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Special needs caregivers in Pacoima, CA

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Ruby N.


Pacoima, CA

$30-35/hr4 yrs exp

Special Education Assistant (Summer Nanny)

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I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Transferring/Body Lifting. I currently work with the school district working with kids with special needs. I love my job and I love working with kids of all needs! I am an experienced, hard working, and caring person who is excited to take on any job...
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Yoselyn R.


Pacoima, CA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

I Have 8 Years Of Experience Working With Soecial Needs

I have eight years of experience working in school with children as well as providing assistance with special education & needs .
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Evelyn F.


Pacoima, CA

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

I'm a childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. With seven years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your family. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I love playing games with children, both educational and...
Hello, I have been caring for children for several years doing everything from nannying to tutoring to teaching music! I have experience in caring for special needs children as well.
Niomi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lucinda H.


North Hollywood, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Women

5.0

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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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Sylvia N.


Granada Hills, CA

$19-27/hr5 yrs exp

Care Giver/Certified Nurse Assistant

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: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She is hard working caregiver and loving"

Mike K.

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Donatella A.


Encino, CA

$30-50/hr2 yrs exp

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.

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Tiana Sparkle G.


North Hollywood, CA

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

A Young, Fun-Loving, And Active Nanny At Your Service

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

I am 28 years old, and I have been a nanny/babysitter for Care. com since 2013. I also have two degrees from Spelman College & Pepperdine University and I am currently working full-time from home for an amazing diaper . I definitely still have a passion for working with children, so I'm looking to work part-time during the week...
Tiana Sparkle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We love Sparkle! She is reliable, honest, kind, communicative, and smart. She has fun and engages with our daughters (11 and 8 yrs), but also has their utmost respect. She has taken them on all sorts of great adventures (the zoo, Six Flags, the county fair, the...

Rebecca P.

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Celine R.


Northridge, CA

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate & Patient Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! I'm Celine, a reliable, patient, and upbeat person who is interested in assisting disabled people. I have 10+ years experience with childcare and about 4 years of overlapping special needs care, varying from nannying disabled children, being a camp counselor to disabled kids, managing blood sugar and insulin for a...
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Ingrid G.


Reseda, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, 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.

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
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Miriam T.


North Hills, CA

$43/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

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...
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Olivia M.


Newhall, CA

$22-35/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

At heart I am a nurturing woman! Anyway to provide safety and love through learning is what I'm all about! I'd love to have a chance to work with your family. I love being able to support anyone in anyway I can! I've been working with adolescents and teens for 10+ years, but working with seniors with disabilities and/or just in...
5.0
"Olivia is an absolute pleasure. She has a very sweet and calming personality She made my family and I feel very comfortable. She immediately came into our home and established a rapport with my son. She even reached out to me mid shift, asking about certain items...

Jameeka K.

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Selina R.


Van Nuys, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

child care

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: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Madelyn B.


North Hollywood, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Responsible Sitter

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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Heaven H.


Van Nuys, CA

$25-28/hr4 yrs exp

Inclusive Sitter

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...
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Tessa N.


Glendale, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced, Patient, And Fun Special Needs Care

I am available for full or part-time work. I have worked with many types of children, of all different ages. I've cared for an infant with Down Syndrome, and worked as a para educator in an elementary special needs classroom for two years. I worked with grades 3-6 majority of my time, but grades 1-2 as well. I'd take them to...
5.0
"She is very caring. Always wants to make sure the kids are entertained and laughing. Makes sure she is always on time. Very good with all kids no matter what!! Good at cleaning up after the kids. I love seeing her interact with my kids. WE LOVE TESSA!! "

Savanah N.

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Sahar S.


North Hollywood, CA

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny AvailableLA, Flexible

Hired by 93 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
"I would hire Sahar again in a heartbeat. She's always been dependable and very flexible and has even taught us a thing or two about childcare! Would highly recommend her to anyone else."

Connie L.

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Maria S.


North Hollywood, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

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.

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Amanda U.


North Hollywood, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been in the childcare industry for 18 years. Full of life and fun educational ideas! I have my degree in early childhood education. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as a certified food handler. I am a great driver with a clean record and used to even drive a school bus. I am very timely and responsible. I have...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amanda was so great with our 4 kids. She plays with the kids and cares for them so much. The kids ask about her to this day. "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Pacoima, CA

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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Sylvia N.

4.0

She didn’t stay awake during overnight shift. It was a problem.

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Donatella A.

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.

Tiana Sparkle G.

5.0

I hired Sparkle to babysit my 22 month old toddler. She was amazing! She interacted so well with my son. She also teaches while she's babysitting (colors, numbers, etc). My son loved her within minutes, which is not always when meeting someone for the first time. She also knows some Spanish, which...

- Silvia Q.

Ingrid G.

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 meeting her. Good Luck!! Eniko

- Eniko G.

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