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Special needs caregivers in Lawndale, CA

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Tiffany G.


Lawndale, CA

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been getting paid in the field of working with kids with special needs for the past two years but I have six years of experience from volunteering with nonprofits like Friendship Foundation. My brother is seven years younger than me and was diagnosed with ASD when he was five. Being involved in my brother's therapies made...
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Cathy S.


Lawndale, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with ages 6 to 76, within the school district and also privately. I have also have RBT training, I have work as a job coach and life skills instructor. Special needs care available.
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Cathy S.


Lawndale, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care and Nanny

I have worked with in the Folsom Cordova Unified School District, Washoe County School District with the special education department, as a privater tutor for an autistic boy, as a home health care assistant for a quadriplegic gentleman, and a teen with cerebral palsy. I worked as a personal assistant for a business woman. My...
Cathy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Deborah E.


Lawndale, CA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver/Seniors Or Children

I have more than 10 years working with children with special needs. Los Angeles County office of Education
Deborah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
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Deveily E.


Lawndale, CA

$25-32/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced caregiver with a heart for children. Nanny for two families over five years, including special needs experience. CPR and Basic Life Support certified. As the oldest in my family, I've always had a nurturing instinct. Currently pursuing my studies while eagerly looking to bring joy and care into your home.
Deveily can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have worked with children in many different setting over the last 12 years. I've worked, in schools, volunteered in an outdoor setting and recently worked in the homes as an registered behavioral technician (RBT). I have worked with typical and special needs children and teenagers ranging from 2-17 years old. I have two...
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for children's growth. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing with children and helping them learn and grow. I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages but I am also a mom of 4 kids so I have very mush experience. I have a college degree and currently...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Maritza V.


Lawndale, CA

$30/hr10 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Vanesa P.


Lawndale, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Interactive And Attentive Sitter

I have over 10 years of experience. From infant to preteens. I have worked one on one with special needs children. As well as had a classroom of middle schoolers. We learned math, drumming, the arts and even put on play. I look forward to meet and connecting with you and your family.
Vanesa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Michael S.


Los Angeles, CA

$27-35/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver/manny/special Needs Caregiver/babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My experiences include being a 'nanny', assisting with basic chaperoning of children of employers I was a personal assistant for, being an art teacher for kids ranging from age 4 to 16, tutoring kids for ISEE and SAT/ACT, ranging in age from 5 to 18, being a caregiver for a young adult on the autism spectrum (special needs), and...
Michael can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

CPR

5.0
"Michael helped out my niece and nephew for the last week after school. My brother and sister inlaw needed last minute help with their kids and he did a great job looking after them. He picked them up from school, helped them finish their homework and made them...

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Anna T.


Lomita, CA

$30/hr9 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & 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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Andrea W.


Los Angeles, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Patient Provider That Loves What I Do

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

With a gentle hand and a caring heart, I love what I do. God has guided me as well as annointed my hands to care for people who need my services. For over 31 plus years I have been honored to have worked with various types of clients, Special Needs, Dementia/Alzhimers, Post Surgery, Tramatic Brain Injuries, Stroke, Parkinson,...
Andrea can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Andrea is very professional in all of her services to my mother she has really become a part of our family that we need, trust and depend on"

Aubrey R.

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Ileana O.


Los Angeles, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver Or Home Care Or Companionship

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Ileana , I'm home health-aid, and I have CPR certification . I worked with different groups of people: from newborn, infant's, toddlers. Preschoolers, teens to special needs. I have the required experience and references. I love interacting and taking care of children and have worked with different age groups and...
Ileana can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, personal care, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Ileana is very good at what she does. She is detail oriented, careful, and conscientious. She is cheerful and pleasant. Her skills range from personal care to housework and beyond. She does it all with good grace and a smile. We find her very comfortable to be...

Debra M.

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Crystiani S.


Redondo Beach, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dear Families, I'm from Brazil, 38yo. Caring for children has always been my passion! I hold a childhood education certification working as a teacher with little ones aged 0 to 5 years and with special needs. Since 2013, I've been nurturing and supporting families including a meaningful experience as program for teenage...
5.0
"Crys is kind, caring, responsive, responsible, and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their children!"

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Crystiani S.


Redondo Beach, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Dear Families, I'm from Brazil, 38yo. Caring for children has always been my passion! I hold a childhood education certification working as a teacher with little ones aged 0 to 5 years. Since 2013, I've been nurturing and supporting families including a meaningful experience as program for teenage twins one with special needs....
Crystiani can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Crys was our full time nanny for about 4 months before she made a career transition. She took care of our triplet infants during this time. Crys is an amazing, wonderful nanny and we miss her terribly! She loved our kids and took really great care of them. Her...

Dinesh C.

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Dawn S.


Lomita, CA

$18-20/hr10 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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Angella G.


Redondo Beach, CA

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Angella. I was born and raised in the South Bay. I moved to Arizona in 1996 and moved back a couple years ago. I have been a caregiver for the past 25+ years. I've worked 15+ years with special needs children/adults I also have worked 25+ years in child care and 5 years with elderly care. I've created safe and...
Angella can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Angela has been an exceptional addition to our family as a nanny for our 4-year-old son for the past 3 years. She is kind, patient, and goes above and beyond to ensure our son is safe and happy. Her prior experience in daycare and school services has enabled her to...

Andrew H.

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Molly H.


Marina del Rey, CA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitting!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Self-proclaimed greatest babysitter of all time! Growing up, I had many different babysitters and still remember my experiences. From these experiences I know how important it is to make sure the children are occupied and having fun while maintaining safety. I am a very trustworthy person as well as very entertaining. In the...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Our family of five (10 yr / 5 / 1) really loved Molly. The kids were always happy to have her come over, and we will miss her now that she is moving! She was always punctual and responsiveness. "

Andy W.

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Katie K.


Redondo Beach, CA

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny For Special Kids!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with kids with special needs for 4 years. I most recently worked for a family with a little girl who has a feeding tube and developmental delays. The job was so rewarding and fun. One family I nannied for has a child with Down Syndrome whom I adore. He is so fun and funny and the best kid to play hide and seek...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lawndale, CA

Michael S.

5.0

Michael helped out my niece and nephew for the last week after school. My brother and sister inlaw needed last minute help with their kids and he did a great job looking after them. He picked them up from school, helped them finish their homework and made them dinner each night. He has been...

- Care member

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.

Andrea W.

5.0

Andrea is very engaging with my mom and treats her like she's family. Most of all, she's very patient.

- Sheila R.

Ileana O.

5.0

Ileana was by far one of my best caregivers (I had many). She is versed in all aspects of health concerns. Dementia, heart, respiratory, etc. Knowledge of the health field is important, more importantly the care shown towards the client. She surpassed my expectations. If you need a reference, I’m...

- Care member

Crystiani S.

5.0

Crys is kind, caring, responsive, responsible, and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their children!

- Care member

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