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60 special needs caregivers are listed in San Marcos, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in San Marcos, CA

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Tyler H.


Escondido, CA

$26/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Tyler, a registered behavioral therapist with 5+ years of experience specializing in special needs children, typically moderate/severe. With degrees from UCLA in Education and SDSU in Autism Specialization, I'm well-equipped to handle any challenge. I prioritize creating environments where a child's individualism can...
Tyler can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"I don't know if I can write a glowing-enough recommendation for Tyler! She is amazing. My son has autism and due to his sometimes significant behaviors and unpredictability around new people, it can be extremely difficult to find someone to watch over him on...

Erin S.

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Jean S.


Oceanside, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Or Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience with children of all ages. I can help you on nights and weekends. I would prefer day shift. I also have experience working with the special needs and the elderly. I am very honest and reliable. I have the vaccine and up to date on my other ones too
Jean can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jean is a wonderful caregiver. She is great with my Special Needs son! Also, Jean is very well organized as far as scheduling goes. She's been flexible when I've needed to make changes and she has gone above and beyond in that regard. What I really love about...

Nicole M.

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Cynthia G.


Escondido, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Loving Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving mom who has raised four children. I am also a grandmother of four. I have been a Teacher's Helper, a Camp Counselor, and a tutor and a mentor to many children in my life. All children are a treasure and a gift! I really love kids and I taught ballet for many years to children. I raised a special needs child and she...
Cynthia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Where can I start? We really lucked out finding Cindy. She instantly connected with our 1 year old boy and they've meshed well together ever since! With her experience in teaching, dance, and having her own children with varying needs, you can tell she really...

Cori N.

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Micaela R.


Oceanside, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher Looking For Evening Nanny Gigs

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have superb references and I am extremely reliable and trustworthy. I can only do late afternoons and evenings since I teach by day. I've taught for 35 years. I have been an after school nanny for past several years. I am also a mother of three grown children. I speak Spanish fluently. I have experience with children of all...
Micaela can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mica quickly became a part of our family. She anticipates needs and is very fast and efficient. She was a joy to have around and was flexible in her role to support us."

Natasha E.

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Rachel O.


Escondido, CA

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a military wife looking for a nanny/babysitting job! I come from a family of 7 so growing up there were 5 of us kids. I have 2, much younger than me sisters, who I grew up taking care of a majority of the time while my parents worked. I also have a with a brother who has Aspergers so I have experience with special...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Dog friendly, very personable, punctual. Will do activities and spends an exorbitant amount of one on one time with your children. Goes out of her way for anyone."

Brittany A.

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Ismat A.


Escondido, CA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello there, My name is Ismat but most would call me, Amy. I live in Poway and I have 29 years worth of experience as a nanny. I have worked with children of all ages from newborns and twins, to teenagers and children with disabilities. Plus, I do sleep training for babies to put them in comfortable schedules for their parents....
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Nancy R.


Escondido, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Fun And Very Reliable.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am ABA trained. Since I was a toddler, I have been helping my mom at her in-home daycare center. Later I was doing childcare while I was in college. I prefer to do hands-on activities rather than T. V. and children thrive when they are active and showered with attention and taken seriously. I don't use bad words or get angry....
5.0
"Such a supportive and caring lovely person! I really appreciate her refreshing personality and demeanor! She's very detailed and does great work, goes above and beyond."

Tina R.

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Alma O.


Vista, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Elderly Care/Special Needs/Kids/Housekeeping

I am an experienced caregiver with senior patients and special needs kids. I'm comfortable changing and bathing people/kids. I can help with cleaning, laundry and cooking. I have my own transportation. My schedule is open Monday-Saturday for morning, day and overnight shifts. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19. I look...
Alma can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
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Sandra Q.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Nurturing Nanny

I have 23+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, including children with special needs. My current schedule is flexible.
Sandra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Christian R.


Escondido, CA

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Senior caregiver

I love helping people. I am a great conversationalist or just an ear to listen when necessary. And I am extremely reliable also like to clean on my down time. Also have experience with special needs children. CPR certified and Behavioral technician certified.
Christian can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

I have 2 kids, 10 and 11 years old. They are only 13 months apart so I can mange the chaos well! I have experience caring with children with different special needs, as well as newborn and infant care.
Jacqueline can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Kathryn Y.


Escondido, CA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kathryn and I am a certified babysitter with the Red Cross. I live with 2 brothers both with special needs. I love kids and I have spent many days helping out in my mothers preschool class. I love music and art and know plenty of fun stuff to do with kids.
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kendell B.


Encinitas, CA

$30-150/hr10 yrs exp

Kid Lover And Fun Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! I'm Kendell, an experienced and nurturing nanny excited to bring a blend of care and creativity to your home. With a genuine passion for fostering children's development and a knack for turning everyday moments into memorable adventures, I'm here to provide a safe, loving, and engaging environment for your little...
Kendell can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Donna M.


Encinitas, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Educator Available For Summer Fun

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Donna! With 13 years of experience in childcare and 7 years working with individuals with special needs, I bring a compassionate and skilled approach to caring for children of all ages. I've served as an instructional assistant in preschool and elementary classrooms, which has deepened my understanding of child...
Donna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Jennifer Z.


Carlsbad, CA

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Mom Looking For Extra Work!

I am a mom of 4 older teenage boys. I have 10 years experience working in elementary education, 2 years in a child care center, and experience with special needs kiddos. I love reading, playing and exercising with kiddos!
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ronda U.


Vista, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Patience, Understanding And Care For Your Special Needs One.

I've had many years caring for my 28 yr old some with profound special needs. I've also worked as a in home health support person. I have clients living in Senior Facilities in need of companionship and extra care, I bridge the gap. I work well with the developmentally disabled and autistic, men and women. I enjoy our special...
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Claire C.


Carlsbad, CA

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently going to school to become an elementary teacher and am minoring in special education. special education has a special place in my heart and I have experience with my brother who has autism.
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Victoria F.


Vista, CA

$21-50/hr7 yrs exp

About Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

-I've been working in childcare for about 7 years. I've been a full time nanny, RBT, respite provider, daycare worker & an occasional sitter! I've worked with children with special needs primarily. -I'm a foster mom & have a biological daughter of my own. -I have been CPR and CPI trained. -I am approved through the San Diego...
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Isabel S.


Carlsbad, CA

$25-28/hr9 yrs exp

Boosted Nanny Or Babysitter Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Isabel. I am 23 years old living in Carlsbad. I've been a babysitter/nanny for about 9 years. Most recently I've been working as an assistant teacher in a childcare program (daycare up until pre-K) where I have gained more experience with various ages and personalities, as well as developing abilities that have...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Valerie A.


Vista, CA

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Experience working with neurodivergent children. Always practicing patience and understanding. Understanding of the importance of ensuring the child feels comfortable and supported.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Marcos, CA

Tyler H.

5.0

I don't know if I can write a glowing-enough recommendation for Tyler! She is amazing. My son has autism and due to his sometimes significant behaviors and unpredictability around new people, it can be extremely difficult to find someone to watch over him on school breaks while I'm at work. Tyler...

- Erin S.

Jean S.

5.0

Jean is a wonderful caregiver. She is great with my Special Needs son! Also, Jean is very well organized as far as scheduling goes. She's been flexible when I've needed to make changes and she has gone above and beyond in that regard. What I really love about Jean is that she is so kind-hearted...

- Nicole M.

Cynthia G.

5.0

Cindy worked for us for two years. During that time, she picked our kids up from school every day and took them to various activities including dance, sports and lessons. In addition, she would help with family tasks such as grocery shopping, making dinner, laundry and ironing. She even took care...

- Kimberly R.

Micaela R.

5.0

Mica quickly became a part of our family. She anticipates needs and is very fast and efficient. She was a joy to have around and was flexible in her role to support us.

- Natasha E.

Rachel O.

5.0

Dog friendly, very personable, punctual. Will do activities and spends an exorbitant amount of one on one time with your children. Goes out of her way for anyone.

- Brittany A.

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

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in San Marcos, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.