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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 March 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

$30/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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lorna V.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Tutor And BONUS Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a tutor and also available to BABYSIT for date nights/holidays/late night hours -Over 28 years tutoring/childcare experience -Working w/ variety of abilities & individual needs -Tutored over 60 students in Laguna Niguel area -Accepting students pre-K to college -Homeschool curriculum available -Workbooks provided -Latin...
Lorna can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant December 2023 American Red Cross- BLS/First Aid Certified CPR/BLS skill training I graduated High school in 2023 then took a gap year to get some work experience, and will be starting at Saddleback in the fall. I will be aiming for a nursing degree. I would like to continue working with kids...
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Mackenzi C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter , Love Kids

I have 7 years of experience, most of my experience is with special needs children and a family of three children. I can help with just about anything . In college looking for a summer job in California.
Mackenzi can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Aileen

5.0

(1)

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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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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Francis M.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

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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Laura L.


San Clemente, 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Please contact me. I cant message you. Need a nanny. "

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Kylee B.


Mission Viejo, CA

$21-24/hr9 yrs exp

Hello! I'm an experienced caregiver with 9 years of hands-on experience providing compassionate, reliable, and personalized care. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, which allows me to better understand and meet the emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs of those I care for. Throughout my career, I have worked with...
Kylee can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kylee is kind, sweet, nurturing, maternal and compassionate. My kids love her! I have a special needs 7 year old who requires a lot of care she also comes with medical issues but Kylee is so great with her and my daughters love her. My toddler and Kylee are best...

Irene M.

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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, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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: Light cleaning, transportation, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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

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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Law Student - Occasional Sitter/Tutor

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tamara :) I'm 28 & a law student, available for date nights/weekends! I have babysat for the past nine years, and have experience providing support for families with special needs kids (autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy). I have experience with all ages, including newborns as young as two weeks. I...
Tamara can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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Michaela M.


Laguna Beach, CA

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Care Provider/nanny

Hello! I'm Cayla a nurturing and experienced nanny with a passion for providing care to children. I specialize in creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment for children of all ages. I take pride in my ability to handle various responsibilities, including cooking nutritious meals, maintaining a tidy home, and caring for...
Michaela can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Cayla is the best! She is amazing with our 10 month old twin girls, always talking and laughing with them, putting on music, going outside, doing sensory play, etc. She is great about keeping them on their schedule and being flexible with their needs. We love her...

Katie K.

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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
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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Kylee B.


Mission Viejo, CA

$21-24/hr10 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist/BCAT/Instructional Aide

Hello! I'm an experienced caregiver with 9 years of hands-on experience providing compassionate, reliable, and personalized care. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, which allows me to better understand and meet the emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs of those I care for. Throughout my career, I have worked with...
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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Laguna Niguel, CA

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

Francis M.

5.0

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

- Diana S.

Laura L.

5.0

Please contact me. I cant message you. Need a nanny.

- Care member

Kylee B.

5.0

Kylee is kind, sweet, nurturing, maternal and compassionate. My kids love her! I have a special needs 7 year old who requires a lot of care she also comes with medical issues but Kylee is so great with her and my daughters love her. My toddler and Kylee are best friends. She's helped out in so...

- Irene M.

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.

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

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Laguna Niguel, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 71 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.