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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 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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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 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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La Jolla, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have hands-on experience supporting individuals with special needs in both clinical and residential settings. My background includes working with children and adolescents diagnosed with developmental, behavioral, and emotional disorders. In my role as a Mental Health Aide and Residential Care Worker, I provided individualized...
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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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
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
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 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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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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$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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$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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La Jolla, CA

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$10/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
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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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Home management and care planning. ... Medical advocacy. ... Prescription medication management. ... Help with personal hygiene and care. ... Assisting with meals and nutrition. ... Help with mobility. ... Home maintenance and basic housekeeping. ... Transportation. Administered medication to patients according to their...
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Senior Caretaker

La Jolla, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
transportation
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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San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! I have many different job experiences and am willing to complete any task. I have a passion for adult, child, and animal care. I am a honest hardworking individual with great work ethic. I am a college student and have worked in many daycare and school settings. I love to play sports and arts and crafts! I would like...

Christina M. says "Kassandra was a great hire and we will absolutely use her again for our childcare needs. She was very sweet, punctual, and professional. I loved...

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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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Patient, Grounded, Trustworthy Montessori-trained Nanny & Educator

San Diego, CA

5.0(0)
from
$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)
from
$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)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Full-Time/ Part-time Caregiver Available

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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...

Care Member says "Punctual even though it was an early start time, helpful, and very easy going. Really good with my son and helped out with my new puppy, too....

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.14/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

Kassandra L.

Kassandra was a great hire and we will absolutely use her again for our childcare needs. She was very sweet, punctual, and professional....

- Christina M.

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.

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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