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Find special needs caregivers in Dana Point, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Dana Point, CA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Dana Point, CA

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Jenny W.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time

5.0

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Hi..... I have been a child care provider for 22 years as well as a senior care provider for 8 years. I have worked with children with Asperger's as well as mild autism, OCD and anxiety and I have wonderful references. Special needs to me just means extra special care and being there to help with those extra tough days.
5.0
"Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for so long. Over the three years where Jenny was a...

Greg O.

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Ina C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

I have been a preschool teacher before going to college. I recently worked with ABA Therapy with children on the Autism Spectrum. I have been an aide in middle school with learning disabilities. My social work experience has been with a foster care agency and outpatient psychiatric hospital. My real experience has been being a...
Ina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ina was wonderful with our 2 year old boy and 4-month old girl. She was right on time/a little early, thoughtful, considerate, and anticipated what needed to be done before we had to ask. (E.g., our baby started crying right after our toddler started, and while I...

Karen C.

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Adriana M.


Laguna Beach, CA

$35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist With Additional Experience

Hello, my name is Adriana. I currently work as a Behavioral Therapist in the evenings in Irvine. I have extensive experience working with special needed or impaired people of all ages. I have worked in the medical field for almost 10 years. I have worked with an array of different people. I assist with self care, feeding,...
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Gladis M.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 14 years of experience working with kids. Through my school and volunteered work I have enjoyed connecting, nurturing and teaching kids, including special needs.
Gladis can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Crystal D.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced IHSS Provider Offering Reliable Family And Pet Care

Hello! I'm a compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience working with older adults, children, and special needs individuals, including those with ASD. As an IHSS provider and mother to a teenager with ASD, I understand the unique needs of families and bring a nurturing approach to every family I assist. What I...
Crystal can also help with: Companionship, respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

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Elsa R.


Laguna Woods, CA

$22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Love To Be Of Service

CPR certified, Experienced caregiver, special needs Have transportation Live in Laguna Woods Love pets Friendly, compassionate, dependable, resourceful & respectful
Elsa can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Everly B.


Laguna Beach, CA

$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Babysitter-Nanny

As a dedicated babysitter and nanny, I have cared for children from various families, which has given me a sense of responsibility and the ability to create a safe, fun, and educational environment for the children under my care. My experience includes working with special needs children, where I've learned skills like...
Everly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Scotlynn S.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Scotlynn. I have been professionally babysitting/nannying for 5 years. But my experience doesn't stop there. I am oldest of 9 cousins. Therefore I have been the built-in babysitter since a very young age. That made me very maternal and creative. I am CPR certified and First-Aid trained. I have experience with...
Scotlynn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Miriam C.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Super Nanny

I've had the pleasure of working with families with super humans in their daily life, kids under different ways of living which I admire because we're lucky to be with so many beautiful souls that only see good. I've had the experience to work with kids on the spectrum autism, Down syndrome & ADHD. I will say it's been so nice...
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Shawn L.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs And Senior Caregiver

Hi, my name is Shawn! I am an Orange County native, who has over 10 years experience working as a caregiver for older adults with memory disorders, individuals with developmental disabilities, stroke survivors, and people living with severe and persistent mental illness. In the past I have held positions at independent living...
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Andrezza B.


San Clemente, CA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Andrezza! I'm 31 years old, from Brazil, currently living in San Clemente. I love working with kids of all ages. And I have experience as a nanny with babies, toddlers and children up to 9yo. I worked taking care of multiple kids and kids with special needs. I'm very patient, responsible, reliable, bilingual (Brazilian...
Andrezza can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a fun, loving nanny who has experience in children of ALL age levels. I'm First Aid, AED and CPR certified. I am vaccinated and boosted via Moderna. I currently work Monday to Wednesday for a family with two girls ages 2. 5 and 1. 5 years old. Previously, I was a nanny for a newborn and personal assistant for a busy...
Robin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Maria C.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Licensed Nurse With Experince

Hello I have experience as licensed nurse for 10+ years, caring for infants to elderly, and also as a caregiver for seniors. I am also a post op specialist, I provide wound care, ambulation, dressing changes, assistance with bathing and grooming, monitoring for signs of complications
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Lorna V.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Tutor And BONUS Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a tutor and also available to BABYSIT for date nights/holidays/late night hours -Over 28 years tutoring/childcare experience -Working w/ variety of abilities & individual needs -Tutored over 60 students in Laguna Niguel area -Accepting students pre-K to college -Homeschool curriculum available -Workbooks provided -Latin...
Lorna can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Marina T.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

I am commitment to enhance the quality of life for my clients by delivering personalized care tailored to their unique needs and preferences. My expertise encompasses assisting individuals with activities of daily living, administering medications, managing complex medical conditions, and implementing behavior management...
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Amy A.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

I have been working Clinet s with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's heart . kidney, aging problems and I care about them. I have been take caring my client for last 5 years , I got my client through referral always . I am will travel with the client in state overseas or Cruise . I have Los of traveling exercise.
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Natalie A.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$25-36/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am currently living in South OC and I'm going to school online for my BA in psychology. I have worked in Behavioral Therapy for over 3 years now. I specialize in working with people with autism. I have been a babysitter/nanny for about 10 years now. I have experience with children of all ages, from newborn up to teenagers. I...
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Hayze L.


San Clemente, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Available

Hello, I am a provider looking for part-time positions in nannying, tutoring and caregiving. I am a recent college graduate and currently work as a freelance journalist. As someone who began babysitting at the age of 12, I am extremely experienced in childcare. For the past 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with...
Hayze can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

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Christopher B.


Laguna Beach, CA

$30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I Love People

I have been a caretaker since 1995. I have had 4 clients, but they were all over a year each. I have worked with the Boys and Girls Club of Laguna Beach as both a staff member and volunteer since 1991. Currently, I assist clients with special needs in a day care program. I love people and see my services as a divinely inspired...
Christopher can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, home modification, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

Hello! My name is Ruiz, and I am a dedicated caregiver with 6 years of experience and a degree in Psychology. My educational background has provided me with a deep understanding of behavioral health and developmental needs, which I incorporate into my caregiving practices. Over the years, I have had the privilege of supporting...

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