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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Costa Mesa, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Costa Mesa, CA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Margaret, and I am passionate about providing compassionate care to those who need it most. With 3 plus years of experience in babysitting, I've developed a genuine love for helping others feel comfortable, safe, and supported in their daily lives.
I pride myself on being patient, reliable, and attentive to...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Elsa R.
Costa Mesa, CA
$20-30/hr • 3 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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Maddie S.
Costa Mesa, CA
$20-50/hr • 10 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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Michelle V P.
Costa Mesa, CA
$20-25/hr • 3 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
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: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
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: Errands, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
I have 4 plus years working with the elderly and special needs people from all ages. I've worked with patients with dementia, strokes, heart problems, cancer, etc.
Stephany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hello, I was a stay at home Mom for more than 10 years. I used to be a Certified Nursing Assistant in a Nursing facility and also worked one on one at the clients home. I had to quit working and raised my kids. My children are now grown ups and looking forward to work again. I loved working with the elderly, they're the sweetest...
Kristen K.
Costa Mesa, CA
$15-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am 18 years old and in college for social work. My goal is to have a career in Child Protective Services. I love working with children. I worked at Aqua-Tots Swim Schools for a few months and gained experience working with children 4 months to 12 years of age. I have experience working with special needs children as well. I...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
As an experienced caregiver, I bring a rich blend of qualifications, traits, and skills, making me an ideal fit for the babysitting role. With an outgoing nature and a tight-knit family of five, I graduated from Pacifica Christian High School in Orange County and presently pursuing a Communication major as a Senior student at...
Ava can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have always been really good with kids. I have two younger sisters, one of which is 11 years younger than me. When I was in college I worked for Downey Unified School District as an A. V. I. D. tutor to aid youths toward their goals for college. Since they I have watched kids from newborns to teenagers for friends and family....
Aimee can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Kimberly H.
Santa Ana, CA
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Worked at Hylond Home for developmentally disabled children. I have experience with grooming/hygiene, feeding tube/spoon, exercise therapy, transfers, medications.
Loved this job! Very rewarding to help those truly in need as well as the families.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello Orange County! My name is Emily. I am a returning college student in search of local loving families to join.
As a former behavior technician and local nanny, I have years of diverse child and infant care experience. I have been working with children for nearly 6 years as a part-time nanny, tutor, lifeguard, and...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Emily was on time and super nice and communicative. Will definitely hire her again to babysit!"
Megan Z.
5.0
(2)
Graduated Pacific College LVN program. Friendly, patient, honest, loyal, understanding & care about others.
I love animals too!! I can help with:
- Transportation Services
- Experience > newborns & up
- Experience > Alzheimer's & dementia
- Experience > autism
- Organizing/light cleaning; vacuuming, dusting, decluttering,...
5.0
"Alice did an amazing job of caring for me on a very sincere and kind level. She was punctual and reliable and very clear regarding her expectations. She was also great jumping right in with little to no instructions. Her maturity level and professionalism far...
Jean K.
5.0
(6)
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & 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)
Hi! My name is Charis and I am a freshman at Boise State University studying nursing. I have always loved being around and taking care of kids. I enjoy spending time outside, doing crafts, and playing games. My family has fostered children over the past 10 years, so I had many opportunities to care for children of all ages. I am...
Charis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Charis has been caring for 6-9 kids for us when we gather for community dinners. The kids adore her. She is kind, engages them with age appropriate activities. Ages range from 2-12. I would highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Flory. As an ABA Specialist, I have focused my care primarily on children with special needs for the last 20+ years. Aside from running my business as an art teacher, I am known for entertaining the neighbor kids, and helping out families in need of extra hands from time to time.
Whether supporting my families as a...
Flory can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Flory is amazing. My children absolutely LOVE when Ms Flory comes over. She is so creative and beyond patient with my children. My daughter asked me all the time, when she’s coming back. She would be a blessing to any family she works for. "
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am seeking full - or part-time employment in childcare or senior care. I have extensive experience with running a household and am able to drive to and from appointments, school, or activities. I also love cooking and can help with meal prep.
My experience with senior care began when I cared for my grandmother. I would...
Sandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sandra is a gem. This was our first time hiring a nanny, and from the moment she walked in the door for our interview/to meet our son, Sandra put both my husband and I, and most importantly, our seven month old son, at ease. She has a lot of experience and...
Caitlin S.
Flory S.
Huntington Beach, CA
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Flory and I have over two decades experience in the ABA field specializing on children with special needs. After helping some friends with their occasional childcare needs, they have convinced me to share my skills with the world. If you are looking for someone to supervise iPad time please stop reading now. I...
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Ashley! I have experience working as a teacher assistant at Primrose and Chesterbrook Academy. Taking care of children ages infant- grade school. Also, from time to time I help out a family with a baby that has a G-tube due to being born prematurely. I also, worked as a nanny for a 14-year-old boy who has special...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"When we first met Ashley, she had reat energy and we hired her immediately. She’s been working with our family part time for a couple months now. I have nothing but positive things to say about her. My family can always rely on her. There are times where we ask her...
Mallory R.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Costa Mesa, CA
Emily H.
5.0
Emily was on time and super nice and communicative. Will definitely hire her again to babysit!
- Megan Z.
Alice F.
5.0
Alice did an amazing job of caring for me on a very sincere and kind level. She was punctual and reliable and very clear regarding her expectations. She was also great jumping right in with little to no instructions. Her maturity level and professionalism far exceed the usual contact on this...
- Jean K.
Carolyn M.
5.0
Carolyn was amazing! Prompt, professional and my 2 year old son immediately took to her :)
- Care member
Charis B.
5.0
Charis has been caring for 6-9 kids for us when we gather for community dinners. The kids adore her. She is kind, engages them with age appropriate activities. Ages range from 2-12. I would highly recommend her!
- Care member
Flory S.
5.0
Flory is the BEST! She has do much experience and knowledge! She was a caregiver for me and my wife for our young 1 year old girl. Flory brought so many activities and fun to our home. Left with some permanent products from her visit that we could keep for years to come!
- Care member
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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 25 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.