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Find special needs caregivers in Riverside, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Riverside, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Riverside, CA

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Hayes M.


Riverside, CA

$17-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Outgoing Sitter With ABA Training

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm currently looking for a position afternoons (3 p.m. or later) , date nights, and one time jobs. Hi, I have over 7+ yrs. of experience with disabled/special needs infants-adults. My schedule is flexible, so let's discuss what works best for your fam! If time/weather permit, I love making an effort to get outside....
5.0
"I'm so thankful I found Hayes. She's exactly what who I need. My husband is a quadriplegic and I'm his full time caregiver and needed someone to cover his morning bathroom duties so I could get a way for a few days. She listened to all my instructions as I trained...

Keleigh H.

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Ayna C.


Riverside, CA

$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Growing up in a tight-knit family allowed me to care for children at a young age. I have cared for friends and family and I would love to bring my skill set to your family. I have graduated from a community college and posses my CCMA so I have worked in a clinical setting which can aide in emergency. I can help with homework and...
5.0
"Ayna is wonderful. From the moment we met her she was very easy to talk to and came prepared ready to learn how we do things. She takes excellent care of our boys and they love her. We're so grateful to have her with us."

Sari E.

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Brittany K.


Riverside, CA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative Caregiver With Heart For Every Childs Unique Journey!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Brittany! With over 11 years of professional experience working with children and as a mother myself, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a personal touch to caregiving. I have specialized as an Autism Behavior Technician and served as a classroom aide in a life skills classroom. Additionally, I have had the privilege...
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Bonnie T.


Riverside, CA

$22-37/hr • 1 yrs exp

Psychology Masters education. CPR trained. Background check is completed. Looking to work multiple schedules if needed. Very focused and understanding of each unique situation realize everyone is beautiful in their own way.
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Guadalupe M.


Riverside, CA

$35/hr • 3 yrs exp

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I'm an experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with kids stems from my desire to make a positive impact on their lives and to support families. I believe in fostering a creative and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun. I'm...
Guadalupe can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Guadalupe is very dependable, trustworthy and reliable. She is professional and took great care of my son. I feel very comfortable and safe living my son in her care. Highly recommended!"

Eunice A.

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Hayes M.


Riverside, CA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter With Flexible Schedule

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

CURRENTLY RELOCATING TO RIVERSIDE Hi, I have over 7+ yrs. of experience with kiddos from infants-teens in daycare, preschool, and home settings. I love going outside when weather permits and enjoy making art, so expect your child to show you some craft projects! I'm a big fan of getting involved and playing with the children...
Hayes can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Hayes is a wonderful babysitter. She took great care of my baby. I appreciated her interacting with my son so well by playing with him, reading to him, and taking him for a walk. Also, she is reliable and it was easy to communicate with her. We would certainly hire...

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Melina K.


Riverside, CA

$20-24/hr • 7 yrs exp

Mindful Melina

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hey there! My name is Melina (but kiddos like to call me Mina, pronounced Mee-nah) and I have over 7 years of childcare experience. Ranging from the littlest of littles to your teens who want to drive themselves home, I've been lucky enough to work with a wide range of children. I specialize in understanding your child, his or...
Melina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melina is such a blessing and we are so happy to have found her on Care.com. She is so sweet, reliable, punctual and professional. We hired her to care for our two dogs while on vacation. The dogs loved her the minute she walked in! She has also babysat our 2 year...

Ashley G.

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Alyssa R.


Riverside, CA

$19-24/hr • 5 yrs exp

A Natural Born Caretaker

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Alyssa. I am looking to help a family in need of a nanny, date night sitter, homework helper, light house keeping etc. I will be attending California State San Bernadino in the spring to continue my degree in elementary teaching. I absolutely love kids I grew up with 16 cousins. I have a ton of experience with kids...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alyssa was great with our two boys (5&7). They had a great time with her, playing every single board game we owned. She must have the patience of a saint! Be sure to hire her if you are looking!"

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Ki Q.


Riverside, CA

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter, Never A Dull Moment With Me.

3.7

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 8 years of experience. I'm the baby of 4 siblings, so I was an aunt at an early age. I started babysitting my nieces and nephews around middle school, so I learned a lot. I was in an academy in high school, we studied early child development and growth. This experience allowed me to intern in different elementary schools...
Ki can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She's a great positive young girl and my babies loved having her."

Christina C.

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Hannah H.


Riverside, CA

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitter/ Full-Time Summer

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Hannah and I am a Biola University graduate who studied Speech Therapy. I live an active lifestyle as I am currently working as a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant at a special needs school! In my free time I really enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, hiking, serving at church, and doing arts +...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We all love Hannah! She jumps right in and is fully engaged with our girls the entire time she's with us. We feel so lucky to have found her. She remembers the details, and has a lovely positive disposition."

Kathryn J.

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Maricel K.


Riverside, CA

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caregiver For Senior Care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I experienced taking care Alzhiemer, , dementia, short term memory loss elderly, assisting feeding, shower, making meals, laundry, light cleaning, medication reminder/assistant and more!! I used to take care elderly also with dementia but she passed away from stage 4 pancreatic cancer and I used to take care of her for over 3...
Maricel can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, visiting physician, personal care
5.0
"Maricel was wonderful with our loved one with Alzheimer's. She was loving, kind, patient and helpful. We hired her for a vacation relief position. If we had a full time position available Maricel would be our first choice. "

Hans P.

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April T.


Riverside, CA

$18-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Worked With Special Needs

I love what I do have a passion working with Special needs. Ask me I'd love to tell you all about me
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Connie M.


Riverside, CA

$22-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hello, my name is Connie. I have a background in Medical Assisting. I am Certified Nurse Assistant, CPR and First Aid certified. I have had the opportunity to care for several people with conditions including multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer/Dementia and Quadriplegia. I am patient, caring, responsible, trustworthy and can start...
Hi, my name is Arieanna and I have a few of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I'm also CPR and first aid certified, and have experience working with...
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Amari W.


Riverside, CA

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hi, my name is Amari and I have 6 years of caregiving experience, I'm also a C. N. A. and nursing student. My care experience includes geriatric care , neurological and developmental disabilities, post op and rehabilitation care. I've worked in assisted living facilities, with private clients and with agencies I've also worked...
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Melina K.


Riverside, CA

$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Sensitive Sister

Hi! My name is Melina and I'd love to help out with your special needs family member. I understand the difficulties having a family member with certain needs; growing up with a sibling born at 24 weeks gestation, I am familiar with a wide spectrum of mental and health needs. I have also tutored special needs students in middle...
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Beatrice S.


Riverside, CA

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Sitter

I have experience working with kids that have: Autism, ADHD, OCD, ADD, PICA, and Down Syndrome. I have more than 10 years of experience and I have acquired skills that make me proficient in caring for them.
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Cayla C.


Riverside, CA

$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

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Hello, I currently work as an Instructional Assistant for special needs children within Riverside. I have been doing this for about 3 years now and I love what I do. I would describe myself as kind, patient, and ambitious.
Hi, I help out kids with special needs. I used to volunteer at speech pathologist centers, work with kids on the spectrum and those with adhd. I try to adhere to a routine and keep patient and attentive. I love meeting new people and helping kids enjoy playtime!
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Zayna A.


Riverside, CA

$45-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have experience nannying for children with special needs, specifically working with kids who are nonverbal or have OCD. For example, I focused on encouraging communication, whether through words, gestures, or other forms of expression, and practiced patience to help them express their feelings or needs. I always try to...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Riverside, CA

Hayes M.

5.0

I'm so thankful I found Hayes. She's exactly what who I need. My husband is a quadriplegic and I'm his full time caregiver and needed someone to cover his morning bathroom duties so I could get a way for a few days. She listened to all my instructions as I trained her and was open to any direction...

- Keleigh H.

Ayna C.

5.0

Ayna is wonderful. From the moment we met her she was very easy to talk to and came prepared ready to learn how we do things. She takes excellent care of our boys and they love her. We're so grateful to have her with us.

- Sari E.

Guadalupe M.

5.0

Responsible, caring, patient, goes above and beyond.

- Jovita R.

Hayes M.

5.0

Hayes is a wonderful babysitter. She took great care of my baby. I appreciated her interacting with my son so well by playing with him, reading to him, and taking him for a walk. Also, she is reliable and it was easy to communicate with her. We would certainly hire her again.

- Care member

Melina K.

5.0

Melina is such a blessing and we are so happy to have found her on Care.com. She is so sweet, reliable, punctual and professional. We hired her to care for our two dogs while on vacation. The dogs loved her the minute she walked in! She has also babysat our 2 year old son. We look forward to...

- Ashley G.

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Riverside, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 29 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.