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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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Sara Z.

Full Time Caregiver/Nanny

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
visiting physician
dementia
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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Abigail N.

Seeking A Long Term Babysitting Job

Anaheim, CA

4.3(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Abi! I have over about 10 years of experience in Child Care. I also have my Bachelors Degree of Science in Child and Adolescent Development and am working on my M. S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Online. I love kids of all ages. I have worked with special needs children before. I have been a toddler and...

Care Member says "Abi was with our family for a little over a year. We brought her on to help us transition from one to two children and to help me postpartum. She was...

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Natividad L.

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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Marie V.

Anaheim, CA

5.0(0)
from
$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm 26 years old I have over 7 years experience working with kids, and adults with disabilities. I'm currently an aide for a gentleman with schizophrenia. Have been with him since 2015. He has become family. I provide light house keeping, meal prep, grocery shopping, transportation to appointments, administrate medications, and...
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Lorri M.

Anaheim, CA

4.3(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I'm an energetic 61 yo semi-retired Respiratory Therapist of 40 years looking to babysit/nanny your little ones! I worked for 3 years babysitting for several OC families 2008-2012, from newborn to teenage, including special needs. Responsible for transportation, homework help, meal prep, overnights, meds, manners, and LAUGHTER!...

Care Member says "I cannot say enough good things about Lori. She is a blessing to our family! I originally hired Lori as a night nanny. It turns out my new baby was a...

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Stephanie G.

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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Aysel A.

Santa Ana, CA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Brittney R.

Full-Time Nanny Available

Anaheim, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
10 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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Jordynn L.

Walnut, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I bring a unique perspective to babysitting as the third oldest of 10 siblings. Growing up in a large family, I've always had a passion for nurturing and helping kids. I've volunteered in elementary schools, work as a pediatric nursing assistant, and gained valuable experience with special needs children. Whether it's providing...

Care Member says "Jordynn is an extremely well-rounded caregiver. She is amazing at multitasking, whether that be caring for more than one child or participating in...

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Nancy K.

Rowland Heights, CA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Sara Z.

Special Needs Caregiver / Nanny

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Michaela C.

La Mirada, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Jaquelin V.

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
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
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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Paige T.

Well-Qualified Babysitter With Coaching And Nanny Experience

Chino Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Brooke H.

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
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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Kimberly H.

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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Kimberly E.

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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Fantazia Z.

Garden Grove, CA

from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
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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Terquoise G.

Special Needs Sister Available As Helper

Fullerton, CA

from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
I am a special needs sibling with over 20 years in special education, mostly with high school and adult transition. I have a B. A. in English and can assist with basic supervision, practicing social skills and more. Open to virtual tutoring as well. I most enjoy doing crafts, educational activities, music, reading, and watching...
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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.

Abigail N.

Abi was with our family for a little over a year. We brought her on to help us transition from one to two children and to help me...

- Care member

Natividad L.

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

- Kathleen N.

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