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Special needs caregivers in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

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Virginia K.


Rancho Santa Fe, CA

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

After Surgery Care.

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I am a specialist in after surgery care. Knee replacements, hip replacement, facelifts, liposuction, breast augmentation, tummy tucks and more. I will go with you to your pre-op visit, or after surgery the doctors office will call me. At this time I will head to doctors office and pick you up, Drive you to your home or wherever...
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Erika Z.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter

5.0

(2)

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:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Lois is an incredibly kind and reliable nanny! I always trust that the kids are in good hands, and my girls love when Lois comes to play! Lois always seems to have very flexible availability and is willing to stay later or come earlier if requested. She is...

Elli C.

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

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Riley S.


San Marcos, CA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny In North County

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Riley, and i'm a 20-year-old part time college student. I graduated high school in 2022 and live in San Marcos. I have been babysitting on and off for about 5 years now. I've been taking care of kids more consistently since graduation - including the last year with a family that has a 2 and a 3-year-old. the...
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Riley is a responsible caregiver. She worked with our toddlers for about 11 months. Riley develops positive relationships with children, meeting their unique needs. We appreciate the warm care Riley provided!"

Debbie B.

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Gloria M.


Carlsbad, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I work in the Escondido district as a sub in especial needs. I also work in a house of brain injured children taking care of the kids that live there.
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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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...

Irene M.

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Robyn K.


Encinitas, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for over 12 years specializing in infant and toddler care, but have worked with children of all ages. I was employed by the same family for 5 years, until their children started school. I am currently caring for a 2-month-old. I have experience working with special needs children. I am Trustline certified and...
Robyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Robyn was wonderful. She took such great care of my son and daughter when I had a surgery. She caught my son’s ear infection before it got bad and she took him to the doctor and got him on meds before he really showed big signs of an infection. She also organized...

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Alexander M.


San Marcos, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Home Healthcare Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a young professional who moved to North County San Diego on October 24th 2019. I was born and raised in Twin Cities Minnesota I have worked in home healthcare since I was a senior in High school. I deeply enjoy my work and at the end of the day the pay off for me is more then money. When working with children and young...
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Theresa S.


San Diego, CA

$40/hr3 yrs exp

About Me /Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working with kids since I was a kid. I volunteered with special needs children when I was in middle school. I was a temporary live-in nanny in 2016 to help a family while mom was recovering from surgery. I was responsible for three children and we went to the park, baked, and did arts and crafts projects. I was...
Theresa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Theresa is a fabulous nanny! She was great with my son and I highly recommend her!!"

Stephanie E.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Ellie and I have an associate degree in occupational assistant . I have worked with children with special needs at Poway unified school. I live with my family in Rancho Bernado . I have 2 boys on college now . I'm reliable , caring and trustworthy. I'm also CPR certified and passed back ground check .
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Natalie B.


Cardiff by the Sea, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Holistic Nanny Available On Weekday Mornings - CPR & First Aid Certified

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! Are you looking for an experienced nanny to help out part time with your little? I'm Natalie, Nanny and, Postpartum Doula and Infant Care Specialist with a strong focus on holistic childcare. I'm dedicated to working with families who have infants and toddlers, offering support in emotional and social development to...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natalie has a natural gift with how she works with children. She’s warm and kind and was easily able to make my shy children open up. Any time the children are upset she knows exactly how to comfort them and redirect their attention, I never have to worry about...

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Ewa K.


Carlsbad, CA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior care taker!

13 year's experience with Alzheimer's Dementia , patient , HHA license, CPR special training program for DSP ( Special Needs patient ) CNA school . TB test , criminal background, Amazing reference from Patient and family members Dog friendly
Ewa can also help with: Mobility assistance, home modification, hospice services, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"Ewa and Gosia took care of my mother in the last 2 weeks of her life. I had been caring for her on my own and was stressed and exhausted. They came and everything changed. I had a life back and knew that mom was getting excellent care. They were kind, gentle,...

Sara Z.

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Caitlin R.


Carlsbad, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Compassionate, Artistic, Positive Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am certified in first aid/CPR/AED with infant, children, and Adults. I have 17 years of childcare experience in all areas including Special Needs. I enjoy working with children and watching them develop and grow. I am very engaging and I love to interact with children on their level. Imaginative play, Creativity, Art,...
Caitlin can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Caitlin has a parent's understanding of special needs children and an adult child's understanding of parental illness. Clearly, she manages the gamut in-between. Caitlin is thoughtful, honest, direct, and has always displayed age and developmental appropriate care....

Terri W.

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Valentina M.


Encinitas, CA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Valentina's Babysitting Station

Hi _____. In case you are in need of a babysitter i'm available Monday to Friday from 5 p.m. until needed or weekend upon agreed schedule. Feel free to send a text:)! *ABOUT ME* I'd describe my personality as fun, independent, and easy going. I started working with kids since I was in high school. I would occasionally...
Valentina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Very attentive and caring with our baby girl. :)"

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Paige D.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Full-Time/ Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

HI! I love working with children and nurturing their growth academically, athletically, and creatively! My hours of availability are very flexible and I have my own car for transportation. I have extensive experience working with children of many different ages and in different capacities; * Camp counselor (over seeing 15...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Paige is a responsible, fun, empathetic caregiver with years of experience watching kiddos. Highly recommend her for all your babysitting needs!"

Carly A.

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Alexander M.


San Marcos, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Home Healthcare Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a young professional who moved to North County San Diego on October 24th 2019. I was born and raised in Twin Cities Minnesota I have worked in home healthcare since I was a senior in High school. I deeply enjoy my work and at the end of the day the pay off for me is more then money. When working with elderly I prefer to...
Alexander can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Responsible, intelligent not pushy, patient, asked about & follows "Routine" already in place. Arrives on time, dependable, drives our vehicle to take son to gym, restaurant, run errands, helps son budget his money to buy at store. Supports son with online school....

Kenneth O.

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Tanya M.


San Diego, CA

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Looking For A Flexible Part-time Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

2004_2010 on and off baby-sat my basketball coach's children (3 girls ages 12 years old, 7 years old, 1 years old). 2004_2005 I helped coach middle school children boys & girls inner-city basketball. 2014_2015 I nannied for a family that had 2 boys (2 yrs & 7yrs). Taught the oldest to ride a bike & encouraged the little one to...
Tanya can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lana A.


Solana Beach, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time To Full Time Child Care Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Currently I have been working a lot with infants and finding it very rewarding, I have worked as a preschool assistant teacher and have worked in the Carlsbad School District with Autistic & special needs children. I love working with children. I enjoy working with children in the outdoors, creating arts and crafts projects,...
Lana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We love Lana, she is great with G.! Very warm and energetic, totally trust her with our little one."

Julia C.

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Jennifer Z.


Carlsbad, CA

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Mom Looking For Extra Work!

I am a mom of 4 older teenage boys. I have 10 years experience working in elementary education, 2 years in a child care center, and experience with special needs kiddos. I love reading, playing and exercising with kiddos!
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

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.

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.

Riley S.

5.0

Riley was a loving nanny to our 2 boys. She supported us multiple days per week with caregiving and would accompany the family on outings. Our boys trusted Riley and listened to her. She was attentive and responsible. I would recommend her for any opportunity.

- Jordyn M.

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.

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