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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Highland, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Highland, CA

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Tawny N.


Highland, CA

$25-47/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Sitter

4.4

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and happiness of children. With a decade of experience, I've discovered that my patient and creative nature, coupled with my comfort in enforcing household rules, makes me an ideal caregiver. I believe in open and consistent communication with parents, providing regular...
Tawny can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tawny is a breath of fresh air ! You would think she was part of the family how warmhearted she is and my Kids love her !! So I have no worries when I leave H. and my son K. with her. They always ask me when she's coming back! I will always recommend Tawny!"

Chynah S.

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Tawny N.


Highland, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistance

I have 10+ years working with special needs patients and medical patients. Feel free to contact me with any further questions you may have.
Hi, I would like to work for you, give you the best of my service based on my experience If you like we can do an interview Thank you
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Mikaela M.


Highland, CA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Self Awareness Through Creativity And Emotional Regulation

My name is Mikaela and I have a passion for working with children to be their best selves. Independent living skills, expression, and self awareness is important to ensure students can grow to carry their identities confidently at all age stages. I have worked with students through a recreation and rehabilitation after school...
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Michelle P.


Highland, CA

$17-31/hr10 yrs exp

I am a loving and caring person. I am passionate about my work and I aim to please. I have owned a daycare. I also have experience working with special needs children.
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Early Education

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Katie C.


Highland, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I am a caring, creative, dependable caregiver with 10 years of experience. I have been responsible for children as young as newborn for time periods from a short as a few hours to as long as a week straight. I have worked with children with special needs such as Down syndrome and Autism. I play games, do crafts, sing songs, tell...
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Kristy I.


Highland, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nurturing caregiver with a decade of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, which solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. With patience and a friendly demeanor, I strive to create a safe, nurturing...
Kristy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Salina N.


San Bernardino, CA

$22/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Registered Behavioral Therapist and caregiver for students with special needs. I have a strong passion in the Special Education field because it is very rewarding to make a difference in a child's life. I am a behavioral therapist with 16 years experience in the field of special education. My specialty is working with...
5.0
"Salina was professional and prompt. She was a great addition to our team. She showed that she cared and took great care of our child. I highly recommend her."

Stuart S.

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Renee M.


Loma Linda, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have provided over 10 years of professional childcare to 20+ families . I am comfortable and have experience with looking after multiple children at a time with a wide age range, and those with special needs. Duties I have often completed while children are in my care include: preparing meals, bathing, reading stories,...
Renee can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Renee is amazing! My child always looks forward to Renee coming over. She's professional and courteous and they always have a great time. Always happy to talk with parents about Renee and how helpful and awesome she's been for our family! "

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Annabella M.


Redlands, CA

$17-25/hr

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have taken courses at school that offered me the chance to help at an elementary school for there after school program. I would also help my mom babysit when I was younger and always had a passion for babysitting children. I also had a special needs cousin that we watched 24/7.
Annabella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Bella is super cute, bubbly and friendly. My infant grandson loves her! Bella provides excellent care. She is responsible, respectful and has great communication. Bella loves to play with J. and take him for walks. I totally trust her with my grandson. I...

Tracy A.

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Wendy C.


San Bernardino, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Family Care Needs Available From A Retired Nurse

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been a Nanny for a family of four for the past five years, and now the are all going to school so I am looking for work during the school day. I have experience with special needs children, because I have a special needs child. References available.
Wendy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"To this day, she is the only one I trust with my house and most importantly, my family. Being in the military, it's hard finding reliable, trustworthy people to be there to help with your family when you can't. However, Wendy is the kind of loving and caring...

Maria S.

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Kiara L.


Redlands, CA

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! - 10 years professional experience working in education with children from preschool to adult transition - Bachelors degree in Behavioral Science - Masters degree in progress in School Counseling with PPS credential (expected completion date 12/2025). Starting my unpaid field work (interning) in January, which is I...
5.0
"Kiara is kind, patient and approachable. My autistic 7yo son LOVED her. She's dependable and punctual. I recommend her highly."

Monique W.

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Kiara L.


Redlands, CA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Caring, Personal, Educated Caretaker With Significant Professional And Personal Experience!

Hi! I have 17 years experience caretaking for children personally (mom to a 17 & 11-year-old). Over 10 years professional experience working in a school setting (preschool - 12th grade). CPR & First Aid certified. Bachelors degree in Behavioral Science, Associates degree in Behavioral & Social Science, Crisis Prevention...
Kiara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We absolutely adore Kiara! She has been with our family since my older son was just a newborn, and now she cares for both him (now a toddler) and our newborn baby boy. She is warm, patient, and incredibly attentive—not just meeting their basic needs, but truly...

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Andrea S.


Loma Linda, CA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic , Creative Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Andrea , Part time college student currently working towards Child Development and Medical assistant to become a pediatric nurse : Being a Nanny and working with kids has always been something I have done on the side . I enjoy spending time with kids & have so much patience . I have also been a tutor for kids with...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Andrea was amazing with my son! She is kind and a very good communicator! I’m"

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I am Alex and am currently a substitute teacher for Rio school district. But with the school closures my time has freed up. I'm the past I've worked as a dog trainer/hiker. And as a nanny for 4 consecutive years. I hope to be a special needs teacher in the future.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Aliyana G.


San Bernardino, CA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter! Respectful & Professional

I have had experience with working in a family owned daycare for over 7 years. I also previously worked in an elementary school as a behavior technician working with children with special needs. I am very flexible, reliable, and would love to get to know the family! Please message me with any questions you may have!
Aliyana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

My name is Reather but I usually go by Rea. I am 20 years old, I have one son, and I attend California Baptist University (CBU) My major is Neonatal Nursing, however, I currently work as a Caregiver from my clients home. I have experienced working with a wide range of ages, groups, and several families. I am comfortable and have...
Reather can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Karla T.


San Bernardino, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Karla

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Karla, I am 24y/o and speak both Spanish and English. I am a current Behavioral Aide with background in healthcare and ABA therapy working in homes and schools. I am the oldest of 5 and have lots of experience in working with kids, ranging from mild to severe special needs as well. I have experience with...
Karla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

I would love to be able to help in the care of your loved one, I am characterized by being a responsible, productive, reliable, dynamic person, I can help in the kitchen, in cleaning and in whatever you need, I currently study English since my mother tongue is Spanish.
I am a retired LVN. I have cared for special need adults and children. I have skills with G- tube. Trach care, IM and SQ injections. Monitoring blood sugar etc. I charge 25. 00 a hour. Open most days.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Highland, CA

Tawny N.

5.0

Tawny is fantastic. Patient, caring & detailed. She has been the nanny for our daughter the past 7 months and we so happy to have her as member of our extended family. She communicates clearly throughout the day and has a calm nurturing demeanor with our daughter. She has been accommodating to...

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Salina N.

5.0

Salina was professional and prompt. She was a great addition to our team. She showed that she cared and took great care of our child. I highly recommend her.

- Stuart S.

Renee M.

5.0

Renee is an incredible nanny. She is responsible, kind, fun and she was able to fit seamlessly into the chaos of our family. This especially we found to be really impressive. She really helped us get through a rough time when I was constantly traveling for work. I can't recommend her highly...

- Care member

Annabella M.

5.0

Bella is super cute, bubbly and friendly. My infant grandson loves her! Bella provides excellent care. She is responsible, respectful and has great communication. Bella loves to play with J. and take him for walks. I totally trust her with my grandson. I recommend her to anyone looking for...

- Tracy A.

Wendy C.

5.0

We simply loved having Wendy taking care of our son! She is always so kind, extremely caring and always on time. She gave us updates via text all the time which was a nice way to know how our son was doing. We highly recommend! Definitely will be hiring her again

- Sheila F.

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

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Highland, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.