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33 special needs caregivers are listed in Indian Wells, CA

The average rate is $30/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Indian Wells, CA

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Flor V.


Indian Wells, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny (Experienced With Special Needs Kids!)

4.9

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

:D Hello! My name is Flor and I've been babysitting children ages 0-12 for as long as I can remember! I have extensive experience not only in Childcare but also as a Private Tutor. I also absolutely love animals as well so I can guarantee you will not be disappointed in choosing me if your household includes furry babies! I've...
Flor can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Flor was wonderful and provided childcare for our four kiddos ranging in age from 20 months to 6 years, allowing our two families to enjoy a much needed adults-only outing. She was incredibly communicative both in advance of our scheduled sit and during the evening...

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Sydney W.


Indio, CA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent college graduate from San Francisco State. I love working with kids of all ages and doing all that activities from arts and crafts, sports, reading, puzzles and more. I have great in experience in just about everything including, working with kids with special needs. I am here to help your family in any way you...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Sydney has interest in children as individuals, she very organized, she also CPR certified. "

Julia H.

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Richelle S.


Palm Desert, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Richelle and I have been working with children all of my life. I grew up caring for my two sisters, one much younger than me and one with cognitive impairments. I have experience working with children of all ages, and have 15 years experience working with special needs, mild to moderate. I am comfortable with...
Richelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Richelle is an outstanding caregiver. She is reliable, adaptable and ready to swing into action. She hit the ground running with my 3 children and due to her natural and authentic character, my kids took to her instantly. I would recommend her and I will continue...

Paul L.

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Sandra W.


Indio, CA

$16-23/hr

Senior Care/ Dementia Care

Experienced senior care/ dementia care and special needs provider. I managed assisted living facility for 2 years in simi valley, CA Expierenced in all levels of in home care for adults and children with disabilities. Patient kind and caring. Fine with medication management. Great with all pets!
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Luisa U.


La Quinta, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Therapeutic And Cheerful Sitter

Hello my name is Luisa, sometimes kids can call me "Lulu", 46years old, have a General Education credential. I'm a Registered Behavior Technician which gives me a unique perspective in assisting families in need of ABA services. I am working full time for Desert Sands Unified School District too as paraprofessional for Special...
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Lisa M.


Palm Desert, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Minister, Mom, Cared For My Daughter With Cancer,Former Caterer, I Care About People's Lives. Van

I babysit from my home. Parents are welcome to stop by and check up on their kids. and help with special needs. I would need to pick up my kids from school. Sunday's I go with my family to church. I travel about Every few months to preach for a short time. Am also a published author. . I prepared her food, took her to doctor...
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Jennifer R.


Palm Desert, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Mom To A 10 Year Old With Special Needs

With a deep-seated belief in the importance of nurturing and protecting children, I bring a wealth of experience in raising both my own children and siblings. Through these roles, I've developed a profound understanding of the unique needs and challenges children face at different stages of development. My journey with children...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

(available for live-in only, I am currently 3 hrs away). Hello, I'm a veterinarian (abroad) so I'm familiar with different kinds of feedings (tubes) and injections (insulin, etc). I am also nursing assistant certified and know CPR, my license expired but could renew if necessary. I'm also pharmacy technician certified so I know...
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Ellen W.


Palm Desert, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Credentialed School Teacher and Special Needs Experience.

As a credentialed school teacher and a parent of adult twins with autism, I bring a unique blend of professional expertise and personal experience to childcare. My passion lies in fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. Patience, creativity, and a friendly approach guide my interactions with...
Ellen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
My mother had a severe stroke years ago and outside of the nursing home, I was her primary caregiver. I also have a mentally handicapped brother-in-law and I have been his primary caregiver for many years when he's in town for holidays. I am very comfortable around people with special needs, no matter the age! I am very...
Donna can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
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Daisy J.


Indio, CA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver/Behavioral Tech/Respite Worker

Dependable Behavioral Therapist/Individual committed to providing expert support for every client. Coordinates effective treatment by implementing prescribed interventions and facilitating positive interactions. Protects patients with proven techniques and full compliance with development. Dependable Behavioral...
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Sandra W.


Indio, CA

$17-22/hr9 yrs exp

Child Care / Nanny Experience

Experienced childcare and Nanny . Raised 2 boys myself. Have a medical background and CPR experience. Have special needs experience. Autism children. Disabled children. Patient and kind with children and pets.
Sandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Stacey M.


La Quinta, CA

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello my name is Stacey I have 11 years experience in caregiving. I'm friendly, responsible, reliable, compassionate and so enjoy caring for the elderly. I have experience with COPD, dementia, Hospice care, disability care, medication (from pharmacy, picking up, and making sure there taken at scheduled dates/times)...
I have had 2 years of experience of being a companion to special needs kids and have observed and learned from an LVN how to care for special needs.
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Lynn M.


Palm Desert, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Allow me to introduce myself-my name is Lynn M and I have three decades of experience in education, tutoring, and caregiving. I have been a certified preschool and elementary teacher for 30 years, and I spent five of those years teaching special education. I love working with babies and children of all ages and it brings me...
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Christina F.


Indio, CA

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Patient Care Provider

Many years of experience providing care for children with special needs including ADD, autism, cerebral palsy, and respiratory issues.
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Melissa C.


La Quinta, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I've worked in the hospitality industry since I was 10 years old. I've worked every facet of hospitality except cooking. I've been driving for Uber and Lyft since 2017. I've been shopping for Instacart since 2020. I have been caring for children for about 45yrs. I went to school to be a teacher, but a family emergency cut short...
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Monica P.


La Quinta, CA

$10-25/hr

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I have firsthand experience working with special needs since my son has autism and my second son has pervasive development disorder. I am familiar with meltdowns, food sensitivity, and can identify triggers. I have learned to teach coping skills through ABA therapist that have worked with my own sons. It's hard work at times...

Ally J.


Indio, CA

$16-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a student at Texas Woman's University where I am working on my OTD. However, I am back in the desert for my final clinical rotations! I have over 10 years of childcare experience across all ages. I also have experience with autism and other special needs. I can help with food prep, transportation, homework,...
Ally can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Trustline Certified

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Indian Wells, CA

Flor V.

5.0

I wish I could bring Flor home with us! We are on vacation in Palm Desert and have used Flor for various day and night shifts throughout the week. Flor’s clear and thorough communication prior and during our trip helped our planning go so smoothly. Her attention and care to every detail with all of...

- Hilary B.

Sydney W.

5.0

Sydney has interest in children as individuals, she very organized, she also CPR certified.

- Julia H.

Richelle S.

5.0

Richelle is an outstanding caregiver. She is reliable, adaptable and ready to swing into action. She hit the ground running with my 3 children and due to her natural and authentic character, my kids took to her instantly. I would recommend her and I will continue to work with her. She is a gem.

- Paul L.

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Ratings for Indian Wells, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Indian Wells, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 33 listed special needs caregivers.