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Special needs caregivers in Del Mar, CA

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Tony B.


Del Mar, CA

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a very reliable, patient person who has been working with kids/adults with disabilities for the last couple of years. I am a full time instructional assistant working at an adult transition program called coast academy! I love doing creative activities and am comfortable in almost any situation.
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Tony B.


Del Mar, CA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a warm-hearted and responsible childcare provider passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. I am a full time Instructional Assistant working with kids with disabilities and special needs. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I have the skills and experience to provide a safe...
Tony can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ewa K.


Carlsbad, CA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior care taker!

5.0

(1)

13 year's experience with Alzheimer's Dementia , patient , HHA license, CPR special training program for DSP ( Special Needs patient ) CNA school . TB test , criminal background, Amazing reference from Patient and family members Dog friendly
Ewa can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, home modification, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Ewa and Gosia took care of my mother in the last 2 weeks of her life. I had been caring for her on my own and was stressed and exhausted. They came and everything changed. I had a life back and knew that mom was getting excellent care. They were kind, gentle,...

Sara Z.

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Zoe E.


Carlsbad, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Weekends

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am young professional newer to the area. I have experience caring for children from age 1 to 12 and have worked with special needs before. I was a student-athlete throughout college so I love spending time outside and being active with kids. I also love doing crafts or baking!
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Warning - Two "type-A" parents here (tech and private equity types)- We hired Zoe to watch our twins while we were out at an event. First thing, she's great at communication. She was very clear, asked great questions and showed up on time! We loved that she was a...

Dion B.

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Yamell E.


San Diego, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Caregiver , Care Companion Available FT 20 Years Experience Bilingual English And Spanish

Nanny caregiver bilingual English Spanish full time available 10 years of experience in senior care and more than 20 in childcare . 2 years experience in special needs, kind , compassionate, responsible and I love to help people to feel better CPR FIRST AID CLEAN BACK GROUND
Yamell can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

CPR

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Alexia Victoria M.


San Diego, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hey, How Are You? My Name Is Alexia And I Finished The Au Pair Program And I'm Available.

3.0

(2)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Live-out Position Hello! My name is Alexia, and I'm from Brazil. I'm 24 years old and currently living in Carmel Valley, San Diego. I have 20, 000 hours of childcare experience. I have cared for children of various ages, including those with autism, which has given me a lot of patience and a deep understanding of different...
Alexia Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alexia took great care of my daughter, A.! They built a castle together and had a tea party with dolls. My daughter loved the extra attention, and having someone to play with. A. is excited to see Alexia the next time we need a babysitter. I would definitely...

Jamie P.

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Ely E.


San Diego, CA

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant Of 18 Years Looking For Part Time Or Full Time Work.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with seniors for 18 years now. I'm punctual, caring, hard working and am ready to work with your loved one. I've worked with children with special needs, and the senior community. I have excellent references and experiences that can contribute to me working with your loved one. My experience includes the...
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Ely is AMAZING!!!!!!!! She has been helping with my 82 year old dad for a couple of months! She is a very hard worker- goes above and beyond expectations! She is kind and patient. Dependable. Punctual! And HONEST! She comes highly +++ recommend!"

Cathy J.

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Annie S.


San Diego, CA

$18/hr

Compassionate And Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I love working with special needs children and adults. I have a BA in Education from the University of San Diego. In college I gained experience by working in as a Teacher's Aide and thru several practicums. I have great compassion and enjoy working with others. I am a responsible person and make sure I follow thru with...
5.0
"Annie is very professional and punctual."

Derek H.

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Shirley D.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Being A Care Giver Is Not Just An Experience But A Loving Heart To Care For The Elderly

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I really love taking care for a senior., child care and special needs.. is not a just a job but a passion and dedication to take care of the person who needs more care love and compassion. Im very caring and loving person.
Shirley can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Lois K.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Looking for a loving family. Experience with special needs children, newborns, infants, and toddlers - including twins and triplets. I am CPR/First Aid Certified with a great driving record. I am reliable, flexible, a pro at potty training, willing to do overnights, and can travel if needed, as well as open to family errands. I...
Lois can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lois is an incredibly kind and reliable nanny! I always trust that the kids are in good hands, and my girls love when Lois comes to play! Lois always seems to have very flexible availability and is willing to stay later or come earlier if requested. She is...

Elli C.

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Kendell B.


Encinitas, CA

$30-150/hr10 yrs exp

Kid Lover And Fun Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! I'm Kendell, an experienced and nurturing nanny excited to bring a blend of care and creativity to your home. With a genuine passion for fostering children's development and a knack for turning everyday moments into memorable adventures, I'm here to provide a safe, loving, and engaging environment for your little...
Kendell can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"By far one of the best child carers we’ve had; Kendell was so caring, kind and went above and beyond to make our little one and us feel comfortable. She was very professional and so friendly; our little one was immediately at ease and had a fabulous time with her...

Julie G.

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Erika Z.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter

Hi! I have over 15 years of experience working professionally with kids. I worked as a licensed speech/language therapist assistant for over 10 years. I worked with preschool to middle school. I worked in a health clinic, private practice and schools. I'm bilingual Spanish/English. I'm a mom to a now 16-year-old boy with special...
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Erika was so professional and kind. I will be definitely using her again and I definitely recommend her services to anyone looking:)"

Care member

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Robyn K.


Encinitas, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for over 12 years specializing in infant and toddler care, but have worked with children of all ages. I was employed by the same family for 5 years, until their children started school. I am currently working for 2 doctors caring for a 11-month-old, I have been with this family since the baby was 8 weeks. I...
Robyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Robyn was a life saver as we were transitioning our move across the country where my husband had already moved to start his job. I couldn't of survived without her. She watched our son while I worked, was very understanding and flexible as we had to show our home...

Jangmee H.

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Fatimah A.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Fatima, I am a dedicated and compassionate Senior Care Provider with over 10 years of experience delivering exceptional in-home and facility-based care to clients. Adept at addressing personal, medical, and emotional needs of individuals while ensuring their dignity and comfort. Certified Home Care Aide (HHA) in...
Fatimah can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Fatimah is fantastic! Was on time and took wonderful care of my mom! As soon as my mom gets back to home care, we will ask Fatimah to return. She was also very kind to our 4 year old son."

Cali R.

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Natalie B.


Cardiff by the Sea, CA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Holistic Nanny Available On Weekday Mornings - CPR & First Aid Certified

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! Are you looking for an experienced nanny to help out part time with your little? I'm Natalie, Nanny and, Postpartum Doula and Infant Care Specialist with a strong focus on holistic childcare. I'm dedicated to working with families who have infants and toddlers, offering support in emotional and social development to...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Natalie has a very good heart, is ethical, compassionate and very proactive in her endeavors. She is a self-starter and aims to please her employer. She is able to set boundaries for the children she tutors while at the same time, exhibiting great warmth and strong...

Linda S.

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Jacqueline M.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny\ Short Term House\pet Sitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My lifelong goal has always been to be wife and a mother. One of my favorite parts is the personal connection I get to create with a family and the children. My dream is to find a "forever family" to grow with and stay with for the long term! I have cared for many multiple kid families, infant, and children with special needs!...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"I interviewed Jacqueline for a nanny position for our infant. I interviewed her both over the phone and in person and she was prepared each time. I was very impressed by her! It is obvious that she is passionate about this career. Although we went in a different...

Irene M.

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Ely E.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of 2 boys who are grown ups now and presently working with 3 to 5-year-old kids with special needs at School District. I'm good dealing with kids because I know they are angels. I can give you my references in case you need it to prove how I'm good with them.
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"I can not say enough about Ely! She has been with us for close to 5 years, and has become a wonderful addition to our family! She is always on time with a loving smile on her face when she walks through the door! She has helped tremendously with my 3 children along...

Kara S.

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Caitlin R.


Carlsbad, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Compassionate, Artistic, Positive Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am certified in first aid/CPR/AED with infant, children, and Adults. I have 17 years of childcare experience in all areas including Special Needs. I enjoy working with children and watching them develop and grow. I am very engaging and I love to interact with children on their level. Imaginative play, Creativity, Art,...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Caitlin has a parent's understanding of special needs children and an adult child's understanding of parental illness. Clearly, she manages the gamut in-between. Caitlin is thoughtful, honest, direct, and has always displayed age and developmental appropriate care....

Terri W.

Hello, I'm Brittany! With over a decade of experience in child development and education, I bring a well-rounded and compassionate approach to childcare. My experience includes assisting my mother in raising my younger brothers and volunteering in Sunday school for 3 to 5-year-olds. Professionally, I have served as a medical...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Dedicated and experienced professional nanny with over six years of expertise in nurturing children from newborns to teens. Bilingual (English + Spanish) and specializing in creating stimulating, educational environments tailored to each child's unique needs, including special needs support. With a strong background in child...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Del Mar, CA

Ewa K.

5.0

Ewa and Gosia took care of my mother in the last 2 weeks of her life. I had been caring for her on my own and was stressed and exhausted. They came and everything changed. I had a life back and knew that mom was getting excellent care. They were kind, gentle, loving but firm with mom-getting her up...

- Sara Z.

Zoe E.

5.0

Warning - Two "type-A" parents here (tech and private equity types)- We hired Zoe to watch our twins while we were out at an event. First thing, she's great at communication. She was very clear, asked great questions and showed up on time! We loved that she was a college D1 athlete, which meant she...

- Dion B.

Alexia Victoria M.

5.0

Alexia took great care of my daughter, A.! They built a castle together and had a tea party with dolls. My daughter loved the extra attention, and having someone to play with. A. is excited to see Alexia the next time we need a babysitter. I would definitely recommend her to other families with...

- Jamie P.

Ely E.

5.0

Ely is AMAZING!!!!!!!! She has been helping with my 82 year old dad for a couple of months! She is a very hard worker- goes above and beyond expectations! She is kind and patient. Dependable. Punctual! And HONEST! She comes highly +++ recommend!

- Cathy J.

Annie S.

5.0

Annie is very professional and punctual.

- Derek H.

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