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60 special needs caregivers are listed in La Mirada, CA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 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.
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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.
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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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 a rare find in a college student. Responsible, conscience, kind, and willing. She has a good attitude and works hard at whatever she does."
Reviewed by Jenny L.
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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 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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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.
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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....
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I am a recent nurse graduate who has over 10 years of babysitting experience and am looking for a summer job. I currently work at CHOC hospital and will be specializing in pediatrics as a registered nurse! I am pediatric advanced life support certified and feel comfortable with children of all ages. I am able to cook and have my...
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 have 1 year experience working with patients that deal with Parkinson's and 7 years working with special needs. I am also CNA, HHA, and CPR trained. I have 5 years experience working with patients with Alzheimer's dementia. I have further experience in monitoring blood pressure, medication remain, With my experience I keep...
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"She help take my mom to appointments. She's very responsible. She speaking Spanish was so helpful in communicating with my mom"
Reviewed by Anthon C.
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I'm a Child Development major with plans to pursue a career as a special needs teacher. I have experience working in home as a behavioral technician providing therapy for children with behavioral needs and training to parents. I have worked in the local school district as a paraprofessional providing educational, medical,...
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"Bella goes above and beyond when watching my children. She makes it fun for and is very trust worthy. They always ask if Bella will be the one to watch them, if A babysitter is needed. She also babysat for my...
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I have 3 years of experience in summer camp counseling. I have cared for over 10 children at once (ages 5-12) by myself. I have experience caring for special needs children. I have completed an EMT course. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry/dishes etc. Bonus: I know LOTS of camp songs :)
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"My kids love Charlie! She's so sweet, responsive, and courteous. We're looking forward to more date nights, and our kids are looking forward to more time with Charlie."
Reviewed by Bethanie H.
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My passion is to care for children at all ages. I have been caring for children for 13 years. From '05- current I have worked with all ages in the church, from '13-'16 I worked with elementary aged students in an afterschool program, from '14-'16 I worked with infants and toddlers in the foster care system, from '16-'18 I taught...
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"Jordan was the most amazing nanny! I was so sad to lose her when she moved away, we would have loved to keep her for as long as she wanted to be here! She's everything you could want in a nanny and more! She...
Reviewed by Jodie S.
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Hello, my name is Halie!
I have been professionally working with kids ages 6 months - 12 years old for the past 7 years. However, I also have personal experience with babysitting my little cousins and siblings since I was 14 years old.
I also have experience with special needs children as I use to work for Los Angeles Unified...
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"My two babies (2 1/2 and 1) had never had a babysitter before and I was nervous about how it would go. But when Halie arrived, I was instantly put at ease. She is very calm and kind and my toddler immediately...
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I have 5 years working with kids that have special needs. I also have experience working alongside occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and physical therapists. I am currently working as a behavior therapist with kids from the age of 2 to 18 and also intern as a marriage and family therapist while I'm completing my...
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"Jasmine was a super sweet and responsible young lady! She treated my kids very well and even helped them with their school work which is ALWAYS hard for a parent to do. I truly recommend her to anyone in need...
Reviewed by Rosie R.
Skyler V.
Garden Grove, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter And Tutor With Flexible Schedule
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Hi there! Coming from a large, close-knit family I have been taking care of babies and children my entire life. I have over 10 years of paid babysitting and tutoring experience. My tutoring specialties include Biology, Spanish, Math, and Language Arts. I have interned in a Special Education classroom and thus am experienced...
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"Our regular tutor had to travel out of country and we were scrambling to look for a tutor due to exams. We contacted Skyler, confirmed hours, scheduled appointment and it all worked so good. Our kid was able to...
Reviewed by Amal S.
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Hello. I am Chay and I have worked with kids that are now teenagers that have autism . Been taking care of special needs for over 14 years . I am very reliable and responsible. I am flexible as well . I have my own car and I am CPR certified. . I am with a amazing family now but they are moving and have to find another job . I...
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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.
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.
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.
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.
- Care member
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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.