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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lakeside, CA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Lakeside, CA
Melissa R.
Lakeside, CA
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I've owned my own school for 32 years and before and after school program loved by a career also worked with handicapped children and handicapped adults Also elderly assistant many references I love working with others very patient Also I Can Provide Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa took care of my 2 children full time for nearly 3 years and was great with them. She was a great teacher and took them to various activities around our area on a daily basis, which the kids loved. I...
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Socorro E Z.
Lakeside, CA
$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I'm a Caregiver, I am very patient, compassionate, loving. I provide my clients the best attention they need to make their life easier, I help them bathe, I prepare food, I give them their prescription medicines. I play games that help their memory, we walk and more .
Jade I.
Lakeside, CA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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hello! my name is Jade! I'm 27 years old and I have lived in California for almost a year in half! I am from Texas and I have worked with children for 5 years. I have been a live in nanny and I worked in an early learning childhood center! I have worked with all ages. I have worked with children who have special needs as well. I...
5.0
"She's great with children and will lovingly care for them."
Reviewed by Monica C.
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 is great with our 5 month old! She followed our schedule that we have with him, which is huge for us! When we came home our son was full of smiles. She is on time and keeps in contact with you. My...
Reviewed by Tara Y.
5.0
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Hello there my name Is Zury. I'm 34 years old. I'm a mother to 1 wonderful 10-year-old. Happily married and 2 beautiful dogs.
I love caring for my family and my friends.
My passion is to see people happy.
I'm a very honest and caring person. It should not take long for people to see that trait in me.
I have been in a...
5.0
"I had the privilege of hiring Zury on two separate occasions. The first was for respite care for me as I was a long-time caregiver for my wife who has dementia. Zury was kind and gentle with my wife and...
Reviewed by Ronald W.
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.
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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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.
5.0
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Hi San Diego! My name is Emily. I am a recent college graduate in search of local loving families to join.
As a former behavior technician and local nanny, I have years of diverse child and infant care experience. I have been working with children for nearly 6 years as a part-time nanny, tutor, lifeguard, and behavioral...
5.0
"Emily was on time and super nice and communicative. Will definitely hire her again to babysit!"
Reviewed by Megan Z.
5.0
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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 incredible! She took care of both of my special needs kids 11 month old and an almost 4 year old. Both absolutely loved her! I'm so glad she watched my kids, I completely trust her."
Reviewed by Tristan E.
5.0
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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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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.
Stephen L.
El Cajon, CA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello. I am glad to meet you. I am currently employed with the San Diego Unified School District in the physical handicapped department, and have been for the past 20 years. I also have over 20 years experience in working with senior citizens. In my years of experience, I have been trained on numerous disabilities ranging from...
5.0
"We’ve been so lucky to have Tony caring for our son. He is kind, cheerful, and caring and we always know that our son is in good hands . "
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I am a mom of 6 and grandma to 4. I was a stay at home mom and treasure caring for children. I love to bring education, music, cooking, and creative play to the children I care for. I am a child at heart and love to get on the floor and play with the kids. I am old fashioned and do the best I can not to include screen time in my...
Rawaa A.
El Cajon, CA
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello my name is Rawaa. I graduated from San Diego State University with my Bachelors in Child and Family Development. I have worked with all age groups from 6weeks to 18 years of age. I have also worked with special needs in programs, camps or 1 on 1 sessions. I have coached children sports as well so can help provide sports...
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Greetings,
Thank you for viewing my profile. I started My professional experience includes over 10 years of teaching children with special needs, as well as 10 years of tutoring, advocating, IEP review, respite care, and school facilitating.
I hold Master's Degrees in Special Education as well as Professional Counseling, with...
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I Worked at Sharp Hospital for five years where I helped teach aquatic therapy to special needs kids. I am fully vaccinated, and Can get First Aid and CPR certified renewal upon request. I Nannied for my first family age newborn to 1 yr before they moved. I nannied for my second family for three boys, twins age 11 and my...
Huda M.
El Cajon, CA
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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My name is Huda I have my own transportation and am willing to be CPR certified. A little about me is I , I am a mother of a 26-year-old daughter, 23-year-old daughter, and of a 30-year-old special needs son. I have experience working with kids at Cuyamaca College for 1 year in their children day care. I have also have 10 years...
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I have experience caring for children, with development delays, slight autism, and bi-polar disorder. The key to caring for children with special needs is patience and love. I also have experience with caring for foster children and meeting their needs for a loving and patient consistent person in their lives.
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I would love to get to know your kiddos/ special needs and help them grow as individuals ! I am able to help wherever needed and am so excited to encourage yall!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lakeside, CA
Melissa R.
5.0
Melissa took care of my 2 children full time for nearly 3 years and was great with them. She was a great teacher and took them to various activities around our area on a daily basis, which the kids loved. I trusted Melissa with my children and highly recommend her to future families.
- Care member
Jade I.
5.0
She's great with children and will lovingly care for them.
- Monica C.
Esther M.
5.0
Esther is very thoughtful and caring, also punctual and very flexible with her availability. My grandson adores her, and I can't say enough good things about her, we are so fortunate to have her.
- Bob B.
Zury L.
5.0
I had the privilege of hiring Zury on two separate occasions. The first was for respite care for me as I was a long-time caregiver for my wife who has dementia. Zury was kind and gentle with my wife and benefited greatly for having a break several days a week to have some personal time. The...
- Ronald W.
Grace P.
5.0
Grace is amazing! She has watched my kids regularly while distance learning, over summer break, and for date nights. The kids look forward to seeing her every time. She always treats them with kindness and patience and is great with finding age-appropriate activities for different age-groups. I will...
- Melissa C.
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