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357 special needs caregivers are listed in San Diego, CA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of September 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in San Diego, CA

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Gabriela O.


San Diego, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Responsable Loving Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hello, I am a 43-year-old fun, active, caring, loving nanny that loves outdoors, crafts and be silly. I have three kids of my own (9, 21, 26-year-old) I've been a nanny for over 24 years. I have experience with kids of all ages, newborns(at night time too)toddlers, school age kids, twins, kids with special needs and I also have...
Gabriela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gaby was our nanny for 5 years and I cannot think of a single bad thing about her. Nor do I think we could have found a better nanny. She’s lovely, smart, always thinks ahead, was safe, fun, and creative. She made it a point to teach and explain things to our...

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Gnyja M.


San Diego, CA

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Gnyja but I find it easier to call me Gigi if I had to describe myself in two words it would be very patient and outgoing I have been working with kids of all age groups I've mainly worked with kids with special needs and absolutely loved it I'm also going to school to become a behavioral analyst and trying to...
Gnyja can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Professional and caring. Highly recommend. She handled my four kids easily and I appreciate it so much! "

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Lois K.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Available

4.4

(7)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Looking for a loving family. Experience with special needs children, newborns, infants, and toddlers - including twins and triplets. I am CPR/First Aid Certified with a great driving record. I am reliable, flexible, a pro at potty training, willing to do overnights, and can travel if needed, as well as open to family errands. I...
Lois can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"As a mom of a 10 year old and 5 year old, I have greatly appreciated Lois over the past 5 years. She started helping us when our youngest was first born and throughout the pandemic. She has been very responsible, reliable and a pleasure to be around. Her...

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Allison T.


San Diego, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Let's Go Outside, Do Crafts, Play And Learn!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Allison and I have what it takes to be your child's best nanny! Experience includes: many years of babysitting, work with special needs children in a group home setting, and after school nannying with transportation duties, meal prep and homework help. I also worked as a part-time naturalist for two years with the...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Allison while on vacation in Joshua Tree to look after our and our friends' 2 year old daughters. Allison was punctual, connected with the kids and texted us with an update while we were out. We would hire Allison again. "

Yann M.

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Paige D.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Full-Time/ Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

HI! I love working with children and nurturing their growth academically, athletically, and creatively! My hours of availability are very flexible and I have my own car for transportation. I have extensive experience working with children of many different ages and in different capacities; * Camp counselor (over seeing 15...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Paige is a responsible, fun, empathetic caregiver with years of experience watching kiddos. Highly recommend her for all your babysitting needs!"

Carly A.

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Kara K.


San Diego, CA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Loving Fun And Caring Sitter

I have worked as a teachers assistant in San Diego city schools and the San Diego Community College District for years. I speak English and Spanish and can communicate with children and adults of all ages. I enjoy spending time reading, swimming, taking walks, and playing with kids. I have experience in working with the disabled...
Kara can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great with kids. She has been helping out with my daughter for almost nine years now. She babysat when she was a small child and still helps me out getting and picking her up from school. Kara is wonderful and my daughter loves her too."

Gene P.

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Megan C.


San Diego, CA

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Caring And Attentive Babysitter!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Megan. I am 31 years old and I live in the Hillcrest area of San Diego. I have a Bachelor's degree in Spanish and Psychology and am currently in a Master's of Social Work program at SDSU and I am interning at an elementary school. I have worked with children for many years in a variety of jobs. I worked as an...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ellaine G.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr6 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am Ellaine. I am 29 yrs old. I live in National City, CA. I've been a babysitter for 3 years, respite care provider for children with disability for 2 years, ABA therapist for 2 years, and have experience working with children with special needs for 3 years. I have may Bachelors degree in Psychology, has an adult and...
Ellaine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"I interviewed Ellaine for a nanny position with my family. She was punctual, polite and she seems to really love kids. I ultimately hired a nanny that I already knew, but I would definitely keep her in mind for the future."

Crystal D.

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Michelle C.


San Diego, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Michelle. I studied Psychology at UCSB. I am passionate about exercise, food, and travel. I am the eldest of four girls. I have worked with children professionally since 2008. I have been: live-in, live-out nanny, full-time, part-time, occasional, and one-time. I have experience caring for newborns, twins, teenagers...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Really great - she managed to get our fussy 2 year old to bed without any issues. Very sweet and personable. We'll definitely hire her again."

Graeme S.

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Marlene M.


San Diego, CA

$20-35/hr9 yrs exp

Caring, Compassionate, With Patience

I'm patient and have great respect for seniors. I've cared for several seniors while residing in Minnesota. One couple in particular required transportation, bookkeeping, house cleaning, meal prep, bathing, transferring to and from beds, shopping and errands. This job lasted 1. 5 years until this wonderful couple passed away, 1...
Marlene can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, transportation, meal prep, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Marlene has been a companion and care giver for my handicapped husband for about 3 months. She is very caring, helpful, hardworking and pleasant person to be with. I recommend Marlene highly."

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Ely E.


San Diego, CA

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant Of 18 Years Looking For Part Time Or Full Time Work.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with seniors for 18 years now. I'm punctual, caring, hard working and am ready to work with your loved one. I've worked with children with special needs, and the senior community. I have excellent references and experiences that can contribute to me working with your loved one. My experience includes the...
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Ely is AMAZING!!!!!!!! She has been helping with my 82 year old dad for a couple of months! She is a very hard worker- goes above and beyond expectations! She is kind and patient. Dependable. Punctual! And HONEST! She comes highly +++ recommend!"

Cathy J.

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Shirley D.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Being A Care Giver Is Not Just An Experience But A Loving Heart To Care For The Elderly

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I really love taking care for a senior., child care and special needs.. is not a just a job but a passion and dedication to take care of the person who needs more care love and compassion. Im very caring and loving person.
Shirley can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Hi! I'm Mady. I'm currently in the process of trying to renew my CPR certification. Other than that, I am not certified in any medical area. However, I have cared for my bed ridden mother since I was 10 years old. I've helped administer medications orally, intravenously, and via injection. I am really just ready to learn...
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Meghan M.


San Diego, CA

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have taken courses in students with disabilities and autism spectrum disorder. I also worked at a school for children with special needs for one year. I continue to work with children with varying needs and support them and their learning.
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Jennifer S.


San Diego, CA

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

I am a full-time graduate student at Immaculata University obtaining my masters and certification in Elementary/Special Education. Prior to returning to school I worked in the financial industry for 14 years. I have all of my child abuse and criminal clearances for student teaching. I love children and am very excited about my...
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Diana R.


San Diego, CA

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Awesome Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! My name is Diana and I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. I have experience with autism developmental delay, dementia and more. I am a very honest, patient, caring, clean, responsible and punctual caregiver. I am wiling to do laundry, errands, medication administration, take clients to doctor's appointments, light...
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Christine C.


San Diego, CA

$14-18/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi! I am Christine. I am a middle school teacher (7th grade English) finishing out my first year. I have 5+ years of experience with children and I have studied Psychology and Early Childhood Development in college. I nannied for a child with special needs for 2 years, before I moved. He is a wonderful kid and friend. I know how...
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Annie D.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

I am a local mom of 2 and live in the Carmel Mountain Ranch/Poway area. I have degrees in Child Development and Nursing. I also have a child with Level 1 Autism. I would love to help as a companion for children and adults with special needs.
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Sara C.


San Diego, CA

$20-40/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

I have experience caring for my old grandpa who passed away. I am passionate about finding a job helping special needs clients so I can not only care for them but also be their best friend. Im a outgoing, bubbly, kind and caring college student (age 23) and willing to learn more with every job I take.
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Carly L.


San Diego, CA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion/Caretaker

I am a friendly, 29-year-old female living in San Diego with a passion for helping others. I studied Communication Disorders in college at the undergraduate level, and Speech-Language Pathology at the graduate level (degree in progress). My experience ranges widely across medical care, speech/language therapy, behavioral...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Diego, CA

Gabriela O.

5.0

Gaby is a wonderful and extremely rare gem. She is the most loving, caring, and professional nanny that you will find. She took care of our baby boy before starting a full-time role (although we wish she could stay forever!). Gaby shines at everything she does, she is always punctual, reliable,...

- Sarah M.

Gnyja M.

5.0

Gigi was very attentive and interactive with my son. He had nothing but good things to say about her the next day. Looking forward to hiring again.

- Andre M.

Lois K.

5.0

Lois was excellent with my two girls - she was always on time if not early to appointments, had a great attitude and provided a lot of fun activities for the girls. They were with their previous nanny since they were born, so we thought the transition would be difficult, but Lois handled it like a...

- Tina L.

Allison T.

5.0

We hired Allison while on vacation in Joshua Tree to look after our and our friends' 2 year old daughters. Allison was punctual, connected with the kids and texted us with an update while we were out. We would hire Allison again.

- Yann M.

Paige D.

5.0

Paige was absolutely fantastic watching our kids while we were out of town! We are so lucky we came across her profile on care.com as we will absolutely be hiring her again next time we have to leave!

- Abbott P.

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in San Diego, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 146 reviews of the 357 listed special needs caregivers.