Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Walnut Creek, CA

Hello! I am a friendly and motivated 25-year-old bay area native. I work for Contra Costa ARC and assist those with special needs. I am reliable and always willing to jump right in and help when needed. I am a musician, animal lover, video game enthusiast and really value spending time with good friends & family. Lets face it,...

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"My boys enjoyed hanging out with Mario at home and the skate parks. He is kind and considerate. A good role model for teenage boys. "

Mary R.

Maggie H.

Lafayette, CA

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maggie, and I've been working with children for over 8 years. I enjoy helping children learn about the world around them through play and discovery. During my time as a Museum Educator at the Creative Discovery Museum I learned innovative ways to communicate with and teach children in fun new ways. My time...

Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more

5.0

"We have hired Maggie has our FT nanny. (Note that she is still available for nights and weekends. YOU SHOULD HIRE HER!) We love how engaged and energetic she is with our two toddlers. They have been sleeping better since she started and run to hug her and tell...

Adrianna B.

Sierra L.

Pleasant Hill, CA

$25-45/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(4)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sierra! I am a professional caregiver for children of all ages with special needs, and a part time nanny/babysitter. I have experience working with kids ages 1-14. I am looking for some extra babysitting and pet sitting work. I am skilled in working with children both with and without special needs. I am caring,...

Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Sierra babysits for her younger sister and my girlfriend's three children. They all love her enthusiasm and caring nature."

Karl L.

Madison M.

$20-32/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Educator

5.0

(1)

I am a Special Education Paraprofessional with the summer off. I have two years of experience working with kids that have a very wide range of disabilities, from ADHD to nonverbal. I specialize in Autism and behavior management, but I love working with all kids. I also have five years of experience being a caregiver with the...

5.0

"Madison has experience working with kids with special needs, she cared for my 9 year old who has Down syndrome. Madison also aided her academically."

Natalie A.

Josiane P.

Lafayette, CA

$20-30/hr

Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hi, my name is Josiane and I am a caring, patient loving person and have recommendations inside and outside the country!

Hilda W.

$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I became a caregiver because I have a passion for helping people with special needs. Through my past experiences, I have acquired skills and abilities highly relevant to the Caregiver position: Track record of providing assistance to elderly in activities of daily living. Well versed in motivating clients to enjoy their...

Hilda can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care & more

5.0

"We just love Hilda and she really does well with my Mom and is so nice. Highly recommend her."

Jodie G.

Lakeisha S.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

4.5

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a degree in Kinesiology from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete from childhood-18 yrs.) but when I graduated, there was a change of heart. I have most of my experiences as a mother first, to my beautiful...

5.0

"We worked with Lakeisha early in the pandemic as a daily aide for our 4yo son with disabilities. We were so grateful for her assistance and expertise. She is patient, accommodating, knowledgeable and kind. She assisted in both academic study and...

Arielle B.

Kristal N.

$30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kristal and I have been working with children for the past seven years. I was a Registered Behavioral Therapist for six years, and specialize in children with special needs, specifically the Autism Spectrum. I have experienced working with families I've met through Care. com and all have been truly wonderful!...

Kristal can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"My child liked Kristal right away. Kristal is pleasant and flexible. We enjoy working with her."

Deborah H.

Carlo U.

$28/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi. I came here in the United States since 2012, since then I have been working as a health care provider. I graduated Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2008, I worked as a volunteer Nurse in our small community for 2 years and worked in a Private Hospital in the Philippines for 1 year and a half before migrating. I worked here...

Carlo can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0

"Dependable, punctual, trustworthy, kind and a great bedside manner that's Carlo. He cared for my 63 year old husband who had two strokes, has right side paralysis, has pretty much a lot of physical deficits, as well as stroke aphasia (difficult for him to talk and...

Patricia A.

Sandra W.

$30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Sandra

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am single lady, who raised 4 children. I have been blessed with 2 grandsons , and 2 granddaughters . I'm loving, encouraging and nurturing. I would like to think I have a good sense of humor. Spent 18 years working in Special Education. I also worked with adult clients who have special needs and behavioral issues, for close...

Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Sande has been taking care of our two-year-old for the last few months while our previous nanny (her niece) was on maternity leave. It's always stressful finding new childcare, but Sande made the transition very easy for all of us! She is wonderful with our son,...

Emily H.

Rose L.

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

5.0

(7)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a highly skilled special needs child caretaker, Paraprofessional and Doula. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I am passionate about supporting people to thrive. I have extensive experience across the life cycle serving toddlers; school aged...

5.0

"I am grateful to have found Rose. She takes very good care of my child and also cares for us all as a family. For example, as first time parents we were very nervous about allowing someone to take care of our child and she was very sensitive to that. My wife...

Care member

Alexander Z.

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Care

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

How are you? My name is Alexander. I am a male caregiver. I have been a caregiver for 19 years. I worked with Quadriplegic, paraplegic , hemiplegic, dementia, deaf, D. D, M. S, ALS, Autism, a guy with no arms and to name few. I have done bowel program, catheter, transfer, personal care, wound skin care, medication reminder,...

Rae C.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former special education teacher. I have a BA in Elementary Education/Special Education. I am a creative, fun, animal friendly, youthful, former teacher, It is my joy to help your family thrive in a positive atmosphere. My hobbies and loves are creating art, healthy cooking, exploring nature, festivals, and of course...

Sierra L.

Pleasant Hill, CA

$24-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

I am currently a Respite Caregiver for children with special needs! I have experience working with and caring for children and teens on the Autism spectrum, who have Down Syndrome, ADHD, and more. I've also cared for children who are nonverbal. I work with children who require extra attention and support, and I understand it can...

Rae C.

$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care/Nanny/Special Needs Care/Tutoring

4.7

(5)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a creative, fun, animal-friendly, active, vaccinated, and degreed educator with over 20 years of teaching experience, and four plus years of professional nanny experience. I have been with my current family since March of 2019, taking care of two girls who were 20 months and 3 years old respectively when I started. I live...

Rae can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"She is a teacher by profession and is very good at teaching things to children - life skills and academics. She is amazing with toddlers especially. Very patient. "

Care member

Jocelyn C.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Helper

Hello Families: I am here to make your life at ease. I am a Teacher/Childcare Provider, Infant & Toddler Specialist, Postpartum Doula Certified, Preschool Teacher, Childbirth Educator, Birth Doula, ABA Certified, & a Yoga Teacher. I have more than 20 years of experience serving kids from newborn to adulthood, special needs, and...

Jocelyn can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more

Michele C.

San Ramon, CA

$35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Vetted Senior Caregiver

I am a fit 61 year young responsible, honest, reliable & compassionate caregiver. I'd describe my personality as caring, positive & patient. I like caring for seniors because I like helping those in need of assistance. I enjoy jobs where I can help my client get out & about - so many seniors stop interacting with the world...

Michele can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, personal care, dementia & more

Nicole D.

$35/hr • 15 yrs exp

Experienced Medical Professional

Hello! My name is Nicole, and I have over a decade of experience supporting children and families. I hold a bachelor's degree in psychology, am an internationally board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC), and worked as a medical assistant in pediatrics for five years. I also have extensive experience caring for children,...

Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning

Skills:

First Aid

Kristen C.

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

I was raised helping my mother with special needs foster children, and really enjoyed the experience. I volunteered at pathways for women in high school, in their childcare program. Then I spent a few years as a cna. I'm currently a behavioral technician at valle verde elementary. I'm very good at helping with homework, doing...

Kristen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Tara E.

$25-45/hr