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Caitlin R.

Carlsbad, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I am certified in first aid/CPR/AED with infant, children, and Adults. I have 20 years of childcare experience in all areas including Special Needs. I enjoy working with children and watching them develop and grow. I am very engaging and I love to interact with children on their level. Imaginative play, Creativity, Art,...

Marc P. says "Caitlin was great with our two boys (2 and 6 months). We would definitely hire her again!"

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Sophie B.

San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Sophie and I'm currently working a full-time remote role in marketing and live in Carlsbad. I'm looking to fill my free-time around my current job. I have been babysitting and caring for children since I was about 15. I also have experience with my own sister, who is special needs, and caring for her since I was...

Analicia O. says "Sophie did an excellent job helping us out with out with our little guy, who was just a little over 18 months old. She was dependable and very...

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Jennel V.

Personal Care Attendant

Oceanside, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
I'm a Special Education Teacher and have worked in the field for over 15 years. I have experience with a wide range of needs and ages. It's my passion! I'm also a mother and animal lover! Feel free to send me a message, I'd love to chat further to see if it might be a good fit :) -Jennel
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Josie A.

Energetic And Passionate Sitter

Ramona, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Josie , and I am from San Diego, California. I have 6 years of experience with babysitting kids ranged from 5 months-13 years, and kids with special needs as well! I am passionate about being an involved sitter, and really enjoy getting to know the kids and help them learn new skills.

Care Member says "Josie cared for our two girls several times when we had social and work obligations, including an entire week in which she arrived early in the morning,...

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Misty K.

CNA Available As Needed

Temecula, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with all ages in the Skilled Nursing Homes for over 23 years. I'm licensed by the state as an CNA/HHA.
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Chloe G.

San Marcos, CA

3.0(1)
from
$23/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. With over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the skills and knowledge to ensure the safety and well-being of your child. I have a warm and patient personality and am able to create a fun and...

Naomi W. says "Chloe was great with R. and we would love to have her come play with him again!"

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Lizandra M.

Active, Engaged, Nanny With Experience You Can Trust

Temecula, CA

4.3(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I am a dedicated, trustworthy, and hard-working nanny seeking part-time or full time employment supporting a caring family near the city of Berkeley. I am committed to delivering the highest standards in family support, through babysitting, personal care, special needs support, domestic housework, and/or being an indispensable...

Petra J. says "Lizandra was referred to me by another twin Mom & I am so lucky to have found her when I did. She helped care for my girls a couple months after our twins...

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Diamante V.

Full Time Caregiver-

Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello there! I would like to tell you first and foremost that I enjoy working with people who need a helping Hand overall. Whether its assisting with their daily needs or just being a companion. I enjoy it all. Making someone's day is all worth while when I see them smile. I am truly passionate in my line of duty. I became a CNA...

Lisa M. says "Diamante was available to watch my twin boys, age 12, one with special needs and Type 1 Diabetes while my husband and I were out of town for 3 days. She did...

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Ellie J.

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Ellie and I'm 41years old. I have been caring for children since the age of 12. I began sitting for families in the neighborhood while growing up. I treasured the interaction and relationships that I made with the children and parents; I wanted to take childcare to another level. I worked at a school in IL with...

Tim A. says "Oh my gosh. Ellie is the best. She was our first nanny and made what was for a me a very difficult transition so easy. We were comfortable with her...

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Mckenzie S.

Flexible Schedule, Full Time/part Time Caregiving Available

Temecula, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
My passion is working with individuals with special needs. I have 4 years of experience working with many different disabilities such as autism, down syndrome, and many other ranges of intellectual disabilities. I absolutely adore them, and I believe my purpose is to take care of them, make them feel loved, and give them the...

Donna B. says "I interviewed her and loved her attitude and just loved her personality. She is a very caring person. She will make a great full time nanny for some lucky...

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Amya E.

Temecula, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I like working with kids because I have lived in a huge family all my life ! I've always loved working with kids to help them grow into the best versions that they want to be ! To help them in a journey and make it slightly easier in anyway I started working with kids when I was 8 with my own siblings and our neighbors kids ....

Theresa W. says "Amya is caring, reliable, responsible, and loving."

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Diamante V.

Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
have a genuine passion for helping others-whether it's assisting with daily needs, providing skilled nursing care, or offering companionship. I became a CNA at 16 and a LVN at 18, and I'm currently studying to become an RN. I've worked in hospitals, skilled facilities, and private homes, caring for clients with dementia,...

Lisa T. says "Diamante worked with my 85 year old mother who has Alzheimer's. Diamante was so incredibly helpful, doing chores around the house, picking up...

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Ellie L.

San Diego, CA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
My name is Ellie and I have an associate degree in occupational assistant . I have worked with children with special needs at Poway unified school. I live with my family in Rancho Bernado . I have 2 boys on college now . I'm reliable , caring and trustworthy. I'm also CPR certified and passed back ground check .
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Ronda U.

Babysitter Extraordinaire

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
Mother of one son with special needs, he's now 28. I have years of experience caring for my son and others. I care for adults and children of all ages. I provide loving care and fun activities, crafts, reading, meals, homework and whatever you desire for your precious children! I enjoy pets and have a Labrador. I personally...

Care Member says "Rhonda was a wonderful caregiver for my father with Parkinson’s. She was caring, attentive, warm and my dad felt very comfortable with her! Would...

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Linda R.

Part Time Nanny Passionate About Babies And Kids

Temecula, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have 20+ years experience with babies and children, raised 6 sons, have 8 grandkids, and have nannied for 7 local families since moving to Temecula 10 years ago. I am passionate about children and love keeping them active, engaged, learning, and happy! If you're local, you've probably seen me playing with groups of kids at one...

Jessica M. says "Linda babysat for my family for about 8 months. She is wonderful and the girls (4 and 1) loved her. She is energetic and engaging. "

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Kimberly N.

Experienced Teacher With MS In Education Available For Part-Time Personal Care Assistant.

Temecula, CA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I currently teach all students with and without special needs. I previously worked as an aide for students with a variety of special needs. My duties included, tutoring, toileting, feeding assistance, and supervision. Diagnoses varied from autism, Down syndrome, and mental illness.

Yvonne S. says "Very knowledgeable, dependable, and personable. My son enjoys his tutoring. Thank you Kim!"

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Ismat A.

Escondido, CA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Evalyn P.

Oceanside, CA

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is Evalyn and I am currently a college student at UCSD studying Clincial Psychology. I have a wealth of experience in chidlcare, especially with special needs. I have been taking care of two younger siblings my whole life, one of whom has autism. I also have worked as a summer camp counselor at the local YMCA. Due to...
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Guadalupe B.

Bonsall, CA

from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been under child care in school ambient for 5 years now. I care for preschoolers 3-4-year-olds with special needs mainly.
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Allyson B.

Experienced Sitter That Loves To Have Fun And Create Smiles :)

Temecula, CA

from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years of experience being a caregiver as well as a bachelors degree in human development from Virginia Tech. I have experience working with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I can also assist with house chores such as laundry, dishes, cleaning,...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of December 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Valley Center, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Valley Center, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Caitlin R.

Caitlin was great with our two boys (2 and 6 months). We would definitely hire her again!

- Marc P.

Sophie B.

Sophie did an excellent job helping us out with out with our little guy, who was just a little over 18 months old. She was dependable and...

- Analicia O.

Josie A.

Josie cared for our two girls several times when we had social and work obligations, including an entire week in which she arrived early in...

- Care member

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