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Stephanie G.

Personal Certified Chef and Personal Assistant

Buena Park, CA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I love to cook! It is my passion to help others while creating and providing healthy meals. I have been cooking for over 10 years and can prepare just about anything. Nutrition is vital to living a healthy life. Our busy daily lives sometimes prevents us from eating excellent, nutritious, balanced meals at home. That's where I...

Sabrina L. says "We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very...

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7 Years Autism Experience!

La Palma, CA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello. I am Chay and I have worked with kids that are now teenagers that have autism . Been taking care of special needs for over 14 years . I am very reliable and responsible. I am flexible as well . I have my own car and I am CPR certified. . I am with a amazing family now but they are moving and have to find another job . I...
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Caregiver/ Elderly / Special Needs

Lakewood, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
dementia
I'm a compassionate, honest, hard working woman that has had many years of experience. I have worked with elderly with many different needs, I treat them as they were my own family. I do have past families that would give me a reference if needed. I also, work with special needs children and adults, I have worked for the school...
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Hard Worker And Honest

Artesia, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients.
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Fun Sitter And Laugh Creator

Los Angeles, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Ally and I'm very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 5 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested and compensated for. Personally, I've also worked with...
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La Palma, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi my name is Lamora I am a part time honors student at cypress college. My passion is working with kids, particularly kids with autism and special needs. I am CPR certified and I have in home ABA experience 1 year as well as in school setting behavioral interventionist 3 years experience. I have worked with all ages and all...
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South Gate, CA

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$21/hr
4 years experience
I am 26 years old. A college graduate with a degree in child development and have worked with all ages of children from new borns to teens. I am a very high spirited joyful person who loves to work with children. Activities and more. Have reliable transportation as well. I hope to work with you! I have 5 years experience working...
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Bellflower, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I have over 20 years of Nanny Experience (Including Children With Special Needs newborns, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children multiple children at once I raised 2 beautiful daughters & 1 son (now in college), I received my degree in Child & Adolescent Development and have been child, family, and community involved my...
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Long Beach, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 6 years of experience babysitting. I have caregiver experience for children, adults, and elderly. I know how to care to special needs children as well and willing to accept any training needed. I am willing to transport, babysit, help clean, tidy up, and do activities with the kids if necessary. Please consider me...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$23/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
As a caregiver, I find immense joy in nurturing and supporting children as they grow and learn. While I have three years of paid experience, I have more than 10 years of personal experience with children including my own 2 being twins. have honed my skills in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children...
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Hacienda Heights, CA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
My name is Natalie. I'm a Certified Nurse Assistant with a bachelor's in Psych. I'm also a mom to a very active toddler! I have years of experience working with infants, toddlers, and children with and without special needs. (Ages: Newborn+) I speak English and Spanish and can communicate effectively in American Sign...
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Buena Park, CA

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I work before in a facility with kids and adults with special needs. I love taking care of them.
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Fun Babysitter - Ex- ABA Technician

Monterey Park, CA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I had previous experience working with special needs children. On a personal note, I have raised my sister since I was 11 - and she is 16 now! I am nurturing and caring by nature.
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Compton, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a compassionate and trustworthy caregiver with extensive experience in elderly care and a genuine love for working with children. I have a background in caring for kids with special needs as well as those who are typically developing. I also offer meal prep services, light housekeeping, and transportation. I strive to create...
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Long Beach, CA

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$16/hr
2 years experience
I have more than 2 years of experience taking care of kids and adults with disabilities. I am caring and very responsible person. I love helping others.
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Santa Fe Springs, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm Savannah, a nursing student with five years of experience as a CNA and a strong background in home health care. I've worked with patients of all ages and have plenty of experience with babysitting and caring for children. I'm patient, reliable, and calm under pressure, and I genuinely love supporting families and making...
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Special Needs Care Available

Bellflower, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have six years experience working with adults who have developmental disabilities. I have worked in group homes and day program settings. I also love helping people reach their goals.
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Norwalk, CA

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$18/hr
Live-in home care
errands
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Leeah I've been a care giver for 3 years. I love helping people and being a support system. I have experience with dementia, special needs, child care, and elderly care. I've helped with house keeping, appointments, meal prep, bathing, fun activities and etc. I have my own car and very dedicated
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Huntington Park, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
Hello! I am a working student currently studying nursing! I have about 3 years experience along with volunteer work with different special needs students ranging from ages 3-12. I have worked at a few elementary schools as a special education teacher assistant, and have been certified with first aid and CPR training, along with...
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Teacher Assistant & Personnal Assistant

Los Angeles, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hello there I have worked with children all my life helping them in their developing for the last 15+ yrs. I have assisting/working & happily cared for elderly people for the last six years. I have had assisting with bath, dressed, shopping, hospital appointments, in general health appointments, personal errands, mail & emails....
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.08/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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