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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Playa del Rey, CA
The average rate is $40/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Playa del Rey, CA
5.0
(12)
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As a babysitter I understand that every child is raised differently and parents expect certain behaviors in their homes; my personality/ responsibilities vary with who I'm caring for, I can be dramatic and playful when I need to be or very serious and guiding. I'm a really creative and outdoorsy young adult and it tends to...
5.0
"Savannah took care of our 17 month old son. She is punctual and dependable. Savannah set a checklist prior to caring for our son, so all questions we're answered and she was aware of our son's schedule. She is...
Reviewed by Marie B.
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I love all kids of all types, my main goal after college is to start my own foster home. I'm very good with kids but I have not had to much experience with special needs. In middle school and some of high school, I helped with some of the special need kids after school and that's when I knew I wanted to work with them more. I...
5.0
"We highly recommend Makayla. She provided care on two different days with our special needs son. She is honest, helpful, kind, and trustworthy. She was amazing during a very challenging time when he was very...
Reviewed by Jane B.
Evangelina F.
Santa Monica, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I am a loving, caring, and experienced mother with over 19 years of childcare experience with children of all age ranges, from infants to teenagers. This knowledge comes from my time both as a daycare worker as well as raising my two daughters. I have experience and coursework in early childhood development and children with...
5.0
"Evangelina is very knowledgeable in the field of child development and is very patient with kids."
Reviewed by Ariana P.
Latriss C.
Hawthorne, CA
$34/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.4
(8)
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Hi there I'm a certified nurse assistant for 2yrs I also worked for junior blind with special needs kids I also work for lausd school district and Sharon care center which a Convalescent home as you can see I love helping people
5.0
"Latriss was very loving, caring & helpful she made my life easier "
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Hello, I'm Jess, a Speech Language Pathology master's student, set to graduate by May 2024. I began providing childcare in 2014 while supporting myself through undergrad at UCSB, passionately caring for kids via Care. com. Since then, I've nurtured a diverse range of children, from newborns to lively toddlers and school-aged...
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"Jess is a stellar caretaker. My two children (2-year-old girl and 4-year-old boy) took to her immediately. In my house, it's not easy for me to "escape" my children but Jess has a certain way about her that...
Reviewed by Allison T.
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(1)
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I have been working as a caregiver to special needs children, and a nanny since 2007. My duties have included, but were not limited to: changing diapers, feeding both by mouth and feeding tube, entertaining, laundry, cooking, and cleaning.
I have been with a wonderful family for the past year and a half, and I feel so fortune...
5.0
"Amelia is one of the most genuine people you will ever meet! When she asks how you're doing or how your child did on a test, shes not just making small talk.. she really does care and lets herself become...
Reviewed by Makayla R.
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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...
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...
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Myesha M.
Los Angeles, CA
$20-50/hr
5.0
(2)
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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...
5.0
"Myesha is a quiet but thoughtful caregiver. She has taken good care of my 86 year old dad, preparing meals, doing laundry when necessary and tending to his basic hygiene and medication management. "
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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,...
5.0
"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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Elizabeth (Lily)
I have always loved working with and building relationships with children. Over the last seven+ years, I have gained experience with infants, children with special needs, and kids of all ages from newborn to 13 yrs old. My priority as a nanny is to openly communicate with parents and work with them to implement...
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"A+! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Lily. She has been an absolute gift to my family this past year. Lily came to nanny with us when my son was ~three months old at the start of the pandemic and has...
Reviewed by Elizabeth P.
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Hello my name is Alexis H,
I am a loving mother to my 2-year-old son. Very passionate about anything that I do.
Currently studies in child development with some units completed. Along with years of experience with child care.
Managed a motor sensory gym for children of all abilities. Autism Spectrum and Special Needs...
5.0
"Alexis is very sweet and personable. My kids loved her, and my toddler is pretty particular. She was early everyday and she actively played with my preschooler so he had a lot of fun with her. She is wonderful!"
Reviewed by Aarika S.
Christina C.
Santa Monica, CA
$19-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I have always been around friends and family members with disabilities and feel very natural with lending a helping hand. In high school and college I was a part of best buddies and was a part time caretaker in college for a girl with cerebral palsy.
5.0
"Christina was a nanny for my 15 year old daughter with cerebral palsy. They are still close friends and I appreciate everything she did while working for us!"
Reviewed by Jane A.
Crystiani S.
Redondo Beach, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.
5.0
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Hi Family,
I'm Crystiani, from Brazil, 36 yo.
I did an childhood course, since then I've worked with children from 0 to 4 years old as a teacher before moving.
My experience in U. S. is since 2013.
I was a live in from 2013 to 2015 during this time I was responsible for 13 yo twins, one of them with special needs (one of...
5.0
"Crys was our full time nanny for about 4 months before she made a career transition. She took care of our triplet infants during this time.
Crys is an amazing, wonderful nanny and we miss her terribly! She...
Reviewed by Dinesh C.
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(1)
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Lindsay S.
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I started caring for people with special needs over 10 years ago as a behavioral therapist. I have worked with a large range of individuals diagnosed with a developmental disability, ages ranging from 2 years old to end of life.
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"Tamara was an absolutely wonderful sitter! She communicated well to us during her visit, was kind, patient, friendly and very helpful babysitting C. who is 6 years old and on the spectrum. We felt very...
Reviewed by Felonise T.
Mia I.
Los Angeles, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certified Childcare Professional
5.0
(2)
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I love children and incorporating Spanish as part of the playing activities together with over 26 years in theater musicals, stage dance performance for students and international folklore educational performances and workshops organized by The International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts (CIOFF),...
5.0
"I interviewed Mia for our babysitting job. she was really warm, friendly and open... my daughter loved her and didn't want her to go (even kept talking about her the day after). I'm looking forward working with...
Reviewed by Iris G.
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Hi! My name is Alyssa and I have been working with families off of Care for more than 12 years.
A little about me:
I have a master's degree, ECE, elementary and special education teaching experience.
My childcare background includes caring for multiples, newborns, toddlers, medical and special needs children.
I've worked...
5.0
"We hired Alyssa as a date night babysitter for our two boys ages 8 and 4. She has been the only babysitter we have hired where both my boys ask for her to come back! From the start, she is friendly, thorough...
Reviewed by Care member
Yvette V.
Inglewood, CA
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have Been A Caregiver For 19 Years. I Have Worked With Patient Ages 59 Years Old - 108 Years Old
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Yvette V
Summary:
I am Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients.
Core Qualifications
Certified...
5.0
"Yvette is the most compassionate nurse/ caregiver I have ever known. I hired her to help me with my father he had pancreatic cancer. I was handling all of my fathers care from the afternoon until the morning…...
Reviewed by Care member
Marcella F.
Los Angeles, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
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Hello, I am Marcella, I am 29 yo. My child care experience includes all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I am willing to do housekeeping that includes light housework, laundry, and meal preparation. Keeps children's living and play areas tidy. Help with homework...
5.0
"We've had Marcella sit for us twice now. We are very happy with our experiences with her. Marcella is very sweet and we appreciate her experience and confidence in taking care of our daughter. Our daughter gets...
Reviewed by Francesca L.
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Before being an Early Intervention Teacher at Pediatric Therapy Network, my mother worked with children and adults with special needs for over 20 years. Working with children has shown me the significance and beauty in helping people become independent and active members in society.
5.0
"Robinna has been the best babysitter we've had for our special needs son. Not only did she take the time to get to know our son. She constantly interacts with him the whole time she spends time with him. My...
Reviewed by Elinor R.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Playa del Rey, CA
Savannah L.
5.0
Savannah took care of our 17 month old son. She is punctual and dependable. Savannah set a checklist prior to caring for our son, so all questions we're answered and she was aware of our son's schedule. She is very sweet and an excellent sitter.
- Marie B.
Makayla D.
5.0
We highly recommend Makayla. She provided care on two different days with our special needs son. She is honest, helpful, kind, and trustworthy. She was amazing during a very challenging time when he was very active one day; and another day was experiencing seizures. Our family is so grateful for...
- Jane B.
Evangelina F.
5.0
Evangelina is very knowledgeable in the field of child development and is very patient with kids.
- Ariana P.
Latriss C.
5.0
She’s hands on and passionate on what she does. You basically give her instructions and she would exceed expectations by giving extra care that you need.
Very professional and a good communicator.
- Care member
Jessica V.
5.0
Jess is a stellar caretaker. My two children (2-year-old girl and 4-year-old boy) took to her immediately. In my house, it's not easy for me to "escape" my children but Jess has a certain way about her that made my children happy to play with her while I worked in another area of the...
- Allison T.
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