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Ariel R.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

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

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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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Brittany H.


Los Angeles, CA

$10-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In the summer of 2016, I worked at a camp/rehabilitation that specializes in the care of children, adolescents, and adults with either psychical or mental disabilities. I worked with participants who have Autism, Cerebral Palsy, wheel-chair bound, Un-diagnosed Developmental Delays, MR, etc.
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Sophia D.


Marina del Rey, CA

$41-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Developmental Specialist - Early Intervention - DIR/FLOORTIME EXPERT PROVIDER-

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Sophia and my passion is to help children and their families with developmental delays to unlock their fullest potential by advocating, educating and promoting healthy developmental strategies. My Credentials include a master's in special education early childhood Birth-grade 2, teaching credentials in CA & NY...
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Keylee C.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello parents or guardians, I'm currently a special education teacher for grades 1st-5th grade. I have my credentials in moderate/severe special education. I have been teaching for three years now and have gained a lot of experience collaborating with so many professionals to support the needs for my students. Before...
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Karen G.


Los Angeles, CA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Provider for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

I have been working with deaf and hard of hearing children for over 15 years. I have knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL). I have a Master's degree in Deaf Education. I was an elementary teacher for the deaf in public schools. I have also worked with deaf and hard of hearing preschoolers. For me to be passionate in what I...
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"Karen has worked for me for about three years. I have a deaf and autistic daughter 28 years old who lives with me. I am a single father,. My wife died of breast cancer in 2010. Karen was one of two people who provided care but more important training in life skills...

John B.

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Liliana F.


Los Angeles, CA

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Monday Thru Friday Caregiver/CNA/HHA Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified nursing assistant and home health aide as well as CPR/BLS and first aide certified. I am a patient, dependable, honest, quick thinking and calm individual. I have both personal and professional experience. My experience includes patients with stroke, dementia, Alzheimer's, ALS/Lou Gehrig's disease, hemiplegia,...
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"Gracie has really enjoyed Lily sitting with her because she's fun and engaging. It's not always simple to find activities to do with a special needs child but Lily is kind and understands Gracie. She does an excellent job caring for Gracie's physical needs,...

Nancy B.

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Robinna B.


Redondo Beach, CA

$40-45/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Before being an Early Intervention Teacher at Pediatric Therapy Network, my mother worked with children and adults with special needs for over 20 years. Working with children has shown me the significance and beauty in helping people become independent and active members in society.
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"Robinna has been the best babysitter we've had for our special needs son. Not only did she take the time to get to know our son. She constantly interacts with him the whole time she spends time with him. My son was delayed in speech and she saw the progress he...

Elinor R.

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Jesse P.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-35/hr • 10 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.
Jesse can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Danielle S.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Private Special Needs Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My history of professional child care dates back to 2011 when I was 15 years old. During the summer of 2011, I worked at a school for the Children's Defense Fund. There I served as a Junior Servant Leader and was entitled to work with children of ages ranging from as young as a year old to 12 years and older. My job was to read...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Araceli A.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My name is Araceli , I have 5 years of experience working with special needs. I have worked in an early education center as a special ed aide as well as an ABA therapist. I have worked with children of different ages and with different disabilities and I am passionate of the work I do. I am fluent in English and Spanish.
Araceli can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Andrew M.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have 3-4 years of experience providing dedicated caregiving for two children with autism, focusing on building a supportive and friendly relationship. My role included helping with daily routines like running errands, taking them to therapy appointments, and organizing outings to basketball games and meals out. I prioritize...
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Taylor B.


Los Angeles, CA

$50-75/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Taylor. I am a certified special education teacher who loves working with kids with disabilities. I first started working with kids with disabilities when I was a teenager, babysitting a family friend's child with ASD (Henry is so cool! He does radio now!). I also have experience with a family member on...
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Cathy S.


Lawndale, CA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care and Nanny

I have worked with in the Folsom Cordova Unified School District, Washoe County School District with the special education department, as a privater tutor for an autistic boy, as a home health care assistant for a quadriplegic gentleman, and a teen with cerebral palsy. I worked as a personal assistant for a business woman. My...
Cathy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Dave O.


Torrance, CA

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

My work experiences are as follows: From 2000 to present I work as a behavioral therapist for a private company. I help my client in school setting with social skills and peer to peer interaction. I shadow my student every day at class during school hours. Also I have experience working with children's and adult in home...
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Gabrielle D.


Redondo Beach, CA

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Gaby

One thing you should know about me is I love caring for people. It's in my nature to care for and love others. I also teach Pre-K during the day and love watching children grow and thrive and learn My skills include patience, understanding and empathy
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John Paul S.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I'm a preschool teacher with plenty of experience in the care of children with special needs. I've worked with kids in the autism spectrum, those with anger issues, and others with undiagnosed behavioral and developmental issues. Although I wouldn't say I'm an expert in this field, I do bring a lot of experience to the table...
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Jonathan W.


Manhattan Beach, CA

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Life Skills Coach

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Seizure Attendance. Along with having an Education Specialist Credential (CA) and M. A. in Special Education, I have been a football coach, therefore using my talents with your son/daughter for social skills, study habits and test taking...
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Michele H.


Manhattan Beach, CA

$40-50/hr

Experienced Special Needs Sister

I am a strong, yet calm and warm, individual. I am the older sibling to an autistic brother. He is a client of Harbor Regional Center. I attend community events with my brother to support him, as well as, to encourage conversation with other people. I also plan activities for us to do at home when he is overstimulated. I am...
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Michael S.


Los Angeles, CA

$27-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

Caregiver/manny/special Needs Caregiver/babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My experiences include being a 'nanny', assisting with basic chaperoning of children of employers I was a personal assistant for, being an art teacher for kids ranging from age 4 to 16, tutoring kids for ISEE and SAT/ACT, ranging in age from 5 to 18, being a caregiver for a young adult on the autism spectrum (special needs), and...
Michael can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lily H.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience + Heart

I have been active in this field for over 17 years supporting people with disabilities (2-60 yrs old). Currently I manage a program at a non profit in the San Fernando Valley supporting young adults with disabilities to secure employment. I have worked here for 10 years and love the people I support, but I am ready to make a...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Hawthorne, 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.

Karen G.

5.0

Karen has worked for me for about three years. I have a deaf and autistic daughter 28 years old who lives with me. I am a single father,. My wife died of breast cancer in 2010. Karen was one of two people who provided care but more important training in life skills for my daughter. My daughter liked...

- John B.

Liliana F.

5.0

Gracie has really enjoyed Lily sitting with her because she's fun and engaging. It's not always simple to find activities to do with a special needs child but Lily is kind and understands Gracie. She does an excellent job caring for Gracie's physical needs, transitioning her from wheelchair to her...

- Nancy B.

Robinna B.

5.0

Robinna has been the best babysitter we've had for our special needs son. Not only did she take the time to get to know our son. She constantly interacts with him the whole time she spends time with him. My son was delayed in speech and she saw the progress he made this year. She has learned...

- Elinor R.

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