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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lakewood, CA
The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Lakewood, CA
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I'm a Child Development major with plans to pursue a career as a special needs teacher. I have experience working in home as a behavioral technician providing therapy for children with behavioral needs and training to parents. I have worked in the local school district as a paraprofessional providing educational, medical,...
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"Bella goes above and beyond when watching my children. She makes it fun for and is very trust worthy. They always ask if Bella will be the one to watch them, if A babysitter is needed. She also babysat for my...
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Hello there! Hi I'm Anna and I enjoy working with kiddos. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Science, an AA in Social Science and over 30 units in Child Development. I have experience in a classroom environment and worked as a teacher's assistant at East Los Angeles College Child Development Center where I learned a lot...
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"Anna watched our 2 yr old during the day for 9 months and was wonderful with her. She would bring crafts and educational games, plan and take her on outings to museums and libraries. Absolutely loved Anna and...
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Hi! I have plenty of years of experience working with children, from infants to teens. I taught 3rd-5th grade at the after school program Think Together and ran the program as Site Coordinator. I have worked as a direct interventionist with special needs children. I have also worked plenty of summer camps as head counselor. I...
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"Karissa was hired for a one time baby sitter needed for my family who attended our wedding. My family members' children have a lot of energy and can be a lot to manage but Karissa was patient and kind and was...
Reviewed by Jocelyn L.
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I have over 8 years of experience with newborns/infants (0-6 months); toddlers(1-5) and children (10-12). I've worked with different families in the LA area. I am very responsible and committed to my job and responsibility when caring for children. I also work part-time as a Physician Assistant finishing my Master's degree in a...
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"Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation."
Reviewed by Jorge E.
Michaela C.
La Mirada, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! I am a current college student who is majoring in Elementary Education. I have experience working at an elementary and middle school and have also been a full time nanny. I am dependable, patient, hardworking and creative. I am fully capable to help your child with schoolwork or to help with their developmental needs and...
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"I was able to meet Michaela over zoom ahead of time. She was extremely gracious as I was extremely late to our zoom meeting, but she was super sweet and patient with me and was willing to meet with us anyway!...
Reviewed by Jasmine C.
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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...
Mikaela M.
Norwalk, CA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Mikaela. I would love the opportunity to get to know you and your family. I am 25 years old and have been working with kids for 6 years. I have worked with families with special needs, families with multiple children and I am extremely
comfortable with fur babies. When I am not nannying you can find me...
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"Mikaela is very hardworking and makes great meals for us to enjoy. She is responsible, caring and has a great personality. I miss her!
Mikaela is a very nice and fun person to be around. She makes a lot of...
Reviewed by Christie V.
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Hello! My name is Tiara and I am 24years old! I am a Fun, creative and down to earth person. I love to laugh and make people smile (: I have 8years of experience babysitting and nannying. I am a non-smoker, I have reliable transportation with a clean driving record and background check. I am also good with all kinds of pets! I...
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I work mostly dementia, special needs, stroke, diabetes, etc.. I do cooking, housekeeping, laundry and etc.
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"She great caregiver for my folks, she cooked, she awesome"
Reviewed by Craig L.
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My previous experience is working as a 1:1 Para Educator for the Transition to Independence program at Palos Verdes Peninsula USD and Torrance USD as a Health Clerk.
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I have been working with children for over 14 years. I currently work at a high school with Special Needs students and nanny a 7-year-old in Tustin. I am seeking a nanny position closer to home.
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"I have had Angela as a sitter for my adult disabled daughter for 3 years. She is a wonderful, caring provider, dependable provider and I have never had any reason to question my decision to hire her. She has...
Reviewed by Sharon L.
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Having been a clinical bodywork therapist, I have seen many children on the spectrum as well as developmental delay children. I have been able to utilize my experience and special techniques to help children with special needs.
Sara M.
Norwalk, CA
$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Sara, I'm a mother of twin boys, age 18. I speak English and Spanish. I have my own car, clean driving and criminal record. I'm a very nice kind, loving, caring, fun, energetic, outgoing person, who loves kids. I've been a nanny for more then 10 years. I have worked with all ages, twins, additionally I have worked...
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"Sara has been with our family now for close to two years. Words can not express what a blessing Sara has been to our family. Not only has she cared for our child extraordinarily well, she has cared for the...
Reviewed by Mitchell R.
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Experienced babysitter available for weeknight and weekend babysitting jobs.
Career Nanny of 16 years looking for full time opportunity
Occasional Sitter with Over 16 Years Experience
Special needs and I enjoy one on one reading writing crafts
activities sports baking cooking
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"Merlinda is reliable responsible outgoing attention to detail."
Reviewed by Veronica G.
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Hey everyone! My name is Claire and I am a freshmen business major at BIOLA university in California! I have been babysitting and caring for children as long as I can remember! I have had multiple babysitting jobs throughout high school as well as assisting in my church nursery. I have experience caring for large families,...
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"Claire is a rare find in a college student. Responsible, conscience, kind, and willing. She has a good attitude and works hard at whatever she does."
Reviewed by Jenny L.
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I am a rising second year student in the MS-SLP program at Biola University. I have experience with all ages and have been babysitting for 6+ years. I have experience with a range of special needs children.
I am looking to work with a family over the summer starting as soon as you need. Please reach out with any questions!
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"Leanna cared for our 1 year old full time as an in home nanny. She was gentle, caring, knowledgeable, and sweet with our daughter. She was punctual and flexible with our changing schedule. Most of all, our...
Reviewed by Alessa S.
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I have provided care for children of all ages; however, I am most experienced with children under the age of 6. I also have over a year of experience in in-home care with a special need child, and additional experience with children on the autism spectrum.
I have early childhood development education through my bachelor of...
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"Susannah has been a long time babysitter for my kids and they just love her. I love Susannah because she always goes above and beyond when she's watching the kids. It's things like the dishes are done or...
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enthusiastic personality
patient & communicative
loves to learn & teach
engaging & energetic
creative & empathetic
- experience with toddlers, baby & special needs
- recent master's graduate from Parsons
- undergrad from South Dakota State University
- studied abroad three times
- CPR certified
- valid driver's...
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"We hired Georgialee last February while we worked from home, so we saw her throughout the day teaching and caring for our children. Georgialee is safety-conscious and complied with all COVID safety protocols....
Reviewed by Christine S.
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I have over 13 years of experience taking care of young children including infants/premature babies and adults with special needs. I am a very caring person, so being a caregiver comes naturally for me. I am an outgoing person who is always looking for ways and ideas to keep your loved one entertained. I love being outdoors,...
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"Sabrina is very friendly, reliable and trustworthy. We hired her for night-sitting and to help us with sleep training. Now that baby sleeps through the night (thanks to Sabrina's help), we plan to use her in...
Reviewed by Mike O.
Dawne F.
Long Beach, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic, Caring, Reliable, Creative, Positive, Multi-diverse, Experienced Nanny & Babysitter
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Dear Family,
Look no further!
I have 42 yrs exp as an energetic, positive, loving caregiver which includes: mother of 3 daughters, infant & child care, early childhood dev, preschool & special ed, health & nutrition, behavioral guidance, respite care for families with special needs or senior care, teaching with LBUSD, & owner...
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"We were blessed to have Dawne take care of my son from about age 3 months until he was almost 2 years. Dawne is professional, punctual and has had the experience of raising three beautiful and smart daughters...
Reviewed by Melania C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lakewood, CA
Bela C.
5.0
Bella goes above and beyond when watching my children. She makes it fun for and is very trust worthy. They always ask if Bella will be the one to watch them, if A babysitter is needed. She also babysat for my foster twins, which she took amazing care of when they were newborns. I wouldn’t trust...
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Anna A.
5.0
Anna helped care for our 1 year old for almost 1 year. She was extremely flexible and quick to respond. She was fantastic with our son and provided the best care!
- Care member
Karissa G.
5.0
Karissa is so very caring and dependable. Our Lucy loves her very much and we feel so fortunate to know and trust Karissa.
- Care member
Auria A.
5.0
Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation.
- Jorge E.
Michaela C.
5.0
I was able to meet Michaela over zoom ahead of time. She was extremely gracious as I was extremely late to our zoom meeting, but she was super sweet and patient with me and was willing to meet with us anyway! She was open and warm with myself and the kids. The day of the our booking she reached out...
- Jasmine C.
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Ratings for Lakewood, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Lakewood, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.