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Ismat A.


Escondido, CA

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Rosa P.


Escondido, CA

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a professional caregiver with over 19 years of experience working with children, adults, and seniors with disabilities and or chronic medical conditions. I am seeking for a full or part time in-home position. Available for daytime or overnight hours. Services provided Day to day assistance with medical care Meal...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Nancy R.


Escondido, CA

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Patient, Fun And Very Reliable.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am ABA trained. Since I was a toddler, I have been helping my mom at her in-home daycare center. Later I was doing childcare while I was in college. I prefer to do hands-on activities rather than T. V. and children thrive when they are active and showered with attention and taken seriously. I don't use bad words or get angry....
5.0
"Such a supportive and caring lovely person! I really appreciate her refreshing personality and demeanor! She's very detailed and does great work, goes above and beyond."

Tina R.

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Diana A.


Oceanside, CA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

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...
5.0
"Diana is an excellent caregiver! My son diagnosed with autism connected instantly with Diana. She was kind, compassionate and fun. My husband and I highly recommend Diana. "

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have never worked for special needs people but I have a cousin with Down syndrome that I have been around often. I'm a very caring, loving and patient person. Everyone loves to be around me - give me a chance and see for yourself.
5.0
"Ellie enjoys getting to know and take care of children. She is dependable and has looked after my twin infants throughout the summer. She often offers to help with prepping the kids things and around the house when she can. She has been a big help when I needed it...

Jeff S.

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Annie S.


San Diego, CA

$18/hr

Compassionate And Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I love working with special needs children and adults. I have a BA in Education from the University of San Diego. In college I gained experience by working in as a Teacher's Aide and thru several practicums. I have great compassion and enjoy working with others. I am a responsible person and make sure I follow thru with...
5.0
"Annie is very professional and punctual."

Derek H.

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Sophie S.


Vista, CA

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Summer Job!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sophie and I am a sophomore at the University of North Texas majoring in Special Education. I am home for the summer in Coppell, Texas and I am looking for a nannying/babysitting job. I have worked with all types of children including those with special needs. I have been working with special needs children since...
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Jina H.


San Diego, CA

$15-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Fun,Loving, Responsible And Experienced

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children to adult special needs for over 2 years now. I have worked in home and outside of the home for activities. I have helped take care of all sorts of diagnoses from autism to Prader Willi. Tasks that I have assisted with include teeth brushing, bathing, chores around the house and driving them to needed...
5.0
"Jina is very reliable and easy to get along with. She is following up with tasks and suggested extra help I need."

Jill F.

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Janice H.


Oceanside, CA

$30-46/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver For All Types Of Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"Janice was an integral part of our daily lives. We initially hired her to prepare healthy meals and soon found that she was willing and capable of doing anything to help our family. She cared for our 2 yr old daughter with special needs, ran errands, grocery...

lillian J.

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Kelley E.


Escondido, CA

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

A Very Special Needs Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I had an in-home family daycare for four years and my step-sister also had an in-home family daycare at her home. We worked together and I would bring my daycare children (with the parents permission) to her home every week. The children had a great time together. We had a special needs little boy who worked well with the other...
5.0
"Highly recommend. Will definitely hire again,"

Sid P.

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Jennel V.


Oceanside, CA

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant

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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Susana G.


San Diego, CA

$18-38/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'm a very reliable person, trustable with over 10 years plus of experience. Under my care your loved ones will be safe and well care.
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Joselinne P.


San Diego, CA

$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am a compassionate caregiver with over two years of hands-on experience working with children with autism and five years of overall experience in the field. Through my background in Public Health, I have gained valuable insights into child development and mental health, which I integrate into my caregiving approach. I am...
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Katelyn R.


Oceanside, CA

$21-23/hr • 6 yrs exp

Caregiver, For Special Needs

I have plenty of experience working with children and teens that are mentally challenged , disabeled , and even autistic and other mental delays. I have over 6 years of experience and love working with those who ate in need of help. I would love to talk more with families to give further details.
From 2001 to 2012 , I worked with ADHD/ Asperger students at the William Hart School District in Sta Clarita. During summer school sessions , I was assigned to the Down Syndrome population which was a great experience for me. The insight I drew from these experiences have been life changing and thus enlightening. I developed my...
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Laela M.


Oceanside, CA

$24-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) who loves working on positive reinforcement with kiddos. I understand sensory needs and I understand how each kiddo is different so being adaptive and flexible is in my nature. I follow IEP goals as well as BIP goals.
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Monica C.


Oceanside, CA

$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have experience with a few disabilities from working as a counselor in training (C. I. T.) and having a few myself. I am an high-functioning autistic individual with diagnoses of ADHD/ADD, OCD, PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
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Ashlie J.


San Diego, CA

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care-giver

I have worked and volunteered with people living with disabilities for 10 years. Having family who live with disabilities I gained a love for it at a young age.
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Kailee P.


Escondido, CA

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Education Paraeducator

Hey there! I currently work as a special needs paraeducator, exposing myself to a wide range of physical and mental disabilities. I have worked with ages preschool-middle school in home and school settings. Through my job, I am Pro-Act trained, so I am able to handle difficult behaviors. At this time, I provide 1:1 behavioral...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Encinitas, CA

Nancy R.

5.0

Such a supportive and caring lovely person! I really appreciate her refreshing personality and demeanor! She's very detailed and does great work, goes above and beyond.

- Tina R.

Diana A.

5.0

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

- Care member

Ellie L.

5.0

Ellie enjoys getting to know and take care of children. She is dependable and has looked after my twin infants throughout the summer. She often offers to help with prepping the kids things and around the house when she can. She has been a big help when I needed it most.

- Jeff S.

Annie S.

5.0

Annie is very professional and punctual.

- Derek H.

Jina H.

5.0

Jina is very reliable and easy to get along with. She is following up with tasks and suggested extra help I need.

- Jill F.

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