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60 special needs caregivers are listed in San Fernando, CA

The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in San Fernando, CA

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Cynthia R.


San Fernando, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/full-time Nanny

5.0

(3)

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Hello, My name is Cynthia I have over 14 years of experience working with children/special needs I have worked with children from 3 months of age to 19-year-olds. (Special needs) and twins . I absolutely love what I do would not change it for anything in this world. I am a mother of 3 ages 9, 10 and 14 my youngest daughter...
5.0
"Cynthia is a reliable and dependable nanny, she was always on time and showed the utmost dedication to her role of looking after our children and helping me run our household. Not only did she play with the...

Reviewed by Jessica D.

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Cynthia R.


San Fernando, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

FULL TIME CAREGIVER/NANNY

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Hello my name is Cynthia I am 30 years old I am a mother of three beautiful girls ages 9, 7 and 5(special needs pws) I have over 10years of experience working with children and special needs, twins. I been working with children since 2007. I absolutely love my job and love working with children and would not change what I do for...

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Have worked with special needs kids. Early childhood. High school age as well. Patient and kind. Will prepare light meals and keep an eye out for the small things. Inform you of daily routine's and help with light homework or games. I'm a bit older but I can swim if kids need supervision in swimming pool.
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Elaine A.


San Fernando, CA

$30-40/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello there. I must say that I am dedicated, with a gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating all with dignity and respect and a compassionate provider of both special needs and senior care . I can help in providing assistance and supervision on there daily activities, meal prep, medication administration, personal...
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Sondra T.


San Fernando, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time RN

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I am an experienced home health nurse. I help out clients with the activities of daily living: grooming, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, shaving, medication management, treatments, bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
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Jacqueline H.


Newhall, CA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

4.3

(6)

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I am a very dependable, trustworthy, patient and caring person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I am someone who loves the outdoors and believe that too much TV is never a good thing. Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to use their...
5.0
"Jacqueline is a very hard working person she is very flexible which I love the most because it was hard to find someone to work with my schedule I would hired her again in future. Thank you Jacqueline...

Reviewed by Jesus H.

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Deanna M.


Canyon Country, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

A Little About Me

5.0

(1)

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Hi there, Id love to be considered for the care position for your little one(s). I'd describe my personality as compassionate, imaginative, patient and fun! I'm basically a kid at heart yet responsible. I like working with kids because I love engaging with them and watching them learn, grow and create. I'm looking for a...
5.0
"Deanna was awesome! My son loved her and said she was the best sitter :) She was even was able to arrive an hour early (b/c I messed up my reservation time) haha! We will definitely be seeing her again. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Sharon P.


Van Nuys, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Creative, And Sporty.

5.0

(3)

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30 years old in school, reaching my BA. I have two children, a 10-year-old and a 1-year-old. I have my AA in child development. I have experience with children, special needs for 10 years. I love children. Currently, with Tinkergarten, I give classes during the day through outdoor activities. I'm adventurous, crafty, and...
5.0
"She’s a wonderful person , she was always great with my daughter and learned a lot off of her . "

Reviewed by Care member

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Candice V.


Newhall, CA

$22-31/hr6 yrs exp

FRIENDLY CARE

5.0

(2)

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I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Light Housecleaning, Meal Prep, Showers, Shopping, Pet Care, Haircuts and Sets. Nail Care, Massage, Physical Therapy. I am a Certified CNA, Registered RADT. Licensed Cosmetologist. 25+ years of experience. Working with Seniors & Special Needs. Since the children are...
5.0
"Very professional and knowledgeable. I feel very comfortable having her around."

Reviewed by Melissa V.

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Amber K.


Chatsworth, CA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

3.5

(2)

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Hi there! My name is Amber and I have been working with kids for over 10 years. I specialize in child development and have helped a lot of families with kids with special needs. I'm currently looking for part time work to help out and family(s) in need!
5.0
"Amber is amazing with babies. She watched my twins and when they see her they smile. My twins are almost four months old and it's not easy but she is able to manage them with ease. She always shows up early...

Reviewed by Elly Z.

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Malia S.


North Hollywood, CA

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I have had experience with children since I was 12 years old beginning as a babysitter, and then transferring to a nanny. I have worked with children from the age infancy to teenage years. I am originally from Hawai'i, and I have lots of outdoor experience in the water and nature. I am also great with animals, as I grew up on a...
5.0
"Malia is an amazing young woman. She has worked for me for over 4 years now. I have entrusted her with my children, house, dogs/cats, and horse!!! She is smart, reliable, sweet, caring, and loving. All my...

Reviewed by Joeyel R.

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Bethany V.


North Hollywood, CA

$25-28/hr8 yrs exp

Warm, Fun, Engaging

5.0

(3)

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I love working with kids because they are imaginative, creative, present, curious and so much fun. I have been taking care of children since I was about 9 years old and had a 3-year-old niece with special needs. In addition to babysitting my niece from a younger age, I maintained frequent sitter jobs throughout high...
5.0
"Bethany first cared for our 7 month old son less than a month ago and we've already asked her back. She is the ONLY person aside from my mother in law we've allowed to watch our son alone, and I did so with no...

Reviewed by Joanne B.

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Lucinda H.


North Hollywood, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Women

5.0

(5)

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I have been taking care of senior citizens for the past 15 years. Experience in distributing medications, bathing, dressing, feeding, tube feeding, cooking, cleaning, mobility issues and some physical therapy. I am outgoing, have a great sense of humor and easy to get along with. I am very patient, and have a good beside manner,...
5.0
"Lucinda took care of my sister for over 2 years. She was extremely reliable and always ready to help. She not only bathed and dressed the patient but took her to doctor appointments, shopped for her, kept the...

Reviewed by Care member

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Ahmed E.


Van Nuys, CA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Motivator

5.0

(1)

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Hello, I work as a special Ed classroom aide at an elementary school for LAUSD. At the moment I work one on one with a student but I have worked in groups. In the past I have worked as an aide for all grade levels. My current classroom consists of Kinder/1st/ 2nd and 3rd graders. On a day to day basis I helped with language...
5.0
"Ahmed is amazing. He's very reliable, responsible, respectful and dedicated. Our children absolutely adore him."

Reviewed by Care member

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5.0

(1)

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Hi I have a good experience working with special need I could direct them and I could be strong when it's needed I also can write daily report and meals prepare I am opening to follow I will be more than happy to be working for you Hope to hear back from thank you
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Tanya R.


Winnetka, CA

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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: Hi, my name is Tanya, I have 9 years of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I'm also CPR and first aid certified, and have experience working with...
5.0
"Tanya helped us with our 2 boys. The passion this girl has for helping others is of no limit. She goes above and beyond. Great girl"

Reviewed by Care member

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Blanca A.


Chatsworth, CA

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Wonderful Caregiver

4.0

(8)

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Hello, I am a career nanny. I have my Ba in psychology with a minor in child development. I am certified in early childhood intervention in ages 0-3 from USC. I have 10 years of experience working with children with special needs. I am trilingual in English, Spanish, and Basic ASL. I believe in gentle parenting, leading with...
5.0
"Blanca has been such an asset to our family in the short time we have gotten to know her. She is extremely experienced with special needs children, is amazing at crisis intervention and behavioral modification....

Reviewed by Giulia W.

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Katie D.


Northridge, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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4.0

(4)

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Hi, my name is Katie and I'm 28 years old and currently live with my husband and our 10-month-old pup in Woodland Hills. I am very outgoing, very loving/nurturing, active, reliable and responsible! I have been working with children for over 10 years now, including 1 year at a preschool as an aid in a 3-4-year-old class room. I...
5.0
"Katie worked for us on extremely last minute notice when my child was feeling under the weather. She was super responsive when I emailed and texted her. She seemed very knowledgeable and laid back. My baby...

Reviewed by Angie T.

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Samantha P.


North Hollywood, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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My name is Samantha and I am 27 years old. I have 10 + years of experience being a nanny and a home health aid as well as 10 years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I've done odds and ends jobs for multiple families through the years since most my work has been in a more intimate setting. Cleaning,...
5.0
"Samantha is a wonderful caregiver who has become a member of our family. My son and I both love her and would highly recommend her; she is respectful, kind, and very protective of the children in her care. If...

Reviewed by Cindi P.

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Rich A.


Valley Village, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider | Communication Aide | Personal Mentor | Behavior Assistance

5.0

(5)

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Hi! My name is Rich & I would love to help your life become a little easier! I have 10+ years of experience assisting children & young adults as a Private Mentor Coach (sharing special personalized programs uniquely created for each individual's specific needs, challenges & goals to further achieve), Respite care, Behavioral...
5.0
"Rich, has all the qualities you want in someone who works with in the special needs community. He is compassionate, reliable, punctual with a great personality."

Reviewed by Robert B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Fernando, CA

Cynthia R.

5.0

Cynthia is a reliable and dependable nanny, she was always on time and showed the utmost dedication to her role of looking after our children and helping me run our household. Not only did she play with the kids, she somehow multi-tasked laundry, dishes, play dates, pick ups, drop offs, grocery...

- Jessica D.

Jacqueline H.

5.0

Jacqueline is a very hard working person she is very flexible which I love the most because it was hard to find someone to work with my schedule I would hired her again in future. Thank you Jacqueline Stay Golden !

- Jesus H.

Deanna M.

5.0

Deanna was awesome! My son loved her and said she was the best sitter :) She was even was able to arrive an hour early (b/c I messed up my reservation time) haha! We will definitely be seeing her again.

- Care member

Sharon P.

5.0

Sharon was an excellent kindergarten teaching assistant. She was very gentle, patient, and understanding of their needs at that age. Students responded well to her in return. Sharon followed directions, was efficient and effective with her work with students. She was a team player and got along with...

- Care member

Candice V.

5.0

Candice is so nice to my mother. She listens and anticipates her needs. She preps wonderful meals too. She is very patient . Would highly recommend !

- Cheyenne O.

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