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Therese F.

Special Needs Helper

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Hi, My name is Therese and I have been a resident and homeowner of Rancho Santa Margarita for the past 24 years. I am a loving, patient single mother 3 amazing children, ages 16, 19, and 22. I was a stay-at-home mom for 16 years. I loved this role of nurturing and caring for my children on a daily basis. My two older children...
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Care Companion, Special needs

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! My name is Rivka and I am very interested in this job opportunity. I have a lifetime experience caring for children, growing up with three younger siblings I helped raise. I also have experience working in a preschool, a day camp, an after school program, and as a nanny as well, and am coming up on my third year as a...
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Priscilla! I am currently a Junior in college studying biology and pre-vet medicine. I do have experience working with infant, youth, teens, and adults with special needs. All of my high school I was a involved in all things Special Olympics and had the opportunity to represent SoCal as a youth leader and helped...
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Trustworthy, And Reliable

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

from
$19/hr
10 years experience
I'm a positive and energetic single mother of twins. My son is typical, and my daughter has Down syndrome. I love kids. I love teaching moments, and I truly believe it starts at home. Recently, I've been busy raising my kiddos; however, now that they are older, I am looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing what...
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with special needs children for 15+ years.
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Retired RN with extensive experience with special needs children (Down Syndrome) and Elder care (Post-stroke, post-surgery, dementia, companion care) available for part-time work.
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children for over 25 years. I have worked with special needs children in the school setting for over 15 years and I am currently a school-based Speech Language Pathologist. I am available any time from January 1st to 12th, as I am on winter break at my job. I am a mom of two boys. Three words that I can best...
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

from
$17/hr
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have worked for several years as a professional care giver ranging from preschool through young adult. I have vast experience working with children as well as special needs in an individual and group setting, as well as a wide variety of after school programming.
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Hi There!

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Emma, and I'm 25 years old. I grew up in a very large family, and being the oldest of 14 grand children has given me plenty of experience taking care of little ones, in every shape and form. I am currently a Para Educator for a local high school, where I directly work with students who have mild to moderate special...
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

1.0(0)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Violeta! (: I am a babysitter/nanny located in Southern California. I have 4+ years experience working with children. I have worked with newborns, toddlers, children, as well as children and pre teens with special needs. I've worked in homes as well as in a more professional school environment. I absolutely love working...
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Retired Nurse Available For Part-time Elder And Special Needs Care

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
personal care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Linda and I am a retired RN who is available to help with your part-time care needs. I have extensive experience with both special needs children (Down syndrome) and elder care, including dementia, post-stroke and post-surgical support. I'm happy to help with everything from medication management to companion...
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Aileen

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Looking for part time Monday-Friday. I currently work with children and have years of experience at a school with children with special needs. I'm very loyal, patient, and kind. I have experience with health and fitness so I'm very active.

Care Member says "5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is extremely...

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Caregiver (retired LPN)

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
20+ years experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Working in a number of settings. From newborns to end of life care.

Maria A. says "Debra not only has high professional standards, but she also has a very compassionate and caring heart. She is highly energetic. I felt she cared deeply...

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Fun And Loving Childcare Provider With Over 8 Years Of Experience.

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I was born and raised in Washington State and I am new to Orange County. I have experience with all ages of kids including infants. I attended a performing arts college in Corona and through this school I have had many opportunities to travel the world working with over 5, 000 children, including places like Japan, Germany,...

Care Member says "Maddie is a must hire. She goes above and beyond when it comes to caring for those she is responsible for. I have used her for both daytime and...

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Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been a preschool teacher before going to college. I recently worked with ABA Therapy with children on the Autism Spectrum. I have been an aide in middle school with learning disabilities. My social work experience has been with a foster care agency and outpatient psychiatric hospital. My real experience has been being a...

Karen C. says "Ina was wonderful with our 2 year old boy and 4-month old girl. She was right on time/a little early, thoughtful, considerate, and anticipated what needed...

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Experience Babysitter Available Weekends And Some Weekdays

Irvine, CA

3.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Recent graduate student. However, I had many years of taking care of special needs since my sister is special needs. I was also the leader of the children's department at my church where I was responsible for helping and teaching them various skills they needed in school. throughout my life, I have been part of various outreach...

Tiffany S. says "Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional...

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Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.

Shannon F. says "I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has...

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Part Time Babysitter Or Caregiver Available

Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I have 6 younger cousins that I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and continued to babysit for many other families before I started college. My youngest cousin was 2 years old when I first started babysitting so I am very comfortable working with young children. I am CPR certified with first aid training. I have my...

Care Member says "My children LOVED Charlotte! She is so kind an fun. She is completely responsible and professional. Could not recommend a better nanny. "

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Outgoing, Fun, Reliable, Dependable Sitter/nanny

Laguna Niguel, CA

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I absolutely LOVE children/kids and animals! About me: I am kind, loving, patient, empathetic, great disposition, fun, energetic and outgoing! I love the beach, walking, hiking, music, reading, boating, traveling and amusements parks! I live in Laguna Niguel. I am married, have three sons and three beautiful grandsons! I have a...

Care Member says "I recently adopted a rescue dog, William, and had to travel out of town for a weekend. It had only been 6 weeks since the adoption and I was not...

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Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

Laguna Niguel, CA

4.6(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....

Kristen R. says "Carrie is honest, dependable, trustworthy and full of positive energy! I hired Carrie to care for my 2 cats, take care of my house, mail, plants etc...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.64/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 1.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Aileen R.

5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is...

- Care member

Debra S.

Debra not only has high professional standards, but she also has a very compassionate and caring heart. She is highly energetic. I felt...

- Maria A.

Maddie G.

Maddie is a must hire. She goes above and beyond when it comes to caring for those she is responsible for. I have used her for both daytime...

- Care member

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