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Marina B.

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.

Shannon F. says "I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has...

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Mission Viejo, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
My experience has been taking care of a senior friend living in my home with light dementia and some mobility problems. Also I was care giver for my special needs daughter until age 14 when she passed.
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Emma, and I'm 29 years old. I grew up in a very large family, and being the oldest of 14 grand children has given me plenty of experience taking care of little ones, in every shape and form. I am currently a Para Educator for a local high school, where I directly work with students who have mild to moderate special...
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Empty Nest Mom Who Will Love Your Kids Like Her Own!

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am an energetic, reliable mother of 4 and have 40+ years of experience of caring for infants through adults. Throughout HS and College, I worked as a water safety instructor at camps for special needs youth and adults as well as volunteering as a counselor for MDA summer camps. I enjoy children of all ages, and love doing age...
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Here To Help!!

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
errands
Hello, My name is Robbey, I live in Laguna Niguel originally from Pittsburgh, PA. I have been a RN for 12 years. I Currenlty have a full time family for a special needs human. I am open to helping out if your caregiver needs time off or whatever the case is. I do update my hours as they change to keep you all up to date. I am...
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Aliso Viejo, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I started working with kids when I was 14. I was a vbs leader, taking care of a group of around 8 kids all day. I was a camp counselor every summer for 4 years. I currently work at a Private middle and elementary school so im currently working with kids at this job. I also helped raise my extremely special needs brother and...
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Mission Viejo, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I am a Mission Viejo mother of 3 and professional yoga instructor. I have cared for little ones since being a busy babysitter, an auntie to 9 nieces & nephews, nannying for friends, to finding wonderful families here. I took courses in early childhood development at NIU and continue to study the latest research and expert...
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi families! My name is Leya, and I'm a professional nanny with 10+ years of experience and a background in nursing. I've cared for children from newborns to 12 years old, including those with special needs and medical conditions. My nursing experience allows me to provide a higher level of safety, attentiveness, and peace of...
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Reliable Babysitter Who Loves Working With Kids

Mission Viejo, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Adam, a responsible, patient, and dependable caregiver with experience caring for infants, young children, and children with special needs. I enjoy creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where children can learn, play, and feel comfortable. I'm CPR certified, have reliable transportation, and can safely...
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San Clemente, CA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Hannah, and I have over 7 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I began my career as a volunteer at a school for children with special needs, and have individually and collectively worked with kids ranging from as young as infants. I specialize in at-home care, teaching, and event care, such as...
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Laguna Niguel, CA

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$22/hr
12 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm a caregiver and former teacher with over 10 years of experience supporting children of all ages, including those with special needs. I bring a warm, structured, and nurturing approach that helps kids feel safe, confident, and understood. I'm patient, reliable, and very tuned in to emotional and developmental needs - whether...
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Compassionate Caregiver-assistant

Aliso Viejo, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
Helping your Loved one with Dignity, Comfort and Compassion. I am a mature, compassionate caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to seniors and individuals with specialized needs. My goal is to help clients maintain their dignity, comfort, independence, and quality of life while offering families...
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Raelyn, an experienced caregiver who loves working with kids of all ages. I'm reliable, patient, and love creating a fun, safe environment that feels like home. My experience includes three years as a mother's helper, two years as a swim instructor, working as a daycare assistant, and most recently serving as a nanny...
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Compassionate Caregiver, Petsitter, And Childcare Provider

Lake Forest, CA

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$25/hr
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Haley. I am a loving and compassionate caregiver, petsitter, and childcare provider looking to help where I am needed, and make a difference in the lives of everyone I meet. I have experience working with children, seniors, and adults with special needs. Volunteering with my city, I have over 6 years of...
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Compassionate Caregiver, Petsitter, And Childcare Provider.

Lake Forest, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
specialized care
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Haley. I am a loving and compassionate caregiver, petsitter, and childcare provider looking to help where I am needed, and make a difference in the lives' of everyone I meet. I have experience working with children, seniors, and adults with special needs. Volunteering with my city, I have over 6 years of...
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A Little Bit About Me!

Irvine, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
Hi, I'm Monali! I recently graduated from USC and have over a decade of experience caring for children through babysitting, daycare work, and working with families. I am responsible, patient, and enjoy creating a fun and safe environment for kids. I have worked at a day care for over a year and I have over 10 years of...
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Lake Forest, CA

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$25/hr
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello parents - I'm a mom of a 36, 27 & 20-year-old. I also have 3 grandchildren that I enjoy albeit far away but we correspond via FaceTime regularly. I love children & enjoy spending time with them. I'm currently working towards being a special needs bus driver for the district & have completed the live scan, first aid, CPR...
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San Juan Capistrano, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been helping care for children for about 20+ years now. I mainly have experience with ages 3 to 5 as I worked for a preschool program for over 20 years. In my current job, I support young adults with special needs and truly enjoy all ages. I have chuldren if my own as well who are 10 and 8 yrs old. I look forward to...
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Laguna Hills, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Ingrid, I'm 23, from Brazil, based in California. I'm a warm and patient caregiver who loves building positive connections with children. I bring a calm, supportive presence, helping kids feel safe and confident. I'm attentive, sweet, silly, dependable, and value respectful communication with...
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Laguna Hills, CA

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$30/hr
Dementia
hospice services
transportation
light cleaning
respite care
+ 1 more
I personally have experience caring for my grandmother before she passed away. I care and love deeply for ones who are older and need extra attention. I'm soft, friendly, loving and a good listener. I currently work with children with special needs and consider myself one with a big heart who has a passion to care and attend to...
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  • The average posted rate is $26.00/hr as of September 2026

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

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