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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Whittier, 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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Hello there! Hi I'm Anna and I enjoy working with kiddos. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Science, an AA in Social Science and over 30 units in Child Development. I have experience in a classroom environment and worked as a teacher's assistant at East Los Angeles College Child Development Center where I learned a lot...
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"Anna watched our 2 yr old during the day for 9 months and was wonderful with her. She would bring crafts and educational games, plan and take her on outings to museums and libraries. Absolutely loved Anna and...
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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 there, I understand how important it is to have someone who you can trust to care for your loved one so that you can have some time to refresh and rejuvinate, and I hope I can be that person for you. I spent 5 1/2 years working as a direct support professional with adults and children with disabilities. I loved this job,...
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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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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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"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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Hello!! I am a loving and caring babysitter, with nearly 30 years of experience with children of all ages. I started babysitting family and neighbors at 12 (now 42). I have cared for children with special needs, cerebral palsy, autism, hearing impaired and blind. I've cared for children at daycares, preschools, school events,...
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"Susie is a fantastic caregiver: kindhearted, patient, and very professional. Even though we haven't worked with Susie on a full time basis, she has had a deeply positive impression on our son. Highly...
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Hello, I'm Jenny. I currently work with 2 elderly Clients as a care giver, my special tasks including caring for disabled clients. My current clients have Dementia, and Alzheimer's disease, Activities such administering medicine, serving meals, running errands, providing companionship, helping with bathing, and reporting to...
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"We had her help with assembling gift boxes for my wife who has a torn ACL.
She offered to bring a friend and both showed up on time, parked exactly where I asked them to and had a happy attitude and worked...
Reviewed by Jeffery D.
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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.
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I was a special education aide for over 5 years in a Public School System. CPR and First Aide Certified.
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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...
Monique V.
Norwalk, CA
$20-50/hr
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In addition to tutoring, I also have experience of caring for children. I have 1 year of working caring for special needs children from the ages of 3-5. Also, being an older sibling and coming from a big family has taught me how to cater to children's specific needs and understand how proper care is essential for their growth.
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I have 20 yrs experience as a home healthcare provider and a 1yr working with children with disabilities. I have found I love doing both jobs very much. I am a caring loving woman with a big heart. My joy is knowing I am helping others to the fullest. I have worked with many patients ranging from dementia, memory loss, mental...
Amanda Z.
Fullerton, CA
$18-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I have worked as a sitter/nanny since I was 15 years old; working with children ages 0-12, including little ones with special needs. I taught childhood development courses and preschool classes for over half a year at Play and Music. These classes require knowledge of childhood development material, planning and preparation of...
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Hello! My name is Usha. I'm a retired healthcare worker, mother of 2 and experienced with special needs children in an elementary and high school setting. Additionally, I'm fluent in English, Hindi and Gujarati. Although I may be an older caretaker, I stay extremely active by doing yoga, spending time in nature and walking...
Jessica C.
Pico Rivera, CA
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I currently work for the city of Pasadena. I have over 10 years experience working with senior and children. My expertise is adults and children who have intellectual disabilities and or behavioral disabilities. I am also experienced with elderly who are bedridden and require medical attention.
Hong C.
Hacienda Heights, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Sincerely Hope That The Knowledge And Experience I Have Can Help Your Child Suffering From Autism.
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II have a bachelor's degree from a university and am in good health.
My son is a child with a serious tendency to autism. In order to cooperate with the doctor's treatment and take good care of him, I have read professional medical books on child development/child psychology/child education; I have insisted on taking my son to...
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I have experience working with toddlers, preschoolers and children. I have worked in a hospital settings and school settings, with kids with special needs.
Chelsea M.
Buena Park, CA
$22-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello, my name is Chelsea and just graduated with my Child and Adolescent Degree. I love to travel and just finished a summer program teaching abroad in Sicily. I have worked for the last 6 years being a nanny, and I truly love what I have been doing. I have had a family of two, starting when they were 6 months old until they...
Lina M.
Buena Park, CA
$24-26/hr
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Hello! Nice to meet you! My name is Lina have four years of experience working with kids. I have a degree in sociology I currently work at an elementary school in the OC. However I'm looking for an extra income on after school. I'm CPR certified, I have a car and I'm comfortable with pets. I can help with Light Housekeeping and...
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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Whittier, CA
Anna A.
5.0
Anna helped care for our 1 year old for almost 1 year. She was extremely flexible and quick to respond. She was fantastic with our son and provided the best care!
- Care member
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
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.
Susie C.
5.0
Susie is a fantastic caregiver: kindhearted, patient, and very professional. Even though we haven't worked with Susie on a full time basis, she has had a deeply positive impression on our son. Highly recommended.
- Care member
Jennifer G.
5.0
She was wonderful! She took care of my 4 senior cats. She updated me on any issues. Kept the kitchen clean. Thanks, Jennifer!
- Diane B.
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