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Alexandria K.

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Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Alexandria... but I prefer Alex! A little about myself is that I have a 15-year-old brother who I am very close to. My mother has been an educator for 20+ years and my aunt(her sister) has a daycare. So my entire life I have grown up helping take care of children and I fell in love with it! FUN FACT: My first job...

Alexandra S. says "Alexandria is a very caring and compassionate young lady whom I have known for a couple of years now and in this short amount of time she has become...

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Part-Time Loving Babysitter

Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a loving mom who has raised four children. I am also a grandmother of four. I have been a Teacher's Helper, a Camp Counselor, and a tutor and a mentor to many children in my life. All children are a treasure and a gift! I really love kids and I taught ballet for many years to children. I raised a special needs child and she...

Kimberly R. says "Cindy worked for us for two years. During that time, she picked our kids up from school every day and took them to various activities including dance,...

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Escondido, CA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello there, My name is Ismat but most would call me, Amy. I live in Poway and I have 29 years worth of experience as a nanny. I have worked with children of all ages from newborns and twins, to teenagers and children with disabilities. Plus, I do sleep training for babies to put them in comfortable schedules for their parents....
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Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have about 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, and I also have experience working with children with special needs. I truly love working with young kids, and I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow and teach.

Care Member says "Ana was very responsive reliable and great with my kids! ☺️ "

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Elderly Care/Special Needs/Kids/Housekeeping

Vista, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
mobility assistance
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I am an experienced caregiver with senior patients and special needs kids. I'm comfortable changing and bathing people/kids. I can help with cleaning, laundry and cooking. I have my own transportation. My schedule is open Monday-Saturday for morning, day and overnight shifts. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19. I look...
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Senior caregiver

Escondido, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
I love helping people. I am a great conversationalist or just an ear to listen when necessary. And I am extremely reliable also like to clean on my down time. Also have experience with special needs children. CPR certified and Behavioral technician certified.
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Vista, CA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi! I have three years of experience with child care. I have worked regularly in my churches childcare as a paid caregiver. I have been an aide to students with special needs, including Down syndrome, and have had regular babysitting jobs. Additionally I work at a local dance studio teaching 3 to 5 dance classes.
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Hello! I'm Camille And I Have Been Working With Kids Since I Was 15. I Absolutely Love What I Do!

Vista, CA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Hi there, my name is Camille! I started working with kids when I was 15, but have always been around nieces and nephews. I started as a lifeguard at a kids pool, and then I became a respite worker in college. During this time I worked in home with special needs kids of all ages. After this, I became a staff member for an after...
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Escondido, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Kathryn and I am a certified babysitter with the Red Cross. I live with 2 brothers both with special needs. I love kids and I have spent many days helping out in my mothers preschool class. I love music and art and know plenty of fun stuff to do with kids.
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Patience, Understanding And Care For Your Special Needs One.

Vista, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I've had many years caring for my 28 yr old some with profound special needs. I've also worked as a in home health support person. I have clients living in Senior Facilities in need of companionship and extra care, I bridge the gap. I work well with the developmentally disabled and autistic, men and women. I enjoy our special...
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Loving Care For Special Needs

Carlsbad, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I am a California State Credentialed teacher and love working with special needs children. I am patient and caring.
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Carlsbad, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I am currently going to school to become an elementary teacher and am minoring in special education. special education has a special place in my heart and I have experience with my brother who has autism.
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About Me!

Vista, CA

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$21/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
-I've been working in childcare for about 7 years. I've been a full time nanny, RBT, respite provider, daycare worker & an occasional sitter! I've worked with children with special needs primarily. -I'm a foster mom & have a biological daughter of my own. -I have been CPR and CPI trained. -I am approved through the San Diego...
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Vista, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
I grew up with a sister on the autistic spectrum, and I have about three years of professional experience working with individuals with special needs. I have some ABA training. I also have about two years of caregiving experience with seniors, mainly with 2 lovely ladies with Alzheimer's. I am sensitive to clients' wide range of...
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Encinitas, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Andréia, I have taught in Brazil for over 15 years in daycare, preschool, kindergarten, elementary school, middle school, high school and adult education! Most of my classes also included children with special needs such as autism. I am a generous, kind and friendly person! I speak English, Portuguese and understand...
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Registerted Behavior Therapist (RBT) !

San Diego, CA

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Hi there! I am currently working as an RBT with kiddos/young adults of all ages (3yrs-20+yrs). I provide behavior therapy to kiddos across school, home, and community settings. I bring compassion & creativity to all the time I spend with my kiddos and absolutely love getting to know each of their individual personalities and...
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Vista, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Experience working with neurodivergent children. Always practicing patience and understanding. Understanding of the importance of ensuring the child feels comfortable and supported.
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Encinitas, CA

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$26/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Rose. I'm currently seeking a full-time nanny position (around 40 -50 hours per week) I was educator with over 15 years of experience as an elementary teacher in Brazil. During my career, I had the rewarding opportunity to co-teach a special needs class, further expanding my expertise. Since moving to the...
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After Surgery Care.

Rancho Santa Fe, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I am a specialist in after surgery care. Knee replacements, hip replacement, facelifts, liposuction, breast augmentation, tummy tucks and more. I will go with you to your pre-op visit, or after surgery the doctors office will call me. At this time I will head to doctors office and pick you up, Drive you to your home or wherever...
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Oceanside, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a people person. I love to help and make people comfortable. I speak English and Spanish fluently. Have worked with patients who have Cancer, Dementia, Diabetes Care, Stroke Survivors, Alzheimer's and companionship. Specialist in loving and positive care. Help with feeding and med prompting. I take care of my special needs...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.62/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.5

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

Special Needs Caregivers in San Marcos, CA are rated 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Alexandria K.

Alexandria is a very caring and compassionate young lady whom I have known for a couple of years now and in this short amount of time she...

- Alexandra S.

Cynthia G.

Cindy worked for us for two years. During that time, she picked our kids up from school every day and took them to various activities...

- Kimberly R.

Ana H.

Ana was very responsive reliable and great with my kids! ☺️

- Care member

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