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Oluwatosin A.


Anaheim, CA

$20-40/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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My name is Joy. I have over six years of experience working with special needs children in various capacities that care is needed. This includes autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome. I would describe myself as a compassionate, reliable, hardworking, observant and a patient person.
Oluwatosin can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Joy has exceeded all expectations. She is everything you want and need in a caregiver. She is very kind, patient, gentile, and quick to recognize when to be helpful. Joy is a very unique person. She is self motivated and willing to go above and beyond to help....

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Dawn S.


Lomita, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Development Teacher With Social Education Background

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 28 years experience working for RBUSD as a substitute child development teacher and a special Ed Aide. I have worked with children of all ages and abilities and differing abilities including , Autism and Down Syndrome. I am the mother of 3 grown children two of which had learning disabilities. I have an associates degree...
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of working alongside Dawn S. She has been an outstanding mentor and leader throughout our time working together. Dawn is exceptionally determined and dependable, and always goes beyond what is expected of her. She has a very calming energy...

Devon C.

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Katie K.


Redondo Beach, CA

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny For Special Kids!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with kids with special needs for 4 years. I most recently worked for a family with a little girl who has a feeding tube and developmental delays. The job was so rewarding and fun. One family I nannied for has a child with Down Syndrome whom I adore. He is so fun and funny and the best kid to play hide and seek...
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Serafina M.


Anaheim, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Reliable, Trustworthy Caregiver

4.0

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My name is Serafina, I am a Highly-dependable professional caregiver with good values, compassionate heart and over 10 years extensive for both adults and children with special needs. I have had experience with ages from 3 months to elderly with Down syndrome, Autism, Adhd, cancer, Alzheimer and more. I am well knowledgeable...
Serafina can also help with: Home modification, respite care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Sera helped me during my surgery recovery. She was extremely helpful, patient and caring"

Becky M.

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Holli B.


Orange, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Holli. I am a proud single mother of one young adult daughter. I am highly compassionate, protective, nurturing and young at heart! I love children and have worked with them all my life in various settings. I have taken care of children in a school setting for over 22 years and in home care for over 25 years. I...
Holli can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I just love Holli, she is always a good worker, is cheerful and willing to do what needs to be done. She has worked for us for 4 years now several hours a week and has been a lifesaver helping to take care of my 91 year old mother."

Marcia O.

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Martine M.


San Pedro, CA

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am skill Registered Nurse from Cameroon but not licensed in United State of America. I have experience experience working with special needs, Down syndrome, Autism, epilepsy. I'm loving, professional, patience, reliable, trustworthy, flexible and loving.
I have cared for adults and children in a clinical setting with special needs such as down syndrome, diabetes, trach and breathing needs. I have assisted people with mobility issues as well.
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Ariel R.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-40/hr3 yrs exp

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

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...
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Julia M.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have extensive experience working with children with special needs, which has honed my skills in providing compassionate and effective care. I previously supported a child with Down syndrome and speech delay, where I was responsible for assisting with feeding and closely following her therapy sessions. This role required...
I have 7+ years of experience working with various vulnerable people. I have experience working in ABA, with children w autism, ADHD , OCD and Down syndrome. I have also worked with stroke dementia and hospice patients
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Samantha F.


San Pedro, CA

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

I Love Painting, Long Walks, And Animals.

Passionate and experienced special needs caregiver with 2 years (paid) experience working with children and adults who have a variety of special needs, including autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. I am currently a career nanny who would like to provide care to children with special needs.
I have been working with children with special needs for several years. My experience includes working with children at the Early Start level (6 months-3 years), preschool children, students of various ages with Autism, children with ADD and ADHD, students with a large variety of learning disabilities, as well as specific...
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Ryann M.


Fullerton, CA

$22-27/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Ryann and I have years of experience with children with special needs. I was a special education club in highschool where I spent time with students who had Down Syndrome. I have also tutored many kiddos who had ADD/ADHD, have been a teacher for kindergarteners and preschoolers, and been an applied behavior analysis...
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Jessica B.


Tustin, CA

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Work Very Well With Special Needs Kids And Adults

I have quite a few experiences in working with kids and adults with special needs. When I was little, I had a family member who was younger than me, who had autism and epilepsy. I played with her and spent a good quality of one on one. I also knew a friend, whose sister had down syndrome, and I am familiar with that. I do work...
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Maddie S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Creating The Childhood, Your Kids Read About In Their Storybooks

I have had the amazing honor of working with kids all around the world!! Whether it be a special-needs school in Israel, a public school in Brazil, a remote village in the bush, bush of Africa, or a children's orphanage in South Africa. Since I was a little girl, I always found myself at the kids table! I have also worked as a...
Maddie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Serafina M.


Anaheim, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Reliable & Patient Caregiver

My name is Serafina, I am a Highly-dependable professional caregiver with good values, compassionate heart and over 10 years extensive for both adults and children with special needs. I have had experience with ages from 3 months to elderly with Down syndrome, Autism, Adhd, cancer, Alzheimer and more. I am well knowledgeable...
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Dyelle D.


Santa Ana, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Reliable Babysitter

Hello, I'm 40 years old. I specialize in preventing child death from drowning. I feel comfortable working with children of various ages, I have experience with children with T21 (down syndrome) and I am also the mother of a baby with T21. I am open to caring for autistic children or other special needs. I am a calm, loving and...
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Hildy D.


Los Angeles, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hello! My name is Hildy. I have been a caregiver for children of all ages for over 12 years and I am currently working at Duke Hospital. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to work closely with children with Autism and Down syndrome as well as children who are hospitalized. Several strengths acquired include: - Attentive...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have been working with kids, and adults with special needs since I was about 12. It started off with tutoring autistic kids in Junior High, then gradually turned into care-taking for adults and elderly people with autism, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, and a few others. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Brittney L.


Huntington Beach, CA

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Friendly Caregiving Who Wants You To Live Your Best Life!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a friendly, outgoing person with 2 years experience in disability support work. I have many years experience with kids aged 2-18 in sports and after school programs. I have experience working with at risk teens, mental health issues, autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and behavioral issues. I worked in a disability group...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Norwalk, CA

Oluwatosin A.

5.0

Oluwatosin, or Joy as we know her, is a beautiful, kind, smart, caring, reliable, honest, gentle, amazing person. She has been helping my Mom, an Alzheimer's patient, for 2 years. We met her through a friend and I trust her completely. Joy is very highly educated, well informed, a great problem...

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Dawn S.

5.0

I have had the pleasure of working alongside Dawn S. She has been an outstanding mentor and leader throughout our time working together. Dawn is exceptionally determined and dependable, and always goes beyond what is expected of her. She has a very calming energy and your kids will love her kind and...

- Devon C.

Serafina M.

5.0

Serafina has been our occasional caregiver for our mother for sometime now. She is very caring, patient and loves to help around the house. We have been very fortunate to have found her and highly recommended her to anyone.

- Lisa R.

Holli B.

5.0

I was beyond blessed to have found Holli! This review will probably be too small to say how amazing she was. I have twins who are preemies and they did just great with her! She loved them like their own children in a respectful manner. I never felt she gave them too much which I know sometimes can...

- Alina C.

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