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Find special needs caregivers in Garden Grove, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Garden Grove, CA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Garden Grove, CA

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Betty M.


Garden Grove, CA

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a fun, reliable and very patient person. I am currently a full-time student at Chapman University, and am pursuing my credential and master's degree in MM Special Education. I have experience working with and supporting children with special needs. I am a future teacher, and teaching is my passion! I so look forward to...
Betty can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have countless years taking care of seniors. As a child, my grandmother and great grandmother lived with us and I grew up watching my wonderful mom give them the most beautiful companionship and love. I have 7 years experience working with special needs children/ adults and have care taking experience. I am patient and handle...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
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Jumai B.


Tustin, CA

$30-32/hr5 yrs exp

Qualified Travel/ Career Nanny

5.0

(2)

As a caretaker and nanny, I have a passion for helping families provide the best care for their loved ones. I have extensive experience in providing compassionate care and support to children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. My approach is patient, kind, and respectful, and I always strive to create a safe and...
Jumai can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jumai is really sweet and amazing. She did a wonderful job taking care of my dad who is super picky about certain caregivers. On top of that, she is super kind, warm, and professional. Often times she even went above and beyond the call of duty. She went out of her...

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Grace A.


Santa Ana, CA

$17-22/hr

Experienced CPR Certified Babysitter!

Hired by 2 families 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, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Sara Z.


Orange, CA

$25-41/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver / Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sara. I am interested in your Babysitting/Nanny job opportunity and want to share some information about myself. I have been a Babysitter/Nanny/Caregiver for over 15 years. I worked for over 10 years with elementary & middle school children most of them with multiple special needs. As a Nanny it is my joy to...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Stern, no none sense and respect is of up most value."

Armando P.

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Rand S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents and caregivers I'm Rand. I'm 25 years old i'm a preschool teacher and I have a passion for little ones I have 6 years of experience in babysitting, nannying and I have CPR training and caring for persons with special needs and teaching Arabic language I'd love to fill your families life with fun creativity and...
Rand can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Rand was a really fun babysitter for our daughter. Patient and calm."

Tamara M.

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Flory S.


Huntington Beach, CA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

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...
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Kimberly H.


Santa Ana, CA

$17/hr4 yrs exp

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.
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Laila S.


Huntington Beach, CA

$26-37/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

With in my services as a Certified Nurse / caregiver encompasses a range of attributes and skills that contribute to the well-being and comfort of those in my care. Compassion and empathy are at the heart of effective caring , that allows me to connect deeply with my patients and understand their needs and emotions. Patience and...
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Nicole L.


Orange, CA

$28-50/hr15 yrs exp

Hired by 3 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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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Kimberly E.


Orange, CA

$24-41/hr10 yrs exp

Behavior Support Is Here!

Updated - I recently worked as a nanny close to 2 years with a family with 2 kids on the spectrum *Background & DMV Clearance through current and past company as well as school districts . I am also *CPR Certified I have experience (work wise & personal ) on several levels of pediatric special needs; from cancer patients,...
5.0
"Kimberly is the most amazing and trustworthy person I had ever meet! She is so professional and considerate, she really care about the best for kids."

Cynthia S.

I have been in the ABA field for over 2 years now. I have worked with infants, toddlers, young adults. I am currently in my graduate program for MSW to become a medical social worker. I ensure all the individuals feel cared for, heard and understood. I work with compassion and great care.
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Holli B.


Orange, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Holli. I am a proud single mother of one young adult daughter. I am highly compassionate, protective, nurturing and young at heart! I love children and have worked with them all my life in various settings. I have taken care of children in a school setting for over 22 years and in home care for over 25 years. I...
Holli can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I was beyond blessed to have found Holli! This review will probably be too small to say how amazing she was. I have twins who are preemies and they did just great with her! She loved them like their own children in a respectful manner. I never felt she gave them...

Alina C.

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Lorri M.


Anaheim, CA

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

4.3

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an energetic 61 yo semi-retired Respiratory Therapist of 40 years looking to babysit/nanny your little ones! I worked for 3 years babysitting for several OC families 2008-2012, from newborn to teenage, including special needs. Responsible for transportation, homework help, meal prep, overnights, meds, manners, and LAUGHTER!...
Lorri can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

3.0
"Lorri was a weekend night nanny for my son that sleeps through the night. On the positive side, she was always on time and was very kind to my son. I definitely trust her in my home and felt very comfortable having her watch my child. On the negative side, after...

Veronica S.

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Marie V.


Anaheim, CA

$23-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 26 years old I have over 7 years experience working with kids, and adults with disabilities. I'm currently an aide for a gentleman with schizophrenia. Have been with him since 2015. He has become family. I provide light house keeping, meal prep, grocery shopping, transportation to appointments, administrate medications, and...
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Sharon M.


Costa Mesa, CA

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Independence Facilitator/ Special Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in the Special needs school system from preschool to High School for 14 years. I am experienced with Autism Spectrum and all kinds of disabilities. I have worked with all types of behaviors in all environments. I am experienced with G tube feeding and all physical needs. I currently work at Tesoro High School. We...
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Mailena S.


Anaheim, CA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, All my life I have been caring for children. I am the oldest out of 7 children. Naturally I became their caregiver. I absolutely love children. I have experience with all age group. I am a mother of two children ages 4 and 3. I am a teacher for Special Needs children. I work with a wide range of disabilities such as but...
Mailena can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Mailena has a way to with kids. She is friendly, kind and genuine. This was our first time hiring a babysitter that is not family for my 3 yr old & 8wk old baby. When we first interview Mailena she just knocked it out of the park with My 3 yr old son. When we told...

Michelle C.

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Beth C.


Santa Ana, CA

$40-45/hr7 yrs exp

Beth C.- Excellent Caretaker

First off I have a huge compassionate heart with a longing to serve those around me. I'm a genuine, thoughtful caretaker whose desire is to bring a smile to those I work with. I have had experience with caring for ADD, ADHD, Down syndrome, MS, Asthma, Autism, Developmental delays, Diabetes, dyslexia, as well as many different...
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Gloria L.


Huntington Beach, CA

$25-36/hr20 yrs exp

Child Care Provided At Your Service

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience working with kids, and also with children with special needs ages 1 - 21. I helped my brother and sisters raise their children when they were younger.. I'm CPR trained and certified. I have a lot of energy to work with small children, (toddlers) etc. I play at their level and teach them daily so...
Gloria can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gloria has been our nanny for our daughter for the the past 6 months and has been great. She often goes over and beyond what is expected. For example, puts away dishes, cleans around the house and walks our dog without asking for extra compensation. She’s full of...

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Chea M.


La Palma, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

7 Years Autism Experience!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I am Chay and I have worked with kids that are now teenagers that have autism . Been taking care of special needs for over 14 years . I am very reliable and responsible. I am flexible as well . I have my own car and I am CPR certified. . I am with a amazing family now but they are moving and have to find another job . I...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Garden Grove, CA

Jumai B.

5.0

Last summer, Jumai, who goes by the name Mai, took care of our 2-year-old son. We couldn't have been happier with her services. Our son adored her. Every day, Mai would bring toys and play with him before dinner, creating a joyful atmosphere. She would also feed him his meals and put him to bed,...

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Grace A.

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.

Sara Z.

5.0

Sara has been a big help to my family in caring for our 2 year old son. She is very hands on, one on my one time, reads books, crafts, puzzles and teaches. She follows direction well and has made me feel safe and comfortable. I would recommend her to any family who needs any care-giving.

- Tahnee S.

Rand S.

5.0

Rand was a really fun babysitter for our daughter. Patient and calm.

- Tamara M.

Nicole L.

5.0

Nicole has been an incredible nanny for my son. She’s so kind and fun, and my son always looks forward to seeing her. Highly recommend!

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