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Sari H.

Reliable And Caring

Lafayette, CA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
6 years experience
Hello I have a deep passion to care for your loved one with special needs, I am honest, reliable trustworthy and patient.
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Part-time Special Needs Helper :)

Lafayette, CA

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$40/hr
3 years experience
My older sister has developmental disabilities and I've always felt good about offering support to those with special needs. I have experience especially with young adults and children with special needs and have worked one on one and in special needs classrooms as a volunteer and assistant and at social and sporting events. I'm...
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Child Care/Nanny/Special Needs Care/Tutoring

Oakland, CA

4.7(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...

Care Member says "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....

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I Was A Pediatrician In My Home Country,

Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
I have more than 20 years experience with kids and worked with special needs, I have written some books about child development and speech problems that help me in dealing with these kinds of children.

Fara F. says "Roya is very professional and knowledgeable. She's very kind and caring person ."

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Part Time Special Needs Care

Concord, CA

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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,...
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Fun-Loving Special Needs Nanny

Pleasant Hill, CA

3.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi, I am a very loving, caring, fun and silly mom. I have three wonderful children in college that I am very proud of. I am 51 years old and I have always loved kids, I'm just a natural. I am very reliable and very responsible. I am very silly but firm with a lot of love. I have been watching kids for over 35 years and special...

Suchitra S. says "Kyo has been with my child for the past 2 yrs. She's like our family and my son bonds with her. That's what we really need and they both explore a...

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Special Needs Provider

Oakland, CA

4.0(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I worked for 14 years at the Disabled Students Program at UC Berkeley doing electric and manual wheelchair repair as well as fabricating adaptive aids. Something I discovered about myself: I'm handy and creative but more than anything, I love working with people. I have also worked with mentally disabled adults on Cape Cod and...

Trish O. says "Kristine did an excellent job packing up my daughter's storage unit and shipping her items home. She was very kind and did a great job!"

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Oakland: Special Needs Care Provider

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Gena. I'm currently obtaining a Masters in Social Work. As a caregiver, it is important to listen attentively to every child and to identify their individual strengths in order for them to see the greatness they have within themselves. I currently provide play therapy services at a bilingual elementary school,...

Tracy J. says "Gena has great compassion, patience, and integrity. She accompanies and mentors our disabled son in the community and at home working on daily living...

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I Have Experience in California In Care for Babies and Kids and Adult

Danville, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi my name is Alma. I have 7 years of experience in care, babies and kids. I have one girl 6 years, I love babies and kids, I have good references. I have experience in adult 65+ .

Bridgette B. says "Alma worked with us caring for our three children. She was caring and sensitive as well as willing to learn about our autistic sons needs. We have twin...

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Special Needs Educator

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
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...

Natalie A. says "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."

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Health Coach With Experience In Special Needs

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a fun and experienced Academic Tutor who has been successfully teaching, tutoring, coaching and mentoring students K-12 since 2003. I teach core subjects like Math, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts as well essential study skills, executive functioning skills and work habits that are prerequisites for success in...

Kristen M. says "Atusa is amazing. She has been working with my 5th grader for the past 6 months. He struggles with executive function & organizational skills as well as...

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Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Willing To Adjust To Your Needs

Oakland, CA

4.0(0)
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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with people with special needs in almost every job I have had - I have no problem adjusting my style towards your needs - or learning new skills that would help you out!
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Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(0)
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$24/hr
4 years experience
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...
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Experienced Care Giver Looking To Help Families In Need Of Quality Care For All Ages.

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
I am a licensed childcare provider for over 30 years. I have experience with diabetes care, insulin shots and blood sugar monitoring. Also experienced in mental health issues and senior care.

Paula R. says "I have the opportunity to know Karen for over 30 years. In my years of knowing her she has been the best caregiver of my children and others children....

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Moraga, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
My name is Emily L. I am a sophomore at Saint Mary's College of California. I have worked 5 summers and three F/W/S at camp ANCHOR. (Assisting the needs of citizens with handicaps through organized recreation) This is a camp for special needs people ages ranging from 5-65. I love my work and would love to continue it along with...
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Full-Time Nanny

Walnut Creek, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have two older girls of my own, ages 22 and 24. Therefore, I have years and years of experience with children and would absolutely care for any other child as my own. I am looking for a full-time and long-term job and, if possible, for the child to be dropped at my house and this would include, food, toys, movies and other...
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Berkeley, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I am passionate about providing help to high support needs individuals because my most important value is that everyone deserves the help that they need. I have made it a goal to be the best I can at providing that help through helping with cooking, household chores, and daily tasks and goals. I have adhd myself and four family...
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Oakland, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I've worked with children with autism ranging from ages 2-11 as a behavioral therapist for 2 years. I have a lot of patience and understanding for children with challenges and enjoy contributing to their progression and peace.
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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.50/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 5.0

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Lafayette, CA

Special Needs Child Care in Lafayette, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Rae C.

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

- Care member

Roya S.

Roya is very professional and knowledgeable. She's very kind and caring person .

- Fara F.

Kyo R.

Kyo has been with my child for the past 2 yrs. She's like our family and my son bonds with her. That's what we really need and they both...

- Suchitra S.

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