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Find special needs caregivers in Santa Ana, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Santa Ana, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Santa Ana, CA

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Evelin S.


Santa Ana, CA

$18-50/hr7 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Evelin. I really love working with children. I currently work at an elementary school with special need children. I have worked with various type of children. I have worked with children that have different challenges and require different type of assistance. Currently, I care for students that need diaper...
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Minh Tu N.


Santa Ana, CA

$18-35/hr3 yrs exp

Cares

Hi! I'm Jenny Nguyen. I have care for both infants to elderly through my previous works! I hope we are able to match and be a good fit!
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Beth C.


Santa Ana, CA

$40-45/hr7 yrs exp

Beth C.- Excellent Caretaker

First off I have a huge compassionate heart with a longing to serve those around me. I'm a genuine, thoughtful caretaker whose desire is to bring a smile to those I work with. I have had experience with caring for ADD, ADHD, Down syndrome, MS, Asthma, Autism, Developmental delays, Diabetes, dyslexia, as well as many different...
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Rita C.


Santa Ana, CA

$21/hr3 yrs exp

I Love Working With All Aged Kids. I Have Experience Working With Special Needs Kids!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, calming, and fun! I like working with kids because kids remind me that we can't take life too seriously. Working with kids brings me energy and so much life. I started working with kids 7 years ago. I have experience with the littles and the teens and everything in between! In my spare...
Rita can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kimberly H.


Santa Ana, CA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Home Away From Home - Full-Time Child Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

HOME AWAY FROM HOME Hi! I am a stay-at-home mom who has been providing loving child care from my home for 25 years! I provide nurturing, safe and reliable care for infants and toddlers in a small group environment (max3) I have many local references and I have experience with newborns, special needs, twins, digestive...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Evelin S.


Santa Ana, CA

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

I really love working with children. I currently work at an elementary school with special need children. I care for students that need diaper change, require feeding and need help with most day to day tasks. I enjoy taking care of children and playing with them so babysitting has always been a fun side job for me to do. When I...
Evelin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Milika A.


Santa Ana, CA

$37-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi my name is Milika and I am an experienced nanny offering reliable and loving childcare services. With 10 years of hands-on experience, I specialize in creating safe, nurturing, and engaging environments for children of all ages and needs Over 10+ years of experience proving exceptional care for children ranging from 3...
Milika can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Dyelle D.


Santa Ana, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Reliable Babysitter

Hello, I'm 40 years old. I specialize in preventing child death from drowning. I feel comfortable working with children of various ages, I have experience with children with T21 (down syndrome) and I am also the mother of a baby with T21. I am open to caring for autistic children or other special needs. I am a calm, loving and...
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Lupita G.


Santa Ana, CA

$17-30/hr11 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children of all ages. My journey into caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to connect with children and positively impact their...
Lupita can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have 7 years in child care. I am a psychology student finishing my Associate this June. I'm am also a student at Dallas University where I'm pursuing bachelor in Nursing. I have experience with special need children. I am reliable, loving, hardworking, fun and physically fit.
Florence can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kathlyn G.


Santa Ana, CA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I am passionate about caring for children and helping them thrive. With four years of experience of working with the school district with special needs children, having two children of my own (5 and 2 years old), I have had the privilege of positively impacting the lives of...
Kathlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Deysi C.


Santa Ana, CA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hello Thank You For Checking My Profile.

Hello I have worked with children for more than 8 years. I have experience with montessori and traditional education. Im also experienced in ABA therapy working with special needs children. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Deysi can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Havi T.


Santa Ana, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Patterns Behavior - Orange County, CA September 2016 current -Work as behavior therapist for children with special needs. -Utilize the most effective, evidence-based strategies and teaching methodologies to help special needs children. -Teach special needs children basic self-help needs and other activities of daily living...
Havi can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Minh Tu N.


Santa Ana, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Graduated From UCSD With A BA In Business Psychology And Global Health!

I'm 23 and currently residing in Orange County! I graduated from UCSD in 2022 with a BS in Business Psychology and a minor in Global Health. I started working with special need kids since I was in high school! Throughout college, I've worked with babies in the OBGYN department of the hospital I volunteered at. Since 2021 and...
Minh Tu can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Rosa R.


Santa Ana, CA

$28-35/hr7 yrs exp

Sparkling Minds

I have been working with children for more than 10 years. Currently, I work for a school district. I have a bachelor in communicative disorder from Cal State Fullerton. When taking care children, I treat them as if they were mine. I like to have activities that enrich their minds. During my free time, I like to work in my garden...
Rosa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a caring and patient individual with experience as a babysitter and two years as an au pair for children with special needs. My role is to ensure that the children are safe, happy, and well taken care of. I assist with daily activities, focus on their well-being, and adapt my approach to their specific needs. Thanks to my...
Rosalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
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Ivy E.


Santa Ana, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hihi! I'm Ivy! I have been working with youth for 9 years now in multiple settings. I truly love working with them, and approach each youth as an individual who I get to help grow! I will absolutely do my best to ensure I can provide a safe environment while also making it a fun environment! I have been working with children...
Ivy can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Nancy S.


Santa Ana, CA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Loving Nanny With Years Of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Nancy, and I have been taking care of children for the past eight years. My experience involves being a babysitter, nanny, special needs caregiver, live-in nanny, and daycare instructor, working with children ages 0-14 years old. I also volunteer at my local private school' s daycare and have been there for the...
Nancy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Elena A.


Santa Ana, CA

$17-18/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Care Giver

My name is Elena A, I worked with students with disabilities (medically fragile) for 15 years where I gained the experience of senior care and medical procedures such as g tube feeding, medicine admin, catheterization traquea suction, etc please give me the opportunity to expand my knowledge helping people with special needs.
Elena can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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English H.


Santa Ana, CA

$22-26/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Breanna. I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with experience providing care to seniors, adults, and children, both with and without special needs for over 10 years. My efficiency, reliability, and kindness allow me to create a supportive environment where individuals feel safe and valued. I'd describe...
English can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, home modification & more

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Ratings for Santa Ana, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Santa Ana, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.