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

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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Laura L.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$24-26/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For Children

5.0

(13)

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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:

Trustline Certified

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Laura is the most wonderful nanny to our 15 month year old. She has been with us for the last 10 months and couldn't have asked for a better person to help take care of our daughter. She is patient, kind and extremely thoughtful. My husband and I both work from...

Lauren H.

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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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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter Available Weekends And Some Weekdays

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Recent graduate student. However, I had many years of taking care of special needs since my sister is special needs. I was also the leader of the children's department at my church where I was responsible for helping and teaching them various skills they needed in school. throughout my life, I have been part of various outreach...
Marina can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her as I trust her 100 percent with both my kids....

Tiffany S.

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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Aileen

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

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

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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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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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....
5.0
"We hired Carri for a reception party at our home as a party caretaker. She cooked and set up food, kept drinks filled, cleared empty plates and cups, washed dirty dishes and was very professional, personable and friendly with my guests. She was a big help and gave...

Kanela W.

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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$30-51/hr10 yrs exp

Newport Mama/Grandmother

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of 2 adult children and one teenager, as well as a new grandmother. I love caring for both children and adults and they usually take to me quickly. As a retired interior designer/stager/home organizer I also am well versed in caring for a home. My daughter has moderate visual and neurological impairments so I'm able...
Carolyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great at organization and making spaces more manageable! Would love to work with her again"

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Rebecca K.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$17-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Experienced With Elderly, And Disabilities..Medical Assistant, CPR Certified And First Aid Certified, 9-10 Experience.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I 've worked with elderly in Elderly Homes, worked with Parkinson's, MS patients, RA patients, Stroke patients and Dementia patients, also children with ADHD, and transferred people many times, either from bed to bathroom or to car. I have also worked with catheters and much more, love doing caregiving and take pride in it....
3.0
"I have given the address and after giving two weeks message back and forth. She canceled at the last minute due to no patience to wait for messaging, in while she asked for address which was given before."

Shaoqing X.

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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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Suzanne S.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Professional Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 2 profiles. 1 for CHILDCARE and 1 for SPECIAL NEEDS. Please see my RECOMMENDATIONS and 5 Star Rating from my 3 PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS on Care. com on my childcare page. Ty! My son is now 27 years old and was diagnosed with Autism when he was 3 years old. He is an Aspie. He attended special day classes full time for five...
5.0
"Suzanne is an amazing extension of our family. She has taken care of my two small children (newborn and 1.5 year old to present) and is so great at managing multiple kids. She constantly keeps both kids at different stages and ages entertained and learning. On top...

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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse Available For Part-time Elder And Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Linda and I am a retired RN who is available to help with your part-time care needs. I have extensive experience with both special needs children (Down syndrome) and elder care, including dementia, post-stroke and post-surgical support. I'm happy to help with everything from medication management to companion...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, errands, personal care, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
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Hannah L.


Lake Forest, CA

$22/hr1 yrs exp

Christian, Experience With Newborns/special Need

I have previous experience with newborn-1yr old babies. Also I have experience in pet sitting and house keeping. Additionally I have experience with special needs children. I am a full time college student so my availability is strictly in the evenings following Aug. 16th
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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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: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Pattarasaya D.


Irvine, CA

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Passionate Babysitter | Encouraging Growth, Fun & Development For Every Child

I have a degree in Physical Therapy and am currently studying Surgical Technology. I have two years of experience as a babysitter, specializing in caring for children ages 1 to 3 years old. I focus on their developmental improvement by creating fun, engaging, and educational activities. I am CPR-certified, have a reliable car,...
Pattarasaya can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Madison S.


Newport Coast, CA

$17-21/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator!

My name is Madison and almost 19 years old! I just graduated from Mater Dei High School and will be attending SMU in the fall. During my high school years I was apart of ASB, the Varsity Dance Team, a mentor for a special needs girl at MD, a competitive horse back rider, apart of National Charity League, and was chosen as...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Janean N.


Foothill Ranch, CA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced 3rd Grade Teacher

Hello! I'm an experienced 3rd grade teacher and mother of 2 available for childcare. I love spending time with children and have an abundance of experience working with them. I love giving my time and engaging with them in fun, creative ways! I also have experience as a school counselor and working with young children who have...
Janean can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Emma B.


Irvine, CA

$20-24/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Emma. I have been babysitting and pet sitting for several years. I love to cook and even went to OCSA for Culinary Arts. On the side, I love creating new things. I think it's really important to express yourself through art, whether it's drawing, dancing, singing or even cooking. But professionally, I am a...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Claudia O.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

I LOVE TO BE YOUR LIFE AND JOB COACH/ MENTOR.

Hi, my name is Claudia! I am currently coaching with two beautiful soul's young adults. I am currently looking for additional clients to filled up my days. I would like to describe myself as a workaholic, affectionate, compassionate, patients, reliable, optimistic person. I've been working this industry for 5 years. I would...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mission Viejo, CA

Laura L.

5.0

Laura provided a lovely environment for our 8 month old baby full of singing and play. We appreciate her calm energy and caring demeanor.

- Katie Q.

Carolyn M.

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 quickly. She will take on any...

- Richard B.

Marina B.

5.0

Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her as I trust her 100 percent with both my kids. She has been a blessing.

- Tiffany S.

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

Carri C.

5.0

Carrie is honest, dependable, trustworthy and full of positive energy! I hired Carrie to care for my 2 cats, take care of my house, mail, plants etc when I was away for 3 weeks. I will hire Carrie again and will recommend her to family and friends. She definitely has a heart to serve!

- Kristen R.

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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.