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Lauren L.

San Rafael, CA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
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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Nanny, Homeschool Teacher, Special Needs Aid, Tutor

San Rafael, CA

5.0(0)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I have 13 years of experience working with children, infants - 8 years. I recently moved back to San Rafael from Hawaii. I worked as a homeschool teacher in Marin for a group of kindergarteners during Covid and in Hawaii ran an arts and nature-based camp. Before this I was a Montessori teacher. I have taken courses...
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Special Needs Assistant

San Rafael, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am Mrs Marie, a responsible 33 yrs old caregiver. I am available for Part time or full time It would be perfect to visit my family in Jacksonville after working for your family. Education I have a Bachelor's in Community Health -I am studying at CF for my B. S Nursing and then Phd in PT -I am open to over night stay...
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Special Needs/Professional Mother's Helper/ Life Support

San Rafael, CA

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$36/hr
10 years experience
-20+years with ASD, special needs, and behaviorally challenged youth ABA certified - Diagnosis, treatment, case management and creation of IEP - Dog and cat "whisperer" - Behavioral/ attachment/ early education consultation - Love to clean, cook, garden, organize, plan, tutor, mentor, and listen - Life coaching - Positive,...
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Hello

San Rafael, CA

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$40/hr
4 years experience
My name is Camila, I have a phenomenal experience with children & adults special needs. I am very patient and gentle person. I have great references. I would love to work for you.
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Caregiver

San Rafael, CA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I have worked for a company called In Home Support Services (IHSS) for 8 years. Now I want to work on my own. So I have experience working with kids with special needs and older people ass well. When I worked with them I will make them breakfast, give them there medicines, give them bath if they need it and could not do it...
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San Rafael, CA

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$20/hr
I am from Guatemala I have 5 years of experience whit syndrome down children, I am a college student want to be come a nurse , I won't dessapoint you . have CPR first aid training.
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Childcare And Elder care (previous Nurse With Knowledge In Pediatrics And Geriatrics).

San Rafael, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
As a very experienced provider of care for all ages I can offer outstanding local references and I will go the extra mile. Part-time or full-time work is welcome. Educated, kind, conscientious, organized, reliable and trustworthy. Nurse Recognition Award (Bloodborn Pathogens) . Alpha Gamma Sigma and Psy Phi member.
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Allan C.'s Photo

San Rafael, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Have experience in special needs kids, able to drive to activities, help kids in homework, help in Laundry, light house work and meal preps, able to extend into evenings when necessary, help in meds pre, when dealing with discipline I set a few specific rules for example "no hitting","wash your hands after using the bathroom"....
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San Rafael, CA

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$32/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
Hello Families, My name is Irene. I'm pursing a career in nursing . I have been nannying/babysitting/house assistant for over 8 years now . My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. Ive also lead an academic pod during Covid . I find such joy in being a positive mentor In a child's life....
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Career Nanny Of 10 Years, Looking For A Full-Time Job

San Rafael, CA

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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a professional caregiver, very patient, dedicated, and I have a flexible schedule. I am an on-call nanny/doula in San Francisco Bay Area, I have worked for more than 600 families. - + 20 years of Professional Childcare Newborn, Infant, Toddler & Children Experience - + 10 years of Professional Personal Assistant - + 3...
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Nanny/Babysitter

San Rafael, CA

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
Hello! In 2018, I graduated from San Francisco State as a student-athlete with my major in Comm. Disorders (speech pathology/special education). I have now been accepted into graduate school to completely my M. S. in Speech Pathology. To talk about my childcare experience: I grew up babysitting, nannying, and taking care of...
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San Rafael, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I have 5 years of experience working with kids and for the last 3 years I was a respite care worker for kids with special needs and recently graduated from nursing school. I have a lot of experience working in homes and working with multiple children at once. I feel as though I'm being called to continue my work with children...
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Caregiver

San Rafael, CA

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$45/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
errands
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have a great experience in hospice care, with special needs and senior. I am a professional personal assistant and I have amazing references.
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Greenbrae, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Melissa. I am a career nanny and family assistant with 26 years of professional childcare experience that occurred over the age of 18. I have experience caring for children ages newborn - teens, including infant/adolescent multiples, and children with special needs and food allergies. I am currently available...

Nicholas E. says "Melissa is incredible!! I hired her for a unique situation (a wedding i was in at a remote location, with the wedding party and all kids spending the...

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Rubi E.'s Photo

Novato, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello families! I am a mother of 3 who understands the important role that a parent/role model plays in a childs life. I have learned how to create a safe yet educational environment for children of all ages. I strive to make a meaningful impact in the childrens lives that I am blessed to work with. My professional...

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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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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Novato, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Maria. I am a licensed nurse and Marin County resident with over 20 years of experience providing compassionate care in skilled nursing facilities as a medication technician, nurse assistant, and nurse. I currently work as a school nurse since August 2025, where I care for middle school students and support...
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Richmond, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
For the past 10 years, I've found immense joy in nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. I'm a patient, creative, and formal caregiver. I'm comfortable caring for up to 3 children of all ages. I communicate regularly with parents via text or phone call, always respecting their preferred method....
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San Pablo, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Dedicated caregiver with 12+ yrs supporting children, adolescents, & elders with special needs, mental health and substance abuse. Skilled in crisis intervention, mental health, daily living & specialized care. Patient, reliable, and trusted by families
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  • The average posted rate is $28.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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