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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Pasadena, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Pasadena, CA
I was a Kindergarten Teacher for 20 years and also have experience teaching children with special needs. If you would like to talk further please reach out!
Casandra C.
Pasadena, CA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Cassie! I Eat Little Children. I Can't Wait To Eat Your Child.
Hello, my name is Casandra. I am a fun loving sitter that is CPR & First Aid certified, and Covid vaccinated.
I have experience caring for children with special needs (ASD) and infants. Recently I graduated with my B. A. in Psychology. My educational background helps me understand children, how they behave, and it has given...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
My name is Alex and I'm a 23-year-old college graduate with 7 years of childcare experience. I majored in Justice Studies, but towards the end of college I realized I had a passion for child care and family assisting. In my previous positions I have watched children ages 0- 14 including children with special needs. I am very...
Alexandria can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
Hello!
My name is Qur'an! I am a musician and music teacher from Pasadena. I have been teaching children music for over 15 years at my mom's music school, piano play music systems! I've always been great with kids of all ages since I could remember. I also have light experience with special needs children as well.
I love...
Quran can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more
Christopher D.
Pasadena, CA
$26/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi!! My name is Chris I am 20 years old. Currently I am working on getting my associates in wildfire and marketing at Glendale Community College. I have a background in working with children who have special needs. I also have a slight understanding in senior care as well. But I am a very hardworking and dedicated person who's...
Christopher can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mary M.
Pasadena, CA
$25-34/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm a fun, energetic, responsible, and organized person who is currently in school to become a nurse, specifically a pediatric nurse. I have 6 years of babysitting training whether it's through a family member, neighbor or close friend. I have been on care. com for almost 2 years and have worked with infants, kids with...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Loving nanny looking to connect with families in their homes!
Over 10 years of experience working with children in homes and classroom environments.
Experience with children from newborns to teenagers.
Experience with disabled children and children with special needs.
Comfortable tutoring in all school subjects through high...
Kristina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Thank you for taking time to look at my profile. I am kind, patient, honest, hard-working, well traveled and I am highly respectful of the elder and special needs community. I am an excellent cook and well versed on nutrition and specified dietary restrictions and needs. I am CPR and First Aid Certified with a clear criminal...
Kristen can also help with: Personal care
Anya J.
Pasadena, CA
$30-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! In addition to my over 10 years of childcare (including special needs) experience, I also cared for an elderly lady with Alzheimer's for a year during COVID. There are a lot of cross over skills with childcare and elderly care and so feel that I am uniquely equipped to help with most any person. Through caring for...
Anya can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation & more
Megan F.
Pasadena, CA
$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
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: Errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
With over 10 years of experience as a professional nanny, I have had the privilege of caring for children from various families, fostering their growth and well-being. My journey includes working with different families, each with unique needs and dynamics.
For the past eight years, I have also had the rewarding experience of...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 6 years of experience caring for seniors and children. I worked as a certified nurse assistant and home health aide for many years before transitioning to child care with special needs. Previously worked for a school district. I have worked for agencies and private in-home care. I am bilingual English and Spanish....
Erica can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We hired Erica as our late night caregiver and couldn't have been more satisfied. Her and her colleague provide a much needed support system for each other and that insured we always had coverage. Thank you so much for everything you did for our family."
Larry C.
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 years of experience taking care of elderly people with different types of disabilities. I am CPR certified and have experience providing prescription medications, doing physical therapy, cooking and feeding meals, driving to doctors appointments, among other tasks. I understand what it takes to assist a person...
Martha Isabel can also help with: Live-in home care, visiting physician, home modification, personal care
5.0
"Martha is a kind and wonderful person, very conscientious. My kids loved her. She worked for us for years. She played with them and engaged them and got them to laugh. She is also very tidy and efficient around the house. Very punctual, has own transportation, I...
Denise D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a 37-year-old marine biologist who loves nature and children. I started babysitting at the age of 12. For two years (2014) I was the full time nanny for twin toddlers. In 2017 I was the part-time nanny for a 3-year-old girl in Hawaii. Additionally, for two summers I supervised and educated young kids at the Zoo summer camp....
Brittany can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Incredible. She made our first few weeks back in California so much less stressful. Her references were fantastic. From the first moment my 1.5 year old met her, they connected. Brittany has a caring and adventurous personality that meshed well with my very...
Tabitha C.
Hebe V.
Los Angeles, CA
$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
Jerome S.
Glendale, CA
$28-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
To Secure A Challenging And Responsible Position That Will Allow Me To Utilize My Care-Giving.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Experienced working in a senior living facility, nursing home, and mostly private care as well. I am also well experienced in handling Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Lewy Body and Special Needs cases. Minor and major health issues, trauma, and/or accident recovery. Also handled patients who have bipolar disease, hospice and...
Jerome can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We are so very grateful for Jerome's help. My dad had Parkinson's disease and Jerome took care of him until he passed away. Other than helping my dad with activities of daily living (showering, personal hygiene, changing clothes, etc), Jerome kept my dad safe...
Emily W.
5.0
(2)
I'm 29 years old with 7 years of experience working with special needs children diagnosed with autism . I worked for a day care in Hollywood 2 years with infants 3months to 3 years of age . I worked as a behavioral therapist for Burbank School District. I love working with children to me it's very rewarding that's the only thing...
Elvia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Elviah as an aide to help our neurodivergent son participate in summer camp. She did a great job helping him navigate the classroom and managing tantrums. He could not have gotten through the program without her. We would absolutely hire her again in the...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a private in-home tutor, reading specialist at an advanced learning center and provided both in and out-of-home childcare for more than a decade. I've always been in love with English studies and my experience in education has allowed me to share this enthusiasm with learners at all levels, including those with...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Katherine is an extremely dependable person and was super engaging with our kids aged 3 and 6. Highly recommended!"
Charles S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very passionate about my job as a special needs caregiver. My work experience has so far only been with children and teens, however I am CNA -certified to take care of older adults as well. I enjoy helping people live their lives to the fullest. I have two years experience at my current job where I do all the basic care...
Ashley A.
Glendale, CA
$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, 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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Pasadena, CA
Erica S.
5.0
We hired Erica as our late night caregiver and couldn't have been more satisfied. Her and her colleague provide a much needed support system for each other and that insured we always had coverage. Thank you so much for everything you did for our family.
- Larry C.
Martha Isabel M.
5.0
Martha is a kind and wonderful person, very conscientious. My kids loved her. She worked for us for years. She played with them and engaged them and got them to laugh. She is also very tidy and efficient around the house. Very punctual, has own transportation, I trusted her completely with my...
- Denise D.
Brittany A.
5.0
Brittany provided outstanding care for our preschool and elementary aged children with daily pickups, meal prep, zoo and other outings, daily homework, etc. We trusted Brittany with not only our most precious family members, but also with our home and personal vehicle. Brittany was a valuable...
- Anna W.
Jerome S.
5.0
We are so very grateful for Jerome's help. My dad had Parkinson's disease and Jerome took care of him until he passed away. Other than helping my dad with activities of daily living (showering, personal hygiene, changing clothes, etc), Jerome kept my dad safe from any falls. He also took my dad...
- Emily W.
Elvia T.
5.0
We hired Elviah as an aide to help our neurodivergent son participate in summer camp. She did a great job helping him navigate the classroom and managing tantrums. He could not have gotten through the program without her. We would absolutely hire her again in the future.
- Care member
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Ratings for Pasadena, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Pasadena, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.