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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Marcela F.
Corona del Mar, CA
$23-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Eleanor L.
Corona del Mar, CA
$24-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Light cleaning, live-in home care, respite care, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
3.0
(2)
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:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
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
"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.
5.0
(1)
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...
Care member
4.5
(2)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
4.0
"Great person. Had activities ready for my son. Genuine person. "
carlton M.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(4)
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great at organization and making spaces more manageable! Would love to work with her again"
Care member
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sarah was great with our 5 year old. Our son has never had a babysitter, so was nervous, but he cannot wait to have her come back!"
Heidi P.
Rand S.
Costa Mesa, CA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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.
Andrea M.
Costa Mesa, CA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With18 Years Of Experience (Newborn- Highschool Age Children)
5.0
(7)
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: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Andrea has been the best for our family! She helped me with my daughter for the first time when she was about 8 months old and when my son was 3. After an evening out the house looked amazing and the kids were happily sleeping in their beds. She really stuck with...
Care member
4.8
(52)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"
Carri has watched our frenchie for several overnight trips and took excellent care of her while we were gone. I prefer having her in the care of someone individually than be boarded. Carri watches your pet in her home, gives one on one attention, lots of...
Care member
5.0
(3)
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.
Jenna D.
Irvine, CA
$30-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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
"Jenna is simply an incredible, loving, reliable, and caring babysitter. She has been taking care of our girls for over 5 years (from their newborn days to now). Our girls LOVE Jenna more than anything in this world ❤️ They truly count the minutes until Jenna walks...
Care member
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(2)
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: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & 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...
Care member
4.6
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....
5.0
"We hired Carri for a reception party at our home as a party caretaker. She cooked and set up food, kept drinks filled, cleared empty plates and cups, washed dirty dishes and was very professional, personable and friendly with my guests. She was a big help and gave...
Kanela W.
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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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