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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Orange, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Orange, CA

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Allison H.


Orange, CA

$22-30/hr1 yrs exp

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I am a part-time art professor at CSUF seeking a small caregiving job, to provide both a supplementary income and something to fill my heart. I am passionate about caregiving. I have about 5 years of professional experience with different demographics: childcare, elderly care, and special needs care. I would love to help out...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kimberly L.


Orange, CA

$25-50/hr

Caring Support For Seniors And Individuals With Special Needs

Hello! My name is Kim, and I'm passionate about providing compassionate, attentive care for the elderly. I have experience helping individuals with daily living activities, companionship, and creating a safe, supportive environment. I'm also skilled at assisting individuals with special needs and take pride in tailoring care to...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, transportation, errands
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Maribel A.


Orange, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Positive And Upbeat Person

I have worked with special needs, the elderly, and pets. I have over 20yrs of experience. I absolutely love helping people. They are someone's parents, sister/brother, aunt/uncle, etc., they matter to someone so they matter to me. I'd describe my personality as happy, giving, and positive. I like caring for seniors/special...
Maribel can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Sydney S.


Orange, CA

$17-24/hr1 yrs exp

I'm a current graduate student with a true passion for helping children learn & grow. My creative, friendly approach creates a warm, nurturing environment where children can thrive. I have over a year of experience working & caring for children professionally and 5+ years in a church community. I have a deep understanding of...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Elizabeth P.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Baby Sitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience. I can also work with special needs children since I have experience as a behavior technician. Currently a Early Childhood major at Vanguard University!
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Elizabeth is punctual and reliable. She is so sweet. Our baby fell in love with her right away. She's warm and friendly. Highly recommend her!"

Karla J.

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Grace A.


Santa Ana, CA

$17-22/hr

Experienced CPR Certified Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Grace! I've worked with children ages 4-10 as a behavior technician, I am CPR certified and have work with children with special needs as well. I have a little one at home as well. I am organized and positive, I would love to get to know your little ones!
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Grace is very responsible to our newborn baby. She is self-driven and very familiar with infant duties. Also she is actively doing light housekeeping. We definitely will hire Grace again."

Yun S.

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Jumai B.


Tustin, CA

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Caring For Your Loved Ones

I am here to help your loved one feel comfortable. To make their daily life more enjoyable. My clients are not just clients; they are my friends, and I enjoy seeing them happy.
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Andrea M.


Costa Mesa, CA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With18 Years Of Experience (Newborn- Highschool Age Children)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I'm Andrea & have cared for children and adults for 18 years. I cater to families as a day & overnight nanny during 6-14 hour shifts. I assist with postpartum confinement /quarantine period. I have a decade of experience as a behavioral interventionist in OC school districts. I've nannied for newborns, multiples & children with...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Andrea was excellent and super helpful. I hired her for a few hours every morning for two weeks and a few overnights. She supported me with walking and feeding my dog. She even assisted me in taking him to the vet when he had a severe ear infection. She also helped...

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Carrie F.


Santa Ana, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter, Experience With Special Needs, Avalible For After School Car

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Carrie. I am a part time preschool teacher aid for students with autism. I'm looking to expand my knowledge that I have acquired over 10 years of working in the preschool and care for kids outside of school. I have been a nanny for the past 5 years on top of working at the school. I specialize at managing...
Carrie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Carrie was an amazing nanny to my two children ages 3 & 1. She did arts & crafts, took them to the beach, and just had fun with them. Carrie's experience as a teacher really shined through. Both my children really enjoyed their time with her. I highly recommend...

Alicia L.

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Jumai B.


Tustin, CA

$30-32/hr5 yrs exp

Qualified Travel/ Career Nanny

As a caretaker and nanny, I have a passion for helping families provide the best care for their loved ones. I have extensive experience in providing compassionate care and support to children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. My approach is patient, kind, and respectful, and I always strive to create a safe and...
Jumai can also help with: Meal prep, errands, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jumai is really sweet and amazing. She did a wonderful job taking care of my dad who is super picky about certain caregivers. On top of that, she is super kind, warm, and professional. Often times she even went above and beyond the call of duty. She went out of her...

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Serafina M.


Anaheim, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Reliable, Trustworthy Caregiver

4.0

(4)

My name is Serafina, I am a Highly-dependable professional caregiver with good values, compassionate heart and over 10 years extensive for both adults and children with special needs. I have had experience with ages from 3 months to elderly with Down syndrome, Autism, Adhd, cancer, Alzheimer and more. I am well knowledgeable...
Serafina can also help with: Dementia, home modification, respite care, personal care
5.0
"Sera helped me during my surgery recovery. She was extremely helpful, patient and caring"

Becky M.

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Rachael W.


Irvine, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 31 years old and have 18 years of childcare experience as a nanny and sitter. I have worked with children newborn to 18 years from multiple families. My experience includes special needs care. I am friendly, responsible, and reliable. I love pets, but am allergic to cats. I am happy to help with date nights and occasional...
Rachael can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rachael is caring, attentive, intelligent, honest, creative, detail-oriented, responsible, clean, kind, gentle, and organized."

Gigi M.

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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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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter Available Weekends And Some Weekdays

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:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Farhana A.


Irvine, CA

$25-27/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I am Farhana, I am very patient, a good listener, fluent in several languages, well organized, physical strength, love to be active especially outside in nature, great social skills, lots of experience socializing with people all ages. I have experience with taking care of people different ages suffering from MS (Multiple...
5.0
"I hired Farhana to babysit my 3 years old daughter and she did a great job. She was very punctual and also she is very easy to communicate with. She played with my daughter and kept her busy and entertained all the time. She is very nice and sweet person. I...

Shireen Q.

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Natalia O.


Santa Ana, CA

$26/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Natalia! I have extensive experience working with children of all ages and am passionate about creating a positive, engaging environment. I hold a BA in Psychology, am CPR certified, and have my own car for convenience. Additionally, as an RBT, I've had the privilege of working with children with special...
Natalia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Natalia watched my daughter for about a year in 2022. She was professional, respectful, and most importantly my daughter loved her. My daughter is partially verbal, but Natalia was able to communicate with her using ASL and other ways! I would recommend her for...

Yolanda G.

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Oluwatosin A.


Anaheim, CA

$20-40/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Joy. I have over six years of experience working with special needs children in various capacities that care is needed. This includes autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome. I would describe myself as a compassionate, reliable, hardworking, observant and a patient person.
Oluwatosin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Joy has exceeded all expectations. She is everything you want and need in a caregiver. She is very kind, patient, gentile, and quick to recognize when to be helpful. Joy is a very unique person. She is self motivated and willing to go above and beyond to help....

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Samantha H.


Irvine, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Playmate

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My name is Sami, and I am a 4. 0 college student at Las Positas College. I am currently on my way to becoming an engineering and theatre major! I have been babysitting from age 11, through my family and a client down the street! I have 2 younger brothers, that I've always taken care of, and on top of that I have babysat for...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Sammi is an incredible babysitter for my 3 kids. Thoughtful, great communication, caring and went above and beyond for my family. She is an absolute joy to work with and my children adored her."

Lauren C.

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Nadia H.


Anaheim, CA

$19-23/hr9 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

I have 10+ years of experience and am currently still working in the field of special education and love it. I am very comfortable and capable when it comes to working with special needs personnel. I love taking care seniors:)
5.0
"Nadia is very caring and does her duties very professionally. "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Orange, CA

Elizabeth P.

5.0

Elizabeth is punctual and reliable. She is so sweet. Our baby fell in love with her right away. She's warm and friendly. Highly recommend her!

- Karla J.

Grace A.

5.0

Grace is very responsible to our newborn baby. She is self-driven and very familiar with infant duties. Also she is actively doing light housekeeping. We definitely will hire Grace again.

- Yun S.

Andrea M.

5.0

Andrea was excellent and super helpful. I hired her for a few hours every morning for two weeks and a few overnights. She supported me with walking and feeding my dog. She even assisted me in taking him to the vet when he had a severe ear infection. She also helped with some of his aftercare. My dog...

- Care member

Carrie F.

5.0

Carrie was an amazing nanny to my two children ages 3 & 1. She did arts & crafts, took them to the beach, and just had fun with them. Carrie's experience as a teacher really shined through. Both my children really enjoyed their time with her. I highly recommend Carrie!

- Alicia L.

Jumai B.

5.0

Last summer, Jumai, who goes by the name Mai, took care of our 2-year-old son. We couldn't have been happier with her services. Our son adored her. Every day, Mai would bring toys and play with him before dinner, creating a joyful atmosphere. She would also feed him his meals and put him to bed,...

- Care member

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Orange, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.