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I am a love and caring person that loves playing and engaging in children activities. I enjoy walks to parks and to local events. I love to travel and enjoy music and cultures. I have cared for children on the autism spectrum. I am familiar with ABA and speech therapy. I am a very patient person.
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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 respectively when I started. I live...
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I have a degree in Psychology from Brazil and am currently taking an online graduate course. With five years of childcare experience, I've cared for children from newborns to teenagers, including those with special needs, and I'm CPR certified. My experience includes full-time nannying, babysitting, and working in an...
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Nurturing children and supporting families has been my passion for 10 years. My positive experiences babysitting led me to where I am today. I hold a college degree and am comfortable caring for up to five children, ages newborn and up. I'm patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I enjoy reading, playing games, and being...
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- $23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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I am actively seeking an opportunity to work with a wonderful family as a nanny. I've dedicated 15 years to the rewarding role of childcare provider. My passion for childcare was nurtured from a young age, growing up with a mother who specialized in early childhood development and special needs care. I have not...
Hi :) my name is Rachel and I am 27. I'm very outgoing, adventurous and fun! I have been working with children ever since I turned 16! I absolutely love being able to hangout with kids and make little friends! I currently work as a registered behavior technician so I have a lot of experience with special needs children along...
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- $27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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grocery shopping
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Hi there!! I am available for full time care starting the second week of June! I currently work with pre-k children with special needs, but have been nannying for the past 7 years with kids of all ages. I have around 3 years of experience with 0-12month olds, and around 4 years working with kids up to 12. I love being outdoors...
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Supporting families by providing reliable, nurturing care is my true passion. With six years of experience, I specialize in caring for children ages 6-11, including those with special needs. As a mother to a daughter with autism and ADHD, I bring deep patience, a calm demeanor, and a creative spirit to every interaction. I am...
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- $36/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I am an experienced caregiver who has worked with children of all ages, from 3 months to 13 years old. With 2 years of experience as an Aupair and 1 year as a nanny, I am adept at providing quality care to children of all ages. Additionally, I am CPR trained and have experience working with children with special needs. I am also...
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I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With five years of experience, I have a proven track record of providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. I pride myself on my patience, creativity, and friendly nature, which allows me to connect with children of all...
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10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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Hi everyone!
*I am currently looking for a part or full time nanny or tutoring position for the months June and July or occasional babysitting jobs!*
I am a 3rd year, 2nd grade teacher here in Oakland with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Child Development. I have nannied for countless families (CA, NYC, Italy)...
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I am passionate about being a steady figure in the lives of the children I care for. With years of babysitting experience and being an older sister, I feel confident caring for multiple children of all age groups, including children with special needs. I am more than willing to help around the house with cooking, cleaning,...
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I am the third oldest of eight kids and have loved working with kids all my life. Once I was old enough to work, I worked at a summer camp each summer where I was a camp counselor. I became an Elementary Education major and gained 3years of experience teaching kids at 6 different internships. I then went on to work full time as...
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Hi! My name is Maria, and I have over two years of experience working in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), supporting children with special needs, including autism. I am currently a clinical supervisor accruing hours, enrolled in a master's program, and am on track to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) next year.
I...
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I am a positive, reliable, and patient childcare provider with over 20 years of experience working with children and families. I currently work as an Instructional Aide and will begin my sixth school year this August. I also have nearly five years of experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), supporting children with...
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I have 10 years of professional experience with special needs care and education. I am a parent as well.
Your child's safety is the utmost importance, and I am always professional in every aspect. I provide care and mental health services for individuals diagnosed with a variety of behavioral conditions and disabilities....
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Hi! My name is Katie and I've been an educator and caretaker for 20 years. I'm also an artist, musician, and yoga teacher as well! I've worked with students of all ages (2-65 years old) and feel comfortable working with clients with special needs as well.
Hello! My name is Marlene and I am a 24yo college student! I have 10 years experience working as a babysitter, 3 years experience working in a daycare as a lead 3-year-old teacher and an infant teacher as well as working with middle school. I currently work full time with special needs children at an elementary school. I am CPR...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
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My name is Amber, and I am a 42-year-old mother, wife, and Bay Area native who finds joy in nature, dancing, yoga and living a holistic lifestyle, all while embracing the beautiful chaos of motherhood and life.
For as long as I can remember, I've been passionate about caring for children. With over 25 years of experience, I've...
Light cleaning
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Hi there! I'm Christy, and I bring 10 years of experience of tutoring and classroom teaching. I hold a master's degree in international education policy and management. I also taught at my family's school in Taiwan and Korea using Montessori and Waldorf methodology.
I am a child's companion and mentor, and love to help kids...
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73 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $27.00/hr as of October 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5
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