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Haydee M.

Clinical Medical Assistant

Burbank, CA

5.0(1)

from: $18/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Seeking a Caregiver position when I can apply my ability to provide clinical support to families and to perform patient care and duties necessary to deliver quality and services.

Cynthia G. says "Haydee is very attentive and caring for my son with special needs. She is open to learning anything about your child and what she needs to do. I highly...

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Taylor M.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)

from: $49/hr

14 years experience

Travel

swimming supervision

meal prep

grocery shopping

carpooling

Hello, my name is Taylor, and I'd love to care for your children. I have over 12 years of childcare experience, starting at age 15, with families ranging from simple day-to-day needs to children with special needs. I'm personable, charismatic, intellectual, and fun, which helps me connect quickly with kids while keeping parents...

Claire L. says "Taylor is so wonderful with S. We look at Taylor as family. Every Christmas and Summer when Taylor was home for her breaks from Pepperdine, we practically...

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Michela C.

North Hollywood, CA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Travel

swimming supervision

craft assistance

I am an engaging, responsible, and very experienced caregiver looking for a part-time or full-time Postpartum Doula or nanny position. I have extensive training in developmental psychology, behavioral management as well as gentle parenting, and incorporate all three while working with children. In my 18 years of babysitting and...

Mary S. says "Michela was our Douala for the birth of our son. Her support and wisdom-in-action was essential to our experience. Since our son's birth, she became our...

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Martha C.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I have experience caring for those with special needs. I've worked with patients in wheelchairs and also an amputee, who needed special types of equipment to assist with transfers. I also have experience working with G-Tubes, and having to change the bag every day, and clean the site flush tube when clogged. I also have...

Christina C. says "She was great! Patient & kind. We really enjoyed her help! Would highly recommend her."

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Jenny L.

Senior Care, Senior W/ Dementia Care, ASD/ADHD Care

Topanga, CA

5.0(0)

from: $50/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

British-American One-to-One Aide for Seniors, Seniors with Dementia, ADHD/ASD Individuals and those needing help with Social/Work/School/Life Skills. Able to work with Telepathically with non verbals and support FC communicators. Originally enjoyed success as a Commercial Producer & Documentary Producer/Director. Also have...

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Christina C.

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

6 years experience

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.

Jane A. says "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...

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Taylor M.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)

from: $50/hr

10 years experience

Hello, my name is Taylor, and I'd love to support your family. I've worked with children with special needs on and off for over 10 years, in addition to experience with childcare, tutoring, personal assistance, and home management. I've supported families in both non-staffed and fully staffed households and can help with daily...

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Ingrid G.

Loving Babysitter

Reseda, CA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Travel

swimming supervision

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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Cloe M.

Babysitter/Nanny

Reseda, CA

3.7(1)

from: $20/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Travel

swimming supervision

meal prep

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 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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Sierra P.

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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Stephanie L.

Part Time Caregiver, Seniors, Flexible Schedule,

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Hello Family, My name is Stephanie. I am here to assist you and your Loved one in this time of need. Please email me. I have experience as a Caregiver for over 10 years. I am also a Respite Care provider. I am patient, kind, prompt and reliable as well as spiritual, enthusiastic, gentle and positive. I am a resident in Santa...

Alice P. says "Stephanie was hired to provide companionship to my husband who suffers from early stage of Alzheimer's disease at the time. She is smart, intelligent,...

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Jessie V.

Panorama City, CA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

hospice services

errands

dementia

+ 1 more

With over 18 years of experience in caregiving, I have cultivated a deep commitment to supporting the well-being of my clients. This role enables me to provide compassionate care tailored to their unique emotional and physical needs. My expertise includes personal assistance with grooming, bathing (including bed baths), feeding,...

Bryan P. says "Jessie was beyond incredible. My dad had knee replacement surgery and needed a lot of help during his recovery. I feel so lucky to have found Jessie. He is...

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Leslie Y.

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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Vanessa C.

Responsible And Caring

Panorama City, CA

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

6 years experience

Travel

swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

+ 1 more

Hello! My name is Vanessa I have 4 years professional experience with childcare ages 3-16. My skills and knowledge comes from working with the school district and well as summer camps. I have knowledge working with kids from different ages as well as working with those in the autistic spectrum and special needs. I am a fun...

Odalis M. says "Vanessa goes above and beyond in anything she sets her mind to. She is punctual dependable. Vanessa is a quick learner and is wonderful with both children...

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Shawn H.

Part-time Caregiver/babysitter

Northridge, CA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience

I have 26+ years of experience raising my 3 children as a SAHM, family manager and homemaker. I home-schooled my kids for 10+ years, before they attended conventional schools. They all graduated with honors. Two of my children have high-functioning autism and other neuro-atypicalities. I'm well-versed in all things...

Lori W. says "Shawn is extremely thorough, thoughtful and conscientious. She is responsible, knowledgeable about working with children with special needs, practical and...

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Suzanne K.

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

4 years experience

Personal care

mobility assistance

live-in home care

hospice services

dementia

+ 1 more

Hello, my name is Suzanne. I am a CNA and HHA currently working Health, with over four years of hands-on caregiving experience. I provide compassionate, patient-centered care, including assistance with daily living activities, mobility support, and companionship. I am CPR/BLS certified and experienced in caring for...

Care Member says "She is very kind and nice to me.I worked with her for 6month now and we are perfect.The family treats me as their daughter.Its been a pleasure working...

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Christophe L.

Nanny

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

craft assistance

+ 1 more

Hi, my name is Christophe. I m from Paris France and I ve been a fulltime nanny for the past 20 years in Los Angeles. (I speak French to the little ones so that they re fluent by the time they starts school. it's very gratifying.) Here's my qualifications. . Over 19 years of Nanny Experience (Including Children With Special...

Care Member says "Christophe is so sweet and funny, and loves our baby Élie! We've been working with him for a few months as we transitioned into daycare, starting when...

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Cloe M.

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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Karen M.

Smile Maker

Northridge, CA

5.0(1)

from: $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...

Jeanann G. says "Karen is incredible!! She watched our 10 month old for 2 weeks recently and was just SO amazing and helpful. She was incredibly patient and smart...

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Anna G.

Loving And Caring Nanny At Your Service

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Grocery shopping

craft assistance

In 2016 I started nannying a 4-year-old with special needs. I also joyfully raised two children of my own who are now thriving adults. Children have always held a special place in my heart, but working with J also made me realize how important it is to care for all children with absolute patience and kindness. I would consider...

Carolyn A. says "Anna cared for our toddler for about 8 months before we decided to send him to preschool. She was never late a single day, very attentive to our son and...

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Haydee M.

Haydee is very attentive and caring for my son with special needs. She is open to learning anything about your child and what she needs to...

- Cynthia G.

Taylor M.

Taylor is so wonderful with S. We look at Taylor as family. Every Christmas and Summer when Taylor was home for her breaks from Pepperdine,...

- Claire L.

Michela C.

Michela was our Douala for the birth of our son. Her support and wisdom-in-action was essential to our experience. Since our son's birth,...

- Mary S.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Sherman Oaks, CA

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Haydee M.

Clinical Medical Assistant

Taylor M.

Michela C.

Martha C.

Jenny L.

Senior Care, Senior W/ Dementia Care, ASD/ADHD Care

Christina C.

Taylor M.

Ingrid G.

Loving Babysitter

Cloe M.

Babysitter/Nanny

Sierra P.

Behavioral Therapist

Stephanie L.

Part Time Caregiver, Seniors, Flexible Schedule,

Jessie V.

Leslie Y.

Part Time

Vanessa C.

Responsible And Caring

Shawn H.

Part-time Caregiver/babysitter

Suzanne K.

Christophe L.

Nanny

Cloe M.

Karen M.

Smile Maker

Anna G.

Loving And Caring Nanny At Your Service

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Sherman Oaks, CA

Haydee M.

Taylor M.

Michela C.

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