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Miriam G.

Venice, CA

from: $49/hr

I have over 20 years of experience working with children. Waldorf teacher training, behavior interventions with special needs, baking, cooking, arts and crafts, swimming etc.

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Meredith N.

Venice, CA

from: $25/hr

6 years experience

Hi I'm Meredith! I'm an artist based in Venice. I'm originally from Austin, TX where I worked as a part-time nanny while attending UT, and started babysitting after getting certified when I was 14, for families in my neighborhood as well as volunteered with special needs kids. I spend my time painting, reading/writing,...

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Breana H.

Venice, CA

from: $15/hr

8 years experience

Swimming supervision

light cleaning

grocery shopping

carpooling

travel

+ 1 more

Hi! My name is Breana, and I've spent years working with kids in a variety of creative and caregiving roles. I grew up helping care for my younger brother with special needs, which gave me a strong foundation in patience, responsibility, and compassion from a young age. Since then, I've student-taught kindergarten classes,...

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Sofia B.

Venice, CA

from: $21/hr

3 years experience

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

carpooling

meal prep

I have always loved working and caring for children. I have a lot of past experience babysitting and being a counselor at a special needs camp for kids ages 3-12. I work a full time job Monday-Friday but am available after 5 p.m. or anytime on Saturday and Sunday. Please feel free to ask my any other questions you may have.

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Rebecca C.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.

Los Angeles, CA

3.5(1)

from: $20/hr

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

carpooling

travel

I have been working with children for a numerous amount of years. I have been working as a nanny since the age of 13 for children of the ages 2-16. I absolutely love caring and teaching children some of the things that I have picked up over the years, especially to those with special needs. In Elementary School, I worked in the...

Dianne R. says "We adore Rebecca! She is so kind, caring, smart, fun and my son loves to be around her! She's a great communicator, always punctual and I wouldn't...

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Danielle S.

Stay-at-home Mom Who Is Now An Empty Nester Would Love To Help You And Your Family Out

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 9 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

carpooling

travel

I am a Certified Newborn Specialist with a degree in early child development. I taught newborn care and babysitting courses at Henry Mayo Hospital. I volunteer at Torrance Memorial, use to for Children's hospital as a newborn cuddler, and worked nursery at my church. I have experience with preemies, multiples and special needs,...

Kelly H. says "Danielle is one of the few friends that was able to soothe my severely disabled daughter when she was very young. We have been friends for 15+ years and...

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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

Travel

meal prep

carpooling

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. With over 10 years of experience, I'm passionate about helping children grow, learn, and thrive. I hold a college degree and have specialized experience supporting children with special needs. I'm patient, calm, creative, and dependable, and I enjoy creating a safe,...

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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Hillary H.

Los Angeles, CA

4.8(1)

from: $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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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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Lee A.

Special Needs Babysitter

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I'm available most nights and weekends. I am currently a neuroscience PhD candidate at UCLA. I have 5 years' experience in applied behavior analysis and have worked with children of all ages. I know a moderate amount of ASL and can communicate basic ideas.

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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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Yvette V.

I Have Been A Caregiver For 19 Years. I Have Worked With Patient Ages 59 Years Old - 108 Years Old

Inglewood, CA

5.0(1)

from: $45/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Visiting nurse

personal care

home modification

dementia

visiting physician

+ 1 more

Yvette V Summary: I am Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients. Core Qualifications Certified...

Care Member says "Yvette is the most compassionate nurse/ caregiver I have ever known. I hired her to help me with my father he had pancreatic cancer. I was handling all...

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Taylor M.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)

from: $49/hr

14 years experience

Travel

meal prep

grocery shopping

carpooling

swimming supervision

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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Lee A.

Special Needs Babysitter

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

1 year experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

At my day job, I work with children on the autism spectrum as a Registered Behavior Technician, assisting with life skills and teaching basic education (math, spelling, etc.). I am an author on the National Science Foundation, dedicated to expanding resources for autistic students on a community college track. I babysit and...

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Yvette J.

Loving for All Special Ones

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)

from: $18/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have been caring for a special young lady. I have respect for her life as is. I help with bathing, dressing, talking, laughing and some discipline.

Jeff G. says "Yvette was fantastic! She was nice and friendly. She was on time to pick me up to take me to my surgery. She waited in the waiting room for me while I...

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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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Tyler R.

Experienced

Inglewood, CA

5.0(1)

from: $33/hr

10 years experience

Meal prep

grocery shopping

craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

My name is Tyler. I am a 37-year-old male nanny or "manny." Over the past 15 years, I have worked for several families as a live-in/live-out manny and house manager. So far my experience has been with school age children 5-22 years old (some with special needs). I am looking for a full time situation or at least 30-40 hours a...

Jermelia H. says "Tyler worked for us for a year and more. He has become a part of our family. Tyler took care of our than 6 year old son, now 10 years old. Tyler was and...

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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

Meal prep

grocery shopping

craft assistance

swimming supervision

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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Paula P.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Meal prep

grocery shopping

craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

+ 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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Ariel R.

Patient, Tender Female Great With People Of Special Needs Of All Ages!

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

3 years experience

I've worked with Special Needs children through my church who has a group for Special Needs children; and I've also worked with them as a best friend of mine is a caretaker of a fellow with down syndrome and some mental retardation. Through the plethora of memories built with children in these two settings I have come to love as...

Anthony R. says "My son had a sudden stroke that left him with many difficulties. We hired Ariel as a live-in caregiver and acted as his voice in the world. She helped...

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Rebecca C.

We adore Rebecca! She is so kind, caring, smart, fun and my son loves to be around her! She's a great communicator, always punctual and I...

- Dianne R.

Danielle S.

Danielle is one of the few friends that was able to soothe my severely disabled daughter when she was very young. We have been friends for...

- Kelly H.

Gabriela G.

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

- Care member

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Venice, CA

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Available Now in Venice!

Miriam G.

Meredith N.

Breana H.

Sofia B.

Rebecca C.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.

Danielle S.

Stay-at-home Mom Who Is Now An Empty Nester Would Love To Help You And Your Family Out

Gabriela G.

Hillary H.

Taylor M.

Lee A.

Special Needs Babysitter

Martha C.

Yvette V.

I Have Been A Caregiver For 19 Years. I Have Worked With Patient Ages 59 Years Old - 108 Years Old

Taylor M.

Lee A.

Special Needs Babysitter

Yvette J.

Loving for All Special Ones

Christina C.

Tyler R.

Experienced

Martine P.

Nanny/Nurse With Special Education Experience

Paula P.

Ariel R.

Patient, Tender Female Great With People Of Special Needs Of All Ages!

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

Rebecca C.

Danielle S.

Gabriela G.

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