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Special needs caregivers in Gardena, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for all special needs: Down syndrome, children with seizures, G tube, catheters, ADHD, mental illness, Autism. I have 10 years of experience.
Selina S.
South Gate, CA
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
As a nurturing and experienced childcare professional with seven years of experience, I am passionate about creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children. I work part time as a Behavioral Interventionist in schools so I maintain a clean record and professional attitude! I am a huge animal lover as well and...
Selina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Selina is awesome! Very sweet girl who my kids loved. Thank you again Selina!"
Kait F.
5.0
(2)
My name is Tyler. I am a 36-year-old male nanny or "manny." Over the past 13 years, I have worked for several families as a live-in/live-out manny and house manager. So far my experience has been with school age children 5-21 years old (some with special needs). I am looking for a full time situation or at least 30-40 hours a...
Tyler can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"It is my pleasure to write a letter of recommendation for Tyler. Tyler has worked for our family for the past three years. During this time he has taken care of my two children. His responsibilities range from preparing meals, supervising homework, coordinating...
Tamara T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kristyn and I live in the Long Beach area. I'm looking for a full-time nanny position with a fun-loving family. I would describe myself as adventurous, intuitive, and empathetic. My interests include exercising, eating healthy, being in nature, singing, writing, and learning Spanish as a second language. I have...
Kristyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristyn is responsible, a great care giver to her younger sisters. She has cared for our family dog while we were away on trips. I trust her completely. We love her like a daughter. I would absolutely recommend her for a child care-giving position."
Kathy P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Ashley:
* CPR/ First Aid Certified
* Bilingual (English and Spanish)
* 9 Years of Experience of (Special needs, infants, toddlers, teens)
* Own Transportation (Clean Record)
* Non-Smoker / Non-Drinker
* Clean Background Record
Available Services:
* Meal Preparation
* Pick Ups / Drop Offs
* Pet Care
* Housekeeping
* Laundry
*...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley is very dependable, trustworthy, and my kids loved her. She kept my kids entertained by playing with and she even brought them board games, cakes to be decorated, & arts/crafts. She followed all my instructions as far as monitoring my kids and my house....
Christine M.
Elizabeth H.
Los Angeles, CA
$22-30/hr • 13 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 15+ yrs experience - 3 yrs at a Montessori school w/ children 18mo-4yrs, also babies from 6weeks-13yrs. I consider my duties to include furthering their cognitive development as well as fine and gross motor skills w/ age appropriate activities. I've nannied multiple babies, special needs, sleep training, sign...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Elizabeth is fantastic! She helps care for my two toddlers. She is great at engaging both of them with fun activities or quietly holding them while they nap. They always look forward to seeing her. She is also very trustworthy, professional and flexible. I...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
10 years as an Early Childhood Teacher. 6 years as Behavioral Interventionist. AA. Degree In Speech Pathology. BA. Degree:Child Development and Family Studies. 2 years experience working in a moderate/servere school location with LAUSD. Experience working with children with Autism, CP, learning disabilities, and Other. English,...
5.0
"Highly qualified, punctual and professional! I'm very pleased with the way my daughter is responding to her reading."
Breana T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always been told I have a natural calling for caregiving, with keen motherly instincts, and who knows how to create a special bond with all the children in my care.
I have experience working as a teachers assistant at a private in-home preschool facility where I specialized in developmental health for children with special...
Savannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Savannah is a very responsible young woman. She is detail oriented and has a great work ethic. The kids love her and she has a great relationship with them. If she were still in our area, we would love to have her work with us again."
Christina R.
Tatiana C.
Los Angeles, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm From Chile, I Been Here In LA For 5 Years, I Love Dance And Some Sports, I'm Very Energetic
5.0
(2)
Hello, I'm Tati, a nanny for 10 years now, I have experience working with newborns and children, including children with special needs. I love outdoor activities, crafts, dancing and sports.
What I am most passionate about my job is being able to get to know the different personalities of children and use my tools to help them...
Tatiana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Tati is fun, kind, patient, and is great with our daughter. She always found creative activities to enrich our daughter’s days, and most importantly, kept her safe. It is clear that our daughter developed a deep love for Tati during their time together, but it is...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Shervande. I currently have 7 years of experience as a twins Nanny , and had my own local babysitting buisness in the Florida Area. I am a punctual and organized individual, but also a energetic and outgoing babysitter who loves to work with all different types of children, including those with special needs. I...
Shervande can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shervande was punctual. She started engaging with our son as soon as soon as she arrived. At the end of the day, I asked my son if he liked his nanny he gave me thumbs up! I will definitely use Shervande when our nanny is not available!"
Yuliya M.
Daniella C.
Long Beach, CA
$30-33/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
A little about me ive been nannying for about 7 years now, I am currently in school to become a pediatric nurse, and looking to pick up more hours. I am CPR/aed certified, I have experience with the youngest being 4 months to oldest being 13 (specializing more with infants and toddlers!)
Ive worked with children with special...
Daniella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hired Daniella to nanny for my 7 month old & 2 year old she’s very organized very friendly she picked up the routine fast. She helps bathe, feed, takes my kids to the park or for walks, she’s super sweet my babies always smile when she comes in she’s been working...
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5.0
(1)
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.
Laura S.
Los Angeles, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience working with K-12 students. I've worked with students from different backgrounds and needs. These experiences have led me to pursue my career as a Special Education Teacher. Currently, I am working on obtaining my Special Education Teaching credentials. I am passionate to become an educator because I...
5.0
"We hired Laura as a nanny / caregiver for my Autistic child over the summer and she did a fantastic job! She was reliable, professional, and easy to work with. Laura has an amazingly calm personality which allows her to roll with a willful OCD child, without...
Benjamin F.
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(2)
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My previous experience is working as a 1:1 Para Educator for the Transition to Independence program at Palos Verdes Peninsula USD and Torrance USD as a Health Clerk.
Precilla R.
Hawthorne, CA
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Heart Warming, Fun, Friendly, Reliable, Very Organized, Very Patient, Loves Cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hello there, my name is Precilla. I am currently 22 years old with two children of my own. A little about myself, I love to cook and bake. I'm in school with the major of child development and would love to go into culinary school in the future. I have been a babysitter for almost 3 years now and have had a great experience. My...
Precilla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Love how she carries herself as a person. She is very encouraging, enthusiastic, and engaging with my children! Definitely going to count on Precilla with my children! My kids love her!!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Yesi I love working with children. I play an instrumental role in my Church and in the Children's Ministry, I teach them about morals, values, maintain good habits, respect and how to be kind! I have experience working with the Disabled community, emphasis work with Special needs children, rescue babies & children in...
Yesenia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Yessi helps us with date nights, overnights, and occasional weekend coverage. She has a great personality and is very caring. Our son loves playing with her, and she keeps him active and engaged."
Stanley X.
5.0
(5)
Hello, my name is Teresa and I am a caring, sweet, patient and reliable nanny. I enjoy reading, signing, dancing and cooking healthy meals for children. I have been working with kids for 20+ years. I have experience from newborns to 11-year-olds, both girls and boys. I have also cared for children with special needs and have...
Teresa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Teresa was a great nanny for us for several years with our two kids. She is excellent with babies and toddlers, very loving, caring, nurturing and patient. She is extremely reliable and dependable, and was flexible with her time when needed."
Michael H.
Yvette V.
Inglewood, CA
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have Been A Caregiver For 19 Years. I Have Worked With Patient Ages 59 Years Old - 108 Years Old
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Yvette V
Summary:
I am 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.
Core Qualifications
Certified...
Yvette can also help with: Dementia, home modification, visiting physician, visiting nurse, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Yvette is kind, caring, professional, knowledgeable, prompt, and reliable. You will be glad you hired her!!"
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gardena, CA
Selina S.
5.0
Selina is awesome! Very sweet girl who my kids loved. Thank you again Selina!
- Kait F.
Tyler R.
5.0
Tyler worked for us for a year and more. He has become a part of our family. Tyler took care of our than 6 year old son, now 10 years old. Tyler was and is very dependable, flexible and knowledgeable. He took care of our son by picking him up from school, assisting with homework and fixing him...
- Jermelia H.
Kristyn K.
5.0
Kristyn is responsible, a great care giver to her younger sisters. She has cared for our family dog while we were away on trips. I trust her completely. We love her like a daughter. I would absolutely recommend her for a child care-giving position.
- Kathy P.
Ashley J.
5.0
Ashley is a very resourceful and caring person. She made an impact on our household and was always thinking of ways to improve the process. She handled transportation, child care and various errands flawlessly with a good attitude.
I recommend her to anyone.
- Fran M.
Elizabeth H.
5.0
Elizabeth is fantastic! She helps care for my two toddlers. She is great at engaging both of them with fun activities or quietly holding them while they nap. They always look forward to seeing her. She is also very trustworthy, professional and flexible. I know my children are safe when she’s...
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