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Pauline C.


Dana Point, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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I was with La Canada School District as an assistant to the teachers who have children with special needs. I love to watch their progress and so appreciate the chance to be a part of their lives. It takes only one memory of "you can do it" for their future to have excellence in it. I believe I offer a chance to share that one...

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I am a 25 y/o nursing student seeking short-term jobs before I start doing clinical training at the end of April. I have a degree from UC Berkeley in Global Studies but am re-entering school to become a nurse. I do not have formal experience with special needs care but am a quick learner and an extremely empathetic and kind...
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Jordan R.


Dana Point, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Loving & Energetic Caregiver

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I'm a driven individual with a passion for great child care. I believe that patience and kindness go hand-in-hand when it comes to child care. I have 10 years of experience with working with special needs and truly love it.

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I have worked closely with disabled children for two years. I worked in an elementary school and helped children with special needs in a fourth grade classroom. Emotional and physical support!
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Ashley F.


Dana Point, CA

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Ashley, I am 27 years old and recently moved to Dana Point from San Diego, originally from Illinois. I was a special education teacher for the last two years, and I taught a self contained behavior classroom. While working on my masters in behavioral psychology I am looking for a job with far less paper work....
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Roxanna S.


Dana Point, CA

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Cognitive Coaching/ Executive Function Coach.

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I have more than 10 years experience working with students with disabilities in higher education as well as working with teens. I have a Master degree in counseling from California State University, Los Angeles. I also have an MA in theater arts and I am yoga certified. I have lead stress management workshops, as well as time...
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Jenny W.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time

5.0

(1)

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Hi..... I have been a child care provider for 22 years as well as a senior care provider for 8 years. I have worked with children with Asperger's as well as mild autism, OCD and anxiety and I have wonderful references. Special needs to me just means extra special care and being there to help with those extra tough days.
5.0
"Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for...

Reviewed by Greg O.

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Francis M.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

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5.0

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7 years dedicated caregiver experienced in working with disabled patient, committed in improving overall patient wellbeing and health through personal care and energetic engagement, skilled in assisting patient with daily living, areas of expertise are: light housekeeping, meal preparation, mobility assistant, Dr.'s appointment...
5.0
"Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!"

Reviewed by Diana S.

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Rebecca K.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Experienced With Elderly, And Disabilities..Medical Assistant, CPR Certified And First Aid Certified, 9-10 Experience.

3.5

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I 've worked with elderly in Elderly Homes, worked with Parkinson's, MS patients, RA patients, Stroke patients and Dementia patients, also children with ADHD, and transferred people many times, either from bed to bathroom or to car. I have also worked with catheters and much more, love doing caregiving and take pride in it....
3.0
"I have given the address and after giving two weeks message back and forth. She canceled at the last minute due to no patience to wait for messaging, in while she asked for address which was given before."

Reviewed by Shaoqing X.

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

4.6

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Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....
5.0
"I recently had surgery and was unable to move around by myself very easily. I needed someone to run some basic errands for me as well as help me around that house. Thankfully, I found Carri. She helped me with...

Reviewed by Karen K.

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Reihan T.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Sitter Who Is Healer

5.0

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I know a lot about health & special needs . Because I have studied Homeopathy for 6 years . But I won't prescribe any Homeopathic medicine , Just the knowledge helps me to perception a lot. Also I have 8 certification in Pranic Healing (kind of Natural Energy Therapy) ; This helps me just when parents has tend to use Natural...
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Andrea D.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$19-24/hr2 yrs exp

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I am looking to expand my caregiving abilities from babies, young children, youth and seniors to special needs people. There's so much more to learn in that area, help I can provide and enrichment.
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Lisa R.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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I lived with & cared for a 22yo non verbal Female with Aggressive tendencies. I completed ABA Certification. I am sweet, caring, kind, considerate proactive, patient & have dedicated my life to caring for others.
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Leyla A.


Laguna Hills, CA

$40-50/hr

A Professional Helper

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I have four years of experience with a 29 years old lady. She had Lyme disease . I was able to feed her through G tube, lifting, showering and all kinds of things that she needed. I have good references if you need me to provide.

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I created and foreign language program for the Mount Pleasant Cottage School in Pleasantville, New York. It is a residential system for emotionally disturbed teenagers. I taught there for eight years and also worked in a special unit for autistic children. I have since worked with many others, both adult and child, who ranged...
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Jessica R.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Personal Care Assistance For Special Needs Or Geriatric Care

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For the past 12 years I have taken care of my daughter from birth to present. She was diagnosed with Sensory Integration Disorder and Autism. She is very high functioning, but it has allowed me to learn a great deal. I have worked for multiple families, with and without disabilities. I have experience with Fetal Alcohol...
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Christine D.


Laguna Beach, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny For Children With Special Needs

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I am a school based professional who just moved to Orange County, CA. I have a job in a school district, but I am waiting to get my certificate and have a few weeks free and once I start my job, I can do evenings and weekends. I have been working with children and adults with special needs particularly with autism for about 10...
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Juliet J.


San Clemente, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a college graduate in the medical field, CPR certified, Home Health Aide certified, Christian. I am patient, reliable, compassionate. I do love helping people and treating them like my own family. I try my best to help improve clients' quality of life by providing families with the peace of mind they deserve and creating...

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My experience with children with special needs is those who are on ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). Although I do not have any formal training, I do have experience as someone who grew up with autistic family friends. I myself although not autistic understand the pains yet the joys of those who are on ASD. School can be hard,...
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Natalie A.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$36/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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I am currently living in South OC and I'm going to school online for my BA in psychology. I have worked in Behavioral Therapy for over 3 years now. I specialize in working with people with autism. I have been a babysitter/nanny for about 10 years now. I have experience with children of all ages, from newborn up to teenagers. I...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Dana Point, CA

Jenny W.

5.0

Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for so long. Over the three years where Jenny was a daily part of our family, she...

- Greg O.

Francis M.

5.0

Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!

- Diana S.

Rebecca K.

3.0

I have given the address and after giving two weeks message back and forth. She canceled at the last minute due to no patience to wait for messaging, in while she asked for address which was given before.

- Shaoqing X.

Carri C.

5.0

We were impressed how quickly Carrie built rapport with our son. She instinctively knew what to say and do. We'll call her again!

- Scott T.

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