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60 special needs child care are listed in La Jolla, CA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 4 years
Special needs child care in La Jolla, CA
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Throughout my middle school and high school career I've taken classes and did volunteering to help me understand the requirements of aiding someone with special needs . In middle school, I attended a peer mediating class to work alongside a counselor and solve students conflicts with one another. It gave me the understanding of...
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"Melody is patient, helpful, punctual and flexible. She has helped both my son and daughter from time to time. I would hire Melody in a heartbeat."
Reviewed by Amy S.
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Hi I'm Hayli :) I am 28 years old, and I have had the joy of providing child-care for families for over 10 years. I love getting to be a part of the magic that is being a child, and getting to see the world through their eyes. I facilitate a space for learning, adventure, and discovery. I value creativity, and giving kids ample...
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Experience working with special needs kid (Cri Du Chat syndrome). My responsibilities included, driving to and from various therapies and appointments and then incorporating skills learned during therapies into daily routine. Some of these activities included sign language practice and doing other exercises recommended by...
Ashley M.
La Jolla, CA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Born and raised in San Diego CA. I've lived in NJ, RI and TX. I went to school for criminal justice and have always been passionate about helping others succeed! I've worked in education and babysitting for over 7 years. I have wide range of experience working with ages from 1-24 and an array of disabilities (Autism, ADHD,...
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I have worked one on one with moderate to severe special needs children and adolescents. I have experience working with autistic, down syndrome, blind, deaf children.
Charlotte D.
La Jolla, CA
$16-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as kind, creative, and patient.
I like caring for people with special needs because I have family members that I have grown up with that deal with special needs
I'm looking for a job that has a friendly atmosphere.
I started caring for people with special needs when I was around 16...
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Hello! I am a Special Education teacher and with a class of 16 kiddos aged K-3rd in the public school system in San Diego. Before moving to CA I worked as a tutor/ special needs caregiver in Salt Lake City. I have 5+ years experience of working 1 on 1 with students of all ages (pre-elementary to post graduate) in order to help...
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"Our 6 year old son had a rough start with 1st-grade math so we decided to get him a tutor twice a week. He loves working with Wade and is very attentive to Wade whereas our son tends to get bored with us, his...
Reviewed by Michael M.
Lois S.
San Diego, CA
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
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For approximately I worked within the school district for elementary, middle, and high school district. Over 70% of my duties entailed working with special ed children.
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"I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me throughout the process. Lois not only offered to pick me up from...
Reviewed by Mohammed J.
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Hi there! My name is Natalie and I've been a local to Mission Beach for the last eight years. I am an LVN but have recently decided to take a break from my nursing career after suffering from an injury in 2020. I've been a pediatric nurse since 2009 and have plenty of experience as a caregiver. I am familiar with special needs...
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"I am a quadriplegic that travels alone. Natalie assisted with some of my personal care, along with helping me shower. She is professional, caring and compassionate. She is in my database and I will use her...
Reviewed by Chad H.
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Hello I love working with special needs children and adults. I have a BA in Education from the University of San Diego. In college I gained experience by working in as a Teacher's Aide and thru several practicums. I have great compassion and enjoy working with others. I am a responsible person and make sure I follow thru with...
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"Annie is very professional and punctual."
Reviewed by Derek H.
Juliet F.
San Diego, CA
$22-26/hr • 2 yrs exp
Nonprofit Founder And Former Behavioral Technician/Direct Care Paraprofessional
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Hi, I'm Juliet! I'm 27, from North Carolina, and have my BA in Studio Art. In 2019 I founded Project, a nonprofit and photography series about people with Down syndrome, inspired by my 22-year-old sister.
In addition to caring for my sister throughout her childhood, I worked for 2 years a Behavioral Technician for children...
Alexandra M.
San Diego, CA
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient, Grounded, Trustworthy Montessori-trained Nanny & Educator
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Patient, grounded, and trustworthy Montessori-trained Consultant, Neurodiversity Educator, & Nanny with over 20 years of experience guiding infants and children to be healthy independent individuals who trust life and understand their unique connection to community and environment. Expert household and administrative assistant,...
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8+ years working with children ages infancy-12 professionally. I am specifically trained in Special Education and Behavior Analysis. I've been a BCBA for more than two years and am very comfortable working with all children! I am willing and happy to work with kiddos with special needs, even participate in services if needed. I...
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Hello all, my name is Josephine and I just moved to Del Mar, CA! I'm a Registered Nurse studying to apply to Masters in Psychology programs. I enjoy the outdoors, arts and crafts, songwriting and being creative any chance I can! I have a passion for child-care, and while I'm in school would love the opportunity to care for your...
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My experience with special needs began with my cousin who has cerebral palsy and is on the autism spectrum. Our family is very close and I grew up spending time with him and later caring for him when his parents were away. I also was an assistant in high school for the Adapted PE class where I helped students to access the...
Jessie M.
San Diego, CA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Substitute taught elementary aged children with physical and cognitive disabilities. Worked one on one with children with cognitive disabilities as a paraprofessional over a span of 7-8 weeks. Worked 2 semesters 35+ hours as part of my education minor at Bates in a very similar classroom setting (K-5) one on one with children...
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I have over a years worth of experience with ABA and special needs care with a family and their 8-year-old daughter. She was non-verbal most of the time, with small phrases when she would get excited. I always planned engaging activities and prepared for any possible triggers and/or things that made her unhappy. As I got to know...
Valentina T.
San Diego, CA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Experienced caregiver bringing 6 years of dedicated patient care in both facility and home environments.
Assisted 6 patients with Alzheimer's at a time , in a senior home care , 24 hours shift with :
- hygiene and exercise
- monitored patient schedules , including doctor appointments, family visits , medications schedules...
Laura P.
San Diego, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked with individuals with a variety of special needs for the past 10 years, & I have a BA in psychology and sociology.
I am currently a grad student at SDSU, working towards a master's degree in Rehabiliation Counseling with a specialty in cognitive disabilities.
I am extremely passionate about working with this...
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Hey there, I'm Iska, a passionate caregiver on a mission to make a difference. With a background as a special education teacher, direct support professional in respite and residential care, and an ABA paraprofessional, I've had the privilege of working with diverse needs. My heart lies in providing the best care and respect to...
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Recent special needs child care reviews in La Jolla, CA
Melody C.
5.0
Melody is patient, helpful, punctual and flexible. She has helped both my son and daughter from time to time. I would hire Melody in a heartbeat.
- Amy S.
Wade P.
5.0
Our 6 year old son had a rough start with 1st-grade math so we decided to get him a tutor twice a week. He loves working with Wade and is very attentive to Wade whereas our son tends to get bored with us, his mom & dad, much faster. I thought our son would tend to space out quickly with Wade, as he...
- Michael M.
Lois S.
5.0
I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me throughout the process. Lois not only offered to pick me up from my home but also waited patiently for me during the procedure and drove me back home...
- Mohammed J.
Natalie R.
5.0
I am a quadriplegic that travels alone. Natalie assisted with some of my personal care, along with helping me shower. She is professional, caring and compassionate. She is in my database and I will use her every time that I go back to San Diego. I would highly recommend her professionalism to...
- Chad H.
Annie S.
5.0
Annie is very professional and punctual.
- Derek H.