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162 special needs caregivers are listed in San Francisco, CA

The average rate is $25/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in San Francisco, CA

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Stephanie A.


San Francisco, CA

$10-20/hr

Special Needs Care Giver

5.0

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I have been volunteering with special needs children for 5 years now. I helped organized the program Buddy Basketball, which is a one on one basketball program for special needs children of all ages. I have also opened a special needs division of the global organization Destination Imagination, which works to build creativity,...
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David E.


San Francisco, CA

$21-26/hr4 yrs exp

SF Local With CNA Experience / Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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I recently moved back to San Francisco from Kauai. On the island I worked as an arborist and before that I was a licensed CNA and yoga practitioner in San Francisco. I'm fairly well traveled and well read. Patients, humility and altruism are qualities I strive to cultivate. Since Returning I have aspired to be more of service in...

Recent review:

5.0
David is an exceptional professional, the only one I trust with my home and loved ones. His care for special needs and elderly individuals is heartwarming. A rare gem in his field, his honesty, reliability, and...

Reviewed by Alexandra S.

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Cesia A.


San Francisco, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experiences Caregiver Seeking Part-time Position

5.0

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I have 15+ years of caregiver experience. I was caregiver for people with Spinal Cord Injuries and different types of mobility challenges for many years. In the last 7 years I have been the primary caregiver of a marvelous 10-years-old boy with special needs. Since he now is on a program and therapies after school most of the...

Recent review:

5.0
Cesia is reliable, kind, and careful. She is professional, and a quick learner. I would hire her back anytime!

Reviewed by Nicole B.

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Allison L.


San Francisco, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Educator Available

5.0

(1)

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I started babysitting when I was 15 years old and you can say I never really stopped. I have been teaching and tutoring for the past 7 years working with ages ranging from 5 months all the way through 18 years. I have experience working with special needs as well as gifted and talented children. I am also CPR and first aid...
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Naji J.


San Francisco, CA

$15-45/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver And Assistant

5.0

(1)

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I have experience working with clients of all ages who have ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Behavior challenges, Developmentally challenges, Injured, Disabilities, Visual and Physical impaired. With over 5 year of direct concierge, customer service experience in an office, home office and private home setting. Additionally, I'm honest, self...

Recent review:

5.0
Naji was such a pleasure to work with! She was always ready to help with extra tasks, had a great attitude, and was extremely communicative. I hope to work with her again and am sure whoever hires her will feel...

Reviewed by Kelly B.

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Liliana E.


San Francisco, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

San Fransisco Full Time Nanny

5.0

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I have my degree in elementary education and special education and have 10+ years of experience Nannying/Babysitting and 8 years of experience as a swim instructor and life guard. I just moved to San Fransisco in August. I enjoy exploring nature, roller skating, art, and am always looking to learn new things :)
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Barbara S.


San Francisco, CA

$30-40/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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Back in Brazil I was a Biology teacher and had my first contacts with special needs kids which helped me to get prepared to work as a real caregiver here in the US. I was an Aupair in New York of a 13 years old boy diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome. I helped him throughout the day with change of diapers, meal prep (keto diet),...
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Anthony A.


San Francisco, CA

$18-40/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced And Loving Care-Taker

5.0

(1)

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Hi! My name is Anthony I have worked as a teacher for Pre-K/Kinder age children and for special education for grades K-3. I define a good nanny or caretaker as someone who is flexible, reliable, compassionate, understanding, patient, and creative. Bringing these qualities into my work is something that I am incredibly proud to...
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Frampton A.


San Francisco, CA

$35-50/hr4 yrs exp

I'll Take Care!

5.0

(2)

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Graduation - Social Communication Master Degrees: Digital Marketing Strategic Sales MASTER DEGREE IN ABA - ( in course). Certified Expertise - Professional Care Giver. - ABA - Applied Behavior Analyst - Psycho-pedagogy of Autism. - Instructions and Tips about Autism to parents and Educators. - Psyco-Nursery. - Disability...
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Annie W.


San Francisco, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi, im Annie. I have worked with children with special needs for 25 years. I love children. I am 45-year-old , Very respectful, , trustworthy, honest, kind, , dependable, energetic , down to earth & outgoing. I love to make ppl laugh and feel special. I live in Pac Heights and only work in tje city.

Recent reviews:

5.0
I am a Single dad ,with a 4 year old special needs daughter.she loves when Annie comes over for date nights/ weekend help. So happy we connected so well with Annie!

Reviewed by Andrew H.

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Kelly S.


San Francisco, CA

$40-50/hr9 yrs exp

Looking For Nanny/Tutor/Family Assistant Position

5.0

(2)

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Hi there! I have a Master of Science degree in Education and a license in School Psychology. Although I would not be serving in a school psychologist role, I have a lot of experience with evidence-based practices and interventions in academic, behavior, and social-emotional domains. Likewise, I have experience working with...

Recent reviews:

5.0
She’s professional, reliable, conscientious, and has been very helpful in providing my daughter with stability, kindness, and understanding.

Reviewed by Care member

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Annie W.


San Francisco, CA

$32-40/hr10 yrs exp

Educated Child/youth Worker/special Needs Children .

5.0

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Annie, 46, Educated & trained in early childhood development /special needs. CPR. Worked with children aged 0 to 8 in preschool-nursery school/ kindergarten in Norway before I moved to the US in 2004. I am positive, kind, caring, dependable, honest, outgoing, trustworthy, respectful, down to earth , easy going , energetic with a...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My husband and I cannot think of enough amazing things to say about Annie. She has been working with our family full time for a year, nurturing our 5 month old into a blossoming 16 month old. She came to us...

Reviewed by Rachel B.

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Sirirat K.


San Francisco, CA

$32-37/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Like To Create Activities

5.0

(3)

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Hello Family, With over a decade in the field of childcare and teaching, I am well versed in cognitive and motor function training techniques, and have the ability to create nutritious meals that meet a variety of different dietary restrictions. With my bright and kind personality, I am able to connect quickly with children,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We hired Sirriat to watch our one-year old daughter for a weekend date night. She was punctual, friendly, responsible, easy to work with and took great care of our daughter. Recommended.

Reviewed by Care member

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Gloria M.


San Francisco, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

A Positive Light For You Family!

5.0

(1)

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Hi there! My name Gloria and I am currently living in San Francisco, CA. I graduated from SF State back in May 2016, and since then have been working with children of all ages. I have worked for a variety of companies and families, where I gained much experience with children of all ages and learned how to handle children who...

Recent review:

5.0
Gloria is a very dedicated and thoughtful, caring and mature intelligent young lady. She works hard and is very creative and artistically talented. She is also very independent!

Reviewed by Hortencia S.

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Monica A.


San Francisco, CA

$35-45/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Available

5.0

(2)

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Hi! My name is Monica and I am looking forward to seeing if I'm a good fit for your family :) I studied Communication and Leadership Development at San Diego State University, and have over 8 years of experience in childcare. I am looking to pivot out of my current industry (retail management) and pursue child care and house...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Monica watched our 3 year old daughter and 1 year old son for a few months at the beginning of quarantine and we could not have been happier with her. She did a wonderful job of keeping both kids happy and...

Reviewed by Kevin M.

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Meg L.


San Francisco, CA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Professional Looking For Evening And Weekend Work

5.0

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I am an RN, I recently moved from out of state and am waiting on my CA license to be approved to begin work as an RN. I have extensive experience caring for children and adults with special needs. I enjoy being active and doing outside and educational activities. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have 10+ years of experience...

Recent review:

5.0
Meg is a wonderful caregiver. She is very dependable, friendly and responsible! We loved having her help us!

Reviewed by Karen B.

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Allison L.


San Francisco, CA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available For Summer Hire!

4.5

(4)

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Hello there parents of Care. com I am an experienced counselor, teacher and tutor, with a specialty in working with children with special needs. I have been working with children of all ages in a professional capacity since 2006. I started babysitting at the age of 14 and have never really stopped working with children, I have...

Recent review:

4.0
Allison was great! We just moved to the area and she was extremely dependable we have a 10 month old daughter .and she seemed to have loved Allison. We arrived home after About 5 hours with the baby snuggled up...

Reviewed by Amber D.

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Elizabeth H.


San Francisco, CA

$21-26/hr7 yrs exp

San Francisco Babysitter

5.0

(4)

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Hi! My name is Liz and I'm 22 years old. I have been babysitting and working with kids for 7 years now and I have always loved it! I have worked with kids in different types of settings, like overnight summer camps, day sports camps, casual babysitting, and special needs centers! I have my own transportation and I am also CPR...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Liz was great with my daughters. Polite and responsible. Great babysitter!

Reviewed by Care member

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Jocelin O.


San Francisco, CA

$28/hr6 yrs exp

Helpful And Fun Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hi Everyone ! Let tell you a little bit about myself. My name is Jocelin you can call me Joc or Jocey if you preferred. I'm a young woman who loves children. I have always been around kids my whole life considering how big my family is. I have cared for lots of little ones. I have also cared for my little sister who has...

Recent review:

5.0
Jocelin worked with our family as an after school sitter, and she was wonderful - on time, responsible, helpful around the house, and so warm and supportive of our children. She also drives, and helped with...

Reviewed by Tina P.

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Leila O.


San Francisco, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With Great References

5.0

(1)

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Hello dear family! I am looking for a part-time position. I have total of 10+ years of experience with children from 3 weeks old to older children. Also, I have experience with special needs. I am CPR, First Aid trained, TB negative and also I got the flu shot. I enjoy cooking healthy meals for children and my favorite...

Recent review:

5.0
Leila was one of the best, more reliable, approachable, fun caregivers I had for my 2 girls. She managed my baby girl and her older sister (2 years) just wonderfully, showed up on time and even attended out of...

Reviewed by Sonia J.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Francisco, CA

David E.

5.0

David is an exceptional professional, the only one I trust with my home and loved ones. His care for special needs and elderly individuals is heartwarming. A rare gem in his field, his honesty, reliability, and unwavering positive attitude make him invaluable. He effortlessly spreads happiness,...

- Alexandra S.

Cesia A.

5.0

Cesia is reliable, kind, and careful. She is professional, and a quick learner. I would hire her back anytime!

- Nicole B.

Naji J.

5.0

Naji was such a pleasure to work with! She was always ready to help with extra tasks, had a great attitude, and was extremely communicative. I hope to work with her again and am sure whoever hires her will feel the same way I do! Thanks for everything, Naji!

- Kelly B.

Annie W.

5.0

I am a Single dad ,with a 4 year old special needs daughter.she loves when Annie comes over for date nights/ weekend help. So happy we connected so well with Annie!

- Andrew H.

Kelly S.

5.0

She’s professional, reliable, conscientious, and has been very helpful in providing my daughter with stability, kindness, and understanding.

- Care member

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Ratings for San Francisco, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 111 reviews of the 162 listed special needs caregivers.