Find special needs caregivers in La Crescenta, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in La Crescenta, CA

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in La Crescenta, CA

Kristen G.


La Crescenta, CA

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience nannying multiple children, caring for special needs, and animal care. My background is in musical theater so I love being creative with kids and developing their inner artist. I am very active so I enjoy taking kids to the park and enjoying the outdoors. I have a reliable car so I can...
5.0
"Kristen was amazing managing 4 kids and a dog all at once. She kept them engaged with no screens. She also cleaned up before leaving and had the kids help with cleanup! "

Care member

Victoria C.


La Crescenta, CA

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

IHSS Caregiver

Warmest Greeting! I am a certified IHSS provider that is dedicated in helping those in my community! I am a future teacher in the making at the University of Northridge, and enjoy working with children and adults alike. As an IHSS worker, some of my duties include: Providing compassionate care to seniors and assistance with day...
Hi, my name is Elizabeth. I'm currently just getting out of a job I had for the last 5 years, 24 hours a day for a 93-year-old producers wife from Hollywood. I absolutely loved my job, and Martha she became family. Her family all lived outta state. I have been in the medical field for over 20 years. In college and high school, I...

Nidia S.


La Crescenta, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I have been nanny/babysitting for close to 10 years. I have much experience with children of all ages. I was also a caregiver for special needs for about 3 years. I am both CPR and First Aid Certified. I am a responsible, caring, trust worthy person and very nurturing and motherly by nature. I am energetic, creative, and love to...
Nidia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Nidia is wonderful! She has helped me both with childcare for my 20 month old son and cleaning my home. With my son, she teaches him Spanish, plays with him, and cooks delicious meals. She's an absolute fabulous person. I highly recommend her!"

Alicia M.

Lucinda H.


North Hollywood, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Women

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of senior citizens for the past 15 years. Experience in distributing medications, bathing, dressing, feeding, tube feeding, cooking, cleaning, mobility issues and some physical therapy. I am outgoing, have a great sense of humor and easy to get along with. I am very patient, and have a good beside manner,...
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Lucinda took care of my sister for over 2 years. She was extremely reliable and always ready to help. She not only bathed and dressed the patient but took her to doctor appointments, shopped for her, kept the apartment clean and made sure to give my sister all her...

Care member

Jerome S.


Glendale, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Full Time Care giving Live-In/Live Out What Ever Is Possible

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in a private senior living facility, nursing home, and mostly private care as well. I am well experienced in Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Muscular Dystrophy, Lewy Body disease, minor and major health issues, trauma, and/or accident recovery. I also handled patients who have bipolar disease, hospice and...
5.0
"Jerome takes care of my developmentally disabled brother 3-5 times a month as needed. He is great and my brother loves him. Jerome is very patient, kind, compassionate and a happy person. You will not regret hiring him. The moment you meet him you know your loved...

Rona S.

Maria C.


Montrose, CA

$48-55/hr10 yrs exp

NCS

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Over 20 years of childcare experience. NEWBORN CARE SPECIALIST. Over 6 years of teaching experience. CPR/First Aid Certified. Trust line Registered. Advanced Trained and Certified Newborn Care Specialist. Sleep training Parent educator. Registered and Member of The NCSA. BIO: Hi moms and dads,...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Trustline Certified

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Maria was our daughter's night nanny for one month (baby was 2 months old). We love her. She exudes warmth and confidence and clearly loves all the babies she works with. She was punctual, reliable, and encouraging, making sure we got the rest we needed while she...

Lydia S.

Mikayla G.


Pasadena, CA

$26/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Part-time Babysitter Available

I am a very experienced babysitter/nanny for children of all ages. I started babysitting when I was around 11 and have been looking after children ever since. I was a nanny for several months for four kids, ranging from the age of 8 months to a 13-year-old. I always have worked at several summer camps and have often had to work...
Mikayla can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Mikayla was so excellent with my two young boys (years 5 and 7)! She always came to the job with a smiling face and always a good attitude. The boys appreciated having Mikayla watch them because she would always join along side with them while they played with...

Susan M.

Madelyn B.


North Hollywood, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Responsible Sitter

Hello! I'm Maddie. After spending the last 10 years living bicoastally between New York and California, I've decided to settle in California and start my own family. Currently, I'm a stay-at-home mom and absolutely cherish every moment. Over the years, I've had the privilege of caring for wonderful, loving families, and I've...
Madelyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I interviewed Maddie for a nannying position to care for my 2-year-old daughter. Throughout the process, she was extremely responsive, flexible, and reliable, and my daughter absolutely adored her! She has significant experience caring for kids and has such a kind,...

Aliya R.

Stephanie Y.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Creative Special Needs Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the past 12 years I have taught and assisted children with various special needs in classroom settings from elementary through high school. I have been employed for the last year caring for an 11-year-old girl with autism. This job is sadly coming to a close and I am looking for my next opportunity. I started as a teacher's...
5.0
"Stephanie was a respite worker for my son with special needs during the summer and school breaks for many years. He and his typically developing sister always looked forward to visits from Stephanie which allowed my husband and I to go out. Stephanie always focused...

Martha P.

Martha Isabel M.


Glendale, CA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full, Part Time Or Live In Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience working for the finest families in Los Angeles. I have experience with kids, seniors, people with special needs and disabilities. I am very organized, punctual and always open to complete multiple tasks depending on the family's needs such as doing grocery shopping, run errands, pick up...
Martha Isabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My kids loved Martha. She worked for us for years. She played with them and had endless patience and energy. She is kind and very conscientious. Highest recommendation."

Denise H.

Hello, I'm Luana, a flight attendant and experienced nanny with over 6 years of childcare experience, including working with newborns, toddlers, and children with special needs like Down syndrome. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, have passed extensive FBI background checks, and am drug-free. I speak English and Portuguese, which is...
Luana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Luana is my favorite person! She was my nanny in 2018 and took care of my boys for a year, she took care of my baby who was only 2 months old and my other boy was 2 years old. she took care of them with a lot of love and care. I recommend her for sure."

Amanda L.

Jerome S.


Glendale, CA

$28-32/hr10 yrs exp

To Secure A Challenging And Responsible Position That Will Allow Me To Utilize My Care-Giving.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Experienced working in a senior living facility, nursing home, and mostly private care as well. I am also well experienced in handling Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Lewy Body and Special Needs cases. Minor and major health issues, trauma, and/or accident recovery. Also handled patients who have bipolar disease, hospice and...
Jerome can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Jerome is family now! He helped us transition my Grandma home after she had a stroke and needed hands on help. He helped with mobility rehabilitation, meds, showers, cooking, doctors appointments... he is everything we could have wished for. My Grandma adores him,...

Jamie R.

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

4.0
"Amanda took care of my daughter at her home daycare for about a year and we loved her. The only reason for the 4 stars is because she had to close her daycare abruptly and we were sad to have to leave. "

Care member

Hailee O.


Pasadena, CA

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Engaging Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Hailee and I am available for part-time/occasional babysitting in Pasadena or the surrounding areas! I've been involved in childcare for 7 years now and LOVE working with children. I am creative, empathetic, organized, and administrative. I have experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds, including...
Hailee can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hailee was a pleasure to have as our nanny for 3 months. She has a special knack with babies, they love her. Hailee sang and created fun stories and games for our 6 month old. She helped tremendously in sleep training and stayed calm even with a crying baby. She...

Candice C.

Haydee M.


Burbank, CA

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Clinical Medical Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Seeking a Caregiver position when I can apply my ability to provide clinical support to families and to perform patient care and duties necessary to deliver quality and services.
5.0
"Haydee is very attentive and caring for my son with special needs. She is open to learning anything about your child and what she needs to do. I highly recommend her."

Cynthia G.

Cicely J.


Pasadena, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I've been a CNA since 1997, went to nursing school for my RN but changed my course and went into holistic healing. I am a Certified Reiki Practitioner and certified in Sound healing. I have experience with Alzheimer, ALS, PLS, Stroke, Developmental disabilities, nonverbal clients, Hospice, Dementia, sundowners, mental...

Yanina S.


Pasadena, CA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter Willing To Work Nights And Weekends Including Holidays Or

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Fully Vaccinated for COVID and Flu Shots. I have taken care of kids from a young age. I worked/volunteered at an Elementary School with 1st Grade kids and after school program ages 5-12. Babysitted family kids including one that had special needs. I care for kids af if they are my own. Have a Child Development Certificate and am...
Yanina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"For a mother of 4 kids, I felt I had to hire someone that was capable with the right training, patience and motivation like Yanina. She has taken care of my kids, even when I need her service in a short notice. Her enthusiasm and caring for my four boys is...

Adriana B.

Tiana Sparkle G.


North Hollywood, CA

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

A Young, Fun-Loving, And Active Nanny At Your Service

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

I am 28 years old, and I have been a nanny/babysitter for Care. com since 2013. I also have two degrees from Spelman College & Pepperdine University and I am currently working full-time from home for an amazing diaper . I definitely still have a passion for working with children, so I'm looking to work part-time during the week...
Tiana Sparkle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Sparkle to babysit my 22 month old toddler. She was amazing! She interacted so well with my son. She also teaches while she's babysitting (colors, numbers, etc). My son loved her within minutes, which is not always when meeting someone for the first time....

Silvia Q.

Martha Isabel M.


Glendale, CA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full, Part Time Or Live In Senior Caregiver

I have over 20 years of experience taking care of elderly people with different types of disabilities. I am CPR certified and have experience providing prescription medications, doing physical therapy, cooking and feeding meals, driving to doctors appointments, among other tasks. I understand what it takes to assist a person...
Martha Isabel can also help with: Live-in home care, visiting physician, home modification, personal care
5.0
"Martha is a kind and wonderful person, very conscientious. My kids loved her. She worked for us for years. She played with them and engaged them and got them to laugh. She is also very tidy and efficient around the house. Very punctual, has own transportation, I...

Denise D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in La Crescenta, CA

Kristen G.

5.0

Kristen was amazing managing 4 kids and a dog all at once. She kept them engaged with no screens. She also cleaned up before leaving and had the kids help with cleanup!

- Care member

Nidia S.

5.0

Nidia teaches our sons (ages 4 and 2) Spanish once a week. They love her and look forward to her visit.

- Quyen N.

Lucinda H.

5.0

Lucinda took care of my sister for over 2 years. She was extremely reliable and always ready to help. She not only bathed and dressed the patient but took her to doctor appointments, shopped for her, kept the apartment clean and made sure to give my sister all her medications on time. She also...

- Care member

Jerome S.

5.0

Jerome is the complete package. Some people care but aren't all that competent. Others have skill but no heart. And some with both compassion and skill still lack the flexibility to learn knew things. With Jerome you have compassion, skill, and flexibility all rolled together. I can't offer as many...

- Craig C.

Maria C.

5.0

My husband and I hired Maria as a night nanny when my son was around 3 weeks old. Having help a couple nights a week saved us during those first couple months of parenthood. Maria also had lots of tips for new parents and I'm certain her advice helped us develop good sleeping habits for our soon...

- Lauren C.

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Ratings for La Crescenta, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in La Crescenta, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.