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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Santa Ana, CA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
Special needs caregivers in Santa Ana, CA
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Children bring much joy into my life. I have several years of experience working with a variety of age ranges. I am currently leaving my job teaching at a Montessori preschool in South Orange County, and looking for a nanny job in my new area!
I have also worked in elementary schools which built a strong foundation for my...
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My name is Elena A, I worked with students with disabilities (medically fragile) for 15 years where I gained the experience of senior care and medical procedures such as g tube feeding, medicine admin, catheterization traquea suction, etc please give me the opportunity to expand my knowledge helping people with special needs.
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A lifetime of caretaking starting as a Candy Striper at Western Medical Center working primarily with geriatrics. I received my Certificate as a CNA (not current) from Hylond Home in Garden Grove working with developmentally disabled children and young adults and have previous experience with Gtube feeding, medication...
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Cynthia G.
Santa Ana, CA
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! I'm Cynthia. I'm looking to pick up one-time, substitute or flexible 1x/week shifts. I've been nannying on and off for 10 plus years to children ages 2 months to about 7 years. I am CPR trained- infants and adults. I have a background in youth coordinating, tutoring, and special needs. I'm empathetic and patient, largely...
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Anai R.
Santa Ana, CA
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a hard worker I have 3 years experience
CPR licence bilingual in Spanish
bath/shower, hair cleaning and brushing, help with meals, as needed, washing clothing, running errands experience with people who have had stroke , experience in hospice , Companionship to special needs
experience in alzheimer and demand
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Jacquelyn M.
Santa Ana, CA
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Motivated Nanny With Experience In Special Needs Services
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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I also have prior experience as a behavioral therapist working with kids with special needs.
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Recent graduate student. However, I had many years of taking care of special needs since my sister is special needs. I was also the leader of the children's department at my church where I was responsible for helping and teaching them various skills they needed in school. throughout my life, I have been part of various outreach...
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"Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say...
Reviewed by Tiffany S.
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I'm a passionate child care worker with years of experience working with children, both special needs and neurotypical. I've worked with children ranging in age from 3 months to 14 years old, most often in a school setting. I'm also CPR/AED/First Aid certified. Beyond experience and qualifications, working with children is one...
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"Nia is our nanny during the school year and she is absolutely amazing! She is incredibly dependable, she is so good with my girls and I trust her completely! She goes above and beyond what we ask her to do...
Reviewed by Michelle G.
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I have 4 years experience with in home health serving as a professional caregiver for the elderly, and special needs. I am passionate about helping families care for their loved ones at home. Eldercare and special needs became my true passion through helping seniors stay home and age in place to helping special needs live...
Rand S.
Costa Mesa, CA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello parents and caregivers I'm Rand.
I'm 25 years old i'm a preschool teacher and I have a passion for little ones I have 6 years of experience in babysitting, nannying and I have CPR training and caring for persons with special needs and teaching Arabic language I'd love to fill your families life with fun creativity and...
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"Rand was a really fun babysitter for our daughter. Patient and calm."
Reviewed by Tamara M.
Farhana A.
Irvine, CA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi I am Farhana,
I am very patient, a good listener, fluent in several languages, well organized, physical strength, love to be active especially outside in nature, great social skills, lots of experience socializing with people all ages. I have experience with taking care of people different ages suffering from MS (Multiple...
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"I hired Farhana to babysit my 3 years old daughter and she did a great job. She was very punctual and also she is very easy to communicate with. She played with my daughter and kept her busy and entertained all...
Reviewed by Shireen Q.
Rachael W.
Irvine, CA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am 31 years old and have 18 years of childcare experience as a nanny and sitter. I have worked with children newborn to 18 years from multiple families. My experience includes special needs care. I am friendly, responsible, and reliable. I love pets, but am allergic to cats. I am happy to help with date nights and occasional...
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"Rachael is caring, attentive, intelligent, honest, creative, detail-oriented, responsible, clean, kind, gentle, and organized."
Reviewed by Gigi M.
Monique C.
Irvine, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name's Monique. I am a very patient, compassionate individual who loves helping others in life. I have a strong background of experience in the nursing field from working with quadrepelegics, special needs, assisted living, skilled nursing facilities, to private in home nursing as well as excellent references as...
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"She was lovely, could not always work Saturday's however her mother could cover. Very personable, had met someone else who was a good fit, would of hired Monique. Never met only talked on the phone"
Reviewed by Gayle F.
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I have babysat new born infants, infant twins toddlers special needs child and teens. I was a pre school aid at a Christian School. I play activities inside and outside. I change diapers, feed, bath and prepare food for them. I tidy up and do laundry for the children. I have worked in retail driver, but have always returned to...
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"Angie was a gift to us from the heavens above!! She is the most amazing, wonderful human being ever and she deserves the absolute best! Angie helped my husband and I on a short term assignment as we prepped to...
Reviewed by Jessica W.
Marie V.
Anaheim, CA
$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I'm 26 years old I have over 7 years experience working with kids, and adults with disabilities. I'm currently an aide for a gentleman with schizophrenia. Have been with him since 2015. He has become family. I provide light house keeping, meal prep, grocery shopping, transportation to appointments, administrate medications, and...
Chennel V.
Tustin, CA
$16-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi there ! My name is Chennel.
Born & raised in Orange County. CPR Certified Caregiver (HCA).
I am patient, caring & outgoing!
My child care experience expands across all age groups from infants to teens, including special needs. I find so much joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. My experience includes, assisting...
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"Chennel is incredibly professional - she was always on time and so amazing with our 2yo daughter! Our daughter was comfortable with Chennel from day one due to her kind and genuine personality. We would...
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Hi,
I'm a 3x CPR certified student with 2x infant CPR certified. Looking to find the perfect family to care for their child. I'm currently in nursing school finishing my last two years. I have worked 2 years in caring for special needs children at elementary schools. I have a fast respond time and also open to answering your...
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I have experience working at OC bridges in San Juan Capistrano, working with young adults to senior adults with special care and needs. I focus on brightening up their day and communicating with your love ones and a fun encouraging way.
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"Henry has been wonderful working with my autistic adult non-verbal 23 year old son as his Personal Assistant for the past 3 weeks on a daily basis and continues to work with him. He is patient, kind and...
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Hi my name is Megan and I am a 3rd year graduate student at Chapman University working towards my doctorate in physical therapy. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Oregon with a degree in Human Physiology and a minor in Spanish. I have 2 years of experience working with children with special needs at Rise...
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"It was great to have Megan babysit our daughter. She had a great time and was cared for well."
Reviewed by Shane M.
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I have worked in the Special needs school system from preschool to High School for 14 years. I am experienced with Autism Spectrum and all kinds of disabilities. I have worked with all types of behaviors in all environments. I am experienced with G tube feeding and all physical needs. I currently work at Tesoro High School. We...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Santa Ana, CA
Marina B.
5.0
Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her as I trust her 100 percent with both my kids. She has been a blessing.
- Tiffany S.
Nia H.
5.0
Nia is our nanny during the school year and she is absolutely amazing! She is incredibly dependable, she is so good with my girls and I trust her completely! She goes above and beyond what we ask her to do and she's so attentive to both of my girls. Not only does she do school pickups, but she...
- Michelle G.
Rand S.
5.0
Rand was a really fun babysitter for our daughter. Patient and calm.
- Tamara M.
Farhana A.
5.0
I hired Farhana to babysit my 3 years old daughter and she did a great job. She was very punctual and also she is very easy to communicate with. She played with my daughter and kept her busy and entertained all the time. She is very nice and sweet person.
I recommend her and will hire her again.
- Shireen Q.
Rachael W.
5.0
Rachel is so wonderful and I would recommend her to anyone. She absolutely goes up and beyond your expectations and left my house sparking clean after taking wonderful care of my child!
- Sierra T.
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Ratings for Santa Ana, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Santa Ana, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.