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Find special needs caregivers in Laguna Niguel, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Laguna Niguel, CA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Laguna Niguel, CA

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Teri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

Empty Nest Mom Who Will Love Your Kids Like Her Own!

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, reliable mother of 4 and have 40+ years of experience of caring for infants through adults. Throughout HS and College, I worked as a water safety instructor at camps for special needs youth and adults as well as volunteering as a counselor for MDA summer camps. I enjoy children of all ages, and love doing age...
Teri can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi, my name is Karlie! I'm 28 and I currently live in Laguna Niguel. Taking care of children has always been something that I love to do. I enjoy connecting with kids and I like to be a reliable, comforting figure to them while their parents are away. I started nannying at 19 and have turned it into a career for myself. I...
Karlie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hi! My name is Scotlynn. I have been professionally babysitting/nannying for 5 years. But my experience doesn't stop there. I am oldest of 9 cousins. Therefore I have been the built-in babysitter since a very young age. That made me very maternal and creative. I am CPR certified and First-Aid trained. I have experience with...
Scotlynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Francis M.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with extensive experience supporting children with special needs. Skilled in providing personalized care, assisting with daily activities, and implementing therapeutic strategies tailored to each child's unique requirements. Proficient in fostering positive behaviors, ensuring safety, and...
5.0
"Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!"

Diana S.

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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Aileen

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Looking for part time Monday-Friday. I currently work with children and have years of experience at a school with children with special needs. I'm very loyal, patient, and kind. I have experience with health and fitness so I'm very active.
Aileen can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is extremely thoughtful and loving! She is: Trustworthy, Efficient, loyal, dependable, honest, hard working, & multitasking is her...

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Laura L.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$24-26/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For Children

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am a Mom of two wonderful children, ages 22 and 20. Over the years I have been a Nanny for many different families. I have worked as a Swim Instructor teaching children with Autism and Special Needs to swim. I have volunteered at the Shea Center for therapeutic riding and at my children's preschool and elementary school when...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Trustline Certified

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Laura is the most wonderful person. My daughter loves Laura and she is able to create such a lovely bond with the kids. Laura has been with us for 8 months and I wish she could be our forever nanny! She is patient, kind and empathetic. She always follows the...

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Joni C.


Dana Point, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Family Assistant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience as a professionally paid nanny that includes childcare duties, light housekeeping, running errands, pet sitting and teaching art to children. My most recent jobs were with a 6-year-old boy virtual learning online. The youngest child from 3 months old to about 15 years of age including children...
Joni can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Joni helped us with our 2 kids during distance learning. She had excellent references and joined our family and home seamlessly. She was organized, kind, caring, and adapted to our kids needs. She kept them engaged in learning, art, and outdoors adventures. Our...

Betsy B.

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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$24/hr2 yrs exp

Today Is A Good Day For Someone To Care.

I'd describe my personality as loyal sensitive responsible I like caring for seniors because I think they need to feel that people are here for them and they are not alone. I'm looking for a job that I can help others and make their day a little easier knowing someone can help when needed I started caring for seniors...
Aileen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Aileen was a pleasure have as a caretaker: she is enthusiastic, creative and engaged."

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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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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mama Bear

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My middle daughter has visual and neurological deficits and my youngest has Asperger's, giving me 28 years of experience with children with special needs.
5.0
"Carolyn helps me care for my adult son, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2019. She is one of the most compassionate, caring and nicest people I have ever met. She listens intently, asks pertinent questions, and insists on doing tasks herself so she learns...

Richard B.

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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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Guadalupe H.


Laguna Beach, CA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

I love what I do and I have a lot of patience for people. I loving giving my clients the opportunity to make their own decisions but in safe way. I like to make them feel good and encourage them. I'm very outgoing and like the outdoors .
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Jorgie C.


Lake Forest, CA

$17-30/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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"In the nine months we have spent with Jorgie, she has truly become a part of our family. I don’t think I could ever possibly say enough wonderful things about her, but here is my best attempt…. As a first time mom, I was EXTREMELY anxious about returning to work...

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Kaitlin F.


San Clemente, CA

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

Your Second Hand

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Dedicated and compassionate nanny with over 12 years of experience in providing exceptional childcare. Adept at implementing Montessori methods to foster independent learning and development. Extensive experience in caring for multiples and children with special needs. Proven track record of creating nurturing and structured...
Kaitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Kaitlin looked after our 3 year old for the day on a recent visit to Ojai. She took great care of him, and went the extra mile on a few things that day. She kept him active and happy, and even brushed his very tangled hair! He really enjoyed his time with her. I...

Erin G.

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Haley H.


Dana Point, CA

$25-26/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/nanny Looking For A Full Time Job.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Haley I was born & raised in Dana Point, CA. I love the beach, art, cooking, and overall I love being a helper. I'm gentle, kind, and playful in my approach with kids. I'm open to having different responsibilities in the household including personal assistant work. My experience includes; 8+ years...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Haley was a very kind an patient nanny with our two energetic kiddos. The kids always had fun with her. She was flexible and above all caring."

Laura E.

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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$30-51/hr10 yrs exp

Newport Mama/Grandmother

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of 2 adult children and one teenager, as well as a new grandmother. I love caring for both children and adults and they usually take to me quickly. As a retired interior designer/stager/home organizer I also am well versed in caring for a home. My daughter has moderate visual and neurological impairments so I'm able...
Carolyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"As a parent, trusting someone with the care of your precious children is a decision that requires the utmost consideration. When we first met Carolyn, we were immediately struck by her warm and genuine demeanor, her love for children and her unwavering dedication...

Frank T.

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Colleen P.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

I have primarily worked in education, particularly with children with special needs. I have also done hospice care and am CPR trained. My family has long even involved with Operation Help a Hero through Camp Pendleton and also Habitat for Humanity.
Colleen can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, home modification, dementia, visiting physician & more
Hello I'm Ellie, I'm a mother/grandmother. I've had 8 children. I have years of experience working with children and adults with and without special needs. I love children along with my passion for adults in need of care. I'm available for short and long term care or respite care. Short term live in is negotiable as well. I look...
Eleanor can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Hannah L.


Lake Forest, CA

$22/hr1 yrs exp

Christian, Experience With Newborns/special Need

I have previous experience with newborn-1yr old babies. Also I have experience in pet sitting and house keeping. Additionally I have experience with special needs children. I am a full time college student so my availability is strictly in the evenings following Aug. 16th
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Laguna Niguel, CA

Francis M.

5.0

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

- Diana S.

Aileen R.

5.0

5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is extremely thoughtful and loving! She is: Trustworthy, Efficient, loyal, dependable, honest, hard working, & multitasking is her specialty. Honestly I don’t think...

- Care member

Laura L.

5.0

Laura provided a lovely environment for our 8 month old baby full of singing and play. We appreciate her calm energy and caring demeanor.

- Katie Q.

Joni C.

5.0

Joni helped us with our 2 kids during distance learning. She had excellent references and joined our family and home seamlessly. She was organized, kind, caring, and adapted to our kids needs. She kept them engaged in learning, art, and outdoors adventures. Our children adored her and were mostly...

- Betsy B.

Aileen R.

5.0

Aileen was a pleasure have as a caretaker: she is enthusiastic, creative and engaged.

- Care member

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

Average Rating4.2 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Laguna Niguel, CA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 69 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.