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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Tarzana, CA
The average rate is $54/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years
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I am an experienced care giver/ behavioral therapist/ Newborn Care Specialist with over a decade of experience.
As a newborn Care Specialist I was trained by Gentle Blessings. I hold a BA degree. My mentor started the organization that certifies Newborn Care Specialist's. I can sleep train. I am trust line certified and CPR...
Recent review:
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I cannot say enough good things about Amy. She came to the rescue in the middle of a high-pressure work project and hit the ground running with effortless energy. She bonded instantly with our 1 year old and...
Reviewed by Evelyn Grace V.
Amy H.
Tarzana, CA
$65/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced High Profile ABA Professional/ Teacher/Nanny/ Therapist
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I have worked with a wide range of ages and diagnosis, from very high functioning to very low. Verbal and non verbal. Aggressive behaviors, escape/ running away behaviors to multiples. I have taught in school and worked privately as a therapist and high profile nanny/ tutor
Ashley W.
Tarzana, CA
$47/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi I'm Ashley. I am a certified preschool teacher with 4 years experience. I have worked with 1st graders and children with special needs. I am also C. P. I certified (child crisis prevention). Children are my passion,. My goal is to create a fun-loving environment for children through rich experiences to allow them to be the...
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Hello I'm lily,
I'm a certified nursing assistant/ home health-aid and I have my CPR license.
I have worked with different groups of people: From newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, teens to special needs, post-surgery and elderly. I have the required experience and references.
I love interacting and taking care of...
Recent reviews:
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Lily is really wonderful, she's always on time, always there when i need her, and definitely a recommendation for anyone who's looking for great child care!
Reviewed by Maxim F.
Julianna S.
Chatsworth, CA
$35/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Julianna but most call me Juli or Jules I am 22 years old and the youngest of 8 kids, I have 6 nephews and 10 nieces. I have been watching kids for as long as I can remember, for about 8 years now. my mom is a doula but has transitioned into being a celebrity nanny and all 4 of my sisters work with children as...
Recent reviews:
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Julianna is a total sweetheart, She's is a very fun, kind,and reliable nanny. she is a natural with the children. It's very clear how much she loves her job, with all the attention and care she gives to the...
Reviewed by Jocelyn C.
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hello. my name is Mimi. I have been a caregiver for 5years and am also a Certified nursing assistant. I have experience in special needs adults, teenagers and kids. I love working with people with disabilities because it gives me joy to see me help them with daily activities. I have great positive energy, am creative in art...
Recent reviews:
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Amazing!! I got in contact with her at 10pm and she was at our house the next morning. I almost thought it was too good to be true because though she didn't know us, she was willing to go the extra mile for us...
Reviewed by Catherine M.
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I offer pet care and child care,
My name is Tasha.
I'm a 38-year-old experienced babysitter/nanny for children ranging in ages 7 months-old to 12 years old. I have experience caring for multiple children at one time as well as experience with special needs. Kids have fun with me because they're always learning and staying...
Recent reviews:
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I really appreciated that Tasha was on time stayed late if needed . My daughter ,son and dog took to her quite well and very quickly. She was also handy around the house and very patient . I'd most definitely...
Reviewed by Yaakov T.
Christina C.
Santa Monica, CA
$19-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have always been around friends and family members with disabilities and feel very natural with lending a helping hand. In high school and college I was a part of best buddies and was a part time caretaker in college for a girl with cerebral palsy.
Recent review:
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Christina was a nanny for my 15 year old daughter with cerebral palsy. They are still close friends and I appreciate everything she did while working for us!
Reviewed by Jane A.
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Hello, I work as a special Ed classroom aide at an elementary school for LAUSD. At the moment I work one on one with a student but I have worked in groups. In the past I have worked as an aide for all grade levels. My current classroom consists of Kinder/1st/ 2nd and 3rd graders. On a day to day basis I helped with language...
Recent review:
5.0
Ahmed is amazing. He's very reliable, responsible, respectful and dedicated. Our children absolutely adore him.
Reviewed by Care member
Donatella A.
Valley Village, CA
$30-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have 2 years of professional experience working with mentally challenged/disabled people. I have a college degree and years of experience in all aspects of childcare and would love the opportunity to work with you.
Recent review:
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I needed last minute child care and Donna was available. She was very flexible with me and understanding. I appreciate her professionalism and confidence. My toddler really enjoyed having her here, I would...
Reviewed by Natali S.
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I have dedicated over 15 years to caregiving, a role I deeply cherish for the opportunity it gives me to care for, support, and understand the needs of my clients. My skills are finely honed in recognizing their emotional states. My services include personal care, providing companionship, encouraging and engaging in...
Recent reviews:
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Jessie was beyond incredible. My dad had knee replacement surgery and needed a lot of help during his recovery. I feel so lucky to have found Jessie. He is extremely polite, very reliable, and goes above and...
Reviewed by Bryan P.
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I've been caring for people in need for more than 10 years now and I enjoyed doing it. I finish my LVN in summit college in Anaheim and it was such a challenge and interesting course.
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Experienced nanny looking to work with an awesome family!
Resume and reference available upon request;
I consider it a great responsibility to be entrusted with someone else's children, as I'll have a direct influence over their growth. The most important thing for me as a caregiver is to hold space and patience for little...
Recent review:
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Megan has been a life saver while I work at home and the kids attend Zoom school. She follows the kids' schedule, and helps them get school work done. Of particular importance to me, she is great about getting...
Reviewed by Elizabeth W.
N'diatte M.
Beverly Hills, CA
$35-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
Energetic, Neat, And Attentive! I Put Smiles On Faces Safely, Yet Greatly :)
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Hey, future family, my name is N'Diatte and I am a Senegalese-American future alumnus at UCLA.
Growing up in a big family has allowed me to learn and adapt to skills that allow me to be an outstanding caregiver to not only my younger siblings but to my baby cousins. For the past few summers, I happily took care of my cousins by...
Recent review:
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Tay was great with kids with would love to work with again.
Reviewed by Dinesh C.
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My name Is Tanya and I live in Winnetka CA. I'm 31 years old and I always had a Passion with helping others with their needs. I have experience taking care of Seniors and children that have disabilities for 8 years. I have 3 kids of my own. I have experience with children with special needs and ADD&ADHD.
I'm a kind,...
Recent review:
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Tanya was super loving, patient and caring. Her personality was great for me and I will be requesting her again.
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Hey there! I'm Celine, a reliable, patient, and upbeat person who is interested in assisting disabled people. I have 10+ years experience with childcare and about 4 years of overlapping special needs care, varying from nannying disabled children, being a camp counselor to disabled kids, managing blood sugar and insulin for a...
Yara H.
Reseda, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Experience: 10 years in caregiving- including special needs children, infants, lead daycare teacher, CNA for both home health and in-hospital geriatric patients, 3 years administrative assistant .
Certified Nurse Assistant (just in case!)
CPR Certified
Drivers License w/ clean record
Background checked by care. com
Non-smoker...
Recent reviews:
5.0
We've been using Yara for a few weeks and absolutely love her! She is very capable of handling the day with my 3&5 year old from structuring activities to being silly - they Miss Yara!
Reviewed by Crystal J.
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College graduate with a degree in psychology and a minor in elementary education, currently interviewing for a new full time job and looking for a position in childcare. I have experience with all ages, multiples, big families, and special needs. I've worked childcare jobs since I was about 11 years old, and have been everything...
Recent review:
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Porter is just fabulous. She has been a real blessing for us. She's flexible and caring and responsible and sweet. She has been so helpful with our kids and has always been ready to help us out. I just...
Reviewed by Kate L.
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Hi, my name is Adela M, I'm 49 years old, with 30 years of child care experience.
I'm fully vaccinated, I have a clean driving record, bilingual, very responsible and flexible since I'm not married and no kids.
I have experience from new born to pre-teens.
also I have experience with children with special needs. have great...
Recent review:
5.0
Adela is caring and professional. She has many decades experience of being a nanny and it shows with how she interacts with my son. Plus she’s on time and communicative!
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Greetings! I come from a field of psychology which includes child development and special needs care. As a behavioral therapist and a teacher/mentor, I'm comfortable being around infants and teenagers who may need some guidance in behavior. My past positions have allowed me exposure to kids of all types. I love working with the...
Recent review:
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Jacqueline was great and very understanding of our son who has Autism. She was on time, friendly and we could tell she had a ton of knowledge and experience on how to care for children with special needs. We...
Reviewed by Christina C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tarzana, CA
Amy H.
5.0
I cannot say enough good things about Amy. She came to the rescue in the middle of a high-pressure work project and hit the ground running with effortless energy. She bonded instantly with our 1 year old and made our lives so much better. She was super helpful around the house, running errands,...
- Evelyn Grace V.
Lily J.
5.0
Lily is really wonderful, she's always on time, always there when i need her, and definitely a recommendation for anyone who's looking for great child care!
- Maxim F.
Julianna S.
5.0
My kids loved Julianna!!! And would beg for her to be our date night sitter. She was always early which I appreciated because it allowed me to give her updates on the kids without feeling rushed. Every time we came home the kids were fed, bathed (not part of her job) , kitchen tidy and house calm...
- Gabbriel L.
Misozi M.
5.0
Amazing!! I got in contact with her at 10pm and she was at our house the next morning. I almost thought it was too good to be true because though she didn't know us, she was willing to go the extra mile for us at short notice. She has a very warm personality and works very hard. The kids warmed to...
- Catherine M.
Tasha R.
5.0
I really appreciated that Tasha was on time stayed late if needed . My daughter ,son and dog took to her quite well and very quickly. She was also handy around the house and very patient . I'd most definitely recommend her to other parents looking for a reliable and trustworthy Nanny.
- Yaakov T.
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