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Asia P.


Valencia, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

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I am 22 years old, I have been working with children consistently since 2021. I have experience with children of all ages and kids with special needs, I am CPR certified and have my own transportation. I'm good with dishes, kids laundry, and picking up around the house/keeping things organized (kids toys, clothes; etc.) I hope...
Asia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

I am a caregiver and I know how to take care of special needs adults or kids. I have been doing this kind of work since I was 18 yrs. of age
I am a mother of two children. I currently work for the school district as paraeducator for moderate to severe special education children. I have a 12-year-old daughter and 16-year-old son. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have 2 year degree in psychology and have taken some child education courses to complete my degree. I am...

Amanda K.


Newhall, CA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a BCBA turned stay at home mommy who has worked with children for almost a decade. Most of my experience is with children with special needs but I also work with typically developing children as a Tinkergarten leader!
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Maria G.


Lancaster, CA

$34/hr10 yrs exp

24/7 Private Caregiver Hospice Experience

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Private caregiver with 20+ years of experience Last 15 years working with Alzheimer's/dementia patients Cancer patients Special needs companion caregiver Driving to doctors appointments or grocery shopping personal shopping or running errands Last 10 years working with hospice patients Excellent references Diploma...
Maria can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Maria helped with my elderly mother while I was out of town for a week. She did an excellent job, providing cleaning services, help and assistance to my mother. She went above and beyond our expectations and I was very impressed with her good work ethic. I will...

Brian W.

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Joan N.


Canyon Country, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 16 years of caregivers experience, I am currently working with special needs children/ Adult for united cerebral palsy of Los Angeles my duties are transferring from wheel chair to bed, or chair, hoyer lift, pivot transfers, bathing, grooming, feeding, dressing,, toileting, meals preparation, laundry, housekeeping,...
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"From the first day Joan started caring for my mother, she continues to demonstrate that she is trustworthy, reliable and genuinely warm. She communicates well with my mother, with me and my husband and has a nice disposition and is very personable. Joan listens and...

Janice K.

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Alexandra B.


Northridge, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Alexandra, nickname is Sasha. I am a registered occupational therapist who works at a pediatric clinic. I have passion and experience working with children and adults with various acute and chronic disabilities, injuries, and other illnesses. I would love to be of service to your family.
5.0
"Sasha is a very kindhearted person. She was punctual and professional. We look forward to working her with again. "

Mimi B.

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Daenielle F.


Lancaster, CA

$22-30/hr4 yrs exp

special needs

I have over 5 years experience working with special needs and mental health. I am also a certified occupational therapy assistant.
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Riley S.


Canyon Country, CA

$18-24/hr1 yrs exp

I used to work for a company called California Spectrum Care, at this facility my title was service specialist. I would help two individuals daily with normal day things such as helping use the restroom, get to certain places, learn to cook and clean, etc. I would also be around everyone else in the room at help out when needed...
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Vanessa C.


Panorama City, CA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring

Hello! My name is Vanessa I have 4 years professional experience with childcare ages 3-16. My skills and knowledge comes from working with the school district and well as summer camps. I have knowledge working with kids from different ages as well as working with those in the autistic spectrum and special needs. I am a fun...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Vanessa goes above and beyond in anything she sets her mind to. She is punctual dependable. Vanessa is a quick learner and is wonderful with both children and pets. She treats them like they are her own with much love and care."

Odalis M.

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Martha A.


Granada Hills, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

52-year-old 23 yrs of experience both with special needs Adults /Infants/ Twins & up to 3 CPR/ First Aid certified English/ Spanish Outstanding reference letters
Martha can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Martha is kind and loving and took excellent care of our daughter. She was attentive and sent updates frequently so that I could stay connected to my child throughout the day which I really appreciated. Martha and my child bonded easily and so well that my child...

Stephanie M.

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Victoria G.


Sylmar, CA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Available As A Care Giver P/T

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience as a caregiver. For example, I worked as a babysitter for a child age 5 months and also my grandmother when she had heart disease, and I take care my Mon has long cancer from the 200 still is fighting cancer disease . Since I became a caregiver, I have loved to help people with special needs. I learn from them,...
5.0
"Victoria was with our family for 6 years. It was a tough decision to say goodbye not only for us but our children. I would hire her again and again. She was a second mother to both my kids through all of the time she was with us . We never had to worry about our...

Yetunde S.

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Marinella A.


Canyon Country, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time

4.2

(6)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I provided full infant and toddler care including feeding, bathing, socializing and transporting. I attended consistently to children's emotional needs. I managed emergencies calmly. 30 years experience as a Nanny Experience with infants, multiples and special need children Trustworthy, Resourceful, patient and nurturing...
Marinella can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Marinella has been a godsend for our family. She is reliable and so full of energy. She was very capable and had so much knowledge to share when she started caring for our 6 month old. She goes above and beyond and has enriched my child's life. She spends time each...

Sondra V.

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Sonia S.


Sylmar, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently working in a Preschool with special needs students. I like to create a safe, nurturing, fun, and learning environment. I have been working with children for 20 years. I enjoy helping and working with kids!
Sonia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sonia is a fun, caring, and a dependable caregiver. She provided us with excellent services for our child. I would hire her again and recommend her."

Jael F.

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Daenielle F.


Lancaster, CA

$18-30/hr5 yrs exp

Daenielle F.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have professional experience working with children and adolescents between the ages of 2-18 years of age. I worked with children providing health/therapy services, and as such I have experience working with special needs, mental health, and physical health issues as well. I am currently certified in basic life support and...
Daenielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Daenielle is truly a wonderful person and very dependable when looking after my son. My son needs extra attention and so Daenielle provides many activities and uses positive engagements to my son's needs. I'm truly grateful for her hard work and her passionate work...

Zachary N.

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Andrew H.


Granada Hills, CA

$35-52/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic And Caring Board Certified Autism Technician

My name is Andrew I am currently a Nursing student. Before pursuing my nursing career I worked as a behavioral technician. I specialize in care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related conditions. I can also aide young children with tutoring or organization needs. I have been working in this field for over 3 years...
5.0
"Always on time , easy to communicate with about the wants and needs of my child . Dependable and trustworthy, amazing team player . Andrew will be an amazing asset to any family because he goes above and beyond to provide the necessary tools for a child to succeed."

MIREYA M.

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Shawnie F.


Northridge, CA

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

My son had cerebral palsy due to a hospital mistake. I had to learn to do everything for him, I was his eyes his hands and his mouth I was his everything for him. He was feed through a feeding tube, I also had to learn to give him seizure, Acid reflex, medicine and be able to suction him through his nose and mouth with a Suction...
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Caitlin G.


Northridge, CA

$28-35/hr6 yrs exp

Caitlin From Northridge, CA

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Caitlin and I would love to work for you! I am a flexible nanny open to working part time or full time. I have worked as a nanny, date night sitter, babysitter, mothers helper, and just occasional help from time to time. I have been working with children for 6+ years and have experience with babies all the way to...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Caitlin helped us out on a couple of nights with our 5 year old son, who enjoyed his time with her. She's punctual with a warm personality. We recommend hiring her!"

Jane H.

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Karen P.


Winnetka, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Motivating, Creative Sitter

Hello everyone! I have 10+ years of experience working with children. I simply love children and I enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. I have worked with in special education as one to one assistant at a school setting. I have done ABA therapy at school, home, and clinic setting. I have also...
5.0
"Karen has been phenomenal with our 2 year old! Our toddler has is very attached to Mommy and has a hard time when I leave but Karen is so sweet and patient with her! She’s become a regular part of our weeks and we’re so grateful for her!"

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Isamar C.


Reseda, CA

$27/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Isamar. I am a very energetic, hard-working, and dependable person. I can cook, clean, help with homework, and I encourage lots of outdoor activities. I have 8 years experience in childcare and have a genuine love for kids. I have cared for children of all ages from newborn to 12 years of age, including special...
Isamar can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Isamar has been a blessing. She is dependable and understanding. Helps my daughter with homework and provides reliable transportation. Isamar prepares meals and researches recipes due to my daughters sensitive digestive system . My daughter couldn't be any happier."

Edith H.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Castaic, CA

Maria G.

5.0

Maria has been working with us for almost 2 months & yet it feels like we've known her much longer. She communicates wonderfully with the dynamic relationship of our elder's need & the family needs, with respect & perspective. Highly organized, punctual, responsive & adaptable. Has been a blessing...

- Elizabeth S.

Joan N.

5.0

From the first day Joan started caring for my mother, she continues to demonstrate that she is trustworthy, reliable and genuinely warm. She communicates well with my mother, with me and my husband and has a nice disposition and is very personable. Joan listens and follows any instructions and asks...

- Janice K.

Alexandra B.

5.0

Sasha is a very kindhearted person. She was punctual and professional. We look forward to working her with again.

- Mimi B.

Vanessa C.

5.0

Vanessa goes above and beyond in anything she sets her mind to. She is punctual dependable. Vanessa is a quick learner and is wonderful with both children and pets. She treats them like they are her own with much love and care.

- Odalis M.

Martha A.

5.0

Martha is honest, hard-working, and patient. She is a strong communicator and logged all of our daughter's activities each day for us. While she has a lot of experience with children, she follows the parents' wishes and only provides her perspective when asked. I did find that she has valuable...

- Suzanne F.

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