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Oakland, CA

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
Hi! my name is Carmen, and I am 29 years old. I began my childcare working with kids in special needs education at Castro Valley High School my sophomore year until I graduated in 2014. During that time I was also a part time nanny for various families in the evenings. After high-school I immediately began working as a...
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Energetic, Fun Loving, Reliable Nanny

Oakland, CA

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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
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...
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Jenny C.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

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$40/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
I have years of experience working with infants through high school age in home settings and at schools. I have been a pre school teacher for almost 2 years that serves children 18 months old onto 5 years old. I have also worked with Ro health for 3 years as a behavioral class aide that serves students with special needs. I...
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Professional Teacher And Caregiver

Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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.
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Eunice O.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
Making a difference in someone's life is my motivation as a caregiver. My two years of experience have solidified my passion for supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. I am a compassionate and empathetic individual with some college experience. I adapt to changing routines and unexpected challenges,...
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Jiamei C.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
* Provide daily care and support for individuals with special needs * Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, feeding if needed) * Help with medication reminders and safety supervision * Support with daily routines and activities * Maintain clean and safe home environment * Communicate with family and follow care plans
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Ronisha F.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
I have experience with In Home Support services for 2 years. My experience includes personal and professional care. I am registered with IHSS in Alameda County. I also have 10+ years of experience in child care and special needs. I enjoy helping others and caring for ones needs.
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Professional Caregiver

Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
respite care
+ 1 more
My name is Katie and I'm a professional educator, caregiver, and project manager. My mother and grandmothers all died of cancer and I was their main caregiver. I have years of experience caring for infants and elderly adults as well as special needs students. I am also an artist, musician, and yoga instructor! I am empathetic,...
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P/T Care Giver Available M-F Afternoons to Care for Your Child, Transport to Activities or Pick Them up From School

Oakland, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with both adult psychiatric rehabilitation and special education. I have worked as an aide in special education for the last seven years, in a pre-kindergarten classroom. The students I have worked with have a variety of emotional, physical and developmental disabilities.
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Experienced In Working With Kids With Special Needs And Etc

Oakland, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I've worked with mentally disabled adults and children for over 7years and I also have taken care of my brother who has Down syndrome from time to time. I love this field and look forward to more experience in doing so! Thanks feel free to contact me
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Oakland, CA

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$28/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Vanessa and I live in Oakland. I have experience caring for babies, preschoolers, and children with special needs. I worked at a daycare for two years and at a Montessori preschool. I have been a nanny for nearly 15 years now, and I truly enjoy my work. I have my own car, so I can drive anywhere, and I am CPR...
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Oakland, CA

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I have 5 years of experience caring for my little brother and younger cousins, which has made me very comfortable taking care of children in a home setting. I help with meals, feeding, changing, homework, playtime, bedtime routines, light cleaning, and keeping children safe, happy, and engaged. I also have over 3 years of...
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  • 72 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

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

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

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