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Juliana D.

Part-Time Caregiver Available!

Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Juliana and I absolutely love working with children. My experience includes Kids Factory ( after school program), ABA therapy with special needs children, occasional babysitting for family and non family. I am looking to assist families with the occasional date nights or any weekend needs. I currently work full time...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$19/hr
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I have six siblings, including one special needs brother, so I have always been the designated tutor and caretaker in my household. In addition to my lived experience, I also have three years of professional experience working as a karate instructor with kids and special needs adults. Currently, I am 19 years old, a full-time...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've been working about 4 years with special needs kids. Autism (different levels), non verbal, G-tube, multiple disabilities. Since then, this is my expertise. I'm studying about autism and I'm really into children psychology area. I started working with kids when I was a teenager, taking care of my siblings and cousins. After...
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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
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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$19/hr
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Madison, and I'm a compassionate, patient, and reliable caregiver who loves working with children, special needs kids and young adults, and pets. I gained hands-on experience working with special needs students through Edison High School, where I supported teens and young adults with a variety of needs. I learned...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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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$17/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi! I'm Gwendolyn-a caring, creative, and careful babysitter. I truly enjoy working with kids as every day is filled with energy, curiosity, and joy. While caregiving can have challenges, I find the reward of supporting a child's growth and helping a family thrive to be incredibly fulfilling. I bring some years of experience to...
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Elisha M.'s Photo

Costa Mesa, CA

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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello Parents! I've been a full time nanny since 2006 in California and Nyc. I also have volunteer experience with children, overseas in orphanages, camps and group homes. 2021 I was a first responder (emt) for a year, so I have first aid CPR and a perfect driving record. I have experience with all ages and a wide range of...
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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Nanny

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for 6 years now and I have been a professional nanny for four years now. I found my last job on care.com and it was the perfect match, so I am looking for a family that I can work well with. I have experience taking care of children from ages 6 months to 14 years old, I also have experience caring for...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Sharon M.'s Photo

Costa Mesa, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 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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Energetic And Caring Babysitter!

Costa Mesa, CA

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$27/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, Families! My name is Corrinne and I have had the privilege of being a babysitter/nanny for over 13 years! I have cared for children in a wide capacity of settings, including date-night babysitter, was a full-time nanny overseas (au pair), camp counselor, student teacher, and as a volunteer for women's shelters. I love...
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Active Love Child Care

Costa Mesa, CA

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$11/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I have 30 years experience. I taught physical educate for the saddleback unified district and worked with special needs. I have raised 3 children and have two granddaughter I love the out doors , crafts, reading.. I'm very active. CPR certified and first aid. Love animals
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Caregiver.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$27/hr
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 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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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! In preparation to become a pediatric occupational therapist, I have gained a lot of experience with children and love what I do. I have been a nanny, special needs assistant, church child care volunteer, occupational therapy volunteer, and summer camp volunteer. Additionally I have worked as an in home care provider for a...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$29/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Most recently, I worked as a learning assistant in an elementary school Special Education classroom. I worked with students with special needs from the ages of 5-10 where I was responsible for assistance with toileting, hygiene, emotional regulation, etc. Along with aiding my students in developing basic life skills, I also...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Lilly, I am currently looking for a part OR full time babysitting position. I have many years of experience in childcare from helping my grandma run her daycare, I also have experience as a Behavioral Technician for children K-12 with special needs, I love kids and care deeply about helping them learn/grow...
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Caregiver, Special Needs Assistant

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
mobility assistance
errands
+ 1 more
I have worked in many caregiving environments such as in home caregiving, nannying, and one on one special needs assistance and would love to find more ways that I can help. I have experience with administering medications, seizure protocol, cooking, hygiene, and community events. I am studying to become an occupational...
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Stephany Estrada

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

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