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Lora N.

Experienced, Dependable Special Needs Provider

Cathedral City, CA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, I'm Lori and I've lived out here in the desert for 15 years and I love it out here. I grew up in Iowa and I'm a HUGE animal lover. I have experience in taking care of children and adults. I have been working with special needs kids starting in grade school and had my first paying job working with special needs kids when I...
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Cathedral City, CA

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$24/hr
8 years experience
I have a 8 years of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges, and about 4 years working with children with similar concerns. I started a virtual job when the pandemic hit and I miss working with my people!
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Cathedral City, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Hazel and I would love to help. I'm 10+ years experience worked more with cerebral palsy and epilepsy and intellectual delay mobility, etc.,. Reliable and funny.
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Fun And Sweet

Cathedral City, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm an experienced, responsible and fun-loving babysitter with over 10 years of experience. Work with children is my passion. I have experience with special needs kids. I love to play/teach them a variety of activities. I'm Comfortable taking care of newborns (age 0-3), infants, and toddlers. I'm graduated with a Pre- K teaching...
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Child Care

Cathedral City, CA

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$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
I've been taking care of children for the past 20 years because I'm passionate about helping children grow, learn, and reach their full potential. As a creative and friendly individual, I connect easily with children and create a safe and nurturing environment where they thrive. I keep parents updated on their child's day and am...
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Caring And Creative Babysitter

Cathedral City, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Raquel. I was a recreation supervisor at a resort for the past two years. My daily duties included organizing activities for kids, ensuring toys and equipment are clean, and keeping the kids safe. In addition, I have been a babysitter for the past three years taking care of children from the ages of 3 months to...
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Cool Sitter

Desert Hot Springs, CA

3.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! Currently a Health Para with a school district in our Valley. Having years of experience working with children, including special needs. CPR/First Aid certified

Shelby C. says "Marisol arrived 20 minutes early, as I requested, eager to meet my child! She was nothing but kind and respectful. She is also bilingual. Would highly...

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Part Time Babysitter

Desert Hot Springs, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Jasmine - a lifelong kid-at-heart with over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. I've worked as a professional babysitter and ABA therapist, supporting children with special needs in both home and school settings. I'm currently a substitute teacher, so working with kids is something I...

Jackie C. says "Jasmine is very warm and friendly. My children loved her. I would definitely use her again and recommend her to others."

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Im Compassionate, Loving, And Patient

Palm Springs, CA

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Im 19 years old and I've babysat over 30 kids in the last seven years, from infants to the crucial learning years to those with disabilities and special needs. Kids honestly bring me so much joy and happiness, and from them I've learned to be compassionate, loving, and kind. I enjoy the small and beautiful moments that you can...

Nicole S. says "Kailey was amazing when I met her she showed up on time, she was very polite, asked many questions about day to day and special things my family might...

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Rancho Mirage, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Rosa and I am 30 years old. I enjoy caring for others from young ages to seniors. I have been an overall caregiver now for 8 years. I began working for a company that provides respite care for children with special needs and then moved on to care for seniors. Before going into working with seniors I prepared...
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Rancho Mirage, CA

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
hospice services
transportation
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
My mother had a severe stroke years ago and outside of the nursing home, I was her primary caregiver. I also have a mentally handicapped brother-in-law and I have been his primary caregiver for many years when he's in town for holidays. I am very comfortable around people with special needs, no matter the age! I am very...
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Desert Hot Springs, CA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I am Alicia, I want parents to never feel alone and think that their doing it all by themselves I'm on call ready to help whenever u give the word.
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Desert Hot Springs, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a patient, calm, and friendly caregiver with five years of experience. My passion is to nurture children's growth and development, and I strive to create a safe, stimulating environment for them. I believe in open communication with parents and provide daily written reports and verbal updates at pickup. I'm comfortable...
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Fun Sitter!

Rancho Mirage, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
Hello! My name is Raina and I am interested in becoming a full time nanny (or for as long as I'm needed)! So a little about myself, I have been working with children for about 5+ years. I started off as a daycare teacher for about 3 years and eventually began nannying/ babysitting frequently! I I am CPR and First Aid certified....
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Caregiver/driver

Palm Springs, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have cared for children and adults with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, alzheimer, paraplegics, etc.
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Palm Desert, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
HI there, I'm looking primarily for part-time work. I have 20+ years working with special needs children in a tutoring capacity, and I've been a nanny throughout my life for children of all ages. I grew up with a cousin who is severely autistic (nonverbal), so I'm well accustomed to the lifestyle of special needs people. I love...
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Thousand Palms, CA

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$11/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I do not have much experience with special needs other than: tubes, bags, dementias of any kind, little people, epilepsy, cerebral palsy.
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Desert Hot Springs, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
As a nurturing caregiver with three years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My calm and creative personality creates a nurturing environment for kids to learn, play, and thrive. I communicate openly with parents through daily reports, verbal communication, and regular updates. I am...
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Licensed Vocational Nurse

Desert Hot Springs, CA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello, I am licensed nurse. I have experience working with infants- early adulthood . I also enjoy working with special needs children. If you have any questions or concerns please don't hesitate to call or message me. I strive to provide the best care for you and your love ones.
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Rancho Mirage, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Am a Compassionate caregiver, I like to work with special needs because it gives me fulfillment and a purpose in life. I've worked with a Duchenne muscular dystrophy patient, type one diabetic teenager, autistic youths, down syndrome teenager. I like to help them with their day to day activities which greatly improves their...
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  • The average post rate is $23.17/hr as of January 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Cathedral City, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Cathedral City, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 55 listed special needs caregivers

Marisol V.

Marisol arrived 20 minutes early, as I requested, eager to meet my child! She was nothing but kind and respectful. She is also bilingual....

- Shelby C.

Jasmine C.

Jasmine is very warm and friendly. My children loved her. I would definitely use her again and recommend her to others.

- Jackie C.

Kailey G.

Kailey was amazing when I met her she showed up on time, she was very polite, asked many questions about day to day and special things my...

- Nicole S.

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