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Special needs caregivers in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

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Martha G.


Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Care Giver With Special Needs Experience

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Hello! I have 10 years of experience working with special needs in different settings. My mother sparked my interest being a special needs adult herself. I have worked with children that have unique learning differences in a school setting and have a 6-year-old son who is on the spectrum and diagnosed with ADHD. I am passionate,...
Hello my name is Thalia. Working with special needs individuals has been a joy for me these past two years. I have worked at Mychals learning place with special needs adults as well as at a high school. It would be an honor to be considered for this position. Thank you!
I am a reliable, caring, and loving person. I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs.
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Cassie B.


Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Behavior Analyst, Experience With ABA & Special Needs, Looking For Summer Hours

I work as a school-based BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) with 10 years of experience in ABA services (Applied Behavior Analysis) and 15 years of experience working with autistic individuals of all ages and on all ends of the spectrum. Outside of work experience, I also have grown up alongside an older sister with...
Cassie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi! My name is Gabi, I just graduated from the University of Arizona this May! While I was there I worked as a counselor and supervisor for the camp the university provided! Truly a grateful experience and provided me with a new grasp on different qualities children have to offer! As I graduated high school, I began to work for...
Gabrielle can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Joann T.


Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp

I have been a nanny for over 20 years working for four families. Including a special needs child for 11 years. All aspects of childcare including school pickup, medical appointments and sporting practice. All home care activities. Cleaning, cooking and gardening are a few. Born and raised in Rancho Palos Verdes. I am very...
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Angelina L.


Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been doing this type of work for over 25 years, worked with several different types of clients, Dementia, Alzheimer's, cancer diabetics, hypertension, bathing light house keeping errands Dr appt meal prep social interaction, outings, I do have some experience with special needs clients, I love what I do, sometimes it gets...
Angelina can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
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Dawn S.


Lomita, CA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Development

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 grown daughters. I hold a California teaching certification in Early Childhood Education as well as a BS in Psychology. I have worked for local School District for 32 years and taught at private schools. I currently am employed with local school district as a substitute teacher and privately tutor special...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Dawn is the type of person that always gives 100%. She's dedicated her career to helping others, especially children. Dawn always has fun and creative ideas that she's doing with the kids. She's full of energy and keeps kids active and engaged."

Tasha B.

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Michaela H.


Torrance, CA

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Motivating others to accomplish their goals while providing an applicable learning environment has always been a passion of mine. I have desire to serve clients with varying disabilities as I believe it is important to not only promote inclusion, but focus on the "able" in disability. I have had 3 years of experience serving as...
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Anna T.


Lomita, CA

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, Errand Runner, Etc.

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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Savannah C.


Torrance, CA

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Dedicated Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always been told I have a natural calling for caregiving, with keen motherly instincts, and who knows how to create a special bond with all the children in my care. I have experience working as a teachers assistant at a private in-home preschool facility where I specialized in developmental health for children with special...
Savannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Savannah is a very responsible young woman. She is detail oriented and has a great work ethic. The kids love her and she has a great relationship with them. If she were still in our area, we would love to have her work with us again."

Christina R.

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Bridget B.


Lomita, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

For the past eight years, I have worked with seniors of all levels of care, specifically with Alzheimer and Dementia care. Working with them has taught me a lot and given me a lot of patience and love for people. I am passionate about what I do and I always look out for the well being of others. I am well experienced in bathing,...
Bridget can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Bridget worked with my father in law Harry at Sunrise in Hermosa reminiscence ward. She was his assigned head caregiver. She was wonderful with him. She treated him like family. If you want someone who is professional, personable and really caring she is the person...

MaryLou G.

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Martine M.


San Pedro, CA

$17-22/hr

Child care

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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Maritza V.


Lawndale, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking for Full Time or Part Time Jobs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience as a nanny. I love children and enjoy working with them and I am taking my responsibility very seriously. I assure you of my honesty and integrity. I am bilingual with fluency in English and Spanish languages. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I'm a foster mom too I work well with all personality...
Maritza can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"The basics about Maritza are that she is reliable, trustworthy, kind and smart. The great things about Maritza are innumerable! I would hire her back in a heartbeat, but our schedule needs aren't compatible. She was a wonderful communicator, with adults and my...

Kelly B.

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Crystiani S.


Redondo Beach, CA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.

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!"

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Angella G.


Redondo Beach, CA

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Jessica A.


Hermosa Beach, CA

$62/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Jes Providing Care With Respect And Structured Fun!

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Tiara B.


Long Beach, CA

$22-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello! I Can Help (: Special needs

Hello! My name is Tiara and I am 24years old! I am a Fun, creative and down to earth person. I love to laugh and make people smile (: I have 8years of experience babysitting and nannying. I am a non-smoker, I have reliable transportation with a clean driving record and background check. I am also good with all kinds of pets! I...
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Tiffany G.


Lawndale, CA

$41/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have worked with children in many different setting over the last 12 years. I've worked, in schools, volunteered in an outdoor setting and recently worked in the homes as an registered behavioral technician (RBT). I have worked with typical and special needs children and teenagers ranging from 2-17 years old. I have two...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We highly recommend Tiffany! She is honest and kind and truly goes above and beyond. She provided care for our special needs son on two different days. She took him fun places and spent really quality time with him. She even brought puzzles and games to play with...

Jane B.

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Erika L.


Torrance, CA

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Behavior Therapist

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...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Dawn S.

5.0

Best thing happened to my family during pandemic was to get to know Dawn . My kids connected with her instantly and she is caring, loving and knows how to keep kids engaged and interested.

- Maryam H.

Anna T.

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.

Savannah C.

5.0

Hard worker. Very reliable. Highly recommend.

- Jonathan B.

Bridget B.

5.0

Bridget was ideal to work with. Honest and caring. Very courteous. Will definitely be hiring her again.

- Keith E.

Martine M.

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 gem, she will not only be an asset to...

- Paul B.

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