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Janice H.

Loving Caregiver For All Types Of Needs

Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a 57yr old who has retired from working with doctors for 30 years. I began working as a house manager for a large family, handling many daily needs, which include: shopping, meal preparation, driving, organizing, cleaning, pet care, and everything that each day brought. When that job ended, I began my next adventure as a...

Joann G. says "Janice is the best always early, dependable, joy filled, exceptional worker"

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Personal Care Attendant

Oceanside, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
I'm a Special Education Teacher and have worked in the field for over 15 years. I have experience with a wide range of needs and ages. It's my passion! I'm also a mother and animal lover! Feel free to send me a message, I'd love to chat further to see if it might be a good fit :) -Jennel
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Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
I'm a people person. I love to help and make people comfortable. Love children. I speak English and Spanish fluently. Have worked with patients who have Cancer, Dementia, Diabetes Care, Stroke Survivors, Autism , ALS Alzheimer's and companionship. Memory Care Specialist. Specialist in loving and positive care. Help with...

Care Member says "Diana is an excellent caregiver! My son diagnosed with autism connected instantly with Diana. She was kind, compassionate and fun. My husband and I...

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Experienced Aunty Of 37 Nieces & Nephews

Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Raised my great nephew from 3 weeks to 8 yrs old. Experienced in all facets of care giving. Newborns, toddlers, children, elderly, special needs & developmentally disabled. Have lived in Oceanside 46 yrs Own my home, reliable transportation. Live scanned-Background checked & fingerprints on file. Negative T. B Covid...

Michael S. says "Sheila has been a wonderful addition to our family over the last year. She has shown up on time each day, never called off and has been so flexible! We...

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Childcare Is A Very Rewarding Job!

Oceanside, CA

4.7(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Having had six children of my own and had worked with special needs children at a school setting gives me the confidence and patience to work with children from infancy thru older years. I have my CPR/first certification.

Care Member says "Maria is part of our family we love her. My son gets exited every time she arrives. She plays with him, keep him clean, and happy. "

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Devoted, Joyful Caregiver

Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello! My name is Kasey. I am 25 years old and I play a very hands on, active, positive role in all the littles that I care for. I have 5+ years of experience in childcare such as caring for children, preparing and cooking meals 3x a day, light house keeping, and creating a stimulating, nurturing, and safe environment for kids...

Christina C. says "Kasey was very responsive and easy to speak with. She interacted well with our children in our (social distanced) in person interview. While we did...

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Love God , Love People

Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a people person. I love to help and make people comfortable. Love children. I speak English and Spanish fluently. Memory Care Specialist Have worked with patients who have Cancer, Dementia, Special Needs Diabetes Care, Stroke Survivors, Alzheimer's and companionship. Have experience with Bathing and grooming Feeding and...

Barbara M. says "Diana has been instrumental in so much positive change and development with my mother since she came on to care for her in August. She's made a huge...

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Caregiver, For Special Needs

Oceanside, CA

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$21/hr
6 years experience
I have plenty of experience working with children and teens that are mentally challenged , disabeled , and even autistic and other mental delays. I have over 6 years of experience and love working with those who ate in need of help. I would love to talk more with families to give further details.
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Special Needs Babysitter

Oceanside, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I currently work in the school district with special needs children and have done so for 2 years now. I have experience with children from 4 months old to 11 years old. I am studying to get my bachelors and furthermore my master's in Social Work.
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Special Needs (kids And Adults)

Oceanside, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Feel free to contact me. I have been working with special needs kids/adults for more than 10 years. I have a passion for caregiving and a desire to help others. I am an instructional aid sub in the Oceanside Unified School district.
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Experienced Medical Assistant For Special Needs And Personal Care Assistance.

Oceanside, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Tammy. I began working as a Home Health Aide after high school. I enjoyed working with people who required special needs, companionship, or personal assistance. While working, I enrolled in a Medical Assistant Course. Upon completing classes I worked as a Medical Assistant in a pediatric and family practice...
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Special Needs Learning, Play, Daily Living Skills, Problem Behavior

Oceanside, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Experience includes: Three years private care provider for MS client, 6 years of behavior intervention working with ASD clients, and 18 years as Adult Residential Facility Administrator for Developmentally Disabled. Self-Starter: Highly independent, creative problem solver, detail-oriented, and adaptable. Interpersonal &...
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Oceanside, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hello. I'm married to a service member on Camp Pendleton and have a 5-year-old child. I will be in north county for at least 3 years, but likely longer. Now that my 5-year-old is in school, I'm looking for a way to make some extra money while doing what I enjoy doing, watching kiddos. I do have experience with special needs...
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I Have Worked With Seniors 20 Years And Disabled Adults 2 Years.

Oceanside, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 20 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Dressing Assistance. I try and live my life like God is my boss. I have worked for companies the last 20 years in management and home care and I would like to work in private homes now. Most of my experience is with seniors. More recently with disabled...
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Caregiver And Housekeeping Services

Oceanside, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
For the past 20 years, I have worked in various roles serving our community. I have been a preschool teacher, senior caregiver, and caregiver for special needs adults and children. In addition to this experience, I have managed a small housekeeping business serving North County. I am passionate about supporting families in their...
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Oceanside, CA

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$28/hr
1 year experience
About me : My name is Maria Sandra I am a mom to a 5-year-old boy who is very energetic and creative boy. -Bilingual (English/ Spanish). -EDUCATION: Early Childhood Development Education. currently working on getting all my certifications to become a preschool teacher. Experience: I have experience working with children on...
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Oceanside, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
hi my names baylee! I've worked with kids most of my life. My most beneficial experience was with a special needs down syndrome boy. I absolutely loved working with him. I looked forward to working with him everyday. I also nanny two other kids, I was their nanny for a year, it was a 9 yr old girl and 13 yr old boy. I would love...
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Oceanside, CA

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$17/hr
From 2001 to 2012 , I worked with ADHD/ Asperger students at the William Hart School District in Sta Clarita. During summer school sessions , I was assigned to the Down Syndrome population which was a great experience for me. The insight I drew from these experiences have been life changing and thus enlightening. I developed my...
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Oceanside, CA

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$17/hr
As a Registered Behavioral Therapist (RBT), I specialize in providing direct therapy to individuals, primarily those with autism and other developmental disorders. Working under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), I implement personalized behavior intervention plans, focusing on skill development,...
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Any kind Of Help I Am Here For It All

Oceanside, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Here to help in anyway. From childcare, adult care and also elderly care. Message me set up and day time.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.88/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Oceanside, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Oceanside, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Janice H.

Janice is the best always early, dependable, joy filled, exceptional worker

- Joann G.

Diana A.

Diana is an excellent caregiver! My son diagnosed with autism connected instantly with Diana. She was kind, compassionate and fun. My...

- Care member

Sheila S.

Sheila has been a wonderful addition to our family over the last year. She has shown up on time each day, never called off and has been so...

- Michael S.

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