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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in San Clemente, CA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in San Clemente, CA

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Brenda L.


Murrieta, CA

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Brenda and I'm 43 years old , I have 20 years of experience as a caregiver/ babysitter, I'm vaccinated and I have work with special needs children and adults .
5.0
"I love Brenda with all my heart. She is fun, passionate, a hard worker, and does a wonderful job! I would hire her or someone just like her a thousand times"

Kim A.

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Brianna R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Born To Be A Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I was a full time nanny for four years and am now a special needs educator and have been for the past four years while continuing to babysit for families on occasion. I have experienced just about anything you could throw at me. I love taking the kids to the park, pool, and...
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brianna is great. She has a positive and bubbly attitude, takes direction really well and is amazing with kids. My son LOVES her. I would absolutely recommend Brianna."

Ellie Z.

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Jenny W.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time

Hi..... I have been a child care provider for 22 years as well as a senior care provider for 8 years. I have worked with children with Asperger's as well as mild autism, OCD and anxiety and I have wonderful references. Special needs to me just means extra special care and being there to help with those extra tough days.
5.0
"Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for so long. Over the three years where Jenny was a...

Greg O.

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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$28/hr8 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Teresa E.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr

Part Time Help Available .........

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!!!
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Janice H.


Oceanside, CA

$30-46/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver For All Types Of Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 57yr old who has retired from working with doctors for 30 years. I began working as a house manager for a large family, handling many daily needs, which include: shopping, meal preparation, driving, organizing, cleaning, pet care, and everything that each day brought. When that job ended, I began my next adventure as a...
5.0
"Janice was an integral part of our daily lives. We initially hired her to prepare healthy meals and soon found that she was willing and capable of doing anything to help our family. She cared for our 2 yr old daughter with special needs, ran errands, grocery...

lillian J.

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Sheila S.


Oceanside, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Aunty Of 37 Nieces & Nephews

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Raised my great nephew from 3 weeks to 8 yrs old. Experienced in all facets of care giving. Newborns, toddlers, children, elderly, special needs & developmentally disabled. Have lived in Oceanside 46 yrs Own my home, reliable transportation. Live scanned-Background checked & fingerprints on file. Negative T. B Covid...
Sheila can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sheila has been a wonderful addition to our family over the last year. She has shown up on time each day, never called off and has been so flexible! We are moving to a new city and are so sad to lose her! She has been wonderful with our 16 month old son and 3 year...

Michael S.

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Chennel V.


Lake Elsinore, CA

$17-50/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there ! My name is Chennel. CPR Certified Caregiver & (HCA). I am patient, caring & outgoing! My child care experience expands across all age groups from infants to teens, including special needs. I find so much joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. My experience includes, assisting with a child's personal...
Chennel can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Chennel is incredibly professional - she was always on time and so amazing with our 2yo daughter! Our daughter was comfortable with Chennel from day one due to her kind and genuine personality. We would strongly recommend Chennel as a sitter or nanny for your...

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Kylee B.


Mission Viejo, CA

$21-24/hr9 yrs exp

Hello! I'm an experienced caregiver with 9 years of hands-on experience providing compassionate, reliable, and personalized care. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, which allows me to better understand and meet the emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs of those I care for. Throughout my career, I have worked with...
Kylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kylee is kind, sweet, nurturing, maternal and compassionate. My kids love her! I have a special needs 7 year old who requires a lot of care she also comes with medical issues but Kylee is so great with her and my daughters love her. My toddler and Kylee are best...

Irene M.

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Suzanne S.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Professional Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 2 profiles. 1 for CHILDCARE and 1 for SPECIAL NEEDS. Please see my RECOMMENDATIONS and 5 Star Rating from my 3 PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS on Care. com on my childcare page. Ty! My son is now 27 years old and was diagnosed with Autism when he was 3 years old. He is an Aspie. He attended special day classes full time for five...
5.0
"Suzanne is an amazing extension of our family. She has taken care of my two small children (newborn and 1.5 year old to present) and is so great at managing multiple kids. She constantly keeps both kids at different stages and ages entertained and learning. On top...

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Guadalupe H.


Laguna Beach, CA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

I love what I do and I have a lot of patience for people. I loving giving my clients the opportunity to make their own decisions but in safe way. I like to make them feel good and encourage them. I'm very outgoing and like the outdoors .
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Brenda B.


Temecula, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Professional With 20-Years Experience - Trustline Verified

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Brenda! I'm COVID Vaccinated, a mother of three adult children, lover of dogs, enjoy cooking and an expert childcare provider. I have more than 20-years experience caring for children ages newborn and up. My experience includes caring for multi-child families and children with special needs. I hope to join a family as a...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Brenda is so kind and fun! Our family is lucky to have her. She is always open to doing creative things with our little one from baking, playing in water, and all the crafts! I love that she keeps him engaged, follows his lead when appropriate and is always willing...

Lindsay L.

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Maria F.


Oceanside, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Is A Very Rewarding Job!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Having had six children of my own and had worked with special needs children at a school setting gives me the confidence and patience to work with children from infancy thru older years. I have my CPR/first certification.
Maria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Maria is a gem. She cared for my children with love and treated them like her own."

Bobbi P.

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Ina C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$20-25/hr10 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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.

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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$24/hr2 yrs exp

Today Is A Good Day For Someone To Care.

I'd describe my personality as loyal sensitive responsible I like caring for seniors because I think they need to feel that people are here for them and they are not alone. I'm looking for a job that I can help others and make their day a little easier knowing someone can help when needed I started caring for seniors...
Aileen can also help with: Dementia, transportation, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Aileen was a pleasure have as a caretaker: she is enthusiastic, creative and engaged."

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Kasey L.


Oceanside, CA

$32-40/hr5 yrs exp

Devoted, Joyful Caregiver

Hello! My name is Kasey. I am 25 years old and I play a very hands on, active, positive role in all the littles that I care for. I have 5+ years of experience in childcare such as caring for children, preparing and cooking meals 3x a day, light house keeping, and creating a stimulating, nurturing, and safe environment for kids...
Kasey can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kasey was very responsive and easy to speak with. She interacted well with our children in our (social distanced) in person interview. While we did hire someone else, she is someone I would recommend for consideration for childcare."

Christina C.

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Claudia G.


Lake Forest, CA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Mom, Boy Mom, Preschool Teacher Aid, Special Needs

I have 10+ years of experience. I am a mom of 2 boys, now ages 10 & 12. Currently working part-time as a teacher aide for preschool age children with special needs. I assist with supervising/assisting with preschool curriculum/activities, lunch/recess periods, potty training & diaper changing. I enjoy having fun with kiddos,...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jackie M.


Oceanside, CA

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had 30+ years of experience with children. I'm a retired teacher with lots of energy and a love for children. I have a heart for children with special needs and hold 2 credentials in special education. Fun and laughter make the days enjoyable. Safety is very important. Your children will be treated like my own. I look...
Jackie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jazmin E.


Fallbrook, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Administrator/Paraprofessional Educator/ Caregiver

I have over 15 years of experience as a caregiver of all ages - Bachelors in Sociology Special needs & behavioral RBT experience Administrator -adult residential care (10years) Administration-Residential care for the 2021-current Elderly(pending)
Jazmin can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Clemente, CA

Brenda L.

5.0

I love Brenda with all my heart. She is fun, passionate, a hard worker, and does a wonderful job! I would hire her or someone just like her a thousand times

- Kim A.

Brianna R.

5.0

Brianna is great. She has a positive and bubbly attitude, takes direction really well and is amazing with kids. My son LOVES her. I would absolutely recommend Brianna.

- Ellie Z.

Jenny W.

5.0

Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for so long. Over the three years where Jenny was a daily part of our family, she...

- Greg O.

Janice H.

5.0

Janice is the best always early, dependable, joy filled, exceptional worker

- Joann G.

Sheila S.

5.0

Sheila has been a wonderful addition to our family over the last year. She has shown up on time each day, never called off and has been so flexible! We are moving to a new city and are so sad to lose her! She has been wonderful with our 16 month old son and 3 year old daughter. She is calm and...

- Michael S.

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

Average Rating4.2 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in San Clemente, CA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.