in people lives. It feel so rewarding when you make them smile and happy. I'm looking for a job that have a good environment and clean I started caring for seniors in 2013, until...
Rowena can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Hello, My name is Heather and I have many years of experience in caregiving. In 2010 I helped my grandfather for 4 years until he was placed on Hospice. I have assisted 2 stroke patients with their day-to-day needs. As a mother of three, including one child with special needs, caregiving comes easy to me, although since a child...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Sarah G.


Santa Clara, CA

$18-23/hr1 yrs exp

I'd describe myself as understanding, empathetic, and flexible. I'm looking for any kind of job, whether it's one time or regularly. I will be going on vacation from 7/5-8/17 for a study abroad trip! Any work for before my departure or after will be greatly appreciated! I enjoy working with special needs and senior folk!...
Sarah can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
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Maila G.


Santa Clara, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I have 5 years in-home care experience for Adult and Senior living. I have more than 5 years paid experience working as a Special Needs Substitute Para-educator and as a Companion Caregiver. I have taken care of seniors , I've administered medication, bathed, attended to their needs in their home. I am very patient, caring, and...
Maila can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
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Wemerson R.


Mountain View, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Wonderful Nanny/older Brother For Your Kids

5.0

(1)

Hi! 7-year experienced nanny, caring for all kinds of kids, including special needs. Currently, I care for a wonderful 4-year-old special needs child but am seeking a new opportunity for growth and better self-development. I believe in positive education and patience as key pillars for raising a child. I studied physical...
Wemerson can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Wemerson helped us out for spring break. The lads loved him and played games with him. They all also went out to museums, etc. and had a great time."

Care member

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Jenifer M.


San Jose, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

I AM A BABY AND INFANT SLEEP CARE SPECIALIST

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I care deeply about the health and well-being of infants and toddlers. Having dedicated over 20 years of my career to working with families in childcare has made me aware of the importance sleep has in the development of healthy children. Working with dozens of parents, I have found that one of the most difficult problems...
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Jessica D.


San Jose, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

4.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently studying for my Nursing boards. I have graduated from Creighton University with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. I have worked and volunteered for children with special need 6 years with physical and developmental disabilities in Challenge sports. I started off as a basic volunteer eventually I moved to coaches...
4.0
"Jessica is very friendly and positive. She works extremely well with my two very different sons, one of whom is autistic and has limited verbal skills. I am impressed that she is able to handle both of them at once! Her availability is limited, but aside from...

Molly L.

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Jessica N.


San Jose, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

As a childcare provider with 16 years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My patient and friendly nature allows me to easily connect with children of all ages. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children, ranging from infants to preteens. With my CPR and...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Jessica is the caretaker you're looking for. She is not only extremely dependable, but she is more than experienced. She has worked with children of not only different ages but different disabilities and impediments. She has been working professionally with...

Jon N.

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Michele F.


San Jose, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Educated, Reliable, Loving, Creative And Playful Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have: -20 yrs of babysitting experience -8 yrs of Nanny experience -Worked with children of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, health conditions, special needs, Autism, developmental delays, & behavioral challenges. -Bachelors Degree in Nutritional Sciences -Continued education post graduation in various programs/coursework in...
Michele can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Michele showed great attention to detail, compassion and enthusiasm in everything she did. She had outstanding techniques to help them acclimate to her and their new routine. By day 2, our boys were simply obsessed with her (which was surprising to us as our...

Olivia H.

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Barbara S.


Mountain View, CA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider, Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have many years experience working with persons with disabilities. Ages range from the NICU to adulthood. I have worked in group homes, independent living centers as staff and in management. Familiar with all aspects of Title 7. Worked with SARC, San Joaquin Regional Center. Experience in implementing IEP, IHP etc. CPR,...
5.0
"Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one of them that the cat stopped soiling in the house out...

Lee B.

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Melissa F.


Campbell, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi !! My name is Melissa. I am 30 years Old. I have been a babysitter for the past 5 years, I graduated from College on Business in my country of origin Peru, I'd love to help you care for your children. I have always been good with children. I started with babysitting my neighbors kids and then realizing that I really love to...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Melissa was our nanny for over a year. She was very reliable, very sweet, and a wonderful nanny. We would hire her again but my daughter will be in school. Wish her the best."

Sonya W.

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Lauren G.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For A Full-Time Job

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Lauren, a mother of 2 and I've been a professional nanny for 26 years. I have extensive experience with ages newborn- 13 years old & experience with children with allergies, medical needs and developmental/special needs. I have been a nanny for my current family for 10 years and the kids are growing up (as they do!) and...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lauren is a very professional, highly qualified nanny. She cared for my two young children and I always felt comfortable leaving them in her care. She is caring, fun, and responsible. While she only worked for us for a short period of time before our needs...

Beth Z.

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Marylyn R.


Los Gatos, CA

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Very Responsable Babysitting

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I have experience with twins, new born, infants, toddlers and Early school. I have experience with special needs children. I have my First AID training and CPR Training. I took class Early Childhood Education (ECE). I have more then 10 years of experience, I am puntual, responsable, funny and I love play outside with kids. I...
Marylyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Marylyn was helping me with my 2 kids (4 and 2 years old) couple of days/week after school for several months. She was picking them up from school, showering them, served them dinner, playing with them until their bedtime. My kids loved spending time with her and...

Sofia W.

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Jessica N.


San Jose, CA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Paraprofessional/Individualized Learning Specialist

I have worked with children with special needs from grades K- 12 for the last 12 years. During the last three summers I was a literacy and math instructor for the Extended School Year Program (ESY) focused on social/emotional skills, literacy, math, science and history. I have a wide variety of experience with students with...
5.0
"Jessica was an outstanding hire. Her years of experience and positive attitude were so helpful to our entire family. She always went above and beyond to fulfill her duties and ensure we were satisfied."

Michele J.

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Maria V.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

The Care You Need With A Bright Smile

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I consider myself as an energetic, positive and hard working gal with 4 years of paid experience as a caregiver for people between the ages 3-65. Fortunately, I worked for the Los Angeles Unified School District as a Special Education Substitute with children between the ages 3-17. I currently work as a Registered...
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Jill R.


Mountain View, CA

$30-40/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am passionate about what I do because through my extensive training with a physical therapist, occupational therapist and speech therapist that I can greatly enhance the facilitation of development of the child and help with the family.
5.0
"Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome experience. She learns things really quickly, is very careful...

Bart S.

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Alexa A.


Los Gatos, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Very Caring, Loving Nanny/Driver/HPA.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

35 yrs. of experience, It is very fulfilling for me to provide care and assistance to people who need my help. My experience is in a home, infant & adult care that require an adult supervision and special needs independently and professionally. The tasks performed include medication reminder, preparing meals, feeding, bathing,...
Alexa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, transportation, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Alexa works for me and she is excellent. I would recommend her for child care without any hesitation. Anitha"

Anitha V.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Santa Clara, CA

Wemerson R.

5.0

Wemerson helped us out for spring break. The lads loved him and played games with him. They all also went out to museums, etc. and had a great time.

- Care member

Jessica D.

4.0

Jessica is very friendly and positive. She works extremely well with my two very different sons, one of whom is autistic and has limited verbal skills. I am impressed that she is able to handle both of them at once! Her availability is limited, but aside from that she is quite wonderful. I would...

- Molly L.

Jessica N.

5.0

Jessica takes the time to ensure her students are learning the material being taught in an encouraging and sincere manner.

- Michael M.

Michele F.

5.0

Michele showed great attention to detail, compassion and enthusiasm in everything she did. She had outstanding techniques to help them acclimate to her and their new routine. By day 2, our boys were simply obsessed with her (which was surprising to us as our youngest had a case of stranger...

- Olivia H.

Barbara S.

5.0

Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one of them that the cat stopped soiling in the house out of grief. Never have I had such a...

- Lee B.

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Ratings for Santa Clara, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Santa Clara, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.