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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Laguna Hills, CA
The average rate is $26/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
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I have a BA in education and further coursework in early childhood, psychology and a variety of subjects that I found I was interested in. I was a mentor teacher at Good Shepherd Preschool in Irvine for several years until I left to raise my own children. More importantly I have spent the...
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"Miranda gave me such a sense of capability and trustworthiness, I think she'll be able to handle anything I throw her way. I'm so glad we found her!"
Reviewed by Jessica M.
Faith G.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$24/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi there! My name is Faith and I am a compassionate, caring, and responsible woman with a love for spending time with children of all ages! I am a current college student with 5 years of child care experience, including children with special needs. I'm very enthusiastic and love spending time outdoors. My availability is...
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"I highly recommend Faith as a reliable and caring babysitter. Their attentive and nurturing approach creates a safe and happy environment for children. We trust her completely and always feel at ease leaving...
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Recent graduate student. However, I had many years of taking care of special needs since my sister is special needs. I was also the leader of the children's department at my church where I was responsible for helping and teaching them various skills they needed in school. throughout my life, I have been part of various outreach...
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"Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say...
Reviewed by Tiffany S.
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Hello my dear families, I have over 10 years experience working with children of all ages. I love working with new moms by giving the a much needed break with newborns and infants I also love the inquisitive toddler. I have a special place in my heart working with special needs children.
I also have a special place in my heart...
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"Rita was on time and very friendly to my kids, sent photos constantly to me to update situation, great work!"
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I have over 20 years of experience as a professionally paid nanny that includes childcare duties, light housekeeping, running errands, pet sitting and teaching art to children. My most recent jobs were with a 6-year-old boy virtual learning online. The youngest child from 3 months old to about 15 years of age including children...
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"Joni helped us with our 2 kids during distance learning. She had excellent references and joined our family and home seamlessly. She was organized, kind, caring, and adapted to our kids needs. She kept them...
Reviewed by Betsy B.
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My middle daughter has visual and neurological deficits and my youngest has Asperger's, giving me 28 years of experience with children with special needs.
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"Carolyn helps me care for my adult son, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2019. She is one of the most compassionate, caring and nicest people I have ever met. She listens intently, asks pertinent...
Reviewed by Richard B.
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I know a lot about health & special needs . Because I have studied Homeopathy for 6 years . But I won't prescribe any Homeopathic medicine , Just the knowledge helps me to perception a lot. Also I have 8 certification in Pranic Healing (kind of Natural Energy Therapy) ; This helps me just when parents has tend to use Natural...
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- Preschool teacher
- Substitute Pre- K Teacher
- Infant Teacher
- Toddler Teacher
- Live in nanny
- regular nanny
- full time and part time babysitting
- worked with over 4 different sets of twins
- identical twin experience
- Reliable Transportation & Clean Driving Record
- Clear Background live scan
- 3x vaccinated against...
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"Star was very nice. She babysat our kids for a few hours and did a great job."
Reviewed by Jesse C.
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Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....
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"We were impressed how quickly Carrie built rapport with our son. She instinctively knew what to say and do. We'll call her again!"
Reviewed by Scott T.
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I have held 3 long-term nanny jobs, most recently was a live-in of almost 5 years, with 2 children.
Before the most recent family, I was with a family of 4 children for 4. 5 years.
I still have a fantastic relationship with all families I have worked for, whom I always refer you to for references.
I have a BS in Child...
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"We recently hired Ciara to care for our two boys. She is caring. She does small things that shows she cares about kids, like special activities, being creative in getting my two year old to eat his dinner, and...
Reviewed by Jennifer R.
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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.
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"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 behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable...
Reviewed by Shannon F.
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My name is Sami, and I am a 4. 0 college student at Las Positas College. I am currently on my way to becoming an engineering and theatre major! I have been babysitting from age 11, through my family and a client down the street! I have 2 younger brothers, that I've always taken care of, and on top of that I have babysat for...
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"Sammi is an incredible babysitter for my 3 kids. Thoughtful, great communication, caring and went above and beyond for my family. She is an absolute joy to work with and my children adored her."
Reviewed by Lauren C.
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I'm a mother of 2 adult children and one teenager, as well as a new grandmother. I love caring for both children and adults and they usually take to me quickly. As a retired interior designer/stager/home organizer I also am well versed in caring for a home. My daughter has moderate visual and neurological impairments so I'm able...
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"Carolyn was the best sitter for our 6 month old baby. She is so kind and friendly. She immediately got down on the floor and played with our son. He loved her! We will definitely contact her again!"
Reviewed by Hallie S.
Monique C.
Irvine, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name's Monique. I am a very patient, compassionate individual who loves helping others in life. I have a strong background of experience in the nursing field from working with quadrepelegics, special needs, assisted living, skilled nursing facilities, to private in home nursing as well as excellent references as...
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"She was lovely, could not always work Saturday's however her mother could cover. Very personable, had met someone else who was a good fit, would of hired Monique. Never met only talked on the phone"
Reviewed by Gayle F.
Sylvia M.
Newport Beach, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
HEALTHY EATING MADE Simple For The Family! With FOODS That Still Taste YummY : )
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I am a certified Life Coach w/background in Healthy Eating/ nutrition. I help Families get their health back on track with simple healthy FOOD choices :) For children, teens, babies, parents.
As part of my caregiving help this can GREATLY improve-- behavior, energy, physical/ emotional health, learning & more!
Some ways I...
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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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"Wow! I can't believe our luck. We found a gem in Teri. It was the first time we'd left our 3.5 month old with a sitter and the minute Terri arrived I felt totally at ease. She cared from my little guy like he...
Reviewed by Naomi D.
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For the past six years, I was a full-time nanny for a family in Cleveland, Ohio caring for all three of their children since birth.
My fiancé and I recently moved to Irvine California for a job transfer and I am now looking for a new family to call me their Mary Poppins.
I have more than 10-years of full-time experience with...
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"Laura is exceptional! Creative, fun, smart, organized, always putting the needs of the kids and parents first. Truly, a nanny extraordinaire! "
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I am a Mom of two wonderful children, ages 22 and 20. Over the years I have been a Nanny for many different families. I have worked as a Swim Instructor teaching children with Autism and Special Needs to swim. I have volunteered at the Shea Center for therapeutic riding. I love to read to kids, spark their creativity and get...
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"Laura took wonderful care of my 16 month old daughter and made me feel very comfortable. She was the first hired sitter that I'd ever had watch my baby girl and she did a great job and made me feel safe and at...
Reviewed by Katie F.
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I have 6 younger cousins that I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and continued to babysit for many other families before I started college. My youngest cousin was 2 years old when I first started babysitting so I am very comfortable working with young children. I am CPR certified with first aid training. I have my...
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"Charlotte is the one and ONLY babysitter for my 4 year old daughter! Finding a sitter for my daughter who’s never been away from me was an extremely daunting task. She watches my daughter once a week every...
Reviewed by Whitley P.
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I just love to help and see people happy .....
I am: Teacher, Mom, wife, Friend... I work with kids.... I believe that go around , come around.... I do the best I can to help, maybe I will be the person need help in the future.... and I will appreciated it!!!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Laguna Hills, CA
Miranda M.
5.0
Miranda gave me such a sense of capability and trustworthiness, I think she'll be able to handle anything I throw her way. I'm so glad we found her!
- Jessica M.
Faith G.
5.0
Faith has watched my four kids since they were babies. She has a true passion for kids and babies. My kids love her and look forward to when she comes over to watch them. I never worry about the safety of my children when they are with Faith. She is dependable, always on time, and follows all of the...
- Care member
Marina B.
5.0
Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her as I trust her 100 percent with both my kids. She has been a blessing.
- Tiffany S.
Rita D.
5.0
Rita was on time and very friendly to my kids, sent photos constantly to me to update situation, great work!
- Care member
Joni C.
5.0
Joni helped us with our 2 kids during distance learning. She had excellent references and joined our family and home seamlessly. She was organized, kind, caring, and adapted to our kids needs. She kept them engaged in learning, art, and outdoors adventures. Our children adored her and were mostly...
- Betsy B.
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