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165 special needs caregivers are listed in San Francisco, CA
The average rate is $25/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in San Francisco, CA
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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 experience working with clients of all ages who have ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Behavior challenges, Developmentally challenges, Injured, Disabilities, Visual and Physical impaired. With over 5 year of direct concierge, customer service experience in an office, home office and private home setting. Additionally, I'm honest, self...
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"Naji was such a pleasure to work with! She was always ready to help with extra tasks, had a great attitude, and was extremely communicative. I hope to work with her again and am sure whoever hires her will feel...
Reviewed by Kelly B.
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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),...
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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...
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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"I can't say enough great things about Annie. I have two special needs children. It takes a lot of patience for one thing. Annie is so patient and gentle. She relates in a different way and because of her skill...
Reviewed by Eve A.
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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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"She’s professional, reliable, conscientious, and has been very helpful in providing my daughter with stability, kindness, and understanding."
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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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"I hired Annie in November to care for my 1 year old daughter.I came to San Francisco for work,and needed child care for a week.She is wonderful ,so kind and caring .Me and my daughter both love her and hope to...
Reviewed by Angie 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! My name is Monica and I am looking forward to seeing if I'm a good fit for your family :) I studied Communication and Leadership Development at San Diego State University, and have over 8 years of experience in childcare. I am looking to pivot out of my current industry (retail management) and pursue child care and house...
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"Monica watched our 3 year old daughter and 1 year old son for a few months at the beginning of quarantine and we could not have been happier with her. She did a wonderful job of keeping both kids happy and...
Reviewed by Kevin M.
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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 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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"Sirirat babysat our two year old son. she was wonderful. our son enjoyed spending time with her."
Reviewed by Barbara S.
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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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"Elizabeth was great with my first grade boys, keeping them busy and happy."
Reviewed by Christian G.
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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.
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Hello! My name is Doha! I am a reliable, patient, and creative nanny. I have nine years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have five years experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I coached gymnastics to elementary aged children. I volunteered with the local Special Olympics and have extensive experience with...
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"Doha is reliable, compassionate, and creative. She has been our full-time nanny since August 2020. Our 2 kids (5) and (6) love being with her and learn so much from her. She is thoughtful about planning cool...
Reviewed by Pamela C.
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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.
Naji J.
5.0
Naji was such a pleasure to work with! She was always ready to help with extra tasks, had a great attitude, and was extremely communicative. I hope to work with her again and am sure whoever hires her will feel the same way I do!
Thanks for everything, Naji!
- Kelly B.
Annie W.
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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
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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 109 reviews of the 165 listed special needs caregivers.