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163 special needs child care are listed in San Diego, CA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 4 years

Special needs child care in San Diego, CA

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Jessica G.


San Diego, CA

$30-45/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Teacher, And Special Needs Care Provider

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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Jessica can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Jessica is my go-to sitter whenever my husband and I have date night. The kids absolutely love her and get so excited when she comes over. I've known her for a few years now, and I can tell she really loves working with kids and has such a special, caring touch....

Lily K.

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Ariel R.


San Diego, CA

$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

Patient, Tender Female Great With People Of Special Needs Of All Ages!

I've worked with Special Needs children through my church who has a group for Special Needs children; and I've also worked with them as a best friend of mine is a caretaker of a fellow with down syndrome and some mental retardation. Through the plethora of memories built with children in these two settings I have come to love as...
5.0
"Ariel is a brilliant young lady whose words line up with her actions. I have seen her grow so much over the last eight years that I'm am blown away. I am proud to know this young lady and can't wait to see her next accomplishments that await her."

Eric B.

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Lois S.


San Diego, CA

$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For approximately I worked within the school district for elementary, middle, and high school district. Over 70% of my duties entailed working with special ed children.
5.0
"I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me throughout the process. Lois not only offered to pick me up from my home but also waited patiently for me during the...

Mohammed J.

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Melissa G.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have experience caring for those with special needs. I love helping others and watching them achieve their goals. In addition to this in have also had multiple family members who have these needs as well.
5.0
"Melissa is a sweet, dependable young woman who helps me with personal care (lifting, transferring, hygiene care, dressing, medicine administration, household care, etc.), because I have a physical disability. She handles each task with care, professionalism, and...

Angie L.

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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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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Bianca G.


San Diego, CA

$23-38/hr • 7 yrs exp

Energetic, Playful, And Creative + Special Needs Care Experience!

Hello! I'm a dedicated, creative, and kind childcare provider with over seven years of experience, including three years with children with special needs. As a licensed Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), I am passionate about nurturing and supporting all children, at all ability levels! I believe every child can thrive with...
Bianca can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Jennifer B.


San Diego, CA

$25-47/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Provider/babysitter/special Needs/pet Sitter/house Cleaner

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have two boys that I raised on my own. They are grown and living on their own. I also have a 1-year-old granddaughter. I was CNA certified in Indiana. I've lived in California for 5. 5 years. So far I love it! I have a passion for helping children grow up to be good responsible adults. I have been babysitting off and on since...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

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Carly L.


San Diego, CA

$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion/Caretaker

I am a friendly, 29-year-old female living in San Diego with a passion for helping others. I studied Communication Disorders in college at the undergraduate level, and Speech-Language Pathology at the graduate level (degree in progress). My experience ranges widely across medical care, speech/language therapy, behavioral...
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Jennifer S.


San Diego, CA

$18-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

I am a full-time graduate student at Immaculata University obtaining my masters and certification in Elementary/Special Education. Prior to returning to school I worked in the financial industry for 14 years. I have all of my child abuse and criminal clearances for student teaching. I love children and am very excited about my...
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Annie D.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

I am a local mom of 2 and live in the Carmel Mountain Ranch/Poway area. I have degrees in Child Development and Nursing. I also have a child with Level 1 Autism. I would love to help as a companion for children and adults with special needs.
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Amanda P.


San Diego, CA

$38-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs.

I've taken care of patients that have epilepsy, severe adhd, behavioral, and all around globally delayed.
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Cathleen S.


San Diego, CA

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have raised a son that had brain cancer when he was 10 years old. I worked with him thru Occupational and Physical Therapies, speech therapy, cognitive therapy, and vision therapy, etc. I also worked in special ed in the School District. I worked one on one with students of various disabilities and also helped teach a...
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Annie C.


San Diego, CA

$18-20/hr

Special Needs Care Taker

Hi, I'm Annie. I'm 18 and an incoming freshman at UCLA where I plan to study psychology. Although I don't have official experience working for someone with special needs, I grew up caring for my brother who has ADHD and high functioning autism. I am very patient, caring, and understanding and I'm committed to making life a...
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Laura M.


San Diego, CA

$33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Laura, 36 years of age and an experienced, responsible childcare provider. I have several years of experience taking care of children from 3 months to 12 years old in home, daycare and school settings. I am here to offer your children a safe and comfortable environment. My goal is to ensure that your...
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Austin R.


San Diego, CA

$24-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Austin R, RBT And Instructional Special Needs Aide

Hi! I'm Austin. I have worked with children of all ages for 15 years in every context! I started as a camp counselor in high school. Then I went to UCLA. My junior year I worked as an English tutor to children in Spain while studying abroad. In 2015 I did the same in Mexico-I'm fluent in Spanish. Also In 2015 my beautiful...
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Chris A.


San Diego, CA

$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver - Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for about 17 years and worked in care facilities (nursing homes and hospitals), as well as home care settings. I would like to use my skills and experience to provide care for individuals with special needs and the elderly. I would provide personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, feeding,...
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Ana Barbara F.


San Diego, CA

$20-26/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Worked as a behavioral interventionist with Autistic kids. Did my degree practice/work in a special needs school in Mexico. Very patient. Very caring with kids. Love to do activities with the kids and play games. Read books to them. Do arts and crafts. Great on sensory input needs. Can help with extra things needed. Teach or...
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Kendall M.


San Diego, CA

$20-30/hr

Special Needs Nanny

Hello! My name is Kendall and I am currently a second year Special Education teacher for a middle school in San Diego Unified. I teach mild-moderate students with disabilities ranging from Learning Disabilities to Autism Spectrum Disorder to Cerebral Palsy, etc. I am very comfortable working with children with disabilities, as...
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Mary Kate M.


San Diego, CA

$15-20/hr

Caregiver For Special Needs

Although I am not very experienced, I do have experience because I was a camp counselor and worked with kids with all kinds of disabilities. I also have a down syndrome aunt who I have grown up close to and have learned how to care for her.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in San Diego, CA

Jessica G.

5.0

I have known Jess for long time and she is awesome. My son loves hanging out with her. She is responsible and reliable and very kind. She knows how to work with little ones and does a great job engaging with them. My older daughter loves her too. I am so grateful that I have someone as wonderful...

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Ariel R.

5.0

My son had a sudden stroke that left him with many difficulties. We hired Ariel as a live-in caregiver and acted as his voice in the world. She helped him set up appointments, went with him to all doctor's appointments, relaying pertinent info to the family, advocated for him to get the maximum...

- Anthony R.

Lois S.

5.0

I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me throughout the process. Lois not only offered to pick me up from my home but also waited patiently for me during the procedure and drove me back home...

- Mohammed J.

Melissa G.

5.0

Melissa is a sweet, dependable young woman who helps me with personal care (lifting, transferring, hygiene care, dressing, medicine administration, household care, etc.), because I have a physical disability. She handles each task with care, professionalism, and compassion. I also admire her...

- Angie L.

Annie S.

5.0

Annie is very professional and punctual.

- Derek H.

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Ratings for San Diego, CA special needs child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Child Care in San Diego, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 163 listed special needs child care.