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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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Michelle C.


San Diego, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(9)

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Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Michelle. I studied Psychology at UCSB. I am passionate about exercise, food, and travel. I am the eldest of four girls. I have worked with children professionally since 2008. I have been: live-in, live-out nanny, full-time, part-time, occasional, and one-time. I have experience caring for newborns, twins, teenagers...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

CPR

5.0
"Really great - she managed to get our fussy 2 year old to bed without any issues. Very sweet and personable. We'll definitely hire her again."

Graeme S.

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Briana S.


San Diego, CA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Patient, Kind, Silly & Professional!

Hi, my name is Bri! I'm a behaviorial interventionist for an extensive sped 5th grade class at Poway USD. I am currently studying social-emotional learning facilitator techniques through mindfulness in childhood education. I am also in yoga teacher training focused in teaching trauma-informed yoga inclusive to those with special...
Briana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Bri was the best with our 2 kids (2/8 years old). She is the sweetest and truly gave her heart to our babies. We are so grateful to have had her in our lives!"

Robyn F.

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Laura O.


San Diego, CA

$23-29/hr10 yrs exp

Committed To Meeting Children's And Parent's Needs. 20 Years Experience..

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Previous preschool teacher and childcare provider of 20 years with education and experience in special needs. Excellent references, AA in Child Development, CPR/First Aid certified, Covid-19 vaccinated, Child Nutrition Specialist, clean background and driving record, Non-smoker, and have experienced with ages 3 months-17 years....
Laura can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

5.0
"Laura O. What can I say. She's been working with our daughter over the last 20 years & is absolutely amazing! We take her any hours she has for us & she squeezes us in as often as she can. Laura is organized, warm, so considerate, polite & respectful. She's...

Tracy B.

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Gnyja M.


San Diego, CA

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Gnyja but I find it easier to call me Gigi if I had to describe myself in two words it would be very patient and outgoing I have been working with kids of all age groups I've mainly worked with kids with special needs and absolutely loved it I'm also going to school to become a behavioral analyst and trying to...
Gnyja can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"GG was awesome with my children, they had nothing but good things to say about her. "

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Thailyn W.


San Diego, CA

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable,Caring.Trustworthy. Watchful Eye Babysitter.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Thailyn and I am passionate about helping people in any way possible. One of my outstanding qualities is my love for working with children. I have over 10 years of work experience in the education field. Growing up in a family of teachers has influenced my passion for playing and teaching children life skills....
Thailyn can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Thailyn allowed us to have date night and did a great job taking care of our 6 year old son. She took him to the park, helped him with a little homework, fed him, and went the extra mile by doing the dishes and organizing our messy board game cabinet. She was very...

Jason T.

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Shirley D.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Being A Care Giver Is Not Just An Experience But A Loving Heart To Care For The Elderly

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I really love taking care for a senior., child care and special needs.. is not a just a job but a passion and dedication to take care of the person who needs more care love and compassion. Im very caring and loving person.
Shirley can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Catherine T.


San Diego, CA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Searching For Part-Time To Full Time Nannying, Babysitting, Dog/House Sitting Position!

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Catherine and I am a 31-year-old Chemistry student with 12+ years of nanny experience. Located in 92115. I love kids and pets! I have spent most of my adult life working as a caretaker, tutor, and nanny. Interested in babysitting, nanny, tutoring, light cleaning, cooking/meal prep/grocery shopping,...
Catherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Catherine watched our 19 month twins from 930am to 130pm. She did an amazing job! They both normally take a little bit too warm up to anyone, but they immediately warmed up to her. She played with them and read to them. Normally they would've taken a nap during...

Michael O.

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Araceli G.


Spring Valley, CA

$35-40/hr7 yrs exp

Super Fun And Energetic

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Araceli , I am currently working for Kaiser as a Behavior Interventionist working with children with autism, I have been in the field for 4 yrs and 6 months. I have lots of experience with children of all ages. I also help my family on my free time to take care of my brothers new born and 2-year-old, which I love...
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Lois S.


San Diego, CA

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For approximately I worked within the school district for elementary, middle, and high school district. Over 70% of my duties entailed working with special ed children.
5.0
"I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me throughout the process. Lois not only offered to pick me up from my home but also waited patiently for me during the...

Mohammed J.

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Erika Z.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter

Hi! I have over 15 years of experience working professionally with kids. I worked as a licensed speech/language therapist assistant for over 10 years. I worked with preschool to middle school. I worked in a health clinic, private practice and schools. I'm bilingual Spanish/English. I'm a mom to a now 16-year-old boy with special...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Erika was so professional and kind. I will be definitely using her again and I definitely recommend her services to anyone looking:)"

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Cynthia G.


Escondido, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Loving Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving mom who has raised four children. I am also a grandmother of four. I have been a Teacher's Helper, a Camp Counselor, and a tutor and a mentor to many children in my life. All children are a treasure and a gift! I really love kids and I taught ballet for many years to children. I raised a special needs child and she...
Cynthia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cindy is great with my two year old twins. She has become a surrogate grandma to them. My house is always clean when I get home from work and my children are fed. Cindy is a great person and has become part of the family."

Lindsey E.

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Stephanie B.


La Mesa, CA

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello all! I have a great amount of experience in aiding for your special needs family members ! From teens in all 4 years of high school to seniors in daily aid.
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Lois K.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Available

4.4

(7)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Looking for a loving family. Experience with special needs children, newborns, infants, and toddlers - including twins and triplets. I am CPR/First Aid Certified with a great driving record. I am reliable, flexible, a pro at potty training, willing to do overnights, and can travel if needed, as well as open to family errands. I...
Lois can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lois was excellent with my two girls - she was always on time if not early to appointments, had a great attitude and provided a lot of fun activities for the girls. They were with their previous nanny since they were born, so we thought the transition would be...

Tina L.

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Rachel R.


San Diego, CA

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachel I am 36 years old and I have 6 years experience caring after small children including infants, toddlers, pre-teen and children with special needs. I take direction well should there be any specifics with care. I'm dependable, I enjoy engaging with the kids, I'm CPR certified, and take every precaution to...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rachel is a fantastic person with a great personality and appreciation for kids. She is one of those unicorns that you don't find often and nowadays an additional member of the family. Reliable, trustworthy and with a great demeanor. I would not hesitate to hire...

Raul F.

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Brenda C.


Escondido, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

The reason I consider myself the quintessential CNA, is I can help your loved one with any and all needs required... To include: bathing, transferring, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation, toileting assistance, medicine management, companionship and much more. I have experience caring for seniors with special...
Brenda can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Brenda is knowledgeable, insightful and very caring. She became a trusted member of our care family while caring for both of our parents. She was conscientious about scheduling and willing to help out with extra shifts. Both of our parents had dementia/memory...

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Emilia M.


Chula Vista, CA

$23/hr4 yrs exp

Energetic And Loving Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm from New Mexico, moved to SD last year. I have experience in babysitting and nannying, worked with multiple families in providing full-time care for children aged 5m-12 years. I can provide references. I love working with children and am proficient in managing their educational needs, like homework assistance. I am...
Emilia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Emilia arrived on time and my son instantly warmed up to her. She is very warm and friendly, and played lots of fun activities with him."

Danielle H.

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Rachel O.


Escondido, CA

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a military wife looking for a nanny/babysitting job! I come from a family of 7 so growing up there were 5 of us kids. I have 2, much younger than me sisters, who I grew up taking care of a majority of the time while my parents worked. I also have a with a brother who has Aspergers so I have experience with special...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dog friendly, very personable, punctual. Will do activities and spends an exorbitant amount of one on one time with your children. Goes out of her way for anyone."

Brittany A.

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Risa M.


Chula Vista, CA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with children! I have experience working with special needs. I am a nursing assistant and a caregiver for elderly. I work very well with kids. I have a fun positive attitude. I am first aid and CPR certified. I enjoy playing games and spending time with children. I am very trustworthy and a hard worker!
Risa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Risa did an outstanding job with my very energetic and sensitive 4 year old son for an entire day of care during the workweek. I came home to a tidy home and a very happy and content little one. She did a great job following his schedule and being active with him....

Jessica H.

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Megan C.


San Diego, CA

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Caring And Attentive Babysitter!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Megan. I am 31 years old and I live in the Hillcrest area of San Diego. I have a Bachelor's degree in Spanish and Psychology and am currently in a Master's of Social Work program at SDSU and I am interning at an elementary school. I have worked with children for many years in a variety of jobs. I worked as an...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Brooklyn K.


Escondido, CA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I just finished my second year of college, working towards a degree in special education. I would love to be selected to care for your children. I have had regular babysitting jobs (several days a week for 4+ hours a day) for the past 6 years, watching anywhere from 1-5 children at a time. I love to interact and play with the...
Brooklyn can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is really great with kids. Awesome to work. 11/10 on communication. If she is available we would definitely like to hire her again. Thanks brooklyn for helping our family with nanny needs."

Arash P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lakeside, CA

Michelle C.

5.0

Michelle was fantastic. She watched our 2 and 1/2 year old boy and is very mature for her age, so that was not an issue at all. She's smart, engaging with children and we felt very comfortable with her helping us. We will definitely hire her when we need to again.

- Venessa G.

Briana S.

5.0

Bri was the best with our 2 kids (2/8 years old). She is the sweetest and truly gave her heart to our babies. We are so grateful to have had her in our lives!

- Robyn F.

Laura O.

5.0

Laura O. What can I say. She's been working with our daughter over the last 20 years & is absolutely amazing! We take her any hours she has for us & she squeezes us in as often as she can. Laura is organized, warm, so considerate, polite & respectful. She's also generous if she can squeeze a...

- Tracy B.

Gnyja M.

5.0

Gigi was very attentive and interactive with my son. He had nothing but good things to say about her the next day. Looking forward to hiring again.

- Andre M.

Thailyn W.

5.0

Thailyn has earned my highest recommendation. She cared for our two kids, aged 3 and 5, every weekday afternoon for a year. She has a special knack for blending FUN and ensuring the kids felt loved and listened to. Equally important, she knew how to help calm big emotions and set limits when...

- Care member

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