Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Riverside, CA
We have 60 special needs caregivers in Riverside, CA! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
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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
Brittany K.
Riverside, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative Caregiver With Heart For Every Childs Unique Journey!
5.0
(1)
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...
Ayna C.
Riverside, CA
$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
Bonnie T.
Riverside, CA
$22-37/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(5)
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Very friendly and responsable! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & 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!"
Care member
5.0
(5)
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melina was great! I needed last minute care for my 2 year old son and she came through. She was enthusiastic and my son had a great time. Will definitely be hiring again!"
Care member
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Although I didn't hire Maritza (through no fault of her own), she was extremely communicative and accommodating. I can't speak as to how she might be as a babysitter, but she will be great at following up and responding in a prompt manner.
Good luck on all your...
Eunice H.
5.0
(5)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & 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.
5.0
(4)
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: Visiting physician, respite care, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
5.0
"Maricel was wonderful with our loved one with Alzheimer's. She was kind, loving, helpful and dependable. Maricel has a true gift for care giving. We hired her for a vacation relief position and if we had a full time position available Maricel would be our first...
Lorri H.
I love what I do have a passion working with Special needs. Ask me I'd love to tell you all about me
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...
Arieanna C.
Riverside, CA
$17-22/hr
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...
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...
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...
Samiya H.
Riverside, CA
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Samiya and I have 10 years 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...
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.
Rachel is 24 years old and has dedicated her life to early childhood intervention and providing goal based childcare. She volunteered at elderly homes and hospitals as a young adult, and after graduating highschool became a full time care provider for children with disabilities such as autism and severe intellectual...
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.
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...
Hello! I'm Mauricea, and I'm excited to share that I will graduate with a degree in sociology on December 13. My education has fueled my passion for understanding human behavior and fostering well-being, especially for children and older adults.
I believe every person has incredible strengths and potential. My goal is to...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Riverside, CA
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
Very friendly and responsable!
- Care member
Alyssa R.
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!
- 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.
Ki Q.
5.0
Although I didn't hire Maritza (through no fault of her own), she was extremely communicative and accommodating. I can't speak as to how she might be as a babysitter, but she will be great at following up and responding in a prompt manner.
Good luck on all your endeavors, Maritza!
- Eunice H.
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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 33 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.