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60 special needs child care are listed in Downey, CA

The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years

Special needs child care in Downey, CA

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Georgialee Q.


Downey, CA

$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Teenage Special Needs

5.0

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I have worked with a teenage boy with epilepsy and the learning challenges that he faces as well as helping his learn social behavior. The feeling when he remembers something or shows advancement in his progress is irreplaceable- so rewarding.
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Elizavette C.


Downey, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Behavior Interventionist

5.0

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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,...
5.0
"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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Valerie S.


Downey, CA

$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Taker

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Hello! I am new to Care. com but I am not new to work with special needs. From past experience I have worked at a non-profit that works with adults with special needs who seek employment. This job allowed me to understand them on a deeper level while even working through some of their challenges. As for a more recent job, I...

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Personal experience with grandson and nephew in the spectrum. Awareness of communication, reciprocal social interaction and behaviors that are restricted and repetitive in nature. Experience in common treatments such as behavior therapy, speech-language therapy, play-based therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and...
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Amanda F.


Downey, CA

$12-23/hr • 1 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Amanda my major is child development to be a special education teacher. I am moving on towards cal state la to obtain my BA for special education for infants.
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Laura C.


Downey, CA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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I am currently a Special Education Elementary Teacher who works with Deaf/Hard of Hearing students. I am in my 24th year of teaching and have taught Preschool up to 6th grade. I have had students in the past that have had Cerebral Palsy, intellectual delays, facial paralysis, severe allergies, and a couple that have had G-tubes...

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I have experience with ABA therapy, in home and in a structured setting and excelled as a Senior Behavior Technician. I have current experience in a special education preschool working as an Intensive Behavior Interventionist. I am confident in working with aggressive behavior, autism spectrum disorder, and behavioral disorders.
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Carlos C.


Downey, CA

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Lots of experience caring for seniors. Bathing, changing diapers, feeding, dispensing medication, driving patients to doctor appointments. Companionship and meal preparation. I also have experience dealing with autism, down syndrome, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, dementia, and alzheimer's disease.
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Jeenie M.


Downey, CA

$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

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My name is Jeenie I've worked with children and also the elderly! I have experience with kids I worked at a daycare for a few years took child development I also have a daughter of my own! I've worked with kids with disabilities! I have a lot of patience! I've worked with the elderly dementia Alzheimer's Parkinson's message me...
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Brenda M.


Downey, CA

$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

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My Name is Brenda 7 experience with elderly and five years experience with kids I love working with kids and I love being a nanny I'm currently a working with two families and I enjoy it one of family's are moving away I'm bubbly outgoing energetic I have my own transportation I am responsible reliable I like to do fun Actives...
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Carol Z.


Downey, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience In Children With Special Needs.Pre-k Ex

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Taught Pre-K for over 10 yrs. Enjoy watching a child succeed in a task that they thoughts was difficult to do. The look on their face when they succeed that task. Priceless!
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Mary-joy M.


Downey, CA

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I Am An RBT (registered Behavior Technician)

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I have worked as an RBT(children, teenagers, and adults) and am currently one. I have also worked with students who have Autism spectrum related disorders, bipolar, developmental delays, and a plethora of other things.
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June P.


Los Angeles, CA

$75/hr • 10 yrs exp

Modern Day Mary Poppins

5.0

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Hi! I just completed my certification in Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress. The last few years have been an unusual and overwhelming time for children in terms of education and learning. I want to provide families with tools to navigate and alleviate some of the mental/emotional stress. I have worked with...
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"June is simply the BEST. June worked with my autistic son full time for 7 years throughout his entire elementary school, including summers. She was his school aide, behaviorist, community companion, tutor,...

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Jasmine N.


Bellflower, CA

$21-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Compassionate And Kid Friendly Sitter!

5.0

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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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Josefina F.


Long Beach, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love love Children

5.0

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I had a son with special needs for 10 years and now I m available to help other Mothers with extensively care that our special Babies need.I had experience with Cerebral Palsy. I know how to use Suction Machine, Asthma machine and gastronomy tube or G-tube. I am also a CPR certified.
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Teri L.


Bellflower, CA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

5.0

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I am an experienced caregiver with 13years of in home personal care service's. Along with also working as a CNA at an Assisted living facility in the lock-down units for residents with severe dementia and or Alzheimer's and with development disabilities. I really love working and caring for people and am reliable and trustworthy...
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"Teri was a blessing for our recent needs. We felt comfortable with Teri from the moment we first interviewed her. She stepped in to help as if we'd known her for years and delivered beyond our expectations....

Reviewed by Jan F.

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Jennifer S.


Alhambra, CA

$24-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

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Aba therapist for nearly 2 years currently working at specialized school for children who have autism
5.0
"Jennifer was a great communicator, prompt, on top of everything. My DS is nonverbal, autistic, has epilepsy, and is a ball of energy, and she took it all in stride."

Reviewed by Care member

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Arisbeth J.


South Gate, CA

$40/hr • 4 yrs exp

Ambassador Of Happiness

5.0

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30year old female passionate about her job and always ready to learn something new. In these 8years of experience working as a caregiver, I've learned that they are the real teachers of this world. Thanks to them I've acquired so many qualities and experience that not even the best school in the entire world could teach. My love...
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Rebecca L.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love To Give Special Care One Of My Specialty

5.0

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I attended Bryman College now known as everest, I graduated with a diploma as a medical assistant. I did my intern at a cardiologist office, I love life, I truly love people it was a great experience learning to do EKG"s and attaching holters to patients. one weekend my aunt ask me to help her for the errands with her patient,...
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Leanna S.


La Mirada, CA

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

5.0

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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...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Downey, CA

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.

June P.

5.0

June is simply the BEST. June worked with my autistic son full time for 7 years throughout his entire elementary school, including summers. She was his school aide, behaviorist, community companion, tutor, medical helper, social planner, dental accompaniment, haircut support, food therapist,...

- Care member

Teri L.

5.0

Teri was a blessing for our recent needs. We felt comfortable with Teri from the moment we first interviewed her. She stepped in to help as if we'd known her for years and delivered beyond our expectations. Wish we could hire her full time! We highly recommend Teri.

- Jan F.

Jennifer S.

5.0

Jennifer was a great communicator, prompt, on top of everything. My DS is nonverbal, autistic, has epilepsy, and is a ball of energy, and she took it all in stride.

- Care member

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