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Shirley P.

Van Nuys, CA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
I'm Shirley. 42 years old. Working in assisted living facility for 8 years. Graduated bachelor nursing in Philippines.
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Van Nuys, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I am 26 years old and im a professional everythinger! I grew up and raised 5 siblings my whole life so big loud families do not scare me. I studied child development in high school and a bit after in college. Was in girl scouts for 10 years so I participated and organized many kid friendly, safe, arts and crafts...
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Elementary Substitute Teacher

Van Nuys, CA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
I have been a substitute teacher with Los Angeles Unified School District for 30 years. Teaching grades Pre-k -5. Specializing in special needs. Prior to that, I was a nurses aide at a retirement home. I can help with errands, meal time, light house work, transportation, homework. I am very reliable, responsible and caring.
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Van Nuys, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi, My name is Claudia, I'm looking for a full-time job working with either special needs children or babysitting. I have experience with children from 4 months old to 10 years old. My present position is a behavioral interventionalist at LAUSD. The school year is coming to an end, and I am looking for positions to work with...
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Highly Experienced Professional Nanny

Van Nuys, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a polished, highly dependable nanny with a strong, long standing background caring for infants, toddlers and children with special needs. Over the years, I have developed a calm, intuitive and confident care style that is especially well suited for private families who value discretion, trust, emotional intelligence and...
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Camille F.'s Photo

Van Nuys, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Camille and I am a dependable, calm, and patient 24-year-old. I have 6 years of professional childcare experience mainly focused on preschool-aged children, but I have worked with a variety of ages and truly enjoy what I do! I am currently an elementary school classroom aide for students with special needs...
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Part Time Caregiver

Van Nuys, CA

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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I started babysitting 2-year-old twins at the age of 11. As a teenager babysitting was my life. As soon as I was home from school I went across the street and watched the kids until their father came home from work around 9 p.m. I would make dinner, do homework, play games, bathe the kids, brush their teeth and get them into...
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Astrid R.'s Photo

Van Nuys, CA

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$23/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Astrid, and I'm a loving, patient, and reliable babysitter with 3 years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages. I have worked with multiples, as well as children with special needs, and I take pride in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for every child in my care. I am CPR...
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Kayla V.'s Photo

Van Nuys, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
For the past 10 years, I've been dedicated to caring for children and helping them grow. I raised my autistic little brother from age two, which really sparked my love for caregiving. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, and I connect well with kids of all ages. I'm comfortable caring for up to two children and have experience...
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Vanessa S.'s Photo

Van Nuys, CA

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$27/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Why I love caregiving? -I love nurturing and educating children and providing a safe space - My sisters work in childcare for special needs children and we all share useful tips and tricks. Why I am the best fit? - I worked in LAUSD childcare for 2 years with 15+ children of ages 5-7 at the same time making sure they're all...
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Selina R.'s Photo

Van Nuys, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, personable, trustworthy. I like working w/kids because I connect with them. I love teaching and being able to work through important milestones. I work with special needs children as a behavioral therapist for over 5 years. I have 10+ years experience working as a...
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Van Nuys, CA

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$26/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, kind, and very responsible! I started working with kids when I was 12 years old. I raised three of my siblings till the age of 19 years old. I then began to work with kids at my local daycare, the army family events with kids, and at an afterschool program! In my spare time, I like to...
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Ashley K.'s Photo

Van Nuys, CA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Ashley. I recently graduated from CSUN with honors. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience, along with volunteering with children ages 3-4 through my church. I also have experience caring for children with special needs, and having a special needs child in my own family, I've developed a deeper understanding of...
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Amy V.'s Photo

Van Nuys, CA

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
My name is Amy, I have worked with children for more than 9 years all age ranges! I started working with children with special needs and still keep in contact with those children who are now older and I also worked with children and young adults on the autism spectrum and I also was a nanny for 4 years for a toddler who was low...
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Nanny, Babysitter, Light Cleaning, Driver

Van Nuys, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have 20 years experience working with kids, caring for newborns to 12 Years old. 8 years with special needs and Autism children. Some babysitting on call. This profession is something I love doing because everyday is different and new and it's amazing being part of a child learning and growing as a person. I like art, crafts,...
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Fun Easy Going Lot Of Common Sense Lady

Van Nuys, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
dementia
personal care
I have been a substitute teacher with Los Angeles Unified School District for 30 years. Teaching grades Pre-k -5. Specializing in special needs. Prior to that, I was a nurses aide at a retirement home. I can help with errands, meal time, light house work, transportation, homework. I am very reliable, responsible and caring.
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Van Nuys, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello , my name is Kathryn , my professional experience is of the following , previous owner/operator of a California licensed child daycare facility 28 years experience. 12 years plus private duty ca-registered home health care . Senior care , Hospice, dementia, Alzheimer's, Developmentally challenged special needs, Autism ,...
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Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Hillary H.'s Photo

Los Angeles, CA

4.8(1)
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$30/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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  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of August 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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