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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Union City, CA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Union City, CA

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Valu I.


Union City, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

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I have worked with children with special needs as well as adults. I'm a very loving worker and sensitive to the patients' needs, and just love to help with whatever is needed to make these special people happy.
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Ann T.


Union City, CA

$23-39/hr2 yrs exp

Worked as an ABA technician around the bay. Experience with ADHD, Autism, and Down Syndrome. and help with special needs.
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Jennifer A.


Union City, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Modern Day Mary Poppins

Hello my name is Ms. Jennifer and I have been a Professional Nanny for the past 25yrs and taught Preschool for 3. I love working with children of all ages. I specialize in newborns, preemies, infants, toddlers, and twins. I also have experience with school aged children and children with special needs. I believe in reading...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Arianna S.


Union City, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Passionate And Friendly

I have been caring for little ones for 10 years now starting when I was 16. My first babysitting job was a set of twins for a few hours a day and it became evident to me childcare was my calling in life. I have continued to help out family and friends with their children ever since. Over the past 6 years I have gained experience...
Arianna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Chrissy R.


Union City, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Available

I'm a mom of two boys (11 and 5 years old) and a former nanny and preschool teacher. I also have experience with children who have special needs (cerebral palsy and autism). I have my B. A. in Child Development. I have a reliable car and would be willing to do light housekeeping as well. I would keep a predictable routine with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Norma O.


Union City, CA

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver- Available

I have past experience with children of all ages. I have some experience with children with special needs. I have Lots of patience and energy and look forward to a career in Pre-school teaching
Norma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Natalia E.


Union City, CA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Ms Good Vibes Only

I have 11+ years of geriatric care experience as well as care for paraplegic and quadriplegic patients and children/adults with special needs. I am reliable, patient, creative person, able to provide a supervised, safe and stable environment for your loved ones. I can help with all ADL as well as transportation / errands/...
Natalia can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Feven M.


Union City, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(9)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Feven, and I live in Union City. I work at school assisting kids with special needs. I am looking for extra income. If you are looking for transportation service, date night occasional or evenings and weekends babysitter for your child(ren) contact me. I am very trustworthy, reliable, and have excellent driving...
Feven can also help with: Travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Feven was great with our 10 months old daughter. She was punctual, attentive and we felt very comfortable leaving our daughter with her."

Arpit G.

Feven M.


Union City, CA

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

Care Provider Available Part-Time

I have been working with kids in special needs. Worked at school as Para Educator for the last 2 years.
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Asifa N.


Union City, CA

$21-26/hr4 yrs exp

I have 4 years of experience in childcare, including working with children with special needs. Passionate about creating nurturing, inclusive, and engaging environments, I am dedicated to supporting each child's unique development and ensuring their well-being. With a strong ability to adapt to individual needs, I excels in...
Asifa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Stephanie C.


Union City, CA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Stephanie

Hi Parents! I have 8 years of experience in babysitting. I'm flexible, very reliable, and fun! As a parent of two kids, I genuinely enjoy being around children and love exploring new places and activities with them. I'm CPR certified and have my own car, so transportation is not an issue. I've worked in a childcare center and...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Bella B.


San Leandro, CA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Friendly, fun-loving and trustworthy 22-year-old female currently attending college. Past & current babysitting experiences have included immediate friends, and family. I prepare meals, help with homework, craft projects, mentoring, getting them ready for bed/bath time, laundry/housekeeping and organizing activities. I have...
Bella can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
5.0
"Bella is super sweet and kind with the children. She takes direction well and had a really positive attitude. I appreciated her responding to our feed back and her go with the flow attitude."

Tom E.

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Hayley C.


Fremont, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a high school honors biology teacher in San Jose. I am also a lifeguard and swim instructor with my first aid and CPR certifications. I coach diving at Stanford on some weekday evenings. I have been lifeguarding since 2013. I coached Special Olympics swimming. Taught multiple private swim lessons from infant-adult as...
Hayley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hayley is an outstanding young woman who loves children and connects well with them. She is gentle and kind, but knows how to balance authority with fun. Great with a wide variety of ages, we will hire her from now on! You won't be disappointed. "

Trace M.

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Hortencia N.


Hayward, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Hortencia, I have been working as a nanny for more than 16 years, through thoses years I have been taking care of twins, new born and children with special needs. Im recently working with a family but unfortunately I recently move to Hayward and Im looking for a Job neat by. As a nanny my priority are to create a...
Hortencia can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"To say that I miss Hortencia, would be an understatement. As a new mother, her expertise was invaluable. She taught my baby so much. She was communicative and careful. Most of all, she was deeply respectful. Most of all, she continuously works on how to be a...

Brenda R.

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Alejandra J.


Fremont, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Highlights -Legendary Customer Service. -Bilingual : English and Spanish -Special training for autistic children and for children with anger management challenges. -Able to problem solve and speak with people in a calm and patient manner, work well with others and alone. Professional Experience Nanny, Mountain View, Palo Alto...
Alejandra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alejandra was our nanny from the time our son was three months old to seven months. She is an awesome nanny that cared deeply for our son. In fact, she felt more like an extended family member than a nanny. She was full of positive energy and easy to work with....

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Nicole Y.


Fremont, CA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

The Sitter - Here & Reporting For Duty & Fun

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Experience: I grew up taking care of my triplet siblings, which started when I was 5 y/o, immediately after they were brought home from the hospital, and 2 of them were special needs; 1 was autistic and the other was born with an intestinal malformation defect (had multiple corrective surgeries) . I wasn't ready or prepared for...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Nicole was extremely helpful when we faced a stressful situation with our child. Not only was she great with him also in helping us through pictures and great communication on how he was doing. I would definitely hire Nicole again."

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Rubie C.


Hayward, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am experienced with providing care for both physically and cognitively disabled children and young adults. Duties would include bathing, grooming, feeding, meal preparation, assistance administering medications and treatment therapies. Much of my experience comes from taking care of my younger sister who has Ataxia and...
5.0
"Rubie cared for my severely disabled 20 year old daughter. She bathed, toileted, fed, administered medication, g-tube, pulmonary hygiene as well as drove her to her activities and college classes. Rubie was always on time. She was reliable, caring, compassionate,...

Elizabeth B.

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Angelica O.


Hayward, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

FUN, Energetic, Responsible, Fully Vaccinated

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love being around children I have a high amount of patience. I'm caring, responsible, honest, and I work well under pressure. I have taken care of children my whole life including my special needs uncle. I am open to taking care of multiple kids, I'm comfortable with pets, I'm open to cleaning, cooking, and helping with...
Angelica can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have recommended Angelica to all of my friends. She is very nice to everyone, always energetic and kind to my son. He likes her so much and always hugged her at end of the day when she left. She took my son to the playground every day. Kids there also loved being...

Care member

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Joan M.


Fremont, CA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Joan.. I have watched a young man with Down syndrome occasionally since he was 5 years old, he is 21 years old now. He is the son of my sister's best friend and a friend to our family. I have watched him on date nights and/or a day out for shopping with the girls.
5.0
"I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still work with Joan and plan to continue doing so in the future whenever possible."

Ayisha B.

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Sofia S.


Fremont, CA

$32/hr3 yrs exp

Good Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi My name is Sofia . I am 30 years old. I was born and raised in Colombia . I am a fluent Spanish and English speaker. I am looking to have a good working relationship with the family I provide care for ensuring mutual respect and communication. Previously, I received my degree in education and worked as a preschool...
Sofia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amazing. Sofia truly cares about your family member and want the best for them. Very flexible and accommodating. There is never one once of worry with Sofia. "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Union City, CA

Feven M.

5.0

I asked Feven to chauffeur my mom and 2 kids (3 & 5) when both me and husband had to be away. Feven was punctual and super responsive when she communicated with me. Feven helped to install car seats and all that, making it super easy for my mom, who doesn't speak lots of English. Although the...

- Helen P.

Bella B.

5.0

Bella is super sweet and kind with the children. She takes direction well and had a really positive attitude. I appreciated her responding to our feed back and her go with the flow attitude.

- Tom E.

Hayley C.

5.0

Hayley is an outstanding young woman who loves children and connects well with them. She is gentle and kind, but knows how to balance authority with fun. Great with a wide variety of ages, we will hire her from now on! You won't be disappointed.

- Trace M.

Hortencia N.

5.0

To say that I miss Hortencia, would be an understatement. As a new mother, her expertise was invaluable. She taught my baby so much. She was communicative and careful. Most of all, she was deeply respectful. Most of all, she continuously works on how to be a better caregiver. She has several...

- Brenda R.

Alejandra J.

5.0

Alejandra was amazing! We facetimed beforehand to make sure we were comfortable. She came for 3.5 hours in the evening to my house to babysit my 10 year old daughter. She liked Alex right away. They played games, drew pictures, shared stories, and had lots of fun. She was great with our dog also....

- Care member

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Union City, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.