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Dania R.

Thousand Palms, CA

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$11/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I do not have much experience with special needs other than: tubes, bags, dementias of any kind, little people, epilepsy, cerebral palsy.
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Cool Sitter

Desert Hot Springs, CA

3.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! Currently a Health Para with a school district in our Valley. Having years of experience working with children, including special needs. CPR/First Aid certified

Shelby C. says "Marisol arrived 20 minutes early, as I requested, eager to meet my child! She was nothing but kind and respectful. She is also bilingual. Would highly...

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Babysitter/Nanny (Experienced With Special Needs Kids!)

Indian Wells, CA

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
:D Hello! My name is Flor and I've been babysitting children ages 0-12 for as long as I can remember! I have extensive experience not only in Childcare but also as a Private Tutor. I also absolutely love animals as well so I can guarantee you will not be disappointed in choosing me if your household includes furry babies! I've...

Hilary B. says "I wish I could bring Flor home with us! We are on vacation in Palm Desert and have used Flor for various day and night shifts throughout the week. Flor’s...

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Caregiver , Medication Technician/CMA, Hospice Care

Indio, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
personal care
respite care
dementia
home modification
*Covid vaccinated* I am a certified medical assistant, licensed with the state as a home care aid, certified in medication management , CPR/BLS and first aide certified and also have my food handlers certification. I have been working for hospice and palliative care for the last 8 years as well as worked in the medical field for...

Alex C. says "Carena assisted my ailing father with his care. She was kind, patient, warm, and extremely professional. Our family appreciated her support for my father...

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Special Needs Care

Indio, CA

5.0(0)
from
$56/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified medical assistant, licensed with the state as a home care aid, certified in medication management , CPR/BLS and first aide certified and also have my food handlers certification. I have been working for hospice and palliative care for the last 8 years as well as worked in the medical field for critical care ,...
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Indio, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
Hello, a little about me. I have been in the childcare business since 1995. I have taken "Child Oriented" college classes at OSU Scholars for Excellence in child care, Red lands and the University of Oklahoma. I closed my daycare center in 2017. I was not only the owner but also the Director. My child care center was voted the...
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Rancho Mirage, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Rosa and I am 30 years old. I enjoy caring for others from young ages to seniors. I have been an overall caregiver now for 8 years. I began working for a company that provides respite care for children with special needs and then moved on to care for seniors. Before going into working with seniors I prepared...
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Caregiving Experience To Client In Wheelchair

Indian Wells, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
My client is also on oxygen, and would be happy to give a reference. I am passionate about helping those with special needs. I am patient, caring, professional, trustworthy, and responsible.
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Cathedral City, CA

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$24/hr
8 years experience
I have a 8 years of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges, and about 4 years working with children with similar concerns. I started a virtual job when the pandemic hit and I miss working with my people!
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Cathedral City, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Hazel and I would love to help. I'm 10+ years experience worked more with cerebral palsy and epilepsy and intellectual delay mobility, etc.,. Reliable and funny.
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Rancho Mirage, CA

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$17/hr
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
dementia
+ 1 more
My mother had a severe stroke years ago and outside of the nursing home, I was her primary caregiver. I also have a mentally handicapped brother-in-law and I have been his primary caregiver for many years when he's in town for holidays. I am very comfortable around people with special needs, no matter the age! I am very...
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Rancho Mirage, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Am a Compassionate caregiver, I like to work with special needs because it gives me fulfillment and a purpose in life. I've worked with a Duchenne muscular dystrophy patient, type one diabetic teenager, autistic youths, down syndrome teenager. I like to help them with their day to day activities which greatly improves their...
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Experienced, Dependable Special Needs Provider

Cathedral City, CA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, I'm Lori and I've lived out here in the desert for 15 years and I love it out here. I grew up in Iowa and I'm a HUGE animal lover. I have experience in taking care of children and adults. I have been working with special needs kids starting in grade school and had my first paying job working with special needs kids when I...
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Fun Sitter!

Rancho Mirage, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
Hello! My name is Raina and I am interested in becoming a full time nanny (or for as long as I'm needed)! So a little about myself, I have been working with children for about 5+ years. I started off as a daycare teacher for about 3 years and eventually began nannying/ babysitting frequently! I I am CPR and First Aid certified....
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Fun And Sweet

Cathedral City, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm an experienced, responsible and fun-loving babysitter with over 10 years of experience. Work with children is my passion. I have experience with special needs kids. I love to play/teach them a variety of activities. I'm Comfortable taking care of newborns (age 0-3), infants, and toddlers. I'm graduated with a Pre- K teaching...
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Caring And Creative Babysitter

Cathedral City, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Raquel. I was a recreation supervisor at a resort for the past two years. My daily duties included organizing activities for kids, ensuring toys and equipment are clean, and keeping the kids safe. In addition, I have been a babysitter for the past three years taking care of children from the ages of 3 months to...
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Indio, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Karla, and I'm based in the Coachella Valley in CA. With over 20 years of experience in early childhood education, as well as being a mother and grandmother, I offer a unique understanding of child development. I hold an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education from College of the Desert (1998) and have...
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Coachella, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I am a special needs teacher and caregiver ! I am very reliable, patient, and caring person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring & teaching special children, from youth to teenagers. I believe that the small milestones achieved are only the beginning to a successful future!
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Coachella, CA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I am Berenice, a special needs teacher and experienced childcare provider with over 10 years of working with children of all ages. I have a background in Early Childhood Education, and I'm fluent in English and Spanish (currently learning ASL). I'm CPR/First Aid certified, patient, and passionate about creating a safe, fun,...

Care Member says "Berenice was really responsive and flexible and most importantly great with my two kids. She was confident and can tell immediately she knew what she...

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  • The average post rate is $11.00/hr as of December 2025

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Marisol V.

Marisol arrived 20 minutes early, as I requested, eager to meet my child! She was nothing but kind and respectful. She is also bilingual....

- Shelby C.

Flor V.

I wish I could bring Flor home with us! We are on vacation in Palm Desert and have used Flor for various day and night shifts throughout the...

- Hilary B.

Carena V.

Carena assisted my ailing father with his care. She was kind, patient, warm, and extremely professional. Our family appreciated her...

- Alex C.

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