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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Dana Point, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Dana Point, CA
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I have over 20 years of experience as a professionally paid nanny that includes childcare duties, light housekeeping, running errands, pet sitting and teaching art to children. My most recent jobs were with a 6-year-old boy virtual learning online. The youngest child from 3 months old to about 15 years of age including children...
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"Joni helped us with our 2 kids during distance learning. She had excellent references and joined our family and home seamlessly. She was organized, kind, caring, and adapted to our kids needs. She kept them...
Reviewed by Betsy B.
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I was with La Canada School District as an assistant to the teachers who have children with special needs. I love to watch their progress and so appreciate the chance to be a part of their lives. It takes only one memory of "you can do it" for their future to have excellence in it. I believe I offer a chance to share that one...
Sarah H.
Dana Point, CA
$20-25/hr
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I am a 25 y/o nursing student seeking short-term jobs before I start doing clinical training at the end of April.
I have a degree from UC Berkeley in Global Studies but am re-entering school to become a nurse.
I do not have formal experience with special needs care but am a quick learner and an extremely empathetic and kind...
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I'm a driven individual with a passion for great child care. I believe that patience and kindness go hand-in-hand when it comes to child care. I have 10 years of experience with working with special needs and truly love it.
Isabella V.
Dana Point, CA
$20-25/hr
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I have worked closely with disabled children for two years. I worked in an elementary school and helped children with special needs in a fourth grade classroom. Emotional and physical support!
Ashley F.
Dana Point, CA
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name is Ashley, I am 27 years old and recently moved to Dana Point from San Diego, originally from Illinois.
I was a special education teacher for the last two years, and I taught a self contained behavior classroom. While working on my masters in behavioral psychology I am looking for a job with far less paper work....
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I have more than 10 years experience working with students with disabilities in higher education as well as working with teens. I have a Master degree in counseling from California State University, Los Angeles. I also have an MA in theater arts and I am yoga certified. I have lead stress management workshops, as well as time...
Ashley D.
Dana Point, CA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! I'm a California native! Growing up I had a very special relationship with a babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving and thoughtful influence as a nanny. My child care experience ranges from helping special needs kids, newborns all the way to young adults. I find such joy being a positive mentor in a...
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Hello! I am Charlotte, I am 29 years old and I recently returned from teaching English abroad for a year and a half!
I have over 15 years of child care experience and formerly managed a special needs group home for two autistic young adults.
My experiences with children of all ages and cultural backgrounds is something I take...
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Hi there!
My name is Genn, and I'm actively seeking a full-time nanny position. I provide 20 years of experience in childcare. I currently live in Dana Point CA.
Originally from Italy, l've been in the United States for more than three decades and am fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish. I have a strong affection for children...
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Hello, my name is KC!!!!
My child care experience expands across all age groups including children who have special needs. I find great pleasure and joy being an individual children look up too and a positive mentor in a child's life. I have 6+ years experience working with children in various environment. I love going on walks...
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Hi, I am very able to help with meal preparations, taking out trash, and light household cleaning. I am a companion and helping is my pleasure. Helping with errands and making life a more pleasant experience. I can prepare food as long as special needs are known.
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I've been babysitting off and on since high school, I've taken care of up to 6 kids at a time. I'm familiar with caring for children with special needs- specifically Angelman syndrome. I love kids and know how to keep them busy and active!
Danielle M.
Laguna Beach, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have a true passion in caring for children with helping them learn and grow. I've worked with children for over 10 years through nannying, swim instructing, and yoga teaching. I'm a very active, fun, and outgoing person which compliments well in working with children. I have experience with all ages from newborns to teenagers,...
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"Danielle is extremely caring and has the keen ability to make kids feel comfortable and at ease. Particularly with our 4 year old the love was instant. As if they had known each other for years. She is also...
Reviewed by Vartan S.
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Hi I'm Christina and I'm a professional nanny looking for reliable, trustworthy, active and fun families. I'm open to "as needed" care along with date nights, part time, overnights, short and long term care. I'm looking to build lasting relationships with families that want to grow together.
A bit about me, I'm patient,...
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"I hired Christina to care for my children for a few days when our normal provider was out. She did such a great job with my kiddos! They absolutely loved her. She is very dependable and attentive. I would...
Reviewed by Marissa T.
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- Preschool teacher
- Substitute Pre- K Teacher
- Infant Teacher
- Toddler Teacher
- Live in nanny
- regular nanny
- full time and part time babysitting
- worked with over 4 different sets of twins
- identical twin experience
- Reliable Transportation & Clean Driving Record
- Clear Background live scan
- 3x vaccinated against...
5.0
"Star was very nice. She babysat our kids for a few hours and did a great job."
Reviewed by Jesse C.
Rebecca K.
Laguna Niguel, CA
$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver, Experienced With Elderly, And Disabilities..Medical Assistant, CPR Certified And First Aid Certified, 9-10 Experience.
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I 've worked with elderly in Elderly Homes, worked with Parkinson's, MS patients, RA patients, Stroke patients and Dementia patients, also children with ADHD, and transferred people many times, either from bed to bathroom or to car. I have also worked with catheters and much more, love doing caregiving and take pride in it....
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"I have given the address and after giving two weeks message back and forth. She canceled at the last minute due to no patience to wait for messaging, in while she asked for address which was given before."
Reviewed by Shaoqing X.
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I am currently a full time Special Education Teacher looking for part time and one time opportunities! I have been babysitting, nannying, tutoring, and working with kids for over 8 years. I am a certified Orton-Gillingham tutor and specialize in tutoring struggling and emergent readers. I love theatre, dance, and the arts and...
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I have been a child care provider for 22 years as well as a senior care provider for 8 years. I have worked with children with Asperger's as well as mild autism, OCD and anxiety and I have wonderful references. Special needs to me just means extra special care and being there to help with those extra tough days.
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"Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for...
Reviewed by Greg O.
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I am an energetic, reliable mother of 4 and have 40+ years of experience of caring for infants through adults. Throughout HS and College, I worked as a water safety instructor at camps for special needs youth and adults as well as volunteering as a counselor for MDA summer camps. I enjoy children of all ages, and love doing age...
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"Wow! I can't believe our luck. We found a gem in Teri. It was the first time we'd left our 3.5 month old with a sitter and the minute Terri arrived I felt totally at ease. She cared from my little guy like he...
Reviewed by Naomi D.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dana Point, CA
Joni C.
5.0
Joni helped us with our 2 kids during distance learning. She had excellent references and joined our family and home seamlessly. She was organized, kind, caring, and adapted to our kids needs. She kept them engaged in learning, art, and outdoors adventures. Our children adored her and were mostly...
- Betsy B.
Danielle M.
5.0
Danielle is extremely caring and has the keen ability to make kids feel comfortable and at ease. Particularly with our 4 year old the love was instant. As if they had known each other for years. She is also willing to help with anything you may need in the house to try make your life easier, always...
- Vartan S.
Christina W.
5.0
I hired Christina to care for my children for a few days when our normal provider was out. She did such a great job with my kiddos! They absolutely loved her. She is very dependable and attentive. I would definitely hire her again!
- Marissa T.
Setaurestar V.
5.0
Star was very nice. She babysat our kids for a few hours and did a great job.
- Jesse C.
Rebecca K.
3.0
I have given the address and after giving two weeks message back and forth. She canceled at the last minute due to no patience to wait for messaging, in while she asked for address which was given before.
- Shaoqing X.
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