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Hailey W.


Trabuco Canyon, CA

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

College Graduate, Special Needs Caregiver With 7 Years Experience

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Hi there, I'm Hailey, a caregiver with seven years of experience working with special needs children, teens and families. I find working with children to be incredibly rewarding! I've spent seven years gaining experience caring for newborns, toddlers, children and teens in various roles from babysitting to full time nannying. My...
Hi my name is Daisy, I've helped families get through tough times. I love to help in the process of getting a lifestyle going. I know its difficult when you only can do so much that you need assistance. I jump in any where you need me to so I can give you a sense of relief that you arent alone. I'm very outgoing, compassionate,...
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Victoria W.


Trabuco Canyon, CA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Teacher/caregiver

I have had the privilege to work with children who have had another way of procession information. Some of this children have ADD, Operational defiance disorder and autism. Recently I have been working with a young girl who is autistic. I started working with her since she was 18 months, she now is 4 years old. I have been learn...
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Jennifer S.


Trabuco Canyon, CA

$25-70/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Teacher Loves To Cook With Kids! Great With Special Needs And Infants!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 45 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping, tutoring, pet care, house manager, cooking meals, cleaning. Mom of 4 who I homeschooled all 4 and they are in college now so I have lots of free time. I can do over nights if needed. I love reading, singing, doing crafts, cooking with kids and playing...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

My entire life I have been a caretaker. I raised my own special needs child (now adult) and cared for my father after a brain aneurysm. My heart and soul is children, seniors, special needs populations and pets! There is literally nothing I cannot do or handle.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I've had six years of experience with babysitting, and three years experience of specifically sitting for children/younger teens with extreme cerebral palsy. I am an engaging and empathetic sitter, and because of my experience, I understand the special needs and care that children with cerebral palsy must receive. I also...
Hello! My name is Faith and I have just started working in senior care this year. While I may be relatively new to this experience, I have experience in many other similar fields such as disability/special needs care and childcare. I have been professionally trained in senior care responsibilities such as: - Personal/hygiene...
Faith can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Lela M.


Irvine, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Smiles 'n Cuddles

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Care. com families! My name is Lela. I have 25+ years experience working with children ages 0-18 years of age. I have worked in a school setting as well as in private homes. I started as a lifeguard and swim instructor in high school. I then worked as a teacher with special needs children for 7 years. While working in the...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Trustline Certified

5.0
"I strongly recommend Lela and we certainly look forward to having her here again. The first day on the job Lela and my 4 month old son immediately took to each other. As first-time parents, she was so helpful, and the first thing she helped us improve upon was...

Kobea B.

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Laura L.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$24-26/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For Children

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am a Mom of two wonderful children, ages 22 and 20. Over the years I have been a Nanny for many different families. I have worked as a Swim Instructor teaching children with Autism and Special Needs to swim. I have volunteered at the Shea Center for therapeutic riding and at my children's preschool and elementary school when...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Laura is the most wonderful nanny to our 15 month year old. She has been with us for the last 10 months and couldn't have asked for a better person to help take care of our daughter. She is patient, kind and extremely thoughtful. My husband and I both work from...

Lauren H.

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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter Available Weekends And Some Weekdays

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Recent graduate student. However, I had many years of taking care of special needs since my sister is special needs. I was also the leader of the children's department at my church where I was responsible for helping and teaching them various skills they needed in school. throughout my life, I have been part of various outreach...
Marina can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her as I trust her 100 percent with both my kids....

Tiffany S.

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Rachael W.


Irvine, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 31 years old and have 18 years of childcare experience as a nanny and sitter. I have worked with children newborn to 18 years from multiple families. My experience includes special needs care. I am friendly, responsible, and reliable. I love pets, but am allergic to cats. I am happy to help with date nights and occasional...
Rachael can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rachael is caring, attentive, intelligent, honest, creative, detail-oriented, responsible, clean, kind, gentle, and organized."

Gigi M.

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Jorgie C.


Lake Forest, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Some of my experience comes from nannying and babysitting for many families in the Los Angeles area. 2018 to 2024 I nannied for five different families. My rolls entailed pick up's and drop off's from school, transportation to karate lessons, therapy, dr. appointments, gymnastics, tutoring, the zoo, museums, the beach, play...
Jorgie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"What can I say other than WOW! Jorgie was a gift from God to our family. As others have noted; she has such a calm & unique demeanor within all that she does. She knows how to bring peace to chaotic situations and handled all that my family threw at her with such...

Sharon H.

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Anna V.


Corona, CA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Anna I'm a CPR first aid certified ; never smoke , has my own transportation, very honest, respectful , energetic, puntual , I have all my background checks clear , I also work for corona Norco school district , very trustable person, been working with regular and special-needs children's for 6 years; very...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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 27 & a law student, available for date nights/weekends this summer! 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...
Tamara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Aileen

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Looking for part time Monday-Friday. I currently work with children and have years of experience at a school with children with special needs. I'm very loyal, patient, and kind. I have experience with health and fitness so I'm very active.
Aileen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is extremely thoughtful and loving! She is: Trustworthy, Efficient, loyal, dependable, honest, hard working, & multitasking is her...

Care member

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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$27-50/hr6 yrs exp

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.
5.0
"I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a...

Shannon F.

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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: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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

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Rocio F.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I've had 20 years of experience of being a nanny / babysitter. My recent job I taking care 2 boys and 1 girl. My other recent job I take care 2. Boys 1 has special need. He has an autism. . I am fun and outgoing person! I enjoy working with kids and being part of their school activities. I also have a daughter who's 26years old,...
5.0
"Not only is she my mom, but is an awesome person to take care of kids! She has 15 years experience working with kids and has helped parents with date nights, prepping meals, homework/projects, and transportation. She speaks 3 languages, English and Spanish and...

Scarlett G.

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Jennifer R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am one of the happiest people you will ever meet. :) I love helping people. I am a Christian and I love God! I have 2 grown children that are doing exceptionally well and I am very proud of. I am a non smoker and do not drink. Certified in adult, children, infant CPR current with First Aid too! I...
5.0
"Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman. "

Jennifer L.

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Christina W.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Active, Fun And Trustworthy Nanny:)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Christina and I'm a professional nanny looking for reliable, trustworthy, active and fun families. I'm open to "as needed" care along with date nights, part time, overnights, short and long term care. I'm looking to build lasting relationships with families that want to grow together. A bit about me, I'm patient,...
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
" Christina is amazing! Highly dependable and has an amazing energy with kids. "

Robin W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Trabuco Canyon, CA

Lela M.

5.0

I strongly recommend Lela and we certainly look forward to having her here again. The first day on the job Lela and my 4 month old son immediately took to each other. As first-time parents, she was so helpful, and the first thing she helped us improve upon was his feeding schedule as she quickly...

- Kobea B.

Laura L.

5.0

Laura provided a lovely environment for our 8 month old baby full of singing and play. We appreciate her calm energy and caring demeanor.

- Katie Q.

Marina B.

5.0

Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her as I trust her 100 percent with both my kids. She has been a blessing.

- Tiffany S.

Rachael W.

5.0

Rachel is so wonderful and I would recommend her to anyone. She absolutely goes up and beyond your expectations and left my house sparking clean after taking wonderful care of my child!

- Sierra T.

Jorgie C.

5.0

In the nine months we have spent with Jorgie, she has truly become a part of our family. I don’t think I could ever possibly say enough wonderful things about her, but here is my best attempt…. As a first time mom, I was EXTREMELY anxious about returning to work and entrusting another person to...

- Care member

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