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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Escondido, CA

The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Escondido, CA

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Patrick B.


Escondido, CA

$32-46/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly Experience Care Giver

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Greetings: I have had 18 years of experience as a registered nurse, in my long years of practice I have experience with people suffering heart disease including continuous infusions and cardiac assist devices, home infusions for various reasons. I enjoy taking care of those with non-healing wounds as this provides a chance to...
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Katy G.


San Marcos, CA

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny Looking For Full Time

5.0

(3)

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Aloha, My name is Katy and I have been a nanny for 10 plus years. I am CPR and Cda Certified. I have also cared for children with special needs. I truly love caring for children. It is definitely a passion of mine. I grew up surrounded by teachers so helping children learn and grow has been part of me.

Recent reviews:

5.0
I have known Katy's family since 1991. Katy is gentle, honest, dependable. I have seen her interact with her own and others children. She is gentle, patient, and is constantly teaching. I highly recommend...

Reviewed by Karen P.

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Patsy D.


San Marcos, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Experienced Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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Hi there, I'm Patsy, and I have been caring for children for 20+ years as a babysitter, nanny and as a mother of five children. I believe in creating a fun environment, I am passionate about providing nurturing, loving care for children in order to help them grow and learn. I'm also very organized and I strive to create a clean,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Patsy is very caring and loving towards those she cares for. If the child is a newborn she will soothe fussy babies and is patient and knowledgeable on how to deal with children's illnesses. For toddler through...

Reviewed by Care member

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Lindsey M.


San Marcos, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello, my name is Lindsey. I'm 33years old and happy to have been born and raised in beautiful Southern California. I always have had an interest and natural given ability in working with children. I've enjoyed babysitting and watching over children for 10+ years now. I have experience in all types and ages of childcare from...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My kids absolutely adore Lindsey! It was so comforting knowing while I had to be away at work all day my little ones were being loved on and having fun. She's the only person we trust aside from our parents to...

Reviewed by Karen C.

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Zury L.


Poway, CA

$20-50/hr9 yrs exp

Zury

5.0

(1)

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Hello there my name Is Zury. I'm 34 years old. I'm a mother to 1 wonderful 10-year-old. Happily married and 2 beautiful dogs. I love caring for my family and my friends. My passion is to see people happy. I'm a very honest and caring person. It should not take long for people to see that trait in me. I have been in a...

Recent review:

5.0
I had the privilege of hiring Zury on two separate occasions. The first was for respite care for me as I was a long-time caregiver for my wife who has dementia. Zury was kind and gentle with my wife and...

Reviewed by Ronald W.

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Riley S.


San Marcos, CA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny In North County

5.0

(4)

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Hi! My name is Riley. I graduated high school in 2022 and live in San Marcos. I have been babysitting on and off for about 5 years now. I've been taking care of kids more consistently since graduation - including the last year with a family that has a 2 and a 3-year-old. the 3-year-old has mild autism and apraxia. Some of my...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My boys call Riley the GOAT of all sitters and I have to agree, she really is the greatest of all time. Reliable, punctual, personable and so kind and engaging with the kids. I feel so comfortable knowing Riley...

Reviewed by Hannah Jane N.

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Theresa S.


San Diego, CA

$40/hr3 yrs exp

About Me /Child Care

5.0

(2)

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I have experience working with kids since I was a kid. I volunteered with special needs children when I was in middle school. I was a temporary live-in nanny in 2016 to help a family while mom was recovering from surgery. I was responsible for three children and we went to the park, baked, and did arts and crafts projects. I was...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I'm really glad I hired Theresa. This is my first time hiring anybody off of care.com and I feel like it was a really good experience. She was on time, very courteous and professional, and showed genuine...

Reviewed by Judah M.

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Paige D.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Full-Time/ Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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HI! I love working with children and nurturing their growth academically, athletically, and creatively! My hours of availability are very flexible and I have my own car for transportation. I have extensive experience working with children of many different ages and in different capacities; * Camp counselor (over seeing 15...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Paige was absolutely fantastic watching our kids while we were out of town! We are so lucky we came across her profile on care.com as we will absolutely be hiring her again next time we have to leave!

Reviewed by Abbott P.

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5.0

(1)

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My name is Diana I am very kind and compassionate person I worked with kids with disability and I would like to help you Thank you

Recent review:

5.0
We hired Diana to care for our 9 year old nonverbal autistic daughter. She immediately connected with our daughter and took the time to get to know her, her interests, and needs. Diana is extremely caring,...

Reviewed by Linnea S.

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Rachelle B.


San Marcos, CA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

5.0

(2)

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I have been working and caring for children for about 20 years. At age 13, I started babysitting for a family with two girls. My duties for the family included picking the girls up from school, driving them to their activities, cooking well-balanced meals, helping with light housekeeping, assisting with laundry, reading, and...

Recent review:

5.0
We absolutely love Rachelle! She does a wonderful job with our children, and we feel blessed to have her watching them!

Reviewed by Lance G.

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Yamell E.


San Diego, CA

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Caregiver , Care Companion Available FT 20 Years Experience Bilingual English And Spanish

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Nanny caregiver bilingual English Spanish full time available 10 years of experience in senior care and more than 20 in childcare . 2 years experience in special needs, kind , compassionate, responsible and I love to help people to feel better CPR FIRST AID CLEAN BACK GROUND
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Cassandra H.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

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My name is Cassie. I have years of hands on experience with babies, toddlers, and older children, including children with special needs. Since I was a young teenager, I've had a passion for childcare. I was a babysitter all through high school. After retail jobs and an office job as an adult, I returned to childcare full time...
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Grace L.


San Diego, CA

$25-50/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Grace! I am a recent graduate from nursing school and a licensed registered nurse! I am Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certified. I have cared for children, adolescents, as well as special need students at camps and academic...
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Janie G.


San Marcos, CA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Uniquely Experienced

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Hello my name is Janie and I have over 5 years experience working with students in special education. I was a paraeducator for the last 4 years and recently left my position to pursue to Masters degree in Education. I also have had training as an ABA therapist. I hope to hear from you soon if you have further questions!
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Sausan A.


San Marcos, CA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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My experience involves taking care of family members with special needs. One has Downs syndrome the other is on the spectrum. My late son had ADHD as well. It has taught me the empathy and patience needed to work with others regardless of their disability.
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Kathryn S.


San Marcos, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver/Companion Available

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I have over eights years of experience providing compassionate care to seniors who need assistance with living in their own home or simply want some companionship. I also have many years of experience caring for children, including proving respite care for children with special needs.

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I have never worked for special needs people but I have a cousin with Down syndrome that I have been around often. I'm a very caring, loving and patient person. Everyone loves to be around me - give me a chance and see for yourself.
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Tiffany S.


San Marcos, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Tutor

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Aloha! As an experienced nanny and educator (over 15 years), I take pride in caring for children and helping them learn and grow daily. I am a licensed Elementary teacher, CPR certified and a long-time resident of Oahu. I can help with online learning if this applies and other areas of academic development too, especially...

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Hello, My name is Savannah! As an aspiring speech-language pathologist, I have always had a passion for serving children with a diverse array of needs and unique personalities! In my most recent clinical experience as a Master's student, I have provided speech and language services for individuals with Down Syndrome, Autism...
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Christina C.


San Marcos, CA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Christina. I am 28 years old and I have been a caregiver for over 10 years now. I have childcare, special needs and disabilities care experience and senior care experience. I absolutely love what I do and I wouldn't change it for the world. Please let me know if I can help!

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Escondido, CA

Katy G.

5.0

I have known Katy's family since 1991. Katy is gentle, honest, dependable. I have seen her interact with her own and others children. She is gentle, patient, and is constantly teaching. I highly recommend Katy for any job.

- Karen P.

Patsy D.

5.0

Patsy is very caring and loving towards those she cares for. If the child is a newborn she will soothe fussy babies and is patient and knowledgeable on how to deal with children's illnesses. For toddler through older children she reads them books, helps them learn and makes sure homework is...

- Care member

Lindsey M.

5.0

My kids absolutely adore Lindsey! It was so comforting knowing while I had to be away at work all day my little ones were being loved on and having fun. She's the only person we trust aside from our parents to watch our children.

- Karen C.

Zury L.

5.0

I had the privilege of hiring Zury on two separate occasions. The first was for respite care for me as I was a long-time caregiver for my wife who has dementia. Zury was kind and gentle with my wife and benefited greatly for having a break several days a week to have some personal time. The...

- Ronald W.

Riley S.

5.0

Riley was a loving nanny to our 2 boys. She supported us multiple days per week with caregiving and would accompany the family on outings. Our boys trusted Riley and listened to her. She was attentive and responsible. I would recommend her for any opportunity.

- Jordyn M.

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Ratings for Escondido, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Escondido, CA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.