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3.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have almost 4 years experience working with kids with special needs, from working with one family for 2 years, short term side jobs with multiple families, volunteering with the Son Rise Program, and working in my old high school special education classroom! I'm current a UCSB student studying data science and mathematics...
3.0
"Ally is a friendly and energetic young adult who provided short-term care for my child. Unfortunately, she did not fulfill her obligations with us and stopped showing up for her shift."
Mechiel T.
Precilla R.
Hawthorne, CA
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Heart Warming, Fun, Friendly, Reliable, Very Organized, Very Patient, Loves Cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hello there, my name is Precilla. I am currently 22 years old with two children of my own. A little about myself, I love to cook and bake. I'm in school with the major of child development and would love to go into culinary school in the future. I have been a babysitter for almost 3 years now and have had a great experience. My...
Precilla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Love how she carries herself as a person. She is very encouraging, enthusiastic, and engaging with my children! Definitely going to count on Precilla with my children! My kids love her!!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a graduate of a 4 year bachelor of science in nursing (BSN), USRN. I am a Licensed REGISTERED NURSE in California with numerous duties, experience and responsibilities in newborn care, neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), delivering babies, suctioning newborn secretion, cutting of the cord, intermediate care for special...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very punctual. Extremely sweet and caring. Not to mention Abegail is an extremely hard worker who will put the needs of your little one above all. I would hire Abegail 1000x over."
Jhenelle F.
Martha C.
Los Angeles, CA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for those with special needs. I've worked with patients in wheelchairs and also an amputee, who needed special types of equipment to assist with transfers. I also have experience working with G-Tubes, and having to change the bag every day, and clean the site flush tube when clogged. I also have...
5.0
"She was great! Patient & kind. We really enjoyed her help! Would highly recommend her."
Christina C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I prioritize in providing guidance and safety for all children. I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have done several years of volunteer work and have been babysitting for the past 11 years now. I have worked with children from the ages of 10mos-15 yo everyday as a Nanny and as a Counselor for the Boys and Girls Club of...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jacquelyn is professional, good with kids, punctual, friendly and flexible. It's very nice to be able to go out for the evening knowing that my daughter is in good hands."
Adam B.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My experiences include being a 'nanny', assisting with basic chaperoning of children of employers I was a personal assistant for, being an art teacher for kids ranging from age 4 to 16, tutoring kids for ISEE and SAT/ACT, ranging in age from 5 to 18, being a caregiver for a young adult on the autism spectrum (special needs), and...
Michael can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Michael was so good for our family. We worked with him for 9 months and only stopped because our schedules changed. During his time with us he made sure to make his time with my son (4 year old) fun, educational and adventures. He taught him yoga, how to read...
Eric B.
Jessica A.
Hermosa Beach, CA
$62/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Jes Providing Care With Respect And Structured Fun!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 11+ years of professional child care experience: on-call, short-term, long-term, travel, overnight, live-in. I am CPR/First Aide+AED certified for all ages (infant-adults). I am trained as a Newborn Care Specialist, my D Tap vaccine is up to date. I am Life Scan and Trust line certified in CA. Travel ready with a current...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Trustline Certified
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...
5.0
(1)
I am a nurturing nanny with a genuine passion for my work with children,
bringing over 10 years of experience with infants, toddlers, and special
needs children. I consider each child an individual, each with their own
personality that I help to grow and cultivate.
I have extensive experience with sleep training, meal...
Marina can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Marina is the most reliable, carrying, dependable, children adoring nanny you can find. She is a person who does this work out of true passion for the development and nourishment of children. She's intuitive and always finds a beautiful connection with every child...
Yana R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jacqueline. I am an experienced caregiver and recent college graduate. For the last 9 years I have worked as a nanny, house keeper, organizer, personal stylist, home and event decorator, personal chef and grocery shopper, and yoga specialist. I love to bring my well rounded lifestyle into your home and make...
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jacqueline was great with our girls! They loved her energy and had a blast playing with her. She always did extra around the house, in addition to caring for our girls."
Brooke G.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Desiree M- Santa Monica, CA
Hello! My name is Desiree' and I have 16 years of experience working with early childhood, middle childhood and adolescence! I also have 4+ years experience working with special needs children, and implemented behavioral modification. I myself am a mother so I know firsthand what parents are seeking;...
Desiree can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"So grateful to have found Desiree. I have a 12 mo"
Leah G.
Katwims E.
Lawndale, CA
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a psychologist specializing in children, graduated in Venezuela. For the situation of my country I came looking for a better future. I'm the third of six sisters. I have years of experience starting with my younger sisters, and ending with my patients who have all been children. In Venezuela I work in a school with children...
Katwims can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Katty was amazing with our kids! She watched our kids overnight when we were in a work trip…the kids just loved her and asked when we can leave and she can come back. She is responsible and responsive, accommodating and fun. A treasure! "
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Barbara. I love working with kids. I enjoy everything about them and I am comfortable with all part of spending time with them. I love reading, sports, painting and doing fun activities. I am capable of completing tasks and doing routine chores. I am 32 years old. I speak both English and Spanish and I'm certified...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Barbara is amazing, she seamlessly became part of our family from the onset, and our 6mos old daughter absolutely loved her!!!!"
Zoey T.
Erin B.
Beverly Hills, CA
$35-47/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Loving Nanny With 20+ Years Experience
4.2
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I'm a loving and dedicated Nanny with many years experience caring for children of all ages in a live-in and live-out capacity.
Now that I've raised my own 3 children including twins, I'm available once again to provide nurturing and care for your children as well!
Some of my favorite things to do are spending time...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our little guy is 5 months old, very active, very mobile, and high energy. Erin did a fantastic job both matching his energy and helping him calm down when he needed soothing. She played with him, took him for a nice long walk outside, and got him down for his...
David P.
Laura S.
Los Angeles, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience working with K-12 students. I've worked with students from different backgrounds and needs. These experiences have led me to pursue my career as a Special Education Teacher. Currently, I am working on obtaining my Special Education Teaching credentials. I am passionate to become an educator because I...
5.0
"We hired Laura as a nanny / caregiver for my Autistic child over the summer and she did a fantastic job! She was reliable, professional, and easy to work with. Laura has an amazingly calm personality which allows her to roll with a willful OCD child, without...
Benjamin F.
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
Dear Families,
I'm from Brazil, 38yo.
Caring for children has always been my passion! I hold a childhood education certification working as a teacher with little ones aged 0 to 5 years and with special needs.
Since 2013, I've been nurturing and supporting families including a meaningful experience as program for teenage...
5.0
"Crys is kind, caring, responsive, responsible, and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their children!"
Care member
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Angela has been an exceptional addition to our family as a nanny for our 4-year-old son for the past 3 years. She is kind, patient, and goes above and beyond to ensure our son is safe and happy. Her prior experience in daycare and school services has enabled her to...
Andrew H.
Christina C.
Santa Monica, CA
$24-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have always been around friends and family members with disabilities and feel very natural with lending a helping hand. In high school and college I was a part of best buddies and was a part time caretaker in college for a girl with cerebral palsy.
5.0
"Christina was a nanny for my 15 year old daughter with cerebral palsy. They are still close friends and I appreciate everything she did while working for us!"
Jane A.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Beatriz, I have a Bachelor's degree in Education and Child development. I have experience with Montessori method and Special needs (TDAH and Down Syndrome). I worked as a teacher for 2 years with kids 3 years old to 12 years old. I have 5 years of nanny and babysitter experience with infants, toddlers and kids.
Beatriz can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Marcella F.
Los Angeles, CA
$28-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Marcella, I am 29 yo. My child care experience includes all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I am willing to do housekeeping that includes light housework, laundry, and meal preparation. Keeps children's living and play areas tidy. Help with homework...
Marcella can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We love Marcela. We've used her several times. She was an au pair for two years, so she really knows kids. She's dependable, and very sweet. Highly recommended."
Jason K.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Playa del Rey, CA
Ally W.
3.0
Ally is a friendly and energetic young adult who provided short-term care for my child. Unfortunately, she did not fulfill her obligations with us and stopped showing up for her shift.
- Mechiel T.
Precilla R.
5.0
Love how she carries herself as a person. She is very encouraging, enthusiastic, and engaging with my children! Definitely going to count on Precilla with my children! My kids love her!!
- Care member
Abegail S.
5.0
We hired Abegail for a weekend date night. She was a pleasure to interview - friendly and polite, and asked to meet our son prior to the night out to make sure they got along. She took careful notes as I showed her around our house and everything she would need. She arrived on time, played with our...
- Emily K.
Martha C.
5.0
She was great! Patient & kind. We really enjoyed her help! Would highly recommend her.
- Christina C.
Jacquelyn G.
5.0
Jackie was AMAZING!!! She was so wonderful with my kids, especially with my 4-year old daughter. Jackie was responsive to text, arrived on time, and sent an update while my husband and I were out to dinner. This was my first time hiring a sitter through Care.com, so I was nervous at first. I...
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