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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Chula Vista, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Chula Vista, CA

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Katherine S.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Babysittet

3.7

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Nanny available immediately! I start as early as Monday. I'm located in NorthPark but willing to travel. I have 8 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and Nannying combined. I work with children of all ages and abilities. I have experience with special needs, medical needs, multiples, domestic and international...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is very personable and engaging looking forward to having her join our team! "

Wendy A.

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Ellaine G.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr6 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am Ellaine. I am 29 yrs old. I live in National City, CA. I've been a babysitter for 3 years, respite care provider for children with disability for 2 years, ABA therapist for 2 years, and have experience working with children with special needs for 3 years. I have may Bachelors degree in Psychology, has an adult and...
Ellaine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"I interviewed Ellaine for a nanny position with my family. She was punctual, polite and she seems to really love kids. I ultimately hired a nanny that I already knew, but I would definitely keep her in mind for the future."

Crystal D.

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Amanda D.


Spring Valley, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love kids and have 5 of my own, from 14-year-old twins to 26-year-olds. I have volunteered as a sitter with Radys ER psych unit, and also volunteered and worked part time at Bancroft Elementary in Spring Valley. I have been in Healthcare for 20 years. I have worked Companion Care to Hospice, and have 16 years of quad...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Friendly and conpassionate nursing student with clinical experience in acute and mental health care.
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Laura M.


San Diego, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Family Care Provider

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi families! I'm Laura, a responsible and experienced childcare provider. I've spent many years caring for kids from 3 months to 12 years old in homes, daycares, and schools. Looking for a safe and loving place for your little ones? I can provide that! My top priority is making sure your kids are SAFE and get the care they...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Laura. She nannied for our daughter from 9mo-15mo and, if our schedules had aligned better, we'd never have let her leave! Laura is in the perfect profession - she's incredible with kids, and genuinely loves what she does - and...

Shreya K.

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Thailyn W.


San Diego, CA

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable,Caring.Trustworthy. Watchful Eye Babysitter.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Thailyn and I am passionate about helping people in any way possible. One of my outstanding qualities is my love for working with children. I have over 10 years of work experience in the education field. Growing up in a family of teachers has influenced my passion for playing and teaching children life skills....
Thailyn can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Thailyn has earned my highest recommendation. She cared for our two kids, aged 3 and 5, every weekday afternoon for a year. She has a special knack for blending FUN and ensuring the kids felt loved and listened to. Equally important, she knew how to help calm big...

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Lucy R.


San Diego, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caretaker With Ample Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

From a young age, I've been passionate about caring for others, and over the past 17 years, I've gained extensive experience working with children of all ages, from newborns to teens. I hold a degree in Elementary Education, which has allowed me to teach and empower kids in various settings, from schools to outdoor education...
Lucy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We love her! Will be hiring again."

Chelsea C.

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Catherine T.


San Diego, CA

$18-40/hr14 yrs exp

Searching For Part-Time To Full Time Nannying, Babysitting, Dog/House Sitting Position!

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Catherine and I am a 31-year-old Chemistry student with 12+ years of nanny experience. Located in 92115. I love kids and pets! I have spent most of my adult life working as a caretaker, tutor, and nanny. Interested in babysitting, nanny, tutoring, light cleaning, cooking/meal prep/grocery shopping,...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I've enjoyed working with Catherine during my relocation and beyond. She was very loyal and calm with us during our stressful moving process and I was always able to count on her to show up and respond to my messages. She's now helping us with sitting while my...

Kent W.

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Lucia R.


Coronado, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Lucia

Compassionate, dedicated, and highly skilled CDA and RBT certified childcare worker that pays particular attention to the youth by providing educational, therapeutic, and emotional support. With high empathy and excellent listening skills, a passion for people highlights my connection, as well as certifications, for a positive...
5.0
"Lucia is a hard worker and I appreciate her attention to detail. She cleaned our house thoroughly and she did a wonderful job. I have already rebooked her in a couple weeks and look forward to working with her in the future! "

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Sariya M.


San Diego, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

The Safe And Fun Sitter

Hired by 40 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sariya and I am 23 years old. I currently work with children with autism, providing resources and support for families. I am fully independent with my own transportation. Safe and clean driving record. I have a strong love and passion for children as I plan on making it my career. I have experience in ABA therapy...
Sariya can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sariya was very kind, easy going and took great care of our babies. She was very communicative, on time and we will definitely reach out to her again. "

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Madison A.


San Diego, CA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caretaker With Degrees In Behavioral Science

Hello! *I'm only accepting occasional or weekend jobs at this time* About me, I am an experienced caretaker of 15+ years and two degrees in psychology and behavioral science. As a registered behavior technician, I am trained to care for individuals with special needs, physical handicaps, and neurodivergence. I welcome any...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Madison is absolutely wonderful with kids of all ages! My children are 8 and 11, and they love every time she babysits. I appreciate how mature, responsible, and dependable Madi is. She's also very flexible. I highly recommend her. "

Loriann N.

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Tatiana G.


San Diego, CA

$20-42/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Tatiana. Originally, I am from Russia and have live in the USA for 12 years. I enjoy working with kids and looking for a part-time nanny job to take some weight off your shoulders. I love kids and always can get along with them. I like doing studying activities, like reading, coloring, playing memory games...
Tatiana can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Tatiana worked as a full time nanny for my autistic son for several years. She was punctual, loving, careful, and became an integral part of our family. She worked for us at the time my son received his diagnosis and not only did she do all the childcare things she...

Betsy G.

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Catherine C.


National City, CA

$17-22/hr

Certified Nurse Assistant/ Caregiver/ Childcare/ Housekeeping

I do have experience in taking care of a client with developmental delay, adhd, autism, down syndrome, sun downing, paraplegic, quadroplegic, spinal injury. I can give reference if needed.
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Reasey C.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Respite Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Reasey, I am 37 yearly old. I have been a caretaker for people of all ages, and very passionate about being of service to others. I have been a Respite care worker for the both Navy and Air Force families for the last 10 years, providing care to special needs children. I also a Certified Nursing Assistant, and...
Reasey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

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Joel W.


Imperial Beach, CA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun loving happy singing yogi with tons of experience with child care both special needs children (from severe autism to minor behavioral challenges) and children without special needs. I went to school for child psychology but was unable to finish due to the intensity of the program and my heart couldn't handle what I...
Joel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

I am currently a resident assistant at Hearthstone (Fairhaven) in Whitewater for elderly dementia patients! I also have had experience working with children with autism as an autism technician. Over the summer I also cared for a patient in their home with Parkinson's disease and another patient who had multiple sclerosis. I...
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Bridgette S.


San Diego, CA

$18-19/hr4 yrs exp

Kind And Patient Nanny

I have worked with children for over four years in both professional and familial settings. I am currently pursuing a career in early childhood education, but I am taking a semester off to work full time. Before I enrolled in MPC, I worked as a behavior technician for a company that worked with children diagnosed with ASD. I...
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Anna S.


Coronado, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Attentative And Reliable Childcare Provider

I've experience with children from newborns to age 11, including those with special needs. I am fully vaccinated, CPR, AED, and First Aid certified, and have a reliable car. I enjoy engaging kids with various activities, visiting the library, playground, and fun events. In addition to childcare, I handle housekeeping and meal...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a reliable, patient, and positive person who has experience as a CNA and babysitter. I am committed to providing optimal care for children and adults and I am always open to completing new tasks amongst a job! I love to organize, cook, clean, and even do arts & crafts! I also was a Teacher's Assistant in High School...
Hi, I'm Andrea! I'm a caring and reliable nanny with over 10 years of experience working with kids of all ages, from babies to older children. I've been working with children since I was 18. I spent 4 years as a school teacher and 2 years as a full-time nanny for a family I still stay in touch with. I've also worked with...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chula Vista, CA

Katherine S.

5.0

Katy is a great babysitter. She took amazing care of my 2 year old, 4 year old and 11 year old. She was polite and professional. She made them great food and took them on fun outings. I could not recommend Katy enough.

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Ellaine G.

4.0

I interviewed Ellaine for a nanny position with my family. She was punctual, polite and she seems to really love kids. I ultimately hired a nanny that I already knew, but I would definitely keep her in mind for the future.

- Crystal D.

Laura M.

5.0

Lara was the absolute best nanny to our baby boy. She was with us for over a year and a half and truly became part of our family. She taught our son so much, and genuinely cared for him, which is every mother’s biggest hope when looking for child care. She is still dear to our hearts and we could...

- Care member

Thailyn W.

5.0

Thailyn was wonderful with our 14-month old daughter! This was our first experience with a babysitter, so although nervous, we were immediately put at ease with Thailyn's calm yet enthusiastic approach. We will definitely seek care from Thailyn in the future!

- Care member

Lucy R.

5.0

We love her! Will be hiring again.

- Chelsea C.

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Chula Vista, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.