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Tinashe S.

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant December 2023 American Red Cross- BLS/First Aid Certified CPR/BLS skill training I graduated High school in 2023 then took a gap year to get some work experience, and will be starting at Saddleback in the fall. I will be aiming for a nursing degree. I would like to continue working with kids...
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Lorna V.

Experienced Tutor And BONUS Babysitter

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I'm a tutor and also available to BABYSIT for date nights/holidays/late night hours -Over 28 years tutoring/childcare experience -Working w/ variety of abilities & individual needs -Tutored over 60 students in Laguna Niguel area -Accepting students pre-K to college -Homeschool curriculum available -Workbooks provided -Latin...
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Karlie S.

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi, my name is Karlie! I'm 28 and I currently live in Laguna Niguel. Taking care of children has always been something that I love to do. I enjoy connecting with kids and I like to be a reliable, comforting figure to them while their parents are away. I started nannying at 19 and have turned it into a career for myself. I...
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Scotlynn S.

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! My name is Scotlynn. I have been professionally babysitting/nannying for 5 years. But my experience doesn't stop there. I am oldest of 9 cousins. Therefore I have been the built-in babysitter since a very young age. That made me very maternal and creative. I am CPR certified and First-Aid trained. I have experience with...
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Francis M.

Caregiver

Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with extensive experience supporting children with special needs. Skilled in providing personalized care, assisting with daily activities, and implementing therapeutic strategies tailored to each child's unique requirements. Proficient in fostering positive behaviors, ensuring safety, and...

Diana S. says "Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!"

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Aileen R.

Aileen

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Looking for part time Monday-Friday. I currently work with children and have years of experience at a school with children with special needs. I'm very loyal, patient, and kind. I have experience with health and fitness so I'm very active.

Care Member says "5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is extremely...

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Laura L.

Part-time Caregiver For Children

San Clemente, CA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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 and at my children's preschool and elementary school when...

Care Member says "Please contact me. I cant message you. Need a nanny. "

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Joni C.

Nanny/Family Assistant

Dana Point, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Betsy B. says "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,...

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Aileen R.

Today Is A Good Day For Someone To Care.

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as loyal sensitive responsible I like caring for seniors because I think they need to feel that people are here for them and they are not alone. I'm looking for a job that I can help others and make their day a little easier knowing someone can help when needed I started caring for seniors...

Care Member says "Aileen was a pleasure have as a caretaker: she is enthusiastic, creative and engaged."

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Jennifer R.

Special Needs Provider

Mission Viejo, CA

4.4(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am one of the happiest people you will ever meet. :) I love helping people. I am a Christian and I love God! I have 2 grown children that are doing exceptionally well and I am very proud of. I am a non smoker and do not drink. Certified in adult, children, infant CPR current with First Aid too! I...

Jennifer L. says "Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman. "

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Carolyn M.

Loving Mama Bear

Newport Coast, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.

Richard B. says "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...

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Charlotte B.

Part Time Babysitter Or Caregiver Available

Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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...

Care Member says "My children LOVED Charlotte! She is so kind an fun. She is completely responsible and professional. Could not recommend a better nanny. "

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Guadalupe H.

Laguna Beach, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
I love what I do and I have a lot of patience for people. I loving giving my clients the opportunity to make their own decisions but in safe way. I like to make them feel good and encourage them. I'm very outgoing and like the outdoors .
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Julie M.

Julie - Mom & Yoga Teacher

Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! I am a Mission Viejo mother of 3 (16, 18, 21) & 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...

Tatiana M. says "Julie is very sweet, nurturing, and attentive to my almost 18 month old. My daughter is very happy in her care. Julie is even thoughtful enough to bring...

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Kaitlin F.

Your Second Hand

San Clemente, CA

4.3(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Dedicated and compassionate nanny with over 12 years of experience in providing exceptional childcare. Adept at implementing Montessori methods to foster independent learning and development. Extensive experience in caring for multiples and children with special needs. Proven track record of creating nurturing and structured...

Erin G. says "Kaitlin looked after our 3 year old for the day on a recent visit to Ojai. She took great care of him, and went the extra mile on a few things that day. She...

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Carolyn M.

Newport Mama/Grandmother

Newport Coast, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Carolyn was amazing! Prompt, professional and my 2 year old son immediately took to her :) "

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Adriana G.

San Clemente, CA

3.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Adriana and I am 34 years old I have a beautiful 9-year-old daughter and 3 years old Son I live at Dana Point I have 14 years of experience with taking care of children and 3 years of experience with special needs like feeding by G-tube and Traqueostomy . I have taken care of newborns and any age, I like to take...

Darlene K. says "I have hired Adriana and let me tell you she is absolutely Amazing!!!! I have twin 6 month baby girls and she does a fantastic job caring for them and...

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Adriana M.

Behavioral Therapist With Additional Experience

Laguna Beach, CA

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
5 years experience
Hello, my name is Adriana. I currently work as a Behavioral Therapist in the evenings in Irvine. I have extensive experience working with special needed or impaired people of all ages. I have worked in the medical field for almost 10 years. I have worked with an array of different people. I assist with self care, feeding,...
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Brianna R.

Born To Be A Babysitter

Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I was a full time nanny for four years and am now a special needs educator and have been for the past four years while continuing to babysit for families on occasion. I have experienced just about anything you could throw at me. I love taking the kids to the park, pool, and...

Ellie Z. says "Brianna is great. She has a positive and bubbly attitude, takes direction really well and is amazing with kids. My son LOVES her. I would absolutely...

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Elsa R.

Love To Be Of Service

Laguna Woods, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
CPR certified, Experienced caregiver, special needs Have transportation Live in Laguna Woods Love pets Friendly, compassionate, dependable, resourceful & respectful
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.29/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.4

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Laguna Niguel, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Laguna Niguel, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 75 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Francis M.

Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!

- Diana S.

Aileen R.

5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is...

- Care member

Laura L.

Please contact me. I cant message you. Need a nanny.

- Care member

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