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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in South San Francisco, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in South San Francisco, CA

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Melissa G.


South San Francisco, CA

$27/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for many years now. I started off volunteering at a local boys and girls club and from there I decided to work with children because It is my true passion. I have experienced with Infants and Toddlers, Preschool aged children, and K-5th grade! I have my Certificate in Early Childhood Education,...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Melissa met our expectations with the kids. I would recommend her and love to hire her again"

Parveen P.

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Nuvia T.


South San Francisco, CA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

I have more than five years experience working as a Nanny with two babies. I know that it is tired but I love to care babies and kids, because I enjoyed play with them, read a book, take them to the zoo, science museum, different parks, some activities outdoor. The best of all I can give them my love. I am very careful in their...
I am a Junior Occupational Therapy (OT) student at Dominican University of California. I am involved on campus through my job as a Resident Advisor (RA), an officer for PRIDE Club, and as a member in various other clubs. I have volunteered and worked in a pediatric OT/ST clinic in the past. I am eager to help out and learn in...
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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 experience with working with special needs kids because I have a brother with special needs. He is 22. At a young age I was always involved in working with special need program my brother participated in. One being AYSO soccer. This program had a team for children with special needs kids & I had the best time being an...
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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, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"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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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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Larisa G.


South San Francisco, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 25+ years of experience working with and babysitting kids from ages 0-18. I am fun, energetic, responsible, and patient. I absolutely love kids and enjoy taking care of them. I have had 4 children of my own. I have worked for numerous families in the past as well as having professional experience. I have worked on a...
Larisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

I graduated Bachelor of Science in Nursing and currently working part time as an LVN to pediatric patients with special needs. I have been working as an LVN for almost 30 years and have experienced both elderly with disabilities and pediatric patients with disabilities.
Lyn can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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
Hello, I'm a nursing student at CSM and have 7 years of babysitting experience. I used to be an Au Pair for 1 year in the Bay Area, took care of 6 m. o and 2, 3, 3. 5 years old. Before that, I used to work in a child hospital in Thailand (age groups 0-12) and also was a private babysitter. The family who I currently work with...
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Roweda A.


Daly City, CA

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

I Have Two Kids And I Would Like To Work As A Baby Sitter I Have A Lot Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Roweda. I love helping out and babysitting all ages and with special needs too I can do and help at anything you want.
Roweda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Roweda is an absolute joy! She is patient and kind. She loves kids and my kids love her. She's reliable and always present and responsive. I hope to continue working with her in the future. "

Rama K.

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Mayara M.


San Mateo, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Mayara I am currently a nanny with +6 years of experience with newborns, infants, toddlers and older kids too. I have also worked in a daycare before being a full time nanny. - Bilingual nanny: English and Portuguese - Psychology degree - Special needs experience - CPR and First aid certified - NY driver's license...
Mayara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mayara cared for our twins everyday from the time they were 3 months - 3 years old. She is incredibly responsible, communicative, proactive, and quickly developed a loving relationship with our children. Mayara brought great value to our household. Not only did she...

Lauren C.

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Hilda A.


Daly City, CA

$32-46/hr20 yrs exp

I'm a certified, experienced childcare provider with 20 years of experience who loves to make a positive impact on children's lives. I'm patient, calm, creative, and imaginative, and I have a knack for making children feel safe and happy. I believe in following the parents' lead and communicating regularly about their child's...
Hilda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hilda was our daughter's nanny for a year (6 months - ~18 months) and she was fabulous. Our daughter immediately bonded with Hilda and loved spending time with her. She's very experienced and we always trusted her instincts and decisions. Hilda treated our daughter...

Kyle S.

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Melody C.


Burlingame, CA

$17-24/hr

Sweet And Helpful

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Throughout my middle school and high school career I've taken classes and did volunteering to help me understand the requirements of aiding someone with special needs . In middle school, I attended a peer mediating class to work alongside a counselor and solve students conflicts with one another. It gave me the understanding of...
5.0
"Melody is patient, helpful, punctual and flexible. She has helped both my son and daughter from time to time. I would hire Melody in a heartbeat."

Amy S.

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Megan S.


Pacifica, CA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Involved I Get Down And Dirty And Play

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am an amazing nanny who is looking for a family to partner with in care of their children. I am loving, energetic, imaginative, reliable and very punctual. I am a mother myself. I have experience with ages 8 wks-15 yrs and a lot of twin experience and special needs. I Fill our days with activities, park outings, walks,...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Megan is super dependable and a great caregiver. She communicates well and completely respects the families parenting styles. She is willing to read books and learn new techniques. She has experience with children with Autism. "

Sheridan L.

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Taylor C.


Burlingame, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Flexible And Dedicated Caretaker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent college graduate 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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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...

Amy L.

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Miriam S.


Daly City, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a caregiver with four years of experience working with children and special needs students as a paraprofessional, I am very dedicated to nurturing children's growth and development, making a positive impact on their lives, and supporting families by providing reliable and top quality care. My patience, creativity, and empathy...
Miriam can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Miriam was an excellent sitter for my two four and seven year old kids. The kids connected with her almost immediately. She was patient and not pushy with the kids at all which we appreciated. She was a great reader which was something that was important for us....

Praneeth W.

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Sherry H.


Brisbane, CA

$35-40/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Certified Medical Assistant

I am very experienced in caring for seniors with Alzheimer's, adult's with Multiple Sclerosis, and diabetic children. I love children and seniors so being able to care for them is very rewarding for me.
5.0
"Sherry H. helped take care of my partner while she was dying from Lung Cancer. From driving her to appointments, to bathing her, to just being there for both of us. She is reliable, dependable and has a heart of gold. If I ever get sick, she is who I would want to...

Darcie F.

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Frank P.


Daly City, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion/Massage Therapy Student/Property Manager

Dedicated caregiver/companion, and practicing massage therapy student with a strong healthcare service and client satisfaction record. Adept at handling various client issues and problems with kindness and professionalism. Flexible scheduling availability to include overnight stays, weekdays, weekends, and on-call emergencies.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South San Francisco, CA

Melissa G.

5.0

Melissa met our expectations with the kids. I would recommend her and love to hire her again

- Parveen P.

Lyn A.

5.0

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. Lyn has also made recommendations...

- Melanie B.

Roweda A.

5.0

Roweda is an absolute joy! She is patient and kind. She loves kids and my kids love her. She's reliable and always present and responsive. I hope to continue working with her in the future.

- Rama K.

Mayara M.

5.0

Mayara cared for our twins everyday from the time they were 3 months - 3 years old. She is incredibly responsible, communicative, proactive, and quickly developed a loving relationship with our children. Mayara brought great value to our household. Not only did she help maintain a daily routine, but...

- Lauren C.

Hilda A.

5.0

Hilda has been watching our now 9 month old daughter on about a weekly basis in the evenings for about 4 months now, and we love her! She is incredibly experienced and very very reliable - from the start she was so comfortable with our daughter and vice versa, jumping in to play with her and read,...

- Care member

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