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Special needs caregivers in Corona del Mar, CA

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Eleanor L.


Corona del Mar, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 8 All Moved Out I Live Kids

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I have 30+ years of Child to Adult Special Needs Exp. I love kids, I've had 8 kids myself. Now I have grandkids I spend my spare time with. I am like a kid myself. I take my grandkids to the park and play on all the toys. I workout, eat healthy, eat organic as much as possible. Prices are negotiable! Depending on the job care...
Eleanor can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have initiative and I have a lot of energy I used to teach yoga for kids. I love to cook healthy food. I have a lot of experience with special needs. And I am comfortable with animals around the house. I'd describe my personality as high-energy, empathy, awareness. I like working with kids because I am very good with...
Marcela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello I'm Ellie, I'm a mother/grandmother. I've had 8 children. I have years of experience working with children and adults with and without special needs. I love children along with my passion for adults in need of care. I'm available for short and long term care or respite care. Short term live in is negotiable as well. I look...
Eleanor can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter Available Weekends And Some Weekdays

3.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Recent graduate student. However, I had many years of taking care of special needs since my sister is special needs. I was also the leader of the children's department at my church where I was responsible for helping and teaching them various skills they needed in school. throughout my life, I have been part of various outreach...
Marina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her as I trust her 100 percent with both my kids....

Tiffany S.

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Megan Q.


Newport Beach, CA

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Megan and I am a 3rd year graduate student at Chapman University working towards my doctorate in physical therapy. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Oregon with a degree in Human Physiology and a minor in Spanish. I have 2 years of experience working with children with special needs at Rise...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"It was great to have Megan babysit our daughter. She had a great time and was cared for well."

Shane M.

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Suzanne S.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Professional Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 2 profiles. 1 for CHILDCARE and 1 for SPECIAL NEEDS. Please see my RECOMMENDATIONS and 5 Star Rating from my 3 PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS on Care. com on my childcare page. Ty! My son is now 27 years old and was diagnosed with Autism when he was 3 years old. He is an Aspie. He attended special day classes full time for five...
5.0
"Suzanne is an amazing extension of our family. She has taken care of my two small children (newborn and 1.5 year old to present) and is so great at managing multiple kids. She constantly keeps both kids at different stages and ages entertained and learning. On top...

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Sheriffa P.


Costa Mesa, CA

$28-33/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there, A little bit about my background, I have over 10 years experience as a nanny for two amazing families in the past and I have over 70 clinical hours working on pediatric units and NICU for my nursing program. I am currently enrolled in nursing school, expected graduation date, December 2024. It is my passion to work...
Sheriffa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Great person. Had activities ready for my son. Genuine person. "

carlton M.

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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$27-50/hr6 yrs exp

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.
5.0
"I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a...

Shannon F.

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Michaela M.


Laguna Beach, CA

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Care Provider/nanny

Hello! I'm Cayla a nurturing and experienced nanny with a passion for providing care to children. I specialize in creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment for children of all ages. I take pride in my ability to handle various responsibilities, including cooking nutritious meals, maintaining a tidy home, and caring for...
Michaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Cayla is the best! She is amazing with our 10 month old twin girls, always talking and laughing with them, putting on music, going outside, doing sensory play, etc. She is great about keeping them on their schedule and being flexible with their needs. We love her...

Katie K.

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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mama Bear

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My middle daughter has visual and neurological deficits and my youngest has Asperger's, giving me 28 years of experience with children with special needs.
5.0
"Carolyn helps me care for my adult son, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2019. She is one of the most compassionate, caring and nicest people I have ever met. She listens intently, asks pertinent questions, and insists on doing tasks herself so she learns...

Richard B.

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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$30-51/hr10 yrs exp

Newport Mama/Grandmother

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of 2 adult children and one teenager, as well as a new grandmother. I love caring for both children and adults and they usually take to me quickly. As a retired interior designer/stager/home organizer I also am well versed in caring for a home. My daughter has moderate visual and neurological impairments so I'm able...
Carolyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Carolyn was the best sitter for our 6 month old baby. She is so kind and friendly. She immediately got down on the floor and played with our son. He loved her! We will definitely contact her again!"

Hallie S.

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Sarah S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Reliable. Caring. Trustworthy. Fun.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Sarah and I'm a German native! I moved to California two years ago to teach German and Spanish at a German school/Christian School. It has always been on my heart to move temporarily to another country - so here I am! I pursued a teaching degree in Germany due to my love of working with children/teenagers 5. 5 years...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Sarah was wonderful with our 2-year-old! She is attentive, caring, and fun. We were lucky to find her and she's now our go-to babysitter. Thank you Sarah!"

Julia H.

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Jessica D.


Costa Mesa, CA

$23-38/hr3 yrs exp

I'm Passionate When It Comes To Special Needs.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Jessica, I had been a caretaker for many years privately as well as professionally, I have worked with autistic clients both children and adults, clients with cerebral palsy, elderly with dementia, and most mental disorders. I have a SUDRC and have worked in dual diagnosis treatment facilities for many years...
5.0
"Jess has been a great help to us. She always shows up on time and is extremely dependable."

Brian G.

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Rand S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents and caregivers I'm Rand. I'm 25 years old i'm a preschool teacher and I have a passion for little ones I have 6 years of experience in babysitting, nannying and I have CPR training and caring for persons with special needs and teaching Arabic language I'd love to fill your families life with fun creativity and...
Rand can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Rand was a really fun babysitter for our daughter. Patient and calm."

Tamara M.

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Andrea M.


Costa Mesa, CA

$40/hr10 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, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Very good smile and friendly caregiver. Very helpful and go with the flow. Babies love smiling faces. Andrea is the one who provides positive vibes. She is experienced and willing to share techniques. My newborn baby was in good hands. Andrea also care with love."

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing, Fun, Reliable, Dependable Sitter/nanny

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely LOVE children/kids and animals! About me: I am kind, loving, patient, empathetic, great disposition, fun, energetic and outgoing! I love the beach, walking, hiking, music, reading, boating, traveling and amusements parks! I live in Laguna Niguel. I am married, have three sons and three beautiful grandsons! I have a...
Carri can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I recently adopted a rescue dog, William, and had to travel out of town for a weekend. It had only been 6 weeks since the adoption and I was not comfortable leaving William alone. I'm an overbearing dog dad to a fault, and worry about my furry family members when I...

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Jenna D.


Irvine, CA

$30-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Jenna and I just moved to California from Phoenix! I have been working with kids since I was 15 and have been a nanny for the past 5 years and have loved it! I have experience working with kids of all ages and with special needs. I really enjoy teaching kids new things and watching them learn and grow! I am the...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"5 stars all the way. From communicating her past work experience , to troubleshooting scenarios that may take place with my son who has ASD, to keeping me updated whilst away with photos and updates .... Jenna was able to provide me with peace of mind on my first...

Adena L.

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Veronica B.


Tustin, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Sweet, Responsible Part Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Veronica, I am 28 years old and I currently work for the Santa Ana Unified School District in the Adult Transition Program as a paraprofessional for students who are severely disabled. The class where I work is called medically fragile, there I get to work with young adults between the ages of 17-23. I have gained so...
5.0
"Veronica was a perfect fit for special needs . 1 on 1 aid at. school district giver her a great ability to have hands on with all the g-tube,trachea,pure food, feeding and liquids,diaper changes , lifts... sorry i am short handing but if you have a...

Dale N.

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Julie G.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-45/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Here To Help.

I have grown up with severe asthma and allergies and have spent most of my childhood, teen, and even some of adult life sick, dealing with surgeries, and taking medicines. It was not easy for me and always felt left out. I have always been compassionate and very intelligent when it comes to others and their conditions or issues....
5.0
"I'd place my life in her hands."

Charles G.

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Maddie G.


Irvine, CA

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Childcare Provider With Over 8 Years Of Experience.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was born and raised in Washington State and I am new to Orange County. I have experience with all ages of kids including infants. I attended a performing arts college in Corona and through this school I have had many opportunities to travel the world working with over 5, 000 children, including places like Japan, Germany,...
Maddie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"I have witnessed first hand how wonderful Maddie is working with children and taking care of them. She loves little ones and even more importantly they love her! She is gentle, kind, compassionate and hard working. She is somebody who you can fully trust and will...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Corona del Mar, CA

Marina B.

5.0

Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her as I trust her 100 percent with both my kids. She has been a blessing.

- Tiffany S.

Megan Q.

5.0

Megan is outstanding with our 14-month-old, keeping her engaged and happy with activities. Her excellent communication and care made us feel completely at ease.

- Bethany S.

Suzanne S.

5.0

Suzanne is an amazing extension of our family. She has taken care of my two small children (newborn and 1.5 year old to present) and is so great at managing multiple kids. She constantly keeps both kids at different stages and ages entertained and learning. On top of all the fun activities she comes...

- Care member

Sheriffa P.

4.0

Great person. Had activities ready for my son. Genuine person.

- carlton M.

Marina B.

5.0

I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a family member with special needs, she...

- Shannon F.

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