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Cori M.

Santa Rosa, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
You can say I've been working with special needs kids since I was little. My cousin has Fragile X syndrome and I've been watching him since I turned 15. I've also worked in a school setting as a behavioral aide for 4 years helping kids on the spectrum excellerate.
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I have 25 years of experience with Medically Complex clients, specializing in medical/healthcare and medication management. 20 years of my experience was with my own daughter who was born with a rare seizure disorder. Currently I work with adults who have intellectual, developmental and behavior complexities.
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Sebastopol, CA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have experience for more 15 years with children of all ages and babies. I love to play, dance, music, read, art crafts, walk, swim, sports, nature, animals. I cook if necessary and keep things organized. My specialization children with special needs, babies is food introduction and sleep training. Overnights and travel. I...

Cassie S. says "My family has worked with Luana many times and will continue doing so! I can relax knowing my daughters are in good hands with Luana. She is reliable and...

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Counselor Available Part-time

Santa Rosa, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Highly experienced counselor 12 years. CPR certified. First Aid certified. Pro-Act certified. Autism specialty, Aspergers, dementia, Down syndrome, non verbal language disorder, ptsd, anxiety. Have experience with Self Determination Program.
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a 19-year-old second year SRJC student with an associates in Psychology. As an older sister to 6 autistic younger siblings, and with an associates in behavior sciences, I have an understanding of children with special needs. I am looking for a job that will allow me to help and care for others (:
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm a caregiver with a passion for nurturing and educating children. With over a year of experience, I'm skilled at creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for kids of all ages. I believe that every child is unique and deserves individualized attention, and I strive to provide a supportive and positive atmosphere...
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Full-Time Nanny

Petaluma, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Fully vaccinated and boosted childcare professional and household manager with 15 years experience Experience/Skills: music teaching, tutoring, arts and crafts, Montessori learning, housework, cooking, children with special needs I am a very patient, nurturing and compassionate person. I love what I do. I have a strong...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$19/hr
Hi! I have worked with both adults with Autism as well as toddlers. I started working with children and adults with autism after meeting my boyfriends older sister who has a severe case of autism. I love working with all types of kids and would love to help out your family!
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Petaluma, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 10 plus years of experience working with children and 6 years experience working with children who have special needs. I am a very patient, nurturing and compassionate person. I love what I do. I have a strong intuition when it comes to working with children and can easily find ways to relate to them and create a...
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House Manager, Caregiver, Companion, Cook

Forestville, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
dementia
personal care
Hello and thank you for showing interest in my profile. I have worked over the years as a special needs worker and also with assisting the elderly. I have a wide variety of skills and experience. My passion is in cooking nutritious meals for individuals. I understand that personal care sometimes entails tiding up and...

PAT R. says "Kim is very committed to her clients - not only willing to do what is asked of her but much, much more. She is always present, concerned and reliable. I...

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Nanny/Babysitter

Fulton, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I've worked with children with and without special needs from the age of two weeks and older for 16 years now. As a director and counselor of two well respected summer camp programs in Santa Rosa, a full time nanny and a personal aide, I've had many years of professional training and am certified through the Red Cross in CPR and...

Meredith S. says "Serena was the perfect nanny for our daughter! We were so sad to lose her when she decided to go back to school full-time. Aside from the normal nanny...

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Jhara

Santa Rosa, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
I love the field of caregiving very much, Taking care of individuals who can no longer care for themselves is something that is very important to me. I treat my clients like family. I started working in small facility (care home) then I move to a big facility as a caregiver at Brookdale chanate. I become med-tech after they gave...

Willie T. says "Great caregiver ,great communicator and very dependable"

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Licensed Psychiatric Technician

Sonoma, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I worked at Sonoma Developmental Center for 27 years until it closed and then opened 2 care homes with 10 special needs residents. I recently retired but am looking for PT work. My experience is with medically fragile clients with cerebral palsy, seizure, disorders, bowel and bladder disorders, respiratory disorders,...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Katherine, I am a graduate from Sonoma State University. I entered as a Kinesiology major, two years in I then added a minor in Child Development. I fell in love with the field and eventually switched my major to Early Childhood Development. I plan on getting my Masters in Behavior Analysis in the near...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$28/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Fiona, and I'm currently in the final 8 months of my Master's program, working toward a career in behavioral analysis and early childhood intervention. I'm looking for part-time employment while I study and prepare to sit for my board exam, with graduation coming up in Spring 2026--yay! I began working with...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Mobility assistance
errands
companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a retired teacher's aide, having worked in schools with children with special needs. I was also a live-in house mother in a home for kids with cerebral palsy, I took care of their daily needs and we had good, fun times together. Recently I was a paid companion for a family relative for 1 & 1/2 years. I handled medication...
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Reliable, Fun Sitter!

Petaluma, CA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Victoria. I just finished nursing school this May in moorpark and recently moved back to Petaluma. I am CPR certified, and ACLS (advanced life support) certified, am a certified nursing assistant, and worked as a behavioral technician for a year. I have experience with children from ages 3 months to teens, and am...
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Rock Star Family Assistant Available

Santa Rosa, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello Families, I have years of professional experience working in private homes. I started out with a house cleaning business, then started working as a professional nanny where I have worked as a share care nanny, worked with a special needs baby (cerebral palsy), cared for twins, worked with infants and toddlers, as well as...
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Petaluma, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a stay at home but I'm looking for work after 5 years of just being home with my babies! I was a nanny before I was a mom. My last job I was a special needs nanny for the sweetest girl for 5 years. I started when she was 3 months old. I'm first aid & CPR certified. I have over a decade of experience with children of all ages...
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Novato, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
With more than a decade of experience in providing compassionate and reliable care, I specialize in supporting individuals of all ages with their daily living needs. My expertise spans elder care, special needs assistance, and chronic illness management, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. I am committed to enhancing the...
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  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of January 2026

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Special Needs Caregivers in Cotati, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Luana M.

My family has worked with Luana many times and will continue doing so! I can relax knowing my daughters are in good hands with Luana. She is...

- Cassie S.

Kimberly T.

Kim is very committed to her clients - not only willing to do what is asked of her but much, much more. She is always present, concerned and...

- PAT R.

Serena B.

Serena was the perfect nanny for our daughter! We were so sad to lose her when she decided to go back to school full-time. Aside from the...

- Meredith S.

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