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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Santa Rosa, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Santa Rosa, CA

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Raven S.


Santa Rosa, CA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

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Hello! Thank you for stopping by to read about me. I am 39 years old and a mother of 8 in a blended family ranging in ages from young adults to 7. I am currently "semi-retired" from my corporate life as a Director to adult residential facilities for people with developmental and behavioral challenges. I work at Windsor High...
I have been caring for children in variety of settings with a range of needs for 10+ years. I have a true passion for children that are differently abled and was driven by my childhood to peruse a certificate in early childhood education with additional units in special education and child and adolescent psychology. I am CA...
About Hi I'm Brad Im friendly, reliable and honest. I enjoy working with and mentoring, coaching youth. I have 10 years in the Mental Health field working with both youth and adults. I am physically fit and enjoy outdoor activities. I offer supervision, mentoring and coaching 1 on 1 in different capacities and environments...
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Aylin F.


Santa Rosa, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Counselor Available Part-time

Highly experienced counselor 12 years. CPR certified. First Aid certified. Pro-Act certified. Autism specialty, Aspergers, dementia, Down syndrome, non verbal language disorder, ptsd, anxiety. Have experience with Self Determination Program.
I'm a caregiver with a passion for nurturing and educating children. With over a year of experience, I'm skilled at creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for kids of all ages. I believe that every child is unique and deserves individualized attention, and I strive to provide a supportive and positive atmosphere...
Violeta can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
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Raven S.


Santa Rosa, CA

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Well Rounded Care Provider

Hello! Thank you for stopping by to read about me. I am 39 years old and a mother of 8 in a blended family ranging in ages from young adults to 7. I am currently "semi-retired" from my corporate life as a Director to adult residential facilities for people with developmental and behavioral challenges. I work at Windsor High...
Raven can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Barbara H.


Rohnert Park, CA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Very Caring Caregiver

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive nanny experience and experience with elderly people with physical and mental limitations. I am very trainable, but not suitable for jobs requiring therapy training.
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Meghan L.


Rohnert Park, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

My name is Meghan and I am a transitional kindergarten teacher. I live in Sonoma. I have been a date night sitter, full time nanny, special needs provider, preschool teacher, elementary teacher and just about anything in between. My degrees are in early childhood education, early childhood studies and social and behavioral...
Meghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Meghan has babysat for us a couple of times for dates...She is so sweet and I instantly had a good feeling about her when we met. She is great with my 2.5 yr old son and I have felt completely comfortable with him in her care. She is able to keep my son busy and...

Corey A.

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Janet F.


Rohnert Park, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Woman Seeking Part Time Assistance Position. 2-3 Days Per Week (Day Hours)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an easygoing 64-year-old, good listener, warm personality seeking to be a companion and can help with medications, light meals, and drives to appointments, etc. I like to walk, listen to music, read, art appreciator, artistic soul with a sense of humor. I have been involved in Hospice and caring for my Father with CHF and...
Janet can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"I'm so happy that I found Janet. She is reliable, punctual, communicative and a very lovely person. She offers warmth and compassion and always made me feel safe and secure."

Audrey D.

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Susan D.


Sebastopol, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced child care provider/nanny and I am seeking full or part time employment. I have 23 years of experience and have cared for newborns, young infants, toddlers, young children, school age children and special needs children of differing ages. Since relocating a few years ago, I have worked for individual families...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Sue took care of my 5 month old preemie twins till they were almost 2 years old. I was going through so much after having twins, including intense postpartum depression. Sues amazing energy, kind and gentle spirit was a light into our home. She brings a tremendous...

Cassandra M.

Hello! I love children and have been working with and taking care of them since I was 12. I first started out babysitting in my neighborhood and for my family church. Through my church I have also watched children and teenagers with special needs from ages 4 months old to 16. I was a youth soccer coach for four years, and have...
Christa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
To whom it may concern ~ Family's and Clients I have been caring for clients for many years ~ I prefer the word personal assistant As I assist clients with as little or as much assistance needed ~ Clients I have cared for with the following challenges ~ Dementia Alzheimer's ALS Parkinson's Quadriplegic Paraplegic...
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Janet F.


Rohnert Park, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Warm, Friendly Family Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am fully vaccinated, a young spirited, kind, calm, flexible worker who has lots of life experience with special needs, bilingual/Spanish language students, students who learn differently, with communication delays or barriers. I worked in classrooms assisting teacher for over 10 years. I also love working with babies. I have...
Janet can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Kyla J.


Rohnert Park, CA

$25-28/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kyla, I am flexible and friendly and am really good with kids of all ages! I am willing to transport, do bedtime, dinner, help with homework, etc. I am patient and willing to work with kids with special needs. I look forward to working with you!
Kyla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Hi there I've always interested in helping Seniors as I brought up in a country where we valued our seniors. So in my homeland and that is Fiji Island we take of our own elders. Would love to do my best in every opportunities will be given. My mission is to provide my best of Care as my Heavenly Father watching me from above.
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Corinne B.


Forestville, CA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

The Fun Auntie

Hello! My name is Corinne, but I usually go by Cori. I am currently working in biotech in the genetics field and am gearing up to start a masters degree in clinical laboratory science. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and have numerous nieces and nephews. I spent a few years during my undergrad working with special needs...
Corinne can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Maile! I'm 20 years old and have been working in childcare for 2 years as a daycare teacher. Some of my responsibilities were to plan curriculum (crafts, games, etc.), to teach the class as a whole as well as individuals. I also have been babysitting my students for the past 2 years as well. My skills include problem...
Maile can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Jose S.


Cotati, CA

$20-25/hr20 yrs exp

I Live In Cotati And Am Looking For Child Care Jobs

Senior male, married with 3 children and 3 grandchildren, have lived in Sonoma for 29 years, a retired professional looking for child care work. My experience's includes working with law enforcement agencies, courts and Child Protective Services, assisting in family counseling and conducting youth and adult process and education...
Jose can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

My current job as an RBT gives me the experience to work with kids and help teach them concepts and social skills. I've been working here for the past year and have gained experience with multiple clients.
Caring for children comes naturally for me. I started babysitting as a teen and have since come to love centering my career around children. I have extensive experience in the educational setting; from co-founding a self directed learning center here in Sebastopol to now working with children with special needs in one of our...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Santa Rosa, CA

Meghan L.

5.0

Meghan worked for us for a summer, and occasionally after school. She was fantastic with the kids, super patient and always upbeat and friendly. She was a great homework helper with my special need daughter as well. My kids loved having her here. Highly recommend.

- Angelika M.

Janet F.

5.0

I'm so happy that I found Janet. She is reliable, punctual, communicative and a very lovely person. She offers warmth and compassion and always made me feel safe and secure.

- Audrey D.

Susan D.

5.0

Sue took care of my son for over 2 years before he went to preschool. She is amazing! So patient and kind. Truly the baby whisperer! I cannot recommend her enough. She is punctual and lovely.

- Kerin L.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Santa Rosa, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.