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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Valley Center, CA
The average rate is $16/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Valley Center, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sophie and I am a Special Ed teacher in Poway! I am great with children and have worked with special needs children my whole life. I can do any task you need me to do such as cooking or cleaning. I have a passion for teaching and love to be around children and hopefully make a positive impact in their lives!
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophie is AMAZING!!! She is currently working for me part-time/4 days a week for the summer until she returns to school. I would highly recommend her to anyone/everyone!! She's caring, sweet, trustworthy and dependable my son is so happy to hang out with her. No...
Priscilla C.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Mother of one son with special needs, he's now 28. I have years of experience caring for my son and others. I care for adults and children of all ages. I provide loving care and fun activities, crafts, reading, meals, homework and whatever you desire for your precious children! I enjoy pets and have a Labrador. I personally...
Ronda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She's amazing!!! My kids adore her and she shows such compassion and a genuine love for her work."
Gruffydd D.
5.0
(1)
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, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Ashley! I'm a 27-year-old nanny and house manager with 14 years of experience in taking care of children of all ages. I've worked for so many wonderful families over the years, as well as taking care of date nights, last minute bookings, and special needs care. I also have my CPR and First Aid certifications. I...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"If I could give 5 million stars I would. Ashley has not only been amazing to our 1 year old son, she has become part of my family. Punctual, experienced and loving. The only reason I no longer have her full time is because I lost my job. She still watches my little...
Christina M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Mary. I am a energetic, caring, fun-loving nanny with a love for kids. Allowing children to grow, explore and learn! As a nanny I have many years of experience from infants to preteens along with children with special accommodations such as dangerous food allergies to kids with special needs. In addition to being...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a compassionate caregiver who devotes her time and creative ideas to care for children of all ages and any children with special needs. Your child will love having Mary care for them and will have a fun time learning new things."
Cami C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a people person. I love to help
and make people comfortable.
Love children.
I speak English and Spanish fluently.
Memory Care Specialist
Have worked with patients who have
Cancer, Dementia, Special Needs
Diabetes Care,
Stroke Survivors,
Alzheimer's and
companionship.
Have experience with
Bathing and grooming
Feeding and...
Diana can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Diana is very warm, caring, and compassionate. She has been a great addition to my Mom’s care team!"
Care member
4.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My lifelong goal has always been to be wife and a mother. One of my favorite parts is the personal connection I get to create with a family and the children. My dream is to find a "forever family" to grow with and stay with for the long term!
I have cared for many multiple kid families, infant, and children with special needs!...
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I interviewed Jacqueline for a nanny position for our infant. I interviewed her both over the phone and in person and she was prepared each time. I was very impressed by her! It is obvious that she is passionate about this career. Although we went in a different...
Irene M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I just finished my second year of college, working towards a degree in special education. I would love to be selected to care for your children. I have had regular babysitting jobs (several days a week for 4+ hours a day) for the past 6 years, watching anywhere from 1-5 children at a time. I love to interact and play with the...
Brooklyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"From our initial conversation over Care.com, Brooklyn was responsive and easy to communicate with. She was always on time and even when we had last-minute changes in schedule, she was understanding and was able to help us figure out a solution. She was the first...
Nicole S.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I had an in-home family daycare for four years and my step-sister also had an in-home family daycare at her home. We worked together and I would bring my daycare children (with the parents permission) to her home every week. The children had a great time together. We had a special needs little boy who worked well with the other...
5.0
"Kelley is absolutely great! She tends to every need and makes every visit comfortable and helpful."
Daniel P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a young professional who moved to North County San Diego on October 24th 2019. I was born and raised in Twin Cities Minnesota I have worked in home healthcare since I was a senior in High school. I deeply enjoy my work and at the end of the day the pay off for me is more then money. When working with elderly I prefer to...
Alexander can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Responsible, intelligent not pushy, patient, asked about & follows "Routine" already in place. Arrives on time, dependable, drives our vehicle to take son to gym, restaurant, run errands, helps son budget his money to buy at store. Supports son with online school....
Kenneth O.
5.0
(2)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
13 year's experience with Alzheimer's Dementia , patient , HHA license, CPR special training program for DSP ( Special Needs patient ) CNA school . TB test , criminal background, Amazing reference from Patient and family members
Dog friendly
Ewa can also help with: Mobility assistance, home modification, dementia, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ewa and Gosia took care of my mother in the last 2 weeks of her life. I had been caring for her on my own and was stressed and exhausted. They came and everything changed. I had a life back and knew that mom was getting excellent care. They were kind, gentle,...
Sara Z.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated, trustworthy, and hard-working nanny seeking part-time or full time employment supporting a caring family near the city of Berkeley. I am committed to delivering the highest standards in family support, through babysitting, personal care, special needs support, domestic housework, and/or being an indispensable...
Lizandra can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lizandra was referred to me by another twin Mom & I am so lucky to have found her when I did. She helped care for my girls a couple months after our twins were born which was an intense period - made even more so when you already have a 2 year old in the house!...
Petra J.
5.0
(1)
I have worked with all ages in the Skilled Nursing Homes for over 23 years. I'm licensed by the state as an CNA/HHA.
Caitlin R.
Carlsbad, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Loving, Compassionate, Artistic, Positive Caregiver
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am certified in first aid/CPR/AED with infant, children, and Adults. I have 17 years of childcare experience in all areas including Special Needs. I enjoy working with children and watching them develop and grow. I am very engaging and I love to interact with children on their level. Imaginative play, Creativity, Art,...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caitlin was great with our two boys (2 and 6 months). We would definitely hire her again!"
Marc P.
Rachel R.
San Diego, CA
$35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rachel I am 36 years old and I have 6 years experience caring after small children including infants, toddlers, pre-teen and children with special needs. I take direction well should there be any specifics with care. I'm dependable, I enjoy engaging with the kids, I'm CPR certified, and take every precaution to...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Rachel as a nanny to our three children and she was with us for a 5 months (April - August 2021). She has such great energy with the kids and always arrived on time and is very communicative which was absolutely wonderful. She is super positive, imagines...
Ashley B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a young professional who moved to North County San Diego on October 24th 2019. I was born and raised in Twin Cities Minnesota I have worked in home healthcare since I was a senior in High school. I deeply enjoy my work and at the end of the day the pay off for me is more then money. When working with children and young...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a companion and caregiver for the last 10 years off and on. I help seniors stay in their homes. I'm a great help with companionship, cooking, physical assistance, doctor appointments and daily independent living needs. I have one 30yr old son with special needs I raised and now he's in a local group home. I cook,...
Ronda can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Ronda has a sweet disposition and loves to cook!"
Michael O.
Diana A.
Oceanside, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a people person. I love to help
and make people comfortable.
Love children.
I speak English and Spanish fluently.
Have worked with patients who have
Cancer, Dementia, Diabetes Care,
Stroke Survivors, Autism , ALS
Alzheimer's and
companionship.
Memory Care Specialist.
Specialist in loving and positive care.
Help with...
5.0
"Diana is an excellent caregiver! My son diagnosed with autism connected instantly with Diana. She was kind, compassionate and fun. My husband and I highly recommend Diana. "
Care member
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Valley Center, CA
Sophie S.
5.0
Sophie is AMAZING!!! She is currently working for me part-time/4 days a week for the summer until she returns to school. I would highly recommend her to anyone/everyone!! She's caring, sweet, trustworthy and dependable my son is so happy to hang out with her. No worries with her, she's great!!
- Priscilla C.
Ronda U.
5.0
Ronda is a great addition to our family! She helps with the kids and is also willing to help with whatever we need to bring relief and support to our home! Like some light laundry/cooking/errands etc! She goes above and beyond and takes pride in what she does! She's also an excellent cook and loves...
- Samm 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.
Ashley H.
5.0
If I could give 5 million stars I would. Ashley has not only been amazing to our 1 year old son, she has become part of my family. Punctual, experienced and loving. The only reason I no longer have her full time is because I lost my job. She still watches my little ones from time to time and we...
- Christina M.
Mary C.
5.0
She is a compassionate caregiver who devotes her time and creative ideas to care for children of all ages and any children with special needs. Your child will love having Mary care for them and will have a fun time learning new things.
- Cami C.
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