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Special Needs Babysitters Danville, CA (Contact for Free)

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Ava Libby

Ava Libby
Danville, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2025

Hi everyone! I am looking for a job in afterschool nannying and/or occasional babysitting. I'm so excited to meet your family!

Hi, my name is Ava Libby and I'm a passionate and experienced nanny with 5 years of dedicated childcare experience, specializing in working with children of various ages. I'm particularly drawn to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where kids can learn, play, and thrive through engaging activities, while also ensuring their safety and well-being is always a top priority. I'm excited to get to know your family and contribute to your children's development in a positive and supportive way.

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter $30/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $25 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Danville for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

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Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 7 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • Asthma training
    • Water safety training
  • 10 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

As a dedicated and experienced childcare provider, I possess a strong foundation in early childhood development. My qualifications include extensive hands-on experience in providing safe and engaging care, managing daily routines, implementing educational activities, and ensuring children's physical and emotional well-being. Additionally, I am certified in CPR and First Aid, demonstrating my commitment to prioritizing children's safety in all situations. I have previously nannied for a family of two children for school pickup, food preparation, light housekeeping, driving to afterschool activities, and keeping the kids engaged during downtimes. I have been done occasional babysitting for as long as I can remember and I have always been great with children.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Kristina De Gennaro

Kristina De Gennaro
Danville, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2025

Stay at Home mom in Danville available for babysitting!

Hi there! I’m a caring and experienced mom who knows how important it is to find a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for your little ones. As a parent myself, I understand how much trust it takes to leave your child with someone, and I’m here to give you that peace of mind.

I love creating a space where kids can play, learn, and feel loved. From reading stories and doing crafts to helping with homework and keeping a routine, I treat every child with patience, kindness, and attention, just like I do my own. I am very comfortable and confident with kids of all ages from newborn babies, to school aged children.

If you’re looking for a dependable and loving babysitter, I’d be happy to help! Let’s connect and chat about your family’s needs

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter $25/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Danville for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 19 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Water safety training
    • I have child car seats
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 37 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Languages I can speak: English

Bachelor of science in psychology. I also have multiple children. My oldest being 18 and my youngest is only nine months old.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking

Contact Kristina For Free

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Amandeep kaur
Livermore, CA

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Member since: Aug 2024

Looking for babysitter/nanny job.

Hello, my name is Amandeep k I’m 40 year-old experienced nanny and babysitter looking for full-time work. With 9 years of experience, I have cared for 3 families, performing various childcare duties and light household chores. I specialize in in-home babysitting, last-minute babysitting, part-time babysitting, infant babysitting, summer babysitting, vacation babysitting, after-school babysitting, infant care, mother's helper, occasional care,date night babysitting, and daytime babysitting. I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing environment for the children I care for. I enjoy engaging in educational activities, storytelling, and light cooking, especially for babies. Additionally, I have experience caring for children from infants (0-6 months) to grade school age (7-11 years). Fluent in Hindi, English, and Punjabi. I am available to start from August 5th 2024, and am willing to travel up to 25miles for work. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to your family's needs and ensure your children are well-cared for and happy.

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $25/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Livermore for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 9 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 43 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Hindi

Hi Looking for job as a babysitter/nanny. I have more than 9 yrs of experience.

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting

Contact Amandeep For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

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Josephine

Josephine
Pleasanton, CA

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Member since: Sep 2025

Here for any of your babysitting, pet sitting, housework or helper needs!

My name is Josephine, i’m a 14 year old from Pleasanton, CA. I’m babysitting certified by the Community Services Department of Pleasanton and have years of experience caring for young cousins and siblings. I’ve been pet sitting for 7 years, have experience with both cats and dogs and have two dogs myself. I’m experienced in the kitchen, garden, and around the house and would love to help out with whatever you need!

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $12/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $11 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $7 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Pleasanton for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 7 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
  • 6 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have a younger sister and younger cousins whom I babysit often. I have two dogs, and have been pet sitting for my neighbor watching her elderly cat for many years. I sit children ages 3-12. I’m capable, committed and eager to work. I’ve completed a babysitting certification course by the Community Services Department of Pleasanton, and have a variety of hobbies and interests and would love to help you out with whatever you need!

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Josephine For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Babysitting Pay Rates Danville, CA, United States (Updated 29 Sep 2025)

Danville babysitters are paid an average of $24.29 per hour as of October 2025, which is 16.8% higher than the Californian average of $20.79, and 32% higher than the United States average of $18.40. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Danville.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Danville:
$22.08 $24.29 $26.50
California:
$18.90 $20.79 $22.68
United States:
$16.73 $18.40 $20.08

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Special Needs Care Our Babysitters Can Offer

Find a babysitter who has the right skills that match the special needs of your child. Our babysitters can offer care for the following conditions:

  • Food allergies
  • Diabetes
  • Asthma
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
  • Anxiety disorder
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Down syndrome
  • Intellectual disabilities
  • Deaf / hard of hearing
  • Visual impairments
  • Sleep disorders

Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Special Needs Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a special needs babysitter so you can feel confident your child will be safe, supported, and happy.

1. Look for relevant experience

Choose babysitters who have worked with children with similar diagnoses, behaviors, or medical needs.

2. Check training and certifications

Ask about CPR, first aid, and any specialized training (e.g., administering medication, ABA therapy, seizure response).

3. Ask detailed questions

Discuss how they would handle meltdowns, medical emergencies, or communication challenges.

4. Request references

Speak to families of children with special needs they’ve cared for before.

5. Arrange a meet-and-greet

Observe how they interact with your child and whether they connect in a patient, caring way.

6. Be clear about routines

Provide written instructions for meals, bedtime, medications, and calming strategies.

7. Communicate about triggers and supports

Share sensory sensitivities, behavioral strategies, and comfort items.

8. Confirm reliability

Ensure they can commit to consistent care and handle unexpected situations calmly.

9. Start with short sessions

Begin with trial sittings so your child and babysitter can build trust gradually.

10. Trust your instincts

Choose someone who shows genuine empathy, patience, and respect for your child’s individuality.


Special Needs Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing special needs babysitter candidates to help you find someone who’s skilled, patient, and the right fit for your child.

Experience & Background

  • What experience do you have caring for children with special needs?
  • Have you worked with children who have [your child’s specific condition, e.g., autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, epilepsy]?
  • How do you adapt your caregiving style to different needs and abilities?
  • Can you share an example of a challenging situation you faced and how you handled it?

Skills & Training

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • Have you had training in behavior management, sensory support, or therapies (ABA, speech, occupational)?
  • Are you comfortable assisting with mobility equipment, feeding tubes, or other medical supports?
  • Are you willing to learn specific care techniques unique to my child?

Communication

  • How do you communicate with children who use alternative methods (signs, devices, gestures)?
  • How do you handle situations where a child has difficulty expressing their needs or emotions?
  • How do you communicate updates and concerns with parents?

Safety & Emergency Preparedness

  • How would you handle a medical emergency, seizure, or allergic reaction?
  • Are you comfortable administering medication, if needed?
  • How do you ensure safety during outings, play, or transitions?

Routines & Behavior

  • How do you approach meltdowns, overstimulation, or behavioral challenges?
  • Are you comfortable following strict routines, or do you prefer flexibility?
  • How do you encourage independence while keeping the child safe?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about working with children with special needs?
  • What qualities make you a good fit for our family and our child?
  • How do you stay patient and positive in stressful situations?