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161 special needs caregivers are listed in San Francisco, CA
The average rate is $24/hr as of December 2023
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in San Francisco, CA
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I have worked in mild-to-moderate and moderate-t-sever Special Needs classrooms since December 2015. Since April 2015 I have worked with a 24-year-old man with Special Needs one-on-one taking him to lessons and lunch via MUNI on Saturdays.
Recent review:
5.0
I worked directly with Susan and at times would assign her 1:1 to students who needs the individual adult support. She readily accepts directives and is open and honest about her observations of particular...
Reviewed by Phuong V.
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I have been volunteering with special needs children for 5 years now. I helped organized the program Buddy Basketball, which is a one on one basketball program for special needs children of all ages. I have also opened a special needs division of the global organization Destination Imagination,...
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I recently moved back to San Francisco from Kauai.
On the island I worked as an arborist and before that I was a licensed CNA and yoga practitioner in San Francisco. I'm fairly well traveled and well read. Patients, humility and altruism are qualities I strive to cultivate.
Since Returning I have...
Recent review:
5.0
David is an exceptional professional, the only one I trust with my home and loved ones. His care for special needs and elderly individuals is heartwarming. A rare gem in his field, his honesty, reliability, and...
Reviewed by Alexandra S.
Liliana B.
San Francisco, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature And Experienced, With A BA In Special Education
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I have experience working as a nanny, and as a caregiver for adults. I have also cared for children, Pre-K to12th grade and students with disabilities. I have a BA in Special Education.
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I have 15+ years of caregiver experience. I was caregiver for people with Spinal Cord Injuries and different types of mobility challenges for many years. In the last 7 years I have been the primary caregiver of a marvelous 10-years-old boy with special needs. Since he now is on a program and...
Recent review:
5.0
Cesia is reliable, kind, and careful. She is professional, and a quick learner. I would hire her back anytime!
Reviewed by Nicole B.
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I have experience working with clients of all ages who have ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Behavior challenges, Developmentally challenges, Injured, Disabilities, Visual and Physical impaired. With over 5 year of direct concierge, customer service experience in an office, home office and private home setting....
Recent review:
5.0
Naji was such a pleasure to work with! She was always ready to help with extra tasks, had a great attitude, and was extremely communicative. I hope to work with her again and am sure whoever hires her will feel...
Reviewed by Kelly B.
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I already had experience of taking care of children with special needs and in addition I was a volunteer in an asylum in Brazil. I am very patient and dedicated, I will do my best to help and deliver my best.
Week days availability: before 9:30 a.m. and after 6:15 p.m.
Weekends all available
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I started babysitting when I was 15 years old and you can say I never really stopped. I have been teaching and tutoring for the past 7 years working with ages ranging from 5 months all the way through 18 years. I have experience working with special needs as well as gifted and talented children. I...
Eliana R.
San Francisco, CA
$25-35/hr
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In addition to over 10 years of working with children, my role in San Francisco has primarily focused on children with special needs (Mild-moderate).
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Back in Brazil I was a Biology teacher and had my first contacts with special needs kids which helped me to get prepared to work as a real caregiver here in the US. I was an Aupair in New York of a 13 years old boy diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome. I helped him throughout the day with change of...
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Hi! My name is Anthony I have worked as a teacher for Pre-K/Kinder age children and for special education for grades K-3. I define a good nanny or caretaker as someone who is flexible, reliable, compassionate, understanding, patient, and creative. Bringing these qualities into my work is something...
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Graduation - Social Communication
Master Degrees:
Digital Marketing
Strategic Sales
MASTER DEGREE IN ABA - ( in course).
Certified Expertise
- Professional Care Giver.
- ABA - Applied Behavior Analyst
- Psycho-pedagogy of Autism.
- Instructions and Tips about Autism to parents and Educators....
Annie W.
San Francisco, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, im Annie.
I have worked with children with special needs for 25 years.
I love children. I am 45-year-old ,
Very respectful, , trustworthy, honest, kind, , dependable, energetic , down to earth & outgoing. I love to make ppl laugh and feel special.
I live in Pac Heights and only work in tje city.
Recent reviews:
5.0
I am a Single dad ,with a 4 year old special needs daughter.she loves when Annie comes over for date nights/ weekend help.
So happy we connected so well with Annie!
Reviewed by Andrew H.
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Hi there!
I have a Master of Science degree in Education and a license in School Psychology. Although I would not be serving in a school psychologist role, I have a lot of experience with evidence-based practices and interventions in academic, behavior, and social-emotional domains. Likewise, I...
Recent reviews:
5.0
She’s professional, reliable, conscientious, and has been very helpful in providing my daughter with stability, kindness, and understanding.
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5.0
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I'm Annie. 46 , educated and trained in Child/Youth/ special needs with 25 years plus experience. After my education in 1993 until 2004, I worked with children aged 0 to 7 in preschool-nursery school & kindergarten. . I am positive, kind, energetic , dependable, honest, outgoing, trustworthy,...
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I hired Annie in November to care for my 1 year old daughter.I came to San Francisco for work,and needed child care for a week.She is wonderful ,so kind and caring .Me and my daughter both love her and hope to...
Reviewed by Angie D.
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I raised my own family. I have experience with ages from 3 through 17 in the classroom as a para for special needs. I have a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing active Child Development Site Supervisor Permit and a 30-day Emergency Permit (K-8 substitute teacher credential). I will share...
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5.0
She is really patient with babies and she always did the bedtime routine successfully
Reviewed by Alinne C.
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Hello there parents of Care. com I am an experienced counselor, teacher and tutor, with a specialty in working with children with special needs. I have been working with children of all ages in a professional capacity since 2006. I started babysitting at the age of 14 and have never really stopped...
Recent review:
4.0
Allison was great! We just moved to the area and she was extremely dependable we have a 10 month old daughter .and she seemed to have loved Allison. We arrived home after About 5 hours with the baby snuggled up...
Reviewed by Amber D.
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Dear Parents,
My name is Christin and I am the second oldest of four children. I would like to offer my child care services to you and your family.
I have always enjoyed working with younger children, and have had many years experience working as a full time nanny for private families as well as...
Recent review:
5.0
Christin is amazing. She is self motivated, punctual, and dependable. She immediately bonded with my son and he always had so much fun with her. I would absolutely hire Christin again.
Reviewed by Ashley U.
Elsie C.
San Francisco, CA
$25-32/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I am an instructional assistant at a special education school, where I assist students with mobility disorders ages 5-22 in the classroom, during recreational activities, and with personal routines such as feeding (including G/GJ tube) and changing. I have 1 school year of experience working with...
Recent review:
5.0
Elsie was great on a short notice! My girls had so much fun.
Reviewed by Stephanie F.
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Hi Everyone !
Let tell you a little bit about myself. My name is Jocelin you can call me Joc or Jocey if you preferred. I'm a young woman who loves children. I have always been around kids my whole life considering how big my family is. I have cared for lots of little ones. I have also cared for...
Recent review:
5.0
Jocelin worked with our family as an after school sitter, and she was wonderful - on time, responsible, helpful around the house, and so warm and supportive of our children. She also drives, and helped with...
Reviewed by Tina P.
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Hi there! My name Gloria and I am currently living in San Francisco, CA. I graduated from SF State back in May 2016, and since then have been working with children of all ages. I have worked for a variety of companies and families, where I gained much experience with children of all ages and learned...
Recent review:
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Gloria is a very dedicated and thoughtful, caring and mature intelligent young lady. She works hard and is very creative and artistically talented. She is also very independent!
Reviewed by Hortencia S.
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I live in San Francisco. I graduated Early childhood education university from Thailand. I was a kindergarten teacher and preschool teacher. I came to the USA to be an Aupair for 2 years and nanny 1 year. I like to create activities with kids and help improve their development.
I have 10 years of...
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5.0
We hired Sirriat to watch our one-year old daughter for a weekend date night. She was punctual, friendly, responsible, easy to work with and took great care of our daughter. Recommended.
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Hello! My name is Doha! I am a reliable, patient, and creative nanny. I have nine years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have five years experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I coached gymnastics to elementary aged children. I volunteered with the local Special Olympics and...
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Doha helped us for a week take care of our 9 month old son, who was dealing with a pretty tough cold at the time. Doha was very caring and put in the extra effort to make him feel comfortable when he was...
Reviewed by John D.
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Hello dear family!
I am looking for a part-time position. I have total of 10+ years of experience with children from 3 weeks old to older children. Also, I have experience with special needs. I am CPR, First Aid trained, TB negative and also I got the flu shot.
I enjoy cooking healthy meals for...
Recent review:
5.0
Leila was one of the best, more reliable, approachable, fun caregivers I had for my 2 girls. She managed my baby girl and her older sister (2 years) just wonderfully, showed up on time and even attended out of...
Reviewed by Sonia J.
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Hi! I am a very reliable, open minded, patient and creative person with more than 4 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've been living in the U. S for over one year and I just finished my Au Pair program. I am also a graduated Psychologist with plenty of experience working with...
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Diana is such a sweet and caring person! Our 4 month old daughter LOVES seeing her every time she comes. She is such a professional at making sure our daughter has everything she needs. She even reads, plays...
Reviewed by Care member
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I adore kids. I have extensive experience with children from all walks of life. I've worked with young children, special needs children, adolescents and I love kids at each and every stage of development. I'm a big kid myself and I really pride myself on developing understanding and trust in every...
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Mary has been caring for our 5 and 10 year for nearly a year in SF. She's a ray of sunshine since she's always in a good mood. She is always punctual and loves to play with my 5 year old. She is really helpful...
Reviewed by Erica L.
Monica M.
San Francisco, CA
$32/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi ! I'm Monica
I consider myself a cheerful, fun person, I love to play, I pay attention to details and I am nurturer with children
I have taken care of newborns, toddlers including twins, kids and children with special needs.
- CPR/AED certificate
- Montessori method courses 0-3
- Fully...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Monica did a great job with our 2 kids including our 10 week old who doesn’t yet have a set schedule. She navigated both with ease and confidence and we are grateful for her help!
Reviewed by Care member
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I've worked with and mentored children throughout my life. In fact, my ultimate career goal is to attend medical school to become a pediatrician. I graduated from SFSU with a Bachelor's of Science degree. Attended UC Davis after graduating. Currently work at UCSF in clinical research in the daytime....
Recent review:
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Nida is a wonderful young lady. She was always so bubbly and kind and willing to go above and beyond with our children. She not only helped to entertain them through creativity and music and dance, but she also...
Reviewed by Chris G.
Barbara S.
San Francisco, CA
$25-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
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hello there!
my name is Barbara i'm 26 years old and I'm from Brazil :)
currently I'm a student at the Community College of San Francisco but for the past almost two years I was an AuPair - at the beginning here in the Bay Area and later on in New York. I just got back to SF to proceed with my...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Barbara has been watching our daughter (2 years) for date nights and Saturday mornings for the last 6 months. She’s incredibly caring and clearly loves children. Our daughter always has a wonderful time,...
Reviewed by Care member
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My name is Lilianna, I go by Lili!
I am currently enrolled in school for architecture and do nannying part time!
I am looking for a part time position due to me being in school.
Monday's: free at any time
Tuesdays: any time after 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday: free at any time
Thursday: any time after...
Recent reviews:
5.0
We had Lilianna serve as nanny to our 9-month-old daughter for two weeks when there was a pause in our usual childcare. Lilianna was kind, punctual, and attentive. She did everything we would expect of a...
Reviewed by Care member
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Francisco, CA
Susan S.
5.0
I worked directly with Susan and at times would assign her 1:1 to students who needs the individual adult support. She readily accepts directives and is open and honest about her observations of particular students who might need additional support. She seemed to have the general knowledge of...
- Phuong V.
David E.
5.0
David is an exceptional professional, the only one I trust with my home and loved ones. His care for special needs and elderly individuals is heartwarming. A rare gem in his field, his honesty, reliability, and unwavering positive attitude make him invaluable. He effortlessly spreads happiness,...
- Alexandra S.
Cesia A.
5.0
Cesia is reliable, kind, and careful. She is professional, and a quick learner. I would hire her back anytime!
- Nicole B.
Naji J.
5.0
Naji was such a pleasure to work with! She was always ready to help with extra tasks, had a great attitude, and was extremely communicative. I hope to work with her again and am sure whoever hires her will feel the same way I do!
Thanks for everything, Naji!
- Kelly B.
Annie W.
5.0
I am a Single dad ,with a 4 year old special needs daughter.she loves when Annie comes over for date nights/ weekend help.
So happy we connected so well with Annie!
- Andrew H.
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Ratings for San Francisco, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 124 reviews of the 161 listed special needs caregivers.