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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Los Gatos, CA
The average rate is $26/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Los Gatos, CA
Savannah M.
San Jose, CA
$31/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I have1 year of experience with 3 teenage special needs children along with 3 years experience of nannying children ages newborn-14. I have references from parents that I would be happy to share. I also have done home care the past 5 years for elderly. Im covid vaccinated and CNA perf oxide as well as CPR certified for both...
5.0
"We chatted a bit with Savannah and tried to set up an interview, but she had already found another family to work with at that time. We also did a reference check and it was totally clear that the family loved...
Reviewed by Autumn A.
5.0
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Hi! I have over 12 years of experience nannying with infants, toddlers, and older children, but I especially love the newborn and infant stage. I work with all types of families, including those with children with autism or other special needs. I am very experienced caring for twins and multiples. I am also a certified...
5.0
"Blanca was a godsend. We hired her for our newborn and not only did she take care of the baby, she also helped with cooking, cleaning and laundry when we were too exhausted to do so. Thank you Blanca! You're...
Reviewed by Nick L.
Ruby F.
San Jose, CA
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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I have 12 years of experience working with kids ages 3-12 years old. I worked 4 years in early childhood education and 6 years with special needs kids ages 3-14 years old. I work as a part-time teacher assistant . I like to be responsible and trustworthy. I really enjoy working with kids. They always teach me something new and I...
5.0
"Ruby was a wonderful nanny to our 6 month old daughter and we would definitely give her a call again if we needed child care. She is very engaging, friendly and thoughtful to our daughter. She's incredibly...
Reviewed by Kelly E.
5.0
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Loving nanny looking to connect with families in their homes!
Over 10 years of experience working with children and 6 years working with children in a professional environment.
Experience with children from newborns to teenagers.
Experience with differently abled children and children with special needs.
Comfortable tutoring in...
5.0
"Kristina is incredibly caring, kind, thoughtful and trustworthy. I have had the pleasure of watching her interact with and take care of kids on numerous occasions and she knows how to effectively communicate...
Reviewed by Pauline Y.
Emily S.
San Jose, CA
$41/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a Paraeducator at an Elementary school working with children with special needs who has received an Associates in Social and Behavioral Sciences and a Bachelors in Communicative Disorders and Sciences. My whole life has been built around children with 2 years in working with children with special needs, 2 years volunteering...
5.0
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Hi parents! My name is Tori and thanks for reading my bio. Here are some quick facts about me as a caregiver: I am a graduate student at SCU to be a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have about 9 years of paid childcare experience for children 4 months to 12 years of age - CNA license in the state of MA (CNA-118209), and...
5.0
"We really needed a temporary nanny during the COVID-19 crisis so that my husband and I could work and keep our jobs and Tori was it! She was very punctual, super reliable, great with the kids (3 and 5) and very...
Reviewed by Jinny C.
5.0
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Hi, my names Ana M. and I absolutely love kids! I have 10+ years experience working with children including special needs and twins. I've had experience with all ages (Newborn-Teens)
5.0
"Ana is amazing! She provided us with childcare coverage for our nanny share while our regular nanny was out on a short-term leave. She is reliable, nurturing, and communicative, and our boys absolutely loved...
Reviewed by Leanne G.
5.0
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I have: -20 yrs of babysitting experience
-8 yrs of Nanny experience
-Worked with children of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, health conditions, special needs, Autism, developmental delays, & behavioral challenges.
-Bachelors Degree in Nutritional Sciences
-Continued education post graduation in various programs/coursework in...
5.0
"Michele showed great attention to detail, compassion and enthusiasm in everything she did. She had outstanding techniques to help them acclimate to her and their new routine. By day 2, our boys were simply...
Reviewed by Olivia H.
4.5
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I enjoy providing parent support to children and young adults with Autism and other developmental delays by helping them become more independent. I will work on simple, yet essential routines- refining their fine motor skills, sensory issues, academic and social skills and more. By providing these services-it give parents a...
5.0
"Jennifer is very creative and comes up with awesome projects to work on. She is very engaged and works very well with kids. She is dependable and made summer super fun for my daughter! She has been a great...
Reviewed by Indu S.
5.0
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I love helping people. I've been a caregiver for 7+ years and have cared for over a dozen families. I have an upbeat, positive attitude; I'm patient, compassionate and non-judgmental; responsible, reliable, respectful, trustworthy; calm, helpful, friendly, and funny. Help w/ bathing, dressing. medication management: organizing...
5.0
"Sandra helps me with meal prep, either takes me to the store or brings food from the store to me, helps me with showering and takes me on errands. She's very flexible with her time, I like her a lot, she just...
Reviewed by Sanford C.
4.0
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I began caregiving by assisting my brother-in-law after he began hospice care for his cancer diagnosis. When I came to the United States, I started working for a 73-year-old male with Spinocerebella Ataxia for 4 months. When he passed away, I decided to go to school and I took training to get my CNA in New Jersey. I enjoy...
5.0
"Rodolfo, nickname Rudy, worked for me for about 1.5 years, taking excellent care of my husband with advanced dementia. I can't say enough positive things about Rudy. He was extremely reliable, never late and...
Reviewed by Anne J.
5.0
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Hey there, and thanks for reading my bio! My name is Victoria (Tori) and I am available for part-time or full-time work as a caregiver/PCA. Here are some quick facts about me as a caregiver:
- BA in Developmental and Counseling Psychology from Emmanuel College; graduated magna cum laude (2018)
- CNA license in the state of MA...
5.0
"Tori worked full-time for over a year with our young adult daughter who uses a wheelchair and has some learning challenges. She is compassionate, dependable and motivated and is a dedicated, committed...
Reviewed by Joanne M.
5.0
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I have experience working with children with special needs from children with Autism, CP & Fragile X. With typical children, I have most experience mostly with age 1 to 10+. I would actively participate with children by engaging in fine motor skills, social play, arts & crafts to assist them with early academic learning with...
5.0
"Jennifer regularly works with my 3 year old son and she's one of the first caregivers he ever had. I was initially nervous to leave him with anyone, but Jennifer made me feel at ease. She reached out to...
Reviewed by Kate T.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Leslie and I have 13-plus years childcare experience. I am currently seeking a F/T or P/T position with a fun, loving family. I prefer to make a long-term commitment. I am available to start as soon as tomorrow, if needed. I have experience with newborns-teenagers and am comfortable with multiple children of all...
Nevaeh V.
San Jose, CA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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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, as well as newborns and toddlers. I love to garden, read and do arts and crafts. I have almost four years of experience working with children and childcare and I look forward...
5.0
"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 leave, she let us know in advance.
- Great at following...
Reviewed by Sreya B.
Thalita K.
San Jose, CA
$30-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi dear parents,
I have been babysitting over 7 years, and I have great experience with babies and toddlers. I am CPR trained and also have experience helping with special needs.
I am a very outgoing person, proactive and always thinking beyond the way. I love what I do and I have a great connection with babies and toddlers....
5.0
"Thalita worked in the afternoons for us for almost a year. She picked up my boys from school, brought them to activities, and then got them ready for dinner at home. She was fantastic! Always punctual,...
Reviewed by Elena K.
5.0
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I have a lifetime of experience helping people. I can help with just about any side work needed. I have experience with special needs, 6+ years as a registered nurse, and am a great cook. I'd love to help where it's needed!
5.0
"We needed Danielle’s help one afternoon with last minute babysitting coverage for our toddler. She was attentive, agreeable, and even helped us out by folding laundry too! She was willing to wear a mask. No...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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Hello
I have been working with kids for 15+ years including mental illness and special need children. I have over 4 years experience working in the ABA field with children age range of 4 years old - 18 years old. For the last 2 years I have been working with infants - toddlers. I enjoy when I am being challenged, especially when...
5.0
"I cannot say more positive things about Flor. I was lucky to have Flor come into our life when I became a first time Mom and it was my greatest blessing. Flor is so kind, considerate, fun, playful, and loving....
Reviewed by Crissy V.
5.0
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I am the nanny/house manager/personal assistant you are looking for!! I have 25+ years childcare experience. I am CPR/first aid certified. I have a full resume, just ask! I have experience with newborns-teenagers, children and adults with special needs, multiples, and geriatric care. I drive a 2014 Chevy Traverse with a clean...
5.0
"Leslie is fantastic and my kids loved her! When my husband and I would get home from work the kids were always happy, fed and the house was clean. It was a dream come true. I tried to get her to move out of...
Reviewed by Kristen L.
Zoey D.
San Jose, CA
$20-25/hr
5.0
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I have always had a passion for working with kids with special needs. I have been a assistant in the special needs class at my high school for 2 years. I am very patient and I am very bubbly and can always keep people entertained I am CPR and first aid certified and I also got credit for a emergency medical responder class.
5.0
"Zoey has been wonderful with our toddler twins. She plays with them and comforts them if they need it. I work from home and appreciate how flexible Zoey is. She's a great listener and dependable !"
Reviewed by Rebecca G.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Los Gatos, CA
Savannah M.
5.0
We chatted a bit with Savannah and tried to set up an interview, but she had already found another family to work with at that time. We also did a reference check and it was totally clear that the family loved her and thought the world of her! I really appreciated how responsive she was and how she...
- Autumn A.
Blanca J.
5.0
Blanca was a godsend. We hired her for our newborn and not only did she take care of the baby, she also helped with cooking, cleaning and laundry when we were too exhausted to do so. Thank you Blanca! You're the best and we miss you.
- Nick L.
Ruby F.
5.0
Ruby was a wonderful nanny to our 6 month old daughter and we would definitely give her a call again if we needed child care. She is very engaging, friendly and thoughtful to our daughter. She's incredibly attentive and creative with her interactions. Even though my daughter cried for the first 2...
- Kelly E.
Kristina B.
5.0
Kristina is incredibly caring, kind, thoughtful and trustworthy. I have had the pleasure of watching her interact with and take care of kids on numerous occasions and she knows how to effectively communicate with kids of all ages. She has a special knack for child development and is able to get kids...
- Pauline Y.
Tori P.
5.0
Tori was amazing as our summer sitter! She was engaged with us as well as the kids, happy, playful, and did all the things a nanny should do - coming up with fun activities daily, teaching the kids manners at every opportunity, and just plain being FUN. We were all so sad our time together ended but...
- Jessica P.
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Ratings for Los Gatos, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Los Gatos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.