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Special needs caregivers in La Habra, CA

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Jordynn L.


Walnut, CA

$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I bring a unique perspective to babysitting as the third oldest of 10 siblings. Growing up in a large family, I've always had a passion for nurturing and helping kids. I've volunteered in elementary schools, work as a pediatric nursing assistant, and gained valuable experience with special needs children. Whether it's providing...
Jordynn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jordynn is an extremely well-rounded caregiver. She is amazing at multitasking, whether that be caring for more than one child or participating in multiple events with children. She is sociable and encourages high values and morals. I couldn’t recommend her more to...

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Christine S.


Cypress, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Excellent With Children With Special Needs.

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Having been a clinical bodywork therapist, I have seen many children on the spectrum as well as developmental delay children. I have been able to utilize my experience and special techniques to help children with special needs.
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Martha C.


La Puente, CA

$28/hr • 5 yrs exp

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 1 year experience working with patients that deal with Parkinson's and 7 years working with special needs. I am also CNA, HHA, and CPR trained. I have 7 years experience working with patients with Alzheimer's dementia. I have further experience in monitoring blood pressure, With my experience I keep patients comfortable,...
Martha can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, live-in home care, personal care, companionship
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Very kind and gentle in her care with seniors. She was there for my mother day and night. She helped her eat and drink and was very attentive at night time with her. I would recommend her without reservation to care for any family member."

Lupe P.

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Virginia H.


Anaheim, CA

$20-25/hr • 20 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver with 20 years of experience, I've had the privilege of watching children blossom under my care. My passion for fostering their growth and development, coupled with my formal education in early childhood development and experience with special needs children, has equipped me to handle any situation with ease. I...
Virginia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We hired her to babysitting our 9 month old and he loved her! She has a kind and warm approach. She was able to keep up with him since he is a very active little infant :) We will definitely keep her in mind for the future. "

Tara M.

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Taylor J.


Cypress, CA

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

An Experienced Babysitter With 4+ Years Of Experienced

My name is Taylor. I have extensive child care experience. While getting my BA in psychology I nannied for a family of 5 with 2 sets of twins as well as were many families date night/back up sitter. Once I relocated back to OC I began to provide respite care for families with children who have special needs. While doing that I...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"If you want someone who is truly a great caregiver, Taylor stands out. She is very loving, patient and dependable and so completely trustworthy in all ways. I give Taylor the highest marks possible!"

Teri J.

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Nadia H.


Anaheim, CA

$19-23/hr • 9 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

I have 10+ years of experience and am currently still working in the field of special education and love it. I am very comfortable and capable when it comes to working with special needs personnel. I love taking care seniors:)
5.0
"Nadia is very caring and does her duties very professionally. "

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Marie V.


Anaheim, CA

$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 26 years old I have over 7 years experience working with kids, and adults with disabilities. I'm currently an aide for a gentleman with schizophrenia. Have been with him since 2015. He has become family. I provide light house keeping, meal prep, grocery shopping, transportation to appointments, administrate medications, and...
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Ariel G.


Placentia, CA

$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Reliable Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Ariel and I am from Placentia. I am currently in my 5th year of nursing school at CSUF. My goal is to become a pediatric nurse, thus I got into working with children. I have 4 yrs experience working with children of 3 months-10 yrs old, twins, & up to four children at once. I nanny every summer as a full time...
Ariel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ariel has been our baby sitter for the past year my kids actually look forward to her coming over to baby sit thanks to her being so great and reliable I have been able to enjoy a night out without being worried about my kids feeling confident there in good hands"

Esther G.

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Daniela C.


Buena Park, CA

$20-36/hr • 1 yrs exp

Educated Reliable Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Educated and reliable caregiver looking for a family to help with their young children. Adept in providing optimal care to children as young as 8 weeks old and children with special needs. Willing to take on household duties and work with families to better meet their individual needs. In December I will graduated with a 2nd...
Daniela can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very punctual, dependable and trustworthy,, she communicates well and I felt at ease while my children were in Daniela's care."

Maleika T.

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Stephany R.


Whittier, CA

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm a preschool teacher looking for a new journey in my life. I love spending time with children, reading books and creating memorable activities. I'm patient, creative, fun and trustworthy. I'm looking to care for a child or two. I can create a routine and ensure your child has a great time while on my care. I like working...
Stephany can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Stephany watched my two kiddos - ages 3 & 1. She was so warm, wonderful and engaging with them! They really enjoyed their time with her. Stephany is very professional, responsive and reliable. I'm so glad we found her and to be working with her. She's amazing -...

Alexa O.

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Michaela C.


La Mirada, CA

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a current college student who is majoring in Elementary Education. I have experience working at an elementary and middle school and have also been a full time nanny. I am dependable, patient, hardworking and creative. I am fully capable to help your child with schoolwork or to help with their developmental needs and...
Michaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I was able to meet Michaela over zoom ahead of time. She was extremely gracious as I was extremely late to our zoom meeting, but she was super sweet and patient with me and was willing to meet with us anyway! She was open and warm with myself and the kids. The day...

Jasmine C.

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Mailena S.


Anaheim, CA

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, All my life I have been caring for children. I am the oldest out of 7 children. Naturally I became their caregiver. I absolutely love children. I have experience with all age group. I am a mother of two children ages 4 and 3. I am a teacher for Special Needs children. I work with a wide range of disabilities such as but...
Mailena can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Mailena has a way to with kids. She is friendly, kind and genuine. This was our first time hiring a babysitter that is not family for my 3 yr old & 8wk old baby. When we first interview Mailena she just knocked it out of the park with My 3 yr old son. When we told...

Michelle C.

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Jenissa M.


Diamond Bar, CA

$30-37/hr • 5 yrs exp

I Will Care For Your Loved One Like My Own

My name is Jenissa , and I am a first-generation university graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and an emphasis in Social Work. My previous experience includes working as a Certified Nurse's Assistant and providing care to children with disabilities, such as autism and ADHD (moderate-severe), as well as to elderly...
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Sara M.


Norwalk, CA

$24-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sara, I'm a mother of twin boys, age 18. I speak English and Spanish. I have my own car, clean driving and criminal record. I'm a very nice kind, loving, caring, fun, energetic, outgoing person, who loves kids. I've been a nanny for more then 10 years. I have worked with all ages, twins, additionally I have worked...
Sara can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sara has been with our family now for close to two years. Words can not express what a blessing Sara has been to our family. Not only has she cared for our child extraordinarily well, she has cared for the needs of our entire family. Our son loves her as though she...

Mitchell R.

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Arthur G.


La Mirada, CA

$19-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Assisted Living Attendant in the Orange and Los Angeles County Areas

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In my first months as a caregiver by profession (since October 14 2005), I assisted a 52-year-old gentleman who had cerebral palsy while his mother was able to make errands. He could not speak, but I am sure that he appreciated my presence, tending to the basics of bathing, grooming, hygiene, and spoon feeding while she was...
5.0
"Art was very responsive from the "get go". He continued his excellent service by confirming date and time needed and made contact the night before the service. He is calm and caring -- what is needed in a medical situation. "

Carol F.

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Xenith K.


Walnut, CA

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dedicated, Experienced, And Passionate Childcare Professional

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate, understanding, experienced and passionate childcare professional with over 10 years of hands-on experience in both professional and private settings. Devoted to providing a safe, motivating and a cultivating environment for children to learn and grow. Actively seeking a challenging and rewarding career in making a...
Xenith can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Trustline Certified

CPR

5.0
"I am writing this review after our interview and based on communications thus far. She seems intelligent, articulate, professional and friendly. She is punctual, open minded, and asks the right questions. I will write another review of her after she has spent time...

Roger L.

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Stephanie G.


Buena Park, CA

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal Certified Chef and Personal Assistant

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I love to cook! It is my passion to help others while creating and providing healthy meals. I have been cooking for over 10 years and can prepare just about anything. Nutrition is vital to living a healthy life. Our busy daily lives sometimes prevents us from eating excellent, nutritious, balanced meals at home. That's where I...
5.0
"We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very supportive! We are very happy we found her!"

Sabrina L.

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Diana A.


Downey, CA

$26-27/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I graduated with my degree in child and family studies at CSULB, so I have learned a lot about kids. Even without the degree, I've always been well experienced with taking care of kids. I've been on care. com for 7 years and still have care jobs from when I first started on the app. I was a summer camp ymca counselor for...
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Karina S.


Orange, CA

$21/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Karina. I have been working at my local elementary school district for almost three years now. I have experience with children ages TK-sixth grade. I generally have experience taking care of children with special needs.
Karina can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Samantha K.


Placentia, CA

$27-40/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have extensive experience working with children, especially those with special needs. I've developed and implemented personalized education plans, used effective strategies for behavioral therapy, and collaborated with families and professionals to support each child's growth. My hands-on approach and dedication to creating a...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in La Habra, CA

Jordynn L.

5.0

Jordynn is an extremely well-rounded caregiver. She is amazing at multitasking, whether that be caring for more than one child or participating in multiple events with children. She is sociable and encourages high values and morals. I couldn’t recommend her more to families!

- Care member

Martha C.

5.0

Martha worked assisting my Mother for about a year, she is a very compassionate, patient and caring person. I highly recommend her and I know she will make a difference in someone’s life.

- Care member

Virginia H.

5.0

We hired her to babysitting our 9 month old and he loved her! She has a kind and warm approach. She was able to keep up with him since he is a very active little infant :) We will definitely keep her in mind for the future.

- Tara M.

Taylor J.

5.0

Easy communication and did a great job caring for my infant son when I had a business function I couldn't miss. Would certainly hire again.

- Dale T.

Nadia H.

5.0

Nadia is very caring and does her duties very professionally.

- Care member

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