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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Encino, CA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
Special needs caregivers in Encino, CA
5.0
(5)
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: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caitlin was great with our 17 month old son! She was a joy to have around the house. I recommend her. :)"
Victoria B.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm lily,
I'm a certified nursing assistant and a home health-aid. I have my CPR and BLS.
I have worked with different groups of people: From newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, teens to special needs, post-surgery and elderly. I have the required experience and references.
I love interacting and taking care of...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Lily was tremendous help! Punctual, prepared, patient, CARING, friendly, flexible, and attentive. Some of the circumstances and tasks of this job changed, but she remained professional, calm, and KIND throughout. Lily INVOLVED herself in my care and went beyond...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families! I currently work full time as a nanny in Beverly Hills to two wonderful boys, 2. 5y & 6y, I have been with this family for 18 months and unfortunately, for me, some new career opportunities has the family packing up and moving across the country. I will be reluctantly saying goodbye to them soon and so am back on...
Nuriya can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nuriya has incredible experience caring for and teaching children. Anyone would be lucky to hire such a professional!"
Reese N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a teacher/counselor for 4th graders at a summer camp. I was an office assistant/nurse in summer camp as well. I have experienced with special need students, varying from physical and mental needs. I'm very passionate with kids, I'm studying to become a teacher/special education teacher. I love to do fun activities and play...
Keila can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Keila was very patient with my kids . They loved how friendly and nice she was."
Sandy M.
Elizabeth S.
Los Angeles, CA
$24-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Bilingual, College Educated, Special Needs & Autism
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Liz and I'm an empathetic caregiver, A little bit about myself: I come from a large family, so taking care of people comes as second nature to me. I started working as a care giver and found a new passion of taking care of people. I'm also a mother to an adult daughter. My schedule is currently open
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Liz has helped my family for many years. She was originally hired by me in 2010 to help with my newborn son and his two-year-old brother. When my second child was 18 months old he was diagnosed with severe global developmental delays and autism. Liz help...
Daisy D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Celine, a reliable, patient, and upbeat person who is interested in assisting disabled people. I have 10+ years experience with childcare and about 4 years of overlapping special needs care, varying from nannying disabled children, being a camp counselor to disabled kids, managing blood sugar and insulin for a...
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over 17 years of experience in caregiving, I have cultivated a deep commitment to supporting the well-being of my clients. This role enables me to provide compassionate care tailored to their unique emotional and physical needs. My expertise includes personal assistance with grooming, bathing (including bed baths), feeding,...
Jessie can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Jessie was prompt and professional but also friendly and caring. He paid attention to detail and was great at communicating.
My dad was not always easy to work with but Jessie found a way to meet his needs and maintain a peaceful connection with him."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Throughout my career, I've dedicated myself to working with special needs children, fostering inclusion and providing personalized care. With three years of experience at an inclusive school in Orange and an additional year as a one-on-one support for a child within a school setting, I've honed my skills in creating supportive...
5.0
(2)
I am a 43 yr old mortgage industry professional who also has experience in caregiving for both children and seniors. Both age groups find me comfortable to be around and reliable. The kids find me fun to play with and the seniors confide in me as a companion who can assist with whatever needed. I have completed some nursing...
Cindy can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
5.0
"Cindy was an exceptional caregiver. She was very flexible and understanding, especially with my mom who was resistant to having a caregiver. She was a great communicator and kept me informed. She accommodated us on short notice. And most of all, Cindy left our...
Care member
Dandre J.
Los Angeles, CA
$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
I M A Very Adaptable, Concerned And Passionate Person. I Work Well With People Of All Ages
3.7
(3)
I have worked as a supervisor at a daycare and managed daily activities. Including children with autism, and other disabilities. I've also taught gymnastics youth classes
5.0
"He is very reliable, trustworthy and respectful. I would definitely hire him again and I do refer him out."
Nikia R.
Evon A.
North Hills, CA
$18-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi
I have a good experience working with special need I could direct them and I could be strong when it's needed
I also can write daily report and meals prepare
I am opening to follow
I will be more than happy to be working for you
Hope to hear back from thank you
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been caring for people in need for more than 10 years now and I enjoyed doing it. I finish my LVN in summit college in Anaheim and it was such a challenge and interesting course.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For over 8 years I have worked with children and infants. I am very good with them. I've taught at day cares ages 5 months-12. I had one toddler who was quite challenging and one day he came to me and said "I Love You" oh how that melted my heart. I taught sign language, reading, science, math, history, I sang with them, played...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karen is incredible!! She watched our 10 month old for 2 weeks recently and was just SO amazing and helpful. She was incredibly patient and smart handling her while L is in a very challenging attached-to-mom phase. They played, went on walks and she kept things...
Jeanann G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a graduate of a 4 year bachelor of science in nursing (BSN), USRN. I am a Licensed REGISTERED NURSE in California with numerous duties, experience and responsibilities in newborn care, neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), delivering babies, suctioning newborn secretion, cutting of the cord, intermediate care for special...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Abegail for a weekend date night. She was a pleasure to interview - friendly and polite, and asked to meet our son prior to the night out to make sure they got along. She took careful notes as I showed her around our house and everything she would need....
Emily K.
Chanelle F.
North Hollywood, CA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Chanelle. I live in North Hollywood. I am interested in working with your family. A little about me, I have 10 +years of professional experience with children ages 6-month-old to 18years old. I have my BA in Liberal Studies as well as all of my early childhood classes completed. I am CPR and First Aid certified...
Chanelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I hired Chanelle to work for my employer's family. She helped with the two children (ages 9 & 5).
Chanelle is an amazing nanny and person. She is kind, caring, loving, and professional. Always on time. Great communicator.
Chanelle will go above and...
Melissa T.
5.0
(2)
Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Ranged from ages 30-90's, various major medical conditions such as Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer/Dementia, Special Needs and the aging.
Primary responsibilities have included:
managing medications, bathing/dressing, light housekeeping, meal preparations and planning, provide compassionate...
Sylvia can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"We hired Sylvia to take care of my ailing mother in law who needed around the clock care and companionship. Sylvia provide both in a way that I rate second to none. She is the most caring and loving person you can hire to provide needed care to any of your...
Joerg L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
hello. my name is Mimi. I have been a caregiver for 5years and am also a Certified nursing assistant. I have experience in special needs adults, teenagers and kids. I love working with people with disabilities because it gives me joy to see me help them with daily activities. I have great positive energy, am creative in art...
Misozi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Mimi is amazing, hired her to take care of my mother and would also help with my 5 month old daughter. Very punctual, dependable and generally good at her job, I would definitely recommend her."
Alinase M.
Amanda U.
North Hollywood, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been in the childcare industry for 18 years. Full of life and fun educational ideas! I have my degree in early childhood education. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as a certified food handler. I am a great driver with a clean record and used to even drive a school bus. I am very timely and responsible. I have...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Amanda was so great with our 4 kids. She plays with the kids and cares for them so much. The kids ask about her to this day. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello, I am a mature mother of 3 adult children.
I was a Special Education Teacher and taught English/Reading. I also worked in an emergency psych unit . I enjoy children of all ages. Due to my experience , I am able to engage children and have techniques to calm children who may suffer from anxiety or have special needs or...
Louise can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Louise to pick up my nephew from daycare 5 days a week. she went above and beyond her duties, to ensure my nephew was engaged and not just watching TV. To my surprise she read to him , did arts and crafts and actually worked on reading skills. Louise is a...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hello, my name is Mayra, I am currently a licensed nurse but have been a caregiver for over 20 years; I've also worked as a certified PCA with special needs children, teens & adults with autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, etc. I love helping those that have bodily limitations, because that's all it is; our hearts function all the...
5.0
"Mayra is an excellent health care provider! Her medical knowledgeable is solid. She is very compassionate and caring. She has outstanding people skills. Her work experience is expansive that include pediatric, adult and senior care. She is CPR certified. I...
Denna J.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Encino, CA
Caitlin G.
5.0
Caitlin was great with our 17 month old son! She was a joy to have around the house. I recommend her. :)
- Victoria B.
Lily J.
5.0
Lily has been such a gift. She is kind, efficient and really strong! She goes above and beyond and has even come at off hours to help my mom in a crisis. I really don't know what I would do without her. I can't recommend her enough!
- Care member
Nuriya L.
5.0
Nuriya was an integral part of our household TEAM for 2 years, helping with the mental load of running a household with a toddler with special needs. We have 2 boys - now ages 2.5 (w/ Ataxic Cerebral Palsy) and 6.5 - and as a former preschool teacher she balanced both of them, keeping them...
- Care member
Keila B.
5.0
Keila was awesome for my family and I. She is very trust worthy. Keila helped me while I was pregnant with personal runs or just help around the house and when I had my daughter she was my life saver. It felt so nice to have someone I could depend on and feel comfortable with my new born during such...
- Care member
Elizabeth S.
5.0
Liz has helped my family for many years. She was originally hired by me in 2010 to help with my newborn son and his two-year-old brother. When my second child was 18 months old he was diagnosed with severe global developmental delays and autism. Liz help participate in the ABA therapy, speech and OT...
- Daisy D.
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Ratings for Encino, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Encino, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.