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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Canoga Park, CA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
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Hello, my name is Alexandra, nickname is Sasha. I am a registered occupational therapist who works at a pediatric clinic. I have passion and experience working with children and adults with various acute and chronic disabilities, injuries, and other illnesses. I would love to be of service to your family.
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"Sasha is a very kindhearted person. She was punctual and professional. We look forward to working her with again. "
Reviewed by Mimi B.
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30 years old in school, reaching my BA. I have two children, a 10-year-old and a 1-year-old. I have my AA in child development. I have experience with children, special needs for 10 years. I love children. Currently, with Tinkergarten, I give classes during the day through outdoor activities.
I'm adventurous, crafty, and...
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"Sharon was an excellent kindergarten teaching assistant. She was very gentle, patient, and understanding of their needs at that age. Students responded well to her in return. Sharon followed directions, was...
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Shawnie F.
Northridge, CA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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My son had cerebral palsy due to a hospital mistake. I had to learn to do everything for him, I was his eyes his hands and his mouth I was his everything for him. He was feed through a feeding tube, I also had to learn to give him seizure, Acid reflex, medicine and be able to suction him through his nose and mouth with a Suction...
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I have dedicated over 15 years to caregiving, a role I deeply cherish for the opportunity it gives me to care for, support, and understand the needs of my clients. My skills are finely honed in recognizing their emotional states. My services include personal care, providing companionship, encouraging and engaging in...
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"Jessie was prompt and professional but also friendly and caring. He paid attention to detail and was great at communicating.
My dad was not always easy to work with but Jessie found a way to meet his needs and...
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Hi, my name is Adela M, I'm 49 years old, with 30 years of child care experience.
I'm fully vaccinated, I have a clean driving record, bilingual, very responsible and flexible since I'm not married and no kids.
I have experience from new born to pre-teens.
also I have experience with children with special needs. have great...
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"Adela is caring and professional. She has many decades experience of being a nanny and it shows with how she interacts with my son. Plus she’s on time and communicative!"
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Martha A.
Granada Hills, CA
$52/hr • 10 yrs exp
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52-year-old
23 yrs of experience both with special needs Adults /Infants/ Twins & up to 3
CPR/ First Aid certified
English/ Spanish
Outstanding reference letters
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"Martha is honest, hard-working, and patient. She is a strong communicator and logged all of our daughter's activities each day for us. While she has a lot of experience with children, she follows the parents'...
Reviewed by Suzanne F.
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Hi there! My name is Amber and I have been working with kids for over 10 years. I specialize in child development and have helped a lot of families with kids with special needs. I'm currently looking for part time work to help out and family(s) in need!
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"Amber is amazing with babies. She watched my twins and when they see her they smile. My twins are almost four months old and it's not easy but she is able to manage them with ease. She always shows up early...
Reviewed by Elly Z.
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Hello everyone! I have 10+ years of experience working with children. I simply love children and I enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. I have worked with in special education as one to one assistant at a school setting. I have done ABA therapy at school, home, and clinic setting. I have also...
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"Karen is great. She brought bubbles and moved from activity to activity with my 4 yr old. "
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I have over three years caring for an autistic girl now 16 years old. During those three years, I taught her to do her own laundry, fold the laundry, use the microwave, make her lunch for school, prepare her own breakfast, make her own bed, change, take a show and basically be independent.
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"Saba M. is a very loyal and committed employee. She performs such tasks as babysitting for our 25 year old autistic young man. Saba makes very simple meals and she intensely watches our son and waits on him...
Reviewed by Patricia M.
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Experienced nanny looking to work with an awesome family!
Resume and reference available upon request;
I consider it a great responsibility to be entrusted with someone else's children, as I'll have a direct influence over their growth. The most important thing for me as a caregiver is to hold space and patience for little...
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"Megan has been a life saver while I work at home and the kids attend Zoom school. She follows the kids' schedule, and helps them get school work done. Of particular importance to me, she is great about getting...
Reviewed by Elizabeth W.
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I've been caring for people in need for more than 10 years now and I enjoyed doing it. I finish my LVN in summit college in Anaheim and it was such a challenge and interesting course.
Tom K.
Los Angeles, CA
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Part Time Nanny In Brentwood 3+ Years Special Needs Work Fluent In English And German
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Hello there, thank you for visiting my profile. Here are a few things about me and my experience in child care. I was born in Germany with three younger sisters. Raising and caring for them was part of being the older brother and I loved doing it. After I graduated high school I wanted to experience more and that's when I...
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"Tom is fantastic. He is kind, punctual and accommodating. He is great with our kid and actively supports their needs both in terms of play and care. I would recommend Tom for any child care position. He is an...
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Hello, I work as a special Ed classroom aide at an elementary school for LAUSD. At the moment I work one on one with a student but I have worked in groups. In the past I have worked as an aide for all grade levels. My current classroom consists of Kinder/1st/ 2nd and 3rd graders. On a day to day basis I helped with language...
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"Ahmed is amazing. He's very reliable, responsible, respectful and dedicated. Our children absolutely adore him."
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Tanya R.
Winnetka, CA
$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
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: Hi, my name is Tanya, I have 9 years of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I'm also CPR and first aid certified, and have experience working with...
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"Tanya helped us with our 2 boys. The passion this girl has for helping others is of no limit. She goes above and beyond. Great girl"
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Hi my name is Hope , I have been pursuing nannying as my full time job for the last 5 years. I absolutely love what I do and can't imagine working somewhere that doesn't involve some form of childcare. In the last 5 years I've worked for 2 families for long term, until my help was no longer required. Both families have had 2...
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"Our three little ADORE Hope! She is always on time, respectful, communicative and involved with our kids. She is trustworthy and kind hearted. Always our number one choice!"
Reviewed by Nicole C.
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Hi my name is Caitlin and I would love to work for you!
I am a flexible nanny open to working part time or full time. I have worked as a nanny, date night sitter, babysitter, mothers helper, and just occasional help from time to time. I have been working with children for a little 5+ years and have experience with babies all...
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"Caitlin helped us out on a couple of nights with our 5 year old son, who enjoyed his time with her. She's punctual with a warm personality. We recommend hiring her!"
Reviewed by Jane H.
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I have 4 years of experience working with children. I enjoy working with children and helping them learn! I attend California State University, Northridge (CSUN), my major is Psychology and my minor is Child Development. I am flexible with my weekend availability!
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"Leslie was such a delight. She worked with our special needs son, getting him ready in the morning for his volunteer day job. She was reliable and trustworthy."
Reviewed by Patricia M.
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I am Miriam a 40 years old now, I am happily married with one 17-year-old girl. I have been a personal caregiver for over 15 years and I thoroughly enjoy and love the elderly. I see my job as a ministry to give back to those who have given so much in their lifetime. In addition to providing companionship, I can help monitor...
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Hi, my name is Katie and I'm 28 years old and currently live with my husband and our 10-month-old pup in Woodland Hills.
I am very outgoing, very loving/nurturing, active, reliable and responsible! I have been working with children for over 10 years now, including 1 year at a preschool as an aid in a 3-4-year-old class room. I...
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"Katie worked for us on extremely last minute notice when my child was feeling under the weather. She was super responsive when I emailed and texted her. She seemed very knowledgeable and laid back. My baby...
Reviewed by Angie T.
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Hi there, when it comes to special needs, I know first hand how its so very important to take care of a little one with special needs from a high functional to a low functional child, every child is different. I grew up taking care of my brother who had severe cerebral palsy at a early age, and my daughter is also a high...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Canoga Park, CA
Alexandra B.
5.0
Sasha is a very kindhearted person. She was punctual and professional. We look forward to working her with again.
- Mimi B.
Sharon P.
5.0
Sharon was an excellent kindergarten teaching assistant. She was very gentle, patient, and understanding of their needs at that age. Students responded well to her in return. Sharon followed directions, was efficient and effective with her work with students. She was a team player and got along with...
- Care member
Jessie V.
5.0
Jessie was beyond incredible. My dad had knee replacement surgery and needed a lot of help during his recovery. I feel so lucky to have found Jessie. He is extremely polite, very reliable, and goes above and beyond to help. He honestly became like a member of our family. I would have no hesitation...
- Bryan P.
Adela M.
5.0
Adela is caring and professional. She has many decades experience of being a nanny and it shows with how she interacts with my son. Plus she’s on time and communicative!
- Care member
Martha A.
5.0
Martha is honest, hard-working, and patient. She is a strong communicator and logged all of our daughter's activities each day for us. While she has a lot of experience with children, she follows the parents' wishes and only provides her perspective when asked. I did find that she has valuable...
- Suzanne F.
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Ratings for Canoga Park, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Canoga Park, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.