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Kristina K.


Sun Valley, CA

$30-47/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Energetic Nanny/Sitter

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I have 6+ years of experience working with children in school, home, and after school program settings. My career with children began at an after school program and enrichment center, a non-profit organization. Activities I ran and taught there include fine arts, leadership, STEM, and tutoring. For the last 3 years, I have...
Kristina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi there! Besides babysitting and working with children who have disabilities, I grew up with a brother who is autistic and has many other disabilities. I understand the challenge and patience needed. I am a very good communicator and listener. I'm not fluent in asl, but know a decent amount! My aunt worked with down syndrome...
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Hollis A.


North Hollywood, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

A Substitute Teacher Looking For After School Or Summer Work!

Hi there! My name is Hollis and I'd love to be your nanny! I've been babysitting and nannying since I was 12 years old and have experience with newborns through teenagers. I also taught music and drama at the University Liggett School day camp in Grosse Pointe, Michigan for 3 years. I love reading, arts and crafts, music, and...
Hollis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi! My name is Lindsey and I am a caretaker/ babysitter looking for part-time work. I'm the oldest of four kids and I have experience caring for special needs children and can handle a busy household, pets and carpool. Ideally looking for someone who needs care in the after work evening hours. CPR certified and previously a...
Lindsey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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!

5.0

(2)

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...
5.0
"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 him set up appointments, went with him to all doctor's appointments, relaying pertinent info to the family,...

Anthony R.

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Hebe V.


Los Angeles, CA

$10-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Have been an activity instructor and caretaker for clients with MS, Down's Syndrome, Asperger's, Autism, and advanced Dementia. References available upon request.
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Stephanie Y.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Creative Special Needs Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the past 12 years I have taught and assisted children with various special needs in classroom settings from elementary through high school. I have been employed for the last year caring for an 11-year-old girl with autism. This job is sadly coming to a close and I am looking for my next opportunity. I started as a teacher's...
5.0
"Stephanie was a respite worker for my son with special needs during the summer and school breaks for many years. He and his typically developing sister always looked forward to visits from Stephanie which allowed my husband and I to go out. Stephanie always focused...

Martha P.

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Beatriz S.


Los Angeles, CA

$28/hr6 yrs exp

The Help You Need And More!

3.0

(2)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! my name is Beatriz, I have a Bachelor's degree in Education and Child development. I have experience with Montessori method and Special needs (TDAH and Down Syndrome). I worked as a teacher for 2 years with kids 3 years old to 12 years old. I have 5 years of nanny and babysitter experience with infants, toddlers and kids.
Beatriz can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Lena B.


Pasadena, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking A Part-time Job As A Nanny, Babysitter, Or Personal Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am extremely experienced as a babysitter and nanny. I started babysitting when I was 10 years old (16 years ago!), and continue to enjoy working with children. I have experience accommodating for special needs, physical and mental, as I spent 5 summers working at a summer camp for kids with special needs and have a close...
Lena can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Lena was AMAZING! With my son, super patient, always on time. And super available to your needs, would recommend her to anyone!"

Jesse P.

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Zlata H.


Woodland Hills, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Private Nanny With Golden Hands

Dear parents, I am highly experienced, university educated, professional nanny. I have extensive experience taking care of infant age (from 3 months), toddler age, and preschool age kids. In my nanny career I did not missed any age (experienced with newborn babies all the way to 15 y. o. teenagers). Experienced w/ toddler twins...
Zlata can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Zlata is one of the best childcare workers we’ve ever met! She is really the only person we feel comfortable with watching our 4 yr old son for date nights etc. She is attentive, kind, and knowledgeable. I recommend her a hundred times over! "

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Hannah W.


Canoga Park, CA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am Hannah. I am 21 years old and moved to Los Angeles myself when I was 19, and started professionally nannying at that point. I have consistently worked with 4 families since moving here, but am always looking for extra work to fill my time! I have full experience with the ages of 6 months-16 years, as well as...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I trust her with my children very much "

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Luana G.


Los Angeles, CA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

I speak Portuguese, Spanish and English I have First AED and CPR AED . I have experience with special needs, newborn, babies and kids any age. I have 7 years of experience. I can provide recommendations. I am also very comfortable with pets since I grew up living in a farm. My last 3 families I worked with had multiple kids. I...
Luana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Luana is my favorite person! She was my nanny in 2018 and took care of my boys for a year, she took care of my baby who was only 2 months old and my other boy was 2 years old. she took care of them with a lot of love and care. I recommend her for sure."

Amanda L.

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Nathalie W.


Calabasas, CA

$35-45/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have been working with special needs kids for over 8 years now, and I love it. I have worked with Down Syndrome, Autism, and all kind of special needs.
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Dominaja L.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny Available Immediately!

Hi there! I have many years of nanny experience, including with special needs children. Experiences and familiarity includes Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, ADHD, non mobile and non verbal. I have sat in therapy sessions and made sure to work on skills in their learning plan. I have also been responsible for...
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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Elizabeth C.


Valencia, CA

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked at a public charter school for 11 yrs with ages kindergarten through 6th grade. We're a full inclusion school. Some of our kids have Down syndrome, diabetes, adhd, autism of all different levels. I also worked with special needs adults.
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Jesse P.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have 14 years professional experience supporting neuro-diverse youth and adults in home, job, school and community settings. I have worked with individuals with ASD, Down's Syndrome, CP and seizure disorders. I currently work for the Manhattan Beach Unified School District.
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Nithya A.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have had beautiful experiences taking care of children with severe autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and more. I also have experience taking care of elderly folk with schizophrenia, dementia, and other mental illnesses.
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Melissa C.


Alhambra, CA

$19-25/hr

Mother Of 4 Children

Hello my name is Melissa. I am a mother of 4 children. Ages 9-24. I have a 9-year-old daughter who is diagnosed with down syndrome. I have lots of experience help children with special needs. I am looking for a part time and with love to be able to bring my daughter with me for work if possible. Feel free to message me to talk...
Hello My name is Rosa I have 26 years of experience with especial needs kids or adults with turrets , Down syndrome , developmentally disorder , autism and also with the elderly with dementia, elzimers I'm a CNA MA CPR licenses are to date , I graduated from college with a AAA on behavior of science , I speak English and Spanish

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Van Nuys, CA

Ariel R.

5.0

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 him set up appointments, went with him to all doctor's appointments, relaying pertinent info to the family, advocated for him to get the maximum...

- Anthony R.

Stephanie Y.

5.0

Stephanie was a respite worker for my son with special needs during the summer and school breaks for many years. He and his typically developing sister always looked forward to visits from Stephanie which allowed my husband and I to go out. Stephanie always focused on making the time spent with our...

- Martha P.

Lena B.

5.0

Lena was AMAZING! With my son, super patient, always on time. And super available to your needs, would recommend her to anyone!

- Jesse P.

Zlata H.

5.0

Zlata cared for my two young kids for a year and was incredible. My younger one was still a baby when she started, the only reason we parted ways was because the younger one was starting school. She did a great job of teaching them manners, and how to clean up after themselves. She was extremely...

- Care member

Hannah W.

5.0

I trust her with my children very much

- Care member

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