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155 special needs caregivers are listed in Sacramento, CA

The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Sacramento, CA

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Caitlin F.


Sacramento, CA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Or One Time Caregiver And/or Sitter For Special Needs

5.0

(2)

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I have 3 years experience doing ABA therapy with ages 2-17 diagnosed with ASD in both school and in-home environments. In-home tasks were usually very focused on daily living skills. I have an undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Human Development and I have just begun a master's program in Occupational Therapy at...
5.0
"I hired Caitlin for my recently rescued, very skittish, afraid of everything, untrained, flight risk and not fully house-broken dog Jinx. Caitlin was wonderful. She was very gentle & understanding of Jinx's...

Reviewed by Leslie S.

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Jailyn C.


Sacramento, CA

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

A Mutual Learning Experience

5.0

(1)

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I have spent the past seven years working in a school setting for Special Needs students with an additional 15 years of experience working with students and children in both home and school settings. During this time I have had the opportunity to see the grand potential and unrelenting enthusiasm for all students from different...
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Jessyca D.


Sacramento, CA

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

I Will Be Very Happy To Help

5.0

(1)

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I already had experience of taking care of children with special needs and in addition I was a volunteer in an asylum in Brazil. I am very patient and dedicated, I will do my best to help and deliver my best. Week days availability: before 9:30 a.m. and after 6:15 p.m. Weekends all available
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Sharalee F.


Sacramento, CA

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible And Reliable

5.0

(1)

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Hello, I'm 55 yrs. old and new to CA. I've moved here on my own from NY to be near my daughter who is happily bringing a new life into this world, making me a first time grandma. In NY I owned and operated my own Bed & Breakfast. I understand the hospitality business and meeting the needs of my others. My background in caring...
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Owyn E.


Sacramento, CA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Creative, Patient, Fun!

5.0

(2)

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Looking for a part-time job! I have always loved working with children and enjoyed several years of child care experience! Growing up with 3 younger brothers I got a knack for how to take care of kids and have fun. Over the past 8 years I have worked with several families of typically 1-3 children, ages 1-12. My most recent job...
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5.0

(1)

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My family has a history of special needs. My cousin has autism and speech delay. My three adult aunts have varying types of mental disorders that make it so they need full time care. I have grown up around them and have learned how to care from them. They're just like us! Just see the world with different lenses! I am patient,...
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Taeya C.


Sacramento, CA

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Student Here To Help Families In Need

5.0

(2)

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Hello. I'm Taeya :)). New to care. com but have had 4 years as a childcare provider and teacher. I have worked with children on the spectrum as well as children with special needs. My age preferred age ranges are 10months-12 years+. I provide a gentle, fun, creative, and educational approach to the way that I your child. I am...
5.0
"Caring, communicative, and reliable. Taeya has a way with children that is nurturing and gentle, yet empowering. My kids absolutely adore her. I always see their faces lit up with joy whenever I come home....

Reviewed by Care member

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Shanice K.


Sacramento, CA

$40/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Growing up in a big family made me realize how much I love children! Throughout my whole life I've been a nanny, ranging from my family to teachers to military families. I am very passionate about kids. I have worked with kids from 3 months old and up. I have volunteered at an elementary school for 3 years, tutored in math and...
5.0
"Shanice has an amazing energy. She was very professional and responsive for the interview process, and arrived early to watch our son. My son immediately clicked with her thanks to her infectious smile and...

Reviewed by Heather C.

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Ilona T.


Sacramento, CA

$20-23/hr6 yrs exp

Seasoned Babysitter

5.0

(3)

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I am seasoned babysitter with several years of paid professional experience. I have babysat for families with small children before as well as with special needs by making dinner, entertaining the kids with creative games, preparing them for bed and reading them bed time stories. I have had the pleasure of getting to work as a...
5.0
"Ilona has been a coworker, fellow volunteer and friend for over 8 years and is an amazing childcare professional. She is punctual, respectful and compassionate beyond words. She is always reaching out to help...

Reviewed by Meghan A.

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Hailey F.


Sacramento, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Energetic Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I am a highly experienced nanny/babysitter looking to help with date nights/overnight babysitting needs. I have babysat children of all ages as well as special needs children, mostly Autism. I have over 12 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages from newborn to teenagers. I was an Au Pair in New...
5.0
"Hailey was exactly on time for her interview. She is very professional and has an easy going nature. I would trust her with my child, pets and home."

Reviewed by Emily C.

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Skip B.


Sacramento, CA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Care & Education

5.0

(3)

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I have been working as a tutor and care professional for years. I can work with children and adults. I speak Spanish and English. I love helping with homework and building up academic skills while doing some light housework and snack prep. I can do pick-ups and drop-offs with errands in between. I can work with multiple children...
5.0
"Skip is fantastic with kids, of all ages! She’s positive and upbeat, so much fun, and my kids and I all adore her! "

Reviewed by Care member

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Elizabeth R.


Sacramento, CA

$24-34/hr10 yrs exp

Date-night/weekend Nanny W/Tons Of Experience.

5.0

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I have 30 plus years of experience working w/ children. I first worked as a K instructional assistant, then at Kids on Campus and finally Children World. I can help with Light Housekeeping, meals, homework, arts and Crafts and more. Special needs A ok with me. I'm very experience with autism spectrum as 2 of my own children on...
5.0
"Elizabeth watched my son for a date night. She is great with kids and a joy to work with. She was punctual and personable in the interview process. My son and I both really like her."

Reviewed by Vanessa A.

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Janine M.


Sacramento, CA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

(CURRENTLY Unavailable) Full-time Experienced Caregiver

5.0

(12)

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Hello dear families. I am a well-seasoned, experienced, and skilled provider with a liberal arts background. In my 30 years of stay-at-home experience, I home-educated, ran and organized a household, nursed and raised nine children (including two with special needs) and fostered within my family a love for the Arts. In recent...
5.0
"Nina will love your kids with no bounds. She swooped into our lives this year when we needed so much and we are heartbroken that we no longer can have her in our home helping our family. You will be blessed to...

Reviewed by Eva D.

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Talia S.


Sacramento, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

5.0

(3)

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Childcare provider for children of all ages. My background includes over 2 decades of childcare, mostly while I went through school. I have a BA in Environmental Studies and a masters in government programs. Environmental education is important to me and I love exploring nature and identifying plants and animals with kids. I...
5.0
"Talia is amazing. She has been watching my foster daughter for about 5 months. She works very hard to keep her engaged, from taking her to the park and playing basketball to working on art projects with her....

Reviewed by Denise M.

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Heather C.


Sacramento, CA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitting

5.0

(1)

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Hi my name is Heather, I have experience caring for children of all ages. I have experience with special needs in school and in the hospital unit as well. I have experience in after school programs as Assistant Director. I am a Mother of two beautiful girls and an Aunt to many nephews and nieces. I had the opportunity of working...
5.0
"She is kind and caring. A very hard worker and dependable. Loves to help others and very trustworthy."

Reviewed by Afton C.

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Ana Carolina F.


Sacramento, CA

$23-41/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Brazilian Teacher Looking For A Nanny Job.

5.0

(3)

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Hi everyone! My name is Carol I'm 27 and I'm Brazilian. I've been working as a nanny here in US since June, 2022 but before that I have 7 experienced years in teaching (including being a teacher abroad). I have a bachelor's degree in English literature with a Specialist's degree in Special needs education. I have been working...
5.0
"She was awesome! Super sweet and patient with my kids, also very responsible and reliable. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Mariska S.


Sacramento, CA

$28-32/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hi mommies/daddies and families. I have 8+ years of experience working with kids from all ages (including newborns - Infant Qualified) My experience isn't limited and can help with the following: * The Waldorf and Montessori method. * I can help with household duties that's related to the kids and pets. * light maintenance...
5.0
"Mariska is amazing! She loves kids, knows a lot about babies, and is very responsible. I can’t say enough good things about her. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Jailyn C.


Sacramento, CA

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

NOT AVAILABLE THROUGH 2023

4.4

(7)

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Everyone says that they are a great caregiver and while that may be true I believe that not everyone is cut out for the families that need the most help. I pride myself on being someone who is trustworthy, dependable, understanding and open. I made it a point to work with children in several settings including daycare, school,...
5.0
"Ms.Jailyn is WONDERFUL!!! She is patient, knowledgeable, super nice, smart and really great with kids of all ages. She was my son's very first teacher and she took care of him while dad and I were at work. My...

Reviewed by Zyanya P.

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Emily Z.


Sacramento, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Creative, Responsible, Enthusiastic

5.0

(3)

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Hi, My name is Emily. I have a background of dance and drawing. I think it is important to provide children with a fun, and enriched environment. I enjoy sharing arts and crafts and doing outdoor activities with kids. I have 3+ years of taking care of children from infants to 10-year-olds, and have some experience in taking...
5.0
"She was great with my 4 and 8 year old daughters for a night out with my husband. We were still getting everything together when Emily arrived - when we were ready to leave about 15 minutes later she was at the...

Reviewed by Kara M.

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Suzanne H.


Sacramento, CA

$18-45/hr10 yrs exp

3.0

(1)

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I am a trained behavior specialist and former preschool teacher who loves working with children. I worked as a lead preschool teacher for children ages 2-4 for six years until pursuing a career with special needs individuals. I currently work as a dance teacher (with children ages 2-12) teaching ballet, hip-hop, jazz, and tap. I...
3.0
"Met on a Friday via video chat. Planned to meet in person Sunday at 4:00. She no showed and did not email to let me know she decided to cancel."

Reviewed by Kay A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sacramento, CA

Caitlin F.

5.0

I hired Caitlin for my recently rescued, very skittish, afraid of everything, untrained, flight risk and not fully house-broken dog Jinx. Caitlin was wonderful. She was very gentle & understanding of Jinx's difficulties. She stayed at my house, was extremely patient with Jinx to gain her trust....

- Leslie S.

Taeya C.

5.0

Caring, communicative, and reliable. Taeya has a way with children that is nurturing and gentle, yet empowering. My kids absolutely adore her. I always see their faces lit up with joy whenever I come home. Definitely recommend!

- Care member

Shanice K.

5.0

Shanice has an amazing energy. She was very professional and responsive for the interview process, and arrived early to watch our son. My son immediately clicked with her thanks to her infectious smile and bubbly personality.

- Heather C.

Ilona T.

5.0

Ilona is dependable, hardworking and has a heart of gold. She is someone who always keeps to her word and has a passion for helping others. Definitely recommend.

- Sheldon A.

Hailey F.

5.0

Hailey was exactly on time for her interview. She is very professional and has an easy going nature. I would trust her with my child, pets and home.

- Emily C.

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

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Sacramento, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 76 reviews of the 155 listed special needs caregivers.