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60 special needs caregivers are listed in El Cerrito, CA

The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in El Cerrito, CA

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Jordyn B.


Oakland, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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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.
5.0
"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. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he...

Reviewed by Miriam P.

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Deisi C.


Berkeley, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need Caregiver

5.0

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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...
5.0
"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 family. Her dedication, warmth, and professionalism have made a...

Reviewed by Care member

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Wren E.


Oakland, CA

$30-45/hr3 yrs exp

Willing To Adjust To Your Needs

4.0

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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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Rae C.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/Nanny/Special Needs Care/Tutoring

4.5

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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...
5.0
"Rae has been our nanny since March of 2019. She is raising our 2 daughters and is integral to our family. When she started with us our older daughter was a little over three years old, and our younger was 19...

Reviewed by Diksha D.

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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

5.0

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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...
5.0
"We hired Rose for a two-week, temporary assignment to assist my wife, who is a wheelchair user. Rose was fantastic. She was dependable, always on time (or early), and was friendly and kind. Within a day, the...

Reviewed by Care member

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Helen A.


Berkeley, CA

$30-50/hr4 yrs exp

Educational Focused And Fun Nanny

5.0

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Hi my name is Helen I have 4 years of experience. 0-12 years old. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I took care of two sweet children ages (5-7) (8-13). I worked for manos Home Care and Pacific Home Care. I'm very responsible and ready to create bonds with the child(s) I would take care of. I love...
5.0
"Mariela is an amazing babysitter, she takes care of my son with autism in such a responsible way. She plays with him, she has incredible talent with kids and treat them with such respect and kindness."

Reviewed by Care member

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Richard D.


Berkeley, CA

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Richard P.

5.0

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I'm Richard, a multifaceted individual with expertise in marketing, dance, and caregiving. With a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and extensive training in Contemporary Dance from Mexico, I've worked as an Inclusive Dance Instructor, creating safe spaces for self-expression through movement for individuals of all abilities, and...
5.0
"Richard has worked with our family for the past several months on a part-time basis and he has become an integral part of the support system for our non-verbal 15 year old son. He is punctual,...

Reviewed by Seth M.

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Vanessa F.


Emeryville, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver For Your Special Needs And Senior Loved One

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I am a Professional Caregiver with 15 years of experience caring for rehabilitating adults, elders, individuals with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and special needs youth (toddlers & K-4). I am a very caring, fun, loving motherly type who will care for your loved ones as if they were mine. I like providing warm meals, clean...
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Emily C.


Richmond, CA

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as happy, funny, and outgoing I like working with kids because I have always worked in the field and I love to see them grow and expand their learning and being with them along the way. I am also a paraprofessional that works with special needs during the school year. I'm looking for a job that is...
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Sahar S.


Oakland, CA

$22-35/hr12 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Child Care Worker

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Hi! I have been doing childcare work for over a decade with kids of all ages, and have also worked as an educator and camp counselor. I am an interactive babysitter who enjoys engaging play, and have experience helping with homework, meal time/bed time and transporting kids to activities--I have a car and am fully mobile. I also...
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Nylah D.


Emeryville, CA

$24-44/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible Student With Experience

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I have experience working at summer camps, babysitting for special needs and babies along with other age groups. I worked at a childs ceramic studio for a while as well.
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Khadijah L.


Berkeley, CA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Caregiver

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Hi! My name is Khadijah and I'm an experienced and reliable childcare provider with 7 years of experience. I'm an organized and dependable person who takes direction well. I will always strive to make sure your child of all ages is safe and having fun. I'm certified in first-aid and CPR, as well as special needs care. I'm...
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Luann G.


San Pablo, CA

$30-42/hr10 yrs exp

LVN

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Hi! My name is Luann and I've been an LVN for about 9 years. Currently I am back in school for my RN, BSN degree for the next two years! I began my career working with the elderly and then continued my career in pediatrics where I have cared for multiple children with special needs and medical conditions. I would love to help...
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Raphael C.


Emeryville, CA

$30-48/hr7 yrs exp

Manny

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Hello! My name is Raphael, and I am from Brazil. I'm a married, bilingual nanny fluent in English and Portuguese with a strong grasp of Spanish. My 7 years of childcare experience cover ages from 4 months to 12 years, including children with special needs. My passion extends to outdoor activities and various cultural interests,...
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Haley L.


Orinda, CA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

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Hello! I'm Haley - I'm 25 years old and a college graduate. I have 12 years of experience with children and have been babysitting ever since I could be a mother's helper in middle school! Since then, I have worked with kids in many settings, including as a babysitter, swim coach, camp counselor, behavioral therapist, and more. I...
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Nora L.


Oakland, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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Hello, I am Nora a UCSB Communication graduate and I've worked with children for 10 years as a gymnastics coach and nanny. I love working with children and am very patient and compassionate while also making sure to set clear boundaries with the kids I'm working with. I love to create connections with the families I work with...
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Shiyla M.


San Pablo, CA

$16-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hello Families, Im Shiyla, Being A Nanny, I Strive To Make Children My Top Priority!

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I'd describe my personality as Responsible, Respectful, Outgoing and Fun. I like working with kids because kids are Energetic, At times silly. and joyful. I started working with kids back in 2016. In my spare time, I like to go for nice walks around the neighborhood, read books and watch movies. My skills include Teaching...
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Tatiana K.


El Sobrante, CA

$24-30/hr

Occupational Therapy Student

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I am just about to receive my license to become an OTR, so I have all the skills of an entry-level therapist!
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Irene Y.


San Pablo, CA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs

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I must say that I have experienced caring for a client who is in mobile wheelchair. She is a very independent lady who goes to work even though she has Bi-polar disorder illness with another sickness called Cerebral Palsy. She is a warmhearted young lady with a positive mind.
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Maureen D.


Oakland, CA

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi families :) I've been an educator, tutor, & camp counselor for the past 6 years. I'm originally from Los Angeles, but moved here to study at UC Berkeley and eventually get my B. A. in Linguistics with a minor in Education. I'm here to offer various childcare services, including tutoring, babysitting, rides, playdates,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in El Cerrito, CA

Jordyn B.

5.0

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. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported him outside of school. Somehow she...

- Miriam P.

Deisi C.

5.0

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 family. Her dedication, warmth, and professionalism have made a significant impact on our daily lives. Deisi is incredibly reliable and always punctual....

- Care member

Rae C.

5.0

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. Very patient.

- Care member

Rose L.

5.0

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 very nervous about allowing someone to take care of our child and she was very sensitive to that. My wife continues to nurse and Rose has had no...

- Care member

Helen A.

5.0

I hire Helen during the pandemic to help my son that came from El Salvador. My son was diagnosed with autism and learning difficulties, Helen helped us a lot in taking care of our son in a very difficult time and was able to develop very well with my son, it was very helpful in this whole process of...

- Care member

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