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Find special needs caregivers in El Cajon, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in El Cajon, CA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in El Cajon, CA

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Gift M.


Spring Valley, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello. My name is Gift . I'm a certified medical assistant. I have 3 children. One 4-year-old and two 18-month-old twins. When it comes to taking care of children, I'm excellent. I will always treat them like they are my own kids. I have 15 years of experience taking care of infants, toddlers, and school age children. Also, I...
Gift can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services
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Rachel R.


Santee, CA

$32/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been around kids almost all my life, and have experience with my nieces and nephews and have experience with nannying and babysitting! -my duties being a babysitter vary from changing diapers to helping put the children to bed, preparing them for school, and playing games. - I am attentive to children with special needs,...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Heather O.


La Mesa, CA

$18-23/hr8 yrs exp

I have worked in the disability field since 2016 and would love to assist your family. Prior to my family's military leave I was assisting a senior who was fighting cancer with his errands and being his companion. If this sounds like what you need feel free to contact me.
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Jordan P.


Alpine, CA

$23-25/hr5 yrs exp

Best Sitter Around :)

I have been working with kids for what seems like forever! My mother is a preschool teacher so I grew up around that environment. About five years ago I started working professionally with children in summer camps as a camper leader at the YMCA and educational intern at the Birch Aquarium in San Diego. I am super comfortable...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Anna A.


La Mesa, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and creative nature allows me to engage with children and provide a fun and safe environment for them to thrive. I believe in open and honest communication with parents,...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Nohemi M.


Chula Vista, CA

$17-22/hr4 yrs exp

Looking For Sitter Or Housekeeper

My name is Nohemi. A little about myself. I have 4 years of experience taking care of kids and special needs kids. I also can help with House cleaning and Laundry if needed. I can speak both Spanish and English. Help with Homework if needed too. I'm currently a College student majoring in Biology. My experience comes from...
Nohemi can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Suzette M.


Lakeside, CA

$17-28/hr1 yrs exp

College Student Looking For Experience And To Offer Help!

Hello! My name is Suzette. I am 25 years old and live in Lakeside, CA. I am a current graduate student in Social Work and I am looking to help build my resume as well as earn some extra income with my busy schedule. I have previous experience as a para educator with teens in special education programs. I received training in...
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Linda M.


Santee, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

A Super Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Linda. Over the years I've worked for 4 different families and raised my own daughter and my nephew. I have a bachelor's degree with many child development classes under my belt. I'm experienced in special needs as well. My priority is that your child (children) remain safe, happy, and thriving while in my care....
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Joy B.


Jamul, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

I have lots of experience with add and adhd and has minor experience with asd. I love kids and helping them explore the world and there feelings in a positive, encouraging, and supportive environment. Can't wait to meet your families
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Steph C.


Santee, CA

$22-28/hr10 yrs exp

Prior professional in the social services field. Retired for 3 years but still enjoy working with kids and families. Extensive experience with youth and adults with special needs.
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Ashlyn O.


La Mesa, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Graduate from ASU online with family and human development degree. Working towards Master's in counseling psychology. My daughter turned 3 in May and is in daycare part time. For about 15 years I have been the regular babysitter and nanny for my neighbors, family members and family friends. I am an experienced multitasker and...
Ashlyn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jan P.


La Mesa, CA

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I grew up with 2 disabled parents in wheelchairs since birth. I have worked with the disabled for many years. I am energetic, patient and accountable. I am willing to take a CPR class. I am drug and alcohol free.
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Jan P.


La Mesa, CA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I've been a childcare provider for over 17 years, I have had 2 sets of twins along my journey as a Nanny. I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I'm patient, Creative, imaginative, friendly, kind, approachable. I have experience with special needs. Kids on the spectrum. I trained in First Aid. I'm...
Jan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jan is an energetic jack-of-all trades. She was always dependable and helped us out with childcare, cooking, parties, you name it! She is resourceful and full of energy and she took fantastic care of our children. She worked with our special needs son very well...

Rebecca C.

I worked with the disabled for a year dealing with a 4-year-old who had a stroke and was handicap. I am CPR certified and able to take care of those in need!
I have worked as a special education aide with kids ages ranging from 3-12 years old! I've worked with classroom setting, 1:1, and daycare.
I'm Maddy! I'm a preschool teacher with 3+ years of experience. I am the current Pre-K teacher in Alpine and I am working toward my degrees in both Child Development and Psychology. I have CPR/First Aid certification and I also am a Respite Care worker with a class in Special Needs for early childhood education. I love my job...
Madelyne can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Carolan M.


Alpine, CA

$17-31/hr1 yrs exp

Experience Working With Disabled Patients

Love working with patients, enjoy helping others in need and making sure they are taken care of efficiently, and be as helpful as possible. I always strive to aim for patient satisfaction and happiness with any patient I work with!
I am a teachers assistant for kids with special needs. I help teach TK-2nd grade. I've worked with children for basically most of my life. I was always the family babysitter. At 16, I got my first paid babysitter job babysitting a 4-year-old with autism and a 2-year-old and I loved it! There are many things that I can do; I can...
Tayler can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Holly S.


San Diego, CA

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a very easy going and dependable person. I have been nannying for 5 years. Most of my nannying work has been with children five and under. Prior to nannying, I cared for kids with specials needs for two years. During high school, I took child development classes giving me the opportunity to volunteer in a daycare....
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Holly worked for us this year and last and we have nothing but praises to sing about her!! My kiddos love her to pieces (cry when she leaves, ask for her, call her "My Holly") and she really helped ease my stress with my ever changing work schedule, her flexibility...

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Ratings for El Cajon, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in El Cajon, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.