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Jess E.


Poway, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as kind, direct and patient I like caring for people with neurodiverse abilities because we fit like a perfect puzzle I'm looking for a job that is meaningful and builds skills for us both to live more fulfilled lives. I started caring for people with neurodivergent abilities when I started...
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Carol S.


Poway, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! I worked as a residential manager and supervisor for almost 10 yrs in PA with adults and seniors and children with developmental disabilities. I worked directly with the patients in the group homes where they resided. Also I have over 20 yrs experience doing in home care with children and young adults and seniors with...
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Jayson P.


Poway, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

RN Of 18 Years At Your Service

Hello, My name is Jayson, and I'm a registered nurse here in San Diego, CA. I have over 20 years of experience as an RN and many years of experience as a caregiver prior to that. I've served as a nurse and I'm fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. I'm able-bodied, comfortable with lifting/turning, and I'm very...
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Monique B.


Poway, CA

$25-36/hr3 yrs exp

Behavorial Coach

Dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Coach and Behavioral Technician in training (training complete 3/20/25) with over three years of in-home experience supporting children on the autism spectrum and those with special needs. Proven expertise in implementing behavior analysis principles, fostering emotional regulation, and...
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Ismat A.


Escondido, CA

$20-40/hr10 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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Kelley E.


Escondido, CA

$35-50/hr10 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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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.

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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Melissa R.


Lakeside, CA

$17-19/hr10 yrs exp

I've owned my own school for 32 years and before and after school program loved by a career also worked with handicapped children and handicapped adults Also elderly assistant many references I love working with others very patient Also I Can Provide Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa took care of my 2 children full time for nearly 3 years and was great with them. She was a great teacher and took them to various activities around our area on a daily basis, which the kids loved. I trusted Melissa with my children and highly recommend her...

Care member

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 .
1. Caregiver for Children and Seniors 2. Family Assistance Coordinator 3. Home Organizer and Care Provider 4. Nanny and Household Organizer 5. Caregiver for Special Needs Children 6. Child and Pet Care Specialist 7. Personal Support Assistant
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Angela S.


San Diego, CA

$28-30/hr9 yrs exp

Experience working as a Registered Nurse for 9 years. With specialty in Medical Surgical and experience with working with children in school nursing.
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Karoline M.


Escondido, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Reiki Healer / Special Need / Caregiver / Early Development Coaching

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 years experience as a nanny and 3 years experience as a special need care for an autistic boy with 6 years old. I'm 42 years old and I am a mom of a 6 years old girl. I'm an energy healer certified as a Reiki Master, Meditation and yoga teacher. My best skills are helping kids to regulate their nervous system...
Karoline can also help with: Meal prep
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Amy H.


Escondido, CA

$19-30/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am an experienced caregiver working primarily with children but open to working with any age group that needs some assistance. I am an easygoing person who loves helping people.
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Savelina F.


Santee, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hi my name is Savelina and I live in Rancho Penasqutitos. My availability is M-F from 9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. however, I am willing to wok with you on that. I have been working with adults and seniors with disabilities at my current job for over 15 years. I have moved to San Diego and would like to focus now on helping adult with...
I have grown up with my brother, who is 6 years younger than I am who was adopted after being born to a homeless alcoholic. He was failure to thrive but my family decided he needed to have a family no matter what. About 12 years later he is a second degree black belt and the funniest kid I've ever met.
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Pablo C.


San Diego, CA

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Senior Caregiver With Experience In Teaching.

I worked 3 years in Los Angeles School District in special education. I am compassionate with those with special needs. I am very active and always willing to learn more in the field of education and special needs.
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Augusto V.


San Diego, CA

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

RN License Holder In The Philippines

I am a registered nurse from the Philippines. I finish my Nursing studies last 2007.. I had worked with different hospitals and clinics.. I also been a volunteer for the red cross. I had some several occasion taken care of children with disabilities during the time I was an RN..
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Ely E.


San Diego, CA

$18-25/hr9 yrs exp

Special Education Technician

I've been working side by side with Children with Special Needs for 9 years now with a School District. I help with learning, behavior intervention, toileting, feeding, and classroom set up. My current students are aged from 3-5 and are severely Autistic. I feel extremely rewarded to be able to work with such a wonderful group...
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Gina O.


San Diego, CA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Local Vocational Nurse

Been in the medical field for almost 15 years . Experienced to all aspects of nursing :pediatrics , geriatric, work at skilled nursing , sub acute , assisted living , independent living , dementia unit , hospice , home health , wound treatment nurse .

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Poway, CA

Kelley E.

5.0

Highly recommend. Will definitely hire again,

- Sid P.

Annie S.

5.0

Annie is very professional and punctual.

- Derek H.

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.

Melissa R.

5.0

Melissa took care of my 2 children full time for nearly 3 years and was great with them. She was a great teacher and took them to various activities around our area on a daily basis, which the kids loved. I trusted Melissa with my children and highly recommend her to future families.

- Care member

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