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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 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...
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...
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...
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, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Emma, and I'm 25 years old. I grew up in a very large family, and being the oldest of 14 grand children has given me plenty of experience taking care of little ones, in every shape and form.
I am currently a Para Educator for a local high school, where I directly work with students who have mild to moderate special...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Violeta C.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, errands, hospice services & 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: Transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning
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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & 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...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tamara :) I'm 28 & a law student, available for date nights/weekends! I have babysat for the past nine years, and have experience providing support for families with special needs kids (autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy). I have experience with all ages, including newborns as young as two weeks. I...
Tamara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Maddie G.
Irvine, CA
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
Fun And Loving Childcare Provider With Over 8 Years Of Experience.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was born and raised in Washington State and I am new to Orange County. I have experience with all ages of kids including infants. I attended a performing arts college in Corona and through this school I have had many opportunities to travel the world working with over 5, 000 children, including places like Japan, Germany,...
Maddie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie is trustworthy, kind, compassionate, attentive and my children adore her. My husband and I highly recommend her! Maddie always has fun and creative activities to do with the kids-whether at home or making a trip to the park she always brought fun and warmth."
Care member
Ina C.
Laguna Niguel, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver For Children With Special Needs
5.0
(2)
I have been a preschool teacher before going to college. I recently worked with ABA Therapy with children on the Autism Spectrum. I have been an aide in middle school with learning disabilities. My social work experience has been with a foster care agency and outpatient psychiatric hospital.
My real experience has been being a...
Ina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ina was wonderful with our 2 year old boy and 4-month old girl. She was right on time/a little early, thoughtful, considerate, and anticipated what needed to be done before we had to ask. (E.g., our baby started crying right after our toddler started, and while I...
Karen 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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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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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
Maddie G.
5.0
Maddie is a must hire. She goes above and beyond when it comes to caring for those she is responsible for. I have used her for both daytime and overnight care for my five children and was beyond pleased with the level of care. Not only were their physical needs met, but they were emotionally cared...
- Care member
Ina C.
5.0
Ina was wonderful with our 2 year old boy and 4-month old girl. She was right on time/a little early, thoughtful, considerate, and anticipated what needed to be done before we had to ask. (E.g., our baby started crying right after our toddler started, and while I was trying to comfort our toddler...
- Karen C.
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.
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