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60 special needs caregivers are listed in National City, CA

The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in National City, CA

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Shams J.


La Mesa, CA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

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I have been working with special needs since 2015, and also worked as a teacher aid in a special Ed class. currently, I am working as a registered behavior technician. I took many classes in college for child development and child behavior psychology.
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Lucia R.


Coronado, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Lucia

5.0

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Compassionate, dedicated, and highly skilled CDA and RBT certified childcare worker that pays particular attention to the youth by providing educational, therapeutic, and emotional support. With high empathy and excellent listening skills, a passion for people highlights my connection, as well as certifications, for a positive...
5.0
"She is incredibly positive, nurturing, patient, and compassionate with children. She always an amazing amount of energy, and has a wonderfully trustworthy personality."

Reviewed by Care member

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Melissa G.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

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I have experience caring for those with special needs. I love helping others and watching them achieve their goals. In addition to this in have also had multiple family members who have these needs as well.
5.0
"Melissa is a sweet, dependable young woman who helps me with personal care (lifting, transferring, hygiene care, dressing, medicine administration, household care, etc.), because I have a physical disability....

Reviewed by Angie L.

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Daylin N.


Chula Vista, CA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello I'm Daylin and I'm 24 years old. I'm Certified in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED. I've been attending Southwestern college for 3 1/2 years now and I was studying to be a pastry chef but found out that taking care of kids is my passion and now I'm studying to be a kindergartner teacher. I have several years of...
5.0
"Daylin is such a great nanny/babysitter for our 1 year old and 3 year old. She took such great care of them. The kids love her! She taught my 1 year old so much. She loves reading books to them. Now my 1 year...

Reviewed by Candice C.

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Ashli L.


Chula Vista, CA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi there! My name is Ashli and I am currently in a post graduate program interning at an elementary school working to become a speech language pathologist assistant after having received my bachelors in speech language and hearing sciences last year. I have worked in childcare for over 6 years across various age ranges from...
5.0
"Ashli is dependable and great with kids! "

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Stephanie B.


La Mesa, CA

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello all! I have a great amount of experience in aiding for your special needs family members ! From teens in all 4 years of high school to seniors in daily aid.
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Nancy S.


La Mesa, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider for Special Needs

5.0

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I have two grown sons with autism. Besides raising special needs children, I have cared for other children and adults with various special needs. I also work with elderly people with visual impairments, stroke, diabetes and other challenges.
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Kelly W.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Care Giver

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Special needs teacher and experienced child care giver. I love children, and helping families! Comfortable with children of all ages and needs.
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Janneth F.


San Diego, CA

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Happy And Fun

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Hi. I have been a Nanny for more the 30 years. For 2 years, I worked weekends in a Senior home and I loved the experience. Hi I'm a Nanny for special needs kids, I have experience whit medication, PT OT , I love to cook In August I start with a new family close to San Diego zoo M to F 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. I'm looking for extra...
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Amandeep K.


San Diego, CA

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

The Best Sitter

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I have years of babysitting experience since the age of 15, I recently worked at a school for children with special needs and loved babysitting on the side. Love to hang out, go on adventures and bring smiles to everyone I babysit.
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Diana A.


San Diego, CA

$21-30/hr7 yrs exp

Grad. Student With 7 Yrs Exp. Caring For Children

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Bilingual and experienced caring for children ages 18 mos- 5 years old in a school setting and home based. Previous experience also caring for children with special needs.
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Cecilia M.


San Diego, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 5 years of experience working with Alzheimers patients. I also have a lot of Experience working with special needs children. I was previously working at the preschool for the Irvine school district for 16 years. I can also help with any Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing.
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Victoria H.


Imperial Beach, CA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Victoria! I Am A First Year Teacher Trying To Pay My Way Through My Masters!

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Hi! I am a first year teacher who is currently in school to get my masters in special education. I am looking for a side gig to make extra money to pay for my masters. I have tons of experience with watching children of all ages (special needs as well), dog sitting, house sitting, and watching elderly. I have been doing this...
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Lindsey L.


San Diego, CA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter/Nanny That Makes Learning Fun!

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I have 10 years of experience working with kiddos of all ages across many different settings. I've been a behavioral therapist, early childhood educator, a nanny, and a substitute teacher. I'm comfortable working with kids of all ages including those with special needs. I specialize in encouraging children's development and...
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Ryan S.


San Diego, CA

$25-45/hr2 yrs exp

Ryan S In Los Angeles

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Hi! I am an educator with 2 years of experience working in elementary schools, helping children build emotional communication and educational skills. At my school, I work with children ages 4 and up, using a curriculum of emotional support to help children process their feelings. I also spend a lot of time playing games and...
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Josseline L.


Chula Vista, CA

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

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Love and tranquility, patience, is what I have the most, why did I decide on this job? Because since I knew that my 6-year-old daughter was with special needs I understood that it is not easy but not impossible to get ahead and above all learn, and now I can help and do something I like, take care of, teach and above all learn...
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Kat S.


San Diego, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mindful Babysitter

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I've babysat children since I was in high school more than 10 years ago. I'm comfortable with multiple children, can help with carpool (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee) and happy to help with other things around the house. One of my younger cousins I used to consistently babysit is special needs
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Zaira G.


San Ysidro, CA

$21-37/hr9 yrs exp

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Responsable, paciente, alegre Me gusta ayudar a familias en la formación de la educación de los niños y ser apoyo a los padres para el desarrollo y cuidado de sus hijos. Estoy buscando un trabajo estable que tenga un ambiente sano y agradable.
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Lauren C.


Chula Vista, CA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Lauren

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I am a very outgoing and caring person. My favorite hobby is cooking. I play a collegiate sport in college and currently getting my bachelors in behavioral sciences. I'd describe my personality as outgoing, creative, and giving I like working with kids because you can learn so much from them and it will help me to prepare...
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Cora W.


San Diego, CA

$25-42/hr5 yrs exp

Professional Artist, Psych Major, And Special Education Tutor

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I am an artist, educator, and psych major with 6 years of care experience. I have worked for non-profits with children and adults with special needs, as an arts and crafts instructor for kids camps, a high school tutor and an after school art instructor. I love working with kids and have a high level of integrity. I am so...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in National City, CA

Lucia R.

5.0

Ms. Paula is caring and will love your child as her own from the very moment she meets them. No matter how easy or difficult your child’s personality might be, Ms. Paula somehow connects with them to the point that your child will always cherish her. You learn from Ms. Paula at the same time you...

- Care member

Melissa G.

5.0

Melissa is a sweet, dependable young woman who helps me with personal care (lifting, transferring, hygiene care, dressing, medicine administration, household care, etc.), because I have a physical disability. She handles each task with care, professionalism, and compassion. I also admire her...

- Angie L.

Daylin N.

5.0

Daylin is such a great nanny/babysitter for our 1 year old and 3 year old. She took such great care of them. The kids love her! She taught my 1 year old so much. She loves reading books to them. Now my 1 year old is always coming up to me with a book in her hands to read. Daylin also did things I...

- Candice C.

Ashli L.

5.0

Ashli is dependable and great with kids!

- Care member

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Ratings for National City, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in National City, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.