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Special needs caregivers in Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA
Shaela H.
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I would describe my personality as outgoing, energetic and diplomatic!
I first started working with kids when I was in middle school, I was a volunteer for many different summer camps and organizations. I have had the privilege of working with special needs children of all ages, in both the classroom and the playground!
One...
Shaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
(5)
Hello, my name is Teresa and I am a caring, sweet, patient and reliable nanny. I enjoy reading, signing, dancing and cooking healthy meals for children. I have been working with kids for 20+ years. I have experience from newborns to 11-year-olds, both girls and boys. I have also cared for children with special needs and have...
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Teresa was hired by our family 3 years ago and has far exceeded our expectations!
She started watching our 6 month old baby during covid. She was extremely careful and cautious and helped keep our baby and family as healthy as possible. Then she began watching our...
Care member
Danielle S.
Redondo Beach, CA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Stay-at-home Mom Who Is Now An Empty Nester Would Love To Help You And Your Family Out
5.0
(1)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Newborn Specialist with a degree in early child development. I taught newborn care and babysitting courses at Henry Mayo Hospital. I volunteer at Torrance Memorial, use to for Children's hospital as a newborn cuddler, and worked nursery at my church. I have experience with preemies, multiples and special needs,...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Danielle is one of the few friends that was able to soothe my severely disabled daughter when she was very young. We have been friends for 15+ years and she is a reliable and trustworthy person. I would feel comfortable having her care for my daughter who is a...
Kelly H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Elizabeth (Lily)
I have always loved working with and building relationships with children. Over the last seven+ years, I have gained experience with infants, children with special needs, and kids of all ages from newborn to 13 yrs old. My priority as a nanny is to openly communicate with parents and work with them to implement...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lily has my highest recommendation! She watched our girls ages 1.5 and 3.5 for two weeks before our girls started at their new preschools, and within minutes of meeting her they were instantly attached to her. They would literally stand outside on our front step...
Kayla T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've taken care of adults with dementia and alzheimers.
I've worked with adult with special needs.
I am very patient and caring and understandv that each individual has certain needs. I'm willing too make sure your loved one is taken care of and I'm trusted in caring for them.
Angella can also help with: Respite care, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Angella was a tremendous Help to our Mother
On a Daily Basis from helping her get up every Morning to her shower and also with going to the Bathroom as well as daily Chores from House Cleaning to Laundry and Cooking
our Mother suffer from Dementia as well as...
Steve E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 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 taking care and watching special needs children/adults for over 15 years. I also was a preschool teacher for 20 years. I've done habilitation respite care and assistant living care with young...
5.0
"Angella has a true gift with children. She can handle a roomful of active 2 yr olds or a tween with severe, non-verbal autism and intellectual disabilities. She also has experience with children with behavioral and mood disorders. Your children will love her and...
Nancy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Alexis H,
I am a loving mother to my 2-year-old son. Very passionate about anything that I do.
Currently studies in child development with some units completed. Along with years of experience with child care.
Managed a motor sensory gym for children of all abilities. Autism Spectrum and Special Needs...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alexis is very sweet and personable. My kids loved her, and my toddler is pretty particular. She was early everyday and she actively played with my preschooler so he had a lot of fun with her. She is wonderful!"
Aarika S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of 4 children and one of my daughter had an handicap at 2 years old and I learned how to take care of her and succeeded. I'm now a grand-mother of 4 and my grand-daughter of 3 years old loves to say: grandma is strong because I can take care of her, feed her, teach her, play with her and exercise with her.
I can...
Martine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We have been blessed to have Martine as a caregiver for my father, and it is without hesitation
that I highly recommend her services to anyone seeking compassionate and comprehensive hands on care. Martine is a full service caregiver and much more. She is a rare...
Paul B.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & 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.
5.0
(2)
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.
Angella G.
Redondo Beach, CA
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Angella is amazing with my 3yo daughter and 5yo son. She's flexible with last minute changes and very accommodating. She's an amazing babysitter!"
Christina Y.
Lily Beth L.
Redondo Beach, CA
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(17)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Early childhood experience is very important and the right nanny caring for your child plays a critical role in your child's brain development.
I provide continuous meticulous care, attention, and stimulation for your child. I'm a B. S. Nursing graduate. I've worked at Lincoln Elementary School taking care of special needs...
Lily Beth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Beth is a very honest and dependable person. She is very much focused on the baby's development in addition to baby care. She has very good work ethics and helps out in any way she can. Finally, she has a very friendly personality and is always respectful. We are...
Sambit P.
Crystiani S.
Redondo Beach, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi Family,
I'm Crystiani, from Brazil, 36 yo.
I did an childhood course, since then I've worked with children from 0 to 4 years old as a teacher before moving.
My experience in U. S. is since 2013.
I was a live in from 2013 to 2015 during this time I was responsible for 13 yo twins, one of them with special needs (one of my...
5.0
"Crys is kind, caring, responsive, responsible, and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their children!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have worked as a behavior therapist with children of all ages. Children with behavioral and developmental challenges require special care that I am equipped to provide. I am bright, caring and fun but firm when need be. I believe in positive reinforcement as primary means to motivate children. Learning through play and...
5.0
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am a creative and imaginative individual with 15 years of experience as a childcare provider. I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development and want to make a positive impact on their lives. I am patient, calm, and friendly, and I can communicate effectively with parents about their child's day and any...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Aw Katie is a sweetheart. Great communication skills. Lovely personality. Very reliable & punctual. Always a tad bit early. Dives right in to the mix as soon as she comes in and washes her hands. She remembers this even when I don't ha ha
My 11 month son loves...
Kayla D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Before being an Early Intervention Teacher at Pediatric Therapy Network, my mother worked with children and adults with special needs for over 20 years. Working with children has shown me the significance and beauty in helping people become independent and active members in society.
5.0
"Robinna has been the best babysitter we've had for our special needs son. Not only did she take the time to get to know our son. She constantly interacts with him the whole time she spends time with him. My son was delayed in speech and she saw the progress he...
Elinor R.
5.0
(1)
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...
Jasmine A.
Hawthorne, CA
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jasmine and I am an incoming fourth year at UC San Diego seeking a babysitting position. I have worked as a regular nanny, so I am familiar with adapting to the needs of different families and their children. In addition to previous experience as a babysitter/nanny, I have a very large family and therefore have...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine babysat for us a few times. My kids (age 1 through age 9) liked her and requested that she come back. She was reliable. Thanks!"
Meg K.
Crystiani S.
Redondo Beach, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi Family,
I'm Crystiani, from Brazil, 36 yo.
I did an childhood course, since then I've worked with children from 0 to 4 years old as a teacher before moving.
My experience in U. S. is since 2013.
I was a live in from 2013 to 2015 during this time I was responsible for 13 yo twins, one of them with special needs (one of...
Crystiani can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Crys is just ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL ! My son loves her, and she is the only person he is comfortable and happy to stay with. She is loving, caring and so much fun!! She's very creative and always has a different activity to do with him and keep him entertained. I'm...
Marina R.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Kevrene. I'm very passionate about working with children ever since my aunt opened up her daycare when I was 12. I started working there at the age of 16 and knew since then I wanted my career to be involving children and their development. I've worked with kids from the age of newborn to about 15 years of age....
Kevrene can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"As first-time parents, trusting someone we just met to take care of our newborn daughter at night was a bit nerve-wracking. Kevrene instantly made us feel safe handing over our new daughter. Kevrene was very professional but also had such a tenderness to our baby....
Nolwen C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA
Teresa B.
5.0
Teresa was hired by our family 3 years ago and has far exceeded our expectations!
She started watching our 6 month old baby during covid. She was extremely careful and cautious and helped keep our baby and family as healthy as possible. Then she began watching our twins that came along shortly after...
- Care member
Danielle S.
5.0
Danielle is one of the few friends that was able to soothe my severely disabled daughter when she was very young. We have been friends for 15+ years and she is a reliable and trustworthy person. I would feel comfortable having her care for my daughter who is a teenager now, and is wheelchair...
- Kelly H.
Elizabeth R.
5.0
Lily has my highest recommendation! She watched our girls ages 1.5 and 3.5 for two weeks before our girls started at their new preschools, and within minutes of meeting her they were instantly attached to her. They would literally stand outside on our front step waiting for her to arrive every...
- Kayla T.
Angella G.
5.0
Angella was a tremendous Help to our Mother
On a Daily Basis from helping her get up every Morning to her shower and also with going to the Bathroom as well as daily Chores from House Cleaning to Laundry and Cooking
our Mother suffer from Dementia as well as other Health Issues
Angella was...
- Steve E.
Angella G.
5.0
Angella has a true gift with children. She can handle a roomful of active 2 yr olds or a tween with severe, non-verbal autism and intellectual disabilities. She also has experience with children with behavioral and mood disorders. Your children will love her and you will have peace of mind...
- Nancy B.
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