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Special needs caregivers in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

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Thalia O.


Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

$22-33/hr2 yrs exp

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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!
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Cassie B.


Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

$27/hr10 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: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Annette C.


Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Professional/ Personal Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Annette and I am a professional nanny in the La area. I have 5+ years of experience as a nanny. I have lots of experience with infants/toddlers! I have worked with multiples, special needs children, and older kids as well. I am very patient, kind, outgoing, organized, and driven. It's a pleasure to connect with...
Annette can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
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Dawn S.


Lomita, CA

$25-35/hr10 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, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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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Merlinda R.


San Pedro, CA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Professional Babysitter

Experienced babysitter available for weeknight and weekend babysitting jobs. Career Nanny of 16 years looking for full time opportunity Occasional Sitter with Over 16 Years Experience Special needs and I enjoy one on one reading writing crafts activities sports baking cooking Babysitter. Duties and Responsibilities * Control...
Merlinda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Merlinda is reliable responsible outgoing attention to detail."

Veronica G.

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Anna T.


Lomita, CA

$30/hr9 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: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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 L.


Manhattan Beach, CA

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

As a babysitter I understand that every child is raised differently and parents expect certain behaviors in their homes; my personality/ responsibilities vary with who I'm caring for, I can be dramatic and playful when I need to be or very serious and guiding. I'm a really creative and outdoorsy young adult and it tends to...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Savannah was delightful to work with. She worked as a full-time nanny for our family of one child for one week on a replacement assignment. We look forward to working with her again soon as a recurring babysitter. She was confident and even-keeled with both...

Yves-Marc C.

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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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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Crystiani S.


Redondo Beach, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

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

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!"

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Angella G.


Redondo Beach, CA

$23-25/hr10 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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.

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Marina R.


Torrance, CA

$30-35/hr15 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

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, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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.

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Katie K.


Redondo Beach, CA

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny For Special Kids!

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...
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Tiara B.


Long Beach, CA

$22-50/hr7 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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Erika L.


Torrance, CA

$17-20/hr10 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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Danielle S.


Redondo Beach, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Stay-at-home Mom Who Is Now An Empty Nester Would Love To Help You And Your Family Out

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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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.

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Alexis H.


Redondo Beach, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

A Vessel Of Love And Light!

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

Early Education

CPR

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.

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Angella G.


Redondo Beach, CA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

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.

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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.

Merlinda R.

5.0

Merlinda is reliable responsible outgoing attention to detail.

- Veronica G.

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 L.

5.0

Savannah took care of our 17 month old son. She is punctual and dependable. Savannah set a checklist prior to caring for our son, so all questions we're answered and she was aware of our son's schedule. She is very sweet and an excellent sitter.

- Marie B.

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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