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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Carlsbad, CA

The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Carlsbad, CA

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Kyle V.


Carlsbad, CA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! My name is Kyle, and I am looking for a Babysitting/Nannying/Caregiving position. I am 23 years old and have plenty of experience in this field. Currently, I go to National University and am receiving my Masters in Elementary Education. I worked for the Huntington Beach Unified High School District for the past 3 years,...
5.0
"Kyle is a very calm, kind, and caring young man. I have worked with him for 2 years with special needs students. He has been an incredible addition to our team and the students really love him. He gets along...

Reviewed by Leah G.

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Gloria M.


Carlsbad, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

3.7

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I work in the Escondido district as a sub in especial needs. I also work in a house of brain injured children taking care of the kids that live there.
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Lauren G.


Carlsbad, CA

$10-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter In All Ages Including Special Needs Available For Part Time Weekly And Weekend Hours

5.0

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I have been babysitting kids of all ages for over 6 years and have experience with special needs. I am a Christian student attending university.
5.0
"I had Lauren come over today to watch my 13 month old. She was sweet and he took a liking to her right away. I would hire Lauren again in a heartbeat!"

Reviewed by Danielle M.

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Caitlin R.


Carlsbad, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Compassionate, Artistic, Positive Caregiver

5.0

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Hello, I am certified in first aid/CPR/AED with infant, children, and Adults. I have 17 years of childcare experience in all areas including Special Needs. I enjoy working with children and watching them develop and grow. I am very engaging and I love to interact with children on their level. Imaginative play, Creativity, Art,...
5.0
"Caitlin has a parent's understanding of special needs children and an adult child's understanding of parental illness. Clearly, she manages the gamut in-between. Caitlin is thoughtful, honest, direct, and has...

Reviewed by Terri W.

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Heather H.


Carlsbad, CA

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Sitter

5.0

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I am a California Credentialed teacher with over 20 years of experience educating and caring for students of all ages. I enjoy working with individuals with a wide range of special needs and have my initial RBT Certification with First Aid and CPR that are all current. I am also passionate about ALL animals of varying types and...
5.0
"Heather helped care for my 4 year old son part time for about 6 months. She was great at planning "field trips" and took him to museums and hiking trails. She also brought animals to the house, such as...

Reviewed by Zoe W.

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Lerissa G.


Carlsbad, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Homeschooling Facilitator/Nanny

5.0

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I enjoy working with kids, and I strongly believe that this is my calling/purpose in life - to give back to the better good of humanity! I am a former Au pair and my experience has grown from being a live-in nanny, to working with kids that have disabilities and special needs, to homeschooling and tutoring! I've gained many...
5.0
"Lerissa is a fantastic nanny. She is able to work independently and always had activities planned for our children. She loves to take them to the park and get fresh air as well as take them to all of their...

Reviewed by Laura P.

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Alison S.


Carlsbad, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Passionate Nanny

5.0

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EXPERIENCE The Preschool at Seven Hills '08 - '10 Ages 2 - 5 Kids R Kids 2011 Ages 6 wks- 12 mo Peppertree Montessori '12 - '14 Ages 6 wks - 18 mo and Ages 18 mo - 3 yrs Private Family '14 - '19 (on occasion through present) Ages 1, 3, 5, 7 (at start) Private Family '16 - '19 Ages 2 mo, 4 (at start), 3rd child born...
5.0
"I interviewed Alison and have nothing but wonderful things to say about her. She came to the interview on time, was upbeat and friendly, and seemed to have a passion for children. She also has solid experience...

Reviewed by Mallory A.

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Katie P.


Carlsbad, CA

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Your Child's New Best Friends

5.0

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Hello, my name is Katie! I recently moved back home to California and I am looking to find a new family to work with. I absolutely love children and I am going to school for nursing with the plan to work in pediatrics. I worked at UNM hospital in the intermediate care nursery as a tech for a year and a half. I had long term...
5.0
"Katie was a great nanny for my 2 yo and 5 yo daughters. She replied just in time when we needed to find someone who can take care of our kids when we will be on a Hot Air Balloon ride. Katie met with us in the...

Reviewed by Elena K.

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Ewa K.


Carlsbad, CA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior care taker!

5.0

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10 year's experience with Alzheimer's Dementia patient , HHA license, CPR special training program for DSP ( Special Needs patient ) CNA school . TB test , criminal background, Amazing reference from client and also work
5.0
"Ewa and Gosia took care of my mother in the last 2 weeks of her life. I had been caring for her on my own and was stressed and exhausted. They came and everything changed. I had a life back and knew that mom...

Reviewed by Sara Z.

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Karla C.


Carlsbad, CA

$26-33/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistant

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Hi I'm a positive and energetic nursing student and mother of a 3-year-old girl and a baby boy with special needs. For several years I have worked with medical complex, elderly and mental illness patients of all ages I'm highly trained for Gtubes, tracheostomy, trach care, ventilator support and oxygen support. I'm looking to be...
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Heather H.


Carlsbad, CA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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I have helped care for my sister with Downs Syndrome since she was very young. I enjoy helping those who need it and are appreciative.
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Tram-anh P.


Carlsbad, CA

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Care Giver

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Hello, special needs care is something I am very devoted to. My younger sister has severe Autism Spectrum Disorder and of course, I understand the new normalcy special needs care givers need to adapt to in order to better understand and accommodate those who are nuerodiverse. I currently study Psychology and Child Development to...
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Julia R.


Carlsbad, CA

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

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I have been working as a professional caregiver for 5 years. I am passionate about providing compassionate and personalized care to individuals who need assistance with daily activities due to physical, mental, or emotional limitations. I am a patient, reliable, and compassionate caregiver who is dedicated to enhancing the...
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Matthew G.


Carlsbad, CA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Behavior Intervention Specialist

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Since spring of 2012 I have worked as a Behavior Interventionist for the Carlsbad Unified School District. I have worked in classrooms alongside teachers and others such as myself working with students with special needs. My job has afforded me the opportunity to work with students ranging mostly in the moderate to severe range...

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Hi! I just finished a summer contract volunteering with Americorps in the midwest, and am looking for work in San Diego as I head into my final year of college at California State University, San Marcos! During my time with Americorps, I worked with disabled adults as one of my service projects, helping out at a summer camp...
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Donna S.


Carlsbad, CA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Child Disability Care

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I have worked 7 months with a 5-year-old who has Agenesis of corpus callosum (ACC) a rare disorder that is present at birth (congenital). It is characterized by a partial or complete absence (agenesis) of an area of the brain that connects the two cerebral hemispheres. Due to the he had trouble walking, was not speaking at all,...
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Kayla F.


Carlsbad, CA

$19-24/hr3 yrs exp

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I have worked in this field for a total of three years. I have very hands-on experience. I am very empathetic. I am very experienced with supervised help, and working on personal goals. I am very fun and energetic. I find it very easy to relate to people and their needs. I am sure that, if given this position, I would be an...
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Claire C.


Carlsbad, CA

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

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I am currently going to school to become an elementary teacher and am minoring in special education. special education has a special place in my heart and I have experience with my brother who has autism.
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Lauryn B.


Carlsbad, CA

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi! I am energetic, reliable and fun-loving. I have professional experience in pediatrics for 3 years. I was previously employed as a CNA for children with special needs at Rady Children's Hospital Helen Bernardy Center for medically fragile children. I have an active CPR certification and CNA. I am currently employed as a youth...
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Lauren G.


Carlsbad, CA

$19-28/hr5 yrs exp

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I grew up with a brother who had a physical disability. I have worked with people with special needs my entire life. I am very comfortable to meet various needs! I am a credentialed special education teacher and have taught elementary and HS.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Carlsbad, CA

Kyle V.

5.0

Kyle is a very calm, kind, and caring young man. I have worked with him for 2 years with special needs students. He has been an incredible addition to our team and the students really love him. He gets along well with his colleagues and has a great work ethic. Kyle is a wonderful employee.

- Leah G.

Lauren G.

5.0

I had Lauren come over today to watch my 13 month old. She was sweet and he took a liking to her right away. I would hire Lauren again in a heartbeat!

- Danielle M.

Caitlin R.

5.0

Caitlin was great with our two boys (2 and 6 months). We would definitely hire her again!

- Marc P.

Heather H.

5.0

Heather helped care for my 4 year old son part time for about 6 months. She was great at planning "field trips" and took him to museums and hiking trails. She also brought animals to the house, such as tortoises, a lizard and her sweet dog. My son loved interacting with the animals and going out to...

- Zoe W.

Lerissa G.

5.0

I placed an ad on Care.com seeking a dependable, mature individual willing to take care of my 6 yo boy and 8 yo girl. My daughter has ADHD/anxiety/ODD and can be a handful. Lerissa jumped right in and formed a close, effective bond with her. She even had both kids doing a bit of academic work...

- Stephanie C.

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

Average Rating4.4 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Carlsbad, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.