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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lakeside, CA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Lakeside, CA

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Linda M.


Santee, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

A Super Fun Sitter

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Linda. Over the years I've worked for 4 different families and raised my own daughter and my nephew. I have a bachelor's degree with many child development classes under my belt. I'm experienced in special needs as well. My priority is that your child (children) remain safe, happy, and thriving while in my care....
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jessica E.


Poway, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Jessica and I am 34 years old. I am an EMT and work in the emergency department as a Tech. I am in the Respiratory therapy program and graduate next year! Once I graduate, I want to work in the NICU or labor and delivery. I am also a CPR and first aid instructor. I have experience with new born to teens. I have...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Donna S.


El Cajon, CA

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

I have cared for few kids with developmental issues. I helped in therapy and specific meal prep. A 5 yr old with cerebral palsy. Another a 1 yr old with autism.
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Martins A.


El Cajon, CA

$14-25/hr1 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

I am a graduate student in Biomechanics, I work with special needs kids and healthy kids to improve movement and coordination as they grow. I have two younger brothers age 6 and 9 that I have looked after from birth. I am comfortable running some errands and helping with assignments. I am open to watching after your kids through...
Martins can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Carol S.


Poway, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! I worked as a residential manager and supervisor for almost 10 yrs in PA with adults and seniors and children with developmental disabilities. I worked directly with the patients in the group homes where they resided. Also I have over 20 yrs experience doing in home care with children and young adults and seniors with...
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Madeline H.


Poway, CA

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter, Nanny, Cleaner, Marry Poppins

I am a college student in San Diego and love working with kiddos in my free time! I am currently the assistant director of a preshcool serving kiddos ages 6 weeks-5 years! I have worked in a daycare facility for 2+ years creating experience with children ages 3 months-12 years and special needs kids. I have also been a full...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Steph C.


Santee, CA

$22-28/hr10 yrs exp

Prior professional in the social services field. Retired for 3 years but still enjoy working with kids and families. Extensive experience with youth and adults with special needs.
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Layla J.


El Cajon, CA

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Layla and I am 18 years old. I plan on attending university in the fall where I will be studying child development. I am a high school senior but I teach a kindergarten class and I love working with children! I work with Banding Together for weekly musical therapy sessions, and I am also involved in the Special...
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Michael L.


El Cajon, CA

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

I am very interested in the intersections of mindfulness and care of people with unique needs. and help with special needs.
I am a full time student studying child development. I am CPR certified, and have experience volunteering at home of guiding hands working with children with special need such as Down syndrome and autism. I have also volunteered in the toddler center at a church with children from infancy up to three years of age. I am offering...
Cara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ely E.


San Diego, CA

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant Of 18 Years Looking For Part Time Or Full Time Work.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with seniors for 18 years now. I'm punctual, caring, hard working and am ready to work with your loved one. I've worked with children with special needs, and the senior community. I have excellent references and experiences that can contribute to me working with your loved one. My experience includes the...
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Ely is AMAZING!!!!!!!! She has been helping with my 82 year old dad for a couple of months! She is a very hard worker- goes above and beyond expectations! She is kind and patient. Dependable. Punctual! And HONEST! She comes highly +++ recommend!"

Cathy J.

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Sydney V.


San Diego, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Loving Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of patience when it comes to kids and babies. I've nannied for 3 families and regularly babysit for multiple families. The ages ranged from 6 months - 14 years old. Working with all families helped me gain insight on how to handle different types of kids and having a lot of patience. I know how to put babies to...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Stephanie B.


La Mesa, CA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents ! I am a babysitter/Nanny of all types, from newborns to teens I have done it all. For over 14 years now, I started my care in San Diego, moved to Arizona while my spouse went to school and am back living in San Diego. Whether it's childcare, senior care, pet care or caring for your special needs I have experience...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie was our nanny for our first child in San Diego. She was wonderful with our baby, very interactive and kind in addition to reliable and punctual. We were forced to change nannies due to our moving, otherwise we would probably still employ her."

Jennifer L.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Friendly and conpassionate nursing student with clinical experience in acute and mental health care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Ellie and I have an associate degree in occupational assistant . I have worked with children with special needs at Poway unified school. I live with my family in Rancho Bernado . I have 2 boys on college now . I'm reliable , caring and trustworthy. I'm also CPR certified and passed back ground check .
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Kelley E.


Escondido, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

A Very Special Needs Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I had an in-home family daycare for four years and my step-sister also had an in-home family daycare at her home. We worked together and I would bring my daycare children (with the parents permission) to her home every week. The children had a great time together. We had a special needs little boy who worked well with the other...
5.0
"Kelley is absolutely great! She tends to every need and makes every visit comfortable and helpful."

Daniel P.

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Ely E.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of 2 boys who are grown ups now and presently working with 3 to 5-year-old kids with special needs at School District. I'm good dealing with kids because I know they are angels. I can give you my references in case you need it to prove how I'm good with them.
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"I can not say enough about Ely! She has been with us for close to 5 years, and has become a wonderful addition to our family! She is always on time with a loving smile on her face when she walks through the door! She has helped tremendously with my 3 children along...

Kara S.

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Holly S.


San Diego, CA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a very easy going and dependable person. I have been nannying for 5 years. Most of my nannying work has been with children five and under. Prior to nannying, I cared for kids with specials needs for two years. During high school, I took child development classes giving me the opportunity to volunteer in a daycare....
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Holly worked for us this year and last and we have nothing but praises to sing about her!! My kiddos love her to pieces (cry when she leaves, ask for her, call her "My Holly") and she really helped ease my stress with my ever changing work schedule, her flexibility...

Tabatha K.

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Tanya M.


San Diego, CA

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Looking For A Flexible Part-time Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

2004_2010 on and off baby-sat my basketball coach's children (3 girls ages 12 years old, 7 years old, 1 years old). 2004_2005 I helped coach middle school children boys & girls inner-city basketball. 2014_2015 I nannied for a family that had 2 boys (2 yrs & 7yrs). Taught the oldest to ride a bike & encouraged the little one to...
Tanya can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lakeside, CA

Ely E.

5.0

Ely is AMAZING!!!!!!!! She has been helping with my 82 year old dad for a couple of months! She is a very hard worker- goes above and beyond expectations! She is kind and patient. Dependable. Punctual! And HONEST! She comes highly +++ recommend!

- Cathy J.

Stephanie B.

5.0

Stephanie is great, she watched by two boys, one is special needs 2 times now. The boys had a great time with her, she is kind, responsive and dependable.

- Jeffrey M.

Kelley E.

5.0

Highly recommend. Will definitely hire again,

- Sid P.

Ely E.

5.0

I can not say enough about Ely! She has been with us for close to 5 years, and has become a wonderful addition to our family! She is always on time with a loving smile on her face when she walks through the door! She has helped tremendously with my 3 children along with household tasks. She is the...

- Kara S.

Holly S.

5.0

I have had the opportunity to coach and work alongside Holly in multiple different fashions. She helped me conduct multiple youth sports camps where she would lead small groups throughout camp. As camps progressed Holly took on more responsibility where she would lead large groups, engage with the...

- Alyssa O.

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