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Special needs caregivers in Foothill Ranch, CA

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Deborah H.


Foothill Ranch, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

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I have worked with many different types of people and families. I have provided meals and transportation as well as errands and light housekeeping for elderly. I have done transportation, grocery shopping and prepared meals for families with children and teenagers. I have also had experience working with young children and...
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Janean N.


Foothill Ranch, CA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced 3rd Grade Teacher

Hello! I'm an experienced 3rd grade teacher and mother of 2 available for childcare. I love spending time with children and have an abundance of experience working with them. I love giving my time and engaging with them in fun, creative ways! I also have experience as a school counselor and working with young children who have...
Janean can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

I have been watching kids since I was 14, including special needs. I have helped care for both my grandparents as well as the grandparents of the kids I have cared for. I love helping people, and I especially love being around seniors; they have amazing stories and are so fun to talk to! I am first aid and CPR certified and have...
Breanna can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, companionship, mobility assistance, live-in home care & more
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Francis M.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

7 years dedicated caregiver experienced in working with disabled patient, committed in improving overall patient wellbeing and health through personal care and energetic engagement, skilled in assisting patient with daily living, areas of expertise are: light housekeeping, meal preparation, mobility assistant, Dr.'s appointment...
5.0
"Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!"

Diana S.

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Mana S.


Irvine, CA

$20-26/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter or Caregiver

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I love kids. I have a certificate in Child Development and CPR. I have over 7 years of experience in the Irvine Unified School District as an instructor assistant. In addition to helping students with their homework (k-5) after school, I have also been a babysitter for all ages for many years. I have also five (5) years of...
Mana can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Mana is an incredible person, whom we all adore. She took care of our 3 and 5 year olds and was very warm and loving, from the very beginning. We have since moved to another state 6 months ago, and she has continued to keep in touch. She doesn't ever just sit kids...

Michole D.

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Sara Z.


Orange, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked at SAUSD with clients with special needs. Some with physical and/or mental challenges, I also work with several care giving agencies for over nine years, I am experienced working with clients with Alzheimer's , dementia, cancer, post surgery, also memory loss and/or mental disabilities, some of my responsibilities have...
Sara can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, visiting physician, home modification & more
5.0
"Sara commits to her job, she goes beyond the patients needs. She is also very knowledgeable, and trustworthy."

Lorena P.

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Charlotte B.


Mission Viejo, CA

$24-25/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Or Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6 younger cousins that I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and continued to babysit for many other families before I started college. My youngest cousin was 2 years old when I first started babysitting so I am very comfortable working with young children. I am CPR certified with first aid training. I have my...
Charlotte can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Charlotte is absolutely incredible! Not only is she kind and gentle, but she is assertive and takes direction well and follows through. I trusted her making the boys dinner, doing the whole bedtime routine and she kept me informed of what they ate and how much...

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Aimani A.


Irvine, CA

$27/hr4 yrs exp

Joyful And Engaging Early Childhood Teacher

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love children and feel a natural connection with them. With over three years of experience in various roles such as a nanny, lead teacher, and school volunteer, I have worked with children from birth to 7 years old. I hold an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education and I can create activities for children and help them...
Aimani can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had a great experience with Aimani today, and recommend her to anyone who is looking for a caring, experienced childcare expert! We have two young children (9 months old and 15 months old). Both felt comfortable around her, even our son, who was surprised to...

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Sara Z.


Orange, CA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Caregiver/Nanny

I worked for Santa Ana USD for over 10 years in the special education department. Started with the elementary level promoted to middle and high school. Later with students who graduated from high school and became Regional Center clients. One of my responsibilities was to assist in their transition to become independent and deal...
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Laura K.


Irvine, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny For Hire

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

For the past six years, I was a full-time nanny for a family in Cleveland, Ohio caring for all three of their children since birth. I recently moved to Irvine California for a job transfer and I am now looking for a new family to call me their Mary Poppins. I have more than 10-years of full-time experience with infants,...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Laura did a great job keeping our kids safe and providing great age appropriate activities and education."

Andrew K.

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Teresa E.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr

Part Time Help Available .........

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I just love to help and see people happy ..... I am: Teacher, Mom, wife, Friend... I work with kids.... I believe that go around , come around.... I do the best I can to help, maybe I will be the person need help in the future.... and I will appreciated it!!!
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Grace A.


Santa Ana, CA

$17-22/hr

Experienced CPR Certified Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Grace! I've worked with children ages 4-10 as a behavior technician, I am CPR certified and have work with children with special needs as well. I have a little one at home as well. I am organized and positive, I would love to get to know your little ones!
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Grace is very responsible to our newborn baby. She is self-driven and very familiar with infant duties. Also she is actively doing light housekeeping. We definitely will hire Grace again."

Yun S.

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Jennifer R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

4.4

(5)

Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am one of the happiest people you will ever meet. :) I love helping people. I am a Christian and I love God! I have 2 grown children that are doing exceptionally well and I am very proud of. I am a non smoker and do not drink. Certified in adult, children, infant CPR current with First Aid too! I...
5.0
"Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman. "

Jennifer L.

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Alejandra G.


Irvine, CA

$22-23/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience working with children and adolescents. I have worked with teens in a group home, I have been an ABA therapist providing 1:1 care with children with autism and related disorders. I currently work at a behavioral school for special needs youth as well as emotionally disturbed youth. I have an extensive...
Alejandra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lela M.


Irvine, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Smiles 'n Cuddles

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Care. com families! My name is Lela. I have 25+ years experience working with children ages 0-18 years of age. I have worked in a school setting as well as in private homes. I started as a lifeguard and swim instructor in high school. I then worked as a teacher with special needs children for 7 years. While working in the...
Skills:

Trustline Certified

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lela was great with my newborn three week baby and 22 month old. Lela is patient and speaks to the kids in a soft comforting tone. She is very adaptable to what you want and will follow your instruction. You can tell she is a genuinely good person with a passion...

Andreina M.

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Johana M.


Santa Ana, CA

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I will be available starting December 2024, for in home care due to having my first baby in September. The care would be provided in my home , we can discuss days, times, full time or part time is welcome. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns you might have. I'm able to be flexible with any type of schedule or...
Johana can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Johana is a true gem. She is reliable, trustworthy, hard working and good natured. She helps our son grow socially and developmentally. She is genuinely passionate about being the best nanny for our son. Our son loves her very much! A family would be so lucky to...

Jessica H.

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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter Available Weekends And Some Weekdays

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Recent graduate student. However, I had many years of taking care of special needs since my sister is special needs. I was also the leader of the children's department at my church where I was responsible for helping and teaching them various skills they needed in school. throughout my life, I have been part of various outreach...
Marina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her as I trust her 100 percent with both my kids....

Tiffany S.

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Rachael W.


Irvine, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 31 years old and have 18 years of childcare experience as a nanny and sitter. I have worked with children newborn to 18 years from multiple families. My experience includes special needs care. I am friendly, responsible, and reliable. I love pets, but am allergic to cats. I am happy to help with date nights and occasional...
Rachael can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachael is caring, attentive, intelligent, honest, creative, detail-oriented, responsible, clean, kind, gentle, and organized."

Gigi M.

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Nicole L.


Santa Ana, CA

$28-50/hr16 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I bring over a decade of experience as a dedicated nanny, mothers helper and home manager. My background includes caring for children of all ages including special needs (ABA trained) and fostering environments where they can thrive. My approach is characterized by patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for child...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I am thrilled to write this review for our Nicole, who has been an indispensable part of our family for over three years. With three kids ages 1, 4, and 8, her ability to handle their diverse needs and keep them engaged was nothing short of amazing. Her creativity...

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Jorgie C.


Lake Forest, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Some of my experience comes from nannying and babysitting for many families in the Los Angeles area. 2018 to 2024 I nannied for five different families. My rolls entailed pick up's and drop off's from school, transportation to karate lessons, therapy, dr. appointments, gymnastics, tutoring, the zoo, museums, the beach, play...
Jorgie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"What can I say other than WOW! Jorgie was a gift from God to our family. As others have noted; she has such a calm & unique demeanor within all that she does. She knows how to bring peace to chaotic situations and handled all that my family threw at her with such...

Sharon H.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Foothill Ranch, CA

Francis M.

5.0

Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!

- Diana S.

Mana S.

5.0

Mana has been helping me with the girls for a few months now. She is punctuate and dependable. My husband and I have a very difficult schedule, but she is very flexible and she is able to accommodate. She is very caring and my kids like her. I'm so lucky to find Mana to help me with the kids.

- Megan N.

Sara Z.

5.0

Sara commits to her job, she goes beyond the patients needs. She is also very knowledgeable, and trustworthy.

- Lorena P.

Charlotte B.

5.0

Charlotte is the one and ONLY babysitter for my 4 year old daughter! Finding a sitter for my daughter who’s never been away from me was an extremely daunting task. She watches my daughter once a week every week! She’s always on time, hands on, loving and kind. The love my daughter has for Charlotte...

- Whitley P.

Aimani A.

5.0

She was wonderful! Bright and smiling, she played games and sang songs with my toddler, and if the toddler wanted something and she wasn't sure if it was allowed, she came and asked me ♥️

- Salome B.

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