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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Carlsbad, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Carlsbad, CA

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Zoe E.


Carlsbad, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Weekends

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am young professional newer to the area. I have experience caring for children from age 1 to 12 and have worked with special needs before. I was a student-athlete throughout college so I love spending time outside and being active with kids. I also love doing crafts or baking!
Zoe can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Warning - Two "type-A" parents here (tech and private equity types)- We hired Zoe to watch our twins while we were out at an event. First thing, she's great at communication. She was very clear, asked great questions and showed up on time! We loved that she was a...

Dion B.

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Caitlin R.


Carlsbad, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Compassionate, Artistic, Positive Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am certified in first aid/CPR/AED with infant, children, and Adults. I have 17 years of childcare experience in all areas including Special Needs. I enjoy working with children and watching them develop and grow. I am very engaging and I love to interact with children on their level. Imaginative play, Creativity, Art,...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Caitlin has a parent's understanding of special needs children and an adult child's understanding of parental illness. Clearly, she manages the gamut in-between. Caitlin is thoughtful, honest, direct, and has always displayed age and developmental appropriate care....

Terri W.

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Thaina F.


Carlsbad, CA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Thaina, and I'm 29 years old. I have a degree in Kindergarten Education and over 7 years of experience working with children from newborns to 14 years old. I'm a passionate educator who loves helping children learn and grow in fun, engaging ways. Some of my favorite activities include teaching children to...
Thaina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Thaina showed up on time and was really great with our 3 kids. All of them connected with her, even our 1-year-old, who gets fussy around people she doesn’t know. She was also honest, professional, and friendly. We look forward to having her back!"

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Ewa K.


Carlsbad, CA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior care taker!

13 year's experience with Alzheimer's Dementia , Hospice care , HHA license, CPR special training program for DSP ( Special Needs patient ) CNA school . TB test , criminal background, Amazing reference from Patient and family members Dog friendly
Ewa can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, home modification, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ewa and Gosia took care of my mother in the last 2 weeks of her life. I had been caring for her on my own and was stressed and exhausted. They came and everything changed. I had a life back and knew that mom was getting excellent care. They were kind, gentle,...

Sara Z.

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Donna S.


Carlsbad, CA

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Child Disability Care

I have worked 7 months with a 5-year-old who has Agenesis of corpus callosum (ACC) a rare disorder that is present at birth (congenital). It is characterized by a partial or complete absence (agenesis) of an area of the brain that connects the two cerebral hemispheres. Due to the he had trouble walking, was not speaking at all,...
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Claire C.


Carlsbad, CA

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently going to school to become an elementary teacher and am minoring in special education. special education has a special place in my heart and I have experience with my brother who has autism.
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Amaree S.


Carlsbad, CA

$24-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I've been in childcare for about 2 and a half years now and I love it. I mainly work with children with autism but I've worked with children without disorders as well. I love kids and I love my job. It's so rewarding to see the progress in kids as they grow.
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Nicole G.


Carlsbad, CA

$23-24/hr4 yrs exp

Hi my name is Nicki, I have had a lot of experience working with all ages with different disabilities. I'm happy to dive into the details if interested!
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Gloria M.


Carlsbad, CA

$18-48/hr10 yrs exp

Im a care provider with a lot of medical skills working and any medical condition I'm also a nurse student online that well loved to help you with your loved one hope to have the opportunity thank you
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Caroline C.


Carlsbad, CA

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Weeknight & Weekend Respite/Babysitter

Hello! My name is Caroline and I am a full time Speech-Language Pathologist at a local hospital in Austin, TX area. I'm looking for a part-time position after work and occasionally on the weekends! Before becoming a SLP, I was a paraprofessional and substitute teacher for Pittsford Central School District in NY. I have a passion...
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Caitlin R.


Carlsbad, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate

I have worked with many ages for special needs care. I have a few family members as well that are also special needs and I have helped care for them as well. I know it can be hard so if you need help please reach out.
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Karen F.


Carlsbad, CA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Experienced Teacher And Caregiver

I have been a credentialed teacher for over 30 years and have had the privilege of working in a variety of programs, grade levels, and subject matter. For the last 7 years I have had the honor of working for the Encinitas school district as a yoga, health and wellness instructor, and reading intervention teacher. My school has...
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Kathryn S.


Carlsbad, CA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver With Nurse Aide And Medical Assistant Experience Available

I worked as a certified nurse aide in the past and as a medical assistant as well, before working 9 years as a flavor chemist. The past 8 months I helped care for my elderly father. I just got a work from home specialty pharmacy call center rep and am looking for part-time work as a caregiver to you or your loved one on a...
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Stacy A.


Carlsbad, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hi. Responsible, reliable RN with 10+ years of hospital, home health care. Would love to provide companion, errands, medication assistance transportation help to your loved one. Unfortunately I am unable to provide lifting or mobility assistance as I am using a walker myself. Full criminal background and Clean DMV records...
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Heidi T.


Carlsbad, CA

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

The Fun Nanny

Hi! I'm so excited have the opportunity to become a part of your family! I've been a flight attendant for 3 years and due to recent circumstances, am looking to take a multi-month leave for the next several months or longer. I have experience with multiple children, special needs (autism), and used to care for a family of 3...
Heidi can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have been babysitting for over 7 years and I have plenty experience with children of all ages, I love kids and I am 100% comfortable with any type of pet since I also have experience in pet sitting. I am good with working with multiple kids at a time and different ages, I also have a lot of experience in meal preparation. I...
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
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Elisa S.


Carlsbad, CA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Your Family Helper!

Hello! My name is Elisa, and I am looking for a part-time nanny position! I am currently majoring in psychology at Cal State San Marcos and have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds. I also have professional in-school experience supporting children with special needs. A little about...
Elisa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Sandra D.


Carlsbad, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic And Loving Sitter!!

I have been a mom for 22 years and I have over 10 years of experience working children with and without special needs/autism. I am passionate about caring for ages newborns and up. Working with children has always been rewarding, enjoyable and a passion of mine. Having the opportunity to share my ideas and hear new ones from...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Jessica F.


Carlsbad, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a former Preschool and Kindergarten teacher, Mindfulness Coach, Nature School owner, and former full-time nanny working with typical children as well as children with special needs. I have over 25 years experience in childcare. I'm a mama to my own two precious children aged 11 and 13, and I come from a big family with my...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lily H.


Carlsbad, CA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny For The Month Of July!

Hi! My name is Lily and I am a current student at Texas Christian University! I am very outgoing and am passionate about all things kids, arts and crafts, activities, and just loving one another well!! I have previous experience working for a family with a special needs child! Please reach out if I would fit your needs! I look...
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Carlsbad, CA

Zoe E.

5.0

Warning - Two "type-A" parents here (tech and private equity types)- We hired Zoe to watch our twins while we were out at an event. First thing, she's great at communication. She was very clear, asked great questions and showed up on time! We loved that she was a college D1 athlete, which meant she...

- Dion B.

Caitlin R.

5.0

Caitlin was great with our two boys (2 and 6 months). We would definitely hire her again!

- Marc P.

Thaina F.

5.0

Thaina is patient and caring and my daughter had a great time having her as a babysitter.

- Care member

Ewa K.

5.0

Working with Ewelina is a pleasure! She’s very attentive and professional. I can recommend her to anyone looking for a caregiver!

- Care member

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Ratings for Carlsbad, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Carlsbad, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.