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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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Christophe L.

Nanny

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

light cleaning

carpooling

grocery shopping

+ 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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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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Taylor M.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)

from: $49/hr

14 years experience

Grocery shopping

swimming supervision

carpooling

meal prep

travel

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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Alma L.

Panorama City, CA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 7 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

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.

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Light cleaning

carpooling

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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Pamela J.

Glendale, CA

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have over 8 years working with children and elderly with special needs . I have worked side sided side with adults and children to endure each individual gets their needs met.

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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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Angel V.

Special Needs Care Provider

Reseda, CA

4.0(0)

from: $10/hr

3 years experience

I have had the distinguished privilege in volunteering for an organization near my home. This organization focuses in promoting and providing a safe, warm environment and care for children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. Working with the organization for three years enabled me to provide quality service...

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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

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

travel

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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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

Grocery shopping

swimming supervision

craft assistance

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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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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Jacklyn R.

Energetic, Fun, Nurturing!

Encino, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

grocery shopping

meal prep

carpooling

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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Gabriela G.

West Hollywood, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 7 families in your area

Meal prep

carpooling

travel

Nurturing children's growth and development has been my lifelong passion for the past 10 years. My background includes a college degree and specialized experience supporting children with special needs. I am patient, calm, and highly creative, which helps me foster a positive environment for up to two children. Whether we are...

Care Member says "Gabriela was great! She was so pleasant and respectful. My son really liked her. Thanks for all your help in such a short notice."

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Andrew H.

Energetic And Caring Board Certified Autism Technician

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

4 years experience

My name is Andrew I am currently a Nursing student. Before pursuing my nursing career I worked as a behavioral technician. I specialize in care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related conditions. I can also aide young children with tutoring or organization needs. I have been working in this field for over 3 years...

MIREYA M. says "Always on time , easy to communicate with about the wants and needs of my child . Dependable and trustworthy, amazing team player . Andrew will be an...

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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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Cloe M.

Babysitter/Nanny

Reseda, CA

3.7(1)

from: $20/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Meal prep

travel

light cleaning

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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Yara H.

Reseda, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

swimming supervision

craft assistance

meal prep

travel

Experience: 10 years in caregiving- including special needs children, infants, lead daycare teacher, CNA for both home health and in-hospital geriatric patients, 3 years administrative assistant for LAUSD. Certified Nurse Assistant (just in case!) CPR Certified Drivers License w/ clean record Background checked by care....

Tiffany A. says "Yara is really great with my 3 year old daughter who has a language delay. Yara sings songs and interacts with her to encourage communication and is...

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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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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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Christophe L.

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,...

- Care member

Sierra P.

Sierra was good at communicating, quickly adapted to the kiddos (2 & 6) and they took to her quickly. She was perceptive and felt...

- Eric H.

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.

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Cloe M.

Christophe L.

Nanny

Sierra P.

Behavioral Therapist

Taylor M.

Alma L.

Maira P.

Pamela J.

Leslie Y.

Part Time

Angel V.

Special Needs Care Provider

Michela C.

Martine P.

Nanny/Nurse With Special Education Experience

Maira P.

Part Time Caregiver

Jacklyn R.

Energetic, Fun, Nurturing!

Gabriela G.

Andrew H.

Energetic And Caring Board Certified Autism Technician

Shawn H.

Part-time Caregiver/babysitter

Cloe M.

Babysitter/Nanny

Yara H.

Taylor M.

Joan G.

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