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Jenissa M.

I Will Care For Your Loved One Like My Own

Diamond Bar, CA

3.0(0)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience
My name is Jenissa , and I am a first-generation university graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and an emphasis in Social Work. My previous experience includes working as a Certified Nurse's Assistant and providing care to children with disabilities, such as autism and ADHD (moderate-severe), as well as to elderly...
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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
Personal care
home modification
dementia
hospice services
visiting physician
+ 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 7 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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Santa Ana, CA

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hi There! I can help with Everything you need. My specialty is theater and dance but as a psychology major student, since I gave my heart to serving in healing sector, I got involved with teaching general education to kids with learning disabilities as well. I developed a believe that true way of teaching anything to anyone...
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Full-Time Nanny Available

Anaheim, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
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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La Mirada, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a college graduate with a bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I have experience working at a private elementary and middle school, and have also been a full time nanny for the past multiple years. I am dependable, patient, hardworking and creative. I am fully capable to help your child with schoolwork or to help...

Jasmine C. says "I was able to meet Michaela over zoom ahead of time. She was extremely gracious as I was extremely late to our zoom meeting, but she was super sweet and...

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Fun Productive And Lovable Sitter , Caregiving For Children And Seniors .

Garden Grove, CA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi my name is Jaquelin I am a mother , I have always loved children therefore I have worked with children in charity events , my daughter's PTA at their elementary. I've also worked in the dental field with children . I've done some caregiving for special needs children that has brought me a lot of experience with autism and...

Care Member says "Jacqueline is very caring and sweet. She took a great care for our baby. She was understanding to the unique needs of our baby and cared for her the way...

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Well-Qualified Babysitter With Coaching And Nanny Experience

Chino Hills, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
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
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Home Away From Home - Full-Time Child Care

Santa Ana, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
HOME AWAY FROM HOME Hi! I am a stay-at-home mom who has been providing loving child care from my home for 25 years! I provide nurturing, safe and reliable care for infants and toddlers in a small group environment (max3) I have many local references and I have experience with newborns, special needs, twins, digestive...

Care Member says "Kimmi has been such a bright spot in the chaos that is raising kids. She was and will forever be a part of our family. We can’t thank her enough for...

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Behavior Support Is Here!

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Updated - I recently worked as a nanny close to 2 years with a family with 2 kids on the spectrum *Background & DMV Clearance through current and past company as well as school districts . I am also *CPR Certified I have experience (work wise & personal ) on several levels of pediatric special needs; from cancer patients,...

Cynthia S. says "Kimberly is the most amazing and trustworthy person I had ever meet! She is so professional and considerate, she really care about the best for kids."

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Anaheim, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, Maryam! I currently reside in Anaheim California and have four years of childcare and nanny experience. I am available for full time hours. Contact me anytime for any details, thank you! I have experience in the following: Infants from 4-10 months old Toddlers from 1-5 years old Adolescent from 10-14 years old Special...
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Garden Grove, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I'm a nurturing and passionate childcare provider as a mommy/nanny over 5 years experience caring for children of all ages. As a trained and certified professional, I have the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for your child. I have experience working with children with...
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Anaheim, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My name is Stacey and I've been a professional nanny for 15 years. I am VERY punctual, dependable and responsible. I have over 30 years of experience including 12 years of being a foster mom to 52 children, in addition to my own grown children. I have experience with behavioral conditions (RAD, ADD/ADHD), speech delays, broken...
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Orange, CA

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$28/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
+ 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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Santa Ana, CA

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$26/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
mobility assistance
Making a positive impact on the lives of others is my daily goal. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with three years of experience, I am passionate about supporting adults and seniors in maintaining their well-being and independence. My background includes home health, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and mobility...
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Caring, Reliable, Trustworthy Caregiver

Anaheim, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
dementia
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 post rate is $24.25/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Placentia, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 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 L.

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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