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194 special needs caregivers are listed in San Jose, CA

The average rate is $24/hr as of September 2023

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in San Jose, CA

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Angela W.


San Jose, CA

$20-25/hr

Special Needs-Sitter

5.0

(1)

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I have worked in childcare for 15 years. I nannied for a family for 4 years with a child on the spectrum.

Recent review:

5.0
Angela has been a nanny for our family (we have three children ages 10, 8 and 3) for over six years. We have just parted ways as my youngest is now going to school full-time. Angela is incredibly dependable and...

Reviewed by Mary K.

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Maria V.


San Jose, CA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

The Care You Need With A Bright Smile

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I consider myself as an energetic, positive and hard working gal with 2 years of paid experience as a caregiver for people between the ages 3-65. Fortunately, I worked for the Los Angeles Unified School District as a Special Education Substitute with children between the ages 3-17. However, I...

Recent review:

5.0
My family and I hired Maria to help us with school drop-offs in the morning and she has been nothing but amazing. Both of my boys immediately felt at ease with her and look forward to the days that she comes...

Reviewed by Janna T.

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Marivic M.


San Jose, CA

$30-45/hr

Direct Support Professional

5.0

(1)

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I have more than 20 years of caregiver experience, providing compassionate and professional care to Adults and Children who are developmentally disabled with medical condition and behavior (Level 4 E facility). I have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively, function...

Recent review:

5.0
Marevic helped me through a post transplant period. She is an outstanding caregiver. She is attentive, smart, kindhearted and goes beyond the call of duty. She is a person of unimpeachable integrity and...

Reviewed by Neil S.

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Jenifer M.


San Jose, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

I AM A BABY AND INFANT SLEEP CARE SPECIALIST

5.0

(1)

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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...
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Rodolfo G.


San Jose, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

4.2

(5)

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I began caregiving by assisting my brother-in-law after he began hospice care for his cancer diagnosis. When I came to the United States, I started working for a 73-year-old male with Spinocerebella Ataxia for 4 months. When he passed away, I decided to go to school and I took training to get my CNA...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Rudy has been working with us for two years now. He is always reliable and dependable. We appreciate his good nature and willingness to always be helpful.

Reviewed by Heidi G.

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Jessica N.


San Jose, CA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Paraprofessional/Individualized Learning Specialist

5.0

(2)

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I have worked with children with special needs from grades K- 12 for the last 12 years. During the last three summers I was a literacy and math instructor for the Extended School Year Program (ESY) focused on social/emotional skills, literacy, math, science and history. I have a wide variety of...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Jessica was an outstanding hire. Her years of experience and positive attitude were so helpful to our entire family. She always went above and beyond to fulfill her duties and ensure we were satisfied.

Reviewed by Michele J.

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Julio S.


San Jose, CA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Full/part-time Caregiver Available!

5.0

(1)

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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...

Recent review:

5.0
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, attentive, compassionate, capable and very willing to learn medical...

Reviewed by Jacqueline T.

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Tori P.


San Jose, CA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-Time Experienced Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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Hey there, and thanks for reading my bio! My name is Victoria (Tori) and I am available for part-time or full-time work as a caregiver/PCA. Here are some quick facts about me as a caregiver: - BA in Developmental and Counseling Psychology from Emmanuel College; graduated magna cum laude (2018) - CNA...

Recent review:

5.0
Tori worked full-time for over a year with our young adult daughter who uses a wheelchair and has some learning challenges. She is compassionate, dependable and motivated and is a dedicated, committed...

Reviewed by Joanne M.

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Abigail J.


San Jose, CA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I'm a 22-year-old woman whom loves kids currently a college student studying to be an elementary teacher. I want to experience and get more knowledge of how it is to be around kids. I am reliable, friendly and always fun I am as well a certified medical assistant. I am one 3 years experienced and...
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Griselda G.


San Jose, CA

$31/hr10 yrs exp

About Me

5.0

(5)

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Hello My name is Griselda, I am 38 yrs old. I am happily married. I have 2 kids, a 18-year-old girl and a 21-year-old boy and a lovely cat. I am vegetarian, I love nature and animals. I am a full time working nanny. I've worked with children of all ages from infants to pre teens. I have a lot of...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Griselda looked after our 1-year-old son very well. Our son loved her from day1 . She is very passionate about her work and always arrives on-time. She constantly talks, engages with our son, and reads books...

Reviewed by Ashwin P.

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Karolina E.


San Jose, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hello! My name is Karolina and I am a mom of 3 (3yo, 20mo and 6mo) who is looking for babysitting jobs. My 3yo is autistic so I am comfortable taking care of kids with special needs. Before having kids I was an au pair for a year and took care of twins for 2 years (up to 2020).

Recent reviews:

5.0
Nice, creative and open person. I felt sure leaving my kids with her

Reviewed by Olga P.

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Jimena A.


San Jose, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny And Home Caretaker With 17+ Years Of Experience Looking For A Full Time Position.

5.0

(1)

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I am a Nanny and Home-caretaker with 20+ years of experience. I have studied Early Child Development and Special Needs at UC Davis Extension and Mission College. I am also certified CPR/First Aid. I am currently taking care of 2 children for the past four years full time. I will be looking to help a...

Recent review:

5.0
Jimena is the best nanny we ever had (we had several when we lived on the east coast). She is very loving (she still sits for my girls and they love her!), organized, punctual (always early), Kept the house...

Reviewed by Kristin G.

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Marylyn R.


San Jose, CA

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

Very Responsable Babysitting

5.0

(9)

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Hi, I have experience with twins, new born, infants, toddlers and Early school. I have experience with special needs children. I have my First AID training and CPR Training. I took class Early Childhood Education (ECE). I have more then 10 years of experience, I am puntual, responsable, funny and I...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I have been working with Marylyn since my first born was 4-month old. Both of us feel incredibly grateful for Marylyn's help. Our baby was very taken with her from the beginning. Every morning when Marylyn...

Reviewed by Ian B.

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Savannah M.


San Jose, CA

$31/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have1yr of experience with 3 teenage special needs children along with 2yrs experience of nannying children ages 1-5. I have 3 references from parents. I also have done home care the past 3 years for elderly. Im covid vaccinated and willing to be CPR certified if needed. I have experience with...

Recent review:

5.0
We chatted a bit with Savannah and tried to set up an interview, but she had already found another family to work with at that time. We also did a reference check and it was totally clear that the family loved...

Reviewed by Autumn A.

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Thalita K.


San Jose, CA

$30-40/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(6)

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Hi dear parents, I have been babysitting over 7 years, and I have great experience with babies and toddlers. I am CPR trained and also have experience helping with special needs. I am a very outgoing person, proactive and always thinking beyond the way. I love what I do and I have a great...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Finding someone reliable and a perfect for for your family is almost impossible task in itself, but Thalita's incredible care for not only my son (3y), but also my friends son (22mo) during our full time nanny...

Reviewed by Danielle B.

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Emily S.


San Jose, CA

$41/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am a Paraeducator at an Elementary school working with children with special needs who has received an Associates in Social and Behavioral Sciences and a Bachelors in Communicative Disorders and Sciences. My whole life has been built around children with 2 years in working with children with...
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Selena O.


San Jose, CA

$57/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello! I have experience as a lead teacher in a child care facility where I cared for infants aged 6 weeks to 18 months. I am currently attending Mission College to receive my associates in Child Development. I have met the CDC preschool requirement, including infant and toddler safety. I also...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Selena is my master teacher. She is someone who is very down to earth and very helpful in every situation. She has an unconditional love for children you are able to see it in her work with children. She is...

Reviewed by Victoria M.

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Amber H.


San Jose, CA

$21-30/hr8 yrs exp

Amber Loves Children; Preschool Teacher In Training

3.0

(2)

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I am an Liberal Arts/ Education graduate from Dominican University and a graduate of Los Medians College in Pittsburg, California with an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and Liberal Arts. I have certification to work with children with special needs, infants and toddler, assistant...
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Valerie L.


San Jose, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

5.0

(5)

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I have 18 years experience caring for children of all ages (newborn-19.) I am experienced with special needs children including ADHD, Autism Spectrum, Asperger's, FAS, Cerebral Palsy, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, and severe food allergies. I am CPR and 1st Aid Certified, Registered with Trustline and...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Valerie is very dependable, and her ability to take care of things that come up allowed us to be stress free. She knows what to do without a lot of guidance and always tries to make things fun such as...

Reviewed by Josh C.

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Dominique S.


San Jose, CA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Who Loves Outdoor Activities And Crafts.

5.0

(1)

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Hey there! My name is Dominique, I have been doing child care for about 11 years now, for children anywhere from newborns to preteens. I am a CPR/First Aide/AED and EMT certified. I have my own vehicle, and am a non smoker. I love animals, outside play, reading, and arts and crafts. I am...

Recent review:

5.0
Dominique was our nanny from August 2018 until September 2022 for our 2 boys who are both special needs (ASD). She is very kind, patient, caring, and flexible. Both of the boys were nonverbal at the time and...

Reviewed by Danielle N.

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Mona N.


San Jose, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Family Assistant

5.0

(4)

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Also "date night" and occasional times available. I formerly had a home daycare license in Mountain View, CA for 5 years. I worked as an in-home nanny for 15+ years, Girl Scout and Cub Scout leader for 10+ years, preschool and Head Start ass't teacher 2 years. I love doing arts & crafts, silly...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Mona is the best! She has a wide variety of experience with children. She is responsible and reliable. Mona watched our son for many years from the time he was a baby until he was 5 years old. I always felt...

Reviewed by Elizabeth N.

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Alexandra M.


San Jose, CA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekday And Weeknight Jobs

4.3

(6)

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I have been a church youth group leader for 6 years. The ages of the children range between 4-12 years. I hosted activities and field trips for these children. Activities include games and exercises that help teach critical thinking skills, teamwork, and communication. I have been a Sunday school...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Very responsive to text and showed up early. In the words of my son: "her was nice." :)

Reviewed by Rachel M.

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Nicki L.


San Jose, CA

$25-52/hr10 yrs exp

Live, Laugh, Learn.

5.0

(1)

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I have been working/teaching children all my adult life. I am easy going friendly and have a great rapport with children. I believe education should be fun and that every experience can be a learning moment. I have taught special needs children as well as Sign language. I feel your child/children...

Recent review:

5.0
Nicki is a very honest and reliable person. She puts the needs and safety of the kids first. Whenever anything needs to be done at work she volunteers and does her work with pride. She is very flexible and a...

Reviewed by Yesenia W.

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Blanca J.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Postpartum Doula

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I have over 12 years of experience nannying with infants, toddlers, and older children, but I especially love the newborn and infant stage. I work with all types of families, including those with children with autism or other special needs. I am very experienced caring for twins and multiples. I...

Recent review:

5.0
Blanca was a godsend. We hired her for our newborn and not only did she take care of the baby, she also helped with cooking, cleaning and laundry when we were too exhausted to do so. Thank you Blanca! You're...

Reviewed by Nick L.

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Danielle C.


San Jose, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Educator/Nanny

5.0

(2)

Background Check

-Experience with Special Needs (Autism & ADHD) -2 Associates degrees (Early childhood education & Child development) from San Jose City College - Currently a student at San Jose State University: Major in Child Development, Minor in Special Education

Recent review:

5.0
Danielle is a reliable, caring, and nurturing individual who really takes the time to bond and connect with the children she's caring for. She applies her extensive knowledge of child development through...

Reviewed by Ariza A.

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Brittney L.


San Jose, CA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Loving Child Care/Nanny

4.0

(1)

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I am currently a Child Development Studies Major at West Valley College, with one semester away from my Merit Certificate in Child Studies. I have been an on going babysitter/nanny for the past five years, with a range of children from newborns, to 12 years old. For over a year and a half, I was a...
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Jessica B.


San Jose, CA

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Expert Nanny

5.0

(1)

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My name is Jessica I'm 27yo born and raised in Brazil and portuguese speaker. I came here to US in 2020 February to be a live in nanny. I worked and lived with an amazing family for all my live in nanny program during 2 years taking care of girl 5yo special needs and boy 7yo. Two weeks before my...

Recent review:

5.0
Jessica is amazing, she took care of my 2mo baby while I went to date night with my wife after a long time! Highly recommend Jessica.

Reviewed by Bryan L.

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Maria B.


San Jose, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

4.5

(15)

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Hello, my name is Maria and I am not only an experienced professional caregiver, but a mother of 4 myself. With over 10 years of care-giving experience, my references and referrals speak for themselves, which I would be happy to provide upon request. I am CPR certified and also fluent in Polish,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I highly recommend Maria as an exceptional babysitter. She has been consistently punctual and matches my 10-month-old son's energy, which is not an easy task. My son absolutely adores her and looks forward to...

Reviewed by Zill C.

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Tori P.


San Jose, CA

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced And Graduate-Educated Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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Hi parents! My name is Tori and thanks for reading my bio. Here are some quick facts about me as a caregiver: I am a graduate student at SCU to be a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have about 9 years of paid childcare experience for children 4 months to 12 years of age - CNA license in the...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Tori was amazing as our summer sitter! She was engaged with us as well as the kids, happy, playful, and did all the things a nanny should do - coming up with fun activities daily, teaching the kids manners at...

Reviewed by Jessica P.

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Nevaeh V.


San Jose, CA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! My name is Nevaeh, I am studying early childhood development since I have always loved working with kids. I have experience with special needs teens, as well as newborns and toddlers. I love to garden, read and do arts and crafts. I have almost four years of experience working with children and...

Recent review:

5.0
Nevaeh is highly professional with great work ethic, caring and a very loving nanny. - She was punctual and reliable. If she was running late or taking leave, she let us know in advance. - Great at following...

Reviewed by Sreya B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Jose, CA

Angela W.

5.0

Angela has been a nanny for our family (we have three children ages 10, 8 and 3) for over six years. We have just parted ways as my youngest is now going to school full-time. Angela is incredibly dependable and punctual and completely reliable as a care giver. I never wondered if she was coming and...

- Mary K.

Maria V.

5.0

My family and I hired Maria to help us with school drop-offs in the morning and she has been nothing but amazing. Both of my boys immediately felt at ease with her and look forward to the days that she comes over. I feel very comfortable with her caring for my kids and trust her with them. She is...

- Janna T.

Marivic M.

5.0

Marevic helped me through a post transplant period. She is an outstanding caregiver. She is attentive, smart, kindhearted and goes beyond the call of duty. She is a person of unimpeachable integrity and honesty. Anyone who hires her will count themselves so fortunate.

- Neil S.

Rodolfo G.

5.0

Rudy has been working with us for two years now. He is always reliable and dependable. We appreciate his good nature and willingness to always be helpful.

- Heidi G.

Jessica N.

5.0

Jessica was an outstanding hire. Her years of experience and positive attitude were so helpful to our entire family. She always went above and beyond to fulfill her duties and ensure we were satisfied.

- Michele J.

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

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in San Jose, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 110 reviews of the 194 listed special needs caregivers.