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People Person

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
15+ years experience with all different ages going through all different walks of life. I am very Patient and reliable. Very comfortable learning new care plans to help client with positive growth.

Care Member says "Kirstyn provides an excellent caregiver & housekeeper combination that provides our family with full support. She is excellent at communication, and...

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ABA Therapist Experience

Oakland, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.
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Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience
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.

Miriam P. says "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....

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Oakland, CA

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Chanel, and I bring over 5 years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged kids. I've worked as a nanny, caregiver, and a special education paraeducator, and I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can thrive. Throughout my...

Jen E. says "Stopped responding a day before the scheduled visit so unfortunately we did not get a chance to work with her. "

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RBT/special Needs Care

Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I have been caring for mentally disabled, physically, disabled for over seven years now. Currently I'm working with young children on the spectrum of autism as well as having some physical disabilities. I am a registered behavioral therapist and I'm looking to work for a family who is in need of applied behavior analysis, as...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Oakland, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have extensive experience working with people with special needs. I worked for three summers as a special needs camp counselor in Maryland and New Jersey. I was responsible for my assigned campers' personal care along with providing an enjoyable environment. In addition, I worked as a personal care attendant for a man in...
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Health Coach With Experience In Special Needs

Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a fun and experienced Academic Tutor who has been successfully teaching, tutoring, coaching and mentoring students K-12 since 2003. I teach core subjects like Math, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts as well essential study skills, executive functioning skills and work habits that are prerequisites for success in...
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Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Oakland, CA

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$47/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a Kinesiology degree from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete whole childhood) but when I graduated, plans changed. I have most of my experiences as a mother, to a beautiful 19yr. old daughter)...
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Special Needs Provider

Oakland, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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, festivals, and of course...
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Elementary Education Graduate With Special Needs Experience.

Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a PreK Teacher with my BA in elementary education. I have over a decade of experience working with children in various settings. I grew up one of seven siblings and now have 4 nieces and nephews. I have been a camp counselor, a teacher, and a behavioral therapist. My general approach aligns with gentle parenting. Through...
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Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

Oakland, CA

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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I'm a nurturing caregiver and trained doula with experience supporting children with diverse needs. My approach is rooted in attunement, calm presence, and respect for each child's nervous system and developmental pace. I create a sense of safety and predictability, helping children feel seen, supported, and empowered. I focus...
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Willing To Adjust To Your Needs

Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Oakland, CA

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$23/hr
7 years experience
Most of my family dedicated their careers to education and childcare, so I've grown up in that environment. I love working with kids and helping others, and have been babysitting/nannying for about seven years now! Most recently, I was a full-time caregiver for three children (12mo, 4yr, 6yr) with diagnosed ASD, ODD, and ADHD. I...
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Oakland, CA

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$40/hr
9 years experience
I love interacting with children. I have always been a caretaker at heart even when I am not working as a caretaker. I have 9 years experience working with special needs kids and adults, and as a caregiver for elderly and the disabled. I have gone through a few agencies such as: Maxim Healthcare Services for adults with special...
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Oakland, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
As a nurse, I have experiences with a wide degree of special needs and do my best to accommodate to the specific needs of each individual.
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Caregiver/babysitter/child Educator

Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I am a current medical student with 8 years of experience working in childcare looking for jobs during my winter break. I am skilled in neurodiversity affirming care for kids and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Oakland, CA

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$22/hr
I have extensive experience working with children of all ages and needs, from managing classrooms at Gymboree Play and learn to caring for students as a special education paraeducator. I specialize in creating fun, engaging activities that keep children stimulated and support their development in language, social, and motor...
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Martha

Oakland, CA

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$19/hr
Hello my name is Martha I can help with care, light housekeeping, meal prep, running errands or drive to doctors appointments etc
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Oakland, CA

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$23/hr
Provided one-on-one ABA therapy to children on the autism spectrum, implementing BCBA-designed treatment plans in home and school settings. Experienced in DTT, NET, behavior reduction, and functional communication training. Collected and analyzed data to track progress and adjust interventions. Collaborated with families to...
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Oakland, CA

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$18/hr
Hi, pleasure to meet whom may be reading this! I'm Jasmin and I myself have a teenage brother who was diagnosed with ADHD and I've worked with him doing school work and managing his emotions. I also have had a bit of experience helping kids with autism on online school work. Although I don't have much experience working with...
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  • 73 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $27.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Oakland, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 73 listed special needs caregivers

Kirstyn G.

Kirstyn provides an excellent caregiver & housekeeper combination that provides our family with full support. She is excellent at...

- Care member

Jordyn B.

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...

- Miriam P.

Chanel M.

Stopped responding a day before the scheduled visit so unfortunately we did not get a chance to work with her.

- Jen E.

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