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Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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My name is Elizabeth, but the kids I work with typically call me Liz. I am an experienced educator with a Master's in Education, 16+ years of career in education (K-12), and 20+ years in child care (infants+). I have two kids of my own, including a daughter with special needs. My whole life has been caring for and educating...
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
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Hi, I'm Kathleen! I've babysat kids from 2 to 16 years old, including those with special needs. I'm a Navy Corpsman with an Allied Health degree and BLS certified, so safety and medical awareness are always a priority. I'm energetic and love keeping kids active with games, outdoor time, and creative activities. I'm reliable,...
Care Member says "Kathleen was our regular babysitter in 2021 to 2022 until she moved away. She was great with our 5 year old boy, who can be quite energetic and needs...
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- $21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
My true passion is fostering a child's growth and development, With 10 years of experience, I offer patient, calm, and creative care for up to four children. My background includes First Aid Training and CPR Training, and I am comfortable supporting children with special needs. Because I am a skilled swimmer, I enjoy providing...
Evelyn C. says "Love her. She's a great fit for our family. Timely, helpful, and great with the kiddos."
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- $40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Patient, grounded, and trustworthy Montessori-trained Consultant, Neurodiversity Educator, & Nanny with over 23 years of experience guiding infants and children to be healthy independent individuals who trust life and understand their unique connection to community and environment. Expert household and administrative assistant,...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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Looking for a loving family. Experience with special needs children, newborns, infants, and toddlers - including twins and triplets. I am CPR/First Aid Certified with a great driving record. I am reliable, flexible, a pro at potty training, willing to do overnights, and can travel if needed, as well as open to family errands. I...
Care Member says "Lois was a wonderful babysitter for my son, starting when he was around 15 months old. Over the three months she was with us, she taught him so many fun...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
home modification
hospice services
errands
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I'm a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 11 years of experience providing care for seniors, individuals with dementia and special needs. Caring for others truly comes from my heart, and I treat my clients with the same kindness, patience I would give to my own family. Families describe me as warm, trustworthy, organized,...
Anna J. says "Very punctual , always dependable and very kind . Does everything with passion and care ."
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- $35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! My name is Araceli , I am currently working for Kaiser as a Behavior Interventionist working with children with autism, I have been in the field for 8 . I have lots of experience with children of all ages. I also help my family on my free time to take care of my brothers new born and 2-year-old, which I love both to bits. I...
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- $20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 38 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
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Hello families! My name is Gabrielle and here's some information on why I should be your sitter. I started caregiving because of my mother who is a career nanny and has taught me a lot. I have learned a lot myself in my 9 years of experience as both a sitter and a nanny caring for infants to pre-teens and even special needs...
Care Member says "Gabrielle was an amazing sitter for our 10 month old. We felt so comfortable as soon as we met her. I’d love to have her watch him again anytime! "
For approximately I worked within the school district for elementary, middle, and high school district. Over 70% of my duties entailed working with special ed children.
Mohammed J. says "I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me...
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- $25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
I am a physical therapist, a graduate of the Universidad Iberoamericana in Bogotá, Colombia. My training has been a great advantage in childcare, especially in supporting child development, motor skills, and working with children with special needs. I have over six years of experience in childcare. I began my career in Colombia...
Care Member says "Manuela did a great job with our daughter. She even brought arts and crafts with her"
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- $18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have two grown sons with autism. Besides raising special needs children, I have cared for other children and adults with various special needs. I also work with elderly people with visual impairments, stroke, diabetes and other challenges.
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and creative nature allows me to engage with children and provide a fun and safe environment for them to thrive. I believe in open and honest communication with parents,...
Matthew S. says "After meeting Anna at the park, I hired her to babysit my daughter the following week. Just from the brief meeting, my daughter was so excited to see her...
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I had an in-home family daycare for four years and my step-sister also had an in-home family daycare at her home. We worked together and I would bring my daycare children (with the parents permission) to her home every week. The children had a great time together. We had a special needs little boy who worked well with the other...
Sid P. says "Highly recommend. Will definitely hire again,"
Errands
personal care
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm patient and have great respect for seniors. I've cared for several seniors while residing in Minnesota. One couple in particular required transportation, bookkeeping, house cleaning, meal prep, bathing, transferring to and from beds, shopping and errands. This job lasted 1. 5 years until this wonderful couple passed away, 1...
Care Member says "Marlene has been a companion and care giver for my handicapped husband for about 3 months. She is very caring, helpful, hardworking and pleasant person...
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- $20/hr
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I have experienced with taking care of my adult special needs sister and have volunteered in retirement homes. I am a high school graduate and have my own car. I am available for every day except Sunday. I am leaving for college soon but am happy to do part time work or full in when needed.
Carpooling
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light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
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Hi! My name is Tatyanna, I'm 22 years old, and I currently work as a medical assistant at an urgent care. I'm CPR and First Aid certified and have 6 years of childcare/nannying experience, including experience with children with special needs.
I'm dependable, patient, attentive, and genuinely enjoy creating a safe, fun, and...
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am an occupational therapy student and I've worked with kids with special needs for 3+ years! I am organized, fun, responsible, and love hanging out with kiddos.
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi!
I have experience with children in preschool, ranging from 18 months to 5 years old, but I am comfortable with any age and quick to learn of any special needs. My last job was nannying for a family of 4, with an 8-year-old girl & 11-year-old boy. My duties included pick up from school, drop off to sports/tutoring and helping...
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Navy Child Development Provider & Accredited. Certified in Pediatrics 1st Aid & CPR. With over 10 years experience. I bring strong skills in Early Child Development, infant care, and special needs support. And take pride in creating a safe, nurturing and encouragement environment for all children. My outgoing nature and...
Dementia
personal care
respite care
live-in home care
hospice services
I have over 10 years of medical experience working in a clinic, hospital, and as a private care giver, also providing overnight care as well. I have had male and female patients, and children, ages ranging from 10yrs old to 110. I specialize and most knowledgeable with Dementia and Alzheimer's, special disabilities, special...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of August 2026
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Kathleen B.
Kathleen was our regular babysitter in 2021 to 2022 until she moved away. She was great with our 5 year old boy, who can be quite energetic...
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Brianne M.
Love her. She's a great fit for our family. Timely, helpful, and great with the kiddos.
- Evelyn C.
Lois K.
Lois was a wonderful babysitter for my son, starting when he was around 15 months old. Over the three months she was with us, she taught him...
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