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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Montrose, CA

The average posted rate is $36/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Montrose, CA

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Maria C.


Montrose, CA

$48-55/hr10 yrs exp

NCS

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

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...

Lauren C.

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Cheryl M.


Montrose, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

I have a broad understanding of special needs care, which encompasses a variety of practices tailored to individuals with physical, intellectual, developmental, or emotional challenges. Special needs care is often personalized and can range from supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Down syndrome, cerebral...
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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:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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 is amazing. She is a deeply caring person. It’s her nature. She is upbeat and try’s to uplift the patients spirits. I trusted her completely to take good care of my loved one. She communicates what is needed. You will be very happy you found her. Marcie "

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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.

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June T.


Burbank, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Camp Counselor & Speech Language Therapist Asst.

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

First Aid

CPR

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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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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Sahar S.


North Hollywood, CA

$17-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny AvailableLA, Flexible

Hired by 92 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a college student and have taken a child care & development courses, worked extensively with babies and toddlers starting at 2 weeks old, have worked with special needs kids, am CPR certified, have taken lifeguard courses, have taught pre-k-1st grade how to swim, I am adaptive, flexible, and focused.
Sahar can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Sahar babysat for us two days in a row. She was wonderful and my daughter enjoyed having her! We will definitely hire her again!"

Valerie C.

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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...
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Luana G.


North Hollywood, CA

$23/hr8 yrs exp

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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & 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.

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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 is a wonderful caregiver. He is trustworthy, capable and 100% reliable. He cared for my parents through a very traumatic season of life for our family and was supportive, flexible, and more than able to provide the care my parents required. He genuinely...

Patty R.

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Nadia H.


Los Angeles, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Nanny !

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! Please check out my reviews! :) I am a 33-year-old young woman with YEARS of household experience! Most recently I worked for a Waldorf type preschool but had relocate as I moved to the East side from Topanga! Looking for something more local to me :) I have been a playful, silly, fun nanny to 3-6-month-old...
Nadia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nadia cared for our infant in the Spring of 2021. She connected with our son quickly .She came with experience and offered helpful recommendations for his sleep. She took him for walks and was dependable. We recommend Nadia!"

Jenna S.

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Megan F.


Pasadena, CA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Careing Experienced Teacher/therapist

Hello I currently work as a RBT (registered behavior therapist) for a Pediatric Therapy & Adult Services group. I work in an elementary special needs class at an area school. I am a multimedia artist and have many, many hobbies involving art. I am trained in a practice called Mneme Therapy which uses painting, singing,...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Megan is AWESOME! She is part of our church family, and a natural with kids of all ages and energy levels. She is sweet, calm and very thoughtful. She's also proactive in helping others! She put together a fellowship dinner all on her own, just so we could all...

Emily C.

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Jacqueline C.


Los Angeles, CA

$26-40/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time House/pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My experience includes babysitting young children, light housework, house managing, errand running, and house/pet sitting for a few families collectively for the past 5 years as well as working in a high school as a special needs aide for 7 years. I have recently taken a leap of faith and have moved down to LA from the Bay Area....
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Don't miss the opportunity to hire Jacque. She is the perfect fit for the busy family. We interviewed and immediately hired her. She has been a dream. Always cheerful, willing to help and ready to work. Jacque used our car and helped transport our teens to and...

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Silver G.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-43/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Loving Caretaker

I have 10+ years experience working with children of all ages as well as children with special needs. I've nannied, taught as a lead teacher, and run a preschool food program. I love providing care and support to children and families and find great reward in being part of their success! I'm very comfortable with meal prep,...
Silver can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Silver has been a sitter and mother's helper for my 4 children ages 8-1 for the last 6 years. She has my routine down better than me most days and she's great at keeping the children engaged in their activities when I need to work. We are very fortunate to have her...

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
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...

Elvia V.

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Angelina G.


South Pasadena, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi ! My name is Angelina, I'm a 20-year-old college student who's currently going on her third year of college. All my courses are online and won't interfere with my working hours . I am flexible and willing to work with some schedules. I was raised in South Pasadena, where I attended school all through high school where I...
Angelina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Angelina has been great. She is very dependable and has been a great communicator. Most importantly, both my kids really like having her as their babysitter. would recommend."

Jan K.

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Hebe V.


Los Angeles, CA

$10-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Have been an activity instructor and caretaker for clients with MS, Down's Syndrome, Asperger's, Autism, and advanced Dementia. References available upon request.
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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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alex is a FABULOUS nanny - we could not have found a better person to care for our daughter (now 1.5 years old). She truly is a rare find. Loving, caring, vibrant and patient characterize how she is with children. Additionally, she is incredibly hardworking,sincere...

Kurinji P.

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Abigail R.


Burbank, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Energetic And Attentive Sitter, Always Finding Ways To Help

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I just finished my degree as a student athlete at SBCC. I love sports and am extremely optimistic and personable. I have been a nanny/family assistant for 6 years and I have experience working with children with special needs. I have also have 2 years of experience as a personal assistant and enjoy doing anything that...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Abbie is a doll! My 7 year old twin boys loved her and looked forward to her watching them. After her first time sitting, they immediately asked for her again when she left. My 14 year old daughter tagged along a few times and gave a raving review too! Abbie was...

Kelley M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Montrose, CA

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.

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...

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Stephanie Y.

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 on making the time spent with our...

- Martha P.

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.

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.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Montrose, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.