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Sari H.

Reliable And Caring

Lafayette, CA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Caregiver

Lafayette, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
Hi, my name is Josiane and I am a caring, patient loving person and have recommendations inside and outside the country!
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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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Professional And Loving Nanny

Lafayette, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Mima and I enjoy spending time with children as they bring joy to my life and they keep me motivated!:) Throughout the last 7+ years of being a Nanny/Babysitter in California (I have 2 additional years of babysitting in my home country Serbia), I have learned a lot about children: how they grow and develop, to...
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Happy Helper

Lafayette, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
I have extensive experience providing child care and love kids (including caring for children with disabilities and special needs). My undergraduate bachelor's program included a university studies focus in Child and Family Studies. I have provided child care for countless families beginning in middle school. I've assisted in...
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Lafayette, CA

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$27/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a passionate childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am drawn to this profession because I find great joy in fostering children's growth and development. I believe that every child is unique and deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. I am patient, calm, and...
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Fun-loving Sitter

Lafayette, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience working with children aged between 4 and 14, I've worked with general education students as well as special needs students. I can learn mannerisms fairly quickly with each child so I can better help them have good days for the future. I can also help with meal preparation, travel needs, and do light...
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Dedicated Childcare Professional

Lafayette, CA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Hi! I'm Natalia, and I truly enjoy caring for little ones. I have over 5 years of experience working with children, including time at a school for kids with special needs in Brazil. I have a background in psychology, completed a child development course, and I'm CPR certified. I'm most comfortable with children up to 7 years...
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Lafayette, CA

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$28/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I'd describe my personality as organized, humorous, energetic, dependable, good conversationalist, patient, kind, respectful. I like caring for seniors because they are in their privileged years and naturally impart wisdom. I'm looking for a job where I can contribute to a person's higher quality of life. I started caring...
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Caregiver

Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Sierra! I am a professional caregiver for children of all ages with special needs, and a part time nanny/babysitter. I have experience working with kids ages 1-14. I am looking for some extra babysitting and pet sitting work. I am skilled in working with children both with and without special needs. I am caring,...

Karl L. says "Sierra babysits for her younger sister and my girlfriend's three children. They all love her enthusiasm and caring nature."

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Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Chantal, and I am currently seeking opportunities in home and childcare driven purely by my passion for this field at this stage of my life. With a robust background in infant care and child development, I bring a lot of love along with my experience and dedication to any family I work with. Growing up, I...

Sarah E. says "She's great! Our daughter loves it when Chantal comes over. She plays guitar and always shows up with crafts. She cooks with her and loves to take her to...

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You And Your Child's New Favorite Sitter! :)

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Annaliese and I am 24 years old. I have 11 official years of experience caring for children ranging from newborns to 15-year-olds, although I have been watching my younger brothers and neighbors since I was 11. I am currently working on two AS degrees in Biological Sciences and Health Sciences to transfer to UCSC, but...

Olive L. says "Annaliese was great with our kids! She gave the kids lots of attention and care. We would definitely hire again."

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Full-Time Or Part-Time And Night Time Available

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with two decades of experience, my passion lies in fostering the growth and development of young minds. My patient and calm demeanor creates a serene and supportive environment for children to thrive. I believe in clear and open communication with parents, ensuring that they are...

Care Member says "Liliana has been a part of our family for the past two years. During this time, she was able to form a connection with each member of the family. With...

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Sandra

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
I am single lady, who raised 4 children. I have been blessed with 2 grandsons , and 2 granddaughters . I'm loving, encouraging and nurturing. I would like to think I have a good sense of humor. Spent 18 years working in Special Education. I also worked with adult clients who have special needs and behavioral issues, for close...

Emily H. says "Sande has been taking care of our two-year-old for the last few months while our previous nanny (her niece) was on maternity leave. It's always stressful...

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Loving Nanny Available

Pleasant Hill, CA

4.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I am a very loving, caring, fun and silly mom. I have 3 adult children that I am very proud of. I am just a kid at heart. Once you meet me you will know your child will be very happy and well cared for.. I am very reliable and very responsible. I am very loving but firm with a lot of love. I have been watching kids for over...

Jennifer A. says "We interviewed and hired Kyo to help as our part-time nanny to our 5 mo son! She is amazing! She's is dependable, on time, and respectful of our wishes...

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Out Going, Creative, And Loving Sitter

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm an experienced, creative, and nurturing childcare provider with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, led me to pursue a career in childcare. I believe in open and honest...

Jessica E. says "Ciara is wonderful! She is extremely dependable, has wonderful communication skills, and does a wonderful job of caring for my 6 month old. We are very...

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Child Care/Nanny/Special Needs Care/Tutoring

Oakland, CA

4.7(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Part Time Special Needs Care

Concord, CA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Right Mom For The Job

Walnut Creek, CA

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Vaccinated! Currently seeking night nanny position. I have been a nanny to three families ranging in ages from infant- 12 years old. I have my associates in Psychology and have taken early childhood development courses. I was teacher for infants to toddlers, 6 years before I had children. I am one of 10 children myself and...

Carol R. says "Samantha was wonderful with our newborn baby! She was honest, loving, and punctual. Would hire Samantha again for help. Thank you, Samantha!"

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Experienced Weekend And Overnight Sitter

Walnut Creek, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 20 years of childcare experience. I have experience watching multiples, special needs (autism) and large families (5+ more children). I love playing with children and being outdoors.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.44/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Lafayette, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Sierra L.

Sierra babysits for her younger sister and my girlfriend's three children. They all love her enthusiasm and caring nature.

- Karl L.

Chantal B.

She's great! Our daughter loves it when Chantal comes over. She plays guitar and always shows up with crafts. She cooks with her and loves...

- Sarah E.

Annaliese P.

Annaliese was great with our kids! She gave the kids lots of attention and care. We would definitely hire again.

- Olive L.

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