Find Trusted Special Needs Child Care Near Me in Dana Point, CA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I was with La Canada School District as an assistant to the teachers who have children with special needs. I love to watch their progress and so appreciate the chance to be a part of their lives. It takes only one memory of "you can do it" for their future to have excellence in it. I believe I offer a chance to share that one...

Sarah H.

$20-25/hr

I am a 25 y/o nursing student seeking short-term jobs before I start doing clinical training at the end of April. I have a degree from UC Berkeley in Global Studies but am re-entering school to become a nurse. I do not have formal experience with special needs care but am a quick learner and an extremely empathetic and kind...

Reina M.

$22-25/hr

I have worked as a caretaker in a group home that serves adult women with developmental delays, autism, and Down syndrome. Working with these women changed my life in ways I would have never imagined.

Tenaya J.

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Education Experience

5.0

(1)

I have worked with students with special needs for multiple school districts - both mild to moderate disabilities and moderate to severe disabilities. I have experience working with students with autism, Down syndrome, intellectual disabilities, ADD/ADHD, etc. I am a fun and flexible nanny and enjoy working with children for a...

Amanda L.

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

5+ Experience With Special Needs Kids (2-10 Years Old)

I was a kindergarten teacher for many years and I had students that had Autism and Down syndrome. In my view, children that are born with a special need or a dealing with a serious disease should receive the same love, care, respect and attention like any other child. Their mental and/or health issues should not define who they...

Suzanne S.

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Professional Special Needs Care

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 2 profiles. 1 for CHILDCARE and 1 for SPECIAL NEEDS. Please see my RECOMMENDATIONS and 5 Star Rating from my 3 PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS on Care. com on my childcare page. Ty! My son is now 27 years old and was diagnosed with Autism when he was 3 years old. He is an Aspie. He attended special day classes full time for five...

5.0

"Suzanne is an amazing extension of our family. She has taken care of my two small children (newborn and 1.5 year old to present) and is so great at managing multiple kids. She constantly keeps both kids at different stages and ages entertained and learning. On top...

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Guadalupe H.

Laguna Beach, CA

$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I love what I do and I have a lot of patience for people. I loving giving my clients the opportunity to make their own decisions but in safe way. I like to make them feel good and encourage them. I'm very outgoing and like the outdoors .

Carri C.

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

4.6

(11)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....

5.0

"We hired Carri for a reception party at our home as a party caretaker. She cooked and set up food, kept drinks filled, cleared empty plates and cups, washed dirty dishes and was very professional, personable and friendly with my guests. She was a big help and gave...

Kanela W.

Francis M.

Laguna Hills, CA

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with extensive experience supporting children with special needs. Skilled in providing personalized care, assisting with daily activities, and implementing therapeutic strategies tailored to each child's unique requirements. Proficient in fostering positive behaviors, ensuring safety, and...

5.0

"Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!"

Diana S.

Rebecca K.

$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Experienced With Elderly, And Disabilities..Medical Assistant, CPR Certified And First Aid Certified, 9-10 Experience.

3.5

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I 've worked with elderly in Elderly Homes, worked with Parkinson's, MS patients, RA patients, Stroke patients and Dementia patients, also children with ADHD, and transferred people many times, either from bed to bathroom or to car. I have also worked with catheters and much more, love doing caregiving and take pride in it....

3.0

"I have given the address and after giving two weeks message back and forth. She canceled at the last minute due to no patience to wait for messaging, in while she asked for address which was given before."

Shaoqing X.

Jenny W.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time

5.0

(1)

Hi..... I have been a child care provider for 22 years as well as a senior care provider for 8 years. I have worked with children with Asperger's as well as mild autism, OCD and anxiety and I have wonderful references. Special needs to me just means extra special care and being there to help with those extra tough days.

5.0

"Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for so long. Over the three years where Jenny was a...

Greg O.

Heather D.

Capistrano Beach, CA

$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Former Elementary School Teacher

Hi! My name is Heather and I am a retired public school teacher. I have 27 years of elementary classroom experience primarily in Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd grades but have taught 4th, and 6th as well. I retired in 2022 and have spent the last two years providing in-home tutoring and homework help to families in South Orange...

Miriam C.

Laguna Hills, CA

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Super Nanny

I've had the pleasure of working with families with super humans in their daily life, kids under different ways of living which I admire because we're lucky to be with so many beautiful souls that only see good. I've had the experience to work with kids on the spectrum autism, Down syndrome & ADHD. I will say it's been so nice...

Voltaire A.

$30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Direct Support Specialist For Adult Residential Facility

I've worked a 48-hour shift, Friday night to Sunday night, and I have years' experience at a level 4i home with 4 clients. I have a copy of my background check for the DOJ as well as my CPR and AED certificate. I run and own an Adult Residential Facility for young adult males 18-59 years old who are high functioning and...

Maria C.

Aliso Viejo, CA

$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Licensed Nurse With Experince

Hello I have experience as licensed nurse for 10+ years, caring for infants to elderly, and also as a caregiver for seniors. I am also a post op specialist, I provide wound care, ambulation, dressing changes, assistance with bathing and grooming, monitoring for signs of complications

Natalie A.

Ladera Ranch, CA

$36/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am currently living in South OC and I'm going to school online for my BA in psychology. I have worked in Behavioral Therapy for over 3 years now. I specialize in working with people with autism. I have been a babysitter/nanny for about 10 years now. I have experience with children of all ages, from newborn up to teenagers. I...

Ruiz M.

San Juan Capistrano, CA

$18-23/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Ruiz, and I am a dedicated caregiver with 6 years of experience and a degree in Psychology. My educational background has provided me with a deep understanding of behavioral health and developmental needs, which I incorporate into my caregiving practices. Over the years, I have had the privilege of supporting...

Brooke H.

Ladera Ranch, CA

$15-30/hr

My experience with children with special needs is those who are on ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). Although I do not have any formal training, I do have experience as someone who grew up with autistic family friends. I myself although not autistic understand the pains yet the joys of those who are on ASD. School can be hard,...

Mahnaz K.

$30-35/hr

I have some experience with autism, I'm very responsible, detailing and kind person, helping people make me happy and proud.

Kathy M.

Laguna Hills, CA

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Profesional Caregiver