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60 special needs caregivers are listed in La Mesa, CA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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I recently was working as a teacher aid at Stepping Stone schools. I worked with various age groups. From infants to school age children. Due to the Covid-19 Variant I have decided to take a more one on one approach. Basically I prefer to work with one family and their child or children. I am vaccinated and practice frequent...
5.0
"Noelle was my clients caregiver and went above and beyond to provide quality care for him. She educated herself in all areas of his medical needs, was always willing to do whatever the families desires were for...
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Frederick R.
Spring Valley, CA
$18-26/hr
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Friendly and conpassionate nursing student with clinical experience in acute and mental health care.
Lois S.
San Diego, CA
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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For approximately I worked within the school district for elementary, middle, and high school district. Over 70% of my duties entailed working with special ed children.
5.0
"I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me throughout the process. Lois not only offered to pick me up from...
Reviewed by Mohammed J.
Alexa R.
San Diego, CA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Alexa Messaged Me With Specific Inquiries :)
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My name is Alexa and I started working with kids about 6 years ago when I volunteered at my elementary school. That's where I started my journey working with children.
Since then I've been working as a respite for kids with special needs for three years and am now studying psychology with a focus in child development. I like to...
5.0
"She was great! On time, comfortable, kids loved her, and kept us updated on how the night was going! We will definitely ask her to help us in the future with more date nights! We highly recommend her!"
Reviewed by Michelle M.
Sammantha B.
San Diego, CA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Nursing Student Looking To Gain More Experience Of Care Taking
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Hi my name is Sam! I'm a navy veteran who is now attending Point Loma Nazarene university for nursing. I am recently married and my husband and I live in north park. Growing up my mother was a special needs teacher and care giver and I was right beside her caring and learning for the children. Personally, I'm an organizer,...
5.0
"I have known Sam for about 4 years and she's AMAZING. I would recommend her to anyone. She is amazing with children and so sweet! She is extremely dependable and trustworthy. She will not let you down!"
Reviewed by Raven D.
Cristy W.
Santee, CA
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I currently work as a teacher at a preschool in Poway, and am looking to care for a child full time in order to replace this position. I currently have a baby and I am wanting to bring him along with me. I worked at a children's Pediatric health care center as a CNA and a teacher for three years helping a number of medically...
5.0
"Cristy is very nice, and has a great heart, very easy to talk to and my baby boy loves her very much, especially when she sings him his favorite kid songs. "
Reviewed by Deanna C.
Jessica G.
San Diego, CA
$30-31/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Teacher, And Special Needs Care Provider
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Whatever sort of family structure and flow you have in here to support it!
I have been babysitting professionally for over six years, worked as a special needs respite worker (3-55 y/o), camp counselor (3-14 y/o), substitute teacher (infant to school age), and ran an after school program for a year (k-8).
Most recently I...
5.0
"I have known Jess for long time and she is awesome. My son loves hanging out with her. She is responsible and reliable and very kind. She knows how to work with little ones and does a great job engaging with...
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Hello! My name is Noelle!
I have 10+ years of of experience in the childcare field, including but not limited to professional nannying and a position as a Teacher's Aide. I also have extensive experience with special needs as I was a caretaker for adults with autism for over 3 years. My passion is caring for others but I...
5.0
"Noelle was great with our 15 month old son. We will absolutely be using her again! "
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Laura O.
San Diego, CA
$23-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Committed To Meeting Children's And Parent's Needs. 20 Years Experience..
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Previous preschool teacher and childcare provider of 20 years with education and experience in special needs. Excellent references, AA in Child Development, CPR/First Aid certified, Covid-19 vaccinated, Child Nutrition Specialist, clean background and driving record, Non-smoker, and have experienced with ages 3 months-17 years....
5.0
"Laura O. What can I say. She's been working with our daughter over the last 20 years & is absolutely amazing! We take her any hours she has for us & she squeezes us in as often as she can. Laura is...
Reviewed by Tracy B.
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Hello my name is Sarah. I have experience working with special needs about 5 years. Anything to ADHD, autism, nanny for a little girl with dwarfism. I do really love taking care of children/child and making memories with.
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I'm patient and have great respect for seniors. I've cared for several seniors while residing in Minnesota. One couple in particular required transportation, bookkeeping, house cleaning, meal prep, bathing, transferring to and from beds, shopping and errands. This job lasted 1. 5 years until this wonderful couple passed away, 1...
5.0
"Marlene has been a companion and care giver for my handicapped husband for about 3 months. She is very caring, helpful, hardworking and pleasant person to be with. I recommend Marlene highly."
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I raised 3 children of my own and have also worked in Pediatric Dentistry including special needs children and adults for 15 years. I am extremely comfortable with babies through adolescents.
5.0
"Kirsten was great with my daughter, they had lots of fun together! She is a great sitter and also great with pets!"
Reviewed by Adriane B.
Ashli L.
Chula Vista, CA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi there! My name is Ashli and I am currently in a post graduate program interning at an elementary school working to become a speech language pathologist assistant after having received my bachelors in speech language and hearing sciences last year. I have worked in childcare for over 6 years across various age ranges from...
5.0
"Ashli is dependable and great with kids! "
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Aspen K.
El Cajon, CA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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I have had many experiences babysitting and truly enjoy time with kids! I have had 7 years of experience when it comes to caring for children! I've worked with kids of all ages from newborn-13yrs old and have experience with special needs kids as well. I am certified in CPR and First Aid Training. I'm responsible, hard-working,...
5.0
"Aspen worked for us in 2022 when my son was about 15 months right up until his 2nd birthday when she stopped working to have her own sweet son. We all love her and still stay in touch with her because she...
Reviewed by Jessica E.
5.0
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My name is Esther. I am 23 years old, and I am looking for a nanny/babysitting position for the weekends (Friday-Sunday).
I specialize in working with children with special needs. I have two years of experience managing a daycare, around 2 years of experience nannying (mostly for a child with special needs), and about a year of...
5.0
"Esther has a great heart and kids love her.
She is a hard worker and a joy to be around."
Reviewed by Dave M.
Grace P.
Santee, CA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
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I'm 26 years old. I became a mom in February of this year to a baby boy (I typically don't bring him with me to work). I received my Bachelors Degree in Child Development from Cal State Dominguez Hills in May. I'm fluent in Spanish and I have two college semesters of Sign Language. I have 13 years of paid child care experience....
5.0
"Grace is super sweet! Reliable, dependable, mature, and totally capable of caring for any child. She has watched my 3 year old a few times, and I hope it doesn't stop!"
Reviewed by Ashlee H.
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I do have experience in taking care of a client with developmental delay, adhd, autism, down syndrome, sun downing, paraplegic, quadroplegic, spinal injury. I can give reference if needed.
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Hi, my name's Mariah! I'm currently a registered behavioral technician, I'm 19 years old I live in Santee and I'm currently attending College to get my associate's degree in science, to apply for their pediatric nursing program. I have 4 years of experience in childcare, I have experience with infants, toddlers, kids, and even...
5.0
"Good girl with great work ethic. I trustworthy hire if you need someone."
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Sarah L.
San Diego, CA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hey there! (: My name is Sarah, I have been a nanny for over 5 years now and have great home management skills. I am a very active and outgoing person. I love creating new connections with different families and children. I have experience with special needs kids, toddlers, and pre teens. I am very flexible when it comes to...
5.0
"I hired Sarah to watch my 5 year old and she absolutely loves her! My daughter always wants to know when she is coming to watch her. Would definitely recommend her to anyone with kids."
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Hi! My name is Araceli , I am currently working for Kaiser as a Behavior Interventionist working with children with autism, I have been in the field for 4 yrs and 6 months. I have lots of experience with children of all ages. I also help my family on my free time to take care of my brothers new born and 2-year-old, which I love...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in La Mesa, CA
Noelle S.
5.0
Noelle was my clients caregiver and went above and beyond to provide quality care for him. She educated herself in all areas of his medical needs, was always willing to do whatever the families desires were for him, and seemed his best interest in all things. As the clients behavior analyst, she was...
- Care member
Lois S.
5.0
I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me throughout the process. Lois not only offered to pick me up from my home but also waited patiently for me during the procedure and drove me back home...
- Mohammed J.
Alexa R.
5.0
She was great! On time, comfortable, kids loved her, and kept us updated on how the night was going! We will definitely ask her to help us in the future with more date nights! We highly recommend her!
- Michelle M.
Sammantha B.
5.0
I have known Sam for about 4 years and she's AMAZING. I would recommend her to anyone. She is amazing with children and so sweet! She is extremely dependable and trustworthy. She will not let you down!
- Raven D.
Cristy W.
5.0
Cristy is very nice, and has a great heart, very easy to talk to and my baby boy loves her very much, especially when she sings him his favorite kid songs.
- Deanna C.
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Ratings for La Mesa, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in La Mesa, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.