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Maddie S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creating The Childhood, Your Kids Read About In Their Storybooks

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kendra D.


Long Beach, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kids Are Kids - They Just Learn Differently.

5.0

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Hiiii! I have over 10 years experience working with kids and adults (2-30) with special needs - primarily autism and Down syndrome and ADHD. I have worked in private therapy centers using ABA as well as in schools and privately in clients homes. I have nannied toddlers with Autism and been a "coach" teaching my older clients how...
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Jennifer R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

4.4

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Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am one of the happiest people you will ever meet. :) I love helping people. I am a Christian and I love God! I have 2 grown children that are doing exceptionally well and I am very proud of. I am a non smoker and do not drink. Certified in adult, children, infant CPR current with First Aid too! I...
5.0
"Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman. "

Jennifer L.

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....
5.0
"We hired Carri for a reception party at our home as a party caretaker. She cooked and set up food, kept drinks filled, cleared empty plates and cups, washed dirty dishes and was very professional, personable and friendly with my guests. She was a big help and gave...

Kanela W.

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Outgoing, Fun, Reliable, Dependable Sitter/nanny

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely LOVE children/kids and animals! About me: I am kind, loving, patient, empathetic, great disposition, fun, energetic and outgoing! I love the beach, walking, hiking, music, reading, boating, traveling and amusements parks! I live in Laguna Niguel. I am married, have three sons and three beautiful grandsons! I have a...
Carri can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I recently adopted a rescue dog, William, and had to travel out of town for a weekend. It had only been 6 weeks since the adoption and I was not comfortable leaving William alone. I'm an overbearing dog dad to a fault, and worry about my furry family members when I...

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Izabella D.


Cypress, CA

$21-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with a client that had Down Syndrome as well as studied those with Asperger's and autism. I'm very invested in helping the lives of those with special needs. I literally love caregiving and have been looking for a special needs client.
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Susannah T.


Long Beach, CA

$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part Or Full Time Special Needs Provider

I have extensive experience with special needs children. I provided in home care to a "low functioning" child on the autism spectrum for over a year. I have experience working with children with down syndrome, and providing care in group settings for children with special needs.
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Kenyetta T.


Bellflower, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Is My Specialty

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for all special needs: Down syndrome, children with seizures, G tube, catheters, ADHD, mental illness, Autism. I have 10 years of experience.
I have been working with special needs individuals since I was 12 both as a lifeguard and a volunteer martial art instructor. I have 13-year-old brother with down syndrome and feel very comfortable working with people within this community.
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Ashley B.


Yorba Linda, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

For 18 years I have worked as an instructional assistant with my local school district for special needs children. I have worked in special day classes as well as in a full inclusion setting (full inclusion being my specialty). I am an experienced ABA technician. I am ABA, DTT, RBT, PRO-ACT, CPI, trained and certified and am...
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Annabelle B.


Newport Beach, CA

$16-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver, All Times Available

Hello! I'm currently CPR / First Aid / BLS / MAB / CPI certified. I've worked at a caregiver & nanny for 6 years. I've worked with all ages, genders and disabilities ranging from (but not limited to) cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, down syndrome, autism, adhd, cat cry syndrome, fragile x syndrome, and more. I love going to the...
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Jazmine G.


La Habra, CA

$23/hr • 6 yrs exp

ABA/ Mild Mod And Mod Severe

Over the past six years I have worked As a behavioral therapist, Student support for special education. Including children on the spectrum of autism, down syndrome, and much more.
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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

I'm 26 years old and I live in Mission Viejo. I have babysat & tutored for the past five years, and have experience providing support for families with special needs kids (autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy). My experience caring for children includes meal prep, dog walking, diaper changing, light house cleaning,...
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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Retired RN with extensive experience with special needs children (Down Syndrome) and Elder care (Post-stroke, post-surgery, dementia, companion care) available for part-time work.
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Maisha H.


Long Beach, CA

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring for Children

Hello I'm Maisha. I'm 37 and a mother of 2. I have been sitting children for over 16 years. I care for children with or without special needs, like Down syndrome, all kind of breathing problems, behavior issues ADD, ADHD, cancer,. etc. I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have a clean background check.
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Catherine R.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Kids are such a joy to be around and I truly cherish being around them. I enjoy art, music, swimming, playing games and learning and would be happy to do that with your children. I truly believe in being interactive with kids. I'm not there to just sit and watch them but to create an engaging environment for them. I'm also...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Victoria R.


Whittier, CA

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

My name is Victoria. I have worked in pre-school's for over eight years. My brother-in-law has down syndrome. My husband and I often take him when he is in the mood to Universal Studios or out towards Hollywood, he enjoys seeing movie stars pictures. I would promise to keep him safe and be mindful of his feelings at all times.
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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse Available For Part-time Elder And Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Linda and I am a retired RN who is available to help with your part-time care needs. I have extensive experience with both special needs children (Down syndrome) and elder care, including dementia, post-stroke and post-surgical support. I'm happy to help with everything from medication management to companion...
Linda can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, personal care & more
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Samantha R.


Whittier, CA

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Samantha R.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Samantha, I love working with children and have a passion for making a positive impact in their lives (: I am a licensed registered behavioral specialist who works in over 10 schools in the Hacienda, Montebello and Lynwood districts. My specialty is working with kids with disabilities like autism, down syndrome,...
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Taylor J.


Cypress, CA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience Nanny/Child Care Provider For Children With Special Needs

Im currently an IA for GGUSD working in special education classes and working with these students to reach their IEP goals. Prior to that I was a behavior therapist provided ABA support to children with special needs. While doing that, I worked with an organization called united cerebral palsy which provides respite and child...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Santa Ana, CA

Jennifer R.

5.0

Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman.

- Jennifer L.

Carri C.

5.0

Carrie is honest, dependable, trustworthy and full of positive energy! I hired Carrie to care for my 2 cats, take care of my house, mail, plants etc when I was away for 3 weeks. I will hire Carrie again and will recommend her to family and friends. She definitely has a heart to serve!

- Kristen R.

Carri C.

5.0

I recently adopted a rescue dog, William, and had to travel out of town for a weekend. It had only been 6 weeks since the adoption and I was not comfortable leaving William alone. I'm an overbearing dog dad to a fault, and worry about my furry family members when I am a way from them. Carri was...

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