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Jazmine A.

San Marcos, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a passionate, trustworthy, and responsible individual seeking new opportunities to work with children. I have previous experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. This experience has given me valuable skills in child care and development. My love for creating safe and nurturing...
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Energetic And Loving Sitter!!

Carlsbad, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I have been a mom for 25 years and I have over 10 years of experience working children with and without special needs/autism. I am passionate about caring for ages newborns and up. Working with children has always been rewarding, enjoyable and a passion of mine. Having the opportunity to share my ideas and hear new ones from...
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Reliable & Caring Babysitter | 5+ Years Experience | CPR Certified | Special Needs Support

Rancho Santa Fe, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi! My name is Jaidyn, and I have over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. Growing up with five younger siblings gave me hands-on experience from an early age and helped shape my patience, responsibility, and nurturing personality. I am CPR certified and always prioritize safety...
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Experienced Health Care Worker

Escondido, CA

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Experienced healthcare worker for over 10 years. I've worked in home and In facilities, both private care and agencies. I have extensive experience with special needs, Alzheimer's, dementia and stroke patients.
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Carlsbad, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is McKenna and I'm a 25-year-old currently pursuing my Master's in Nursing. I've been babysitting/nannying for 7 years and have experience with kids of all ages (infants- 12+ years). I have a bachelor's degree in public health, and have I've been working at Cincinnati Children's Hospital as a Behavioral Health...
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Loving Care For Special Needs

Carlsbad, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I am a California State Credentialed teacher and love working with special needs children. I am patient and caring.
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Escondido, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As a dedicated special needs behavior technician with a decade of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and development. I am patient, calm, and creative, providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for your children to thrive. With my background in behavioral health, I understand the importance of...
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Carlsbad, CA

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$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hello! My name is Aryne and I am a experienced nanny/ babysitter and now teacher. I am looking to find families who need date night/ overnight/ house sitting/ or errands or other personal assistant tasks. I have experience with newborns, infants, toddlers, twins, and special needs. I am comfortable with taking the children to...
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Careful Creative And Fun

Solana Beach, CA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
personal care
I taught high school special ed for 14 years. I've been an independent living coach for special needs adults for 8 years. Experience as PA managing an estate in Fairbanks for over 5 years. I have 4daughters a set of twins So multitasking management and self-advocacy comes as no surprise. I love my family, friends, and sports....
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Escondido, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Behavior tech with 5 years of experience! I've worked with all kinds of special needs clients from children to seniors in their homes.
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Child Disability Care

Carlsbad, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I have worked 7 months with a 5-year-old who has Agenesis of corpus callosum (ACC) a rare disorder that is present at birth (congenital). It is characterized by a partial or complete absence (agenesis) of an area of the brain that connects the two cerebral hemispheres. Due to the he had trouble walking, was not speaking at all,...
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Reiki Healer / Special Need / Caregiver / Early Development Coaching

Escondido, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
I have 10 years experience as a nanny and 3 years experience as a special need care for an autistic boy with 6 years old. I'm 42 years old and I am a mom of a 6 years old girl. I'm an energy healer certified as a Reiki Master, Meditation and yoga teacher. My best skills are helping kids to regulate their nervous system...
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Cardiff by the Sea, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have over 20 years of nanny/child care experience. I taught preschool. I have a 23-year-old special needs son as well. I am now looking for part-time work to start. I am looking for work in the N. County. I have been fingerprinted and live scanned . I have taken many Child Development courses. I am now certified as well with...
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Professional Nanny Specializing In Newborn & Special Needs Care

Carlsbad, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hi, I'm Remi. I'm a dedicated and adaptable nanny with experience caring for children from newborns through toddlers, including children with special needs. I bring a calm, attentive, and professional presence into every home and understand the importance of structure, consistency, and a nurturing environment. I'm confident...
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Part Time Caregiver Available-Mostly for Every Other Weekend or During the School Day

Cardiff by the Sea, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have a son with special needs who is now 8 years old. He has ADHD and sensory integration disorder along with a few other things that just come along with his special needs. Things have changed a bit in my schedule so really the best times that I am open for child care, etc are every other weekend or during the day before my...
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Vista, CA

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$20/hr
Hi, I'm Emily! I have cared for children for almost three years with children ages 2-12. I am a registered behavioral technician and have been helping children with autism learn coping skills and grow healthy habits. Safety and comfort are my top priorities so I always maintain a gentle and patient demeanor with whomever is...
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Babysitting Services

Vista, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Samantha I am 18 years old and just graduated high school in June. I'm currently a student as well as work part time as a gymnastics coach for ages 2-13. I have plenty experience with kids and have always loved working with them. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have babysat for families with kids...
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Vista, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have quite a bit of experience working with people who have special needs. I have worked in an Extensive Support Needs classroom for two years primarily working with students with ASD as well as CP and Down Syndrome. I am working towards earning my teaching credential to teach Extensive Support Needs. I have worked with a...
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Child care

Rancho Santa Fe, CA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I'm very optimistic and happy, love being outside, and I appreciate the small things in life. I'm calm, patient, and caring, and whatever I do, I always try to do my best. I've spent the last few years working with children of different ages, including 2 years as an au pair and 2 years as a nanny in the U. S. I'm CPR...
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Professional Nanny With Over 25 Years Of Experience

Carlsbad, CA

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$27/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Being the eldest of 8 children (yes, same parents) I've grown up caring for infants and on up. I've been a career nanny for the past 2. 5 decades as well, travelled internationally and domestically with families, worked with special needs, twins (babies), teens, all ages and needs! I'm also a mother (child is now grown) so...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.33/hr as of May 2026

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

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