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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Downey, CA
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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10 years as an Early Childhood Teacher. 6 years as Behavioral Interventionist. AA. Degree In Speech Pathology. BA. Degree:Child Development and Family Studies. 2 years experience working in a moderate/servere school location with LAUSD. Experience working with children with Autism, CP, learning disabilities, and Other. English,...
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5.0
Highly qualified, punctual and professional! I'm very pleased with the way my daughter is responding to her reading.
Reviewed by Breana T.
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I have over 8 years of experience with newborns/infants (0-6 months); toddlers(1-5) and children (10-12). I've worked with different families in the LA area. I am very responsible and committed to my job and responsibility when caring for children. I also work part-time as a Physician Assistant finishing my Master's degree in a...
Recent review:
5.0
Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation.
Reviewed by Jorge E.
Diana A.
Downey, CA
$21/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi there! I love working with children. I graduated with my degree in child and family studies at CSULB, so I have learned a lot about kids. My relatives would have me babysit there toddlers and I would be active with the kids. They always left my house satisfied . I have volunteered for three years at St. Joseph's school and...
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Hello! I am new to Care. com but I am not new to work with special needs.
From past experience I have worked at a non-profit that works with adults with special needs who seek employment. This job allowed me to understand them on a deeper level while even working through some of their challenges.
As for a more recent job, I...
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I have worked with a teenage boy with epilepsy and the learning challenges that he faces as well as helping his learn social behavior. The feeling when he remembers something or shows advancement in his progress is irreplaceable- so rewarding.
Cynthia Z.
Downey, CA
$18-23/hr
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Personal experience with grandson and nephew in the spectrum. Awareness of communication, reciprocal social interaction and behaviors that are restricted and repetitive in nature. Experience in common treatments such as behavior therapy, speech-language therapy, play-based therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and...
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I am currently a Special Education Elementary Teacher who works with Deaf/Hard of Hearing students. I am in my 24th year of teaching and have taught Preschool up to 6th grade. I have had students in the past that have had Cerebral Palsy, intellectual delays, facial paralysis, severe allergies, and a couple that have had G-tubes...
Valerie O.
Downey, CA
$30-40/hr
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I have experience with ABA therapy, in home and in a structured setting and excelled as a Senior Behavior Technician. I have current experience in a special education preschool working as an Intensive Behavior Interventionist. I am confident in working with aggressive behavior, autism spectrum disorder, and behavioral disorders.
Carlos C.
Downey, CA
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Lots of experience caring for seniors. Bathing, changing diapers, feeding, dispensing medication, driving patients to doctor appointments. Companionship and meal preparation. I also have experience dealing with autism, down syndrome, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, dementia, and alzheimer's disease.
Jeenie M.
Downey, CA
$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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My name is Jeenie I've worked with children and also the elderly! I have experience with kids I worked at a daycare for a few years took child development I also have a daughter of my own! I've worked with kids with disabilities! I have a lot of patience! I've worked with the elderly dementia Alzheimer's Parkinson's message me...
Brenda M.
Downey, CA
$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
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My Name is Brenda 7 experience with elderly and five years experience with kids I love working with kids and I love being a nanny I'm currently a working with two families and I enjoy it one of family's are moving away I'm bubbly outgoing energetic I have my own transportation I am responsible reliable I like to do fun Actives...
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enthusiastic personality
patient & communicative
loves to learn & teach
engaging & energetic
creative & empathetic
- experience with toddlers, baby & special needs
- recent master's graduate from Parsons
- undergrad from South Dakota State University
- studied abroad three times
- CPR certified
- valid driver's...
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I graduated from California Stare University of Long Beach in Elementary Education. I currently work part time as well as a full time graduate student.
I have taught STEM education for preschool students, as well as a teacher's aide role at a school for special needs students.
I am really patient and will bring my caring side...
Celest V.
Downey, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts good with kids. Experience with kids with special needs
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Hello! My name is Ashleigh and I have been working with kids since I was 16 years old, and I am now 26. My experience varies from working at over 5 adventure summer camps, being a one on one aid for the special needs population, babysitting, nannying, and taking care of my own siblings when I was younger. I love to make sure...
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I Technically don't have any professional years of baby sitting, but I do have younger cousins that I used to care for all the time from infant to the age of 12. I try my best to built trust with children and make them feel as comfortable as possible. I also have a special-needs brother who requires around the clock care. This...
Valerie O.
Downey, CA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi :) My name is Valerie I am 25 years old currently working in special needs with the 3-4 years old age groups. I have always cared for younger children with disabilities in the work field and have decided to seek opportunities for adult care as well.
I have experience in working with infants as young as 3 months old in a...
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I have worked as an RBT(children, teenagers, and adults) and am currently one. I have also worked with students who have Autism spectrum related disorders, bipolar, developmental delays, and a plethora of other things.
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Taught Pre-K for over 10 yrs.
Enjoy watching a child succeed in a task that they thoughts was difficult to do. The look on their face when they succeed that task. Priceless!
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I have experience caring for patients with Alzheimer's, dementia and patients who have special needs. I have taken care of many patients who are bedridden and do the full scope of the duties such as bed bath, change bed and linen. I cook for the patient and do their daily exercise routine, if needed. Each patient is different...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Espíe is the ultimate professional. Always on time, reliable, compassionate, and skilled in dealing with dementia issues. A godsend for our family.
Reviewed by Elaine L.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Downey, CA
Elizavette C.
5.0
Highly qualified, punctual and professional! I'm very pleased with the way my daughter is responding to her reading.
- Breana T.
Auria A.
5.0
Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation.
- Jorge E.
Espie R.
5.0
Espíe is the ultimate professional. Always on time, reliable, compassionate, and skilled in dealing with dementia issues. A godsend for our family.
- Elaine L.
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Ratings for Downey, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Downey, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.