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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Poway, CA

The average posted rate is $30/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Poway, CA

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Jessica E.


Poway, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

4.6

(11)

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Jessica and I am 34 years old. I am an EMT and work in the emergency department as a Tech. I am in the Respiratory therapy program and graduate next year! Once I graduate, I want to work in the NICU or labor and delivery. I am also a CPR and first aid instructor. I have experience with new born to teens. I have...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"First Time getting a nanny and Jessica just made me feel comfortable and okay leaving the kids. She is sweet and professional. Would definitely hire again. "

Ruth E.

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Jayson P.


Poway, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

RN Of 18 Years At Your Service

Hello, My name is Jayson, and I'm a registered nurse here in San Diego, CA. I have over 20 years of experience as an RN and many years of experience as a caregiver prior to that. I've served as a nurse and I'm fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. I'm able-bodied, comfortable with lifting/turning, and I'm very...
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Monique B.


Poway, CA

$25-36/hr3 yrs exp

Behavorial Coach

Dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Coach and Behavioral Technician in training (training complete 3/20/25) with over three years of in-home experience supporting children on the autism spectrum and those with special needs. Proven expertise in implementing behavior analysis principles, fostering emotional regulation, and...
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Jess E.


Poway, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

A Tad-bit About Me...

I'd describe my personality as kind, direct and patient I like caring for people with neurodiverse abilities because we fit like a perfect puzzle I'm looking for a job that is meaningful and builds skills for us both to live more fulfilled lives. I started caring for people with neurodivergent abilities when I started...
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Carol S.


Poway, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! I worked as a residential manager and supervisor for almost 10 yrs in PA with adults and seniors and children with developmental disabilities. I worked directly with the patients in the group homes where they resided. Also I have over 20 yrs experience doing in home care with children and young adults and seniors with...
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Madeline H.


Poway, CA

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter, Nanny, Cleaner, Marry Poppins

I am a college student in San Diego and love working with kiddos in my free time! I am currently the assistant director of a preshcool serving kiddos ages 6 weeks-5 years! I have worked in a daycare facility for 2+ years creating experience with children ages 3 months-12 years and special needs kids. I have also been a full...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Monique B.


Poway, CA

$35/hr3 yrs exp

As a natural-born caregiver, I have always been passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. With three years of experience in childcare, I am patient, calm, and creative, and I strive to provide a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn and thrive. I have a strong understanding of early child...
Monique can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Faith G.


Poway, CA

$28/hr3 yrs exp

Hi there! I am Faith I have worked as a birth and postpartum doula for the past three years and have been an unofficial nanny/sitter to many friends and family for the past five years. I adore birth work to my core, however I am transitioning into nanny work in hopes of a more consistent schedule. I am confident caring for...
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Lois K.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Available

4.4

(7)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Looking for a loving family. Experience with special needs children, newborns, infants, and toddlers - including twins and triplets. I am CPR/First Aid Certified with a great driving record. I am reliable, flexible, a pro at potty training, willing to do overnights, and can travel if needed, as well as open to family errands. I...
Lois can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lois was excellent with my two girls - she was always on time if not early to appointments, had a great attitude and provided a lot of fun activities for the girls. They were with their previous nanny since they were born, so we thought the transition would be...

Tina L.

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Rachel R.


San Diego, CA

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachel I am 36 years old and I have 6 years experience caring after small children including infants, toddlers, pre-teen and children with special needs. I take direction well should there be any specifics with care. I'm dependable, I enjoy engaging with the kids, I'm CPR certified, and take every precaution to...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Rachel is a fantastic person with a great personality and appreciation for kids. She is one of those unicorns that you don't find often and nowadays an additional member of the family. Reliable, trustworthy and with a great demeanor. I would not hesitate to hire...

Raul F.

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Jacqueline M.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny\ Short Term House\pet Sitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My lifelong goal has always been to be wife and a mother. One of my favorite parts is the personal connection I get to create with a family and the children. My dream is to find a "forever family" to grow with and stay with for the long term! I have cared for many multiple kid families, infant, and children with special needs!...
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nanny Jacqueline has taken wonderful care of our baby from the time he was six weeks old to the present. On occasion, she has watched all three of our boys (who are a handful!) and has done so with patience, grace and creativity. She is also great with dogs,...

Danielle B.

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Erika Z.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter

Hi! I have over 15 years of experience working professionally with kids. I worked as a licensed speech/language therapist assistant for over 10 years. I worked with preschool to middle school. I worked in a health clinic, private practice and schools. I'm bilingual Spanish/English. I'm a mom to a now 16-year-old boy with special...
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Erika has been watching my 2 rambunctious boys for a few weeks now. She is absolutely wonderful, she plans activities for them, takes them to the park and treats them great. Also, her communication is great and she's been super reliable. Thanks, erika!"

Samantha D.

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Tyler H.


Escondido, CA

$26/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Tyler, a registered behavioral therapist with 5+ years of experience specializing in special needs children, typically moderate/severe. With degrees from UCLA in Education and SDSU in Autism Specialization, I'm well-equipped to handle any challenge. I prioritize creating environments where a child's individualism can...
Tyler can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Tyler has been nanny for my 8 year old daughter, L for almost a year. I run my own business full time, so it has been such a blessing having Tyler to help our family. L loves spending time with Tyler & I can tell she feels very comfortable and safe around her....

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Rachel O.


Escondido, CA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a military wife looking for a nanny/babysitting job! I come from a family of 7 so growing up there were 5 of us kids. I have 2, much younger than me sisters, who I grew up taking care of a majority of the time while my parents worked. I also have a with a brother who has Aspergers so I have experience with special...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Dog friendly, very personable, punctual. Will do activities and spends an exorbitant amount of one on one time with your children. Goes out of her way for anyone."

Brittany A.

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Cynthia G.


Escondido, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Loving Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving mom who has raised four children. I am also a grandmother of four. I have been a Teacher's Helper, a Camp Counselor, and a tutor and a mentor to many children in my life. All children are a treasure and a gift! I really love kids and I taught ballet for many years to children. I raised a special needs child and she...
Cynthia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cindy is great with my two year old twins. She has become a surrogate grandma to them. My house is always clean when I get home from work and my children are fed. Cindy is a great person and has become part of the family."

Lindsey E.

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Ismat A.


Escondido, CA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello there, My name is Ismat but most would call me, Amy. I live in Poway and I have 29 years worth of experience as a nanny. I have worked with children of all ages from newborns and twins, to teenagers and children with disabilities. Plus, I do sleep training for babies to put them in comfortable schedules for their parents....
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Kelli M.


San Diego, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have babysat since I was 12 yrs old and am now 30. I enjoy working with kids. It was my main job until I graduated from college. I am currently in between jobs while I make a career change, and am glad to be back in childcare part-time for now. I have worked at a day care, but mostly worked in family homes. I have worked an...
Kelli can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kelli is great! She is everything we look for in a caregiver to our kids. She was cordial, patient, interactive, detail oriented and had no problem sticking to our schedule. We have a 2yo and 5yo whom she helped with meal prep, dinner and bedtime routine. The kids...

Jessica T.

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Shirley D.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Being A Care Giver Is Not Just An Experience But A Loving Heart To Care For The Elderly

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I really love taking care for a senior., child care and special needs.. is not a just a job but a passion and dedication to take care of the person who needs more care love and compassion. Im very caring and loving person.
Shirley can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Kelley E.


Escondido, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

A Very Special Needs Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I had an in-home family daycare for four years and my step-sister also had an in-home family daycare at her home. We worked together and I would bring my daycare children (with the parents permission) to her home every week. The children had a great time together. We had a special needs little boy who worked well with the other...
5.0
"Kelley is absolutely great! She tends to every need and makes every visit comfortable and helpful."

Daniel P.

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Aline V.


Escondido, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Aline. I'm A Nanny. I'm A Pretty Cool Gal, That Loves To Skate, Watch Sunsets & Photography

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hi parents! I'm Aline. I'm a nanny/babysitter. Located in Escondido(92029) willing to travel for the right family. I'm currently looking for FULL TIME (35-40 hrs) OR PART TIME 2/3 days a week Available now, for evenings/weekends/morning helps. $20 an hour is my desired pay May negotiate for the right fit. -Here's are my...
Aline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"She's a good communicator. She showed up early which was awesome, so we had time to get to know each other a little before I left. And she sent updates and pictures which I really loved too"

Genava T.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Poway, CA

Jessica E.

5.0

First Time getting a nanny and Jessica just made me feel comfortable and okay leaving the kids. She is sweet and professional. Would definitely hire again.

- Ruth E.

Lois K.

5.0

Lois was excellent with my two girls - she was always on time if not early to appointments, had a great attitude and provided a lot of fun activities for the girls. They were with their previous nanny since they were born, so we thought the transition would be difficult, but Lois handled it like a...

- Tina L.

Rachel R.

5.0

Rachel is amazing! She primarily works with my 18-month-old son and also works with my 3-year-old son (who has a speech delay) on occasion. They clearly adore her and light up the second they see her. She keeps them engaged with fun activities and is so great with them. She also straightens up the...

- Juliana C.

Jacqueline M.

5.0

I interviewed Jacqueline for a nanny position for our infant. I interviewed her both over the phone and in person and she was prepared each time. I was very impressed by her! It is obvious that she is passionate about this career. Although we went in a different direction, I think she would be...

- Irene M.

Erika Z.

5.0

Erika has been watching my 2 rambunctious boys for a few weeks now. She is absolutely wonderful, she plans activities for them, takes them to the park and treats them great. Also, her communication is great and she's been super reliable. Thanks, erika!

- Samantha D.

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

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Poway, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.