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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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- $40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
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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...
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.
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I have over 10 years of experience working with children with special needs in a school setting while living in Palm Springs. After moving to Dana Point, I worked in a preschool/daycare center caring for children ages 3 to 6.
In addition, I have provided in-home childcare for more than 15 families through Care. com, caring for...
Erin D. says "We love Natty!! She was so great with my nephew who has autism. She came to the hotel on time and prepared to play and entertain with light up toys and...
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...
I have grown up with severe asthma and allergies and have spent most of my childhood, teen, and even some of adult life sick, dealing with surgeries, and taking medicines. It was not easy for me and always felt left out. I have always been compassionate and very intelligent when it comes to others and their conditions or issues....
Charles G. says "I'd place my life in her hands."
I am available to work ASAP! Please give me a call of an email for a quick response. I have a very flexible schedule. My summary of qualifications is as follows:
I am a dedicated Personal Caregiver, providing essential services in assisting ambulatory and bed bound patients to achieve and maintain independence. I treat...
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I'm a mother of 2 adult children and one teenager, as well as a new grandmother. I love caring for both children and adults and they usually take to me quickly. As a retired interior designer/stager/home organizer I also am well versed in caring for a home. My daughter has moderate visual and neurological impairments so I'm able...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I started working with kids when I was around 10 years old! I know that sounds kind of crazy, but my mom works with children who have special needs. This means I was her go to volunteer my whole life! I started volunteering at networking opportunities and events where her company would sponsor a booth. This experience allowed me...
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- $17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I work full time but am available on Friday and Saturday evenings and Sundays during the day to watch your children at my place or yours. I'm a grandmother and Board Certified Pediatric Nurse who loves children. I can take them to the movies, swimming (my apartment complex has a beautiful pool if you don't) or any activities you...
Light cleaning
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errands
meal prep
respite care
Have worked for Social Services Agency 35 years, worked with children, disabled and special needs in a cottage setting at Orangewood Children's home. I have a child that has been disabled since birth 31 years old now. Due to the different disability he has , I have been changing him since birth as he is bed bound and unable to...
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- $20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
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...
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I am a caring, loving, energetic, proactive, fun, happy person who is passionate about taking care of people. I am well-educated with two University degrees, bilingual Spanish-English, CPR and First Aid certified by the American Heart Association. I am certified in medicine management and CPI. I am willing to do anything on...
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I think there is no better job in the world then making a difference in the life of a child, or helping someone who really needs you. I am a people person and have a kind heart. I have worked in the medical field for over 25 years with infants children and adults.
I worked with special needs kids and adults for over 18 years.
I...
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meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! In the past, I have been a private preschool teacher for 3 years (specifically infant & one's teacher), a caregiver for special needs children for 1 year, and a nanny for 3 years.
I am a mom of a radiant 7-year-old girl, CPR & First Aide Certified, and 12+ Units in Early Childhood Education with emphasis on infant care....
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- $20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
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Hello everyone! My name is Daniel and I absolutely love working with kids! I'm free for the summertime right now is! During the School year, I work as an Instructional Aide supporting students with special needs (2 years). On the weekends, I volunteer in the church infant and toddler measures (going on 2 years now). I used to be...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I really love working with children. I currently work at an elementary school with special need children. I care for students that need diaper change, require feeding and need help with most day to day tasks. I enjoy taking care of children and playing with them so babysitting has always been a fun side job for me to do. When I...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have worked with kids since highschool and I love watching them grow and learn.
I worked for 2 and a half years at a reggio-inspired preschool in Whitefish Bay and before that I nannied and babysat a few families regularly. I have experience working with children ranging in ages from 6mos-elementary school age.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of November 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Costa Mesa, CA
Special Needs Caregivers in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Natividad O.
My special need daughter improves significantly with Naty's help.
- Kathleen N.
Shannon O.
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...
- Care member
Natividad O.
We love Natty!! She was so great with my nephew who has autism. She came to the hotel on time and prepared to play and entertain with...
- Erin D.
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