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Errands
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 a full-time college student...
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Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
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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.
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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1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
I have experience with children of all kinds, I cared for a girl with rhetts syndrome for a year. My tasks included feeding, cooking for, driving, reading to, and talking to her. I also have experience working with kindergartners and first graders. I worked with them for 2 years. I read with them, painted with them, practiced...
Gabriela S. says "We came to Care.com to explore our nanny options and found Lauren through them. We appreciated how professional, punctual and helpful she was. We also...
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...
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
I have been caring for children of all ages for over 20 years. I was a nanny for a family of 2 for 10 years. I helped with homework, drove to music lessons, set up birthday parties, as well as all of the fun activities. The last 6 years I have focused on caring for infants as young as 1-month-old. I also worked for a private...
Michael W. says "Since joining our family in 2017, Selina has been a phenomenal nanny in all facets to the enormous benefit of our three daughters (5 years old, 3 years...
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, I'm Brooke! I have 7+ years of childcare experience, including working with special needs children in a middle school setting. I'm CPR & First Aid certified and a longtime swim instructor. I'm dependable, patient, and love creating fun, safe, and engaging activities that help kids learn and grow.
I look forward to helping...
Sophia H. says "I hired Brooke as a nanny for my 2 kids (10 y/o girl, 6 y/o boy) for 5 months to help out with distance learning and childcare while my husband and I...
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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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10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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...
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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6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
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Nurturing children comes naturally to me. My six years of babysitting have shown me the profound impact I can have on young lives, and I'm eager to support families by providing reliable care. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I communicate with parents using their preferred method and am comfortable enforcing household...
Justyne W. says "We hired Logan to take care of our toddler and it has been a great decision. Not only is our daughter well cared for when she's with Logan but she also...
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8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Veronica, I am 28 years old and I currently work for the Santa Ana Unified School District in the Adult Transition Program as a paraprofessional for students who are severely disabled. The class where I work is called medically fragile, there I get to work with young adults between the ages of 17-23. I have gained so...
Dale N. says "Veronica was a perfect fit for special needs . 1 on 1 aid at. school district giver her a great ability to have hands on with all the...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello everyone! I'm Sam, I recently transferred to UCLA from Santa Barbara City College. I started babysitting when I was 13, and I've loved it ever since! I had several families I regularly sat for while I was in junior high/high school, and I volunteered as a camp counselor for most of my summers during high school as well. I...
Cara B. says "Sam has been such a gift to our family. She cared for my daughter from the ages of 1-3 years old. Sam was the babysitter/nanny we always dreamed of. Our...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
For the past 10 years, I've been dedicated to nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My graduate degree, along with Early Child Development Coursework, has provided me with a strong foundation. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I am comfortable caring for up to two children,...
Megan Z. says "Emily was on time and super nice and communicative. Will definitely hire her again to babysit!"
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I have been in the ABA field for over 2 years now. I have worked with infants, toddlers, young adults. I am currently in my graduate program for MSW to become a medical social worker. I ensure all the individuals feel cared for, heard and understood. I work with compassion and great care.
Meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi guys! My name is Emiee and I'm a college student who is passionate about my love for children as I am majoring in Early Childhood Development. As of now, I am a pre-school aide and work alongside children with and without special needs. In my care, I prioritize creating a fun and engaging atmosphere where the children can be...
Malia W. says "Absolutely respectful with a great head on her shoulders. My kids adored her and she can cook like a gem. "
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
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I started babysitting when I was about 13 years old for a family friend and have occasionally helped people out when needed. I am looking for a short time job before I leave for summer. I am responsible and love kids. I am currently attending UCI and am on the women's soccer team. I am very enthusiastic and have a lot of energy....
Naomi B. says "She is someone you can fully trust and depend on."
I am here to help your loved one feel comfortable. To make their daily life more enjoyable. My clients are not just clients; they are my friends, and I enjoy seeing them happy.
My name is Yvette. I am a patient, compassionate and reliable individual. I find caring for others to be very rewarding by offering my experienced care, comfort & companionship. I worked at Hoag Hospital 10+ years in patient care. I have 10 years private home care experience as well in...
Hi my name is Flory and I have over two decades experience in the ABA field specializing on children with special needs. After helping some friends with their occasional childcare needs, they have convinced me to share my skills with the world. If you are looking for someone to supervise iPad time please stop reading now. I...
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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
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Costa Mesa, CA
Special Needs Caregivers in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Lauren S.
We came to Care.com to explore our nanny options and found Lauren through them. We appreciated how professional, punctual and helpful she...
- Gabriela S.
Selina S.
Since joining our family in 2017, Selina has been a phenomenal nanny in all facets to the enormous benefit of our three daughters (5 years...
- Michael W.
Brooke H.
I hired Brooke as a nanny for my 2 kids (10 y/o girl, 6 y/o boy) for 5 months to help out with distance learning and childcare while my...
- Sophia H.
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