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Anna W.


Long Beach, CA

$20/hr • 20 yrs exp

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

5.0

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I would highly recommend Anna for your child care needs. She has cared for my children and is extremely caring, compassionate and patient. My children have learned and grown tremendously under her care, and I have no doubt she would be a great candidate for your...

Veronica C.

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Virginia B.


Long Beach, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Child Care

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of 2 children, one with special needs. As an elementary teacher for 30 years, I have experience supervising and interacting with children from TK - grade 5 and most recently I have helped take care of 6-month-old babies. I am professional, punctual, nurturing, honest and fun! Music, games and educational...
Virginia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Virginia was hired to provide part time child care assistance for my son (almost 3 years old). What I like best about Virginia is her calm demeanor and compassion with our child. She also brings various puzzles, games, etc. that help with his learning. He loves...

Whitney S.

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Anna T.


Lomita, CA

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, Errand Runner, Etc.

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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Samantha F.


San Pedro, CA

$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

I Love Painting, Long Walks, And Animals.

Passionate and experienced special needs caregiver with 2 years (paid) experience working with children and adults who have a variety of special needs, including autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. I am currently a career nanny who would like to provide care to children with special needs.
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Shirlene E.


Torrance, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

1:1

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.
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Brittany D.


San Pedro, CA

$35/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brittany, from San Pedro Ca. I have experience with infants to toddlers, to school age, preteens, teenagers all the above. I've worked for many daycare's, public schools, and much more! I have worked for Los Angeles Unified School District as a regular aid and an aid for children with special needs. , and I am...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

CNA

5.0
"Brittany is awesome. She always arrives early and is great with my children. She is a hard-worker, professional and reliable. She worked for me watching my newborn for one week straight and it was great. I love having her at my home all the time. She is a seasoned...

Keli G.

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Amber D.


Long Beach, CA

$17-50/hr

Care Giver With A Flexible Schedule

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Starting out as a nanny is an exciting journey, but also a daunting one. My experience with babysitting my nieces and nephew, as well as working as a hairstylist with children with anxiety and special needs, has given me a solid foundation for this new role. I am confident that my past experiences have prepared me for the...
5.0
"She's Well-prepared, Punctual, Honest, and she has a very kind sweet personality. Yes, I would Recommend her."

Mercy P.

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Angella G.


Redondo Beach, CA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've taken care of adults with dementia and alzheimers. I've worked with adult with special needs. I am very patient and caring and understandv that each individual has certain needs. I'm willing too make sure your loved one is taken care of and I'm trusted in caring for them.
Angella can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, transportation & more
5.0
"Angella was a tremendous Help to our Mother On a Daily Basis from helping her get up every Morning to her shower and also with going to the Bathroom as well as daily Chores from House Cleaning to Laundry and Cooking our Mother suffer from Dementia as well as...

Steve E.

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Elvira A.


Torrance, CA

$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! I have worked at an elementary school with a teacher who specializes with special needs children. I care for my special needs sister who is now 31 years old.
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Heidi N.


San Pedro, CA

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have experience with children and young adults with Down syndrome. I have patience and compassion. I have experience teaching basic living skills and speech. Also, I have experience volunteering with special needs children and young adults.
5.0
"Friendly and always there to help!"

Sonja B.

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Tiara B.


Long Beach, CA

$22-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello! I Can Help (: Special needs

Hello! My name is Tiara and I am 24years old! I am a Fun, creative and down to earth person. I love to laugh and make people smile (: I have 8years of experience babysitting and nannying. I am a non-smoker, I have reliable transportation with a clean driving record and background check. I am also good with all kinds of pets! I...
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Savannah C.


Torrance, CA

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Dedicated Nanny!

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hard worker. Very reliable. Highly recommend. "

Jonathan B.

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Karina R.


Signal Hill, CA

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Education Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Karina R Hometown: Signal Hill, CA Education: Cerritos College, CSDH and Compton Community College where I had obtain my teacher Credential. Experience: I have 21 years of experience working with children of all ages in a childcare and private home setting. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have experience caring for...
5.0
"Karina is responsible, punctual, caring and always willing to adapt to any situation. She is a natural caretaker w/so many loving and attentive service. She has plenty of experience w/special needs kids and was always there w/patience, concern and teaching ways to...

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Katwims E.


Lawndale, CA

$30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a psychologist specializing in children, graduated in Venezuela. For the situation of my country I came looking for a better future. I'm the third of six sisters. I have years of experience starting with my younger sisters, and ending with my patients who have all been children. In Venezuela I work in a school with children...
Katwims can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We are so thankful we met Katwims! She was fantastic with my 2 year old daughter, who absolutely loved her! Katwims is incredibly patient, fun, and loving. She was punctual, responsive, and flexible. I would highly recommend Katwims for any childcare."

Holly J.

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Michaela H.


Torrance, CA

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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...
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Jasmine A.


Hawthorne, CA

$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Jasmine and I am an incoming fourth year at UC San Diego seeking a babysitting position. I have worked as a regular nanny, so I am familiar with adapting to the needs of different families and their children. In addition to previous experience as a babysitter/nanny, I have a very large family and therefore have...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jasmine babysat for us a few times. My kids (age 1 through age 9) liked her and requested that she come back. She was reliable. Thanks!"

Meg K.

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Maritza V.


Lawndale, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking for Full Time or Part Time Jobs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience as a nanny. I love children and enjoy working with them and I am taking my responsibility very seriously. I assure you of my honesty and integrity. I am bilingual with fluency in English and Spanish languages. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I'm a foster mom too I work well with all personality...
Maritza can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Maritza was the first full time caregiver that we hired for our first born daughter when she was three months old. After a thorough search and interview process we found her through Care.com. I appreciated Maritza's preparation and that she brought examples of her...

Jennifer G.

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Robinna B.


Redondo Beach, CA

$40-45/hr • 3 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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Dawn S.


Lomita, CA

$18-20/hr • 10 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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Thalia F.


Long Beach, CA

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Carer

I have over 10 years of experience working with children with special needs. I have worked as a child and family specialist focusing on children's special needs and assisting families in developing positive coping skills to improve their children's daily lives.
Thalia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harbor City, CA

Anna W.

5.0

I would highly recommend Anna for your child care needs. She has cared for my children and is extremely caring, compassionate and patient. My children have learned and grown tremendously under her care, and I have no doubt she would be a great candidate for your family.

- Veronica C.

Virginia B.

5.0

Mrs. Virginia was hired as a tutor mid-year for my 5th grader. She works with her two hours each day and was able to hit the ground running. She is flexible, fun and compassionate but firm when needed. I appreciate her professionalism and dedication, my child has learned so much and become a more...

- Monique D.

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.

Brittany D.

4.0

Brittany seems like a very nice lady.

- Sonya O.

Amber D.

5.0

She's Well-prepared, Punctual, Honest, and she has a very kind sweet personality. Yes, I would Recommend her.

- Mercy P.

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