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Judy R.

Education Specialist Seeking Work With Individuals With Special Needs

Rodeo, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked in the field of special education for 13 years. I hold a Masters Degree in Special Education and an Education Specialist Credential. I have experience working with students with developmental differences 1:1, as a paraprofessional, and as a lead teacher. I have worked in preschool, elementary, middle, high school,...
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Rodeo, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I have 3 years of experience with students with autism, I would help them with their work at school, change their diapers, walk with them to the lunch room and feed them their lunch. Play sports or games in the classroom. My sister has 2 boys with autism. I would take them to karate class, Take them to the park. We would go...
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Rodeo, CA

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$26/hr
10 years experience
I've worked closely with ABA therapists and also speech therapists. I have experience with multiple children on the spectrum.
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Rodeo, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi Care seekers! I'm someone who truly values creating a safe, supportive space for kids to be themselves. I've been babysitting every summer since I was 14, including caring for children with special needs, and those experiences have shaped how I approach child care; with patience, flexibility, and respect. I'm currently...
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Rodeo, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
For ever a decade I've dedicated myself to nurturing children and supporting families. I have the desire to positively impact young lives and offer parents dependable care. I'm patient and friendly ensuring a comfortable environment for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I am happy to assist with errands, crafts,...
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Registered Behavior Technician

San Pablo, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
18 years experience
Hello, I'm Candy R., a passionate and reliable childcare professional with 15+ years of experience supporting neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals from infancy through adulthood. I am a RBT certified since 2015 and currently work as a Program Supervisor while collecting hours to become a BCaCA. I graduated in May 2024...

Care Member says "Candy was able to connect with my child easily. She is able to see when a behavior is about to begin and provided helpful advice after I saw her calm...

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sitter Available

Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired Occupational Therapist who loves working with children. I have worked with children ages 3-17 with academic and emotional challenges in the Napa and El Dorado County School Districts. I am currently working as a tutor and babysitter primarily in the afternoons and evenings.

Janeanne R. says "Ann tutored a client of ours with a traumatic brain injury on a weekly basis. She had patience and taught with respect and understanding."

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Experienced With Special Needs

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, My name is Eleanor. I'm currently a Behavioral Therapist for children diagnosed with Autism. I grew up with a disabled sister with cerebral palsy and with a god son that was diagnosed with Autism. I currently work with children and teach through play. A lot of singing and dancing, counting, and sensory play (play dough,...

Aundria G. says "I hired Eleanor to care for my son with profound special needs. He is 16, but more like a 4 year old. Eleanor was caring, playful, understood the...

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Special Needs Provider With Mental Health, Developmentally Challenged And Substance Abuse Experience

Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Kathy, I have worked with borderline, schizophrenic, bipolar, schizo-affective, depression, anxiety d/o Attention Deficit, and other neurodivergent individuals. I have 7 years of experience, including hospital settings. I am very patient , kind, professional, a self-starter. and possess a Bachelors degree in...

Harmony M. says "Kathy really went the extra mile for me. She did all of the little things I would have wanted (but which were not necessarily expected), such as a phone...

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Quality Care For Your Family!

Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I have cared for children my whole life, on and off. I offer, responsible, safe and reliable service, and am flexible to a certain extent. I have a Bachelors Degree in Social Work and have worked with children through Napa county as one of my first positions upon moving to Napa from my college town of Sacramento. I have also...

Care Member says "Kathy has been wonderful with her senior care knowledge and experience. She is kind-hearted and extremely responsible."

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Richmond, CA

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am passionate about helping others, I sense there is a need for us to spread love to anyone we encounter with. Working with those of special needs opens up my eyes and brings in meaning to my life and purpose here. I am here to learn and give my best to those in need of support. We all need an extra helping hand and its always...
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Richmond, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
From teaching swimming lessons and babysitting as a teenager to working with children with special needs and their families for over 20 years, I've worked with all ages and in many environments. I'm happy to work in a household with pets. Fully vaccinated happy to wear a mask.

Danielle M. says "Lisa acted as a babysitter and dog sitter for my family for a few years when she lives in Phoenix. We all loved her so much, we cried when she moved....

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Martinez, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Stefani :) I'm a caring, responsible, and experienced nanny who truly loves working with children. I have experience through volunteer work, professional nanny positions, and caring for children with special needs. I've been with my current family for almost three years as their nanny. As I'll be moving to San...
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Benicia, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
Hi! My name is Rebecca and I'm an experienced nanny currently living in Benicia, California. I have cared for children of various ages, from infants to 12+ years old, including children with special needs such as autism and ADHD. I'm patient, creative, friendly, a good communicator and responsible. I love playing outdoor...
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Childcare Professional With Special Needs Experience

El Cerrito, CA

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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
As a dedicated child care provider with a special focus on special needs children, I bring a wealth of experience, compassion, and understanding to my work. I am passionate about supporting children with diverse abilities and creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where all children can thrive. I have extensive...
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Richmond, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi family, I am originally from Brazil and I have two kids of my own one is 16yo boy and my girl is 12yo. I have a lot experience with kids, newborn, toddlers and experience with kids Autistic, ADHD and Special Needs! I used to watch two girls, 10 months and 4yo. I worked for this family about 2 years. I'm looking for a one...
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Natural Born Caregiver

Benicia, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for special needs and disabled minors for 12 years and have spent two wonderful years now additionally caring for adults. I go above and beyond for all my clients and put all my heart in the job.
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El Cerrito, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I worked with the West Contra Costa School district as a Special ED assistant for both Elementary and High school students.
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Hercules, CA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi everyone! My name is Jessica and I just attained my Bachelor's degree from Columbia University in The City of New York. Over the past two years, I have cared for children with special needs by working at The Painted Turtle, a summer camp that cares for children with chronic medical conditions, and by serving as a caregiver...
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Doctor Of Occupational Therapy Student

El Cerrito, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Hi my name is Jahari M. I am a Doctor of Occupational Therapy student at Samuel Merritt University. I have 7 years of experience working with children to young adults, with or without disabilities/limitations. I am comfortable with using adaptive equipment, using my OT and rehabilitative background with my clients, and engaging...
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  • The average posted rate is $30.00/hr as of July 2026

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Rodeo, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Candy R.

Candy was able to connect with my child easily. She is able to see when a behavior is about to begin and provided helpful advice after I saw...

- Care member

Ann A.

Ann tutored a client of ours with a traumatic brain injury on a weekly basis. She had patience and taught with respect and understanding.

- Janeanne R.

Eleanor T.

I hired Eleanor to care for my son with profound special needs. He is 16, but more like a 4 year old. Eleanor was caring, playful,...

- Aundria G.

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