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Jennifer S.


Newport Beach, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Understanding Care Provider

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I have been blessed to grow up with a little sister (now 40 years old) who is in a wheelchair. She has cerebral palsy. Her cognition is somewhere in the early years. I have watched her grow and learn through each stage of life toddler/teen/adult and have been very active in her care and guidance navigating life with special...
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Madison D.


Irvine, CA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

DIR Floortime And ABA Therapist

I have about 3 years in total working with children and adolescents with ASD as well as developmental delay, and down syndrome. I have worked as a 1:1 aide in the school setting as well as providing direct services for both ABA and DIR Floortime. Looking for a part time care taking or nannying job!
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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kendra D.


Long Beach, CA

$30/hr10 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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Charlotte B.


Mission Viejo, CA

$24-25/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Or Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6 younger cousins that I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and continued to babysit for many other families before I started college. My youngest cousin was 2 years old when I first started babysitting so I am very comfortable working with young children. I am CPR certified with first aid training. I have my...
Charlotte can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Charlotte is the one and ONLY babysitter for my 4 year old daughter! Finding a sitter for my daughter who’s never been away from me was an extremely daunting task. She watches my daughter once a week every week! She’s always on time, hands on, loving and kind. The...

Whitley P.

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Hayes M.


La Puente, CA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Outgoing Sitter With ABA Training

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm currently looking for a position afternoons (3 p.m. or later) , date nights, and one time jobs. Hi, I have over 7+ yrs. of experience with disabled/special needs infants-adults. My schedule is flexible, so let's discuss what works best for your fam! If time/weather permit, I love making an effort to get outside....
5.0
"I'm so thankful I found Hayes. She's exactly what who I need. My husband is a quadriplegic and I'm his full time caregiver and needed someone to cover his morning bathroom duties so I could get a way for a few days. She listened to all my instructions as I trained...

Keleigh H.

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Jennifer R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$20-50/hr10 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/hr10 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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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Law Student - Occasional Sitter/Tutor

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tamara :) I'm 27 & a law student, available for date nights/weekends this summer! I have babysat for the past nine years, and have experience providing support for families with special needs kids (autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy). I have experience with all ages, including newborns as young as...
Tamara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr10 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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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/hr4 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/hr2 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/hr10 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/hr10 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/hr6 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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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$25-30/hr5 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,...
Hello! I'm 24 years old and I've worked with children (3-17-year-olds) with special needs for a little over 3 years. I worked for an ABA clinic for a year providing at home and in school support for children with Autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and other developmental disorders. I have also I provided similar services for school...
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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr10 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/hr10 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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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Santa Ana, CA

Charlotte B.

5.0

Charlotte is the one and ONLY babysitter for my 4 year old daughter! Finding a sitter for my daughter who’s never been away from me was an extremely daunting task. She watches my daughter once a week every week! She’s always on time, hands on, loving and kind. The love my daughter has for Charlotte...

- Whitley P.

Hayes M.

5.0

I'm so thankful I found Hayes. She's exactly what who I need. My husband is a quadriplegic and I'm his full time caregiver and needed someone to cover his morning bathroom duties so I could get a way for a few days. She listened to all my instructions as I trained her and was open to any direction...

- Keleigh H.

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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