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Find special needs nannies in Irvine, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs nannies are listed in Irvine, CA

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs nannies is 9 years

Special needs nannies in Irvine, CA

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Nayeli A.


Irvine, CA

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Educated Sitter/Nanny/Caregiver

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a preschool teacher for 15 years children 0-6-year-olds. Also have worked with special needs children 4 months- 17-year-olds. I have also been a caregiver for about 20 years working with adults/ elderly with all kind of diagnosis. My passion is helping others.
Nayeli can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Elliana R.


Irvine, CA

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi my name is Elliana! I also go by El! I have been working in childcare for over 4 years now with ages from 0 month - 24 years old. I am AED/BLS Certified through the Heart Association. I also have my California Nursing Assistant license. I have previously worked at UCI Medical in the Oncology unit. I also have a special...
Elliana can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Holly D.


Irvine, CA

$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hello! My name is Holly. I have over 15 years of experience working with children ages newborn to teenagers. I am 27 years old, and I have my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. I am currently working full-time as a counselor, and I am about to begin attending graduate school to study clinical psychology. I am looking for...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Veronica R.


Irvine, CA

$25-32/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Premed Nanny | Fun & Energetic

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Creating a fun, loving environment where your child feels like they're with a trusted friend is what I do best :) With 5+ years working with kids ages 0-13, including those with special needs. if you need a nanny who's energetic, reliable, and truly invested in your child's well-being, l'd love to meet your family! I'm a pre-med...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Melanie A.


Irvine, CA

$46/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun VERY EXPERIENCED Helpful And Nurturing Nanny/Music Teacher

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I have taught children voice, dance & music lessons for 20 years. I've directed several music studios for kids. I have raised 2 children. I have also worked with children with special needs. I'm a Christian with high morales and character.
Melanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Yan L.


Irvine, CA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Bilingual Teacher/Nanny

I have finished my AMI Montessori training in 2020 in age 0-6. I am currently a Montessori head teacher for both 0-3 level and 3-6 level Montessori classroom. I enjoy working with children, like playing instrument, having group language lessons, offering individual lessons and supports. It will be so happy to have a chance to...
Yan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Laura K.


Irvine, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny For Hire

5.0

(4)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

For the past six years, I was a full-time nanny for a family in Cleveland, Ohio caring for all three of their children since birth. I recently moved to Irvine California for a job transfer and I am now looking for a new family to call me their Mary Poppins. I have more than 10-years of full-time experience with infants,...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Laura did a great job keeping our kids safe and providing great age appropriate activities and education."

Andrew K.

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Kathi M G.


Irvine, CA

$27-35/hr • 20 yrs exp

Top Notch Nanny And Newborn Care Specialist

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I find joy in supporting families and positively impacting children's lives. With 20 years of experience, I'm well-equipped to care for your little one. My calm and creative personality allows me to effortlessly engage children in a variety of activities, from educational games...
Kathi M can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Trustline Certified

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Ciara F.


Irvine, CA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Passionate And Caring Nanny And Doula

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have held 3 long-term nanny jobs, most recently was a live-in of almost 5 years, with 2 children. Before the most recent family, I was with a family of 4 children for 4. 5 years. I still have a fantastic relationship with all families I have worked for, whom I always refer you to for references. I have a BS in Child...
Ciara can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We recently hired Ciara to care for our two boys. She is caring. She does small things that shows she cares about kids, like special activities, being creative in getting my two year old to eat his dinner, and sending updates while this mom is at work. I would...

Jennifer R.

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Aida G.


Newport Beach, CA

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Babysitter/Nanny

3.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with all different ages and needs, from newborns to teens. I have experience with preschool age, elementary and middle school and with before or after school care. I have worked as a nanny for complete care as well as babysitting, or after school activities. I never smoked, and hold a good driving record with...
Aida can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Aida took such good care of my two daughters, who were 5 months old and 4 years old at the time. She was caring, structured, creative and attentive. I give her my highest recommendation."

Jen P.

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Sara Z.


Orange, CA

$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver / Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sara. I am interested in your Babysitting/Nanny job opportunity and want to share some information about myself. I have been a Babysitter/Nanny/Caregiver for over 15 years. I worked for over 10 years with elementary & middle school children most of them with multiple special needs. As a Nanny it is my joy to...
Sara can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"I just hired Sara a few days ago and feel that she will be a valuable addition to our family. She's very sweet , caring and professional. I hope that this will be with us for a long time."

Shahla B.

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Jumai B.


Tustin, CA

$30-32/hr • 5 yrs exp

Qualified Travel/ Career Nanny

As a caretaker and nanny, I have a passion for helping families provide the best care for their loved ones. I have extensive experience in providing compassionate care and support to children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. My approach is patient, kind, and respectful, and I always strive to create a safe and...
Jumai can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jumai is really sweet and amazing. She did a wonderful job taking care of my dad who is super picky about certain caregivers. On top of that, she is super kind, warm, and professional. Often times she even went above and beyond the call of duty. She went out of her...

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Andrea M.


Costa Mesa, CA

$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny With18 Years Of Experience (Newborn- Highschool Age Children)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I'm Andrea & have cared for children and adults for 18 years. I cater to families as a day & overnight nanny during 6-14 hour shifts. I assist with postpartum confinement /quarantine period. I have a decade of experience as a behavioral interventionist in OC school districts. I've nannied for newborns, multiples & children with...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Andrea was excellent and super helpful. I hired her for a few hours every morning for two weeks and a few overnights. She supported me with walking and feeding my dog. She even assisted me in taking him to the vet when he had a severe ear infection. She also helped...

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Holli B.


Orange, CA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Holli. I am a proud single mother of one young adult daughter. I am highly compassionate, protective, nurturing and young at heart! I love children and have worked with them all my life in various settings. I have taken care of children in a school setting for over 22 years and in home care for over 25 years. I...
Holli can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I just love Holli, she is always a good worker, is cheerful and willing to do what needs to be done. She has worked for us for 4 years now several hours a week and has been a lifesaver helping to take care of my 91 year old mother."

Marcia O.

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Sara Z.


Orange, CA

$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Education Caregiver/Nanny

I worked for Santa Ana USD for over 10 years in the special education department. Started with the elementary level promoted to middle and high school. Later with students who graduated from high school and became Regional Center clients. One of my responsibilities was to assist in their transition to become independent and deal...
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Sara Z.


Orange, CA

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked at SAUSD with clients with special needs. Some with physical and/or mental challenges, I also work with several care giving agencies for over nine years, I am experienced working with clients with Alzheimer's , dementia, cancer, post surgery, also memory loss and/or mental disabilities, some of my responsibilities have...
Sara can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, visiting physician, personal care, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
"Sara was extremely professional and diligent. Our uncle and family were extremely fortunate to have her. Above and beyond our expectations. Would definitely hire her again, if needed."

Angela G.

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Leslie G.


Lake Forest, CA

$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter, Nanny and Mom Available Full or Part Time.

Compassionate Experienced Educated Caregiver In the process of training to be an Occupational Therapist. Facilitating adults and children to improve their life experiences physiologically through art and life skills in a therapeutic manner. Able to work independently or with a team. Experienced instructor/tutor with a history of...
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Isabel T.


Orange, CA

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Expiernce Nanny/ CNA

I'm an experienced caregiver, motivated to make a positive impact on children's lives and support families. I have a patient and friendly demeanor, and I'm always finding creative ways to engage with children. With five years of experience, I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents, both...
Isabel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Luz V.


Garden Grove, CA

$25-28/hr • 20 yrs exp

NANNY OR BABYSITTER

I am a babysitter with 20 years of experience and specialize in newborns to 4-year-olds, twins and children with special needs. I have helped families with newborn children create a sleep schedule, meal preparation at each stage of growth, potty training, supporting children in all their different stages of development. I am...
Luz can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Milika A.


Santa Ana, CA

$37-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi my name is Milika and I am an experienced nanny offering reliable and loving childcare services. With 10 years of hands-on experience, I specialize in creating safe, nurturing, and engaging environments for children of all ages and needs Over 10+ years of experience proving exceptional care for children ranging from 3...
Milika can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep

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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Irvine, CA

Laura K.

5.0

Laura is exceptional! Creative, fun, smart, organized, always putting the needs of the kids and parents first. Truly, a nanny extraordinaire!

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Ciara F.

5.0

I conversed with Ciara about a job for my son - I had sought her out specifically because she fit the profile I was looking for when looking for a nanny. She wasn't a match for us due to our timings not lining up, but she was pleasant, professional, kind and bent over backwards to try and make...

- Alyssa L.

Aida G.

5.0

Aida took such good care of my two daughters, who were 5 months old and 4 years old at the time. She was caring, structured, creative and attentive. I give her my highest recommendation.

- Jen P.

Sara Z.

5.0

Sara has been a big help to my family in caring for our 2 year old son. She is very hands on, one on my one time, reads books, crafts, puzzles and teaches. She follows direction well and has made me feel safe and comfortable. I would recommend her to any family who needs any care-giving.

- Tahnee S.

Jumai B.

5.0

Last summer, Jumai, who goes by the name Mai, took care of our 2-year-old son. We couldn't have been happier with her services. Our son adored her. Every day, Mai would bring toys and play with him before dinner, creating a joyful atmosphere. She would also feed him his meals and put him to bed,...

- Care member

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Ratings for Irvine, CA special needs nannies listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Nannies in Irvine, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs nannies.