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Patricia C.


Compton, CA

$19-25/hr

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Very adaptable and willing to learn how to care for clients special needs. Taken care of infants with support needs.
I try my best to understand each individual's needs. I have no problem helping out in unconventional ways. My youngest brother is a 6-year-old on the autism spectrum so I'm very familiar with caring for a child with similar needs. I' always open to learning more and educating myself further through experience.
"I have experience effectively collaborating with individuals with disabilities." "I am skilled at working with people of all abilities, including those with disabilities." "I have a strong track record of supporting and empowering individuals with disabilities in the workplace." "I am comfortable and adept at providing...
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Erika M.


Compton, CA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

I am a dedicated and compassionate nanny with experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I am passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to thrive. I have worked with kids for 4 years now as a teacher, assistant for kids with special needs, and a...
Erika can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

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Promise B.


Compton, CA

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hello Families!

Hi! I'm Promise and I'm 23 years old. I've always had an intense I love and passion for children and have always wanted to work with them. I have 7 years of childcare experience; 4 being with toddlers and infants. I went o college for 2 years and have 12 ECE. I am planning to go back to college to earn my AA and be certified as...
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

Early Education

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Anna T.


Lomita, CA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, Errand Runner, Etc.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have several babysitting and nanny references and have worked in a highly structured church child care for 2+ years. I have experience with multiples, special needs, CPR and high pressure situations. I do all of the grocery shopping, planning and cooking of meals for my family and also have house cleaning experience. I am a...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anna is a GREAT household or personal assistant. She has a good attitude, takes directions easily and works independently. She is also punctual and a good communicator. My home has never been so organized!"

Katie H.

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Madeline H.


Long Beach, CA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

*I am in San Diego now through the beginning of august only* Hello! My name is Madeline and I am psychology graduate with 5+ years working in the ABA/special needs community. I have experience with all age ranges and all skill levels, as well as all the patience and love in the world to make a lasting impression on your kiddo....
Madeline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Maddie has been working with us for several months and caring for our 3 year old daughter. She quickly built trust and made a quick bond with our daughter, who is autistic. She is very patient, caring, and attentive to her needs and has also helped with her...

Joe F.

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Jennifer R.


Lakewood, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fully Vaccinated Caregiver

Hello, I'm Jenna, a caring and experienced caregiver with over 10 years in the field. I've worked with In-Home Support Services through the state and privately, specializing in special needs and senior care since I was 16. My journey began by caring for my father, who is blind and has mobility issues. Since then, I've gained...
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

5.0
"Jenna is an amazing and dedicated caregiver. Gave us daily updates and got along so well with my senior mother in law, who can be a challenge ! Jenna has also watched my baby and has been so attentive and engaged with her. 10 out of 10 would recommend, she is...

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Marina R.


Torrance, CA

$30-35/hr15 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

I am a nurturing nanny with a genuine passion for my work with children, bringing over 10 years of experience with infants, toddlers, and special needs children. I consider each child an individual, each with their own personality that I help to grow and cultivate. I have extensive experience with sleep training, meal...
Marina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Marina is the most reliable, carrying, dependable, children adoring nanny you can find. She is a person who does this work out of true passion for the development and nourishment of children. She's intuitive and always finds a beautiful connection with every child...

Yana R.

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Auria A.


Downey, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter/Nanny Available

I have over 8 years of experience with newborns/infants (0-6 months); toddlers(1-5) and children (10-12). I've worked with different families in the LA area. I am very responsible and committed to my job and responsibility when caring for children. I also work part-time as a Physician Assistant finishing my Master's degree in a...
Auria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation."

Jorge E.

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Kendra D.


Long Beach, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kids Are Kids - They Just Learn Differently.

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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Crystiani S.


Redondo Beach, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dear Families, I'm from Brazil, 38yo. Caring for children has always been my passion! I hold a childhood education certification working as a teacher with little ones aged 0 to 5 years and with special needs. Since 2013, I've been nurturing and supporting families including a meaningful experience as program for teenage...
5.0
"Crys is kind, caring, responsive, responsible, and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their children!"

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Robinna B.


Redondo Beach, CA

$40-45/hr3 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.
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...

Elinor R.

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Sara M.


Norwalk, CA

$24-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sara, I'm a mother of twin boys, age 18. I speak English and Spanish. I have my own car, clean driving and criminal record. I'm a very nice kind, loving, caring, fun, energetic, outgoing person, who loves kids. I've been a nanny for more then 10 years. I have worked with all ages, twins, additionally I have worked...
Sara can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sara has been with our family now for close to two years. Words can not express what a blessing Sara has been to our family. Not only has she cared for our child extraordinarily well, she has cared for the needs of our entire family. Our son loves her as though she...

Mitchell R.

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Angella G.


Redondo Beach, CA

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Angella. I was born and raised in the South Bay. I moved to Arizona in 1996 and moved back a couple years ago. I have been a caregiver for the past 25+ years. I've worked 15+ years with special needs children/adults I also have worked 25+ years in child care and 5 years with elderly care. I've created safe and...
Angella can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Angela has been an exceptional addition to our family as a nanny for our 4-year-old son for the past 3 years. She is kind, patient, and goes above and beyond to ensure our son is safe and happy. Her prior experience in daycare and school services has enabled her to...

Andrew H.

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Dawn S.


Lomita, CA

$18-20/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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Josefina F.


Long Beach, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Love love Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had a son with special needs for 10 years and now I m available to help other Mothers with extensively care that our special Babies need.I had experience with Cerebral Palsy. I know how to use Suction Machine, Asthma machine and gastronomy tube or G-tube. I am also a CPR certified.
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Dawn S.


Lomita, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Development

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 grown daughters. I hold a California teaching certification in Early Childhood Education as well as a BS in Psychology. I have worked for local School District for 32 years and taught at private schools. I currently am employed with local school district as a substitute teacher and privately tutor special...
Dawn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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Anna W.


Long Beach, CA

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Babysitter With Over 18 Years Experience With Children From Infancy To Age 12.

As a nurturing caregiver with 20 years of experience, I'm passionate about children's growth and development. My patient and calm personality allows me to create a safe and nurturing environment where children thrive. I keep parents updated on their child's day through regular updates and follow their preferred communication...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have known Anna for over twenty years and know that she is dependable and a caring person. She is raising an amazing child and am impressed her patients and adaptability. I don't have kids myself but if I did I would feel no hesitation to have Anna take care of...

Shanna W.

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Diana A.


Downey, CA

$25-27/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I graduated with my degree in child and family studies at CSULB, so I have learned a lot about kids. Even without the degree, I've always been well experienced with taking care of kids. I've been on care. com for 7 years and still have care jobs from when I first started on the app. I was a summer camp ymca counselor...
Diana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Compton, CA

Anna T.

5.0

Anna is a GREAT household or personal assistant. She has a good attitude, takes directions easily and works independently. She is also punctual and a good communicator. My home has never been so organized!

- Katie H.

Madeline H.

5.0

Maddie has been working with us for several months and caring for our 3 year old daughter. She quickly built trust and made a quick bond with our daughter, who is autistic. She is very patient, caring, and attentive to her needs and has also helped with her development. Maddie has been very...

- Joe F.

Jennifer R.

5.0

Jenna is an amazing and dedicated caregiver. Gave us daily updates and got along so well with my senior mother in law, who can be a challenge ! Jenna has also watched my baby and has been so attentive and engaged with her. 10 out of 10 would recommend, she is terrific and responsible and caring

- Care member

Marina R.

5.0

Marina is the most reliable, carrying, dependable, children adoring nanny you can find. She is a person who does this work out of true passion for the development and nourishment of children. She's intuitive and always finds a beautiful connection with every child she has ever worked with. She's...

- Yana R.

Auria A.

5.0

Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation.

- Jorge E.

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