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Find special needs caregivers in Costa Mesa, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Costa Mesa, CA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Costa Mesa, CA

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Kelly S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

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With over 15 years of experience in babysitting and nannying I enjoy working with kids of all ages. I recently have been working with special needs children and have grown to enjoy it and I feel a special calling towards it. I am happy to work with whatever your family is working on.
I am a balanced mom of 4 flourishing adult kids. Caring for children comes easy to me. I am responsible, patient & detail oriented. I teach pilates & I am a passionate photographer. I am in search of a sweet family to help with day to day care part time. Babies, toddlers, teens all the ages I can connect and help bring calmness...
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Jill L.


Costa Mesa, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider With Background In ABA

I am currently employed with Newport Mesa Unified school district. I specialize in adaptive learning strategize and love working with children on the spectrum.
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Hayley R.


Costa Mesa, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child care

I have over 10 years of experience with childcare. Coming from a large family with 2 younger siblings, I was babysitting and helping with my little brother and sister at a young age. We all helped take care of each other! During college I worked at a daycare for 4 years. I worked with all ages, ranging from new born, to middle...
Hayley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Jacquelyn B.


Costa Mesa, CA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for 6 years now and I have been a professional nanny for four years now. I found my last job on care.com and it was the perfect match, so I am looking for a family that I can work well with. I have experience taking care of children from ages 6 months to 14 years old, I also have experience caring for...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

I have 5 years of experience and 2 of those years I was a private nanny for two kids. I can help wherever is needed like grocery shopping, cleaning, running errands, etc. I love kids and think it is important to create a safe and positive environment. I used to tutored kids with special needs and loved it! I hope to get to meet...
Giulia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
I have a lot of experience with children. Specifically, I had a special needs sister who needed 24 hour care and I know a lot about the behaviors of special needs children. I love kids very much and you will feel safe leaving your child in my care. I am a safe driver and have no issue taking your child anywhere they need to go.
Trinity can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
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Chloe M.


Costa Mesa, CA

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Recent college graduate. Have taken courses in early childhood development and student taught a Pre k class. I have had experience babysitting and nannying children as young newborns to as old as 15-year-old. Also have experience working with special needs kids. I am looking for a job nannying/babysitting part-time.
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Serena C.


Costa Mesa, CA

$23-38/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Serena (Rena)! I am an experienced and fun filled person with tons of references for all family needs. I am a nanny, a tutor, private chef/mother's helper, as well as I have a housekeeping ! I actually play college volleyball full time! I have a pretty flexible schedule, especially during the summer and I also...
Serena can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always had a passion for nurturing children's growth and development and have taken great joy in babysitting roles in the past. My 16 years of experience have equipped me with the skills and knowledge to provide reliable childcare support for families. I'm a patient, calm, creative, and friendly person. I believe in open...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lillian R.


Costa Mesa, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have 25 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I've been working at Newport Unified School District for 25 years. I work with special needs mild to moderate learning disabilities. It is my passion and is very rewarding for me. I am a mother of 3 adult Young men.
Lillian can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sydney I.


Costa Mesa, CA

$20-22/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Sydney, I Am Very Responsible And I Guarantee Your Kids Will Be In Safe Hands.

I'd describe my personality as friendly, responsible, comforting I like working with kids because I love gaining experience for my future with my own kids. I've grown up in a big family with kids always around, creating a positive view of childcare. I'm looking for a job that has open communication between the parent and I....
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Lydia B.


Costa Mesa, CA

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and friendly nature creates a warm and welcoming environment for children to thrive. With a graduate degree and over 6 years of experience, I have a strong understanding of child development and early...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Elsa R.


Costa Mesa, CA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! In preparation to become a pediatric occupational therapist, I have gained a lot of experience with children and love what I do. I have been a nanny, special needs assistant, church child care volunteer, occupational therapy volunteer, and summer camp volunteer. Additionally I have worked as an in home care provider for a...
Elsa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Maddie S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Creating The Childhood, Your Kids Read About In Their Storybooks

I have had the amazing honor of working with kids all around the world!! Whether it be a special-needs school in Israel, a public school in Brazil, a remote village in the bush, bush of Africa, or a children's orphanage in South Africa. Since I was a little girl, I always found myself at the kids table! I have also worked as a...
Maddie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Corrinne S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$27/hr13 yrs exp

Energetic And Caring Babysitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, Families! My name is Corrinne and I have had the privilege of being a babysitter/nanny for over 13 years! I have cared for children in a wide capacity of settings, including date-night babysitter, was a full-time nanny overseas (au pair), camp counselor, student teacher, and as a volunteer for women's shelters. I love...
Corrinne can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Michelle V P.


Costa Mesa, CA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

I Would Love And Come And Help With Your Little Ones!

Hi I'm Michelle, I've been working with kids full time for the last 4 years. I have worked with a nanny agency in the past and as a caregiver for special needs children and young adults. I currently work at a daycare full time. I am the cook there but I also help as a teacher assistant when needed. I am available on weekdays...
Michelle V can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Elsa R.


Costa Mesa, CA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver, Special Needs Assistant

I have worked in many caregiving environments such as in home caregiving, nannying, and one on one special needs assistance and would love to find more ways that I can help. I have experience with administering medications, seizure protocol, cooking, hygiene, and community events. I am studying to become an occupational...
Elsa can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.