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Nancy K.

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
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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)
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$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 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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Well-Qualified Babysitter With Coaching And Nanny Experience

Chino Hills, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
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)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Behavior Support Is Here!

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
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$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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Garden Grove, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
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
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
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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Santa Ana, CA

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$26/hr
1 year experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
Making a positive impact on the lives of others is my daily goal. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with one year 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 assistance. I...
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Patient, Caring And Dependable Nanny/Caregiver

Orange, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
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 almost 10 years now. I have extensive experience from newborn and older. I love teaching for age appropriate, incorporating proper...
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Caring, Reliable, Trustworthy Caregiver

Anaheim, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
personal care
home modification
dementia
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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Optimistic, Patient And Fun!

Fullerton, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello, my name is Emma, and I am currently studying to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant at American Career College. Alongside my education, I work part-time as a barista and am now looking to take on a nanny position where I can continue working with children in a more meaningful and consistent way. I have over five...
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I Am Here To Lessen The Load! I Love Kids

Yorba Linda, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
hello families looking for sitters My name is Janell and I have a bachelors from biola university! I studied speech pathology, so working with kids is something I love and am passionate about. I live in Yorba Linda. I have weekend as well as afternoon/evening availability . In terms of experience, growing up I was heavily...
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Diamond Bar, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I bring over 10 years of experience caring for both children and seniors in a wide range of settings. I've worked as a substitute teacher, led a summer program caring for up to 15 children at once, and spent two years as a behavioral therapist supporting children with special needs both at home and in school. I hold a Doctorate...
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Fullerton, CA

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$35/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Patients: Hospice, case renal cancer Care: bed bath, feeding, medication, changing diaper, Colostomy bag changes, Patient: vascular dementia Care: close monitoring on what patient is doing, Feeding, medications Facility: 3 patients, change diapers, bed bath, feeding, Medication, transfer from bed to dining area and...
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Garden Grove, CA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I currently work at a high school for students with special needs. I enjoy working with them because they are so determined in everything they do. I like helping students reach their goals and potential. I also, enjoy getting to learn their likes and dislikes. I am very understanding and patient. The ages I have worked with is...
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Brea, CA

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$19/hr
I have experience doing ABA, respite and I currently work with special needs at Estancia High school only thing is I'm off at 3:30 wouldn't be able to make it to Huntington til a 3:45
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Here To Help

Anaheim, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have over a decade of experience with all ages. I love being a helping hand however I can. I have worked with several families over the year so I have all kinds of experience. I am open to learning to take on new responsibilities. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out.
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Registered Behavioral Technician And SLP Grad Student

Orange, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I work in special education particularly in a preschool for children on the Autism Spectrum and children with Down's syndrome. As a speech pathologist I specialize in building language through connection.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.27/hr as of March 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 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Sara Z.

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,...

- Tahnee S.

Michaela C.

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...

- Jasmine C.

Paige T.

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

- Sarah C.

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