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San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For approximately I worked within the school district for elementary, middle, and high school district. Over 70% of my duties entailed working with special ed children.

Mohammed J. says "I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me...

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Extensive Background In Healthcare And Education

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$75/hr
10 years experience
Academic background: 1) UCLA- Biochemistry, 2) George Mason University- Nursing. My experience working both in and out of the hospital has afforded me invaluable firsthand knowledge of the many disparities in our healthcare system. My aim is to address those disparities through helping clients and their families attain their own...

Helen H. says "Adriana is the most compassionate, endearing, ambitious individual and we are so fortunate to have worked with her. When my mom's degenerative neurological...

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Patient, Grounded, Trustworthy Montessori-trained Nanny & Educator

San Diego, CA

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Patient, grounded, and trustworthy Montessori-trained Consultant, Neurodiversity Educator, & Nanny with over 23 years of experience guiding infants and children to be healthy independent individuals who trust life and understand their unique connection to community and environment. Expert household and administrative assistant,...
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FLEXIBLE SITTER FOR ALL YOUR NEEDS

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 38 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello families! My name is Gabrielle and here's some information on why I should be your sitter. I started caregiving because of my mother who is a career nanny and has taught me a lot. I have learned a lot myself in my 9 years of experience as both a sitter and a nanny caring for infants to pre-teens and even special needs...

Care Member says "Gabrielle was an amazing sitter for our 10 month old. We felt so comfortable as soon as we met her. I’d love to have her watch him again anytime! "

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San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Kathleen! I've babysat kids from 2 to 16 years old, including those with special needs. I'm a Navy Corpsman with an Allied Health degree and BLS certified, so safety and medical awareness are always a priority. I'm energetic and love keeping kids active with games, outdoor time, and creative activities. I'm reliable,...

Care Member says "Kathleen was our regular babysitter in 2021 to 2022 until she moved away. She was great with our 5 year old boy, who can be quite energetic and needs...

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Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Available

San Diego, CA

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Looking for a loving family. Experience with special needs children, newborns, infants, and toddlers - including twins and triplets. I am CPR/First Aid Certified with a great driving record. I am reliable, flexible, a pro at potty training, willing to do overnights, and can travel if needed, as well as open to family errands. I...

Care Member says "Lois was a wonderful babysitter for my son, starting when he was around 15 months old. Over the three months she was with us, she taught him so many fun...

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Child Care Provider

San Diego, CA

3.7(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
My true passion is fostering a child's growth and development, With 10 years of experience, I offer patient, calm, and creative care for up to four children. My background includes First Aid Training and CPR Training, and I am comfortable supporting children with special needs. Because I am a skilled swimmer, I enjoy providing...

Evelyn C. says "Love her. She's a great fit for our family. Timely, helpful, and great with the kiddos."

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Hi! I'm Manu

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
I am a physical therapist, a graduate of the Universidad Iberoamericana in Bogotá, Colombia. My training has been a great advantage in childcare, especially in supporting child development, motor skills, and working with children with special needs. I have over six years of experience in childcare. I began my career in Colombia...

Care Member says "Manuela did a great job with our daughter. She even brought arts and crafts with her"

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Caregiver/Elderly Care Provider/Home Health Aid

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Stephanie, and I'm a passionate, experienced, and dependable caregiver with over 10 years of hands-on experience providing exceptional care to individuals across all stages of life. From elderly clients needing assistance with daily living to children and adults with special needs, I bring a high level of...

Michele R. says "She is very helpful and trustworthy! She has a lot of experience. "

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Hope Giver

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
home modification
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 11 years of experience providing care for seniors, individuals with dementia and special needs. Caring for others truly comes from my heart, and I treat my clients with the same kindness, patience I would give to my own family. Families describe me as warm, trustworthy, organized,...

Anna J. says "Very punctual , always dependable and very kind . Does everything with passion and care ."

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Caring, Compassionate, With Patience

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
9 years experience
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
errands
I'm patient and have great respect for seniors. I've cared for several seniors while residing in Minnesota. One couple in particular required transportation, bookkeeping, house cleaning, meal prep, bathing, transferring to and from beds, shopping and errands. This job lasted 1. 5 years until this wonderful couple passed away, 1...

Care Member says "Marlene has been a companion and care giver for my handicapped husband for about 3 months. She is very caring, helpful, hardworking and pleasant person...

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Special Needs Care History

San Diego, CA

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$10/hr
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to read this brief synopsis on my history and experience caring for special needs children. I am a dual-degree Psychology and Social Work graduate from Auburn University, where I also obtained a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. During my time at Auburn University, I volunteered...
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Special Needs Caregiver

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Aside from taking care of many kids throughout the years I also was a part of the buddies program at my school which was a program to help the kids with special needs navigate easier throughout school/college so their needs were met. I love kids and making every person feel like they are getting the attention and love they...
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Caregiver For Special Needs

San Diego, CA

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$15/hr
Although I am not very experienced, I do have experience because I was a camp counselor and worked with kids with all kinds of disabilities. I also have a down syndrome aunt who I have grown up close to and have learned how to care for her.
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Special Need Caregiver

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! I'm an energy healer certified as a Reiki Master, Meditation and kundalini yoga teacher. I have 10 years experience as a nanny and 3 years experience as a special need care for an autistic boy with 6 years old for a family of 3 kids in Cardiff. My best skills are helping kids to regulate their nervous system working...
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Caregiver/Special Needs Caregiver

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Experience with children on autism spectrum, learning disabilities, cognitive delays and behavioral challenges.
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College Student With Special Needs Experience!

San Diego, CA

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
- My major in college is Special Education for children K-6. -Experience with wheelchairs of all kinds -Experience with catheters -Experience with down syndrome, all types of autism, and developmental delays.
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Caregiver Special Needs

San Diego, CA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I respect my clients with all my love and respect I help each day and exercise meals go out if is possible activities if they allow etc.
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Special Needs Caregiver

San Diego, CA

from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Care. com introduction I have over 10 years of medical experience working in a clinic, hospital, and as a private care giver, also providing overnight care as well. I have had male and female patients, ages ranging from 18yrs old to 110. I specialize and most knowledgeable with Dementia and Alzheimer's, special disabilities,...
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Full-Time/Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

San Diego, CA

from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello families! My name is Laura, 37 years of age and an experienced, responsible childcare provider. I have several years of experience taking care of children from 3 months to 12 years old in home, daycare and school settings. I am here to offer your children a safe and comfortable environment. My goal is to ensure that your...
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  • 315 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

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

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in San Diego, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in San Diego, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews of the 315 listed special needs caregivers

Lois S.

I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying...

- Mohammed J.

Adriana E.

Adriana is the most compassionate, endearing, ambitious individual and we are so fortunate to have worked with her. When my mom's...

- Helen H.

Gabrielle A.

Gabrielle was an amazing sitter for our 10 month old. We felt so comfortable as soon as we met her. I’d love to have her watch him again...

- Care member

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