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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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My experience caring for children began when I was 13 years old. I have cared for infants as young as a month old, and up to teenagers. I have experience caring for kids with special needs as well as multiples. I am First Aid certified as well as CPR certified. My bachelor's degree is in Child and Adolescent Development with an...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is a natural. My son immediately asked her for a hug when she walked in the door. She's responsible, caring, and arrived on time. My husband and I felt very comfortable leaving our son in her care. We'll definitely be calling her again!"
Sarabeth M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience working with children. I enjoy working with children and helping them learn! I attend California State University, Northridge (CSUN), my major is Psychology and my minor is Child Development. I am flexible with my weekend availability!
5.0
"Leslie was such a delight. She worked with our special needs son, getting him ready in the morning for his volunteer day job. She was reliable and trustworthy."
Patricia M.
4.5
(2)
Hello there! My name is Sylvia an experienced Care giver/Certified Nurse Assistant and im experienced care elderly provider, Children with Special Needs, Hospice and thise in need of care. Im currently seeking for a family in need of full time, live in, live out for there loved ones. With a nuturing and compassionate approach, I...
Sylvia can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"She is hard working caregiver and loving"
Mike K.
5.0
(4)
Dear parents,
I am highly experienced, university educated, professional nanny.
I have extensive experience taking care of infant age (from 3 months), toddler age, and preschool age kids.
In my nanny career I did not missed any age (experienced with newborn babies all the way to 15 y. o. teenagers).
Experienced w/ toddler twins...
Zlata can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Zlata is one of the best childcare workers we’ve ever met! She is really the only person we feel comfortable with watching our 4 yr old son for date nights etc. She is attentive, kind, and knowledgeable. I recommend her a hundred times over! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Experience with preschool children with special needs and older children and young adults with autism. I enjoy working with this population and feel that I have connected well with my clients in the past.
5.0
"Karin worked with me, she was always on time and flexible when I needed a day off we could always figure out how to make it work! She is extremely hard working and always goes above and beyond With every task! She is funny, kind, a great multitasker and can problem...
Bailey H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a teacher/counselor for 4th graders at a summer camp. I was an office assistant/nurse in summer camp as well. I have experienced with special need students, varying from physical and mental needs. I'm very passionate with kids, I'm studying to become a teacher/special education teacher. I love to do fun activities and play...
Keila can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Keila was very patient with my kids . They loved how friendly and nice she was."
Sandy M.
Donatella A.
Encino, CA
$30-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of professional experience working with mentally challenged/disabled people. I have a college degree and years of experience in all aspects of childcare and would love the opportunity to work with you.
5.0
"I needed last minute child care and Donna was available. She was very flexible with me and understanding. I appreciate her professionalism and confidence. My toddler really enjoyed having her here, I would highly recommend her for any services."
Natali S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Throughout my career, I've dedicated myself to working with special needs children, fostering inclusion and providing personalized care. With three years of experience at an inclusive school in Orange and an additional year as a one-on-one support for a child within a school setting, I've honed my skills in creating supportive...
5.0
(1)
I teach 5th grade and love children. I haven't been blessed with any of my own.... yet! So, anything that can make me feel like a mom.... I'm down! I babysat and nannied for years in Idaho. I would watch 4-5 kids at a time while their parents went on vacation. I also did the usual school drop-off/ pick-up. When I moved back to...
5.0
"Jennifer worked for me last summer with my 5 yr old special needs son. She was reasonable in rate and punctual and professional. I would hire her again without hesitation! My little boy absolutely loved all the fun things she took him to do and is still asking...
Kris B.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm lily,
I'm a certified nursing assistant and a home health-aid. I have my CPR and BLS.
I have worked with different groups of people: From newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, teens to special needs, post-surgery and elderly. I have the required experience and references.
I love interacting and taking care of...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"I'm very happy to have hired Lily to watch our kiddos. She was delightful and made a good impression during the interview and she did a great job when she babysat our wacky 2 year-old and 6 year-old boys. They both adored so much. We hope to have Lily help us...
Ray Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been caring for people in need for more than 10 years now and I enjoyed doing it. I finish my LVN in summit college in Anaheim and it was such a challenge and interesting course.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am an experienced Behavior Therapist with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and many years of experience working with Special Needs students from age 3+ through adulthood. I have worked in the school setting, community, and have provided in-home therapy.
I am currently looking forward to finding the right family to...
5.0
"Renee was the best Behavioral therapist I've ever had the pleasure of hiring for my son! She was on time and very caring and attentive to my son's needs. We even hired her a few times to babysit so that the wife and I could have date night again. If you need a...
Jordan W.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Hope , I have been pursuing nannying as my full time job for the last 5 years. I absolutely love what I do and can't imagine working somewhere that doesn't involve some form of childcare. In the last 5 years I've worked for 2 families for long term, until my help was no longer required. Both families have had 2...
Hope can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"I absolutely love Hope. She has and is an incredible babysitter for my two kids 2 and 3. Hope started with us in January of 2017 and the only reason I'm writing this review is because I've decided to go back to being a Stay at Home Mom.
She has been so gracious...
Jenny R.
Alma L.
Panorama City, CA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School and went to Pasadena City College where I did my General Education and Child Development and then became employed by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. Where I have worked as a Pre-School Teacher and Camp Counselor for 27 years and 10 years as a personal...
Alma can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Ms. Alma is truly a part of our family. She is trustworthy, caring and active with our two kids. She played with them, did arts and crafts, read to them. She loved them like her own kids. We would highly recommend her for your child care needs. She is the best!"
Siddhartha D.
5.0
(4)
I have worked as child care provider for over 20 years. I have seven children and seven grandchildren, two of whom I raised until they were 10 years old. I have worked with children ages newborn through 15. I have worked with both young and older patients that suffer from Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis. I...
5.0
"Maria is 100% supportive and knowledgeable about caring for her patients. She welcomed my family into her heart with open arms and made my mom feel so special and loved in her last year. She helped build my mom's strength and mental state. Her patience has no...
Christina S.
Evon A.
North Hills, CA
$18-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi
I have a good experience working with special need I could direct them and I could be strong when it's needed
I also can write daily report and meals prepare
I am opening to follow
I will be more than happy to be working for you
Hope to hear back from thank you
5.0
(1)
I am Miriam a 40 years old now, I am happily married with one 17-year-old girl. I have been a personal caregiver for over 15 years and I thoroughly enjoy and love the elderly. I see my job as a ministry to give back to those who have given so much in their lifetime. In addition to providing companionship, I can help monitor...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there, I have worked with children for many years. From infants to toddlers and also children with special needs. I love working and helping people and their well being and safety is my priority. Hope to meet you and your family soon! Thank you, Lily
5.0
"Very personable and helpful. She is a great listener, dependable and a great companion."
Miriam L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting 2-year-old twins at the age of 11. As a teenager babysitting was my life. As soon as I was home from school I went across the street and watched the kids until their father came home from work around 9 p.m. I would make dinner, do homework, play games, bathe the kids, brush their teeth and get them into...
Pernilla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Loving and caring mother who is great with children! She always puts the children first and is very dependable! She has watched my children many times and they always have had a great time and always look forward to seeing her again! "
Amanda D.
Olga D.
Tarzana, CA
$30-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi Family! I would like to introduce myself and let you know more about me. I'm 36 years old, I'm originally from Russia. I have Bachelor's degree in education. I have more than 7 years of paid experience working with children (newborn, toddlers, early and elementary school age and special needs) I absolutely adore kids and love...
Olga can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I met Olga when she was working for my neighbors, as a babysitter. She was very nice, hardworking so I asked he to help me with my kid, I would definitely like to hire her again, but unfortunately she moved to different area. "
Alex F.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Northridge, CA
Sarah M.
5.0
Sarah is a natural. My son immediately asked her for a hug when she walked in the door. She's responsible, caring, and arrived on time. My husband and I felt very comfortable leaving our son in her care. We'll definitely be calling her again!
- Sarabeth M.
Leslie Y.
5.0
Leslie was such a delight. She worked with our special needs son, getting him ready in the morning for his volunteer day job. She was reliable and trustworthy.
- Patricia M.
Sylvia N.
4.0
She didn’t stay awake during overnight shift. It was a problem.
- Care member
Zlata H.
5.0
Zlata cared for my two young kids for a year and was incredible. My younger one was still a baby when she started, the only reason we parted ways was because the younger one was starting school. She did a great job of teaching them manners, and how to clean up after themselves. She was extremely...
- Care member
Karin B.
5.0
Karin worked with me, she was always on time and flexible when I needed a day off we could always figure out how to make it work! She is extremely hard working and always goes above and beyond With every task! She is funny, kind, a great multitasker and can problem solve at the drop of a hat! An...
- Bailey H.
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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.