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60 special needs caregivers are listed in La Mirada, CA
The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in La Mirada, CA
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I grew up with a single parent and a younger sister who is diagnosed with autism. Part of my role growing up was being her support system and making sure she is getting what she needs at school. I am familiar with different pragmatics one may have with autism and other special needs. I am comfortable being a support for those...
Arthur G.
La Mirada, CA
$19-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Assisted Living Attendant in the Orange and Los Angeles County Areas
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In my first months as a caregiver by profession (since October 14 2005), I assisted a 52-year-old gentleman who had cerebral palsy while his mother was able to make errands. He could not speak, but I am sure that he appreciated my presence, tending to the basics of bathing, grooming, hygiene, and spoon feeding while she was...
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"Art was very responsive from the "get go". He continued his excellent service by confirming date and time needed and made contact the night before the service. He is calm and caring -- what is needed in a...
Reviewed by Carol F.
Michaela C.
La Mirada, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! I am a current college student who is majoring in Elementary Education. I have experience working at an elementary and middle school and have also been a full time nanny. I am dependable, patient, hardworking and creative. I am fully capable to help your child with schoolwork or to help with their developmental needs and...
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"I was able to meet Michaela over zoom ahead of time. She was extremely gracious as I was extremely late to our zoom meeting, but she was super sweet and patient with me and was willing to meet with us anyway!...
Reviewed by Jasmine C.
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I am a rising second year student in the MS-SLP program at Biola University. I have experience with all ages and have been babysitting for 6+ years. I have experience with a range of special needs children.
I am looking to work with a family over the summer starting as soon as you need. Please reach out with any questions!
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"Leanna is naturally a very loving and compassionate individual. She is responsible, takes pride in what she does, and makes sure to follow through on any work, task, and assignments that she takes on. Leanna...
Reviewed by Joshua F.
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Hey everyone! My name is Claire and I am a freshmen business major at BIOLA university in California! I have been babysitting and caring for children as long as I can remember! I have had multiple babysitting jobs throughout high school as well as assisting in my church nursery. I have experience caring for large families,...
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"Claire is very engaging and is very creative when playing with my two boys. She is on time and responsible. "
Reviewed by Stacy R.
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Hi! I have plenty of years of experience working with children, from infants to teens. I taught 3rd-5th grade at the after school program Think Together and ran the program as Site Coordinator. I have worked as a direct interventionist with special needs children. I have also worked plenty of summer camps as head counselor. I...
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"Karissa was hired for a one time baby sitter needed for my family who attended our wedding. My family members' children have a lot of energy and can be a lot to manage but Karissa was patient and kind and was...
Reviewed by Jocelyn L.
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Hello! I'm a 31-year-old aide/tutor/mentor with 10 years of experience and a bachelors in Anthropology. I've worked in both the classroom and in home. Over the last decade, I've worked with ages K - college, as well as all ranges of disabilities. With my inclusion experience, my job was to bridge the gap between teacher's...
Crista W.
La Mirada, CA
$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Preschool Teacher With Training For Special Ed
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I've been a preschool teacher for over 4 years and I majored studying learning differences and disabilities. I've worked at public and private schools building my own curriculum and integrating daily activities.
Keana S.
La Mirada, CA
$24-27/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I've been working with children on the spectrum or with similar disabilities for 5 years. I firdt started babysitting my family member's children them my family friend's children. My first official title, Behavioral Interventionist, was at a company where I provided ABA services and support. I worked one-on-one in the clients...
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hello families looking for sitters
My name is Janell and I am a senior at Biola University, graduating in May! I am in school to become a speech language pathologist, so working with kids is something I love and am passionate about. I live in La Mirada near my campus, but am occasionally home with my family in Yorba Linda....
Kaitlin P.
La Mirada, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Love Having Fun With Children By Building An Environment For Everyone To Create And Have Fun!
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I have 10 years of experience. I have been babysitting for over 10 years and I have been doing extended nanny 1-3 daycare for the past 4 years. My specialty is working with elementary children and children with special needs including autism. I can also help with Travel and Carpooling. I received my bachelor's in Child...
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I am a certified Home Care Aide, and have experience with elderly and special needs clients. I have experience with bathing, dressing, medication management, toileting, hygiene tasks, transfers, mobility, feeding, nighttime care, difficult behaviors, and more. I spent five years as a full-time, live-in caregiver for my...
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I work mostly dementia, special needs, stroke, diabetes, etc.. I do cooking, housekeeping, laundry and etc.
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"She great caregiver for my folks, she cooked, she awesome"
Reviewed by Craig L.
Jaquelin V.
Garden Grove, CA
$27-29/hr • 8 yrs exp
Fun Productive And Lovable Sitter , Caregiving For Children And Seniors .
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I am a mother , I have always loved children , therefore I have always worked with children in charity events , my daughters PTA at their elementary. I've also worked in the dental field with children . I've done some caregiving for special needs children that has brought me a lot of experience with autism and down syndrome ,...
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"My family really loves Jackie she has a sweet personality and we enjoy having her in our home because she makes it feel very homey and she's always going out of her way to make sure we are happy and satisfied...
Reviewed by Adelyn P.
Nancy K.
Rowland Heights, CA
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver for individuals with special needs and can provide a safe and supporting environment. I am also responsible, positive, and hard-working, so I can give you essential and in-home support as well as emotional and physical assistance.
Natalia W.
Long Beach, CA
$22-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Reliable, Kind, Helpful -- Looking For Long-term Family!
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Now living in Long Beach, CA. I am an energetic, punctual and fun young woman who loves working with kids! I have experience with children 3 months old to 15 years old as well as children with special needs. I have nannied for three families in the past and currently have an amazing family I work part time for. Additionally,...
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"Natalia has been amazing with our 1-2 year old! She is energetic and reliable, and overall a wonderful caretaker for our little boy. They do daily activities and trips to the park and she works with us to feed...
Reviewed by Max M.
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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...
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"Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation."
Reviewed by Jorge E.
Mikaela M.
Norwalk, CA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Mikaela. I would love the opportunity to get to know you and your family. I am 25 years old and have been working with kids for 6 years. I have worked with families with special needs, families with multiple children and I am extremely
comfortable with fur babies. When I am not nannying you can find me...
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"Mikaela is very hardworking and makes great meals for us to enjoy. She is responsible, caring and has a great personality. I miss her!
Mikaela is a very nice and fun person to be around. She makes a lot of...
Reviewed by Christie V.
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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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...
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"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 La Mirada, CA
Arthur G.
5.0
Art was very responsive from the "get go". He continued his excellent service by confirming date and time needed and made contact the night before the service. He is calm and caring -- what is needed in a medical situation.
- Carol F.
Michaela C.
5.0
I was able to meet Michaela over zoom ahead of time. She was extremely gracious as I was extremely late to our zoom meeting, but she was super sweet and patient with me and was willing to meet with us anyway! She was open and warm with myself and the kids. The day of the our booking she reached out...
- Jasmine C.
Leanna S.
5.0
Leanna cared for our 1 year old full time as an in home nanny. She was gentle, caring, knowledgeable, and sweet with our daughter. She was punctual and flexible with our changing schedule. Most of all, our daughter loved having her around and took to her quickly. Leanna always asks what else she...
- Alessa S.
Claire P.
5.0
Claire is very engaging and is very creative when playing with my two boys. She is on time and responsible.
- Stacy R.
Karissa G.
5.0
Karissa is so very caring and dependable. Our Lucy loves her very much and we feel so fortunate to know and trust Karissa.
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Ratings for La Mirada, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in La Mirada, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.