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Julyiah C.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

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$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I'm currently a Youth Development Professional at Boys And Girls Club! Before becoming a YDP, I worked with special needs children. I've worked in home and in school settings. My patient and friendly nature helps create a nurturing environment for children to thrive in. I love encouraging creativity and imagination through play...
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Brianna D.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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Oakland, CA

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$24/hr
Compassion-driven caregiver with hands-on experience supporting neurodivergent children, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Skilled in behavior support, structured play, data collection, and implementing individualized care routines. Currently pursuing an M. S. in Psychology, bringing a strong foundation in...
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I Would Love To Work With Your Family

Oakland, CA

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$27/hr
8 years experience
Hi, My name is Rakita and I am excited to work with you and your family! I have worked with our community of people with special needs and elder care since I was 16 years old. First taking care of an elder until her passing. I then worked for a family whose daughter was spastic quadriplegic. I was her night time attendant so I...
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Madelaine B.'s Photo

Moraga, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have experience working as a babysitter for the past four years. I have experience babysitting and working with children with special needs for the last 3 years! I have worked as a teachers aid in a school for special needs children for two years! I'd describe my personality as resourceful, empathetic and driven In my...
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Caring & Experienced Childcare Provider

Alameda, CA

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Caring childcare provider with experience with infants, special needs, and a strong education background.
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Kamonchanok S.'s Photo

Castro Valley, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Cream, and I'm a passionate, caring, and highly experienced nanny with over 3 years of professional childcare experience. I worked as an au pair for 2 years and am currently a full-time live-in nanny, caring for multiple children including newborns, toddlers, twins, and school-aged kids. I am patient, reliable,...
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Child Care/Nanny/Special Needs Care/Tutoring

Oakland, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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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My Background!

Oakland, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Elinor and I just moved to the Bay Area to teach at a local middle school where I teach 7th grade English and 8th grade math. Prior to moving here, I lived in Maine for five years and worked at a boarding school as a teacher, coach, and dorm parent. I grew up in DC and am the eldest of four children. In middle...
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Keith G.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
respite care
dementia
errands
meal prep
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I've worked as a personal care assistant and special needs camp counselor in the past. I've worked with seniors and people with a wide range of developmental and physical disabilities. I'm a very patient and nurturing person. I want to make sure the person in my care has the best possible experience.
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Donna M.'s Photo

Hayward, CA

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$29/hr
30 years experience
Light cleaning
mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Bringing joy and comfort to seniors is my calling. With 30 years of experience. I'm deeply committed to supporting the well-being and independence of adults. My background includes some college education. I'm compassionate, friendly, professional, and detail-oriented. I provide respite care, transportation, errands, personal...
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Naita S.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

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$20/hr
I was a former on on-call caregiver in Alameda at an assistant living facility. There I learned how to work with many clients that have different obstacles and help them get what they need done. I take clients on walk, talk with them, assist with grooming and dressing, tidy up there room, look at photos to try and bring back...
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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
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 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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Martha

Oakland, CA

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$19/hr
Hello my name is Martha I can help with care, light housekeeping, meal prep, running errands or drive to doctors appointments etc
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Carmen Loves You!

Oakland, CA

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$40/hr
2 years experience
Hi! my name is Carmen, I'm 25 and I am looking for a new family to care for soon as possible! I'm looking for a new loving family that I can make new memories and bonds with. I have COUNTLESS clients/ families I can give you a LONG LONG list of references. ****SIDE NOTE for your concerns my fingerprints, social security, and...
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Chanel M.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

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$22/hr
I have extensive experience working with children of all ages and needs, from managing classrooms at Gymboree Play and learn to caring for students as a special education paraeducator. I specialize in creating fun, engaging activities that keep children stimulated and support their development in language, social, and motor...
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Denise C.'s Photo

Hayward, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I currently work as a Post-Secondary Job Coach for a local High School District. Experience with working with variety of special needs and disabilities; toileting, feeding, wheel chairs.
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Brooke G.'s Photo

Castro Valley, CA

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$25/hr
I have vast experience with different disorders due to my social life but more importantly my little brother is on the spectrum. I've also worked with a teen with a major developmental disorder.
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Fun And Adventurous Sitter.

Hayward, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Travel
carpooling
Hello! I'm Stephanie, a reliable and caring babysitter with 5 years of experience working with children of all ages and as well working with Special Needs kids. I am currently a college graduate and working at a middle school with Special Needs children. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where kids can...
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Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Oakland, CA

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$47/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a Kinesiology degree from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete whole childhood) but when I graduated, plans changed. I have most of my experiences as a mother, to a beautiful 19yr. old daughter)...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $28.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

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