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Brigitte R.

Caregiver!

Northridge, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I am a budding medical professional with a wide skill set dedicated to establishing a career as a registered nurse. I provide care for others with kindness and compassion as evidenced by positions as a health care provider for family, friends and people in the local, national, and international community. I engage with patients...
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Katelyn T.

Spectrum Specialist

Northridge, CA

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$21/hr
6 years experience
I currently work in a moderate to severe special day class in elementary school. I have experience with a wide variety and differing stages of autism. I have some college experience in speech disorders and am proficient in AAC communication. I model, teach, and instruct on a daily basis and feel it's important to help non verbal...
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Brenda C.

Sitter

Northridge, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm a very patient and responsible person. I have experience caring for all ages including children with special needs.
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Martha A.

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
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

Care Member says "Martha was excellent with my 10 week old daughter! She obviously has a lot of experience and was able to keep the baby calm and happy while I worked...

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Jessica L.

Simi Valley, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there. My name is Jess and I am a college graduate with a double major (music education & trumpet performance). I have been babysitting and have training in both First Aid and CPR. Not only do I babysit regularly but I also have experience with special needs children. I also was a nanny for 2 years. For 8 summers straight I...

Jennifer P. says "Jessica has been amazing with my two kids. She is reliable, caring, trustworthy, creative. She is flexible, willing to help with whatever is needed. She...

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Carmen M.

Ms. Carmen!

Stevenson Ranch, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello my name is Carmen! I am a fun, engaging, and cautious nanny who loves gently helping children reach their milestones. I invest time in developing meaningful relationships with the children I care for, aiming to empower them through personalized attention and encouragement. Prior to becoming a nanny, I worked in a daycare,...

Care Member says "Carmen is very kind and has gentle way of caring for our toddler who requires special needs due to a medical condition. Our son loves when she is caring...

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Samantha S.

Van Nuys, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. With three years of experience, I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. My patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor allow me to connect easily with children, and I prioritize open...

Care Member says " Samantha has been a true blessing. Her personalized care, patience, and creativity in engaging our children have made a profound impact on our family....

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Leilani M.

Stevenson Ranch, CA

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Leilani. I'm a friendly person who loves children and pets. I'm taking online classes in college and i'm majoring in early childhood education to plan on becoming an elementary teacher in the future. I have a lot of patience and i'm described as a caring, loving, and reliable person by my friends and family. I...
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Andrew H.

Energetic And Caring Board Certified Autism Technician

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
3 years experience
My name is Andrew I am currently a Nursing student. Before pursuing my nursing career I worked as a behavioral technician. I specialize in care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related conditions. I can also aide young children with tutoring or organization needs. I have been working in this field for over 3 years...

MIREYA M. says "Always on time , easy to communicate with about the wants and needs of my child . Dependable and trustworthy, amazing team player . Andrew will be an...

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Megan H.

Loving And Responsible Nanny

Encino, CA

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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Experienced childcare worker available 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 ones to express...

Elizabeth W. says "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....

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Ingrid G.

Loving Babysitter

Reseda, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
l have 20years of experience in child care, with newborns and infants. I am a responsible person, patient, punctual, creative, fun and lovely. I am a person who respects family values , I have a flexible schedule. I work well with all personality types. I understand the requirements of various special needs when dealing with...

Eniko G. says "Ingrid came for an interview with me and she was on time. She presented herself in a professional way and seemed to be a very kind and loving person. I...

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Nadia W.

Experienced Nanny Available For Full-Time Or Temporary Positions

Porter Ranch, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
With over 10 years of childcare experience, I am a dedicated and reliable caregiver passionate about supporting families and fostering children's growth. Here's a bit about me Professional Background I worked at a daycare in Sherman Oaks before it closed due to COVID. For the past 4 years, I've been a nanny for 4 wonderful...

Care Member says "Nadia worked with our family for 1.5 years, starting when our son was a few weeks old until he started pre-school in early 2025. Nadia's warmth,...

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Selina R.

child care

Van Nuys, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, personable, trustworthy. I like working w/kids because I connect with them. I love teaching and being able to work through important milestones. I work with special needs children as a behavioral therapist for a little over 3 years. I have a total of 7 years experience working as a...

Care Member says "Selina is excellent! She’s very patient and great with kids with special needs. We highly recommend her!"

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Misozi M.

Caregiver

Woodland Hills, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
hello. my name is Mimi. I have been a caregiver for 5years and am also a Certified nursing assistant. I have experience in special needs adults, teenagers and kids. I love working with people with disabilities because it gives me joy to see me help them with daily activities. I have great positive energy, am creative in art...

Catherine M. says "Amazing!! I got in contact with her at 10pm and she was at our house the next morning. I almost thought it was too good to be true because though she...

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Madelyn B.

Kind And Responsible Sitter

North Hollywood, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello! I'm Maddie. After spending the last 10 years living bicoastally between New York and California, I've decided to settle in California and start my own family. Currently, I'm a stay-at-home mom and absolutely cherish every moment. Over the years, I've had the privilege of caring for wonderful, loving families, and I've...

Aliya R. says "I interviewed Maddie for a nannying position to care for my 2-year-old daughter. Throughout the process, she was extremely responsive, flexible, and...

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Jacklyn R.

Energetic, Fun, Nurturing!

Encino, CA

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Jacklyn. I have 10+ years of childcare experience. I've worked with children ages three months up to age 13. Single, twins, and sibling experience. I've had and are comfortable in roles ranging from full-time nanny, babysitter, mothers helper, infant&toddler care, as well as special-needs. Some of my previous...

Care Member says "Jacklyn was very attentive to our 8 year old son. She made sure he was entertained and also helped with schoolwork and housework. She was very flexible...

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Jacqueline C.

Behavi

Canoga Park, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Greetings! I come from a field of psychology which includes child development and special needs care. As a behavioral therapist and a teacher/mentor, I'm comfortable being around infants and teenagers who may need some guidance in behavior. My past positions have allowed me exposure to kids of all types. I love working with the...

Christina C. says "Jacqueline was great and very understanding of our son who has Autism. She was on time, friendly and we could tell she had a ton of knowledge and...

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Sarah M.

Babysitter Or Part-Time Nanny

Sherman Oaks, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
My experience caring for children began when I was 13 years old. I have cared for infants as young as a month old, and up to teenagers. I have experience caring for kids with special needs as well as multiples. I am First Aid certified as well as CPR certified. My bachelor's degree is in Child and Adolescent Development with an...

Sarabeth M. says "Sarah is a natural. My son immediately asked her for a hug when she walked in the door. She's responsible, caring, and arrived on time. My husband and I...

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Kristina M.

Van Nuys, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am looking for a nanny or drop in child care position. I will be available Monday-Friday 8am-6 p.m. or additional times available for drop in. I have over 15 years of experience working with children as well as having a child of my own. I am a licensed CNA and have a valid Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED card. I also have...

Care Member says "Kristina is an amazingly kind, compassionate, patient, and caring caretaker for our families special needs. "

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Cindy L.

Weekend Caregiver

Porter Ranch, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a 43 yr old mortgage industry professional who also has experience in caregiving for both children and seniors. Both age groups find me comfortable to be around and reliable. The kids find me fun to play with and the seniors confide in me as a companion who can assist with whatever needed. I have completed some nursing...

Care Member says "Cindy has been an absolute gem as our babysitter. She is kind, patient, and incredibly reliable. She engages them in creative activities, ensures...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.26/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 Northridge, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Northridge, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Martha A.

Martha was excellent with my 10 week old daughter! She obviously has a lot of experience and was able to keep the baby calm and happy while...

- Care member

Jessica L.

Jessica has been amazing with my two kids. She is reliable, caring, trustworthy, creative. She is flexible, willing to help with whatever is...

- Jennifer P.

Carmen M.

Carmen is very kind and has gentle way of caring for our toddler who requires special needs due to a medical condition. Our son loves when...

- Care member

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