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Marylyn R.

Los Gatos, CA

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

Hi, I have experience with twins, new born, infants, toddlers and Early school. I have experience with special needs children. I have my First AID training and CPR Training. I took class Early Childhood Education (ECE). I have more then 10 years of experience, I am puntual, responsable, funny and I love play outside with kids. I...

Care Member says "Marilyn provided amazing care for our 1 year old infant. She has a pleasant and positive demeanor which we really appreciated to have around our son. I...

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Chelcie B.

Loving And Fun Nanny/Family Assistant

Los Gatos, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Craft assistance

travel

meal prep

swimming supervision

I am a fun and nurturing nanny looking for a family who needs part time (on the books) help with care or misc projects. I love encouraging children's physical/mental development with age appropriate activities like reading, dancing, crafts, sensory bins/activities, games, and outings. I love to use baby sign language. I am very...

Michele M. says "Chelcie is great with kids. She's every kid's dream sitter and every parent's right hand."

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Christine F.

Special needs

Los Gatos, CA

from: $23/hr

10 years experience

Hi, my name is Christine and I am a mom before granddaughters. I also have a masters degree in child development with 20 years experience working with children from all ages even special needs. I am available to help and assist families with children who struggle with special needs for medical issues as I currently am helping a...

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Linda J.

Los Gatos, CA

from: $24/hr

Clinical Psychology PhD student, have experience with a lot of different clinical populations. Currently working with the neurodiverse community

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Lark K.

Teach Me Ho To Provide The Best Care

Los Gatos, CA

from: $19/hr

1 year experience

I am a retired general ed teacher. However I am kind and compassionate. I am willing to work with someone with atypical needs. I can't do heavy lifting nor severe medical needs. However I have lots of positive energy and the desire to provide loving , interesting care.

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Chelcie B.

Caring And Understanding Helper

Los Gatos, CA

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

I'm neurodivergent and am transitioning from 10 years of nannying to part time social media management. I'm definitely a caregiver by nature and am hoping to find someone who could use my help a few hours a week.

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Fabiana L.

Los Gatos, CA

from: $16/hr

8 years experience

Swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

craft assistance

meal prep

+ 1 more

Hi my name is Fabiana, I am a student at UC Berkeley majoring in Spanish and education. I have worked with kids inside and outside a professional child care setting and have experience with all ages, I also have experience working with special needs children. I most recently worked at the YMCA as a swim coach

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Tiffany T.

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Travel

carpooling

meal prep

craft assistance

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hi! My name's Tiffany and I've been passionate about being around kids for all my life, so making a step towards childcare was not a hard one! I live in San Jose and have been working as a nanny for 7 years. I also have experience working as a Registered Behavior Technician, a Special Needs Teacher's Aide at a school in Gilroy,...

Muna F. says "Tiffany is great!!! If we were not moving out of the area I would still be working with her. She is on time and reliable - she interacts with kids and keeps...

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Catherine M.

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

19 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Carpooling

grocery shopping

light cleaning

I'm a patient and friendly caregiver with 19 years of childcare experience. I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow, and I believe that every child deserves a chance to be successful. With my ECE coursework and experience with special needs children, I have the skills and knowledge to provide high-quality care for...

Jennifer C. says "Catie watched our 20 mo old for a couple hours and my daughter warmed right up to her. Catie was very responsive, prompt and just so sweet to our little...

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Miriam G.

Special Needs Caregiver

Campbell, CA

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

2 years experience

I have had several jobs working with special needs, including teaching, care giving, and tutoring of all ages, children and adults. My sister in law has special needs, so I am continuously improving upon my care and understanding of those with special needs.

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Evangeline M.

Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(0)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

swimming supervision

I am a kind, patient and a nurturing person, organized and energetic too. I have raised three sons. I have a passion for providing care for children because when we have a positive impact in the child's life it is most rewarding. I have worked with preschool children for 10 years and as well as with 5 and 6-year-old at a before...

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Miriam G.

Senior Caregiver

Campbell, CA

5.0(1)

from: $29/hr

5 years experience

Dementia

personal care

hospice services

visiting nurse

live-in home care

I have experience and passion caring for seniors with various types of needs, including special needs. Having companionship is an important part of the experience. My most recent experience has been working with a senior with severe dementia privately in her home for about 2 years.

John A. says "Miriam is one who is very devoted to and conscientious of the work and people she is responsible for. Caring for and tending to others comes very naturally...

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Kaitlyn T.

Date Night, Weekend, Short Term Babysitter

San Jose, CA

4.7(1)

from: $25/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 9 families in your area

Grocery shopping

swimming supervision

light cleaning

travel

meal prep

I am 31 years old. Working with children is my passion. I started caring for children from a very young age for family and family friends. I now have 7 years of professional experience. I have worked as a babysitter, a live-in nanny, and in both a daycare and school setting. I currently work at a school for kids with autism and...

Erika H. says "Kaitlyn is very responsible and dependable. She is also very creative and fun with my three kids of different ages. We love Kaitlyn!"

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Julia M.

Caregiver Available

San Jose, CA

4.0(1)

from: $32/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I care for two siblings with autism, along with a third child who too has autism. They have taught me more than I could have ever anticipated. They have hearts of gold and are beautiful young human beings. I came into this not knowing much about autism, but I have learned so much and find it fastening to see them overcome their...

Molly L. says "Julia only worked with us briefly, but I would recommend her to work with your children. We have a son who is on the spectrum and can be very difficult;...

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Anna Lisa R.

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

9 years experience

Craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

Hello! My name is Anna. While most of my experience is caring for special needs children, I have cared for children in both home and school settings. Because of my experience, I believe I would be a great addition to any family due to being well rounded and being able to care for children in any setting. I have worked with...

Patrick K. says "Anna was a pleasure to work with. She was knowledgable about how to interact with kids and facilitate play between our little ones. She has been...

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Nevaeh V.

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

swimming supervision

Hi! My name is Nevaeh, I am studying early childhood development since I have always loved working with kids. I have experience with special needs teens, and experience caring for newborns and toddlers. I love to garden, read and do arts and crafts. I have over six years of experience working with children and childcare and I...

Sreya B. says "Nevaeh is highly professional with great work ethic, caring and a very loving nanny. - She was punctual and reliable. If she was running late or taking...

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Chanel M.

San Jose, CA

3.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Grocery shopping

light cleaning

travel

Hi! My name is Chanel, and I bring over 5 years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged kids. I've worked as a nanny, caregiver, and a special education paraeducator, and I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can thrive. Throughout my...

Jen E. says "Stopped responding a day before the scheduled visit so unfortunately we did not get a chance to work with her. "

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Brittney L.

Loving Child Care/Nanny

San Jose, CA

4.0(0)

from: $18/hr

5 years experience

Swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

craft assistance

meal prep

+ 1 more

I am currently a Child Development Studies Major at West Valley College, with one semester away from my Merit Certificate in Child Studies. I have been an on going babysitter/nanny for the past five years, with a range of children from newborns, to 12 years old. For over a year and a half, I was a full time nanny for a...

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Victoria G.

Saratoga, CA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

light cleaning

meal prep

I like kids and I like to take care of them and help them to develop. I have 4 years of experience as nanny and 4 as caregiver, 2 years of experience with kids with special needs. I can do babysitting, pet sitting, caregiving, night shifts, driving. Education - 2 years of psychology, I have ssn, background check is done,...

Care Member says "Wonderful with our 3 children! "

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Selena O.

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

light cleaning

travel

Hello! I have experience as a lead teacher in a child care facility where I cared for infants aged 6 weeks to 18 months. I am currently attending Mission College to receive my associates in Child Development. I have met the CDC preschool requirement, including infant and toddler safety. I also have professional experience with...

Victoria M. says "Selena is my master teacher. She is someone who is very down to earth and very helpful in every situation. She has an unconditional love for children...

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $24.29/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Los Gatos, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Los Gatos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Marylyn R.

Marilyn provided amazing care for our 1 year old infant. She has a pleasant and positive demeanor which we really appreciated to have around...

- Care member

Chelcie B.

Chelcie is great with kids. She's every kid's dream sitter and every parent's right hand.

- Michele M.

Tiffany T.

Tiffany is great!!! If we were not moving out of the area I would still be working with her. She is on time and reliable - she interacts...

- Muna F.

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