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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mission Viejo, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Mission Viejo, CA
Micaela Q.
Mission Viejo, CA
$18-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun And Organized Child Care Provider. CPR Certified And Also A Child Swim Teacher.
Hi, my name is Micaela, and I am a dedicated childcare professional with years of experience as a nanny and caregiver. I've worked with children of all ages, providing a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where they can thrive. My expertise includes early childhood development, special needs care, and household...
Micaela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Rowena R.
Mission Viejo, CA
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
With more than 8 years of experience in caregiving, 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...
Rowena can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, live-in home care, meal prep, mobility assistance, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
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: Meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha is punctual and dependable. She was excellent with our kids."
Ash N.
Anjanette V.
Mission Viejo, CA
$24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced TK-12 Para-Educator for assisting those with exceptional needs providing one-on-one support for those with diverse needs. Committed to promoting a positive and engaging educational experience for all students.
Aouse A.
Mission Viejo, CA
$20-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
Seeking A Childcare Opportunity: Passionate Babysitter Ready To Make A Difference
Over the past year, I have had the privilege of working with elementary school students, including those with special needs. My experience has been incredibly rewarding, allowing me to build meaningful connections with children of diverse abilities. I've learned to adapt my approach to meet the unique needs of each child,...
Aouse can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & 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.
5.0
(4)
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, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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
5.0
(1)
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, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Aileen was a pleasure have as a caretaker: she is enthusiastic, creative and engaged."
Care member
5.0
(2)
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
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lela was great with my newborn three week baby and 22 month old. Lela is patient and speaks to the kids in a soft comforting tone. She is very adaptable to what you want and will follow your instruction. You can tell she is a genuinely good person with a passion...
Andreina M.
5.0
(1)
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.
4.8
(52)
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I was looking for someone with a lot of experience as my child's first sitter. Carri is so loving, sweet, warm, and incredibly generous. She loves my baby like her own grand baby and I know he's in capable hands with her. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to...
Care member
Ina C.
Laguna Niguel, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver For Children With Special Needs
5.0
(2)
I have been a preschool teacher before going to college. I recently worked with ABA Therapy with children on the Autism Spectrum. I have been an aide in middle school with learning disabilities. My social work experience has been with a foster care agency and outpatient psychiatric hospital.
My real experience has been being a...
Ina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Ina was wonderful with our 2 year old boy and 4-month old girl. She was right on time/a little early, thoughtful, considerate, and anticipated what needed to be done before we had to ask. (E.g., our baby started crying right after our toddler started, and while I...
Karen C.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
Adriana G.
San Clemente, CA
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Adriana and I am 34 years old I have a beautiful 9-year-old daughter and 3 years old Son
I live at Dana Point
I have 14 years of experience with taking care of children and 3 years of experience with special needs like feeding by G-tube and Traqueostomy
. I have taken care of newborns and any age, I like to take...
Adriana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have hired Adriana and let me tell you she is absolutely Amazing!!!! I have twin 6 month baby girls and she does a fantastic job caring for them and keeping them happy and content. She meets all their needs and I am so impressed with her. Our family feels so...
Darlene K.
Haley H.
Dana Point, CA
$28-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/nanny Looking For A Full Time Job.
5.0
(1)
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, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mission Viejo, CA
Samantha T.
5.0
Samantha is punctual and dependable. She was excellent with our kids.
- Ash N.
Michaela M.
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 and feel great about having her...
- Katie K.
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.
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Ratings for Mission Viejo, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Mission Viejo, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.