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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Westminster, CA

The average rate is $22/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Westminster, CA

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Irina G.


Huntington Beach, CA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have a BA degree in speech therapy and have experience with difficulty in swallowing, speech, oral motor and articulation. For the past 6 years I have been working as Applied Behavior Therapist with children and adults on the Austism spectrum. Many of my clients have mixed diagnosis that have equipped me with knowledge and...
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Vanessa S.


Anaheim, CA

$30/hr1 yrs exp

Nursing Student By Day, Nanny By Night!

5.0

(1)

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Hi my name is Vanessa. I am currently in nursing school. My goal is to work in pediatrics. I have 5 years experience working with children ages ranging from infants to 16. I also have experience working with children special needs. I am CPR and first aid trained. I can provide your child with a caring and safe environment. I can...
5.0
"Prompt... Professional... Knowledgeable... Friendly... Engaging with Ronan (2y-2m) YES, YES, YES !!! Vanessa, Thank you !!!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Gloria L.


Huntington Beach, CA

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provided At Your Service

4.4

(10)

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I have over 20 years experience working with kids, and also with children with special needs ages 1 - 21. I helped my brother and sisters raise their children when they were younger.. I'm CPR trained and certified. I have a lot of energy to work with small children, (toddlers) etc. I play at their level and teach them daily so...
5.0
"Gloria is very attentive to details. She is very kind and sweet lady. She loves taking care of people. She is really good at her job. She goes above and beyond and you strongly recommend her !"

Reviewed by Junnie T.

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Carrie F.


Santa Ana, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter, Experience With Special Needs, Avalible For After School Car

5.0

(1)

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Hello my name is Carrie. I am a part time preschool teacher aid for students with autism. I'm looking to expand my knowledge that I have acquired over 7 years of working in the preschool and care for kids outside of school. I have been a nanny for the past 5 years on top of working at the school. I specialize at managing...
5.0
"Carrie was an amazing nanny to my two children ages 3 & 1. She did arts & crafts, took them to the beach, and just had fun with them. Carrie's experience as a teacher really shined through. Both my children...

Reviewed by Alicia L.

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Susannah T.


Long Beach, CA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Part Or Full Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(3)

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I have provided care for children of all ages; however, I am most experienced with children under the age of 6. I also have over a year of experience in in-home care with a special need child, and additional experience with children on the autism spectrum. I have early childhood development education through my bachelor of...
5.0
"My daughter loves Susannah. She is trustworthy and amazing with kids. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Elizabeth R.


Lakewood, CA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Full / Part-Time Jobs

5.0

(1)

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I have been a caregiver for five years. I really enjoy working with the elderly because I like to make their lives and routines easier and make them feel happy at home. My experiences include bathing, housekeeping, medication reminder, errands, doctor appointments, and companionship. I also attended ICDC College for Medical...
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Andrea M.


Costa Mesa, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny (Currently A Newborn Care Specialist Student)

5.0

(4)

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Hello there, I'm Andrea originally from Orange County. I've cared for children for 18 years. I've worked as a day & overnight nanny, including 12 hour shifts. I also have a decade of experience as a behavioral interventionist in OC school districts. I've nannied for newborns, multiples and children with special needs. This...
5.0
"I had Andrea care for my terminally ill child that was bed ridden. She was amazing with her she read to her, talked to her even though my daughter wasn't able to communicate back, she would draw with her and...

Reviewed by Kelly T.

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Kimberly H.


Santa Ana, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Home Away From Home - Full-Time Child Care

5.0

(9)

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HOME AWAY FROM HOME Hi! I am a stay-at-home mom who has been providing loving child care from my home for 25 years! I provide nurturing, safe and reliable care for infants and toddlers in a small group environment (max3) I have many local references and I have experience with newborns, special needs, twins, digestive...
5.0
"I found Kimmie after my baby wouldn't sleep at a different day care. Day one with Kimmie he slept! What a godsend. She is dedicated to really spending time with the kids, doing activities with them every day,...

Reviewed by David A.

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Tadacia P.


Anaheim, CA

$25-27/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have an extensive background working with children from volunteering at a child care center to teaching chess and taking on the role as a nanny. Overall I have worked with children as young as 2 months to 16 years old including children with special needs. I have 8 years of experience as a nanny. Most of the time I have done...
5.0
"To whom it may concern, My name is Erica and I have been hiring Tadacia for the past 10 years or so for childcare. She has provided care for my boys, Paul, Orion, Marley and Sire. She has been an important part...

Reviewed by Care member

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Karina R.


Signal Hill, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Love Teach Children Utilizing Creativity Learning

3.5

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Karina R Karina R Hometown: Signal Hill, CA Education: Cerritos College, CSDH and Compton Community College where I had obtain my teacher Credential. Experience: I have 21 years of experience working with children of all ages in a childcare and private home setting. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have experience...
5.0
"Ms. Karina is a women of her words. She has a caring heart and love for all. She is very skilled and very helpful in caring for others in special needs. Ms.Karina has a heart of understanding and being...

Reviewed by Rita W.

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Kristen G.


Santa Ana, CA

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello

3.7

(3)

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I have over 10 years of experience nannying multiple children, caring for special needs, and animal care. My background is in musical theater so I love being creative with kids and developing their inner artist. I am very active so I enjoy taking kids to the park and enjoying the outdoors. I have a reliable car so I can...
5.0
"Kristen was amazing managing 4 kids and a dog all at once. She kept them engaged with no screens. She also cleaned up before leaving and had the kids help with cleanup! "

Reviewed by Care member

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Charlie S.


Cypress, CA

$36/hr3 yrs exp

FUNNEST Sitter Ever

5.0

(1)

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I have 3 years of experience in summer camp counseling. I have cared for over 10 children at once (ages 5-12) by myself. I have experience caring for special needs children. I have completed an EMT course. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry/dishes etc. Bonus: I know LOTS of camp songs :)
5.0
"My kids love Charlie! She's so sweet, responsive, and courteous. We're looking forward to more date nights, and our kids are looking forward to more time with Charlie."

Reviewed by Bethanie H.

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Josefina F.


Long Beach, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Love love Children

5.0

(8)

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I had a son with special needs for 10 years and now I m available to help other Mothers with extensively care that our special Babies need.I had experience with Cerebral Palsy. I know how to use Suction Machine, Asthma machine and gastronomy tube or G-tube. I am also a CPR certified.
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Debbie H.


Huntington Beach, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Child Care Near Huntington Beach

5.0

(4)

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Most recently I have provided daily child care to a 2year-old boy. Previously I provided child care for a 2-year-old and 4-year-old. Some of my Previous jobs have involved pickups from morning school, and bringing the children to their home, where I watched them until late afternoon. In the past I have taken children to the...
5.0
"It is with great pleasure that I recommend Debbie as a babysitter. Debbie has been the best babysitter we ever have. She watched my two children about 5 times a week for three years and it was a joy to have...

Reviewed by jie Y.

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Natalia W.


Long Beach, CA

$22-35/hr3 yrs exp

Reliable, Kind, Helpful -- Looking For Long-term Family!

5.0

(1)

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Now living in Long Beach, CA. I am an energetic, punctual and fun young woman who loves working with kids! I have experience with children 3 months old to 15 years old as well as children with special needs. I have nannied for three families in the past and currently have an amazing family I work part time for. Additionally,...
5.0
"We have been working with Natalia for over a year and she has been wonderful! She is reliable and energetic with our 2 year old, helping with daily activities and nutritious meals. We feel seriously lucky to...

Reviewed by Care member

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Rand S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello parents and caregivers I'm Rand. I'm 25 years old i'm a preschool teacher and I have a passion for little ones I have 6 years of experience in babysitting, nannying and I have CPR training and caring for persons with special needs and teaching Arabic language I'd love to fill your families life with fun creativity and...
5.0
"Rand was a really fun babysitter for our daughter. Patient and calm."

Reviewed by Tamara M.

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Dawne F.


Long Beach, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Caring, Reliable, Creative, Positive, Multi-diverse, Experienced Nanny & Babysitter

5.0

(4)

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Dear Family, Look no further! I have 42 yrs exp as an energetic, positive, loving caregiver which includes: mother of 3 daughters, infant & child care, early childhood dev, preschool & special ed, health & nutrition, behavioral guidance, respite care for families with special needs or senior care, teaching with LBUSD, & owner...
5.0
"We were blessed to have Dawne take care of my son from about age 3 months until he was almost 2 years. Dawne is professional, punctual and has had the experience of raising three beautiful and smart daughters...

Reviewed by Melania C.

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Kimberly H.


Santa Ana, CA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Worked at Hylond Home for developmentally disabled children. I have experience with grooming/hygiene, feeding tube/spoon, exercise therapy, transfers, medications. Loved this job! Very rewarding to help those truly in need as well as the families.
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Shannon O.


Huntington Beach, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

PT Babysitter/Nanny Available

5.0

(14)

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Hello, My name is Shannon, nice to meet you :) I have tons of experience. I've been a live in Nanny, Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny, Babysitter & I'm a single mom with a teen. I know what kids are like & what they need, I actually listen to them. I love kids & I'll treat your babies like they are my own. I don't mind sick kids or...
5.0
"Shannon has been so wonderful with my infant triplets. She started helping us with them when they were about two months old, and has been so loving with them the entire time. She's very capable of managing...

Reviewed by Lisa P.

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Elizabeth P.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-22/hr7 yrs exp

Baby Sitter

5.0

(1)

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I have 7 years of experience. I can also work with special needs children since I have experience as a behavior technician. Currently a Early Childhood major at Vanguard University!
5.0
"Elizabeth is punctual and reliable. She is so sweet. Our baby fell in love with her right away. She's warm and friendly. Highly recommend her!"

Reviewed by Karla J.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Westminster, CA

Vanessa S.

5.0

Prompt... Professional... Knowledgeable... Friendly... Engaging with Ronan (2y-2m) YES, YES, YES !!! Vanessa, Thank you !!!

- Care member

Gloria L.

5.0

Gloria has been our nanny for our daughter for the the past 6 months and has been great. She often goes over and beyond what is expected. For example, puts away dishes, cleans around the house and walks our dog without asking for extra compensation. She’s full of energy to keep up with our toddler!...

- Care member

Carrie F.

5.0

Carrie was an amazing nanny to my two children ages 3 & 1. She did arts & crafts, took them to the beach, and just had fun with them. Carrie's experience as a teacher really shined through. Both my children really enjoyed their time with her. I highly recommend Carrie!

- Alicia L.

Susannah T.

5.0

My daughter loves Susannah. She is trustworthy and amazing with kids.

- Care member

Andrea M.

5.0

I had Andrea care for my terminally ill child that was bed ridden. She was amazing with her she read to her, talked to her even though my daughter wasn't able to communicate back, she would draw with her and buy her the most cutest gifts. She treated my daughter as if she was her own it was truly...

- Kelly T.

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