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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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!!!
Hi, My name is Therese and I have been a resident and homeowner of Rancho Santa Margarita for the past 24 years. I am a loving, patient single mother 3 amazing children, ages 16, 19, and 22. I was a stay-at-home mom for 16 years. I loved this role of nurturing and caring for my children on a daily basis. My two older children...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rivka and I am very interested in this job opportunity. I have a lifetime experience caring for children, growing up with three younger siblings I helped raise. I also have experience working in a preschool, a day camp, an after school program, and as a nanny as well, and am coming up on my third year as a...
I'm a positive and energetic single mother of twins. My son is typical, and my daughter has Down syndrome. I love kids. I love teaching moments, and I truly believe it starts at home. Recently, I've been busy raising my kiddos; however, now that they are older, I am looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing what...
Priscilla P.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$19-24/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Priscilla! I am currently a Junior in college studying biology and pre-vet medicine. I do have experience working with infant, youth, teens, and adults with special needs. All of my high school I was a involved in all things Special Olympics and had the opportunity to represent SoCal as a youth leader and helped...
Julie T.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked with special needs children for 15+ years.
Retired RN with extensive experience with special needs children (Down Syndrome) and Elder care (Post-stroke, post-surgery, dementia, companion care) available for part-time work.
I have worked for several years as a professional care giver ranging from preschool through young adult. I have vast experience working with children as well as special needs in an individual and group setting, as well as a wide variety of after school programming.
Rivka can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Julie T.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked with children for over 25 years. I have worked with special needs children in the school setting for over 15 years and I am currently a school-based Speech Language Pathologist. I am available any time from January 1st to 12th, as I am on winter break at my job. I am a mom of two boys. Three words that I can best...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Stephanie B.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Kind Hearted And Reliable To Care For Your Kiddos!
I'd describe my personality as motivated, kind hearted, and patient.
I like working with kids because creating a relationship with kids and see them grow and learn as we play or whatever it is, being able to see kids express themselves is really fulfilling.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible with my education, and a job...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have babysat/Nannied for nine years now. I love children and have background in caring for children with special needs. I am very experienced with children in all age groups. I can also cook, clean and do laundry. I am currently a Student at college
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi I am a teacher looking for a nanny position for this summer from June 24th-August 2nd I would love find something close to home.
Qualifications:
From September-mid June I am a TK/Kindergarten teacher at a private Christian School. I have been teaching there for the last 2 years and before that I was a Program Director for a...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
First Aid
Violeta C.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Violeta! (: I am a babysitter/nanny located in Southern California. I have 4+ years experience working with children. I have worked with newborns, toddlers, children, as well as children and pre teens with special needs. I've worked in homes as well as in a more professional school environment. I absolutely love working...
Violeta can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Leah P.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a teacher looking for a nanny position for this summer from mid June- mid Aug or helping a family with an aging parent or grandparent or both. I live in RSM and I would love find something close to home.
From Sept-mid June I am a TK/Kinder teacher at a private School. I have been teaching there for the last 2 years and...
Leah can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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...
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Rachael W.
Irvine, CA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My Kids LOVE Rachael, and so do I! She is so kind, gentle, and loving with each of them, and they all have so much fun playing and adventuring with her. She always asking them good questions and helping them grow! Rachael is also excellent with following directions...
Lauren C.
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: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
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.
4.8
(52)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely LOVE children/kids and animals! About me: I am kind, loving, patient, empathetic, great disposition, fun, energetic and outgoing! I love the beach, walking, hiking, music, reading, boating, traveling and amusements parks! I live in Laguna Niguel. I am married, have three sons and three beautiful grandsons! I have a...
Carri can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was looking for someone with a lot of experience as my child's first sitter. Carri is so loving, sweet, warm, and incredibly generous. She loves my baby like her own grand baby and I know he's in capable hands with her. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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
Rachael W.
5.0
Rachel is so wonderful and I would recommend her to anyone. She absolutely goes up and beyond your expectations and left my house sparking clean after taking wonderful care of my child!
- Sierra T.
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.
Marina B.
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 family member with special needs, she...
- Shannon F.
Carri C.
5.0
I recently adopted a rescue dog, William, and had to travel out of town for a weekend. It had only been 6 weeks since the adoption and I was not comfortable leaving William alone. I'm an overbearing dog dad to a fault, and worry about my furry family members when I am a way from them.
Carri was...
- Care member
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