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Nurturing young minds is my passion. For the past two years, I've had the privilege of working with children, including those with special needs ages 4-10. My approach is patient, creative, and friendly, and I am very comfortable enforcing household rules. I communicate with parents using their preferred method, including verbal...
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
I would describe my personality as kind, patient, and willing to learn.
I am currently studying to be an elementary school teacher, so working with children would be very fulfilling for me. I love talking with children and getting to know their personalities.
I'm looking for a job that is relatively flexible given that I'm...
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am fully vaccinated, a young spirited, kind, calm, flexible worker who has lots of life experience with special needs, bilingual/Spanish language students, students who learn differently, with communication delays or barriers. I worked in classrooms assisting teacher for over 10 years in grades K- High School.
I also love...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
My name is Meghan and I am a transitional kindergarten teacher. I live in Sonoma. I have been a date night sitter, full time nanny, special needs provider, preschool teacher, elementary teacher and just about anything in between. My degrees are in early childhood education, early childhood studies and social and behavioral...
Angelika M. says "Meghan worked for us for a summer, and occasionally after school. She was fantastic with the kids, super patient and always upbeat and friendly. She was...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
home modification
Hello and thank you for showing interest in my profile. I have worked over the years as a special needs worker and also with assisting the elderly. I have a wide variety of skills and experience. My passion is in cooking nutritious meals for individuals. I understand that personal care sometimes entails tiding up and...
PAT R. says "Kim is very committed to her clients - not only willing to do what is asked of her but much, much more. She is always present, concerned and reliable. I...
I have a 17-year-old special needs daughter who has a little of everything. She is speech delayed and also suffers from silent seizures with which she is taking medication for. This experience has taught me a lot about caring for special needs. I also do Senior care for the last 8 yrs and I am well versed with the knowledge &...
Lois D. says "Amazing, understanding, motivated, willing to learn our methods of care, very helpful. So excited to work with Wise. His family is a gift to our family."
I have over 10 years of experience working with children and over 4 years working with children who have special needs. Specifically, I have been working with children on the autism spectrum for almost 5 years now. I have a BA in psychology and just graduated with my Masters in Special Education in May 2018. I currently work as...
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Novato, CA
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a mature woman who love kids. I am fun to be with; I am dependable, honest and flexible. I have worked with families taking care of of kids all ages in Marin County for over 10 years. I also have a few caregiving/elderly care/special needs. I live in San Marin, Novato. I have a clean CDL with reliable transport. I am CPR...
Althea W. says "Mada is a skilled, experienced, thoughtful caregiver. She took care of my 9-month-old son over several weeks. Mada came to my home prepared to bond and...
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 18 years in the field, I'm passionate about fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and positively impact their lives.
My patient and calm...
Lauren A. says "Rubi has cared for our now 3 year old boy since he was 1 year old. She is a deeply empathetic, nurturing and responsible caregiver who we have been very...
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
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I've worked with children with and without special needs from the age of two weeks and older for 16 years now. As a director and counselor of two well respected summer camp programs in Santa Rosa, a full time nanny and a personal aide, I've had many years of professional training and am certified through the Red Cross in CPR and...
Meredith S. says "Serena was the perfect nanny for our daughter! We were so sad to lose her when she decided to go back to school full-time. Aside from the normal nanny...
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I have experience for more 15 years with children of all ages and babies. I love to play, dance, music, read, art crafts, walk, swim, sports, nature, animals. I cook if necessary and keep things organized. My specialization children with special needs, babies is food introduction and sleep training. Overnights and travel. I...
Care Member says "The most amazing caregiver. We have used Luana multiple times for my 20 month old daughter and my daughter LOVES her. It’s has made me so much more...
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
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I have over 3 years of paid caregiving experience with those with special needs and also dementia. I will get to know each person and take each day as a new learning experience to grow into a better caregiver. I thoroughly enjoy being of assistance to others while also giving them the independence and respect that they deserve....
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Hi! I'm Jennifer, a caring and reliable caregiver with experience working with kids in both school and home settings. I'm patient, attentive, and love creating a fun, safe environment where kids feel comfortable and supported.
I'm happy to help with daily routines, playtime, and learning activities, and I always keep...
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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...
Personal care
dementia
live-in home care
home modification
Friendly Christian caregiver . Companion and have looked after dementia hospice patients , Willing to work as a live in care giver. Job description includes preparation of meals , housekeeping , administering medication , bathing and dressing of clients, transfers , looking after special needs of clients . I have First Aid...
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Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
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There is a vast array of experience and skills that I bring to families. Foremost is my experience of being a mother of 10 highly successful children, with the youngest two currently attending UC Davis. I have a tremendous amount of experience with all ages.
I believe in play-based learning in a gentle, happy environment that...
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- $30/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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I'm a dependable, hands-on caregiver with over 6 years of babysitting and nannying experience. I've cared for up to 4+ children at once, so managing different ages, routines, and personalities is very normal for me. I also have experience with children with special needs and understand the importance of patience, structure, and...
Swimming supervision
travel
I've been a childcare provider for over a decade, and I've cared for children of all ages. My passion for fostering their growth and development has led me to pursue coursework in Early Child Development. My calm and patient personality allows me to create a safe and caring environment.
I believe in open communication with...
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Summer and I am 24 years old. I am currently in school full time for medical assisting and will be finishing at the end of may. In the summer I will be taking prerequisites classes to get into the Radiology program I am hoping I will attend the program as of next year in the Fall. As for job experience, I have...
I have many years of experience, a unique set of skills, along with years of experience in psychotherapy, personal assistance, elder care, tutoring, teaching etc. I had been in practice as a psychotherapist for 4 years but due to having to take an extended break, am redoing my hours to finish licensure. This means you get my in...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $25.00/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 Petaluma, CA
Special Needs Caregivers in Petaluma, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Meghan L.
Meghan worked for us for a summer, and occasionally after school. She was fantastic with the kids, super patient and always upbeat and...
- Angelika M.
Kimberly T.
Kim is very committed to her clients - not only willing to do what is asked of her but much, much more. She is always present, concerned and...
- PAT R.
Waisea K.
Amazing, understanding, motivated, willing to learn our methods of care, very helpful. So excited to work with Wise. His family is a gift to...
- Lois D.
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