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Hi! I'm a dedicated caregiver, mom, and artist with over 4 years of hands-on experience supporting children, seniors, and clients with specialized needs. I've worked in daycare settings, provided paid caregiving for children and adults with dementia, hospice needs, and diabetic amputee care.
As a mom of a3-year-old, I...
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Hi everyone! My name is Kaylee and I am currently a full time pre-nursing student and certified nurse assistant. I am hoping to become a pediatric oncology nurse once I graduate! In my free time I like to bake, do yoga & spend time with my friends and family. I would say I am a big people person and have always had a desire to...
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Hi! I'm Reilly, a UC Berkeley student offering babysitting, tutoring, and pet care. I've babysat for years, worked as a classroom aide in a special education class, and helped care for my sister, who has Angelman Syndrome, autism, and myoclonic episodes. I also worked for the County of Santa Cruz supporting students with special...
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Hi! I'm currently an undergraduate student at UC Berkeley and eldest sibling of two. Growing up, I learned to take care of my siblings from mornings before school, to afterschool into bedtime.
My siblings are both neurodivergent as my sister was diagnosed with ADHD and my brother with low functioning autism. Most of my...
Mother Of 4 Who's Finished Raising Her Babies And Is Now Ready To Help With Yours
Berkeley, CA
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10 years experience
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Hi, I'm a 42yr old mother of 4, 3 girls, 1 boy, 1 special needs, whos implemented my experience in caring for others children. My children are the most important thing in my life, and I treat every child with that same care and dedication. I love it when kids call me their honorary grandma because it means Ive earned their trust...
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Hello families! I am a positive, trustworthy, and respectful person who is looking for a job as a nanny as I move back to the Bay Area from spending the last few years in Hawaii. I have worked with children of all ages and have knowledge of caring for children with special needs. I have 5 years worth of experience, through...
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I'm a caring, patient, and reliable caregiver who truly enjoys helping others feel safe, comfortable, and supported. I have experience working with seniors, children, and individuals with special needs, and I take pride in building trusting relationships with both clients and their families.
I'm very attentive and...
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I am the perfect candidate for this job because I grew up with special needs in my family, in addition to 10 plus years of experience. I am very passionate, caring, loving and patient, which I consider very important characteristics and attributes in this field. In addition, I have worked in hospitals, elder care, public...
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Hi! I am a Bay Area native who's worked in childcare for many years. I am a fun, energetic, nurturing care provider. I am a non-smoker/ drug user & non-drinker. I am comfortable with pets of any kind (if reptiles are of interest, we have that in common).
I started working with kids when I was around 11 years old. Childcare has...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
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I have 14 years of experience and I absolutely love being a nanny- I can't imagine doing anything else!
I started as a mommy's helper when I was just 11 years old and have since cared for children of all ages, from just a few weeks old to 15 years old.
I've worked long term with about 7 families and I've been with my 2...
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I am a mother of three amazing young women living in Alameda. I have a very long history of caring for and nurturing children. I have worked with six families as a nanny in the East Bay area. I also have experience as a mentor and job coach for special needs young adults. Yes, I am very patient. At this time I am hoping...
Amanda D. says "Debbie has cared for our twin girls for the past 15 months, from the time they were ~5 months old, to now 20 month old toddlers. Debbie is great with...
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9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
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I am a nanny/teacher who is very trustworthy, highly reliable and very experienced with little ones from newborns, twins, infants to toddler age/kindergarten, and school aged children. Do you need help in the care/mentoring/tutoring or babysitting with your child(ren) at home/school or daycare, overnight stay or occasional...
Amy P. says "We enthusiastically recommend Marianne as a nanny and caretaker for children of any age including infants. Marianne began caring for our daughter when she...
I am passionate about helping others, I sense there is a need for us to spread love to anyone we encounter with. Working with those of special needs opens up my eyes and brings in meaning to my life and purpose here. I am here to learn and give my best to those in need of support. We all need an extra helping hand and its always...
Hello, I'm Candy R., a passionate and reliable childcare professional with 15+ years of experience supporting neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals from infancy through adulthood. I am a RBT certified since 2015 and currently work as a Program Supervisor while collecting hours to become a BCaCA. I graduated in May 2024...
Care Member says "Candy was able to connect with my child easily. She is able to see when a behavior is about to begin and provided helpful advice after I saw her calm...
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6 years experience·
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Hello, My name is Eleanor. I'm currently a Behavioral Therapist for children diagnosed with Autism. I grew up with a disabled sister with cerebral palsy and with a god son that was diagnosed with Autism. I currently work with children and teach through play. A lot of singing and dancing, counting, and sensory play (play dough,...
Aundria G. says "I hired Eleanor to care for my son with profound special needs. He is 16, but more like a 4 year old. Eleanor was caring, playful, understood the...
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10 years experience·
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15+ years experience with all different ages going through all different walks of life. I am very Patient and reliable.
Very comfortable learning new care plans to help client with positive growth.
Care Member says "Kirstyn provides an excellent caregiver & housekeeper combination that provides our family with full support. She is excellent at communication, and...
Highly Experienced, Professional, With Medical Education, Full And Part-time .
Alameda, CA
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10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
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Comprehensive development of a child from infancy to preschool. Experienced with babysitting 2-3 kids simultaneously, as well as children with special needs (autists, deaf, children with cerebral palsy). Available starting Feb-15-2024 as shared nanny; looking to add a playmate for an adorable & friendly 18months old boy.
Care Member says "We would definitely recommend Tanya as a caregiver. She watched our daughter and loved her like her own child. She always made sure that she was taken...
I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. In this role I collect data, ensure client care, follow behavior reduction protocols, report to families/caregivers, and maintain client confidentiality.
Miriam P. says "Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child....
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Providing child care has always given me great joy. Fun adventures in nature, playing, exploring & learning are among my favorite outings with children. Arts and crafts as well as other enriching activities are important to me. I have a 15-year-old son that is a source of constant joy for me. I volunteer at his school as an...
Sarah W. says "Deb took care of our 17 month old little girl for a couple of weeks while her usual caretaker was out of town, and she was wonderful! My daughter got to...
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Hello! My name is Mariye, and I bring over nine years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I have completed emergency response courses, and I'm certified by the American Red Cross in Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED, and Anaphylaxis/Epinephrine Auto-Injector administration. In...
Sarah T. says "Rose is the best caretaker for our infant! She is highly professional, responsible, knowledgeable, caring, and has a very warm presence. She is calm and...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $27.50/hr as of May 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Berkeley, CA
Special Needs Caregivers in Berkeley, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Deborah C.
Debbie has cared for our twin girls for the past 15 months, from the time they were ~5 months old, to now 20 month old toddlers. Debbie is...
- Amanda D.
Marianne H.
We enthusiastically recommend Marianne as a nanny and caretaker for children of any age including infants. Marianne began caring for our...
- Amy P.
Candy R.
Candy was able to connect with my child easily. She is able to see when a behavior is about to begin and provided helpful advice after I saw...
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