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Thais S.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm Thais I'm from Brazil. I took care of twins for 3 years, they were 8 months old. second experience the boy was 2 years old and the baby girl was 6 months old, for 2 years. third experience two girls they were 7 and 8 years old for 1 year. fourth experience 3 kids, the baby girl was 11 months old and I pick up the boys from...

Dan L. says "Thais is an all-star. We were fortunate to have her watch over our 1-month old for a day. She was communicative, punctual, and caring. We would have had no...

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Hailee O.

Fun And Engaging Nanny

Pasadena, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
My name is Hailee and I am available for part-time/occasional babysitting in Pasadena or the surrounding areas! I've been involved in childcare for 7 years now and LOVE working with children. I am creative, empathetic, organized, and administrative. I have experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds, including...

Candice C. says "Hailee was a pleasure to have as our nanny for 3 months. She has a special knack with babies, they love her. Hailee sang and created fun stories and...

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Ashleigh D.

Altadena, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there! With over 10 years of experience, I specialize in providing attentive and compassionate care for all ages, including individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. My approach blends patience, reliability and creativity to foster a supervised, safe, and enjoyable atmosphere. I hope to hear from you!

Carmit E. says "Ashleigh has been working with my young adult son who is on the autism spectrum. We love her. She is kind, professional, caring, and reliable. My son love...

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Rachel M.

Part Time Babysitter / Nanny

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi Parents! With over seven years of childcare experience, I bring a perfect blend of compassion, reliability, professionalism, and fun! Key Highlights: Located near Beverly Hills Reliable Safe transportation TrustLine registered CPR certified Experienced with children of all ages, including special needs Light meal prep &...

Care Member says "Rachel took care of my 8 month old girl for a few days, and she was very Caring and loving. Already recommended to our friends and family "

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Kimberly L.

Devoted And Skilled Nanny

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
I am an experienced Registered Behavioral Therapist and dedicated nanny with a passion for nurturing young minds and creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment. With a background in assisting special needs students and a natural affinity for fostering strong bonds, I am committed to promoting emotional, intellectual,...

Care Member says "Kim is a thoughtful and kind sitter and really came through for us and our 2 year old last minute. So patient with our little buddy!"

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Elena F.

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor/Nanny Looking For After School Care Opportunity!

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello there! My name is Elena. I am a lifeguard, swim instructor, part-time babysitter, nanny and after-school caregiver. I have 20+ years of experience in childcare and 15+ years as a lifeguard. I am currently CPR/First Aid certified and working at the West Hollywood Aquatic Center. I am looking for an afternoon/evening...
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Lucinda H.

Special Needs Women

North Hollywood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been taking care of senior citizens for the past 15 years. Experience in distributing medications, bathing, dressing, feeding, tube feeding, cooking, cleaning, mobility issues and some physical therapy. I am outgoing, have a great sense of humor and easy to get along with. I am very patient, and have a good beside manner,...

Care Member says "Lucinda took care of my sister for over 2 years. She was extremely reliable and always ready to help. She not only bathed and dressed the patient but...

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Cicely J.

Pasadena, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have experience with working with children, infant to 18 years of age. Majority children who have developmental disabilities. I have experience working with non verbal children, medically fragile children, children with behavioral disabilities. I am experience in administering medications, via orally and gtube. I have...

Judith V. says "Cicely has cared for my 7yo son, who has special needs, for over a year. She manages his glucose levels, gives g tube feedings and medications, prepares...

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Renie R.

CPR/AED/First-Aid Certified/Vaccinated - Avail Nights, Sat, And Sun - $80 Minimum

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi there, I'm Renie! I've cared for many children, from infants to special needs teens. If you'd like to meet with me as you consider hiring a new sitter for EARLY MORNINGS M-F (local only), NIGHTS, SATURDAYS, OR SUNDAYS, I'm happy to send you more info w/references and have a chat! I'm a fun but mature grown-up you can trust...

Care Member says "She is amazing I had her babysit my son just today and she’s a very sweet soul she has great contact and played and treated him like we do !!! Felt very...

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April C.

I Have 10 Years Of Experience

Van Nuys, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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.
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Brittany H.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
In the summer of 2016, I worked at a camp/rehabilitation that specializes in the care of children, adolescents, and adults with either psychical or mental disabilities. I worked with participants who have Autism, Cerebral Palsy, wheel-chair bound, Un-diagnosed Developmental Delays, MR, etc.
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Chanelle F.

North Hollywood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Chanelle. I live in North Hollywood. I am interested in working with your family. A little about me, I have 10 +years of professional experience with children ages 6-month-old to 18years old. I have my BA in Liberal Studies as well as all of my early childhood classes completed. I am CPR and First Aid certified...

Melissa T. says "I hired Chanelle to work for my employer's family. She helped with the two children (ages 9 & 5). Chanelle is an amazing nanny and person. She is...

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Aleida O.

10+ Years Of Experience With Special Needs

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have provided ABA therapy to children with special needs for over 10 years. I am passionate about doing it because it is so rewarding to see all their accomplishments. It's truly the best feeling ever to witness even the smallest change in a kiddo.
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Alma L.

Panorama City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School and went to Pasadena City College where I did my General Education and Child Development and then became employed by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. Where I have worked as a Pre-School Teacher and Camp Counselor for 27 years and 10 years as a personal...

Siddhartha D. says "Ms. Alma is truly a part of our family. She is trustworthy, caring and active with our two kids. She played with them, did arts and crafts, read to...

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Yanina S.

Babysitter Willing To Work Nights And Weekends Including Holidays Or

Pasadena, CA

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Fully Vaccinated for COVID and Flu Shots. I have taken care of kids from a young age. I worked/volunteered at an Elementary School with 1st Grade kids and after school program ages 5-12. Babysitted family kids including one that had special needs. I care for kids af if they are my own. Have a Child Development Certificate and am...

Adriana B. says "For a mother of 4 kids, I felt I had to hire someone that was capable with the right training, patience and motivation like Yanina. She has taken care...

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Sergio R.

Male Caregiver/Driver/Personal Assistant Available In Pasadena

Pasadena, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a nurse for over 3 decades and currently working a few days a week with an active Quadriplegic providing bowel program, dressing and bathing and also assisting with IV home antibiotic therapy. I most recently worked full time caring for a Quadriplegic actor/writer/comedian who taught me a lot. I am aware of the...

Deborah B. says "We are grateful to have had Sergio as our caregiver. He was initially attentive and able to quickly learn the specific care needs of my spouse. He has...

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Nidia S.

Full Time Caregiver Available

La Crescenta, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been nanny/babysitting for close to 10 years. I have much experience with children of all ages. I was also a caregiver for special needs for about 3 years. I am both CPR and First Aid Certified. I am a responsible, caring, trust worthy person and very nurturing and motherly by nature. I am energetic, creative, and love to...

Quyen N. says "Nidia teaches our sons (ages 4 and 2) Spanish once a week. They love her and look forward to her visit."

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Sahar S.

Part Time Babysitter/nanny AvailableLA, Flexible

North Hollywood, CA

4.7(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 95 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
I am currently a college student and have taken a child care & development courses, worked extensively with babies and toddlers starting at 2 weeks old, have worked with special needs kids, am CPR certified, have taken lifeguard courses, have taught pre-k-1st grade how to swim, I am adaptive, flexible, and focused.

Care Member says "We were visiting LA and Sahar was a great match for us and our 7 year old daughter. Sahar was accommodating, kept constant communication with us, and...

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Luana G.

North Hollywood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Luana, a flight attendant and experienced nanny with over 6 years of childcare experience, including working with newborns, toddlers, and children with special needs like Down syndrome. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, have passed extensive FBI background checks, and am drug-free. I speak English and Portuguese, which is...

Care Member says "Luana has been such a blessing to our family! From the moment she started, our kids (ages 3 and 6) absolutely adored her. She has this natural warmth...

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Florence B.

Chef/ Special Needs Care Giver

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I have 18-years of experience with people with special needs, dementia, gastric tube feeding, and many other chronic illnesses. I'm a chef for many years, my specialty is vegan dishes. I am a life coach and I am ready to be of service. I love people and have a huge heart, practice love and compassion daily, have empathy....

Care Member says "I have known Florence for almost 30 years & she is a considerate, careful & compassionate person. "

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.36/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Glendale, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Glendale, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Thais S.

Thais is an all-star. We were fortunate to have her watch over our 1-month old for a day. She was communicative, punctual, and caring. We...

- Dan L.

Hailee O.

Hailee was a pleasure to have as our nanny for 3 months. She has a special knack with babies, they love her. Hailee sang and created fun...

- Candice C.

Ashleigh D.

Ashleigh has been working with my young adult son who is on the autism spectrum. We love her. She is kind, professional, caring, and...

- Carmit E.

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