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Beth C.

Beth C.- Excellent Caretaker

Santa Ana, CA

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
7 years experience
First off I have a huge compassionate heart with a longing to serve those around me. I'm a genuine, thoughtful caretaker whose desire is to bring a smile to those I work with. I have had experience with caring for ADD, ADHD, Down syndrome, MS, Asthma, Autism, Developmental delays, Diabetes, dyslexia, as well as many different...
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Aileen R.

Aileen

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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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Marina B.

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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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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Nicole L.

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hello, I bring over a decade of experience as a dedicated nanny, mothers helper and home manager. My background includes caring for children of all ages including special needs (ABA trained) and fostering environments where they can thrive. My approach is characterized by patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for child...

Care Member says "She was on time and everything worked out great. "

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Aida G.

Full-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Newport Beach, CA

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
I have worked with all different ages and needs, from newborns to teens. I have experience with preschool age, elementary and middle school and with before or after school care. I have worked as a nanny for complete care as well as babysitting, or after school activities. I never smoked, and hold a good driving record with...

Jen P. says "Aida took such good care of my two daughters, who were 5 months old and 4 years old at the time. She was caring, structured, creative and attentive. I give...

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Kimberly H.

Santa Ana, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Worked at Hylond Home for developmentally disabled children. I have experience with grooming/hygiene, feeding tube/spoon, exercise therapy, transfers, medications. Loved this job! Very rewarding to help those truly in need as well as the families.
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Emily H.

About Me, Emily!

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hello Orange County! My name is Emily. I am a returning college student in search of local loving families to join. As a former behavior technician and local nanny, I have years of diverse child and infant care experience. I have been working with children for nearly 10 years as a part-time nanny, tutor, lifeguard, and...

Megan Z. says "Emily was on time and super nice and communicative. Will definitely hire her again to babysit!"

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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
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Samantha J.

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I started babysitting when I was about 13 years old for a family friend and have occasionally helped people out when needed. I am looking for a short time job before I leave for summer. I am responsible and love kids. I am currently attending UCI and am on the women's soccer team. I am very enthusiastic and have a lot of energy....

Naomi B. says "She is someone you can fully trust and depend on."

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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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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
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 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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Marina B.

Experience Babysitter Available Weekends And Some Weekdays

Irvine, CA

3.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
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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Jumai B.

Caring For Your Loved Ones

Orange, CA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience
I am here to help your loved one feel comfortable. To make their daily life more enjoyable. My clients are not just clients; they are my friends, and I enjoy seeing them happy.
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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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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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Sylvia M.

Want To Eat Healthier? I Can Help With Wherever You Are!

Newport Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! I am a Healthy Eating Coach w/background in Child Development & Human Services (Older Adult services & Special Needs too!) My Goal is to support you with your caregiving needs, while also using food as a Healthy base of support to make everything easier. Eat better, feel better! : ) I can help you set things up in...

Care Member says "Sylvia is caring and kind… she is very concerned about our mom‘s welfare and health. Her main area of expertise is nutrition and she has changed our...

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Andrea M.

Costa Mesa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I've catered to children & adults for 20 years during day & night 6-72hr shifts. I assist with setting up nurseries, meal prepping, postpartum confinement periods, newborn care, and am accustomed to signing NDAs. I've nannied newborns, multiples & children with special needs, ASD, wheelchair use, anxiety, g-tube, cystic...

Care Member says "Andrea was excellent and super helpful. I hired her for a few hours every morning for two weeks and a few overnights. She supported me with walking and...

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Caitlin A.

Costa Mesa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to creating enriching experiences for children and providing peace of mind for their families. My motivation stems from a genuine desire to positively impact young lives and offer reliable support to parents. I bring a patient and friendly approach to my work. I'm comfortable caring for...

Bijan Z. says "Caitlin is an absolutely amazing nanny!! For the past year, she has been our full-time nanny for our daughter, who was 3 months old when she started. She...

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Brooke H.

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.93/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Tustin, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Tustin, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 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

Marina B.

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...

- Shannon F.

Nicole L.

She was on time and everything worked out great.

- Care member

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