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439 special needs caregivers are listed in Los Angeles, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Los Angeles, CA
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I've been lucky enough to work in childcare for 17 years and am incredibly passionate about working with kids! I've cared for all genders and ages, from premies to teenagers. I have some experience working with special needs and disabilities. I've cared for twins multiple times as well. My past involvement has ranged from part...
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"Kelsey was a great dogsitter for our huskies! She was sweet, thoughtful, and able to get along with two energetic dogs. She was kind enough to give them extra time and attention beyond the requirements of the...
Reviewed by Lindsay S.
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Hi. My name is Barbara. I love working with kids. I enjoy everything about them and I am comfortable with all part of spending time with them. I love reading, sports, painting and doing fun activities. I am capable of completing tasks and doing routine chores. I am 32 years old. I speak both English and Spanish and I'm certified...
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"Barbara is a phenomenal nanny. She is patient, loving, loves to teach and is incredibly in tune with our 1 year old. She taught us so much as first time parents and helped get our baby on a schedule and to...
Reviewed by Nikki R.
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Hello! My name is Tesla and I am a bachelor's-degree-educated Registered Nurse in Los Angeles, California. I have been a nanny and/or babysitter for over a decade and am hoping to bring more of the playful joy I experience in those roles into my life. I have additionally tutored most school subjects through high school and into...
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"Tesla is amazing. Until I hired her to be a part time nanny for my LO, only my family members had cared for him. It was easy to trust Tesla with him which means everything when it comes to my son. She always...
Reviewed by Heather P.
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I am an experienced 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, and physical growth in children....
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"Absolutely amazing nanny! Our family is so lucky to have found her. She's caring, creative, and connects so well with our child. Every day is a new adventure, and our little one adores her. Couldn't be happier!"
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Hi! My name is Jeanette, and caring for children has always been one of my passions. With over 10 years of babysitting experience, I've had the privilege of being a trusted caregiver with several families, nannying infants as young as 4 months old to teenagers. Professionally, I've worked as an art educator and language teacher,...
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"Jeannette has baby sat my 5 year old on a few occasions so I could actually have a date night, and did a great job. She was communicative, proactive, and my kid loved her. They played games, she got her to bed...
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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....
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"Flo cares about people and creates beautiful food and recommends everyone be their best and to be happy. That is all good qualities for a care position. Many ways she’s overqualified."
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Myesha M.
Los Angeles, CA
$20-50/hr
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Hi I'm My. I have been a full time caregiver for over a year now. Part time for over 5, helping family. A little about me, I've always been the type to care about the well-being of others. I enjoy cooking and cleaning, I am always open to change and willing to go the extra mile for my clients. I have experience with clients who...
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"Myesha did an awesome job taking care of my dad. He was difficult to deal with and she was extremely patient and did an excellent job caring for him!"
Reviewed by Kelly W.
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With a gentle hand and a caring heart, I love what I do. God has guided me as well as annointed my hands to care for people who need my services. For over 29 plus years I have been honored to have worked with various types of clients, Special Needs, Dementia/Alzhimers, Post Surgery, Tramatic Brain Injuries, Stroke, Parkinson,...
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"Andrea is very engaging with my mom and treats her like she's family. Most of all, she's very patient."
Reviewed by Sheila R.
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I began volunteer work for Special Olympics. I did this up until I left for college at age 19. In college, I worked at a coffee shop called Bitty and Beau's which employ people with intellectual disabilities. This was my favorite part of college!!
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Hello! I love kids and creating a positive atmosphere. I have experience caring for children and teenagers with Austism. I also have cared for nonverbal individuals.
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I worked with special needs children in an educational setting for 1. 5 years. (autism, cerebral palsy, emotional disturbed, ADD & ADHD)
It was very rewarding helping my students accomplish their developmentally appropriate goals and watching them grow!
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I'm a preschool teacher with plenty of experience in the care of children with special needs. I've worked with kids in the autism spectrum, those with anger issues, and others with undiagnosed behavioral and developmental issues. Although I wouldn't say I'm an expert in this field, I do bring a lot of experience to the table...
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Hello! My name is Hildy. I have been a caregiver for children of all ages for over 12 years and I am currently working at Duke Hospital. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to work closely with children with Autism and Down syndrome as well as children who are hospitalized. Several strengths acquired include:
- Attentive...
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I have 14 years professional experience supporting neuro-diverse youth and adults in home, job, school and community settings. I have worked with individuals with ASD, Down's Syndrome, CP and seizure disorders. I currently work for the Manhattan Beach Unified School District.
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I am a musician and I nanny part-time. I've always had a passion for spending time and helping children with special needs. I would love the opportunity to help families that require the extra help. I love the creativity that comes along with this job and the unique and beautiful experience of caring for a child with special...
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As a special needs caregiver for an individual with autism and bi-polar disorder, I take great satisfaction from being a source of support - both physically, as far as assistance with more sensitive manual tasks, as well as assisting with carrying items and caring for pet, and emotionally - and a friend to help interact with the...
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Hi my name is Carolyn, I'm 25 years old and I currently live in Tahoe Vista, CA. I have 10 plus years of great experience in both teaching special needs children/adults and caring for them. I have worked as head lifeguard and swim instructor/team coach, girls softball assistant coach, piano instructor. boys and girls club...
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My experience is primarily with Autism Spectrum Disorder, but I do have experience with other special needs as well. I have taught special needs kids primarily in a pool setting at both the YMCA and Goldfish Swim School and I have formal child developmental psychology education from Fisher College in Boston, MA.
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I am PCA certified. I work every week with an autistic girl and her family. We are working with her to help cure her from the autism and it is an amazing process. I love the fact that I can be the one to help out and make a difference in that girl's life, and I hope I can do the same in your child's.
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Hello. My goal is to help kiddos achieve their potential, goals, and live in better conditions autonomously. I strive to create a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment for the family system.
I have 11 years experience doing caretaking, caregiving, and ABA. Virtually, I'm studying my Master's in Marriage and Family...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Los Angeles, CA
Kelsey K.
5.0
Kelsey was a great dogsitter for our huskies! She was sweet, thoughtful, and able to get along with two energetic dogs. She was kind enough to give them extra time and attention beyond the requirements of the job (e.g., taking them for longer walks). Would have her back any time.
- Lindsay S.
Barbara A.
5.0
Barbi has been with our family for three years and has helped take care of our son since he was 3 months old. She is a fantastic nanny that really puts her soul into her work and develops a special bond with the kids in her care. Any kid (and family) would be lucky to have her as a nanny. She is...
- Care member
Tesla W.
5.0
I was in LA for a short amount of time and needed a sitter. Tesla was quick and reliable. My daughter is still learning and I had to let go a bit to allow Tesla to do her job. I was so grateful for her. She’s very kind, nurturing and loving to children. My daughter cried for her when she left. I...
- Jasmine M.
Kimberly L.
5.0
Kim was warm and engaging to both our baby and toddler. Our kids ended up sleeping through most of her time, and Kim went above and beyond and swept our floors and folded laundry. I really appreciate her!
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Jeanette L.
5.0
Great nannie for my 6 month old. Reliable, easy to communicate with, and honestly cared about my kid.
- Jon F.
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Ratings for Los Angeles, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Los Angeles, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 237 reviews of the 439 listed special needs caregivers.