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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mission Viejo, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Mission Viejo, CA
Guadalupe H.
Laguna Beach, CA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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 .
5.0
(13)
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:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
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.
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: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
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.
Danielle M.
Laguna Beach, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a true passion in caring for children with helping them learn and grow. I've worked with children for over 10 years through nannying, swim instructing, and yoga teaching. I'm a very active, fun, and outgoing person which compliments well in working with children. I have experience with all ages from newborns to teenagers,...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle is extremely caring and has the keen ability to make kids feel comfortable and at ease. Particularly with our 4 year old the love was instant. As if they had known each other for years. She is also willing to help with anything you may need in the house to...
Vartan S.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
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...
Care member
5.0
(1)
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!!!
4.6
(11)
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 were impressed how quickly Carrie built rapport with our son. She instinctively knew what to say and do. We'll call her again!"
Scott T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great at organization and making spaces more manageable! Would love to work with her again"
Care member
Rebecca K.
Laguna Niguel, CA
$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver, Experienced With Elderly, And Disabilities..Medical Assistant, CPR Certified And First Aid Certified, 9-10 Experience.
3.5
(4)
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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
7 years dedicated caregiver experienced in working with disabled patient, committed in improving overall patient wellbeing and health through personal care and energetic engagement, skilled in assisting patient with daily living, areas of expertise are: light housekeeping, meal preparation, mobility assistant, Dr.'s appointment...
5.0
"Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!"
Diana S.
Linda B.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$18-25/hr • 10 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, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Ashley D.
Irvine, CA
$21-25/hr
Hi! I am a very patient, organized, and reliable care taker. I have experience taking care of both of my grandparents as well as my great aunt. I would usually make meals, help clean up around the house, grocery shop/run errands, drive to appointments, help with getting dressed, and organize medication. I'm willing to do...
Ashley can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
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, meal prep, light cleaning
Hi
I have experience working with adults with special needs including cerebral palsy and autism. I am comfortable with helping with wheelchairs and toileting assistance. I am energetic and positive and want to add a ray of sunshine to someone's day, that is my purpose. I am also a licensed and insured massage therapist to boot!...
Tami can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, transportation, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Tami is the resource that helped me on Thanksgiving Day. She spent Thanksgiving with me, problem-solving."
Wendy B.
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Scotlynn S.
Laguna Niguel, CA
$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Karlie S.
Laguna Niguel, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Emma B.
Irvine, CA
$20-24/hr • 4 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: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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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.
Danielle M.
5.0
Danielle is extremely caring and has the keen ability to make kids feel comfortable and at ease. Particularly with our 4 year old the love was instant. As if they had known each other for years. She is also willing to help with anything you may need in the house to try make your life easier, always...
- Vartan 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
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Ratings for Mission Viejo, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Mission Viejo, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.