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Jennifer R.

Special Needs Provider

Mission Viejo, CA

4.4(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am one of the happiest people you will ever meet. :) I love helping people. I am a Christian and I love God! I have 2 grown children that are doing exceptionally well and I am very proud of. I am a non smoker and do not drink. Certified in adult, children, infant CPR current with First Aid too! I...

Jennifer L. says "Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman. "

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Experienced Caregiver For Children And Adults With Special Needs

Mission Viejo, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I graduated from California State University, Fullerton and have a BA in Liberal Studies. My goal was to become a Special Education Teacher and have taken many classes to obtain a teaching credential. Life happens, so that goal didn't happen. In the past, I have sat for a few families, neurotypical children ages 5-10, picking...
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Special Needs Caretaker

Mission Viejo, CA

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$30/hr
I have worked with special needs male and females over the past 8 years. I am currently the caretaker of a special needs woman. I work on behavior goals with her, take her to do activities she enjoys and give positive reinforcement that she needs as she goes through life. I absolutely love working with special needs. If you are...
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Nanny/Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

Mission Viejo, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I'm 26 years old and I live in Mission Viejo. I have babysat & tutored for the past five years, and have experience providing support for families with special needs kids (autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy). My experience caring for children includes meal prep, dog walking, diaper changing, light house cleaning,...
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Special Needs Provider Available

Mission Viejo, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
I have been fortunate enough to work with special needs as an ABA Behavior Interventionist at Irvine Unified School District and Saddleback Valley Unified School District for the past 12 years. I have experience working with ages 3-21 years old. I am very passionate about what I do and feel lucky to work with such amazing...
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Hello!

Mission Viejo, CA

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$17/hr
My name is Kenzie and I am a senior at MVHS. I have had lots of experience working with special needs weather it be at dance with the special needs team or at school with the unified pe class! Once I am done with high school I hope to get my degree in special education/general education and become a special needs teacher! I...
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Nurse

Mission Viejo, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I'm a Pediatric Nurse and I have over 10 years of experience working with children with multiple conditions. Quality of care is my priority. I have first aid and CPR training. I also speak 3 languages. Thank you!
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Mission Viejo, CA

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$22/hr
Hi! I love supporting and helping out how ever I can! A few things about me - Adaptable to all personalities -Easy going -love to have fun and do fun things - Famiky oriented -Active -love animals -from south Orange County If you need a companion for your loved one, please reach out! Hope to hear from you!
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Day care Provider

Mission Viejo, CA

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$49/hr
10 years experience
I come from a big family with six siblings. I am the oldest which meant I'm was responsible for helping around the house and taking care of my younger siblings. Then later in life I got married and had five children of my own.. I absolutely adore children! I have more then 20 years experience working with infants, toddlers,...
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Mission Viejo, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have over 30 years experience with unique individuals. I have experience from early intervention to adult education with everything in between. I love people who are unique in this world, and all I'd like to do is help support them throughout their day.
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Mission Viejo, CA

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi my name is Pam. I'm a retired RN and have always enjoyed helping and working with the special needs population. Presently, I work as a paraeducator with Autistic students. I love to have fun and laugh, making sure my clients are happy and safe. I'm a registered caregiver in CA thank you
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Mission Viejo, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
My mother was in car accident . She had brain bleed. She was never whole after that. I took care of her. Change her diaper every two hours change her position every hour give shower and medication . Now after two years she can walk but still cannot fully control her bowels or bladder yet. My brother is taking of her now.
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Recent Grad Here To Help And Assist

Mission Viejo, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Hi, my name is Paul I recently graduated from Vanguard University in Business and Administration. I also coach basketball and pet sit during the week and weekends. I have 4 years experience coaching, training kids and caring for animals. I enjoy what I do. I love what I do and I am here to help families that have a son or...
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Hello my name is Claudia! I have over 8 years experience working with coaching and mentoring special needs individuals. I am currently coaching and mentoring three special and very individually talented young adults with individual specific needs. I am pleased to say that one of my clients that I was job coaching as well...
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Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

Laguna Niguel, CA

4.6(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....

Kristen R. says "Carrie is honest, dependable, trustworthy and full of positive energy! I hired Carrie to care for my 2 cats, take care of my house, mail, plants etc...

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Experienced Loving Professional Special Needs Care

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 2 profiles. 1 for CHILDCARE and 1 for SPECIAL NEEDS. Please see my RECOMMENDATIONS and 5 Star Rating from my SEVEN PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS on Care on my childcare page. Ty! My son is now 28 years old and was diagnosed with Autism when he was 3 years old. He is an Aspie. He attended special day classes full time for five...

Care Member says "Suzanne is an amazing extension of our family. She has taken care of my two small children (newborn and 1.5 year old to present) and is so great at...

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Special Needs Provider

Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
I have experience assisting elderly and special child. I love caring for the people as well. I have CPR/A. E. D Certificate, Medication Certificate, and Alzheimer's disease and dementia certificate. I love helping people specially for those who need my help.

Jane B. says "Since I'm out of town taking care of my brother, he helped me take care of my brother. He not only helped me with chores and and running the household, he...

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Full Time/Part Time

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi..... I have been a child care provider for 22 years as well as a senior care provider for 8 years. I have worked with children with Asperger's as well as mild autism, OCD and anxiety and I have wonderful references. Special needs to me just means extra special care and being there to help with those extra tough days.

Greg O. says "Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more...

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Part Time Caregiver

Ladera Ranch, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have taught children with Autism and Special Needs to swim as a swim instructor. I currently volunteer at the Shea Center (horse therapy for children and adults with disabilities). I have been there since November and completed 30 lessons as a sidewalker. The sidewalker assists the instructor with the lesson and ensures rider...

Jodi P. says "Laura is a compassionate, caring and capable woman who is amazing with all children. She worked with children with special needs and excelled in her job."

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Caregiver

Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with extensive experience supporting children with special needs. Skilled in providing personalized care, assisting with daily activities, and implementing therapeutic strategies tailored to each child's unique requirements. Proficient in fostering positive behaviors, ensuring safety, and...

Diana S. says "Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!"

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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $26.00/hr as of August 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 4.0

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Mission Viejo, CA

Special Needs Child Care in Mission Viejo, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Jennifer R.

Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman.

- Jennifer L.

Carri C.

Carrie is honest, dependable, trustworthy and full of positive energy! I hired Carrie to care for my 2 cats, take care of my house, mail,...

- Kristen R.

Suzanne S.

Suzanne is an amazing extension of our family. She has taken care of my two small children (newborn and 1.5 year old to present) and is so...

- Care member

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