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Jocalyn C.

Special Needs Mom

La Jolla, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I'm a single mom of two kids with ADHD. I have years of experience as a social worker supporting children and young adults with special needs and their families. Have experience with children and young adults of all ages and stages.
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Part Time Care Giver Available

La Jolla, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I'm Nick and I moved back to California after a 10 year stent in Texas where I pursued a career in behavior analysis. I am currently a BCBA who is looking to find a part time opportunity with the right family. I have a 10 years of experience in the ABA field and 15 years of experience working with individuals with...
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Pediatric RN- Part Time Caregiver Available

La Jolla, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I am a pediatric RN that has lots of experience working with children that have various special needs. I love working with kiddos and look forward to forming a bond and having fun with your child! I have varying availability from 1-3 days or nights a week.
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Part-time Caregiver

La Jolla, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Gala and I recently graduated from SDSU with a B. S. in Kinesiology. I would love to help! I have worked with a quadriplegic girl who I assisted getting in and out of her wheelchair as well as fine motor games and exercises/stretches to help her muscles. I recently was a live in caregiver for a beautiful...
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Registered Nurse

La Jolla, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Nursing student and mom to a special needs child. My life is dedicated to taking care of families who need assistance
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Indiana Raised, Kind Babysitter

La Jolla, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I am Abby, I am a very reliable, patient yet outgoing, creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I taught sunday school as a teen and worked with special needs students throughout my middle and high school years, as well as in college. I work from home and...
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Grace K From La Jolla, Ca

La Jolla, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Grace, and I am eager to share my childcare services with any family in need of help! I grew up in the Bird Rock community and have been providing nanny services since the 7th grade. I have an unconditional love for children and I have worked with kids of all ages, from 1-month-old babies to teenagers. I also have...
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La Jolla, CA

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$10/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, My name is Delaney. I am 29 years old and have a BS in Biology at Northeastern Universit. My hobbies include rowing, scuba diving, and love taking care of children! Being the oldest child of our family friends, I have grown up taking care of others and can handle stressful situations with ease. I have been babysitting for...
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La Jolla, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Ruby and I am a first year masters student at UCSD studying marine biology! I also minored in biomechanical engineering and math, and am prepared to help with homework! I love kids and have extensive experience as a camp counselor at both day camps and sleep away camps. Additionally I have experience caring for...
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La Jolla, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Bonjour! I love kids of all ages & stages. I have tons of experience with kids 0 to 18 & young adults with special needs & not yet diagnosed. I have experience care for multiples kids including twins & siblings. I have raised 2 kids of my own. I am well versed in tantrums & meltdowns of all ages. Patience & support are key. I...
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La Jolla, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Law professional, Nursing student, & mom. My son is special needs. I have over 20 years experience with children, caring for families, and the sick and elderly. My mom went through 2 open heart surgeries and suffered from epilepsy. Im an animal lover and non smoker
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Senior Caretaker

La Jolla, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Errands
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
Nursing student seeking to care for families as I pursue my education in registered nursing. Im a mom to a special needs child and took care of my mother through 2 open heart surgeries. Being a caregiver is my passion
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Fun Nanny!

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Light cleaning
I am 26 years old. I have 7 younger nieces and nephews that I have cared for since they were born. I am very good with kids. I have been a nanny to multiple kiddos and for multiple families! I would love to be a potential nanny to your kid(s). I do also have experience working with children with special needs. I truly enjoy...

Charlene W. says "My kids had a great time with Alina. They played games and she did a great job getting them to bed."

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Hope Giver

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
home modification
+ 1 more
I'm a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 11 years of experience providing care for seniors, individuals with dementia and special needs. Caring for others truly comes from my heart, and I treat my clients with the same kindness, patience I would give to my own family. Families describe me as warm, trustworthy, organized,...

Anna J. says "Very punctual , always dependable and very kind . Does everything with passion and care ."

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Patient, Grounded, Trustworthy Montessori-trained Nanny & Educator

San Diego, CA

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Patient, grounded, and trustworthy Montessori-trained Consultant, Neurodiversity Educator, & Nanny with over 23 years of experience guiding infants and children to be healthy independent individuals who trust life and understand their unique connection to community and environment. Expert household and administrative assistant,...
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Elementary/Special Education Teacher

San Diego, CA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
Graduated in May 2018 from Arizona State University with a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. Moving to California in late June/early July. In between work until the following school year.
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Experienced Sitter Available Week Days After 2:30 PM.

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Avery. I'm a 25-year-old artist and vintage seller with a heart for travel and animal rescue. I've nannied for children of all ages and have years of experience working with special needs students. I love helping people and animals. I love to encourage creativity and kindness over all else! I'd love to talk more...

Rupal R. says "We hired Avery to watch our 11 month old. She was on time and kept him engaged. She even stayed for a few extra minutes because our 3 year old really...

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San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Kathleen! I've babysat kids from 2 to 16 years old, including those with special needs. I'm a Navy Corpsman with an Allied Health degree and BLS certified, so safety and medical awareness are always a priority. I'm energetic and love keeping kids active with games, outdoor time, and creative activities. I'm reliable,...

Care Member says "Kathleen was our regular babysitter in 2021 to 2022 until she moved away. She was great with our 5 year old boy, who can be quite energetic and needs...

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Part-Time Babysitter- Fun, Energetic, Experienced!

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! My name is Cass and I am a 23-year-old living in PB! I currently own an online clothing boutique which is my full time job, but I am looking for something to bring in extra income while I am growing my store! I have nannied off care. com with kids ages 7 months, 3 years old, and in college was a full time nanny for an 8...

Amber N. says "Cassidy babysat for our 7 mo old while we were traveling in San Diego. She was punctual, flexible and communicative. "

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San Diego, CA

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
5 years experience
Hey there! I'm a psychologist who loves kids' development and because of that, I'm always trying to do my best. I work with atypical kids since 2015 but since I was 15y old (2010) I used to volunteer in special needs children's orphanages. I already worked in school and clinics, with the ages 3-25y. I love how the kids teach us...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of May 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in La Jolla, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in La Jolla, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Alina M.

My kids had a great time with Alina. They played games and she did a great job getting them to bed.

- Charlene W.

Valentina T.

Very punctual , always dependable and very kind . Does everything with passion and care .

- Anna J.

Avery C.

We hired Avery to watch our 11 month old. She was on time and kept him engaged. She even stayed for a few extra minutes because our 3 year...

- Rupal R.

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