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Munika D.

Internationally Educated Babysitter And Teacher

Northridge, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Munika, and I am seeking babysitting hours during the work week (M-F). I studied to become a kindergarten teacher in Germany and worked there teaching children, including some with special needs, for 3 years. I then moved to America to study and improve my English in December 2021. I have since worked for...
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Hello! My Name Is Suhana.

Northridge, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm 20 years old and I live in Northridge, CA. I've had many jobs working in childcare, including; working as a teacher's assistant for two years in a middle school, working at Accredited Nursing for over a year as a respite care worker for a child with special needs, and I'm currently working as a performer. I have multitudes...
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Northridge, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
I have enjoyed many years caring for children, including raising my own three children (as a full-time mom, homemaker and family manager). I home-schooled my kids for 10+ years before they attended public schools. My children are individuals with "2E" autism, ADHD and other neuro-atypicalities. I am very familiar with special...
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Northridge, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello everyone, My name is Alexandra. I am a professional and caring nanny from Colombia with over 5 years of childcare experience in Colombia, Europe, and the United States. I have extensive experience caring for infants, toddlers, and children as young as 3 months old. I have also worked as an au pair in both the Netherlands...
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Smile Maker

Northridge, CA

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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
For over 8 years I have worked with children and infants. I am very good with them. I've taught at day cares ages 3 months-12 years old. I had one toddler who was quite challenging and one day he came to me and said "I Love You" oh how that melted my heart. I taught sign language, reading, science, math, history, I sang with...
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Northridge, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
Hi! My name is Alexandra. I am a reliable and compassionate caregiver from Colombia with over 5 years of experience providing care for individuals of all ages, including seniors and people with special needs. I currently work as a live-in caregiver for a young adult with disabilities, where I assist with personal hygiene, daily...
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Northridge, CA

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$24/hr
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
transportation
Hi! I'm a caring and reliable caregiver with years of experience supporting individuals of all ages, including seniors and those with special needs. I'm passionate about helping others feel safe, valued, and well cared for. I'm dependable, patient, and always ready to lend a hand or a listening ear.
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Canoga Park, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hey, I'm currently a caregiver and have been for over 10 years. Usually, I provide long term care for families! I work with special needs kids and young adults with disabilities. I also double as a mother's helper & I'm a great listener! However, I love kids! I have over 5 years of experience with kids ranging from newborns on...

Care Member says "Nekia is an exceptional nanny who has connected beautifully with our three children, providing them with a loving, safe, and engaging environment. Her...

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Reseda, CA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
I have a younger brother who has down syndrome. We are 2. 5 years apart, and growing up (4 out of 5 kids) him & I were the closest. I did any and everything for him! From walks, to feeding, playing, showering, taking care of everything you can think of. He has cancer for 4 years at 5 years old, and our entire lives changed. He...
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Part Time

North Hills, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 4 years of experience working with children. I enjoy working with children and helping them learn! I attend California State University, Northridge (CSUN), my major is Psychology and my minor is Child Development. I am flexible with my weekend availability!

Patricia M. says "Leslie was such a delight. She worked with our special needs son, getting him ready in the morning for his volunteer day job. She was reliable and...

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Energetic, Fun, Nurturing!

Encino, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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Panorama City, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$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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Part Time Caregiver

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi there, when it comes to special needs, I know first hand how its so very important to take care of a little one with special needs from a high functional to a low functional child, every child is different. I grew up taking care of my brother who had severe cerebral palsy at a early age, and my daughter is also a high...
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Tarzana, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi Family! I would like to introduce myself and let you know more about me. I'm 36 years old, I'm originally from Russia. I have Bachelor's degree in education. I have more than 7 years of paid experience working with children (newborn, toddlers, early and elementary school age and special needs) I absolutely adore kids and love...

Alex F. says "I met Olga when she was working for my neighbors, as a babysitter. She was very nice, hardworking so I asked he to help me with my kid, I would definitely...

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Maira P.'s Photo

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi there! I'm Maira, I'm a mommy of 2 kids ages 14 and 19, so I have all the experience in taking care of the little ones. When it comes to children I like to pride my self in safety , I'm very cautious and safety is my number one priority, kids depend on us Adults to protect them. And showing them good morality and respect...

Ruth C. says "Maira did a wonderful job taking care of my child. Now my little ask for her because she had tons of fun"

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Special Needs Care Provider

Reseda, CA

4.0(0)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience
I have had the distinguished privilege in volunteering for an organization near my home. This organization focuses in promoting and providing a safe, warm environment and care for children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. Working with the organization for three years enabled me to provide quality service...
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Canoga Park, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Hello friends, I'm currently a caregiver and have been for over 10 years. Usually, I provide long term care. I work with special needs and people with disabilities, kids to young adults. I aim to provide quality care unique to every individual and I do so with patience, creativity, and understanding. I'm also willing to learn...

Care Member says "Ne'Kia is trustworthy and reliable. She's been watching our son for date nights for a few years now and she's always our first choice. She has become...

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Babysitter/Nanny

Reseda, CA

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Cloé! I've spent over 8 years caring for children from newborns to teens, including those with special needs. I'm not just a sitter - I'm a mentor, tutor, activity planner, and cheerleader for every child I meet. I have a Bachelor's in Human Development and have my Master's in School Counseling, which helps me support...

Swati G. says "Cloe has been awesome with our 5 year old who needs special care and attention because of his Eczema. She was very attentive and considerate towards my...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of August 2026

  • 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 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Nèkia M.

Nekia is an exceptional nanny who has connected beautifully with our three children, providing them with a loving, safe, and engaging...

- Care member

Leslie Y.

Leslie was such a delight. She worked with our special needs son, getting him ready in the morning for his volunteer day job. She was...

- Patricia M.

Jacklyn R.

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...

- Care member

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