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Eleanor T.

Experienced With Special Needs

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Hello, My name is Eleanor. I'm currently a Behavioral Therapist for children diagnosed with Autism. I grew up with a disabled sister with cerebral palsy and with a god son that was diagnosed with Autism. I currently work with children and teach through play. A lot of singing and dancing, counting, and sensory play (play dough,...

Aundria G. says "I hired Eleanor to care for my son with profound special needs. He is 16, but more like a 4 year old. Eleanor was caring, playful, understood the...

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Olivia H.

Martinez, CA

from: $25/hr

2 years experience

During my time as a Pre-K and Transitional Kindergarten teacher at Learn and Play School in Pleasant Hill for the last 5 years, i've had the opportunity to work with children on the autism spectrum, children with ADHD, and children with various processing abilities. I'm currently pursuing a degree in occupational therapy, and...

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Connor Leo H.

Martinez, CA

from: $24/hr

4 years experience

Hi! My name is Connor Leo. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and eight years of experience working with children. For the past four years I've been working as an ABA behavior therapist and school paraprofessional helping children build communication, social, emotional, and daily living skills. I have experience using...

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Safa A.

Martinez, CA

from: $32/hr

1 year experience

Hi! I'm Safa. I live in Martinez, CA and work mornings with children on the autism spectrum and children with special needs. I have over 10 years of caregiving experience and a certificate in art and art therapy. I create a calm, safe, and nurturing environment and enjoy using simple art activities to support children's...

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Stefani A.

Martinez, CA

from: $30/hr

4 years experience

Hi! My name is Stefani :) I'm a caring, responsible, and experienced nanny who truly loves working with children. I have experience through volunteer work, professional nanny positions, and caring for children with special needs. I've been with my current family for almost three years as their nanny. As I'll be moving to San...

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Leonela M.

Martinez, CA

from: $30/hr

3 years experience

Meal prep

grocery shopping

craft assistance

travel

swimming supervision

Hi! it's Leonela Physical therapist, attentive, and safety-conscious caregiver for your little one. patient, creative and friendly I'm speaker Spanish, I have experience with kids New Born to 15 years old, and with different health conditions. Here's nanny with 7 years of experience I'm CPR certified, trained in Early...

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Raquel M.

Martinez, CA

from: $29/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

With a decade of experience caring for children aged 1-11, I'm passionate about supporting families by providing nurturing and dependable childcare. maintain current First Aid Training and CPR Training. My experience includes caring for children with special needs. I enjoy engaging kids with outdoor sports, board games, and...

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Safa A.

Martinez, CA

from: $35/hr

1 year experience

Hi! I'm Safa. I live in Martinez, CA and work mornings with children on the autism spectrum and children with special needs. I have over 10 years of caregiving experience and a certificate in art and art therapy. I create a calm, safe, and nurturing environment and enjoy using simple art activities to support children's...

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Astrid P.

Very Flexible Reliable Personal Assistant

Martinez, CA

from: $35/hr

Errands

dementia

companionship

meal prep

light cleaning

+ 1 more

My strengths: - extremely reliable and trustworthy - self motivated, going beyond what is expected - very flexible and having common sense - people person, can easily relate to people in different situations - Mother of 2 grown up children - World traveler and open minded - speaking multiple languages Currently taking...

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Agatha P.

Pleasant Hill, CA

4.3(1)

from: $30/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Grocery shopping

craft assistance

carpooling

meal prep

light cleaning

+ 1 more

Hi, I'm Agatha. I'm a Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Trainer, trained by one of the most recognized programs - Newborn Care Solutions. I'm also an experienced nanny with over 6 years of experience working with children. In my home country, I'm a behavioral psychologist and have worked with kids with special needs such as...

Carol C. says "Agatha is caring, thoughtful and patient. She always did her best to make sure my kids were happy and healthy. I felt very safe leaving my children under...

Ann A.

sitter Available

Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

I am a retired Occupational Therapist who loves working with children. I have worked with children ages 3-17 with academic and emotional challenges in the Napa and El Dorado County School Districts. I am currently working as a tutor and babysitter primarily in the afternoons and evenings.

Janeanne R. says "Ann tutored a client of ours with a traumatic brain injury on a weekly basis. She had patience and taught with respect and understanding."

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Bridget B.

Berkeley, CA

4.8(1)

from: $35/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 46 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

carpooling

swimming supervision

meal prep

+ 1 more

Hello I'm Bridget and I'm 26 I use to work at daycare where I usually cared for multiple kids at a time. I worked with many different types of kids such as twins/siblings, children with special needs and babies. I am CPR, First Aid, and AED certified. I have recently completed a babysitting class where we specifically learned...

Care Member says "On time, kind and did exactly what was asked. Baby slept through the night too!"

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Kathleen K.

Quality Care For Your Family!

Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)

from: $27/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

carpooling

travel

I have cared for children my whole life, on and off. I offer, responsible, safe and reliable service, and am flexible to a certain extent. I have a Bachelors Degree in Social Work and have worked with children through Napa county as one of my first positions upon moving to Napa from my college town of Sacramento. I have also...

Care Member says "Kathy has been wonderful with her senior care knowledge and experience. She is kind-hearted and extremely responsible."

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Lisa B.

Richmond, CA

5.0(1)

from: $45/hr

10 years experience

Meal prep

craft assistance

From teaching swimming lessons and babysitting as a teenager to working with children with special needs and their families for over 20 years, I've worked with all ages and in many environments. I'm happy to work in a household with pets. Fully vaccinated happy to wear a mask.

Danielle M. says "Lisa acted as a babysitter and dog sitter for my family for a few years when she lives in Phoenix. We all loved her so much, we cried when she moved....

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Richard P.

Richard P.

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)

from: $45/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

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...

Darwin M. says "Richard was very insightful when it came to the care of my son."

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Gabriela A.

Walnut Creek, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

carpooling

swimming supervision

Nurturing a child's curiosity and watching them reach new milestones is my greatest passion. With 10 years of experience, I provide dedicated care for up to three children, ranging from infants to pre-teens. My background includes Early Child Development coursework and experience with special needs children, which allows me to...

Shelly J. says "Ms. Gabriela is one of the kindest, all around wonderful babysitters we ever had. If we didn't move away we would still have her as our sitter. She would...

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Diane F.

Care Giver Available Part-time

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I am experienced in taking care of the Youth, Teen, Adult, and Elderly. I have also worked with Autism persons. I ve assisted in their medication in take, personal hygene, meal prep and errands. I also can speak spanish and teach children the language.

Care Member says "I got to know Diane over 10 months providing me (34 yo, male grad student) with personal care in the morning. She was reliable, even in times of the...

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Kathleen K.

Special Needs Provider With Mental Health, Developmentally Challenged And Substance Abuse Experience

Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello, my name is Kathy, I have worked with borderline, schizophrenic, bipolar, schizo-affective, depression, anxiety d/o Attention Deficit, and other neurodivergent individuals. I have 7 years of experience, including hospital settings. I am very patient , kind, professional, a self-starter. and possess a Bachelors degree in...

Harmony M. says "Kathy really went the extra mile for me. She did all of the little things I would have wanted (but which were not necessarily expected), such as a phone...

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Candy R.

Registered Behavior Technician

San Pablo, CA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

18 years experience

Hello, I'm Candy R., a passionate and reliable childcare professional with 15+ years of experience supporting neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals from infancy through adulthood. I am a RBT certified since 2015 and currently work as a Program Supervisor while collecting hours to become a BCaCA. I graduated in May 2024...

Care Member says "Candy was able to connect with my child easily. She is able to see when a behavior is about to begin and provided helpful advice after I saw her calm...

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Alana S.

Concord, CA

5.0(1)

from: $27/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

*Available for part time and occasional care only.* Hello! I have experience working with a wide range of children in various fields. I'm currently working in Alamo as the Head Teacher for an afterschool program at an elementary school. Last school year, I worked in the San Ramon Valley USD as an art teacher for TK-5th grade....

Maiysha D. says "Alana was fantastic. Punctual, responsive and super flexible. We hired her to provide child care for our teacher training. Would definitely hire her...

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The average posted rate is $28.00/hr as of July 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Martinez, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Eleanor T.

I hired Eleanor to care for my son with profound special needs. He is 16, but more like a 4 year old. Eleanor was caring, playful,...

- Aundria G.

Agatha P.

Agatha is caring, thoughtful and patient. She always did her best to make sure my kids were happy and healthy. I felt very safe leaving my...

- Carol C.

Ann A.

Ann tutored a client of ours with a traumatic brain injury on a weekly basis. She had patience and taught with respect and understanding.

- Janeanne R.

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