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Sara Z.

Special Education Caregiver/Nanny

Orange, CA

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
10 years experience
I worked for Santa Ana USD for over 10 years in the special education department. Started with the elementary level promoted to middle and high school. Later with students who graduated from high school and became Regional Center clients. One of my responsibilities was to assist in their transition to become independent and deal...
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Jill Of Many Trades

Yorba Linda, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
I have a background in private education, after-school programs and non-profit fundraising. I left my job of 20+ years to take care of my 90-year-old mother that suffers from dementia until she needed full-time care. I owe a small business, work hard and have a number of resources and skills to help make your life easier. I...
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Full Time Caregiver/Nanny

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
+ 1 more
I worked at SAUSD with clients with special needs. Some with physical and/or mental challenges, I also work with several care giving agencies for over nine years, I am experienced working with clients with Alzheimer's , dementia, cancer, post surgery, also memory loss and/or mental disabilities, some of my responsibilities have...

Lorena P. says "Sara commits to her job, she goes beyond the patients needs. She is also very knowledgeable, and trustworthy."

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Part-time Care Giver To Assist With Special Needs.

Garden Grove, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I worked with student with special needs for 10 years in Palm Springs. The age group was from 3yrs-22 yrs old.

Kathleen N. says "My special need daughter improves significantly with Naty's help. "

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Personal Certified Chef and Personal Assistant

Buena Park, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
I love to cook! It is my passion to help others while creating and providing healthy meals. I have been cooking for over 10 years and can prepare just about anything. Nutrition is vital to living a healthy life. Our busy daily lives sometimes prevents us from eating excellent, nutritious, balanced meals at home. That's where I...

Sabrina L. says "We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very...

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Anaheim, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi there! My name is Breanna and I have 5 years of experience working as a nanny as well as 2 years with the Anaheim School District and 2 years working alongside ABA therapists. I used to teach classes of first graders and 4th graders, and have nannied for infants and toddlers, some of which with special needs, so I'm pretty...

Amanda R. says "Raven is amazing! She cared for my son so well and helped our family. Sad she is moving or she would still be with us :)"

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Full-Time Nanny Available

Anaheim, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
15 years of child care experience, 5 years of experience working with children with special needs. I am a very patient, warm, and knowledgeable nanny who enjoys being part of children's development and growth.

Luisa O. says "Brittney is wonderful with children. She has a calm and caring quality about her that children naturally gravitate toward. She can manage a classroom yet...

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Rowland Heights, CA

5.0(0)
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$19/hr
2 years experience
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver for individuals with special needs and can provide a safe and supporting environment. I am also responsible, positive, and hard-working, so I can give you essential and in-home support as well as emotional and physical assistance.
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Special Needs Caregiver / Nanny

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello my name is Sara. I am interested in your Babysitting/Nanny job opportunity and want to share some information about myself. I have been a Babysitter/Nanny/Caregiver for over 15 years. I worked for over 10 years with elementary & middle school children most of them with multiple special needs. As a Nanny it is my joy to...

Tahnee S. says "Sara has been a big help to my family in caring for our 2 year old son. She is very hands on, one on my one time, reads books, crafts, puzzles and...

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Anaheim, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Ruth, I have experience with kids with special needs, g tubes, catheterization, seizure care, feeding, lifting, diapering and tutoring. I love kids.

Angela A. says "Ruth was very flexible, punctual, reliable, and safe. My daughter loved receiving care from her and I never had to worry about my daughters safety while...

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Well-Qualified Babysitter With Coaching And Nanny Experience

Chino Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am an energetic, enthusiastic, caring and committed child care professional. I worked as a Recreation Leader with the Parks and Recreation department of Chino Hills, California for 4 years. I was assigned to youth sports and activities for the first three years, working with children from the ages three to 9 years old. In 2014...

Sarah C. says "Paige is truly a gem! She is incredibly organized and an excellent communicator. All of her references had the most wonderful things to say about her. We...

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Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, I'm Brooke! I have 7+ years of childcare experience, including working with special needs children in a middle school setting. I'm CPR & First Aid certified and a longtime swim instructor. I'm dependable, patient, and love creating fun, safe, and engaging activities that help kids learn and grow. I look forward to helping...

Sophia H. says "I hired Brooke as a nanny for my 2 kids (10 y/o girl, 6 y/o boy) for 5 months to help out with distance learning and childcare while my husband and I...

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Garden Grove, CA

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$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a nurturing and passionate childcare provider with over five years of experience caring for children of all ages. As a trained and certified professional, I possess the skills and knowledge to create a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for your child. I've also worked with children with special needs,...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Anaheim, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I have worked as a nanny/babysitter on and off for the past 25 years. I love reading, playing games and having adventures outdoors! I have experience taking care of kids of all ages as well as multiples and special needs children. I have helped families plan parties and cater events. I have worked as a personal assistant, chef...
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La Mirada, CA

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$26/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a currently graduate student studying speech-language pathology. I have had multiple internships in middle schools and elementary schools working with children with special needs from mild-severe. I have experience working with alternative modes of communication, and have some sign language to help promote communication. I...
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Anaheim, CA

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$26/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a 28-year-old female. I have 8+ years of professional experience with Special Needs Children (ages 6-25), and Elderly (dementia, bedbound, hospice). I'm fully CPR trained, HCA trained and have experience with both the gait belt and hover lift.
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Orange, CA

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$28/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
- I recently graduated from Chapman University and relocated to Newport Beach, bringing over four years of childcare experience with me. My background ranges from babysitting in my hometown to full-time nannying for a 3-year-old boy in Newport Beach for the past two years. I have experience working with special needs children...
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Orange, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
transportation
Have worked for Social Services Agency 35 years, worked with children, disabled and special needs in a cottage setting at Orangewood Children's home. I have a child that has been disabled since birth 31 years old now. Due to the different disability he has , I have been changing him since birth as he is bed bound and unable to...
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Orange, CA

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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Loving patient Personal Nanny I am responsible, patient, very attentive and caring, dependable also available for date nights and weekend care. I have been offering my service through care. com for over 14 years now. I have extensive experience from newborn through kinder. I love teaching through play and arts & crafts...
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Caring, Reliable, Trustworthy Caregiver

Anaheim, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
home modification
personal care
respite care
My name is Serafina, I am a Highly-dependable professional caregiver with good values, compassionate heart and over 10 years extensive for both adults and children with special needs. I have had experience with ages from 3 months to elderly with Down syndrome, Autism, Adhd, cancer, Alzheimer and more. I am well knowledgeable...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of June 2026

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Placentia, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Sara Z.

Sara commits to her job, she goes beyond the patients needs. She is also very knowledgeable, and trustworthy.

- Lorena P.

Natividad O.

My special need daughter improves significantly with Naty's help.

- Kathleen N.

Stephanie G.

We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time,...

- Sabrina L.

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