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Find special needs child care in Mission Viejo, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs child care are listed in Mission Viejo, CA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years

Special needs child care in Mission Viejo, CA

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Adriana M.


Laguna Beach, CA

$35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist With Additional Experience

5.0

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Hello, my name is Adriana. I currently work as a Behavioral Therapist in the evenings in Irvine. I have extensive experience working with special needed or impaired people of all ages. I have worked in the medical field for almost 10 years. I have worked with an array of different people. I assist with self care, feeding,...
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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$27-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.
5.0
"I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a...

Shannon F.

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Guadalupe H.


Laguna Beach, CA

$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

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 .
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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Mama Bear

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My middle daughter has visual and neurological deficits and my youngest has Asperger's, giving me 28 years of experience with children with special needs.
5.0
"Carolyn helps me care for my adult son, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2019. She is one of the most compassionate, caring and nicest people I have ever met. She listens intently, asks pertinent questions, and insists on doing tasks herself so she learns...

Richard B.

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Teresa E.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr

Part Time Help Available .........

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I just love to help and see people happy ..... I am: Teacher, Mom, wife, Friend... I work with kids.... I believe that go around , come around.... I do the best I can to help, maybe I will be the person need help in the future.... and I will appreciated it!!!
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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

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.

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Rebecca K.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$17-20/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

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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.

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Francis M.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caregiver

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.

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Suzanne S.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Professional Special Needs Care

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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Hannah L.


Lake Forest, CA

$22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Christian, Experience With Newborns/special Need

I have previous experience with newborn-1yr old babies. Also I have experience in pet sitting and house keeping. Additionally I have experience with special needs children. I am a full time college student so my availability is strictly in the evenings following Aug. 16th
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Retired RN with extensive experience with special needs children (Down Syndrome) and Elder care (Post-stroke, post-surgery, dementia, companion care) available for part-time work.
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Victoria W.


Trabuco Canyon, CA

$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Teacher/caregiver

I have had the privilege to work with children who have had another way of procession information. Some of this children have ADD, Operational defiance disorder and autism. Recently I have been working with a young girl who is autistic. I started working with her since she was 18 months, she now is 4 years old. I have been learn...
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Laura K.


Irvine, CA

$26-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

For two years, I was a nanny for a family whose little girl was in a wheelchair and was deaf. I communicated with her using American Sign Language. I also did an internship at a preschool who offered services to special-needs preschoolers. I am passionate about special education and helping families whose children have...
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Amber J.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$18-26/hr

Passionate About Helping Others!

I have always had a heart for those with developmental, delays or disabilities. I grew up with my sibling having speech issues, bad ADHD, and tantrums that helped lead me to my love of helping individuals with delays. I have experience working at summer camps that have helped individuals with autism or special needs & this one...
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Judith J.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Trustworthy, And Reliable

I'm a positive and energetic single mother of twins. My son is typical, and my daughter has Down syndrome. I love kids. I love teaching moments, and I truly believe it starts at home. Recently, I've been busy raising my kiddos; however, now that they are older, I am looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing what...
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Danielle G.


Irvine, CA

$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Behavior Tutor / MFT Student

I have been working with children and adolescents with special needs going on two years now. I have done in-home ABA therapy, as well as school district tutoring. I am currently a Marriage and Family Therapist student and have just begun my practicum. That is why I am looking for part-time work Thursdays-Sundays. I am super...
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Muhammad S.


Irvine, CA

$30-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a Behavior Interventionist working for the local school district, with years of experience working with the special needs population. I attend online classes as well going for a bachelors in Psychology, and eventually completing a doctorate program for Clinical Psychology. I'm a very energetic & friendly person...
I have some experience with autism, I'm very responsible, detailing and kind person, helping people make me happy and proud.
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Jessica R.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Personal Care Assistance For Special Needs Or Geriatric Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

For the past 12 years I have taken care of my daughter from birth to present. I have worked for multiple families, with and without disabilities. I have experience with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Alzheimer's, speech delays, asthma, food allergies, autism, adhd, sensory integration disorder, and hospice care. I...
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.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Mission Viejo, CA

Marina B.

5.0

I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a family member with special needs, she...

- Shannon F.

Carolyn M.

5.0

Carolyn helps me care for my adult son, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2019. She is one of the most compassionate, caring and nicest people I have ever met. She listens intently, asks pertinent questions, and insists on doing tasks herself so she learns quickly. She will take on any...

- Richard B.

Carri C.

5.0

Carrie is honest, dependable, trustworthy and full of positive energy! I hired Carrie to care for my 2 cats, take care of my house, mail, plants etc when I was away for 3 weeks. I will hire Carrie again and will recommend her to family and friends. She definitely has a heart to serve!

- Kristen R.

Rebecca K.

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.

Francis M.

5.0

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

- Diana S.

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Ratings for Mission Viejo, CA special needs child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Child Care in Mission Viejo, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care.