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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mission Viejo, CA

The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Mission Viejo, CA

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Anna C.


San Clemente, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Would Rather Be Hanging With The Kiddos!

5.0

(9)

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I have always enjoyed working with kids of various ages. I enjoy keeping the kids busy with either fun indoor activities like crafts or outdoor activities like going to a local park or a fun beach day! I am good with all kids and have had many years of volunteer opportunities with kids with special needs including animal therapy...
5.0
"Anna helped watch our 2 boys (ages 2.5 and 8 months) a couple afternoons a week for the past 6 months and I have nothing but wonderful things to say about her. She is so fun and playful with our toddler as well...

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Rachael W.


Irvine, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(6)

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I am 31 years old and have 18 years of childcare experience as a nanny and sitter. I have worked with children newborn to 18 years from multiple families. My experience includes special needs care. I am friendly, responsible, and reliable. I love pets, but am allergic to cats. I am happy to help with date nights and occasional...
5.0
"Rachel is so wonderful and I would recommend her to anyone. She absolutely goes up and beyond your expectations and left my house sparking clean after taking wonderful care of my child!"

Reviewed by Sierra T.

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Danielle M.


Laguna Beach, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

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I have a true passion in caring for children with helping them learn and grow. I've worked with children for over 10 years through nannying, swim instructing, and yoga teaching. I'm a very active, fun, and outgoing person which compliments well in working with children. I have experience with all ages from newborns to teenagers,...
5.0
"Danielle helped me out huge with not only the kiddos, but errands, groceries, laundry. She's a keeper!!"

Reviewed by Mindy D.

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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$30-51/hr10 yrs exp

Newport Mama/Grandmother

5.0

(4)

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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...
5.0
"As a parent, trusting someone with the care of your precious children is a decision that requires the utmost consideration. When we first met Carolyn, we were immediately struck by her warm and genuine...

Reviewed by Frank T.

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Rita D.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Back-up Care Specialist

5.0

(4)

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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...
5.0
"Rita was on time and very friendly to my kids, sent photos constantly to me to update situation, great work!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Joni C.


Dana Point, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Family Assistant

5.0

(1)

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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...
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...

Reviewed by Betsy B.

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing, Fun, Reliable, Dependable Sitter/nanny

4.8

(46)

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I absolutely LOVE children/kids and animals! About me: I am kind, loving, patient, empathetic, great disposition, fun, energetic and outgoing! I love the beach, walking, hiking, music, reading, boating, traveling and amusements parks! I live in Laguna Niguel. I am married, have three sons and three beautiful grandsons! I have a...
5.0
"Carri has excellent people skills with the innate ability to read people (both verbally and non verbally). Her professional posture and commitment to excellence is contagious. Engaging Carri's help in her...

Reviewed by John B.

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Rebecca K.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Experienced With Elderly, And Disabilities..Medical Assistant, CPR Certified And First Aid Certified, 9-10 Experience.

3.5

(4)

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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....
3.0
"I have given the address and after giving two weeks message back and forth. She canceled at the last minute due to no patience to wait for messaging, in while she asked for address which was given before."

Reviewed by Shaoqing X.

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Laura K.


Irvine, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny For Hire

5.0

(4)

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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...
5.0
"Laura is really great at childcare. We've had her care for our grandchildren and we've watched her handle both good behavior and challenging behavior. She is competent, gentle and caring as well as bright and...

Reviewed by Care member

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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter Available Weekends And Some Weekdays

3.0

(2)

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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...
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...

Reviewed by Tiffany S.

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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$27-50/hr6 yrs exp

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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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.
5.0
"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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Teresa E.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr

Part Time Help Available .........

5.0

(1)

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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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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mama Bear

5.0

(1)

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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.
5.0
"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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Faith D.


Trabuco Canyon, CA

$21-26/hr3 yrs exp

Cerebal Palsy Experienced Sitter

5.0

(3)

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Hello! I've had six years of experience with babysitting, and three years experience of specifically sitting for children/younger teens with extreme cerebral palsy. I am an engaging and empathetic sitter, and because of my experience, I understand the special needs and care that children with cerebral palsy must receive. I also...
5.0
"Faith has been a wonderful asset to Team S! She tutors and assists our daughter with basic living needs such as feeding, toileting and showering. She is a fast learner and helps to keep the pace lively which...

Reviewed by Rachel S.

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Jenny W.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time

5.0

(1)

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Hi..... I have been a child care provider for 22 years as well as a senior care provider for 8 years. I have worked with children with Asperger's as well as mild autism, OCD and anxiety and I have wonderful references. Special needs to me just means extra special care and being there to help with those extra tough days.
5.0
"Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for...

Reviewed by Greg O.

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Reihan T.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Sitter Who Is Healer

5.0

(1)

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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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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse Available For Part-time Elder And Special Needs Care

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Hello! My name is Linda and I am a retired RN who is available to help with your part-time care needs. I have extensive experience with both special needs children (Down syndrome) and elder care, including dementia, post-stroke and post-surgical support. I'm happy to help with everything from medication management to companion...
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Colleen P.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

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I have primarily worked in education, particularly with children with special needs. I have also done hospice care and am CPR trained. My family has long even involved with Operation Help a Hero through Camp Pendleton and also Habitat for Humanity.
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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$24/hr2 yrs exp

Today Is A Good Day For Someone To Care.

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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...

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Alongside taking care of my 7-year-old niece and 4-year-old nephew on the weekends and summer, I have worked with special needs children of all different ages for the past 4 years. I am 23 years old and have 6 years of childcare experience. Taking care of children is a passion of mine. I enjoy doing arts and crafts and making...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mission Viejo, CA

Anna C.

5.0

We had the pleasure of having Anna as our nanny for 2 years. She became best friends with our 2 year old son and would take care of him as if he was her own. She met every expectation a parent could have including being responsible, dependable, trustworthy, patient, kind, and overall had the best...

- Care member

Rachael W.

5.0

Rachel is so wonderful and I would recommend her to anyone. She absolutely goes up and beyond your expectations and left my house sparking clean after taking wonderful care of my child!

- Sierra T.

Danielle M.

5.0

Danielle is extremely caring and has the keen ability to make kids feel comfortable and at ease. Particularly with our 4 year old the love was instant. As if they had known each other for years. She is also willing to help with anything you may need in the house to try make your life easier, always...

- Vartan S.

Carolyn M.

5.0

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!

- Hallie 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

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Ratings for Mission Viejo, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Mission Viejo, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.