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169 special needs caregivers are listed in Oakland, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of March 2023
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Oakland, CA
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I am a highly skilled special needs child caretaker, Paraprofessional and Doula. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I am passionate about supporting people to thrive. I have extensive experience across the life cycle...
Latest review:
5.0
Rose is a thoughtful, patient, experienced and compassionate caregiver. She has been a wonderful addition to our life and I cannot recommend her more highly.
Reviewed by Eliza G.
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I am a former special education teacher. I have a BA in Elementary Education/Special Education.
I am a creative, fun, animal friendly, youthful, former teacher, It is my joy to help your family thrive in a positive atmosphere. My hobbies and loves are creating art, healthy cooking, exploring nature,...
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My name is Gena. I'm currently obtaining a Masters in Social Work. As a caregiver, it is important to listen attentively to every child and to identify their individual strengths in order for them to see the greatness they have within themselves. I currently provide play therapy services at...
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Parents, if you are looking for a teacher/childcare provider to provide quality care & education for your kids, you landed in the right place. I am here to partner with you to raise your children! I have associate degrees in child development & childhood education, and certifications in infant &...
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I have worked with people with special needs in almost every job I have had - I have no problem adjusting my style towards your needs - or learning new skills that would help you out!
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Hi! I am a current case worker at a primary care clinic looking to work in education or childcare for the next 6 months before attending medical school. I am passionate about neurodiversity and child development. I have 8 years of experience working with children in a variety of roles such as...
Latest review:
5.0
Kyra is a wonderful caretaker. I have two kids (9 and 6) and they both loved her and asked for her the next time my husband and I went out! She is friendly and very responsible.
Reviewed by Lucy B.
Jordyn B.
Oakland, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. In this role I collect data, ensure client care, follow behavior reduction protocols, report to families/caregivers, and maintain client confidentiality.
Latest review:
5.0
Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he...
Reviewed by Miriam P.
Kelly W.
Oakland, CA
$27-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Of All Abilities Looking For Part-time Work.
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I have had over 15 years experience working with kids of all abilities. I've worked both in homes and in schools. My current afternoon position is with a Nuro diverse teenager and I love it.
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I have experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum disorder. I worked as a Behavioral Interventionist for a total of 2 years. We used methods of Applied Behavior Analysis to change non preferred behaviors.
Alle C.
Oakland, CA
$42-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With Special Needs, Infants And Toddlers Available For Weeknights
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I am a Therapeutic Support Specialist in the Bay Area dedicated to social facilitation, Floortime, and aiding children on the Autism Spectrum or with other challenges of relating and communicating. I offer individualized community-based activities for social and emotional support, as well as...
Latest review:
5.0
Alle was a student assistant in my daughter's daycare, and I've hired her as a babysitter on multiple occasions. She's lovely and patient with kids, and knows how to gently enforce boundaries and routine....
Reviewed by Nari R.
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I am a creative, fun, animal-friendly, active, vaccinated, and degreed educator with over 20 years of teaching experience, and four plus years of professional nanny experience. I have been with my current family since March of 2019, taking care of two girls who were 20 months and 3 years old...
Latest review:
5.0
Rae has been our nanny since March of 2019. She is raising our 2 daughters and is integral to our family. When she started with us our older daughter was a little over three years old, and our younger was 19...
Reviewed by Diksha D.
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I am a certified Postpartum Doula, Special Needs Caretaker and Nanny. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I support play based learning and have extra training around social and emotional growth in regard to behavioral...
Latest review:
5.0
Rose covered a three day period when our nanny was out, and she was on-time, direct, easy to communicate with, and wonderful with our twin 1-year-old kids (we liked that she even brought her own library books...
Reviewed by Greg W.
Danikalynn A.
Oakland, CA
$23-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I love been around kids of all ages, before I became a nanny I was working with child as a group leader/ after school coordinator. I have also worked with kids with special need. I have 4 children of my own. I enjoy doing activities, learning, coloring, singing, building clubhouses, baking if...
Latest review:
5.0
Danikalynn is wonderful with children. She came in a pinch to support me with my 8 and 4 year olds. She was prompt, sweet, attentive, and assertive. I would absolutely book her again.
Reviewed by Connie S.
Sandra P.
Oakland, CA
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am looking for a part-time of full-time job. I have been working with children for over 10 years. I am willing to work with special need children. Hope to get in touch with you soon. Thank You.
Latest review:
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Sandy is amazing. She is super punctual, responsible, and on top of things. She worked with us for a year when I was pregnant with my second child and for a bit after he was born. She is gentle and warm with...
Reviewed by Carla H.
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Hello! My name is Megan and I have 4+ years experience working with children from infant to pre-k as well as children with special needs. If given the opportunity to grow with your family, I would bring with me my bubbly and energetic personality, ceaseless work ethic, excellent organizational...
Latest review:
5.0
Megan has a lot of energy and she can keep my 4 month old entertained and engaged for hours. My partner and I "joke" that the baby will be bored hanging out with us after spending the day with Megan. I'm a...
Reviewed by Cara G.
Sarah M.
Oakland, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Teacher Of 13 Years Looking For Part-Time Work
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Hello, my name is Rasa!
(Rasa comes from Sarah, which is what is written in my past reviews)
I have 15+ years of experience working with youth of all ages. After years of working in many different environments, from teaching in the classroom, working as a full-time live-in/travel Nanny, to daycare...
Latest review:
5.0
She is absolutely the best care giver we have had yet. She aligns with all your guidelines and requests while respecting the child fully. Our son truly loves this women and Sarah's teachings and love has...
Reviewed by Sara M.
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My name is Aleisha, and I have been caring for children in one form or another for a decade. My most prominent experience has taken place over the past seven years. I have worked at a pre-school, set up a language program for children and senior citizens, and worked with families. I love to work...
Latest review:
5.0
I have known Aleisha for many years, she is extremely accountable, honest, hardworking and sincere. Whether it is academia, work or family, Ms. Allen goes above and beyond and follows through with the task at...
Reviewed by Isabella J.
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Hello, my names Alicia. I studied social work for two years. I recently moved to the Bay Area to be closer to my sister who lives here. I have been babysitting since 2014 and have a range of experience from babysitting young children to being a caregiver for adults with medical conditions. I have...
Latest review:
5.0
We were blessed to have Alicia nanny for our two girls for several months up until she moved out of state. She was literally a real life Mary Poppins and we are lost without here :( She was just amazing with...
Reviewed by Logan T.
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I have been a doula and childcare provider for the last 8 years, I take pride in what I do, and love it wholeheartedly. Most of my experience has been in caring for newborns and infants, but I also have years of experience working with children of all ages from newborns to adolescents. I am a...
Latest review:
5.0
Mary was everything we wanted in a night nurse and more. She loved our baby boy and took care of him while I was recovering from a C-section and transitioning into motherhood. She took him each night during his...
Reviewed by Erica W.
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My name is Pilly. I'm a business graduate at Lincoln university. I have been doing care giving for both special needs and senior care for almost 4 years with different clients at an organization called Happy Sun Care in Kansas. I like doing this job despite studying business because I love to...
Latest review:
5.0
Pilly is a very fine and caring young lady. My adult stroke victim daughter was very happy with Pilly's caring nature and attentiveness to her needs. We will definitely call her back when we need vacation...
Reviewed by Tula S.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oakland, CA
Rose L.
5.0
Rose is a thoughtful, patient, experienced and compassionate caregiver. She has been a wonderful addition to our life and I cannot recommend her more highly.
- Eliza G.
Kyra F.
5.0
Kyra is a wonderful caretaker. I have two kids (9 and 6) and they both loved her and asked for her the next time my husband and I went out! She is friendly and very responsible.
- Lucy B.
Jordyn B.
5.0
Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported him outside of school. Somehow she...
- Miriam P.
Alle C.
5.0
Alle was a student assistant in my daughter's daycare, and I've hired her as a babysitter on multiple occasions. She's lovely and patient with kids, and knows how to gently enforce boundaries and routine. Little ones love her and have fun with her. I trust her completely with my toddler. Highly...
- Nari R.
Rae C.
5.0
Rae has been our nanny since March of 2019. She is raising our 2 daughters and is integral to our family. When she started with us our older daughter was a little over three years old, and our younger was 19 months old. Rae is punctual, dependable, creative, kind, caring and loving. She has been...
- Diksha D.
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