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Andrea M.

Costa Mesa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a loving, patient, energetic, outgoing, hardworking, and responsible person. I have been blessed enough to take care of children for nine years and have enjoyed every second of it. I currently work as a behavioral interventionist and classroom aide for the Tustin School District. I work with both special and general...

Carolina J. says "Andrea was incredibly helpful, positive, and supportive. She supported me with my huge dog by walking him, cleaning up after him, feeding him, and...

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Costa Mesa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving and thoughtful into my work as a nanny. My child care experiences expand across all age groups including special needs. For the past six years, I have served as a babysitter to different families. From preparing...

Heidi P. says "Sarah was great with our 5 year old. Our son has never had a babysitter, so was nervous, but he cannot wait to have her come back!"

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Costa Mesa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I've catered to kids &adults for 20yrs during day &night 6-72hr shifts. I set up nurseries, meal prep, do postpartum confinement care, newborn care, &am accustomed to signing NDAs. I've nannied newborns, multiples,&children with special needs, ASD, wheelchair use, anxiety, g-tube, cystic fibrosis, schizophrenia, epilepsy,...

Care Member says "Andrea was excellent and super helpful. I hired her for a few hours every morning for two weeks and a few overnights. She supported me with walking and...

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Costa Mesa, CA

4.0(1)
from
$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello families! I have 14 years of full-time nanny experience plus 6 years of babysitting. I also helped raise a bonus daughter from 3 weeks old to age 4, giving me strong newborn and infant-care experience. Growing up as one of six children, three with special needs, taught me patience, empathy, and how to support kids with...

Karen G. says "We had a great interview with Lindsay. She was prompt, professional and kind. Our family needs changed otherwise we would have hired her."

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Costa Mesa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Gillian - a dependable, patient, and fun caregiver with experience working with toddlers, school-age kids, and children with special needs. I've gained hands-on experience through nannying, daycare work, and church ministries, where I supported children in a variety of programs and activities. With a background in...

Holly C. says "Gillian is incredible! She has watched my 2 daughters and they have such a great time with them! My son also has down syndrome and Gillian is incredibly...

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Costa Mesa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to creating enriching experiences for children and providing peace of mind for their families. My motivation stems from a genuine desire to positively impact young lives and offer reliable support to parents. I bring a patient and friendly approach to my work. I'm comfortable caring for...

Bijan Z. says "Caitlin is an absolutely amazing nanny!! For the past year, she has been our full-time nanny for our daughter, who was 3 months old when she started. She...

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Special Needs

Costa Mesa, CA

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$10/hr
I don't really have any paid experience, but love to help people, whenever I get a chance.
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Future Counselor Seeking Special Needs Care Job

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Cynthia. I became driven to work with children with disabilities because my cousin has an intellectual disability. I grew up loving and treating him as my cousin but saw how unjust the treatment could be from others outside our family. I have now worked with children with disabilities for the past 10 years in a...
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Independence Facilitator/ Special Needs

Costa Mesa, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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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Caregiver For Special Needs

Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Have experience on working with people who have autism and cerebral palsy! I help them with school work, daily tasks, changing diapers, and being a best friend for them. I'm a very compassionate worker who has a drive for working for people of disability.
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Live-In Special Care

Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
8 years experience
I cannot wait to get to know your loved one or yourself. I love to help, socialize, and make everyone feel valued and appreciated. I have 10 years experience caring after little ones and not so much senior care but I am willing to learn and will take every step of the way seriously. I have taken care of my grandmother who was...
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Experience With Autism

Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I work with children on the spectrum therefore am very comfortable for providing babysitting services for children with special needs.
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a balanced mom of 4 flourishing adult kids. Caring for children comes easy to me. I am responsible, patient & detail oriented. I teach pilates & I am a passionate photographer. I am in search of a sweet family to help with day to day care part time. Babies, toddlers, teens all the ages I can connect and help bring calmness...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
With over 15 years of experience in babysitting and nannying I enjoy working with kids of all ages. I recently have been working with special needs children and have grown to enjoy it and I feel a special calling towards it. I am happy to work with whatever your family is working on.
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Experienced with infant through youth care. Experience with driving students to activities. I have a clean driving record. Also have experience with the overnight care
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Stay At Home Mom

Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I was a stay at home Mom for more than 10 years. I used to be a Certified Nursing Assistant in a Nursing facility and also worked one on one at the clients home. I had to quit working and raised my kids. My children are now grown ups and looking forward to work again. I loved working with the elderly, they're the sweetest...
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Loving , Responsible And Energetic Caregiver

Costa Mesa, CA

from
$17/hr
Hello! My name is Ann M but everyone calls me Ann. I am 19 years old. I am currently enrolled at Orange Coast College working towards my business degree, I am also a fashion major. I have experience babysitting two families within the past year but moved to Costa Mesa for school. The first family I babysat was a 1-year-old and...
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Caregiver And Babysitter

Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is Jane. I am 23 years old, I have specialties in caring for adults and children with special needs. I've grown up with a sister with severe special needs and am very comfortable and happy to help those in need. I can give showers, assist with going to the bathroom, do housekeeping work, and cooking.
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Retired Physical Education, Teacher

Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working for the saddleback unified school district for over 25 years. I was teaching physical education and working with a special needs. I'm a very patient person understanding and love children of all ages. I love being outdoors I love reading I love arts and crafts and I'm an animal lover. I think I would be a...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I've worked with the Respite program to provide care for my cousin who has autism. I've worked as a school counselor with students who have disabilities.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.76/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Costa Mesa, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Andrea M.

Andrea was incredibly helpful, positive, and supportive. She supported me with my huge dog by walking him, cleaning up after him,...

- Carolina J.

Sarah S.

Sarah was great with our 5 year old. Our son has never had a babysitter, so was nervous, but he cannot wait to have her come back!

- Heidi P.

Andrea M.

Andrea was excellent and super helpful. I hired her for a few hours every morning for two weeks and a few overnights. She supported me with...

- Care member

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