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Karen C.

San Rafael, CA

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$20/hr
I am from Guatemala I have 5 years of experience whit syndrome down children, I am a college student want to be come a nurse , I won't dessapoint you . have CPR first aid training.
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San Rafael, CA

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$36/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have experience in providing full care for children, including administering medications as prescribed, preparing and serving meals tailored to their dietary needs, and assisting with bathing and personal hygiene. For example, I cared for a child with special needs who required daily medication and a strict meal schedule. I...
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Petaluma, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
My name is Haley! I'm originally from New Jersey and currently work as an instructional aide for children with special needs (age K-2). I have numerous years of experience with children from infancy to early 20's. I am a Board Certified Autism Technician who loves what she does! I'm super energetic and love shaping the lives of...
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Petaluma, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
am a caring and reliable nanny with experience working with children from 3 months to 5 years old, including children with special needs. I am patient, attentive, and passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children. I enjoy supporting early childhood development through age-appropriate...
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San Rafael, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have extensive experience working with people who suffer from Alzheimer's, stroke patients, Parkinson's and I've given a sense of stability to those on hospice during end-of-life circumstances i. e. cancer, heart failure. I have experienced these types of challenges in my own family over the years, so I do know a great deal of...
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San Anselmo, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Job makes is if you love what you do helping those who needs care. I have 10plus years experience different care
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Petaluma, CA

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$18/hr
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a Certified Nursing assistant with experience in nursing home. I'm a very caring, compassionate, and positive person. I'm to work with a family for who wants a reliable care taker for a part time/long term position. I have a decade of child care experience including special needs.
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Senior Companionship/ Care Giver Available!

San Rafael, CA

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$20/hr
Personal care
I currently work as a special needs aid, for most of my career I've been in caregiving working with children/ special needs as I love helping those around me and being of service to my community. When I was younger my mother and I moved to help care for my grandfather, and be his primary caregiver. I was there to help out when...
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Strong, Kind, Caring

San Anselmo, CA

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$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Joey. I am 34 years old and taking the year off from my "traditional" work and going back to school to get my MBA. My Masters program is online and therefore I have time to help others! I am a certified personal trainer, certified yoga instructor, as well as a Reiki Master. I have reliable transportation. I work...
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Petaluma, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I am a mother of three adult children and grandmother to two little boys, one with special needs. I've also been a family assistant and nanny for five children, and I'm very comfortable with all ages. I'm also very comfortable around all animals. I've lived in Petaluma for almost 30 years and I'm comfortable driving and are...
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San Rafael, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Looking for a family to pick up some hours with that is the perfect fit! I've worked in childcare for over 13 years in a variety of roles, including most recently 1 year with a family and their 2 children ages 10 & 12. Prior to that I was with a family for 2. 5 years ages 11 & 13. I also worked with a family for 4 years as a...
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Occasional Special Needs Care

Petaluma, CA

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$29/hr
10 years experience
Hi Everyone, I have great references, both personal and professional (including my current employers). I'm available for occasional evening care of children, teens and adults with disabilities. I'm not able to work through an agency. I have over 30 years experience working with children of all ages and over 10 years of...
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Petaluma, CA

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$22/hr
My experience as a teacher likely plays a huge role in your ability to connect with children. Teaching gives you plenty of practice in managing a classroom, engaging students, and finding ways to make learning fun and accessible. It also helps me develop strong communication and organizational skills, along with the patience and...
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Full Time Nanny Available

Petaluma, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Eva. I live in Petaluma. I am CPR, First Aid Certified, CNA/HHA (Certified Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide) as well. I have a CDL and a good driving record. I have 10 years+ of experience taking care of infants, toddlers, children and twins. I had been helping families in their private home in Sonoma and Marin...

Greg R. says "Eva worked for us over the summer in Sonoma taking care of our twin toddlers. I've had several caregivers over the past two years, and Eva stands out as...

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San Rafael, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Have experience in special needs kids, able to drive to activities, help kids in homework, help in Laundry, light house work and meal preps, able to extend into evenings when necessary, help in meds pre, when dealing with discipline I set a few specific rules for example "no hitting","wash your hands after using the bathroom"....
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El Sobrante, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have done care work since I was a teenager, for special needs children and adults as well as with typically developing children. I also have experience working as a summer school art teacher for a Montessori school, as well as a substitute one-on-one for children with special needs. More recently I have started a summer camp...

Rachel S. says "Emily has been outstanding with our three children. She can match their high energy, keeps them entertained with excursions to the park, crafts, cooking,...

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Professional Nanny, Loving Caregiver

Rodeo, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
For ever a decade I've dedicated myself to nurturing children and supporting families. I have the desire to positively impact young lives and offer parents dependable care. I'm patient and friendly ensuring a comfortable environment for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I am happy to assist with errands, crafts,...

Rebecca B. says "Michaela is wonderful! kind, responsible, willing to do anything we ask of her, and most importantly, my kiddo LOVES her! we are so fortunate to have...

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

Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)
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$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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Nanny, Homeschool Teacher, Special Needs Aid, Tutor

San Rafael, CA

5.0(0)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I have 13 years of experience working with children, infants - 8 years. I recently moved back to San Rafael from Hawaii. I worked as a homeschool teacher in Marin for a group of kindergarteners during Covid and in Hawaii ran an arts and nature-based camp. Before this I was a Montessori teacher. I have taken courses...
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Greenbrae, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Melissa. I am a career nanny and family assistant with 26 years of professional childcare experience that occurred over the age of 18. I have experience caring for children ages newborn - teens, including infant/adolescent multiples, and children with special needs and food allergies. I am currently available...

Nicholas E. says "Melissa is incredible!! I hired her for a unique situation (a wedding i was in at a remote location, with the wedding party and all kids spending the...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.00/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Novato, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Eva G.

Eva worked for us over the summer in Sonoma taking care of our twin toddlers. I've had several caregivers over the past two years, and Eva...

- Greg R.

Emily G.

Emily has been outstanding with our three children. She can match their high energy, keeps them entertained with excursions to the park,...

- Rachel S.

Michaela V.

Michaela is wonderful! kind, responsible, willing to do anything we ask of her, and most importantly, my kiddo LOVES her! we are so...

- Rebecca B.

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