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Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
I like working with kids because I am also a mom and loves caring for kids. And as a mom myself, I want someone who is nurturing, patient and can communicate well with my child. That's what I can offer in helping out to either kids or elderly at home.
I am a college degree holder and is currently working in a day program as my...
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Knowing I can support families by providing reliable childcare is what I love most about my work. I have three years of experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers. I am comfortable with up to two children. I am patient, kind, calm, and responsible. I am also a fast learner, punctual, clean, and...
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Isadora, but you can call me Isa (or Dora). I'm 29 years old and originally from Brazil. I grew up surrounded by a loving extended family, which shaped my passion for family relationships, parenting, and education. From a young age, I enjoyed caring for others, and that nurturing spirit has been a constant in my...
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have 5 years of experience providing child care and transportation, including working with special needs children. I am CPR and First Aid certified, reliable, patient, and safety-focused. I take pride in offering attentive, compassionate care and supporting families with responsibility and respect.
Carpooling
light cleaning
Hello my Elsa, I have been working with special needs kids for over 14 years and it has been amazing I have learned to communicate with them through games and activities, Over the years I have worked with wonderful families to help them with their little ones with warmth and structure combined to maintain a balanced, happy home....
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
Hi! I have been working with special needs children for 8 years. I am a currently a school psychologist who loves crafting activities. I also serve at my church's nursery.
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm Yosari, a special-needs caregiver and Behavior Tech/Paraeducator with experience supporting children with developmental, physical, and behavioral needs. I love working with kids because helping them grow, feel understood, and gain confidence is truly rewarding. I'm skilled in special-needs care, daily living support,...
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Stephanie, and I bring over 6 years of experience in childcare and family assistance, including working closely with children who have special needs. I hold a Bachelor's degree in K-12 Special Education and am CPR/First Aid certified, so families can feel confident their kids are safe in my care.
I love...
Hello there!
I'm a creative and energetic Special Education teacher from Miami, FL who just moved to the Bay Area. I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Exceptional Student Education from Broward College in May 2023. I am passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Most of my...
Hi - My name is Michely but you can call me Chelly and I'm currently a work as caregiver. I am offering child care, senior care, and household services. I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids (including twins!) since I was 15 years old. My responsibilities have included driving...
I've worked in an early childcare setting for the 8+ years; first at the JCC in Palo Alto, and then at the Childrens Center of the Stanford Community. I have taken over (18) units of early childhood education college courses. In addition to my formal experience, I've provided childcare services for children as young as 3 months...
Dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
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I have several years of experience providing compassionate care for seniors and individuals with special needs. I'm patient, dependable, and genuinely enjoy helping others feel comfortable and supported in their daily routines. Whether it's preparing meals, assisting with personal care, offering companionship, or helping with...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am experience and caring CNA, with good knowledge and understanding of development factors specific to adult and geriatric resident also experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, dementia, diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer's decease and developmentally disabled patients.
Mary C. says "He cares and he knows what he's doing."
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- $40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am an amazing nanny who is looking for a family to partner with in care of their children. I am loving, energetic, imaginative, reliable and very punctual. I am a mother myself. I have experience with ages 8 wks-15 yrs and a lot of twin experience and special needs. I Fill our days with activities, park outings, walks,...
Christopher P. says "Megan responded promptly to our request for a caregiver to help me take care of our 4 mo old twins while my wife attended a work retreat. Megan...
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have considerable experience working with special needs children including those with Asperger's, ADD, ADHD Bipolar and Kabuki Syndrome and signed NDA'S.
Employing special exercises and a specialized diet, social behaviors and skills dramatically improved with those children. The children began enjoying life more...
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- $35/hr
4 years experience
I am very experienced in caring for seniors with Alzheimer's, adult's with Multiple Sclerosis, and diabetic children. I love children and seniors so being able to care for them is very rewarding for me.
Darcie F. says "Sherry H. helped take care of my partner while she was dying from Lung Cancer. From driving her to appointments, to bathing her, to just being there for...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Art Therapist, Certified Mindful Schools Instructor, and SEL (social and emotional learning) educator.
I love kids of all ages, being creative, being outdoors!
I have experience working with children and teens with special needs including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and...
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- $19/hr
Dementia
transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
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Hello,
My name is Rebekah A and I would like to expand my services of child care to senior care. Although I only have experience with my own family (besides occasional volunteer work at Lytton Gardens reading to seniors),
I have many years of experience with special needs care. This includes bathing, administering medication,...
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
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My name is Austin.
I began working as a caregiver while working at a day program for geriatric clients with special needs, where I stayed for about four years.
I now focus solely on providing one-on-one care for aging clients.
In my spare time, I am pursuing an education in nursing, I also enjoy listening to audiobooks,...
Errands
live-in home care
transportation
meal prep
Hi, I like to work with people, and I have experience doing it, I am psychologist and I have been working with kids with special needs around 10 years. I'm from Nicaragua, so I speak Spanish and English (and Case you want to learn Spanish) I am very friends and I like to communicate, and help people because I think one day I...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $26.91/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in San Mateo, CA
Special Needs Caregivers in San Mateo, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Harry C.
He cares and he knows what he's doing.
- Mary C.
Megan S.
Megan responded promptly to our request for a caregiver to help me take care of our 4 mo old twins while my wife attended a work retreat....
- Christopher P.
Sherry H.
Sherry H. helped take care of my partner while she was dying from Lung Cancer. From driving her to appointments, to bathing her, to just...
- Darcie F.
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