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Sandra V.

Flexible And Experienced Caregiver With Professional References.

Rohnert Park, CA

5.0(0)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Sandra, and I have experience working with individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. I've worked as a CNA specifically with disabled individuals and have a specialty in Autism care. I understand the importance of meeting clients where they are, providing patience, support, and care that aligns...
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Napa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a professional caregiver, providing care/assistance for seniors, children, middle age students and special need children in M. County for six and a half years. I moved to Napa and seeking employment. I have CCA, TB, CPR/First Aid certificates, as well as a driving record and insured vehicle. I love my career and being...

Marvin P. says "She is caring, knowledgeable and competent. Being a grandmother, she tends to act like one with children. I would highly recommend her."

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Full Time Care Giver

American Canyon, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
18 years in care giving, around the bay area. Work privately and under agencies. work in veterans hospital (Menlo Park) Kaiser Hospital in San Francisco, Cogir Retirement Facilities (Rohnert Park & Manteca) and private homes from San Francisco to Sonoma, Solano and Sacramento. Experienced Work With Patients:Both , Man also...
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Professional Full/Part Time Nanny, Family Assistant, Caregiver, House Keeper Available Now.

Novato, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
travel
I am a mature woman who love kids. I am fun to be with; I am dependable, honest and flexible. I have worked with families taking care of of kids all ages in Marin County for over 10 years. I also have a few caregiving/elderly care/special needs. I live in San Marin, Novato. I have a clean CDL with reliable transport. I am CPR...

Althea W. says "Mada is a skilled, experienced, thoughtful caregiver. She took care of my 9-month-old son over several weeks. Mada came to my home prepared to bond and...

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sitter Available

Vallejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$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

Rohnert Park, 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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Napa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
For over 10 years, I've found immense joy in nurturing children and supporting families. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact young lives, offering parents a dependable childcare solution. I'm known for my patient, calm, creative, and friendly nature. I prioritize open communication with...

Michelle G. says "Courtney is a very kind person an amazing mother and very dependable and is a great caregiver and housekeeper babysitter."

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Jhara

Santa Rosa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
I love the field of caregiving very much, Taking care of individuals who can no longer care for themselves is something that is very important to me. I treat my clients like family. I started working in small facility (care home) then I move to a big facility as a caregiver at Brookdale chanate. I become med-tech after they gave...

Willie T. says "Great caregiver ,great communicator and very dependable"

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Novato, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 18 years in the field, I'm passionate about fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and positively impact their lives. My patient and calm...

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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Santa Rosa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have a 17-year-old special needs daughter who has a little of everything. She is speech delayed and also suffers from silent seizures with which she is taking medication for. This experience has taught me a lot about caring for special needs. I also do Senior care for the last 8 yrs and I am well versed with the knowledge &...

Lois D. says "Amazing, understanding, motivated, willing to learn our methods of care, very helpful. So excited to work with Wise. His family is a gift to our family."

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Santa Rosa, CA

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$28/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Fiona, and I'm currently in the final 8 months of my Master's program, working toward a career in behavioral analysis and early childhood intervention. I'm looking for part-time employment while I study and prepare to sit for my board exam, with graduation coming up in Spring 2026--yay! I began working with...
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Full-Time, Loving Nanny Or Babysitter Available

Vallejo, CA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Heather. I have experience working with adults as well as children with special needs. I was a caregiver for almost a year helping out adults with different needs as far as learning, social skills, food prepping, and medication scheduling. I left that job to help take care/raise my younger brother who was diagnosed...
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Novato, CA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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Fun And Surprising Sitter

San Rafael, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
Hello all , I am a 27-year-old who is looking to add more families to my babysitting list. I have experience with kids who have special needs and disabilities. I have worked with kids who are deaf, mute, autistic, etc. I very reliable, patient, caring, understanding and I always try to go above and beyond to do the best that I...
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Mom Of 2, CNA, Special Needs Experience, Play & Learn With Me!

Santa Rosa, CA

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$18/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Thank you for taking the time to read my bio! Hi! I'm Kaya, originally from Alameda, CA, now in Santa Rosa. I'm a mom of two boys (2 and 5) and caring for children has always been a big part of my life. I've even used Care. com as a parent, so I understand how important trust and reliability are. I have hands-on experience with...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families 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
Respite care
errands
meal prep
hospice services
dementia
+ 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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Nanny/Babysitter

Santa Rosa, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Haley and I've been a babysitter as well as swim instructor for the last 5 years. Additionally, I taught a P. E second grade P. E class for one school year. I recently graduated from UC Santa Barbara with a degree in Communication and am now back home in Santa Rosa. I absolutely love working with children and...
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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

Novato, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
errands
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
+ 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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.17/hr as of March 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Sonoma, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Sonoma, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Linda G.

She is caring, knowledgeable and competent. Being a grandmother, she tends to act like one with children. I would highly recommend her.

- Marvin P.

Madalitso M.

Mada is a skilled, experienced, thoughtful caregiver. She took care of my 9-month-old son over several weeks. Mada came to my home prepared...

- Althea W.

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.

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