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Serena C.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Serena (Rena)! I am an experienced and fun filled person with tons of references for all family needs. I am a nanny, a tutor, private chef/mother's helper, as well as I have a housekeeping ! I actually play college volleyball full time! I have a pretty flexible schedule, especially during the summer and I also...
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Amazing Sitter

Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
I have a lot of experience with children. Specifically, I had a special needs sister who needed 24 hour care and I know a lot about the behaviors of special needs children. I love kids very much and you will feel safe leaving your child in my care. I am a safe driver and have no issue taking your child anywhere they need to go.
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Part-time Nanny/babysitter

Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Recent college graduate. Have taken courses in early childhood development and student taught a Pre k class. I have had experience babysitting and nannying children as young newborns to as old as 15-year-old. Also have experience working with special needs kids. I am looking for a job nannying/babysitting part-time.
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Having raised two children of my own, I have been working in the Capistrano unified school district for the past 15 years. I have worked with all grades from preschool to adults. I currently work with high school special needs children.
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College Graduate With Experience Working With Infants, Toddlers, And Elementary Age :)

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Mihaela, and I am eager to meet you. I love to do crafts and sing/dance, as well as play sports! I also like to bake in my free time. I have my bachelors in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, and am working towards earning my SLPA certification. My work experience consists of 4 years of paid childcare...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$26/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Helena. I am a caring and experienced nanny with many years of experience caring for infants, twins, and multiples. I also have professional experience working with children with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified, as well as a licensed foster parent. I'm dependable, patient, and happy to help with...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Katie, and I'm excited to bring my passion for nurturing and teaching children to your family. With a background as a preschool teacher and gymnastics coach, I have years of experience working with children of all ages. I am also a registered behavior technician, and have lots of experience with kiddos with special...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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...
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Caregiver.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$27/hr
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Over 15 years of experience with kids and elderly with special needs. Specially with disabled kids.
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Emmanuelar, Emma for short and I am an Early Childhood Education Specialist full time looking to connect and support a family part time & weekends for childcare and household services. I have 10+ years of experience working with children, including children with developmental delays and special needs. I have...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Nurturing a child's curiosity and watching them reach new milestones is my greatest passion. With 10 years of experience caring for up to three children, I offer a patient, calm, and creative environment for ages 0-11. I hold First Aid Training and CPR Training certifications to ensure your little ones remain safe while we...
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Children's Associate In Kids Ministry And Psych. Grad.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
My experience with children ranges from my previous position doing behavior therapy with special needs children, to creating and teaching kids ministry curriculum. I am a graduate student with my masters in clinical psychology. Growing up with 7 younger siblings, I absolutely love spending time with kids of all ages. When I...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
Hi! I'm Madison - a compassionate, patient, and reliable caregiver who loves working with children, special needs kids and young adults, and pets. I gained hands-on experience with special needs students at Edison High School, supporting teens and young adults with different needs and learning how to communicate calmly, safely,...
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Stephany Estrada

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have 4 plus years working with the elderly and special needs people from all ages. I've worked with patients with dementia, strokes, heart problems, cancer, etc.
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
I'm a really patient and lovely person that would like to help the seniors to have a easy and happy life. I have 2 years of experience taking care of special needs kids and teenager.
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Caregiver Available

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
With in my services as a Certified Nurse / caregiver encompasses a range of attributes and skills that contribute to the well-being and comfort of those in my care. Compassion and empathy are at the heart of effective caring , that allows me to connect deeply with my patients and understand their needs and emotions. Patience and...
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Part-time Care Giver To Assist With Special Needs.

Garden Grove, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I worked with student with special needs for 10 years in Palm Springs. The age group was from 3yrs-22 yrs old.

Kathleen N. says "My special need daughter improves significantly with Naty's help. "

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Santa Ana, CA

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am currently a college student who works as a Behavioral Technician during the week. I am looking for side jobs for the weekends (Friday-Sunday) in hopes to gain experience, meet new people, and make ends meet. I will accommodate to your needs , I know both Spanish and American Sign Language. My personality is one that...
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PT Babysitter/Nanny Available

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Shannon, nice to meet you :) I have tons of experience. I've been a live in Nanny, Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny, Babysitter & I'm a single mom with a teen. I know what kids are like & what they need, I actually listen to them. I love kids & I'll treat your babies like they are my own. I don't mind sick kids or...

Care Member says "Shannon is wonderful! She was our regular, go-to babysitter for our little toddler for nearly a year, until we had to relocate. Our LO loved her and...

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Special Needs Care Giver

Irvine, CA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children with special needs including Autism, learning and processing disorders, muscular dystrophy, icell (a very rare terminal illness), and g-tubes. I am more than comfortable learning new procedures and schedules in order to accommodate medical needs and personal preference. I have a total of 8 years of...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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