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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in West Sacramento, CA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in West Sacramento, CA

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Shari P.


West Sacramento, CA

$21-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Special Needs/Medical Assistant

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 17 years of experience working with special needs youths for the Davis Joint Unified School District. I am recently retired. I have been working privately for a family in Elk Grove part time for two years but that job is ending soon. In addition, I have medical assisting experience and am happy to attend to...
5.0
"Shari is awesome! She is kind, hardworking and dependable. She has watched my boys for a year and I highly recommend her."

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Midori T.


West Sacramento, CA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Midori. I'm currently in college to pursue my dream of being an elementary school teacher because I'm passionate about helping children grow into the best people they can be. I come from a big family with 13 younger siblings, one of which has special needs. I worked as a preschool teacher for over a year with...
Midori can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Midori is awesome! She takes great care of my little 6 year old. She is caring, understanding, responsible, reliable, always on-time, and always has activities prepared. Midori always confirms all sitting time either a day before or hours in advance. She is very...

Kenesha G.

Im an experienced child care specialist for over 30 years. I have worked in the private sector along with owning my own home daycare for 6 and 1/2 years. My experience ranges from infancy to preteen from many diverse cultures and backgrounds. I'm a very kind-hearted and patient person, who likes to take the gentle approach with...
experience working in a disability daycare center, an internship in an elementary school with a social worker, and being a Registered Behavior Technician for children with autism, I have developed a deep empathy and understanding for those who need extra care and support. It brings me great joy to help people with disabilities...
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Bulou Merelesita D.


West Sacramento, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Caregiver Available For Night Shifts And Afternoon Hours.

Fun and hardworking & very capable to care for your loved one. Dealt with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Hospice and bed ridden patients in the past. Also got experience of child care and babysitting. I love to meet new people and I am open to learning new things.
I am currently working as a behavioral analyst, I have the weekends off and looking for more work. I have a lot of experience with many different disabilities and want to learn more. In the future I hope to work in a children's hospital to advocate for children with disabilities.
I have worked with youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and dual diagnoses since 2017. As a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, the majority of my work has focused on strengthening independent living and social skills through community integration and recreation. I...
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Luna W.


West Sacramento, CA

$17-50/hr4 yrs exp

Kids Hold A Special Place In My Heart. I Love & Protect Like I Would My Own!

I was a paid babysitter from age 18 through 22. I also have a special needs son who is 18 years old. I have experience watching over multiple nieces and nephews at the same time. I am very nurturing, patient, empathetic, playful, and protective. I love to cook for children, play games, do homework, arts & crafts time, and more....
Luna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Talisa K.


West Sacramento, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Loving And Helpful

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have worked with special needs children before I watch both at the same time or sometime one at a time. I worked with the family for 1 year and then they moved. I am the oldest of 4 younger siblings. I am very experienced and I love animals. I...
Talisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am a licensed cosmetologist (specialize in hair) working at Great Clips. Before that I worked as a special needs aid in Elk Grove School District for 2 years. I loved working with the kids, and I'm still able to utilize what I learned working with kids, when getting child clients at my current job. I speak Japanese and...
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Hello there! My name is Nicole, and working with children has been my lifelong passion. I have six years of experience as a dedicated elementary school teacher, which has given me valuable skills in nurturing children's growth, creating fun and educational activities, and managing all types of schedules and needs. I recently...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello ! My name is Hailey and I am 25 years old . I have babysat and nannied for children of all ages and children on different ranges of the spectrum. I was a baker and currently working on having my own home bakery as I care for my grandma the past 2 years who is bed ridden . I am an ihss employee and can provide care as...

Christina S.


West Sacramento, CA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Responsible, Reliable Sitter

Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Christina. I am infant and child CPR and first aid certified and have an Associates degree in Early Child Education with about 42 ECE units. I have experience with children of all ages, but specialize in infant care. During the school year I work at a TK-8 school. I work with students with IEPs. I have...
Christina can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Sarah Z.


Davis, CA

$27-28/hr6 yrs exp

Friendly And Kind Nanny Looking For Full Time Position With A Great Family :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very good with kids of all ages. I have a soft, empathetic way with kids. I like to meet them where they are at, wherever they are at in the moment to help regulate emotions. I never get angry, I am patient and understanding with them as I would want someone to be with me. I am outgoing, goofy and down to earth. I love...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Melisa B.


North Highlands, CA

$20-40/hr8 yrs exp

Professional Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

If you should need any job done please consider me. I am a non-smoker and I enjoy walking, cleaning, organizing, and activities. In my years of experience, I have worked with special needs children, cared for children/ pets/ and home while clients were on vacation, walked dogs, kept animals company, been a full-time nanny, along...
Melisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Melisa is a very reliable and dependable person. Would love to hired her again. We would love to keep her forever if we can."

Joyce O.

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Catherine H.


Davis, CA

$22-41/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Catherine. I am one of 18 brothers and sister's. There are 13 adopted and five biological siblings. I am a great aunt, but I have lost count! I love my little one's. I am an experienced caregiver and Nanny who has worked in the healthcare and childcare field for over 30 years. I have worked in hospitals, long...
Catherine can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, home modification & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Ha ha we have her and we are not Sharing! Very nice, cordial, and easy to get to know. Makes everyone feel at ease and comfortable upon first meeting. Appears at ease around new situations and people,is confident in her ability to work with any type of client and...

Judy H.

I love being a nanny because it's just overall fun! I like working with kids because they have such an amazing imagination, and I get to be a kid myself but also make sure they are safe, fed, and happy I started working with kids when I became a teacher aid for special needs children during my junior year of high school, and...
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Margaret S.


Davis, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Nurturing Care Giver For Special Needs Individuals

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My special calling is for children and adults with Developmental Disabilities. I have worked both as a teacher's aide, resource specialist and home health care provider for the past 20 years. I'm a very positive and nurturing person and have a great skill in building self-esteem, confidence, and joy with those I work with.
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Tamatha K.


Rio Linda, CA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

I have almost 30 years experience in all aspects of caregiving i've got a specialized care iv worked with hospice patients ADHD down syndrome all specialized care, Gtub Als Ms dementia Alzheimer's to just growing old I have a lot of patience with my clients caregiving is not for everyone it takes someone special that loves...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Sacramento, CA

Shari P.

5.0

Shari has been babysitting for my two boys with Autism for over 2 years. She is kind, punctual and very patient. I highly recommend her.

- Tiffany N.

Midori T.

5.0

Midori is awesome! She takes great care of my little 6 year old. She is caring, understanding, responsible, reliable, always on-time, and always has activities prepared. Midori always confirms all sitting time either a day before or hours in advance. She is very organized and awesome when preparing...

- Kenesha G.

Melisa B.

5.0

Melisa is a very reliable and dependable person. Would love to hired her again. We would love to keep her forever if we can.

- Joyce O.

Catherine H.

5.0

Ha ha we have her and we are not Sharing! Very nice, cordial, and easy to get to know. Makes everyone feel at ease and comfortable upon first meeting. Appears at ease around new situations and people,is confident in her ability to work with any type of client and whatever their needs might be at...

- Judy H.

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