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Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired Occupational Therapist who loves working with children. I have worked with children ages 3-17 with academic and emotional challenges in the Napa and El Dorado County School Districts. I am currently working as a tutor and babysitter primarily in the afternoons and evenings.

Janeanne R. says "Ann tutored a client of ours with a traumatic brain injury on a weekly basis. She had patience and taught with respect and understanding."

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Very Caring Caregiver

Santa Rosa, CA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have extensive nanny experience and experience with elderly people with physical and mental limitations. I am very trainable, but not suitable for jobs requiring therapy training.
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Villager

Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Career Nanny and former Daycare Owner with 10 years of childcare experience. Hi, a professional nanny with 10 plus years paid experience, each child taught me something new and each job gave me a new family .. and that's priceless .. there's no such thing as learning too much or having too much family....

Care Member says "Sylvia is great! We had her watch our two young daughters for a full day and she did an amazing job keeping the engaged with a variety of activities....

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Novato, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
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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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Nanny, Homeschool Teacher, Special Needs Aid, Tutor

San Rafael, CA

5.0(0)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 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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American Canyon, CA

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$35/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Hello there, I am a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with over a decade of professional experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. I'm passionate about fostering each child's growth and development in a safe, engaging, and loving environment where they can bond, learn, and...
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Nanny/Babysitter

San Rafael, CA

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
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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Novato, CA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi my name is Charli and I have over 5 years of experience working at a summer camp and babysitting large families with children 7 months to 9 years. I have also been watching my little cousins since birth. I am organized, and a multitasker, and I love working with kids and seeing them explore, and watching them find things on...
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Baby/Infant Care Provider - Think Your In-town Help For A Break/date Night/nap!

San Rafael, CA

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$35/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, compassionate & patient. I like working with kids because I have raised two kids of my own. I love helping new moms learn self care and help all kids/babies feel safe & loved. I'm looking for 3-5 hour shifts where I can walk, hold/rock a baby, organize, clean up, etc. l can walk with a...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
I've been a childcare provider for over a decade, and I've cared for children of all ages. My passion for fostering their growth and development has led me to pursue coursework in Early Child Development. My calm and patient personality allows me to create a safe and caring environment. I believe in open communication with...
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Novato, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
dementia
respite care
+ 1 more
With more than a decade of experience in providing compassionate and reliable care, I specialize in supporting individuals of all ages with their daily living needs. My expertise spans elder care, special needs assistance, and chronic illness management, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. I am committed to enhancing the...
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Live-In Or Live-Out Senior Caregiver Available (Trust-Line Certified)

Vallejo, CA

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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
live-in home care
dementia
transportation
+ 1 more
With 20+ years of paid experience in senior live-in home care and 20+ years in senior care, my strengths include: companionship, transportation to appointments, running errands, tending to dietary and special needs, bathing, light housekeeping and more. My experience includes seniors with Alzheimer's, dementia, stroke, diabetes,...
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Dedicated caregiver with a heart for supporting individuals with disabilities. Committed to providing compassionate, respectful, and empowering care every day.
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$30/hr
Hey there! I'm from Brazil, and I've been in the US since 2022. I worked as a pastry chef for a while and I've been offering my caregiver services since 2023. I started working only with kids and since mid 2025 I've been also working with elders, people recovering from accidents/surgeries and people with autism. I'm always...
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Intuitive Caregiving

Rohnert Park, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 3 years of paid caregiving experience with those with special needs and also dementia. I will get to know each person and take each day as a new learning experience to grow into a better caregiver. I thoroughly enjoy being of assistance to others while also giving them the independence and respect that they deserve....
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
I would describe my personality as kind, patient, and willing to learn. I am currently studying to be an elementary school teacher, so working with children would be very fulfilling for me. I love talking with children and getting to know their personalities. I'm looking for a job that is relatively flexible given that I'm...
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Strong, Kind, Caring

San Anselmo, CA

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$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Hi! My name is Joey. I am 34 years old and taking the year off from my "traditional" work and going back to school to get my MBA. My Masters program is online and therefore I have time to help others! I am a certified personal trainer, certified yoga instructor, as well as a Reiki Master. I have reliable transportation. I work...
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Part Time Patient, Loving Care Giver

Vallejo, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have a 19-year-old son on the spectrum. Raising him has been a blessing. We have been through many many special needs program along with physical and speech therapies. My younger son has auditory processing issues. I fee I am a veteran to to special needs arena. I was the daycare in Benicia that would welcome special needs...
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Full Time Caregiver

Napa, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Savannah . I am 28-year-old I graduated from Oregon state University studying human Development and family sciences (HDFS). I live in Lakewood, CO and am looking for a nanny position while I am finishing my masters degree in social work! I have been babysitting since the age of 12, so I have a lot of practice...
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have over 25 years experience in both the public and private sectors caring for individuals of various ages, including twins, & special needs, but I am brand new to this site as of 04/16/26 so I apologize for having so little listed here. I take pride in strong communication skills, patience, & a friendly presence. By trade, I...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of November 2026

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Special Needs Caregivers in Sonoma, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Ann A.

Ann tutored a client of ours with a traumatic brain injury on a weekly basis. She had patience and taught with respect and understanding.

- Janeanne R.

Sylvia B.

Sylvia is great! We had her watch our two young daughters for a full day and she did an amazing job keeping the engaged with a variety of...

- Care member

Rubi E.

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...

- Lauren A.

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