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Citlally G.'s Photo

Santa Clara, CA

4.4(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
For me, childcare isn't just a job; it's a passion. With eight years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I bring patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor to every interaction. My background includes a college degree and specialized experience with special needs children. I'm also...

Care Member says "Lolly was respectful of our home , helped us with cooking for the kids and played with them a lot. Will book her again for date nights "

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Farida L.'s Photo

Santa Clara, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, This is Farida Litao, CNA/Caregiver. I just wondering if you want to consider me to provide care for your loved one? I'm working as Caregiver/CNA for 10 years now, well experience, compassionate, trustworthy and hardworking person. If you are interested, I would love to meet you and your family. Thank you so much...
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Santa Clara, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Basil, I am 24 years old and have a Degree in Medical Assisting, as well as numerous years of experience through family with special needs. I am trained in a few conditions, including ASD, ADHD, Diabetes, Seizure disorders, limited mobility and mobility aids, POTS, and intellectual disabilities. On a more...
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Hi

Santa Clara, CA

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$19/hr
Hi I am currently working as a part time caregiver, all around and trying to maximize my day. I know how to take care of a child because a sibling with 4. Just message me and we can set up an interview thank you.
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Elizabeth P.'s Photo

Santa Clara, CA

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$25/hr
I have experienced with special needs kids and adults, I'm currently with a family Monday through Friday and looking for additional work .
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Cleberson S.'s Photo

Santa Clara, CA

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$37/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I have 4+ years of experience. I can help with transportation, services and personal care. Support patients with difficulties completing basic tasks, like people with disabilities, the elderly or patients suffering from mental disorders. My main duties include administering medications, helping patients complete...
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Jennifer J.'s Photo

Santa Clara, CA

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 11 years of hands-on experience working with children as a babysitter, nanny, family assistant, and house manager. I've cared for all ages from toddlers through teens, including twins, large sibling groups, blended familes, and special needs children and teens. I'm passionate about supporting kids at every stage of...
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Faith J.'s Photo

Santa Clara, CA

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$34/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Faith, an experienced caregiver with a passion for supporting children's growth and well-being. I began my journey working with a family of two special needs children (ages 8 and 11), one with autism spectrum disorder and the other with severe anxiety; with whom I worked for 3 years and loved every minute. I later...
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Paula O.'s Photo

Child Care

Santa Clara, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
Hello! I am a child care provider with 8 years of experience working with children as well as taking care on my own sons. I also have experience working as a respite and care provider for kids with special needs. Recently, I was working as a 3-4-year-old preschool teacher but chose to stay home with my son. I am looking for...
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Sarah A.'s Photo

Santa Clara, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Sarah and I have been babysitting/nannying for about 10 years. I have taken care of kids ranging from 0 weeks to 14 years old, including twins and children with special needs. I have a lot of patience and compassion when it comes to caring for children and I feel very comfortable doing so. I enjoy engaging...
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Experienced & Dependable Weekend Babysitter

Santa Clara, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Elizabeth, and I've been caring for children for over 7 years. From ages 13-20, I babysat the same family with three children (ages 18 months to 9 years), including one child with special needs. Building that long-term relationship taught me patience, consistency, and how to create a safe, fun environment. I also tutored...
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Natalie M.'s Photo

Santa Clara, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
From the most troublesome of twos to moody teenagers or even the best of angels, I love to work with children and have worked with all ages. My mom worked in childcare and I loved watching and helping her out as much as she'd let me. I have babysat and taken care of various ages always under mine since I was 8 years old, and...
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Santa Clara, CA

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$23/hr
Hello parents !!! my name is Katheryne but every people call me Kate, I'm 31 years old, my main language is Spanish, my second one English. I consider myself a person loving, patient, active person and responsible. I have 4 years of experience taking care of children (infants, toddlers), I am IQ certified, I am CPR certified, I...
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Prorseut P.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I am currently a preschool teacher on break and is searching for part time work. I currently hold a degree in Early Childhood with an emphasis on special needs. I also currently hold a Child Development Site Supervisor Permit with California Teacher Credentials.

Sokha P. says "Prorseut is very kind, patient, loyalty, trustful and work well with kids. She is very punctual and can be very liable. She is very fun to work with. "

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Julio S.'s Photo

Full/part-time Caregiver Available!

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Greetings; I am a student at San Jose State and my background is in Psychology (major), and English Literature (minor). I have worked in a hospital setting, as well as privately for families as a tutor and mentor, and as a physical therapist and companion with elderly patients. Whatever your particular care needs are, I am...

Jacqueline T. says "We hired Julio for a short-term visit to California for our young adult special needs son. I cannot recommend Julio enough. He was punctual,...

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Evangeline M.'s Photo

Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a kind, patient and a nurturing person, organized and energetic too. I have raised three sons. I have a passion for providing care for children because when we have a positive impact in the child's life it is most rewarding. I have worked with preschool children for 10 years and as well as with 5 and 6-year-old at a before...
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I AM A BABY AND INFANT SLEEP CARE SPECIALIST

San Jose, CA

5.0(0)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I care deeply about the health and well-being of infants and toddlers. Having dedicated over 20 years of my career to working with families in childcare has made me aware of the importance sleep has in the development of healthy children. Working with dozens of parents, I have found that one of the most difficult problems...
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Melissa P.'s Photo

Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
I am a hard working and energetic 34-year-old with tons of experience caring for children. Including children with special needs. I have worked in a pediatric hospital and nannied for families while I was in my child development classes for college. I have worked with 4 families in the last 3 yrs with a mix of ages 3 months to...

Darren F. says "Melissa was great. She came through for our family when we were in a bind. Our need for child care was unique and at an awkward time (before school one...

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Meigs C.'s Photo

Direct Support Professional, Caregiver

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I used to work at Norcal Carehomes in San Mateo 2010-2012. I work with people with developmental disabilities like Autism, Hearing Impaired, Mobility challenges, Cognitive disabilities for young and adults clients. I used to dropped them off at Day Program, take them to outings and events, shopping, walking, recreational parks...

Danny J. says "I have been quadriplegic for 27 plus years and have had many caregivers to help with personal care and Meigs is the best caregiver I've ever had! She is...

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Jennifer L.'s Photo

Special Needs Consultant/Educator/Teacher

Cupertino, CA

4.6(1)
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$65/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I enjoy providing parent support to children and young adults with Autism and other developmental delays by helping them become more independent. I will work on simple, yet essential routines- refining their fine motor skills, sensory issues, academic and social skills and more. By providing these services-it give parents a...

Care Member says "Jennifer did a great motivating my special needs son play basketball, do yoga and work on art projects. "

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of September 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Santa Clara, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Santa Clara, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Citlally G.

Lolly was respectful of our home , helped us with cooking for the kids and played with them a lot. Will book her again for date nights

- Care member

Prorseut P.

Prorseut is very kind, patient, loyalty, trustful and work well with kids. She is very punctual and can be very liable. She is very fun to...

- Sokha P.

Julio S.

We hired Julio for a short-term visit to California for our young adult special needs son. I cannot recommend Julio enough. He was punctual,...

- Jacqueline T.

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