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Special needs caregivers in San Gabriel, CA

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Lays M.


San Gabriel, CA

$25-30/hr

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I have been working with childcare for the past 7 years. My experience include ages ranging from infants to teenagers. I have had job positions such as nanny and teachers helper where I was responsible for more than one kid at a time (3, 4, 25) kids. I am also a Psychology student. I have worked in the past with children in the...
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Sydney A.


San Gabriel, CA

$19-25/hr3 yrs exp

Sydney A.

I have worked for multiple families with children with special needs. I am a fast learner, and I know every child has different needs and schedules. I love caring for children, and I am very interactive and I have a positive attitude! I am very enthusiastic and nurturing. I can't wait to get to know your family
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Maya O.


San Gabriel, CA

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hello all! My name is Maya and I am currently a personal aide for special needs/ part time nanny. I am currently studying Speech Pathology. I have worked a preschool for 2 years and have been nannying for over 7! I can't wait to meet you all. I'd describe my personality as creative, flexible, and fun! I like working with kids...
Hi My Name is Sandra.. I'm looking for a Part time job , I work at Disneyland Part time on Grave Yard I just to Babysit My Friend Who has Autism .. Babysat for 5 years .. We are still Friends and He is Doing Great .. I Have References If needed .. Thank You For Your Time .. Hope I May Be Of Help ..
Hello, my name is Lisa and I've been working with special needs students for about 7 years going on 8. I sincerely love my job and enjoy spending time helping and assisting these wonderful children. I currently work for San Marino unified in the special Ed department for low functioning students. I'm comfortable with g tub...
Hello! I'm Lisa, a dedicated babysitter with a passion for working with children with special needs. With over 10 years of experience in special education settings, I have developed patience, empathy, and adaptability to meet the unique needs of each child. I'm skilled in implementing individualized educational and behavioral...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Lizeth R.


Glendale, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Realiable, Caring Person

5.0

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I have 18 years of experience. I can help with caregiving and companionship. I started working as a caregiver with special needs adults since I was 21 years old since then I've been doing different cases. I also have worked for Easterseals in past and I enjoyed doing it. I'am a responsible, loving, caring and kind person. I will...
Lizeth can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"My mom just passed away, and Lizeth was with her for the last year. My mom needed care 24/7, and Lizeth really put her all into caring for her. She was absolutely wonderful. She managed medications, dementia, agitation, diaper changing, transfers with the Hoyer...

Jennifer S.

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Espie R.


Pico Rivera, CA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caring Care Provider

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for patients with Alzheimer's, dementia and patients who have special needs. I have taken care of many patients who are bedridden and do the full scope of the duties such as bed bath, change bed and linen. I cook for the patient and do their daily exercise routine, if needed. Each patient is different...
Espie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Espie has demonstrated kindness, care, and knowledge, been very dependable, and excellent communication. "

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Megan F.


Pasadena, CA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Careing Experienced Teacher/therapist

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Megan is AWESOME! She is part of our church family, and a natural with kids of all ages and energy levels. She is sweet, calm and very thoughtful. She's also proactive in helping others! She put together a fellowship dinner all on her own, just so we could all...

Emily C.

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Ashley A.


Glendale, CA

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Ashley has been a phenomenal care provider for my son with special needs. Not only did she take the time to build a relationship of trust with my son who has special needs, but with my other two children as well. We miss her as she has moved away, but highly...

Ryan O.

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Nadia H.


Los Angeles, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Nanny !

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! Please check out my reviews! :) I am a 33-year-old young woman with YEARS of household experience! Most recently I worked for a Waldorf type preschool but had relocate as I moved to the East side from Topanga! Looking for something more local to me :) I have been a playful, silly, fun nanny to 3-6-month-old...
Nadia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nadia joined my household daily to care for my four-five year old twins. Imperturbable, smart, creative and off beat in the best way, Nadia brought joy AND order to my home. "

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Casandra L.


Monrovia, CA

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Greetings. With a passion for family care since 2016, I bring extensive experience in childcare. Spanning from newborns to fifth graders as well as children with special needs. My background includes both in-home and school settings. I am trustworthy and reliable, I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to join a new family. (I'm...
Casandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have two beautiful children ages 6,12 and they keep me busy. As a Nurse who works full time with various hours and rely on flexibility. Cassandra was such a help in making this possible for our family. Cassandra is always dependable, kind, punctual, and...

Larissa M.

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Cicely J.


Pasadena, CA

$30-36/hr5 yrs exp

I have experience with working with children, infant to 18 years of age. Majority children who have developmental disabilities. I have experience working with non verbal children, medically fragile children, children with behavioral disabilities. I am experience in administering medications, via orally and gtube. I have...
Cicely can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cicely is not only a truly incredible caretaker but also just a wonderful person. My son has very specific special needs. It can be so difficult to find the right person. Which I'm sure other parents can relate to. It's hard to find someone you can really...

Dan V.

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Stephanie Y.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Creative Special Needs Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the past 12 years I have taught and assisted children with various special needs in classroom settings from elementary through high school. I have been employed for the last year caring for an 11-year-old girl with autism. This job is sadly coming to a close and I am looking for my next opportunity. I started as a teacher's...
5.0
"Stephanie was a respite worker for my son with special needs during the summer and school breaks for many years. He and his typically developing sister always looked forward to visits from Stephanie which allowed my husband and I to go out. Stephanie always focused...

Martha P.

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Jerome S.


Glendale, CA

$30-32/hr10 yrs exp

To Secure A Challenging And Responsible Position That Will Allow Me To Utilize My Care-Giving.

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: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Jerome took AMAZING care of my elderly father from the ages of 89-92. Jerome was always cheerful, kind, extremely dependable, and very skilled in dealing with my dad who had mild dementia and later suffered a stroke. Jerome took my father out to lunch and to the...

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Angelina G.


South Pasadena, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi ! My name is Angelina, I'm a 20-year-old college student who's currently going on her third year of college. All my courses are online and won't interfere with my working hours . I am flexible and willing to work with some schedules. I was raised in South Pasadena, where I attended school all through high school where I...
Angelina can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Angelina has been great. She is very dependable and has been a great communicator. Most importantly, both my kids really like having her as their babysitter. would recommend."

Jan K.

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Jennifer S.


Alhambra, CA

$24-30/hr2 yrs exp

Aba therapist for nearly 2 years currently working at specialized school for children who have autism
5.0
"Jennifer was a great communicator, prompt, on top of everything. My DS is nonverbal, autistic, has epilepsy, and is a ball of energy, and she took it all in stride."

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Madison S.


Los Angeles, CA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Early Child Educator/Caretaker

Hi! I am currently a third grade teacher at Kipp SoCal Schools. I live in downtown Los Angeles. I am certified to teach K-6, and I have an extra endorsement in reading. I can provide tutoring, pick up from after school, meals, and care. I am extremely qualified in the care and well being of children. I have CPR training, and...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Madison watched my home and watered my plants while I was away visiting a friend for a almost 2 weeks. She did an excellent job and I would absolutely use her again. She was professional, kind, and trustworthy. "

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Martha Isabel M.


Glendale, CA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full, Part Time Or Live In Senior Caregiver

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: Home modification, visiting physician, live-in home care, 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.

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Jennifer S.


Alhambra, CA

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello ! studying for my bachelors in child development. I have been working in day care facilities since 2017 with infants, toddlers and teens helping care and transport them on a daily basis. I am CPR, BLS and first aid certified. I have also been an ABA therapist for 2 years now and love working with special needs children. I...
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer is exceptional! My daughter loves her, and I'm impressed by Jennifer's professionalism and patience. She provides valuable advice on child development and maintains focus without checking her phone during work. I'm grateful for her dedication and would...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Gabriel, CA

Lizeth R.

5.0

My mom just passed away, and Lizeth was with her for the last year. My mom needed care 24/7, and Lizeth really put her all into caring for her. She was absolutely wonderful. She managed medications, dementia, agitation, diaper changing, transfers with the Hoyer lift, blood sugar monitoring, vitals,...

- Jennifer S.

Espie R.

5.0

Espíe is the ultimate professional. Always on time, reliable, compassionate, and skilled in dealing with dementia issues. A godsend for our family.

- Elaine L.

Megan F.

5.0

Megan is AWESOME! She is part of our church family, and a natural with kids of all ages and energy levels. She is sweet, calm and very thoughtful. She's also proactive in helping others! She put together a fellowship dinner all on her own, just so we could all visit, and helped put together a...

- Emily C.

Ashley A.

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 heartbeat!

- Elvia V.

Nadia H.

5.0

Nadia joined my household daily to care for my four-five year old twins. Imperturbable, smart, creative and off beat in the best way, Nadia brought joy AND order to my home.

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