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Find special needs caregivers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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Ruiz M.


San Juan Capistrano, CA

$18-23/hr • 6 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Ruiz, and I am a dedicated caregiver with 6 years of experience and a degree in Psychology. My educational background has provided me with a deep understanding of behavioral health and developmental needs, which I incorporate into my caregiving practices. Over the years, I have had the privilege of supporting...
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Haley V.


Lake Forest, CA

$25-40/hr

Compassionate Caregiver, Petsitter, And Childcare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Haley. I am a loving and compassionate caregiver, petsitter, and childcare provider looking to help where I am needed, and make a difference in the lives of everyone I meet. I have experience working with children, seniors, and adults with special needs. Volunteering with my city, I have over 6 years of...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Natalie A.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$17-18/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

My name is Natalie, I am 25 years old and I am currently going to school to get my degree in psychology. My career goal is to work with people with special needs. I am energetic, patient and loving. I have been an official caregiver for about 7 years now, but I have helped raise my younger family members since as long as I can...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Wendy D.


Mission Viejo, CA

$14-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Private Caregiver

I'd describe my personality as caring, honest and dependable I like caring for seniors because it's extremely rewarding. I enjoy sharing my experience, knowledge and love with seniors and their families to help them navigate the difficult aging process. I'm looking for a job that allows me to devote my passion and skills to...
Wendy can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Scotlynn S.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Scotlynn. I have been professionally babysitting/nannying for 5 years. But my experience doesn't stop there. I am oldest of 9 cousins. Therefore I have been the built-in babysitter since a very young age. That made me very maternal and creative. I am CPR certified and First-Aid trained. I have experience with...
Scotlynn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$28/hr • 8 yrs exp

Law Student - Occasional Sitter/Tutor

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: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Haley V.


Lake Forest, CA

$25-40/hr • 1 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver, Petsitter, And Childcare Provider.

Hello, my name is Haley. I am a loving and compassionate caregiver, petsitter, and childcare provider looking to help where I am needed, and make a difference in the lives' of everyone I meet. I have experience working with children, seniors, and adults with special needs. Volunteering with my city, I have over 6 years of...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, personal care, companionship, errands & more
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Sara T.


Laguna Hills, CA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun, Interactive, Play Based Learning

My name is Sara and I have over 10 years of experience taking care of children from newborns to ages 12. I am a very nurturing, responsible and a fun loving nanny. I enjoy teaching children new things through play and activities and giving them the space to freely express themselves and be curious about the world around them...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Maddie G.


Irvine, CA

$23/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Childcare Provider With Over 8 Years Of Experience.

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

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Danielle G.


Irvine, CA

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Behavior Tutor / MFT Student

I have been working with children and adolescents with special needs going on two years now. I have done in-home ABA therapy, as well as school district tutoring. I am currently a Marriage and Family Therapist student and have just begun my practicum. That is why I am looking for part-time work Thursdays-Sundays. I am super...
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Ina C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

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

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Emily D.


Silverado, CA

$17/hr • 1 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Sitter!

Hi! My name is Emily and I'm available for baby sitting and part time nannying. I've been around children my whole life but I began working with special needs children and adults last year through a respite company and I loved it! I realized I needed to pursue a career in this field so I recently landed a position working as a...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi my name is Daisy, I've helped families get through tough times. I love to help in the process of getting a lifestyle going. I know its difficult when you only can do so much that you need assistance. I jump in any where you need me to so I can give you a sense of relief that you arent alone. I'm very outgoing, compassionate,...
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Jasmin M.


Irvine, CA

$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

I became a caregiver because I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. Hence why I'm pursuing an occupational therapy masters degree working with children with special needs. I believe in supporting families by providing a safe, reliable, and nurturing childcare option. I am a patient, calm, creative,...
Areas of Expertise As a caregiver, I have a diverse set of skills that allow me to provide comprehensive care to my patients. Some of my areas of expertise include: Personal care: I am trained in assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Medication management: I have experience in administering...
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Madison R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello! I have been working in a special education program at an elementary school for the past 4 years. I have my bachelors degree in behavioral health science and am starting my masters in August. I currently work at an elementary school in Lexington and would love to tutor after school or over the weekend. Feel free to reach...
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Sophia G.


Lake Forest, CA

$22-36/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello!! My name is Sophia. I am the oldest of five and have been babysitting since I was 10 years old. It started with siblings, and then over time, I began to help family members and family friends. I also have experience in babysitting children with Special needs. My youngest brother that is now 6, is on the spectrum, so I...
Sophia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
I have been watching kids since I was 14, including special needs. I have helped care for both my grandparents as well as the grandparents of the kids I have cared for. I love helping people, and I especially love being around seniors; they have amazing stories and are so fun to talk to! I am first aid and CPR certified and have...
Breanna can also help with: Respite care, personal care, companionship, live-in home care, mobility assistance, dementia & more
My name is Kenzie and I am a senior at MVHS. I have had lots of experience working with special needs weather it be at dance with the special needs team or at school with the unified pe class! Once I am done with high school I hope to get my degree in special education/general education and become a special needs teacher! I...
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Colleen P.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$17-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

An Irish Spring.

I am a devoted wife and a mother to three grown daughters. Currently I am a Resource Aide at the middle school level for students with IEPs. I am trained in ABA, Autism, Down Syndrome, ADD/ADHD and most behavioral issues, seizure management, EPI pens and CPR. I have also been a Hospice volunteer and was a Girl Scout leader for...

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