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Hello! My name is Magnolia, and I am looking forward to working for a living family who need an ease off their days. I have my own transportation I am new to the special needs but am willing to put the time and effort to learn. I am very patient and caring! Hope to talk to you soon!
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Karla M.


Santa Paula, CA

$25-26/hr4 yrs exp

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I have 4 years of experience as an applied behavior analysis therapist. I enjoy supporting and working with children with special needs, and I have extensive experience working with children on the Autism spectrum.
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Scott M.


Ventura, CA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Childcare Provider For Special Needs

5.0

(3)

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I am an experienced and passionate childcare provider who enjoys working with children, especially those with special needs. Over the past 3 years, I have gained valuable experience working with autistic children on the spectrum. This has given me a deep understanding of the unique challenges and needs of children with special...
5.0
"Thank you Scott for your patient assistance and guidance for our son this week. It means so much to us."

Reviewed by Jessica W.

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Heather C.


Ventura, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care 18 Years Experience! VERY Patient!

5.0

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Care of all aspects of Daily Living and COPING skills. CERTIFIED teacher for many Cognitive Behavior Therapy programs such as Living Skills, AGGRESSION REPLACEMENT THERAPY, Anger Management, Jobs Skills and too many more to list. I am a very skilled 'de-escalator' for explosive outbursts and I'm a very patient person. I enjoy...
5.0
"What a terrific caregiver! We hired Heather for post-op care for my special needs brother. She arrived early and was wonderful to work with. Excellent communication, very personable, and very helpful. Would...

Reviewed by Laura B.

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Morgan P.


Ventura, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate, Engaging Caregiver

5.0

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Hello! I am a current nursing student, daycare teacher, and caregiver with a wide variety of experience with special needs children and adults in both the home and facility settings. I am basic life support certified. My passion is working with adults and seniors. I genuinely care about each of my clients, and place their...
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Makayla S.


Ventura, CA

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hello I Am Makayla

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Hello I am Makayla! I am a goofy, charismatic, and fun young college student. I am CPR certified and love to spend time with kids. I enjoy doing crafts, activities, and baking.
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Erik F.


Ventura, CA

$18-23/hr

Caretaker

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Worked with someone with severe epilepsy and developmental delay for close to 6 years, I helped provided medication, food, bathing and hygiene routines, and picking to and from school with additional outside activities here and there.
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Shawna C.


Ventura, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Teacher/Childcare Provider

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I'm patient and kind and I'm always willing to help children understand the world around them. I love working with children and helping them learn how to do new things. I have been working with children for over 20 years now and still get extremely excited when they grasp new concepts! Helping children learn and develop is a...
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Zia D.


Ventura, CA

$28-50/hr1 yrs exp

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I have worked as therapuetic summer camp counselor at a summer camp for children with emotional and behavioral disorders. I have also worked as a behavioral health and wellness coordinator at an elementary school working closely with the school counselor to improve access to services for students. I am in a doctoral program...
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Selma D.


Ventura, CA

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Need Some Care?

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I have 1 year of experience of caregiving for 2 different families! Many years of experience for babysitting / nannying/ housekeeping! I am willing to do one time jobs, or long time. I'm open to a part time or full time job. I can do nights or early mornings! I do great with all ages. I have CPR certification & have...
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Izabel W.


Ventura, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nursing Student, Happy To Help! Hospital Experience As A CNA.

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I'm a 1st semester nursing student at VC. I've been working as a CNA for the past 1, 5 year - experience in a pediatric setting and in a hospital on a telemetry unit. For the future I am hoping to continue my path into pediatrics and NICU. I have a strong work ethic that centers on empathy, patience, and kindness. Happy to help!
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April E.


Ventura, CA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver

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Hello my name is April. I have a degree in Sociology and over 15 years working with children. During this time I have had experience with special need children in my classroom.
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Leticia R.


Ventura, CA

$18-23/hr5 yrs exp

Leticia

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I look forward to meeting you and your family to discuss my experience with you! Thank you, for your consideration!
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Shea S.


Ventura, CA

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time Available

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I have worked with several special needs children and adults, and overall am an extremely patient person.
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Michael K.


Port Hueneme, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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I have 4+ years of working with children of all ages and ability levels. Have worked in multiple settings including personal training, Special Olympics, ABA clinics, schools, and respite care. Very passionate about teaching, motivating, and setting an example for kids. Ready for anything, and willing to work with families to...
5.0
"Mike was such a blessing to our family!!!! He took wonderful care of our 9 year old special needs son (non-verbal, not potty trained, and severely intellectually disabled). M always giggled and had a huge smile...

Reviewed by Laura D.

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Leilani M.


Ventura, CA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! My name is Leilani. I'm a friendly person who loves children and pets. I'm taking online classes in college and i'm majoring in early childhood education to plan on becoming an elementary teacher in the future. I have a lot of patience and i'm described as a caring, loving, and reliable person by my friends and family. I...
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Crystal G.


Newbury Park, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

5.0

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I am currently seeking employment where I can offer my experience a caregiver or nanny. My most recent employment was working as a caregiver for over two years with a preteen who has special needs. My previously employment includes working a nanny caring for an infant, paraprofessional and recreational leader. I have worked with...
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Diane D.


Port Hueneme, CA

$20-49/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant/Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Attained a Medical Assistant License , worked as a caregiver from elderly to Children with ADD/ADHD/Schizophrenia/Dementia/Alzheimer's. Injections etc.
5.0
"I highly recommend Diane as a caretaker; she's extremely reliable and flexible. She assisted me with chores at home and driving me a few places. She has an enjoyable personality and thorough in her work."

Reviewed by Guillermo S.

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Alondra M.


Oxnard, CA

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

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9years of experience in assisted living environment. I want to take a new path and help people with special needs to improve there quality of life in anyway possible.
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Adrienne M.


Newbury Park, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Extraordinaire

5.0

(2)

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I have been working with children with special needs for over 10 years and absolutely love it! I am very patient, nurturing, responsible, energetic and creative. I have extensive training in A.B.A., working with children with Autism, Down syndrome, ADD/ADHD, challenging behaviors, limited speech and sensory diets. Children bring...
5.0
"Adrienne is great with my special needs child/teen. She is very creative with ideas and thoughts/places to go and keep my teen engaged, busy and most important occupied so that the other kids and us parents...

Reviewed by Debora L.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Santa Paula, CA

Scott M.

5.0

We love Scott! Scott is always punctual, clean, and professionally attired. He is very kind, gentle, and patient with my husband. Scott is knowledgeable and pays close attention to detail and direction. You will never have to worry about asking something twice of Scott. He always gets it the...

- Janelle C.

Heather C.

5.0

What a terrific caregiver! We hired Heather for post-op care for my special needs brother. She arrived early and was wonderful to work with. Excellent communication, very personable, and very helpful. Would definitely hire her again!

- Laura B.

Michael K.

5.0

Great attitude and so flexible with our blended family! He's patient yet firm and communicates with respect and punctuality.

- Saramarie W.

Diane D.

5.0

I highly recommend Diane as a caretaker; she's extremely reliable and flexible. She assisted me with chores at home and driving me a few places. She has an enjoyable personality and thorough in her work.

- Guillermo S.

Adrienne M.

5.0

Adrienne is great with my special needs child/teen. She is very creative with ideas and thoughts/places to go and keep my teen engaged, busy and most important occupied so that the other kids and us parents can have respite from the demands of a special needs child. Adrienne is smart, fun for my...

- Debora L.

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