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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mission Viejo, CA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Mission Viejo, CA

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Julie M.


Mission Viejo, CA

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Julie - Mom & Yoga Teacher

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Hi! I am a Mission Viejo mother of 3 (16, 18, 21) & professional yoga instructor. I have cared for little ones since being a busy babysitter, an auntie to 9 nieces & nephews, nannying for friends, to finding wonderful families here. I took courses in early childhood development at NIU and continue to study the latest research...
Julie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alexia E.


Mission Viejo, CA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny/Babysitter!

I am a 23-year-old graduate student , working towards my Master's degree in Social Welfare. I currently work in schools as a social work intern on Mondays (7:30am-3:30pm) Wednesdays (7:30am-11:30am) and Fridays (7:30am-3:30pm). I am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have some ASL knowledge. I have been working with children...
Alexia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ashley H.


Mission Viejo, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Ashley. I am 28 years old. I have been care giving since I was 11 years old. I have 6 younger siblings, 3 nieces , and 2 nephews, so I can understand children needs and abilities. I have experience with ages newborn-14 years. I also have experience with special needs children. I am great with kids. I always have fun...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
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Soleil C.


Mission Viejo, CA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Soleil, 24. I am currently taking a gap year (or two) prior to medical school. I currently cocktail serve, whilst working on building a business. I have several years of experience in child care from a young age from babysitting for family friends to being a horseback instructor to ages 2-12yrs and 6 years of...
Soleil can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Theresa F.


Mission Viejo, CA

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

Dependable Babysitter Full Of Experience And Fun!

I am a 21-year-old college student who loves games, outdoors, and children. I have 6 siblings and was raised by two loving active parents. For years I have enjoyed helping with cleaning, transportation, cooking meals, and watching over and entertaining my younger siblings so that my parents could go out on date nights and run...
Theresa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Pamela T.


Mission Viejo, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Nanny!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Pam I have over 15 years plus experience helping families. I can help with homework, driving, chores, cooking. I can play and do arts and crafts . I love to have fun and laugh, but can set limits Im a retired RN but presently work at a local school with Autistic students thru the Capo District which I've enjoyed...
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Wendy D.


Mission Viejo, CA

$14-30/hr10 yrs exp

Private Caregiver

I'd describe my personality as caring, honest and dependable I like caring for seniors because it's extremely rewarding. I enjoy sharing my experience, knowledge and love with seniors and their families to help them navigate the difficult aging process. I'm looking for a job that allows me to devote my passion and skills to...
Wendy can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Samantha T.


Mission Viejo, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny (Mon + Wed, After 4pm)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Samantha, and I'm 27 years old! I've been passionate about childcare from a young age, starting with daycare work in my teens and volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters during high school. After graduating, I worked for two years at the YMCA's after-school program, where I organized activities, led lessons, and...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I'd describe my personality as competent, compassionate and committed healthcare worker I like caring for seniors because I have the passion of helping others. I find fulfillment in providing support and assistance to those in need particularly the elderly and people with special needs. It is an opportunity for me to make a...
Rowena can also help with: Home modification, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Laura K.


Irvine, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny For Hire

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
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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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: Transportation, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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

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Lela M.


Irvine, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Smiles 'n Cuddles

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Care. com families! My name is Lela. I have 25+ years experience working with children ages 0-18 years of age. I have worked in a school setting as well as in private homes. I started as a lifeguard and swim instructor in high school. I then worked as a teacher with special needs children for 7 years. While working in the...
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"I strongly recommend Lela and we certainly look forward to having her here again. The first day on the job Lela and my 4 month old son immediately took to each other. As first-time parents, she was so helpful, and the first thing she helped us improve upon was...

Kobea B.

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Jenny W.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time

Hi..... I have been a child care provider for 22 years as well as a senior care provider for 8 years. I have worked with children with Asperger's as well as mild autism, OCD and anxiety and I have wonderful references. Special needs to me just means extra special care and being there to help with those extra tough days.
5.0
"Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for so long. Over the three years where Jenny was a...

Greg O.

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Ciara F.


Irvine, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate And Caring Nanny And Doula

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have held 3 long-term nanny jobs, most recently was a live-in of almost 5 years, with 2 children. Before the most recent family, I was with a family of 4 children for 4. 5 years. I still have a fantastic relationship with all families I have worked for, whom I always refer you to for references. I have a BS in Child...
Ciara can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We recently hired Ciara to care for our two boys. She is caring. She does small things that shows she cares about kids, like special activities, being creative in getting my two year old to eat his dinner, and sending updates while this mom is at work. I would...

Jennifer R.

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing, Fun, Reliable, Dependable Sitter/nanny

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely LOVE children/kids and animals! About me: I am kind, loving, patient, empathetic, great disposition, fun, energetic and outgoing! I love the beach, walking, hiking, music, reading, boating, traveling and amusements parks! I live in Laguna Niguel. I am married, have three sons and three beautiful grandsons! I have a...
Carri can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I recently adopted a rescue dog, William, and had to travel out of town for a weekend. It had only been 6 weeks since the adoption and I was not comfortable leaving William alone. I'm an overbearing dog dad to a fault, and worry about my furry family members when I...

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

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$27-50/hr6 yrs exp

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.
5.0
"I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a...

Shannon F.

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Haley H.


Dana Point, CA

$28-30/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'm really passionate about working with children. I've nannied on & off for over 8 years- toddlers, teenagers & every age in between. I was born & raised in Dana Point, CA. I love the beach, art, music, cooking, and overall I love being a helper! I'm gentle, kind, nurturing & playful in my approach...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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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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 Mission Viejo, CA

Laura K.

5.0

Laura is exceptional! Creative, fun, smart, organized, always putting the needs of the kids and parents first. Truly, a nanny extraordinaire!

- Care member

Aileen R.

5.0

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

- Care member

Lela M.

5.0

I strongly recommend Lela and we certainly look forward to having her here again. The first day on the job Lela and my 4 month old son immediately took to each other. As first-time parents, she was so helpful, and the first thing she helped us improve upon was his feeding schedule as she quickly...

- Kobea B.

Jenny W.

5.0

Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for so long. Over the three years where Jenny was a daily part of our family, she...

- Greg O.

Ciara F.

5.0

I conversed with Ciara about a job for my son - I had sought her out specifically because she fit the profile I was looking for when looking for a nanny. She wasn't a match for us due to our timings not lining up, but she was pleasant, professional, kind and bent over backwards to try and make...

- Alyssa L.

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

Average Rating4.0 / 5

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