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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Stanford, CA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Stanford, CA
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Josie , and I am from San Diego, California. I have 6 years of experience with babysitting kids ranged from 5 months-13 years, and kids with special needs as well! I am passionate about being an involved sitter, and really enjoy getting to know the kids and help them learn new skills.
Josie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Josie cared for our two girls several times when we had social and work obligations, including an entire week in which she arrived early in the morning, got the kids ready for school, and dropped them off when I had to be at work early. She was great with the...
Care member
Jill R.
Mountain View, CA
$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Doha! I am a reliable, patient, and creative nanny. I have nine years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have five years experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I coached gymnastics to elementary aged children. I volunteered with the local Special Olympics and have extensive experience with...
Doha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Doha helped us for a week take care of our 9 month old son, who was dealing with a pretty tough cold at the time. Doha was very caring and put in the extra effort to make him feel comfortable when he was clearly not feeling very well. Thank you Doha!"
John D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents! Do you need help during the summer? I currently work at an elementary school in the Sunnyvale School District working with children with special needs. I have three children of my own: 1 elementary, 1 in middle school, and 1 high school. From 2021 to 2023, I worked as a nanny for a family when their daughter was 5...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Donna take care my daughter very well, an my son loves Donna so much!"
Ren L.
Evangeline M.
Sunnyvale, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kind, patient and a nurturing person, organized and energetic too. I have raised three sons. I have a passion for providing care for children because when we have a positive impact in the child's life it is most rewarding. I have worked with preschool children for 10 years and as well as with 5 and 6-year-old at a before...
Evangeline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a family assistant for over 17 years also working as a night nurse with newborn. With my experience I have learned how fun working with all kind smart, curious, funny, challenging and special need kids. They have their own personality. I believe kids need patience fun, love and discipline. I believe a...
Lilian can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lilian, or Nini as well call her, has been with our family for almost 3 years and joined us when our first daughter was 4 months old. We have been extremely lucky to have Nini in our lives. We moved from CA to NY while Nini was with us and Nini offered to help with...
Todd P.
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced caregiver who is also a Behavioral Health Tech. I specialize in helping people cope while living with several mental or personality disorders.
Raquel G.
Palo Alto, CA
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I am a nanny in the San Carlos area looking for a kid to add to my Nanny share! I currently have a one and a half year-old boy and he's absolutely amazing! We go on daily adventures to museums, libraries, story times, and our favorite park hopping! If you are looking for childcare and not sure what avenue you...
5.0
"I hired Raquel initially to accompany my 5 year old son who is autistic to summer camp. I was afraid it was going to be a rough transition for him to go from his regular classroom to a new setting. But Raquel really did such an amazing job at helping him transition...
Alexandra V.
5.0
(1)
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.
Claudia O.
Mountain View, CA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Early Child Education Experenced Loving Caring And Passionate With My Job
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name Is Claudia I have lived in Mountain View for most of my life. I studied in foothill college where I took child development. I have also taken courses for children with special needs. I have personal experience with children on the spectrum. I have cared for children new born 4 months to 8-year-olds. I have nannied...
Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I interviewed Claudia for to be the nanny of my 4-year old. Claudia is punctual, responsive and clearly very good at interacting with young children. She colored with my daughter, who had a great time chatting and playing with her. We didn't ultimately hire...
Teresa K.
Melissa P.
Mountain View, CA
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a hard working and energetic 32-year-old with tons of experience caring for children. Including children with special needs. I have worked in a pediatric hospital and nannied for families while I was in my child development classes for college. I have worked with 4 families in the last 3 yrs with a mix of ages 3 months to...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa was great. She came through for our family when we were in a bind. Our need for child care was unique and at an awkward time (before school one morning) and Melissa showed up early and ready to go. She was great with my five year old son. I appreciated...
Darren F.
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Alison and I am a caregiver, personal assistant, and companion in one. I am 36 and have amassed numerous skills relating to taking care of people's wants and needs.
I have the awareness and discernment for the appropriate response to your situation at hand.
I assist in adhering to the recommendations of your...
Alison can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Alison helped me pack, unpack, and organize from a move. She was very efficient, careful, and made the transition go so well. She listened to what I wanted but also made some great suggestions for setting up our things. My husband was in the hospital, and I have...
Karin M.
Lilly H.
Sunnyvale, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grandmother With Plenty Of Space In The Heart, Looking For Grandchildren
5.0
(1)
Hi, there! My name is Lilly. I am mother and grandmother, with many years of experience as a babysitter. I know how hard its leave the most precious of our life to a stranger! Let me tell you a little bit about me, I have been married to the same person for 22 years and I deserve a medal! I have lots of patience, common sense,...
Lilly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced childcare provider and spent the last year earning my Montessori teaching credential (I have a B. A. in early childhood education) while working in a local preschool.
I am available starting immediately until the end of September, before my next commitment begins. I am also open to one-time opportunities...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Ximena is without a doubt the best person to care for your child. She worked with us from the time my son was 4months-15 months and we would have kept her forever if it was possible. Every morning she showed up (usually 10 min early) not only was my son happy to...
Care member
1.0
(1)
Hello my name is Aracelly. I have experienced as caregiver many year because I have my father who lives with me, and he needs help because he has dialysis 3 times a week. I like to work with people who need help. Right now I am currently student at Cañada college, I am taking classes special need education.
Aracelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Janely V.
Redwood City, CA
$33-45/hr
Hello! I have worked with kids 5+ years and gained first hand experience with my own 3yr old who's special needs.
Janely can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Kellen D.
San Carlos, CA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience working as an au pair/sitter in US. I was an au pair in 2019 in Lafayette, CA helping my host family with 4 teenager boys. A loot of driving and cooking. After the time with my host family I looked after twins for another 2 years and also helped running errands for the family.
I have experience with...
Kellen can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Carolina N.
Redwood City, CA
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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...
Greetings! I have been servicing children in a professional setting for over 10 years: my experience started in a preschool setting while in college. Since then, I have taught middle and high school, full-time, for almost seven years. I also have experience working with children who have special needs, I am first-aid and CPR...
Allison can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Stanford, CA
Josie A.
5.0
Josie cared for our two girls several times when we had social and work obligations, including an entire week in which she arrived early in the morning, got the kids ready for school, and dropped them off when I had to be at work early. She was great with the girls, always arrived on time or early,...
- Care member
Jill R.
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 and pays attention to detail. She...
- Bart S.
Doha R.
5.0
Doha helped us for a week take care of our 9 month old son, who was dealing with a pretty tough cold at the time. Doha was very caring and put in the extra effort to make him feel comfortable when he was clearly not feeling very well. Thank you Doha!
- John D.
Donna L.
5.0
She is really good with the infants! Her energy is really calm and composed and my baby immediately became calm. She is definitely professional and has great wisdom for how to raise kids!
- Care member
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
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