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Gina F.

Caregiver For Special Needs And Autism

Aliso Viejo, CA

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$45/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible and fun I like working with kids because it's rewarding. I love spending time with kids! They are my favorite people! I want to provide respite care for parents and families of Autistic children and adults. I am a mother of two and I ve been working with special ed kids for...
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Irvine, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
For 2 years I worked at a preschool in Irvine as an Instructional Aid for children ages 3-5. I taught in a general education setting as well as special needs. I love what I do! Currently, I am earning my multiple subject teaching credential from Cal State Fullerton and am teaching 3rd grade. I enjoy spending time hiking and...
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Santa Ana, CA

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$27/hr
22 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
40 years old, loving mother and experienced childcare provider with over 20 years of expertise, education in early childhood development and nutrition. Dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive. Specializing in early childhood education, experience with all age groups from infant to teens....
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Laguna Niguel, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Originally from Brazil, I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology, where I developed expertise in child development, behavioral management, and emotional well-being. With over 10 years of experience caring for and supporting children and families, I have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers, including...
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Loving Nanny!

Mission Viejo, CA

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$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi my name is Pam I have over 15 years plus experience helping families. I can help with homework, driving, chores, cooking. I can play and do arts and crafts . I love to have fun and laugh, but can set limits Im a retired RN but presently work at a local school with Autistic students thru the Capo District which I've enjoyed...
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Tustin, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Annalece. I'm a warm, caring, and dependable person who loves working with kids and supporting families. I have a few years of childcare experience, along with a background in retail and the restaurant industry, which has helped me build strong communication and responsibility skills. I've worked with kids of all...
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$21/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
dementia
I am a compassionate and dependable caregiver with experience supporting children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. I bring patience, strong communication skills, and a deep sense of responsibility to every job. In past roles, I've helped with daily routines, homework, meal prep, and provided emotional support....
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Irvine, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I'm Vanessa. I have extensive babysitting experience with infants, toddlers, and teens. Over the past three years, I've worked at the district attorney's office, where I learned honesty and gained skills in working with children who have special needs and trauma backgrounds. I love arts and crafts, reading, and...
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Aliso Viejo, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Bringing joy and nurturing growth to young lives is my passion. My previous babysitting experiences sparked a desire to positively impact children's lives and support families by providing reliable care. With a graduate degree and three years of experience, I am comfortable caring for one child at a time. I am patient, calm,...
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Child Care

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello!! Nice to meet you My name is Alyssa and as a caregiver, there's nothing more rewarding than supporting families and watching the children in my care thrive. With over five years of childcare experience, I've had the pleasure of working with children of various ages, from infants to preteens. I just finished nannying two...
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Mission Viejo, CA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
my name is Tiana though I usually go by Tee. i'm here to help make your life a little bit easier. I'm a balance of calm and energetic, I have a passion for childcare and will personalize however needed. Im very comfortable with house cleaning and food preperation. I have 9 years of experience and 2 years paid babysitting (all...
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Special Needs Caregiver/Personal Assistant

Irvine, CA

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$35/hr
4 years experience
I'm passionate about people. I've spent the last year working as an ESL instructor to children ages 5-13 in an online classroom. Prior to that I worked as a personal assistant to an adult client with nonverbal Downs Syndrome. I worked with this client for two years. During that time, I transported the client to and from...
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Irvine, CA

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$20/hr
Hello! I would love to help and care for your loved one. I am very caring and have lots of patience. I have lots of experience with children, special needs and seniors. Please feel free to message me to hear more! Thanks for your time.
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Irvine, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Vierra and I am currently a first year student at UC Irvine. I am trying to earn money to support myself through college and I love working with kids, so I am looking for babysitting jobs. I have lots of experience working with kids as a babysitter, nanny, and swim instructor. I also have experience with kids and...
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Aliso Viejo, CA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I am here for your family and will always do my best to care and nurture your loved one in many task. I am a EMT.
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Part-Time Caregiver, Experienced With Elderly, And Disabilities..Medical Assistant, CPR Certified And First Aid Certified, 9-10 Experience.

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I 've worked with elderly in Elderly Homes, worked with Parkinson's, MS patients, RA patients, Stroke patients and Dementia patients, also children with ADHD, and transferred people many times, either from bed to bathroom or to car. I have also worked with catheters and much more, love doing caregiving and take pride in it....
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Part Time Caregiver Available

San Juan Capistrano, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I was raised in a family with 2 members who had developmental disabilities. Since then I have worked for the Regional Center of Orange County and am a Social Security Disability Representative. I love helping people and bringing out the best in them.
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$25/hr
I provide calm, friendly, consistent, reliable one to one support for youth, teens, and adults through in person or remote communication by phone call, text, or video. Consistent check ins and structured or on-call companionship, focusing on steady presence, accountability, and supportive connection.
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Santa Ana, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I love working with kids because they're curious and full of energy. I enjoy helping them learn/grow by creating a safe and trustworthy environment for them to explore, while simultaneously supporting their confidence, emotional growth, and overall well-being. I'm looking for a consistent part time nannying job, ideally 2-3...
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Mahnaz K.'s Photo

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$30/hr
I have some experience with autism, I'm very responsible, detailing and kind person, helping people make me happy and proud.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of May 2026

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

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