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Ronda U.

Caring, Compassionate Caregiver

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
I've been a companion and caregiver for the last 20 years off and on. I help seniors stay in their homes. I'm a great help with companionship, cooking, physical assistance, doctor appointments and daily independent living needs. I have one 30yr old son with special needs I raised and now he's in a local group home. I cook,...

Care Member says "Ronda has been a pleasure to have on our "team" caring & providing companionship for my 95 y/o momma. Ronda has been a solid, dependable & creative...

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Diana A.

Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
I'm a people person. I love to help and make people comfortable. Love children. I speak English and Spanish fluently. Have worked with patients who have Cancer, Dementia, Diabetes Care, Stroke Survivors, Autism , ALS Alzheimer's and companionship. Memory Care Specialist. Specialist in loving and positive care. Help with...

Care Member says "Diana is an excellent caregiver! My son diagnosed with autism connected instantly with Diana. She was kind, compassionate and fun. My husband and I...

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Tyler H.

Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hi! I'm Tyler, a registered behavioral therapist with 5+ years of experience specializing in special needs children, typically moderate/severe. With degrees from UCLA in Education and SDSU in Autism Specialization, I'm well-equipped to handle any challenge. I prioritize creating environments where a child's individualism can...

Erin S. says "I don't know if I can write a glowing-enough recommendation for Tyler! She is amazing. My son has autism and due to his sometimes significant behaviors and...

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William B.

Caring Companion

Temecula, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Five year experience as a teacher assistant with special needs children. Light household chores and meal preparation.

Care Member says "William was an excellent caregiver for our 5 year old son with special needs. He was very considerate in asking all the relevant questions that were...

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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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Hollyann L.

After School Caregiver

Temecula, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
I am looking for a part time after school position anywhere from 430 p.m. to 930 p.m. to assist in a variety of needs. Tutoring, babysitting, cooking, running errands, etc.

Aggie M. says "She helped me with my brother who has early onset Alzheimer's. Sometimes I need to be able to go to the store or go to lunch with a friend and she comes...

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Nicole F.

Nanny

Vista, CA

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Nicole, I have been a full time nanny for 12 yrs. Some of my care experience includes post surgery care, asthma care, food allergies, and other special needs. I have just completed a 6 year commitment as a full time nanny. My goal is to come alongside the parents and help provide the very best of care. I incorporate...

Laurel H. says "Nicole worked for our family for 5 years and cared for our two sons who are now 4 and 6. The only reason we are no longer working with her is that our...

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Cynthia G.

Part-Time Loving Babysitter

Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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Zoe E.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Weekends

Carlsbad, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! I am young professional newer to the area. I have experience caring for children from age 1 to 12 and have worked with special needs before. I was a student-athlete throughout college so I love spending time outside and being active with kids. I also love doing crafts or baking!

Dion B. says "Warning - Two "type-A" parents here (tech and private equity types)- We hired Zoe to watch our twins while we were out at an event. First thing, she's great...

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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
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Mckenzie S.

Nanny

Temecula, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
My name is Kenzie and I would love to become apart of your family! As long as I can remember I've had a heart for children. I love children of all ages and love to help special needs individuals as well. I will always be the one holding the babies at parties lol I have been a nanny for 4 years. I recently opened up my own...

Robin S. says "We met Kenzie through our community, and we're so happy we did! We have a 3 1/2 & 1 1/2 yo boys. They absolutely lit up the moment she interacted with...

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Patsy D.

Loving Experienced Caregiver

San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi there, I'm Patsy, and I have been caring for children for 20+ years as a babysitter, nanny and as a mother of five children. I believe in creating a fun environment, I am passionate about providing nurturing, loving care for children in order to help them grow and learn. I'm also very organized and I strive to create a clean,...

Care Member says "Patsy is very caring and loving towards those she cares for. If the child is a newborn she will soothe fussy babies and is patient and knowledgeable on...

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Alexandria K.

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Vista, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 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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William B.

Full-Time/Part-Time Caregiver Available

Temecula, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 5 years of experience caring for children with disabilities ranging from autism, various learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, etc. Two of those years, I spent working one-on-one with a child on the Autism spectrum at an elementary school. I myself also have high-functioning cerebral palsy, which gives me more insight...
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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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Lola P.

5 Year Expert In Caregiving

San Marcos, CA

from
$21/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
With 5 years of experience in elderly care, my special needs twin sister has inspired me to provide compassionate and dedicated service. I genuinely love helping others and ensuring their comfort and happiness. I believe I'm the ideal candidate for this role because I would want someone with my level of care and commitment...
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Ashley L.

Babysitter With Experience For All Children Including Special Needs

Oceanside, CA

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
I currently work with special needs children at schools. After that I help out at a family daycare. I have been doing this for 2 years. I am passionate about this work and I am working on my Social Work degree. I have experience watching children from 4 months old to 11 years old. I enjoy watching children and have lots of...
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Caitlin R.

Caring And Compassionate Caregiver

Carlsbad, CA

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
respite care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello I am seeking a full-time caregiver/nanny position. I am certified in first aid/CPR/AED with infant, children, and Adults. I have 15 years of childcare experience and 10 years of adult caregiver experience in all areas including Special Needs. Flexible schedule and overnight care available. References available upon...
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Kathryn Y.

Escondido, CA

from
$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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Gianna D.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

San Marcos, CA

from
$17/hr
6 years experience
I am currently enrolled at CSU San Marcos. Before I chose business marketing, I originally was going to school for Child and Adolescent Development. Being on the cheer team and in the marketing society while at school, has taught me time management and the responsibility of commitments. I took a course in preschool education,...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.33/hr as of June 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

Ronda U.

Ronda has been a pleasure to have on our "team" caring & providing companionship for my 95 y/o momma. Ronda has been a solid, dependable &...

- Care member

Diana A.

Diana is an excellent caregiver! My son diagnosed with autism connected instantly with Diana. She was kind, compassionate and fun. My...

- Care member

Tyler H.

I don't know if I can write a glowing-enough recommendation for Tyler! She is amazing. My son has autism and due to his sometimes...

- Erin S.

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