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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Northridge, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Northridge, CA
Katelyn T.
Northridge, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny With 8 Years Experience Looking For Full Time Work, And A Loving Family To Help
5.0
(2)
My name is Katelyn. I am 30 years old, and I love working with kids. I started nannying at 15 while I was in High School. I continued with that until this last year. I have experience with care from infant stage until school years. I have potty trained 6 kiddos. Some of the things I like to include in my care are: crafts,...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She loves children of all ages and my 3 kids love her. She was even available on short notice when I was in a pinch. I will continue to use her as needed and I would recommend her to everyone!"
Crystal F.
I have lots of experience working with all kinds of children, from babies to teenagers, I also have plenty of experience working with children who have special needs! I have mild ASL and Spanish experience as well. I grew up as a caretaker for my youngest brother (Cortical Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Autism, , Cerebral Palsy). Spent...
I currently work in a moderate to severe special day class in elementary school. I have experience with a wide variety and differing stages of autism. I have some college experience in speech disorders and am proficient in AAC communication. I model, teach, and instruct on a daily basis and feel it's important to help non verbal...
I have 4 years of experience taking care of child also with special needs, I can feeding them, teaching them, taking them to school and pick them up, also I can take care of senior, and I have 5 years of housekeeping
Angye can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
I was born in Japan and English is my second language but have lived here for many years and speak without an accent. I have 8 yrs. providing care for an elderly female. I offer compassionate and dedicated care for male and female clients with dementia, disabilities, special needs, and post hospitalization recovery. My current...
Fred can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Martha A.
Granada Hills, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
52-year-old
23 yrs of experience both with special needs Adults /Infants/ Twins & up to 3
CPR/ First Aid certified
English/ Spanish
Outstanding reference letters
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Martha is kind and loving and took excellent care of our daughter. She was attentive and sent updates frequently so that I could stay connected to my child throughout the day which I really appreciated. Martha and my child bonded easily and so well that my child...
Stephanie M.
Jessica L.
Simi Valley, CA
$18-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there. My name is Jess and I am a college graduate with a double major (music education & trumpet performance). I have been babysitting and have training in both First Aid and CPR. Not only do I babysit regularly but I also have experience with special needs children. I also was a nanny for 2 years.
For 8 summers straight I...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Jessica has been amazing with my two kids. She is reliable, caring, trustworthy, creative. She is flexible, willing to help with whatever is needed. She goes above and beyond. We are excited for her to go off to college, but sad she will not be with us anymore....
Jennifer P.
Samantha S.
Van Nuys, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. With three years of experience, I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. My patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor allow me to connect easily with children, and I prioritize open...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"
Samantha has been a true blessing. Her personalized care, patience, and creativity in engaging our children have made a profound impact on our family. She's not just a caregiver; she's an educator and mentor to our kids. Samantha's ability to connect with our...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Carmen! I am a fun, engaging, and cautious nanny who loves gently helping children reach their milestones. I invest time in developing meaningful relationships with the children I care for, aiming to empower them through personalized attention and encouragement. Prior to becoming a nanny, I worked in a daycare,...
Carmen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Carmen was absolutely wonderful for us. She came in to help us with our 7 month old daughter and was so sweet and caring. She was always on time and was flexible with our schedule. She worked wonders for the daily nap time schedule and really made a bond with our...
Care member
Andrew H.
Granada Hills, CA
$35-52/hr • 3 yrs exp
Energetic And Caring Board Certified Autism Technician
5.0
(2)
My name is Andrew I am currently a Nursing student. Before pursuing my nursing career I worked as a behavioral technician. I specialize in care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related conditions. I can also aide young children with tutoring or organization needs. I have been working in this field for over 3 years...
5.0
"Always on time , easy to communicate with about the wants and needs of my child . Dependable and trustworthy, amazing team player . Andrew will be an amazing asset to any family because he goes above and beyond to provide the necessary tools for a child to succeed."
MIREYA M.
Lily J.
West Hills, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Lily,
I'm a certified nursing assistant/ home health aid and have my BLS and CPR.
I have experience working with different groups of people. From newborns, infants, toddlers, pre schoolers, teens to special needs, post surgery and elderly clients. I have the required experience and references. I love interacting and...
Lily can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, visiting nurse, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Lily has been a steady and reliable force in our mother’s life during her slow decline. Lily is thoughtful and kind, conscientious and diligent. Above all she comes from care. She’s also a great cook, which our mom has really appreciated."
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over 17 years of experience in caregiving, I have cultivated a deep commitment to supporting the well-being of my clients. This role enables me to provide compassionate care tailored to their unique emotional and physical needs. My expertise includes personal assistance with grooming, bathing (including bed baths), feeding,...
Jessie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Jessie was beyond incredible. My dad had knee replacement surgery and needed a lot of help during his recovery. I feel so lucky to have found Jessie. He is extremely polite, very reliable, and goes above and beyond to help. He honestly became like a member of our...
Bryan P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
l have 20years of experience in child care, with newborns and infants. I am a responsible person, patient, punctual, creative, fun and lovely. I am a person who respects family values ,
I have a flexible schedule. I work well with all personality types. I understand the requirements of various special needs when dealing with...
Ingrid can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Ingrid came for an interview with me and she was on time. She presented herself in a professional way and seemed to be a very kind and loving person.
I could not hire Ingrid due to conflicts in our schedules, but I felt compelled to write a good review of her after...
Eniko G.
Nadia W.
Porter Ranch, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Available For Full-Time Or Temporary Positions
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
With over 10 years of childcare experience, I am a dedicated and reliable caregiver passionate about supporting families and fostering children's growth. Here's a bit about me
Professional Background I worked at a daycare in Sherman Oaks before it closed due to COVID. For the past 4 years, I've been a nanny for 4 wonderful...
Nadia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Nadia cared for my infant soon from the time he was 2 months until he was almost a year, while also interacting with my toddler. She is sweet and loving and offered both my boys genuine care and attention. She is punctual and reliable and has followed my schedule...
Ofra D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, personable, trustworthy. I like working w/kids because I connect with them. I love teaching and being able to work through important milestones. I work with special needs children as a behavioral therapist for a little over 3 years. I have a total of 7 years experience working as a...
Selina can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
hello. my name is Mimi. I have been a caregiver for 5years and am also a Certified nursing assistant. I have experience in special needs adults, teenagers and kids. I love working with people with disabilities because it gives me joy to see me help them with daily activities. I have great positive energy, am creative in art...
Misozi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amazing!! I got in contact with her at 10pm and she was at our house the next morning. I almost thought it was too good to be true because though she didn't know us, she was willing to go the extra mile for us at short notice. She has a very warm personality and...
Catherine M.
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
Jenny M.
Canoga Park, CA
$34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate childcare provider with over a decade of experience helping children grow and learn. My formal education and experience with special needs children have shaped me into a dependable, calm, and creative caregiver. I believe in open and transparent communication with parents, and my preferred communication method...
Jenny can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenny is wonderful and extremely kind. She was fantastic with my daughter and I would hire her in an instant, but my work schedule/nanny needs changed. Any family would be lucky to have her!"
Charis W.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jacklyn. I have 10+ years of childcare experience. I've worked with children ages three months up to age 13. Single, twins, and sibling experience.
I've had and are comfortable in roles ranging from full-time nanny, babysitter, mothers helper, infant&toddler care, as well as special-needs. Some of my previous...
Jacklyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I wanted to write a review and let everyone know how amazing Jacklyn was to our family. She was absolutely wonderful and sweet with our daughter. She felt like a part of the family the moment she came into our lives. We are beyond thankful to have her and would...
Jamie P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings! I come from a field of psychology which includes child development and special needs care. As a behavioral therapist and a teacher/mentor, I'm comfortable being around infants and teenagers who may need some guidance in behavior. My past positions have allowed me exposure to kids of all types. I love working with the...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jacqueline was great and very understanding of our son who has Autism. She was on time, friendly and we could tell she had a ton of knowledge and experience on how to care for children with special needs. We really appreciated her help. I'd highly recommend her for...
Christina C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Northridge, CA
Katelyn T.
5.0
She loves children of all ages and my 3 kids love her. She was even available on short notice when I was in a pinch. I will continue to use her as needed and I would recommend her to everyone!
- Crystal F.
Martha A.
5.0
Martha is honest, hard-working, and patient. She is a strong communicator and logged all of our daughter's activities each day for us. While she has a lot of experience with children, she follows the parents' wishes and only provides her perspective when asked. I did find that she has valuable...
- Suzanne F.
Jessica L.
5.0
Jessica has been amazing with my two kids. She is reliable, caring, trustworthy, creative. She is flexible, willing to help with whatever is needed. She goes above and beyond. We are excited for her to go off to college, but sad she will not be with us anymore. Anyone who hires her will be lucky to...
- Jennifer P.
Samantha S.
5.0
Samantha has been a true blessing. Her personalized care, patience, and creativity in engaging our children have made a profound impact on our family. She's not just a caregiver; she's an educator and mentor to our kids. Samantha's ability to connect with our children on a personal level has...
- Care member
Carmen M.
5.0
Carmen was absolutely wonderful for us. She came in to help us with our 7 month old daughter and was so sweet and caring. She was always on time and was flexible with our schedule. She worked wonders for the daily nap time schedule and really made a bond with our daughter. We had to make a long...
- Care member
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Ratings for Northridge, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Northridge, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.