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Gabriella S.

Patient, Creative Care For Children Of All Abilities And Personalities!

Northridge, CA

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$28/hr
15 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a mom of two (11 and 1) with 15+ years of babysitting experience and over 10 years working with kids and adults with autism and other special needs. I've worked in homes and schools, taken early childhood education courses, and I'm currently in school to become a speech-language pathologist. I'm patient, creative, and love...
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Northridge, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hello!! I am currently a 20-year-old college student looking to babysit for the summer and continuing into my junior year of school! I am studying music therapy and love working with kids of special needs and elderly in hospice care. I have two years of experience babysitting, and I would love to grow that experience...
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The Lady That Babies Always Smile And Stare At!

Northridge, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Antoinette, but I go by Toni or TJ. I've been a caregiver all my life. I babysat from junior high thru high school when I became a nanny to 3 kids, one with special needs. I drove the kids who attended school out of the home, to and from school in the family's cars (a van and a sedan) until I moved away to...
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Northridge, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I would love to help! A bit about me, I'm the oldest of 3, I've worked with kids from 3 days old to preteens, I'm also experienced with any special needs and can accommodate to the care your kiddo needs! I grew up playing a lot of sports, I'm working to be a firefighter now, so I'm big on physical play! I prioritize...
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Northridge, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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Northridge, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
companionship
live-in home care
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello , my name is Kathryn , my professional experience is of the following , previous owner/operator of a California licensed child daycare facility 28 years experience. 12 years plus private duty ca-registered home health care . Senior care , Hospice, dementia, Alzheimer's, Developmentally challenged special needs, Autism ,...
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Northridge, CA

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$24/hr
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
live-in home care
meal prep
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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Northridge, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
transportation
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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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)
from
$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
Grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
+ 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)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 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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Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
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)
from
$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
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
+ 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
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
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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Babysitter/Nanny

Reseda, CA

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
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 am currently earning my Master's in School Counseling at NYU,...

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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Behavioral Therapist

Valley Village, CA

5.0(1)
from
$47/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as relaxed , silly , generous. I like working with kids because it's the only opportunity we have to make a great impact on them and the world they are going to build . It's our responsibility! I started working with kids when I was in college in North Carolina in 2012. I have my CPR child and baby...

Eric H. says "Sierra was good at communicating, quickly adapted to the kiddos (2 & 6) and they took to her quickly. She was perceptive and felt comfortable with her in...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of July 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

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

Alma L.

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,...

- Siddhartha D.

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