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396 special needs caregivers are listed in San Diego, CA

The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in San Diego, CA

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Tabitha T.


San Diego, CA

$25-47/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible

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I am 27 years old. I was born and raised in San Diego, and currently live in the Clairemont area. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Kinesiology at San Diego State University. I have over 8 years of experience with children ages 1 month- 17 years old. I also have experience working with special needs kids and adults. I have...
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Vanessa M.


San Diego, CA

$20-40/hr7 yrs exp

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I am an experienced babysitter/nanny. I have about 7 years experience and have babysat for my family as well as been employed for families in the DFW area. I am CPR certified and have also worked with special needs children! Please message me if my experience and availability works for you as I am currently seeking a nannying...
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Tiffany B.


San Diego, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Over the past 15 years I have worked with children in a variety of settings including in homes, childcare centers, schools, and group home settings for children with special needs. I enjoy keeping kids entertained with age appropriate activities and outdoor excursions. I have a 1-year-old son that accompanies me on care jobs.
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Michelle P.


San Diego, CA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

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I have many years experience with children from Birth to 18yrs of age to include caring for special needs and autistic children. As a single mother and now a grandmother of 7 ranging in age from 1 to 10yrs old, I enjoy and love helping and tending to the needs of children of all ages. I have many years of cooking, housekeeping,...
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Kelly S.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Summer Nanny & Child Care

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Hi! I absolutely love taking care of kiddos and have been doing so in various ways for years. I started teaching swim lessons and running swim camps in high school; then transitioned to teaching swim lessons to kiddos with special needs in college. I have now been an Early Childhood Special Education teacher for five years and...
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Mason L.


San Diego, CA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Flexible And Highly Experienced Caregiver

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Hello! My name is Mason and I am available weekday evenings and weekends for part-time child care. I have ample experience and training in child-care, as I work as a full time at a special needs high school in Ocean Beach, have worked several years as a Respite caregiver, and am a Registered Behavior Technician. I am also CPR...
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Elizabeth N.


San Diego, CA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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Hello there! My experience consists of babysitting for my family from an early age, one year of providing ABA services for children with autism and working part time as a respite care nanny for children with special needs. I have a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and have taken Child Development/Developmental Psychology...
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Abby C.


San Diego, CA

$10-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm A Senior High School Student

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I have been a babysitter since age 13, sometimes babysitting up to five children at a time. I have obtained my CPR certification and completed first-aid classes. I have experience with caring for a special-needs downs syndrome toddler, and a set of infant twins. During my Dental occupations class, I have participated in visiting...
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Ashley S.


San Diego, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Fun, Trustworthy And Reliable

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Hello! I am finishing grad school in speech pathology and am looking for work Monday and Wednesday mornings and/or Tuesday/Thursday/Friday full days. I have a lot of experience working with kids of all ages both as a nanny and for work in speech therapy clinics and schools. I am experienced and comfortable working with kids...
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Isaac S.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Creating Smiles

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I have helped those with special needs practicallyall my life. I am open for support and companion type services. Anything from light cooking, daily walks to park, get to appointments, grocery store and farmers market, and provide companionship with conversations, light exercise, movie or TV watching, and reading. I just love to...
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Marina P.


San Diego, CA

$18-50/hr2 yrs exp

Friendly And Patient Sitter With High Energy

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I love to engage kids and interact/play with them throughout our time together. I think outside time benefits both me and a child so I'm more than happy to take kids to the park or on walks and have little adventures together. I have my own car can do pick-ups/drop-offs as well as taking them to any activities or outings. I'm...
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Adriyana P.


San Diego, CA

$21/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm an active duty military member with a deep love for family and children. I find joy in being a part of their growth journey, helping them learn and develop new skills. With experience in caring for children with special needs at my church, as well as being a dedicated nanny to twin 3-month-olds and a 2-year-old, I've...
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Desi S.


San Diego, CA

$20-23/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! As a young single mom in college, I'm certified in first aid and CPR, offering tender care for special needs. Experienced in child and senior care, I prioritize safety and well-being. Let me support your family's unique needs with warmth and understanding. Contact me for compassionate care.
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Allison L.


San Diego, CA

$42/hr10 yrs exp

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I work a full time job as an occupational therapist in the school district during the school year. I have worked with children ranging from infants to young adults. I have 10 years of child care experience (ex. babysitting, working at clinics, gymnastics centers, daycares) and 5 years of experience working with children with...
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Hyunji K.


San Diego, CA

$27-51/hr5 yrs exp

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I'm currently working as a full-time school psychologist at an elementary level. I have a masters in counseling and an Educational Specialist degree in school psychology. Most of my experience is in working with students with special needs. I have a background as a behavioral technician, as well. My passion is working with...

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I am a 19-year-old college student who is looking to make extra money to pay for school. I absolutely adore children and have been babysitting since I was in 6th grade. I have experience taking care of children with severe special needs and families with multiple kids. I also spent 8 years of my life serving full-time with my...
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Ana M.


San Diego, CA

$31-40/hr10 yrs exp

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Loving mother, over 10 years experience helping young families by taking care of their infants, toddlers , teenagers and special need child with love and compassion preparing meals Taking them to sports , school . CPR/first aid certified bilingual , English/ spanish Medical background.
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Keely D.


San Diego, CA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Fun Sitter

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I have raised six children (two of them twins with autism), there isn't much I haven't come across with kiddos. I have spent years working in child development and working with special needs children. I survived raising six teenagers and yes I've heard every story imaginable, haha. I love helping to make the house a home and...
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Samantha M.


San Diego, CA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Sam, and I am a 26-year-old UCSB graduate currently based in downtown San Diego. In college I worked as a lifeguard and private swim instructor on campus, while also caring for a 4-month-old during the week. I've been taking care of children professionally since I was 16, from infants to teenagers. I am also...
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Kat S.


San Diego, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mindful Babysitter

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I've babysat children since I was in high school more than 10 years ago. I'm comfortable with multiple children, can help with carpool (2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee) and happy to help with other things around the house. One of my younger cousins I used to consistently babysit is special needs

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Ratings for San Diego, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in San Diego, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 149 reviews of the 396 listed special needs caregivers.