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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Menlo Park, CA

The average rate is $24/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Menlo Park, CA

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Alyssa N.


Redwood City, CA

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Positive Impact

5.0

(1)

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Working with special needs children gives you the opportunity to impact the lives of children who have disabilities, learning disorders, and developmental delays. It is important to have a passion for making an impact in the lives of children and their families by giving them tools and resources to learn according, become...
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Jill R.


Mountain View, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am passionate about what I do because through my extensive training with a physical therapist, occupational therapist and speech therapist that I can greatly enhance the facilitation of development of the child and help with the family.

Recent review:

5.0
Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome...

Reviewed by Bart S.

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Debbiann F.


San Carlos, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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I am an experienced caregiver who is also a Behavioral Health Tech. I specialize in helping people cope while living with several mental or personality disorders.
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Beatriz S.


Redwood City, CA

$35-49/hr10 yrs exp

A Reliable Caregiver And Your Child Best Friend

3.7

(3)

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I have 10 years of experience. And I only have my own experience with my little at home but I have worked for Day Care's and many families long-term with special needs kids in from ages newborn to school-age I would be happy to provide my references, this is not only a job for me it's my career and I love what I do I am very...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Beatriz has worked for my family since my daughter was 5 weeks old, at first she was full time but later my job turned remote and now we only use her when we need her. I appreciate her help tremendously and she...

Reviewed by Gabriela R.

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Claudia O.


Mountain View, CA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Early Child Education Experenced Loving Caring And Passionate With My Job

3.7

(3)

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Hello my name Is Claudia I have lived in Mountain View for most of my life. I studied in foothill college where I took child development. I have also taken courses for children with special needs. I have personal experience with children on the spectrum. I have cared for children new born 4 months to 8-year-olds. I have nannied...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Claudia was our nanny for about 8 months and was one of the best nannies we ever had the pleasure of working with. Our kids LOVED her - she was loving, fun, and knew how to charm them into great behavior. She...

Reviewed by Pirzad M.

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Barbara S.


Mountain View, CA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider, Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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Hello, I have many years experience working with persons with disabilities. Ages range from the NICU to adulthood. I have worked in group homes, independent living centers as staff and in management. Familiar with all aspects of Title 7. Worked with SARC, San Joaquin Regional Center. Experience in implementing IEP, IHP etc. CPR,...

Recent review:

5.0
Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one...

Reviewed by Lee B.

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Adrezza R.


San Mateo, CA

$27/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny, Caregiver, And Tennis Coach Available.

5.0

(2)

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My name is Andrezza, 22 years old, fluent in all English, Portuguese and Spanish. I am a biomed student. I have worked with children for over 4 years. I work with kids for a living. Tennis coach for all ages, kids who are 5+ and kids with special needs. I am Vaccinated, CPR certified, pet friendly and non smoker. I am...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Andrezza is amazing. She does a really good job with the kids.

Reviewed by Care member

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Melissa P.


Palo Alto, CA

$36/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(7)

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I am a hard working and energetic 32-year-old with tons of experience caring for children. Including children with special needs. I have worked in a pediatric hospital and nannied for families while I was in my child development classes for college. I have worked with 4 families in the last 3 yrs with a mix of ages 3 months to...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Melissa was great! She was very active with my 8 year old son. They played basketball, cooked together in the kitchen to make dinner, watched a movie etc, and when we got home she was upstairs reading him a...

Reviewed by Care member

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Rebekah A.


Redwood City, CA

$17-22/hr

Senior Care

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Hello, My name is Rebekah A and I would like to expand my services of child care to senior care. Although I only have experience with my own family (besides occasional volunteer work at Lytton Gardens reading to seniors), I have many years of experience with special needs care. This includes bathing, administering medication,...
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Mia S.


San Mateo, CA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Mia S - Part Time Caregiver

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I've previously taken care of a 2-year-old toddler where I took him out, played with him, helped feed him, etc. basically spending most of the day with him while his parents were busy. I also worked as a special needs gymnastics coach where I worked with kids with special needs. I have 2 siblings so I understand what it takes to...
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Victoria K.


Mountain View, CA

$49/hr9 yrs exp

Seniors Caregiver.

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I have 9 years of experience working with seniors and people with special needs of all ages at In-Home Supportive Services, Santa Clara County (since 2014). Completed the following courses: Tips for transfer Fisrt Aide Dementia Cancer Care Caregiver basics Caregiver support Emergency and disaster preparedness Falls...
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Aracelly B.


Redwood City, CA

$28/hr15 yrs exp

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Hello, I have experience working with children more than 20 years. taking classes of Early childhood education and special needs I have 27 units. I like work with infants toddlers playing puzzles, painting, singing.
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Mai Leann M.


Redwood City, CA

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Mai. I have worked with special needs children for 3 years. I am experienced with young children and babies for 10 years. I am also great with dogs and cats. Please let me know if you need references. Thank you!

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Hi I have an experience with all ages kids .. willing to learn. Please let me know if you have any questions.
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Delmy A.


Palo Alto, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

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I understand that the early years of a child's life are vital as the stepping stones to their successful future. Friendly and loving Babysitter/nanny with 10+ years progressive experience in nurturing and developing children of different ages. Detail-oriented individual who has a special talent for preparing meals and formulas,...
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Melissa V.


Belmont, CA

$21-35/hr1 yrs exp

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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I've been a nurse working with special needs children on and off for the past 12 years. I am very patient, kind, helpful person.
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Miriam C.


Mountain View, CA

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

Foreign Degree As A Physical Therapist

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Hello! My name is Miriam. I am 28 years old. I consider myself kind, respectful, hardworking, trustful, always willing to help, learn and do my best. The last couple of years I've been working as a nanny and now I look forward to working with kids with special needs in order to pursue my degree in the USA. I have a foreign...
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Erika V.


San Mateo, CA

$43/hr9 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Nanny A Part Time

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Hello, I have a psychology BS and I love working with kids. I have worked at schools, with special needs children and mental health services. I recently moved to San Diego and I'm planning to continue with my education. I would love to work part time

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I've worked and helped many clients and family members friends with many different special needs and I am always willing to learn more!
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Niomi G.


Redwood City, CA

$22-28/hr

SPED Children Caregiver

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I love working with children as I learned in a child development class that childhood is a very critical time for brain development. I have worked with disabled children mentally and physical. I'm able to tube feed and I enjoy working with all children regardless of their special needs. I find tons of joy in seeing children...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Menlo Park, CA

Jill R.

5.0

Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome experience. She learns things really quickly, is very careful and pays attention to detail. She...

- Bart S.

Beatriz S.

5.0

Beatriz is amazing! She worked with my family and kids for years. Still occasionally helps out when she is available. She was always on time, great positive energy and attitude. She always went above and beyond to help when she noticed I was stressing out. She was a pleasure to work with and my...

- Care member

Claudia O.

5.0

Claudia was our nanny for about 8 months and was one of the best nannies we ever had the pleasure of working with. Our kids LOVED her - she was loving, fun, and knew how to charm them into great behavior. She was very responsible, helped us with running the house and cared for our children...

- Pirzad M.

Barbara S.

5.0

Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one of them that the cat stopped soiling in the house out of grief. Never have I had such a...

- Lee B.

Adrezza R.

5.0

Andrezza is amazing. She does a really good job with the kids.

- Care member

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Ratings for Menlo Park, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Menlo Park, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.