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333 special needs caregivers are listed in San Diego, CA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in San Diego, CA

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Jacqueline C.


San Diego, CA

$18-26/hr6 yrs exp

CNA / Caregiver

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I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Blood Sugar Testing. I can assist residents with there basic activities of daily living. Colostomy changing.
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Julia K.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr

Empathetic Caretaker

Hello! I have experience taking care of young children aged 3-15 for the past 10 years. I enjoy bonding and seeing how children can grow into beautiful beings over time with love and care. I also taught English in Thailand in 2017 to 2019. I've always been interested in helping children and adults with disabilities and I am...
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Ellaine G.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Hi! I am an ABA therapist during weekdays and I am looking for an occasional/weekend sitting position. I have worked with children diagnosed with autism from ages 6-22yrs old. I have previously worked in a school for kids with autism as well, mainly in a non-verbal 11-14yrs old age group. I an knowledgeable with modified sign...
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Kenny T.


San Diego, CA

$27-50/hr6 yrs exp

I have been working in health for 6 years. I currently work as a metal health clinician for youth diagnosed with Autism, cognitive disabilities, and other developmental disabilities.
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Mikayla L.


San Diego, CA

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Creative, Gentle And Therapeutic Support!

Hi there! I specialize in autism and ADHD supportive services. I have four years of experience working with children and families as a counselor in a mental health setting, especially children with high support needs or disabilities. I currently work part time in special education and part time as a coach, and I am a trainee in...
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Ashlyn J.


San Diego, CA

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

I have had the opportunity to care for children with special needs in professional and personal environments. I worked one on one with children with Muscular Dystrophy, ADD/ADHD, Autism, as well as children with an array of conventioneers and developmental delays. I have done so in clinical and in private settings.
I have worked with kids with ASD for over 3 years, I have decided to take a break from doing therapy but still love to work with this demographic. I am a very involved caregiver- I will always be playing and engaging the kiddos. I have experience with SPD, seizures, children who engage in self injury aggression and PICA.
I am currently a resident assistant at Hearthstone (Fairhaven) in Whitewater for elderly dementia patients! I also have had experience working with children with autism as an autism technician. Over the summer I also cared for a patient in their home with Parkinson's disease and another patient who had multiple sclerosis. I...
Hi, I'm Marielle, a 23-year-old pre-nursing student with a rich background in caregiving. I started babysitting in high school (graduated 2019) and in 2020, began caring for elders with mental and physical disabilities. By 2021, I expanded my skills to include caregiving for children and young adults (ages 3-18) with similar...
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Fernando R.


San Diego, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Driver

My name is Fernando . I am Brazilian , married , father of a 8-year-old girl and an almost 5 years old boy . I've been working as a driver for more than 7 years . I drove for 5 years (carrying special kids) until the pandemic. After the pandemic I have only been doing private rides.
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Renee K.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with students with various ability levels from preschool to adult. I have worked in homes, in school settings and within the community to support individuals with disabilities. I have been teaching, and currently am, as an intervention specialist for the past 6 years in a moderate/severe setting working with...
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Heather F.


San Diego, CA

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Education Specialist, Mild/Mod

Over 20 years teaching elementary students with special needs, such as ASD, speech/language Impairments, specific learning disabilities, ADHD, emotional disturbances, and intellectual disabilities. My specialty is ASD and I have worked as an Autism Consultant for a school district. I also worked in a private clinic for a little...
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Paula S.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

Nurse Assitant

Im a dedicated and patience nurse assitant with experience with more then 3 years in diferent areas of care such as geriatric, Hospice and through assistance in living services with young adults with disabilities. I have a kid with Autism and I'm only be able to work for a couple hours a week cause I take care of him as a...
Hi, I'm a Certified Nurse Assistant, I have an active Basic life support certificate, I worked for the San Ysidro School District as a nurse assistant for a little bit more than a year, I loved working with special education kids, I am familiar with AAC devices, I also speak Spanish, and know basic sign language.
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Brianna O.


San Diego, CA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Baby Sitter/pet Sitter/house Watcher

I am a full time student in a Community College for nursing! I have plenty of experience with children of all ages and am willing to work towards any goals you may have! If you have any questions feel free to ask!
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Michele L.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! Thank you for reading my bio! I'm from California. I've worked in the San Diego Unified School District for 22 years in special education. I currently work in a group home for adults with IDD. I'm patient, kind, and love to listen with a positive attitude. Supporting others is more than just a service for me!
I'm a BT with experience working with kids on the spectrum. Familiar and comfortable with making accommodations to fit your family's needs!
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Cecilia R.


San Diego, CA

$35-38/hr10 yrs exp

Happy To Help

Patient , loving and professional caregiver and Montessori educator . Experience and training in special needs kids .
I have taken care of seniors or elders before. I used to take care of my grandmother and my mother. I love helping anyone of any age with any needed help. I am available the hours needed I do have a second job but I am willing to negotiate my other job if finding a well enough job! I'm glad for the opportunity and would love to...
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Traci B.


San Diego, CA

$30-50/hr8 yrs exp

LPN

I have had experience as a nurse working in Rehab, psych, pediatrics, geriatrics, and hospice.

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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 108 reviews of the 333 listed special needs caregivers.