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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 $24/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in La Crescenta, CA

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June T.


Burbank, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Camp Counselor & Speech Language Therapist Asst.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

After working as a camp counselor for 6 years I am now a licensed speech language pathologist assistant with experience working with preschoolers, elementary school age, and middle school age students. I especially enjoy working with special needs students and kids on the autism spectrum, and have learned how to connect with...
June can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"She's great! Our kid had to leave daycare for a couple of days and June was able to watch him while we were at work. She was a lifesaver. He talks about her all the time and I don't feel worried or anything with her at the house."

Owen D.

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Cicely J.


Pasadena, CA

$30-36/hr5 yrs exp

I have experience with working with children, infant to 18 years of age. Majority children who have developmental disabilities. I have experience working with non verbal children, medically fragile children, children with behavioral disabilities. I am experience in administering medications, via orally and gtube. I have...
Cicely can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cicely is not only a truly incredible caretaker but also just a wonderful person. My son has very specific special needs. It can be so difficult to find the right person. Which I'm sure other parents can relate to. It's hard to find someone you can really...

Dan V.

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Felecia R.


Pasadena, CA

$30-50/hr20 yrs exp

Reliable Special Needs Caregiver For Kids, Teens, Adults And Seniors - Autism And Dementia

I'd describe my personality as calming, patient, nurturing. I like caring for people with special needs, because I admire their perseverance, wit, and genuine spirit. Seeing all the smiles, happy tears, challenges overcome, and milestones met has been a highlight of my life. Caregiving is my passion. I'm looking for a job...
5.0
"Felecia met our special needs son and immediately knew what to do as soon as she sat down with him and got to know him. This may sound simple, but our son is nonverbal and uses an AAC device to communicate. So she knew how to communicate with him using his...

Jillian L.

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Ashley A.


Glendale, CA

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mother Of two Boy 5 and 10-year-old we enjoy going on hikes, beaches and exploring nature. 15 years experience with kids of all ages : experience kids with special needs: adults with special needs(behavior Support) :senior care: Nanny for multiple kids at a time Just moved to Glendale CA from the Center Coast CA
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Ashley has been a phenomenal care provider for my son with special needs. Not only did she take the time to build a relationship of trust with my son who has special needs, but with my other two children as well. We miss her as she has moved away, but highly...

Ryan O.

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Lizeth R.


Glendale, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Realiable, Caring Person

I have 18 years of experience. I can help with caregiving and companionship. I started working as a caregiver with special needs adults since I was 21 years old since then I've been doing different cases. I also have worked for Easterseals in past and I enjoyed doing it. I'am a responsible, loving, caring and kind person. I will...
Lizeth can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"My mom just passed away, and Lizeth was with her for the last year. My mom needed care 24/7, and Lizeth really put her all into caring for her. She was absolutely wonderful. She managed medications, dementia, agitation, diaper changing, transfers with the Hoyer...

Jennifer S.

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Tara M.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-Loving-Active Nanny :)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I've been a nanny for 10+ years ranging from newborns to all aged teens. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology and am a behavioral therapist so have worked extensively with children and adults with special needs. I'm very active, love to have fun and also a certified kids yoga teacher!
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tara was extremely caring and gentle with our 8 week old. She helped get him on a schedule early on, which is great, and was very in tune with his needs. Tara also helped out around the house with dishes, laundry and light cleaning. She also pitched in to help with...

Kiersten F.

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Hannah S.


Altadena, CA

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

In- Home Caretaker!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very passionate about my job as a special needs caregiver. My work experience has so far only been with children and teens, however I am CNA -certified to take care of older adults as well. I enjoy helping people live their lives to the fullest. I have two years experience at my current job where I do all the basic care...
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Alejandra R.


North Hollywood, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Full Time Nanny Looking To Care For 1-2 Children

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a highly experienced, loving and caring nanny who has worked with a range of children (different ages / needs etc); illustrative experiences include: - Full time nanny for an infant, who required physical therapy - Full time caregiver at 2 day cares (cared for special needs children as well) - Part time nanny for twins and...
Alejandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alejandra has been our daughter's full-time nanny for the past 8 months. We interviewed 20+ candidates for the job and decided to go with Alejandra and are so glad we did. Alejandra has been extremely dependable and hard working since day 1, and is now essentially...

Sebastien M.

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Grace S.


Montrose, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter

Looking for a job babysitting on the weekends for families. I work as a child therapist for children with special needs during the week. I have worked as a nanny and a teachers assistant. I have worked with children in this field for over 10 years. I am currently pursuing my early childhood certification and eventual masters in...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

I have traveled the world working with all ages, and growing my knowledge based on children's needs. After being a competitive gymnastics, I worked a gymnastics facility for 5 years with children 3-16 , also coaching special needs cheerleading. I volunteered at various orphanages in South America and Asia after completing my...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alison S.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny And Pet-sitter

I am originally from Chicago and have 6+ years experience working with children from ages 6 months to 10 years of age. These children also include children with special needs. I've changed many diapers, driven children to and from activities and school, and prepared meals and bottles. I am a patient, fun and grounded...
Alison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tara M.


Los Angeles, CA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

For the past 2 months I have had the pleasure of working at an extreme sports camp for people on the autism spectrum. It ranged from serve, nonverbal campers to high functioning Asperger's. Here we worked as one on ones teaching with ABA. I also got to teach the campers how to rock climb and provided yoga for the campers. Before...
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Ryan C.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

I have a lot of personal experience, caring for children. I have five years of nanny experience. I cared for two children, aged five and six since they were both 5 months old. I did every thing with them from basic care to planning age appropriate activities, driving them around to activities, and overall, making sure they were...
Ryan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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Charli A.


Los Angeles, CA

$10-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny And Services

I am a musician and I nanny part-time. I've always had a passion for spending time and helping children with special needs. I would love the opportunity to help families that require the extra help. I love the creativity that comes along with this job and the unique and beautiful experience of caring for a child with special...
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Andrea M.


North Hollywood, CA

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hello amazing parents! I am Andrea a current graduate student, that works as a behavioral therapist. I have worked with infants, toddlers, teenagers, and young adults. I hope to join you in your journey in finding care for your child/ children.
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Alejandra R.


North Hollywood, CA

$25-40/hr8 yrs exp

Have Over 10 Years If Exoerience Have Taken Care Of Infant -chuldren With Soecial Needs

Have over 10 years of experience taking care of infants- children with special disabilities. Love my job
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Gizelle M.


Glendale, CA

$35-50/hr

Behavior Therapist

My journey toward becoming a caregiver was deeply influenced by my experience as a behavioral therapist, where I work with individuals and children on the autism spectrum. I am passionate about helping children develop essential life skills and thrive in their environments. I love being part of their progress, making a tangible...
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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Olivia L.


North Hollywood, CA

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Available

I have experience working with premature child of 1 and 7 years of age. I assisted with medication reminders. Followed therapist orders to maintain motor skills. I recently passed the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program from the State of California. I passed the skills and written examination for the Certified Nurse Assistant...
Hello! I'm Camryn, thank you for taking a moment to check out my profile. I hope you'll find me a good fit for your family's needs. A little bit about my experience, I have worked with children and teenagers with special needs for 8 years as a babysitter, tutor, and behavioral therapist. I currently work as a freelance Sign...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in La Crescenta, CA

June T.

5.0

She's great! Our kid had to leave daycare for a couple of days and June was able to watch him while we were at work. She was a lifesaver. He talks about her all the time and I don't feel worried or anything with her at the house.

- Owen D.

Cicely J.

5.0

Cicely has cared for my 7yo son, who has special needs, for over a year. She manages his glucose levels, gives g tube feedings and medications, prepares meals, and ensures his safety during seizures. Cicely is detail-oriented, professional, communicative, trustworthy, and a fast-learner. She has...

- Judith V.

Felecia R.

5.0

Felecia met our special needs son and immediately knew what to do as soon as she sat down with him and got to know him. This may sound simple, but our son is nonverbal and uses an AAC device to communicate. So she knew how to communicate with him using his device. Felecia was extremely patient,...

- Jillian L.

Ashley A.

5.0

Ashley was super professional and on time. I felt so comfortable with her watching my 3 year old who has autism. She was so sweet and patient with him and has worked with other kids on the spectrum which made me feel safe and relieved. Would definitely rehire in a heartbeat!

- Elvia V.

Lizeth R.

5.0

My mom just passed away, and Lizeth was with her for the last year. My mom needed care 24/7, and Lizeth really put her all into caring for her. She was absolutely wonderful. She managed medications, dementia, agitation, diaper changing, transfers with the Hoyer lift, blood sugar monitoring, vitals,...

- Jennifer S.

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