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160 special needs caregivers are listed in San Francisco, CA
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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I have been volunteering with special needs children for 5 years now. I helped organized the program Buddy Basketball, which is a one on one basketball program for special needs children of all ages. I have also opened a special needs division of the global organization Destination Imagination, which works to build creativity,...
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I recently moved back to San Francisco from Kauai.
On the island I worked as an arborist and before that I was a licensed CNA and yoga practitioner in San Francisco. I'm fairly well traveled and well read. Patients, humility and altruism are qualities I strive to cultivate.
Since Returning I have aspired to be more of service in...
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"David is an exceptional professional, the only one I trust with my home and loved ones. His care for special needs and elderly individuals is heartwarming. A rare gem in his field, his honesty, reliability, and...
Reviewed by Alexandra S.
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I have 15+ years of caregiver experience. I was caregiver for people with Spinal Cord Injuries and different types of mobility challenges for many years. In the last 7 years I have been the primary caregiver of a marvelous 10-years-old boy with special needs. Since he now is on a program and therapies after school most of the...
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"Cesia is reliable, kind, and careful. She is professional, and a quick learner. I would hire her back anytime!"
Reviewed by Nicole B.
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I started babysitting when I was 15 years old and you can say I never really stopped. I have been teaching and tutoring for the past 7 years working with ages ranging from 5 months all the way through 18 years. I have experience working with special needs as well as gifted and talented children. I am also CPR and first aid...
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I have my degree in elementary education and special education and have 10+ years of experience Nannying/Babysitting and 8 years of experience as a swim instructor and life guard. I just moved to San Fransisco in August. I enjoy exploring nature, roller skating, art, and am always looking to learn new things :)
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Back in Brazil I was a Biology teacher and had my first contacts with special needs kids which helped me to get prepared to work as a real caregiver here in the US. I was an Aupair in New York of a 13 years old boy diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome. I helped him throughout the day with change of diapers, meal prep (keto diet),...
Annie W.
San Francisco, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, im Annie.
I have worked with children with special needs for 25 years.
I love children. I am 45-year-old ,
Very respectful, , trustworthy, honest, kind, , dependable, energetic , down to earth & outgoing. I love to make ppl laugh and feel special.
I live in Pac Heights and only work in tje city.
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"We hired Annie in July , for extra evening/part time help with our special needs 5 year old . She has a great personality, very friendly , honest and trustworthy.
My son has a hard time being around new...
Reviewed by Morgan S.
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Hi! My name is Anthony I have worked as a teacher for Pre-K/Kinder age children and for special education for grades K-3. I define a good nanny or caretaker as someone who is flexible, reliable, compassionate, understanding, patient, and creative. Bringing these qualities into my work is something that I am incredibly proud to...
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Graduation - Social Communication
Master Degrees:
Digital Marketing
Strategic Sales
MASTER DEGREE IN ABA - ( in course).
Certified Expertise
- Professional Care Giver.
- ABA - Applied Behavior Analyst
- Psycho-pedagogy of Autism.
- Instructions and Tips about Autism to parents and Educators.
- Psyco-Nursery.
- Disability...
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Hi there!
I have a Master of Science degree in Education and a license in School Psychology. Although I would not be serving in a school psychologist role, I have a lot of experience with evidence-based practices and interventions in academic, behavior, and social-emotional domains. Likewise, I have experience working with...
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"Kelly is very diligent, organized and compassionate at everything she does. She is also innovative, strategic and a problem solver. Her follow up and detailed notes were invaluable. I highly recommend her."
Reviewed by Russell B.
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Annie, 46, Educated & trained in early childhood development /special needs. CPR. Worked with children aged 0 to 8 in preschool-nursery school/ kindergarten in Norway before I moved to the US in 2004. I am positive, kind, caring, dependable, honest, outgoing, trustworthy, respectful, down to earth , easy going , energetic with a...
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"Annie has been taking care of our now 1.5 year old several times during the past year and we couldn't be happier. Our son loves spending time with Annie, and she is a joy to work with. We feel so lucky to...
Reviewed by Sofia H.
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Hello there parents of Care. com I am an experienced counselor, teacher and tutor, with a specialty in working with children with special needs. I have been working with children of all ages in a professional capacity since 2006. I started babysitting at the age of 14 and have never really stopped working with children, I have...
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"Allison was great! We just moved to the area and she was extremely dependable we have a 10 month old daughter .and she seemed to have loved Allison. We arrived home after About 5 hours with the baby snuggled up...
Reviewed by Amber D.
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Hi there! My name Gloria and I am currently living in San Francisco, CA. I graduated from SF State back in May 2016, and since then have been working with children of all ages. I have worked for a variety of companies and families, where I gained much experience with children of all ages and learned how to handle children who...
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"Gloria is a very dedicated and thoughtful, caring and mature intelligent young lady. She works hard and is very creative and artistically talented. She is also very independent!
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Reviewed by Hortencia S.
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Hi Everyone !
Let tell you a little bit about myself. My name is Jocelin you can call me Joc or Jocey if you preferred. I'm a young woman who loves children. I have always been around kids my whole life considering how big my family is. I have cared for lots of little ones. I have also cared for my little sister who has...
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"Jocelin worked with our family as an after school sitter, and she was wonderful - on time, responsible, helpful around the house, and so warm and supportive of our children. She also drives, and helped with...
Reviewed by Tina P.
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Hello Family,
With over a decade in the field of childcare and teaching, I am well versed in cognitive and motor function training techniques, and have the ability to create nutritious meals that meet a variety of different dietary restrictions. With my bright and kind personality, I am able to connect quickly with children,...
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"We hired Sirriat to watch our one-year old daughter for a weekend date night. She was punctual, friendly, responsible, easy to work with and took great care of our daughter. Recommended. "
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Hi! My name is Liz and I'm 22 years old. I have been babysitting and working with kids for 7 years now and I have always loved it! I have worked with kids in different types of settings, like overnight summer camps, day sports camps, casual babysitting, and special needs centers! I have my own transportation and I am also CPR...
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"Liz was great! Always responsive, flexible, and easy to work with."
Reviewed by Kacie C.
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Hello dear family!
I am looking for a part-time position. I have total of 10+ years of experience with children from 3 weeks old to older children. Also, I have experience with special needs. I am CPR, First Aid trained, TB negative and also I got the flu shot.
I enjoy cooking healthy meals for children and my favorite...
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"Leila was one of the best, more reliable, approachable, fun caregivers I had for my 2 girls. She managed my baby girl and her older sister (2 years) just wonderfully, showed up on time and even attended out of...
Reviewed by Sonia J.
Leticia T.
San Francisco, CA
$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Nanny In San Francisco / Before And After School / Available On Weekends / Live-out
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Greetings! I aged 38. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Education and have completed three specialized courses, one of which focuses on children with special needs. I am currently pursuing a Master's degree at USF. I've worked as a teacher and a nanny for over 10 years. I've experience taking care of children of all age ranges, from...
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"Leticia has been a gift to our family!
I have twins (now 3 y/o) and Leticia was with them from when they were just a few month old. They adore her and we're always so happy to see her in the morning.
She is...
Reviewed by Karin C.
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I adore kids. I have extensive experience with children from all walks of life. I've worked with young children, special needs children, adolescents and I love kids at each and every stage of development. I'm a big kid myself and I really pride myself on developing understanding and trust in every working relationship. I have 20...
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"Mary has been caring for our 5 and 10 year for nearly a year in SF. She's a ray of sunshine since she's always in a good mood. She is always punctual and loves to play with my 5 year old. She is really helpful...
Reviewed by Erica L.
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Hi! I am a very reliable, open minded, patient and creative person with more than 4 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've been living in the U. S for over one year and I just finished my Au Pair program. I am also a graduated Psychologist with plenty of experience working with special needs kids. With me your...
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"Diana was a fantastic nanny for both my boys for almost 1 year. She is responsible, caring, communicative and punctual. My boys remember her till nowadays. They shared very good moments. She is like family to...
Reviewed by Elisa Y.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Francisco, CA
David E.
5.0
David is an exceptional professional, the only one I trust with my home and loved ones. His care for special needs and elderly individuals is heartwarming. A rare gem in his field, his honesty, reliability, and unwavering positive attitude make him invaluable. He effortlessly spreads happiness,...
- Alexandra S.
Cesia A.
5.0
Cesia is reliable, kind, and careful. She is professional, and a quick learner. I would hire her back anytime!
- Nicole B.
Annie W.
5.0
I am a Single dad ,with a 4 year old special needs daughter.she loves when Annie comes over for date nights/ weekend help.
So happy we connected so well with Annie!
- Andrew H.
Kelly S.
5.0
She’s professional, reliable, conscientious, and has been very helpful in providing my daughter with stability, kindness, and understanding.
- Care member
Annie W.
5.0
My husband and I cannot think of enough amazing things to say about Annie. She has been working with our family full time for a year, nurturing our 5 month old into a blossoming 16 month old. She came to us when I was going back to work as a first time mom, and within the first day, I already knew...
- Rachel B.
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Ratings for San Francisco, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 101 reviews of the 160 listed special needs caregivers.