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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Sunnyvale, CA

The average posted rate is $26/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Sunnyvale, CA

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Supriya K.


Sunnyvale, CA

$30/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello, I'm Supriya and l live in Sunnyvale! I am also a Registered Behavior Technicolor and I provide ABA services. Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands across all age...
Supriya can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Monica P.


Sunnyvale, CA

$28/hr3 yrs exp

I Do Love Doing Art

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

About me I'm a Mother of 3 and grandmother of 13. I am CPR Certified, bilingual Spanish/English. I have a clean driving record, I also drive for HopSkip Drive which is a service that transports children to and from their programs during summer, and transportation during school year I work with special needs children and non...
Monica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alexandrea R.


Sunnyvale, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Baby/Pet Sitter

Hello my name is Aly and I just currently graduated with my B. S. in Psychology and Social Action from PAU. I always have a smile on and am full of fun energy and I get along with anyone. I love working with kids and animals, and I plan to get my masters in recreational therapy. I am 22 years old and I have had years of...
Alexandrea can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

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Larissa S.


Sunnyvale, CA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Your Son's New Friend

Hello! My name's Larissa, I'm from Brazil and actually I live in Alamo - California [willing to move]. Special needs and Infant qualified Great driver Advance intermediate English 10+ years working with children Love outdoors Strong swimmer Totally pet friendly Organized and clean I'm really easygoing, patient, responsible,...
Larissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Alison V.


Los Altos, CA

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

Everyone Gets Old If They're Lucky

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, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

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.

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Ferihan B.


Santa Clara, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny - Babysitter / California

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

Hello Families! I'm a dedicated nanny with a Bachelor's Degree in Health Management and over 10 years of childcare experience. I've cared for children aged 2 months to 13 years, working with 40+ families across diverse cultures. My Qualifications: TrustLine Certified (background checks cleared). CPR, First Aid, and AED...
Ferihan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

5.0
"Feri is fantastic. She is proactive, engaging, kind, and communicates comprehensively. The kids love her! And we feel great having her care for them. I would absolutely recommend her."

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Maria D.


Fremont, CA

$30-56/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher (dual Certification)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Maria. I just recently moved here from New York City and I'm loving the California life! I am a Teacher of the Visually Impaired at the California School for the Blind in Fremont. I have been a teacher for 14 years and have taught babies and children to the age of 18; general education as well as special needs children....
5.0
"Maria has been helping pick up our kids (from school) the last 1.5 years. She's dependable, punctual, and full of energy. She's very creative keeps the kids engaged with a variety of activities - art & craft, gardening, taking them for a walk, etc. She's very...

Saurabh M.

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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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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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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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always had a passion for working with kids with special needs. I have been a assistant in the special needs class at my high school for 2 years. I am very patient and I am very bubbly and can always keep people entertained I am CPR and first aid certified and I also got credit for a emergency medical responder class.
5.0
"Zoey has been wonderful with our toddler twins. She plays with them and comforts them if they need it. I work from home and appreciate how flexible Zoey is. She's a great listener and dependable !"

Rebecca G.

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jessica takes the time to ensure her students are learning the material being taught in an encouraging and sincere manner."

Michael M.

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Doha R.


Mountain View, CA

$50/hr9 yrs exp

Private Nanny

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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Doha is reliable, compassionate, and creative. She has been our full-time nanny since August 2020. Our 2 kids (5) and (6) love being with her and learn so much from her. She is thoughtful about planning cool art projects and activities. She is also very...

Pamela C.

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Wemerson R.


Mountain View, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Wonderful Nanny/older Brother For Your Kids

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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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: Light cleaning, meal prep
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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Maria B.


San Jose, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Maria and I am not only an experienced professional caregiver, but a mother of 4 myself. With over 10 years of care-giving experience, my references and referrals speak for themselves, which I would be happy to provide upon request. I am CPR certified and also fluent in Polish, Greek and English. I am available...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Maria has been taking care of our son since he was two months old. She is very punctual, reliable, and is very helpful around the house. Our son always greets her with a big smile when she comes in."

Asma L.

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Josie A.


Stanford, CA

$15-28/hr6 yrs exp

Energetic And Passionate Sitter

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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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

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Maila G.


Santa Clara, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have a regular job at a high school, I work under a teacher supervision educating students with special needs. I'm an experienced sitter/nanny who is looking for a family who needs occasional child care help. I have 10 years of paid experience in child care. If you have any specific questions please feel free to message me ....
Maila can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maila is a great nanny and wonderful with our daughter. She's kind, loving and very experienced."

Robert H.

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Fernanda R.


Santa Clara, CA

$28-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I understand that, as a parent, you want the best for your child. With my background in school psychology and experience in working with students of all abilities, I can offer specialized support to help your child thrive. My expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) means I have a deep understanding of how to support...
Fernanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We couldn’t be happier with Fernanda as our babysitter. She is incredibly caring, responsible, and attentive to our baby’s needs. Fernanda has a natural ability to connect with our child, making playtime both fun and educational. She always arrives on time and is...

Liang M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sunnyvale, CA

Alison V.

5.0

Alison is reliable, caring, and understands her clients. She brings many skills to the job, including suggestions to make her clients‘ life easier and better. She is always on time, always has a plan, and respects her clients and has a special understanding of their needs. She is an absolute gem and...

- Care member

Ferihan B.

5.0

Feri and very kind and detail oriented! Our daughter, who is usually afraid of new people, warmed up to Feri quickly. Feri went plenty of photos and videos to help us feel comfortable (at our request!) We will definitely hire her again.

- Care member

Maria D.

5.0

Maria has been helping pick up our kids (from school) the last 1.5 years. She's dependable, punctual, and full of energy. She's very creative keeps the kids engaged with a variety of activities - art & craft, gardening, taking them for a walk, etc. She's very responsible and I do not have to worry...

- Saurabh M.

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.

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.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Sunnyvale, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.