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Annie W.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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.

Andrew H. says "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...

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Monicalaire P.

Oakland, CA

4.4(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I have 9 years of professional experience working with kids ranging from newborn- teenagers along with senior care. Over the past 9 years, I have worked for over 40 families. Special needs background and experienced night doula. Certified nurse assistant . HOME AIDE Registered. COVID vaccinated. Cosmetologist, cook,...

Care Member says "My kids loved her! Almost thought I was being replaced haha but she is very playful but responsible around my children"

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Carmen M.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
Hi! my name is Carmen, and I am 29 years old. I began my childcare working with kids in special needs education at Castro Valley High School my sophomore year until I graduated in 2014. During that time I was also a part time nanny for various families in the evenings. After high-school I immediately began working as a...

Joe M. says "Carmen is a premiere childcare provider! Very familiar with terminologies relating to care styles, such as BLE and attachment parenting. conversation was...

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Diane F.

Care Giver Available Part-time

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am experienced in taking care of the Youth, Teen, Adult, and Elderly. I have also worked with Autism persons. I ve assisted in their medication in take, personal hygene, meal prep and errands. I also can speak spanish and teach children the language.

Care Member says "I got to know Diane over 10 months providing me (34 yo, male grad student) with personal care in the morning. She was reliable, even in times of the...

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Allison L.

Experienced Educator Available

San Francisco, CA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Arianna Q.

ABA Therapist Experience

Oakland, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum disorder. I worked as a Behavioral Interventionist for a total of 2 years. We used methods of Applied Behavior Analysis to change non preferred behaviors.
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Liliana B.

Mature And Experienced, With A BA In Special Education

San Francisco, CA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
25 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have experience working as a nanny and as a caregiver for adults. I have also cared for children, Pre-K to 12th grade, and students with disabilities. I have completed my coursework towards my masters in Special Education.
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Annie W.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 30 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I love children and animals! 25 years of experience working with children professionally. Educated & trained , college degree in early childhood development /education + special needs. CPR. Worked with children in daycare, preschool-nursery school, kindergarten in Norway for 11 years. I am positive, kind, caring, dependable,...

Care Member says "Annie took care of our daughter (who is now 13 months old) full-time during the workweek from September through February (6 months) this past year. It...

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Frampton A.

I'll Take Care!

San Francisco, CA

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Lakeisha S.

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Oakland, CA

4.5(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a Kinesiology degree from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete my whole childhood) but when I graduated, plans changed. I have most of my experiences as a mother, to (beautiful 18 yr. old daughter)...

Donald W. says "Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my son engaged...

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Kristine L.

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$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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Wren E.

Willing To Adjust To Your Needs

Oakland, CA

4.0(0)
from
$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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Kelly S.

Looking For Nanny/Tutor/Family Assistant Position

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there! I have a Master of Science degree in Education. 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 students with disabilities. I believe in hands-on, engaging learning; kids learn by doing and...

Care Member says "She’s professional, reliable, conscientious, and has been very helpful in providing my daughter with stability, kindness, and understanding."

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Cindy M.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
I'm a childcare provider with 12 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for them to learn and play. My patience and calm demeanor allow me to handle even the most challenging...

Care Member says "We hired Cindy close to a year ago to take care of our 6 month old baby boy. Our kid had severe eczema and allergies, Cindy took on the responsibility...

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Gena B.

Oakland: Special Needs Care Provider

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$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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Madison W.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Former preschool teacher and have 2 years exp. as a Behavioral Therapist for Special Needs Children 8 yrs exp. as Nanny College Degree in Psychology I have experience with children of all ages from infants to teens and I believe I am an amazing caregiver! I will love your kids like I love my own family I have training as a...

Julie D. says "Madison is a very kind caregiver and was wonderful with our 4 month old son. She figured out ways to read his temperament and soothe him when he was upset....

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Barbara S.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello there! My name is Barbara I'm 29 years old and I'm originally from Brazil. I've been living in SF for the past 3 years where initially I came to pursue my studies in Biotechnology and later work in the area (before that I was an AuPair in NY). In the meantime I've been always working with kids as both a regular nanny and...

Care Member says "Barbara has been watching our daughter (2 years) for date nights and Saturday mornings for the last 6 months. She’s incredibly caring and clearly loves...

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Naji J.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With my employers, I have worked with infants, toddlers, school age children and adolescents for the past 10 years. Additionally, I have been a Nanny and Babysitter for several years. I love children and enjoy working with them and take my responsibilities very seriously. I assure you of my honesty and integrity. I can handle...

Wolfram A. says "Naji was wonderful. I had compiled a list of tasks for her, things like loading the dishwasher, cleaning cutting boards, wiping down counter tops,...

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Deisi C.

Special Need Caregiver

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Deisi, 33 years old, mother of two girls. I have worked with young children as both a professional caregiver and teacher for many years. I am truly passionate about helping children grow, especially those that require additional support to reach their full potential both academically and in their home...

Care Member says "We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Deisi caring for our baby boy. She was not just E's nanny; she's become a cherished member of our...

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Bella B.

San Leandro, CA

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Friendly, fun-loving and trustworthy 23-year-old female currently attending college. Past & current babysitting experiences have included immediate friends, and family. I prepare meals, help with homework, craft projects, mentoring, getting them ready for bed/bath time, laundry/housekeeping and organizing activities. I have...

Tom E. says "Bella is super sweet and kind with the children. She takes direction well and had a really positive attitude. I appreciated her responding to our feed back...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.08/hr as of February 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Alameda, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Alameda, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Annie W.

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...

- Andrew H.

Monicalaire P.

My kids loved her! Almost thought I was being replaced haha but she is very playful but responsible around my children

- Care member

Carmen M.

Carmen is a premiere childcare provider! Very familiar with terminologies relating to care styles, such as BLE and attachment parenting....

- Joe M.

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