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Michele H.


Manhattan Beach, CA

$40-50/hr

Experienced Special Needs Sister

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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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Hannah S.


Manhattan Beach, CA

$30-45/hr1 yrs exp

To Know Is To Love

Hi! My name is Hannah. I'm currently a caregiver for someone with special needs. My love for the special needs community is extremely strong and a big part of my life. I got into caregiving at a very young age and just about a year ago dove into special needs caregiving. My experience is with autism, epilepsy, cognitive...
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Pamela M.


Manhattan Beach, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I Believe Every Child Is Unique And Exceptional. I Strive To Develop Each Child As A Whole Child.

Experienced with special needs; nanny caring for A. D. D., ADHD,, reading disabilities, juvenile diabetes, premature birth, and unmet milestones in fine and gross motor skills. With a strong emphasis on speech and literacy. Tutor to reinforce skills taught by therapist and by teachers - in a fun, consistent manner. Your learn...
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Jonathan W.


Manhattan Beach, CA

$30-50/hr10 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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Yvette J.


Los Angeles, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving for All Special Ones

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for a special young lady. I have respect for her life as is. I help with bathing, dressing, talking, laughing and some discipline.
5.0
"Yvette was fantastic! She was nice and friendly. She was on time to pick me up to take me to my surgery. She waited in the waiting room for me while I recovered. She got my prescriptions filled. She checked in on me daily to see how I was recovering and to see if I...

Jeff G.

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Liliana F.


Los Angeles, CA

$15-25/hr6 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,...
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,...

Nancy B.

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Dawn S.


Lomita, CA

$15-20/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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Michael S.


Los Angeles, CA

$27-35/hr6 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Michael helped out my niece and nephew for the last week after school. My brother and sister inlaw needed last minute help with their kids and he did a great job looking after them. He picked them up from school, helped them finish their homework and made them...

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Michaela H.


Torrance, CA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Motivating others to accomplish their goals while providing an applicable learning environment has always been a passion of mine. I have desire to serve clients with varying disabilities as I believe it is important to not only promote inclusion, but focus on the "able" in disability. I have had 3 years of experience serving as...
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Sophia D.


Marina del Rey, CA

$50/hr10 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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Ally W.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available!

3.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have almost 4 years experience working with kids with special needs, from working with one family for 2 years, short term side jobs with multiple families, volunteering with the Son Rise Program, and working in my old high school special education classroom! I'm current a UCSB student studying data science and mathematics...
3.0
"Ally is a friendly and energetic young adult who provided short-term care for my child. Unfortunately, she did not fulfill her obligations with us and stopped showing up for her shift."

Mechiel T.

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Erika L.


Torrance, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Behavior Therapist

I have worked as a behavior therapist with children of all ages. Children with behavioral and developmental challenges require special care that I am equipped to provide. I am bright, caring and fun but firm when need be. I believe in positive reinforcement as primary means to motivate children. Learning through play and...
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Keylee C.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-50/hr6 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/hr10 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...
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...

John B.

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Andrea W.


Los Angeles, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

ABOVE The Average

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Taking care of your loved one, is my passion. Over 28 plus years in the medical field licensed and many years of hands on experience, treating your loved one with the love, dignity and respect helping krep them as independent as possible. Every day's a different journey and I'm hear to assist every step of the way. I come with...
5.0
"Andrea was a Fantastic care giver to my nephew. She was punctual, caring, hard working, reliable and was a great addition to the house while she was there. I would highly recommend her and would definitely hire her again."

Claudine J.

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Lee A.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

At my day job, I work with children on the autism spectrum as a Registered Behavior Technician, assisting with life skills and teaching basic education (math, spelling, etc.). I am an author on the National Science Foundation, dedicated to expanding resources for autistic students on a community college track. I babysit and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Danielle S.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-50/hr10 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Dave O.


Torrance, CA

$26-37/hr15 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

My work experiences are as follows: 2005 - Present Behavior Therapist * Peer to peer interaction and social skills * One to one shadowing in school with children with autism * Experience working with children in home setting 2008 - Present Summer Camp Counselor * Supervise children through their daily...
Skills:

CPR

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Morgan W.


Hawthorne, CA

$10-30/hr

Full Time Nanny/ Caregiver

As a child in seventh grade I volunteered in a disabled class after school. Also when my mother moved in with another family I had became an instant caregiver to a young boy named age 4 years old. As a Junior in high school I volunteered at a week long camp and was able to be friend and help along a fifth grade girl with special...
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Erin H.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-50/hr1 yrs exp

I started caring for people with special needs when I started working for LAUSD in January 2023 as a campus aide then I became a Special Education Assistant.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Manhattan Beach, CA

Yvette J.

5.0

Yvette was fantastic! She was nice and friendly. She was on time to pick me up to take me to my surgery. She waited in the waiting room for me while I recovered. She got my prescriptions filled. She checked in on me daily to see how I was recovering and to see if I needed her to assist me with...

- Jeff G.

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.

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.

Michael S.

5.0

Michael helped out my niece and nephew for the last week after school. My brother and sister inlaw needed last minute help with their kids and he did a great job looking after them. He picked them up from school, helped them finish their homework and made them dinner each night. He has been...

- Care member

Ally W.

3.0

Ally is a friendly and energetic young adult who provided short-term care for my child. Unfortunately, she did not fulfill her obligations with us and stopped showing up for her shift.

- Mechiel T.

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