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Jocelynn G.

Vista, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I would love to help you out! My name is Jocelynn, and I have 10 years of overall experience caring for young children and 2 years of paid experience. I've helped care for my younger sister, who is now 10, as well as my special needs brother, who is now thriving at 15. I understand the importance of patience, reliability,...
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Evening Nanny Looking For A Job (4pm-midnight)

Vista, CA

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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
Hello, I'm a 31-year-old nanny originally from Thailand. I have 7 years of experience caring for children ranging from infants to 11 years old, including those with special needs. I enjoy playing games, doing arts and crafts, and going for walks or playing at the park. I love animals and will be great with your pets. A little...
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Vista, CA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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Vista, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hi, i'm Aubrey :) I'm a passionate, nurturing, and experienced caregiver with a degree in human development from CSUSM and field work in behavioral therapy! I became a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in 2023 and was in the field for over 2. 5 years supporting children with special needs through individualized care,...
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Trusted, Patient, And Calm Nanny With 5+ Years Of Childcare Experience.

Vista, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a warm, patient, and upbeat nanny who loves working with kids. I've been babysitting and working with kids for 5 years now. I have experience working as a school teacher aide and as a behavior technician with children who has special needs, which has helped me become very patient & flexible. I'm currently looking for...
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Vista, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Kasidy! I am 24 years old and am on the path to obtain my teaching credential! I love hanging out with and taking care of kids. I'm super fun and reliable. I do have my own car as well! I am very used to watching kids in groups of two or more and I have extensive experience with special needs children as well. I have...
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Vista, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Jackie! I'm a dependable, warm, and experienced childcare provider with over 10 years of experience caring for children of various ages. I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where kids feel supported, encouraged, and free to be themselves. I value clear communication with parents and...
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Elderly Care/Special Needs/Kids/Housekeeping

Vista, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Dementia
companionship
mobility assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Vista, CA

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$30/hr
Light cleaning
errands
respite care
transportation
meal prep
I truly enjoy supporting people of all ages and abilities-children, adults with special needs, and seniors. Recently I began working with adults living with Spinal Cord Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Stroke. I can provide companionship, cooking, light housekeeping, errands, therapy support, and Activities of Daily Living...
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Vista, CA

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$26/hr
1 year experience
Hospice services
errands
meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Delaney, I finished an undergraduate degree in Economics in 2024, and am currently working towards a master's degree in Global Health. I just finished a summer interning as a quality management coordinator with a non-profit, and am looking for work again while I finish my master's degree! I have an adult younger...
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Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have been babysitting since I was 13. I have babysat for children as young as 3 months and as old as 11. I don't have any specialized training to care for children with special needs, but do have experience caring for children on the Autism spectrum. From all of my experience, I know a lot of fun games, songs and crafts for...

Jaimee O. says "Kasey is our current Nanny and we absolutely love her. She has been with us for 6 months now and My daughters adore her. She caring, reliable, dependable...

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Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Responsibilities for ages ( 6months - 15 years old ) Washing the children's clothes, towels Preparing the children's meals and snacks Doing dishes after the children's meals and snacks are done Reading together. Helping the children with their homework. Playing outdoor games. Outdoor games include hide-and-seek, etc....

Stacie G. says "Utopia was amazing! She started laundry and did dishes without us asking her to do them. She was spectacular with our son!"

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Loving Caregiver For All Types Of Needs

Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a 57yr old who has retired from working with doctors for 30 years. I began working as a house manager for a large family, handling many daily needs, which include: shopping, meal preparation, driving, organizing, cleaning, pet care, and everything that each day brought. When that job ended, I began my next adventure as a...

Joann G. says "Janice is the best always early, dependable, joy filled, exceptional worker"

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Home Healthcare Professional

San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
respite care
I am a young professional who moved to North County San Diego on October 24th 2019. I was born and raised in Twin Cities Minnesota I have worked in home healthcare since I was a senior in High school. I deeply enjoy my work and at the end of the day the pay off for me is more then money. When working with elderly I prefer to...

Kenneth O. says "Responsible, intelligent not pushy, patient, asked about & follows "Routine" already in place. Arrives on time, dependable, drives our vehicle to take...

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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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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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Caregiver Or Nanny

Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have many years of experience with children of all ages. I can help you on nights and weekends. I would prefer day shift. I also have experience working with the special needs and the elderly. I am very honest and reliable. I have the vaccine and up to date on my other ones too

Nicole M. says "Jean is a wonderful caregiver. She is great with my Special Needs son! Also, Jean is very well organized as far as scheduling goes. She's been flexible...

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San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
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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Carlsbad, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Rachel I am 37 years old and I have 7 years experience caring after small children including infants, toddlers, pre-teen and children with special needs. I take direction well should there be any specifics with care. I'm dependable, I enjoy engaging with the kids, I'm CPR & first aid certified, vaccinated and take...

Care Member says "From day one, Rachel has been a positive influence in our kids’ lives. She has great communication, is responsible, playful, engaging, creative… I could...

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Diamante V.'s Photo

Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have a genuine passion for helping others-whether that means assisting with daily needs, providing skilled nursing care, or simply offering meaningful companionship. I became a Certified Nursing Assistant at 16 and a Licensed Vocational Nurse at 18, and I am currently continuing my education toward becoming a Registered...

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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.33/hr as of March 2026

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Vista, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kasey D.

Kasey is our current Nanny and we absolutely love her. She has been with us for 6 months now and My daughters adore her. She caring,...

- Jaimee O.

Utopia K.

Utopia was amazing! She started laundry and did dishes without us asking her to do them. She was spectacular with our son!

- Stacie G.

Janice H.

Janice is the best always early, dependable, joy filled, exceptional worker

- Joann G.

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