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Find special needs caregivers in National City, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in National City, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in National City, CA

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Daylin N.


Chula Vista, CA

$21/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Daylin and I'm 26 years old. I'm Certified in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED. I've been attending Southwestern college for 3 1/2 years now and I was studying to be a pastry chef but found out that taking care of kids is my passion and now I'm studying to be a kindergartner teacher. I have several years of...
Daylin can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Daylin is good with our 18 month old daughter. She makes her breakfast, light kitchen work. My daughter enjoys playing with her. She also watches our 4 month old daughter for occasional date nights. She is reliable and punctual. "

Noelle C.

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Alexa R.


San Diego, CA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Alexa Messaged Me With Specific Inquiries :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Alexa and I started working with kids about 6 years ago when I volunteered at my elementary school. That's where I started my journey working with children. Since then I've been working as a respite for kids with special needs for three years and am now studying psychology with a focus in child development. I like to...
5.0
"She was great! On time, comfortable, kids loved her, and kept us updated on how the night was going! We will definitely ask her to help us in the future with more date nights! We highly recommend her!"

Michelle M.

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Rosa H.


Chula Vista, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny or Babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children for many years. I enjoy helping them learn and be creative; including teaching them to be bilingual. My child care experience has included raising my own children, owning and working in a daycare with 25 children, and now single family oriented style care, which has included working with special needs...
Rosa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We employed Rosa (although she goes by Rochy) in San Diego from April 2014 to January 2015. She was absolutely amazing with our newborn son and became like a grandmother to him over that year. She did a great job at continuously coming up with things for him to do...

Melanie B.

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Jessica G.


San Diego, CA

$30-45/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Teacher, And Special Needs Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I can't add information on my experience since it gets flagged for me including my contact info (even though I don't include any contact info or related verbiage). If my profile seems to suit your family's needs I can provide more about myself!
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Jessica is my go-to sitter whenever my husband and I have date night. The kids absolutely love her and get so excited when she comes over. I've known her for a few years now, and I can tell she really loves working with kids and has such a special, caring touch....

Lily K.

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Leanora S.


San Diego, CA

$24-27/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Yoga Teacher Available For Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, San Diego parents! I am a 57-year-old Harvard-educated Nanny and yoga teacher with extensive childcare experience with children of all ages including 5-month-old twins, 18-month-old twins, toddlers, all the way up to 8 to 10 years old and teenagers. Overall, I am committed to helping each child grow and achieve while...
Leanora can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lea sits for us on frequent date nights and the girls love her! My daughters are 5 and 4 and behave very well when "Miss Lea" is around. She enjoys bringing crafts and art supplies when she visits and we always look forward to having her sit for us. Highly...

Andrea M.

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Ericka B.


Chula Vista, CA

$21-27/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter And Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, - I have my Associates Degree and I am working towards my Psychology Bachelor's degree. - I have extensive experience with individuals who have intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, autism, ADHD, bipolar, etc. -I have nannied for many families with children between the ages of 18months-9 years old. -The past 7...
Ericka can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ericka is committed. When she confirms she is going to help you on the days you agreed, she will be there on time. She is also very patient with our child and reliable. Will continue to hire Ericka for the days that we need help. Among the baby sitters that helped...

Jenny N.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Friendly and conpassionate nursing student with clinical experience in acute and mental health care.
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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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Katherine S.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Babysittet

Nanny available immediately! I start as early as Monday. I'm located in NorthPark but willing to travel. I have 8 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and Nannying combined. I work with children of all ages and abilities. I have experience with special needs, medical needs, multiples, domestic and international...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is very personable and engaging looking forward to having her join our team! "

Wendy A.

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Savannah H.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Savannah and I'm currently a junior at Point Loma Nazarene University. I'm majoring in Psychology and my current goal is to become a Pediatric Occupational Therapist! I first started to babysit when my little sister was born a couple years ago and I knew it was something I enjoyed and wanted to do for other...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Savannah showed up on time and took great care of our toddlers. She was kind and followed all directions. Would recommend!"

Lindsay B.

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Melissa G.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience caring for those with special needs. I love helping others and watching them achieve their goals. In addition to this in have also had multiple family members who have these needs as well.
5.0
"Melissa is a sweet, dependable young woman who helps me with personal care (lifting, transferring, hygiene care, dressing, medicine administration, household care, etc.), because I have a physical disability. She handles each task with care, professionalism, and...

Angie L.

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Sariya M.


San Diego, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

The Safe And Fun Sitter

Hired by 37 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sariya and I am 23 years old. I currently work with children with autism, providing resources and support for families. I am fully independent with my own transportation. Safe and clean driving record. I have a strong love and passion for children as I plan on making it my career. I have experience in ABA therapy...
Sariya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"My daughter loved Sariya! She played many board games with her and made her so happy."

Lianne O.

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Nancy S.


La Mesa, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider for Special Needs

I have two grown sons with autism. Besides raising special needs children, I have cared for other children and adults with various special needs. I also work with elderly people with visual impairments, stroke, diabetes and other challenges.
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Catherine T.


San Diego, CA

$18-40/hr14 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: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I've enjoyed working with Catherine during my relocation and beyond. She was very loyal and calm with us during our stressful moving process and I was always able to count on her to show up and respond to my messages. She's now helping us with sitting while my...

Kent W.

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Ariel R.


San Diego, CA

$25-40/hr3 yrs exp

Patient, Tender Female Great With People Of Special Needs Of All Ages!

I've worked with Special Needs children through my church who has a group for Special Needs children; and I've also worked with them as a best friend of mine is a caretaker of a fellow with down syndrome and some mental retardation. Through the plethora of memories built with children in these two settings I have come to love as...
5.0
"Ariel is a brilliant young lady whose words line up with her actions. I have seen her grow so much over the last eight years that I'm am blown away. I am proud to know this young lady and can't wait to see her next accomplishments that await her."

Eric B.

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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, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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Chastity H.


Lemon Grove, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Who Enjoys Making Children Smile.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Chastity and I am interested in babysitting for you. I am 48yrs old, single and I am a substitute preschool teacher. I have been working with children for the past 25years. I have experience working with children of all ages including infants, toddlers and special needs. I currently volunteer at my church as a...
5.0
"Chastity was great! We were really in a jam and she worked out for us at the last minute. She answered our messages promptly, was early for her shift, and did a good job with our infant and six-year-old. We would definitely hire her again! "

Jessica L.

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Pamela F.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Pamela, I studied Child Development at Universidade Vale do Acarau and Portuguese and English at Universidade Federal do Ceara (in Brazil), I was a teacher for young kids and special needs there. I have +10 years of teaching experience and 16 years of experience taking care of kids, specialized in infants and...
Pamela can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Pam worked for our family for about 1.5 years. She is patient, kind, and creative. She taught our son a second language; some of his first words were in Portuguese! Most importantly, Pam loves our son and cares for him like he is her own. We remain good friends and...

Jessie L.

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Osiris G.


Chula Vista, CA

$17-25/hr13 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Osiris I'm 36 years old, mother of two kids, my daughter is 4 years old and my son with autism is 10 years old. I speak fluent Spanish and a little bit of English. For several years I have worked taking care of children and I am currently registered with ARCC Center Respite agency and Navy Respite (caring...
Osiris can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Osiris is very patient and responsible, she have a lot of experience with autistic kids, she is caring and clean, very punctual. She been taking care of my kid almost a year and I'm very satisfied."

Sandra P.

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in National City, CA

Daylin N.

5.0

Daylin is such a great nanny/babysitter for our 1 year old and 3 year old. She took such great care of them. The kids love her! She taught my 1 year old so much. She loves reading books to them. Now my 1 year old is always coming up to me with a book in her hands to read. Daylin also did things I...

- Candice C.

Alexa R.

5.0

She was great! On time, comfortable, kids loved her, and kept us updated on how the night was going! We will definitely ask her to help us in the future with more date nights! We highly recommend her!

- Michelle M.

Rosa H.

5.0

Rochy was the primary nanny for our 2.5 year old daughter since she was 4 months. She came to really be part of our family and we all loved her so much! She would work with us to arrange time for breast feeding. Once our daughter was older she fed her meals and snacks, and overall she always ate...

- Amanda O.

Jessica G.

5.0

I have known Jess for long time and she is awesome. My son loves hanging out with her. She is responsible and reliable and very kind. She knows how to work with little ones and does a great job engaging with them. My older daughter loves her too. I am so grateful that I have someone as wonderful...

- Care member

Leanora S.

5.0

Lea sits for us on frequent date nights and the girls love her! My daughters are 5 and 4 and behave very well when "Miss Lea" is around. She enjoys bringing crafts and art supplies when she visits and we always look forward to having her sit for us. Highly recommended!

- Andrea M.

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