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Olga D.

Tarzana, CA

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Carpooling

travel

meal prep

craft assistance

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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Ava B.

Tarzana, CA

from: $25/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

light cleaning

craft assistance

grocery shopping

+ 1 more

Hi! My name is Ava, and I'm passionate about working with children of all ages and helping them learn, grow, and have fun in a supportive environment. I have extensive experience with kids -- from volunteering at a preschool to spending 8 years at my mom's kids' gym for children with special needs. These experiences taught me...

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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

Light cleaning

travel

meal prep

swimming supervision

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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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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Zlata H.

Private Nanny With Golden Hands

Woodland Hills, CA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

meal prep

Dear parents, I am highly experienced, university educated, professional nanny. I have extensive experience taking care of infant age (from 3 months), toddler age, and preschool age kids. In my nanny career I did not missed any age (experienced with newborn babies all the way to 15 y. o. teenagers). Experienced w/ toddler twins...

Care Member says "Zlata is our current nanny and we all love her! She takes our boys outside to play and for walks and does fun activities with them inside (art, cooking,...

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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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Alma L.

Panorama City, CA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 7 families in your area

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

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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Maira P.

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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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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Martha A.

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

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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Joan G.

Special Needs

Valley Village, CA

5.0(0)

from: $35/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have 6 years' experience as a Behavioral Therapist for kids with autism and shadowed a little boy school throughout his education which I enjoyed very much and found very rewarding. I still keep in touch with the family. I pride myself on being very patient, trustworthy, dependable, loving, fun, creative, down to earth and...

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Hillary H.

Los Angeles, CA

4.8(1)

from: $25/hr

20 years experience·

Hired by 7 families in your area

Swimming supervision

My name is Hillary and I would love to take care of your child! Originally from Michigan, I've been babysitting and nannying for most of my life, primarily ages 4-9. I earned my bachelor's degree from Northwestern University and enjoy sharing my love of learning through learning activities and homework help. I spent three...

Amanda R. says "Hillary has a very warm and engaging personality and my two boys (ages 2 and 5) always have a great time with her. We have hired her as a babysitter...

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Martine P.

Nanny/Nurse With Special Education Experience

Los Angeles, CA

4.4(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

meal prep

I have been a nanny/nurse for over 25 years taking care of kids all Ages and also some with Special Needs I am French very detail oriented and do everything for the children including taking care of bath time to cooking their meals and washing their clothes Have any questions please call me. I have included my resume and...

Care Member says "Christine has been our nanny for just about 1 year and has been the biggest blessing in our life as we transitioned to having 3 little girls and me...

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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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Jacklyn R.

Energetic, Fun, Nurturing!

Encino, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

travel

meal prep

grocery shopping

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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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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Maira P.

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Carpooling

light cleaning

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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Paula P.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Carpooling

swimming supervision

light cleaning

craft assistance

grocery shopping

+ 1 more

I'm seeking a full-time nanny or nanny/family assistant position, Monday through Friday, with additional availability on weekday evenings and weekends. I have more than a decade of experience in childcare, including roles as a nanny, family assistant, camp counselor, and tutor. In addition, I spent 5 years working as a...

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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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Vanessa C.

Responsible And Caring

Panorama City, CA

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

6 years experience

Craft assistance

travel

meal prep

grocery shopping

light cleaning

+ 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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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $32.00/hr as of May 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Tarzana, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Tarzana, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Olga D.

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...

- Alex F.

Cloe M.

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...

- Swati G.

Karen M.

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...

- Jeanann G.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Tarzana, CA

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Available Now in Tarzana!

Olga D.

Ava B.

Cloe M.

Babysitter/Nanny

Karen M.

Smile Maker

Zlata H.

Private Nanny With Golden Hands

Sierra P.

Behavioral Therapist

Alma L.

Maira P.

Part Time Caregiver

Leslie Y.

Part Time

Martha A.

Joan G.

Special Needs

Hillary H.

Martine P.

Nanny/Nurse With Special Education Experience

Shawn H.

Part-time Caregiver/babysitter

Jacklyn R.

Energetic, Fun, Nurturing!

Jenny L.

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

Maira P.

Paula P.

Christina C.

Vanessa C.

Responsible And Caring

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Tarzana, CA

Olga D.

Cloe M.

Karen M.

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