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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Santa Clarita, CA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Santa Clarita, CA

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Leandra S.


Valencia, CA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable, Experienced, And Fun Care Provider

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I have worked with children, ages 8 months to 12 years old and I've also supervised up to 15 children at once. Additionally, I've worked with special needs children; mainly volunteering with the Special Olympics. I can say that I adore working with children and I am very patient as well as understanding. I'm willing to cook,...
Leandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

I am Joan N. I am well experience with disable client reason for my experience, I worked with United cerebral palsy for over 7 years, I am presently working for this company, I am very patient, compassionate and also reliable.
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Elizabeth C.


Valencia, CA

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked at a public charter school for 11 yrs with ages kindergarten through 6th grade. We're a full inclusion school. Some of our kids have Down syndrome, diabetes, adhd, autism of all different levels. I also worked with special needs adults.
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Jasmine A.


Valencia, CA

$21/hr3 yrs exp

Hello All I Am 26 Years Old, Full Time Student And Am Assist Soccer Team On My Free Time

Currently a student at CSUN pursing a degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Physical education. Will obtain my masters in Special education. I have taken child development classes as well. I started caring for people with special needs. I would assist in the special education classes during my recess and lunch since they...
Hi! My name is Brianna! I am a college student looking for more experience with children. I am majoring in Psychology and minoring in Child development. I have previous experience with all ages. I worked with children with autism for 4 years. I choose to be very engaged with the kiddos I care for. In addition, I absolutely LOVE...
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Rhandy S.


Canyon Country, CA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I took care of special people with ADHD, Autism and Down syndrome for a year now. Special people has a special place in my heart because a I have cousins who are special too. I always prepared their foods, assisted in activities in daily living, gave them medicine and personal care.
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Olivia M.


Newhall, CA

$22-35/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

At heart I am a nurturing woman! Anyway to provide safety and love through learning is what I'm all about! I'd love to have a chance to work with your family. I love being able to support anyone in anyway I can! I've been working with adolescents and teens for 10+ years, but working with seniors with disabilities and/or just in...
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Angela F.


Newhall, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

Hi. I am a Instructional Para-educator working with Special Education kids. I have worked with kids in elementary, middle school, and high school settings. I am also a Behavioral Technician for a local company. For this I help implement tasks and goals in a home setting. I have worked with non-verbal, limited to no mobility, and...
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Rama K.


Valencia, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Others Comes From The Heart

I love helping others. I am a people person, a good listener, kind, friendly, hard worker and a good communicator- I am patient and enjoy working closely with others. I am determined to brace and uplift others, respectful, observant, reliable, I provide first-class care. I have been working in the health care field for over...

Alexa L.


Canyon Country, CA

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric Day Health Care

I'd describe my personality as fun, friendly, and patient I like caring for people with special needs because it makes me feel fulfilled I'm looking for a job that allows me to use my skills and expertise I started caring for people with special needs when my little sister was diagnosed with epilepsy In my spare time, I...

Jennifer K.


Stevenson Ranch, CA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Several Years Child Care Experience

I been experienced with Taking care of children many years. Children with Special needs. Doctor appointments, giving medicine, when they're sick. Dropping them off at School, Driving different places. Caring for there mental well being.
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am a caregiver and I know how to take care of special needs adults or kids. I have been doing this kind of work since I was 18 yrs. of age
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Ahmed E.


Van Nuys, CA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Motivator

5.0

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Hello, I work as a special Ed classroom aide at an elementary school for LAUSD. At the moment I work one on one with a student but I have worked in groups. In the past I have worked as an aide for all grade levels. My current classroom consists of Kinder/1st/ 2nd and 3rd graders. On a day to day basis I helped with language...
Ahmed can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ahmed is amazing. He's very reliable, responsible, respectful and dedicated. Our children absolutely adore him."

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Laura D.


Simi Valley, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loves Children Sitter

Hello My name is Laura I have 10 years of experience working with kids and also special need kids. I can help with Travel, Errands Etc. I love children and I treat them like they're my own. I'm 35 Yrs old, have a lot of patience with kids and really enjoy spending time with them. I'm CPR certified and also Medication Aide...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Laura is the best! She has been caring for our almost one year old and three year old for the past year. She is kind, knowledgeable, and a natural with babies. She is caring and sweet with our children and makes us feel comfortable trusting them in her care. We...

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Lily J.


West Hills, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm lily, I'm a certified nursing assistant/ home health-aid and I have my CPR license. I have worked with different groups of people: From newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, teens to special needs, post-surgery and elderly. I have the required experience and references. I love interacting and taking care of...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Lily is really wonderful, she's always on time, always there when i need her, and definitely a recommendation for anyone who's looking for great child care!"

Maxim F.

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Donatella A.


Encino, CA

$30-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 2 years of professional experience working with mentally challenged/disabled people. I have a college degree and years of experience in all aspects of childcare and would love the opportunity to work with you.
5.0
"I needed last minute child care and Donna was available. She was very flexible with me and understanding. I appreciate her professionalism and confidence. My toddler really enjoyed having her here, I would highly recommend her for any services."

Natali S.

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Kathryn O.


Simi Valley, CA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have several years of experience caring for a high functioning autistic little boy. In addition to working with him at home, I also shadowed him for several months at his school My background is in psychology and I see the challenges as well as opportunities to grow that arise for the whole family when dealing with a special...
5.0
"Kathy was amazing, intuitive, caring and had tremendous insight. All the children love her and she interacts very well with them. Adults and colleagues respect her incredible knowledge and appreciate her helpful attitude. Her work with our student resulted in...

Alice F.

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Ingrid G.


Reseda, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

l have 20years of experience in child care, with newborns and infants. I am a responsible person, patient, punctual, creative, fun and lovely. I am a person who respects family values , I have a flexible schedule. I work well with all personality types. I understand the requirements of various special needs when dealing with...
Ingrid can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Ingrid came for an interview with me and she was on time. She presented herself in a professional way and seemed to be a very kind and loving person. I could not hire Ingrid due to conflicts in our schedules, but I felt compelled to write a good review of her after...

Eniko G.

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Zlata H.


Woodland Hills, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Private Nanny With Golden Hands

Dear parents, I am highly experienced, university educated, professional nanny. I have extensive experience taking care of infant age (from 3 months), toddler age, and preschool age kids. In my nanny career I did not missed any age (experienced with newborn babies all the way to 15 y. o. teenagers). Experienced w/ toddler twins...
Zlata can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Zlata cared for my two young kids for a year and was incredible. My younger one was still a baby when she started, the only reason we parted ways was because the younger one was starting school. She did a great job of teaching them manners, and how to clean up...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Santa Clarita, CA

Ahmed E.

5.0

Ahmed is amazing. He's very reliable, responsible, respectful and dedicated. Our children absolutely adore him.

- Care member

Laura D.

5.0

Laura is the best! She has been caring for our almost one year old and three year old for the past year. She is kind, knowledgeable, and a natural with babies. She is caring and sweet with our children and makes us feel comfortable trusting them in her care. We highly recommend Laura to other...

- Care member

Lily J.

5.0

Lily is really wonderful, she's always on time, always there when i need her, and definitely a recommendation for anyone who's looking for great child care!

- Maxim F.

Donatella A.

5.0

I needed last minute child care and Donna was available. She was very flexible with me and understanding. I appreciate her professionalism and confidence. My toddler really enjoyed having her here, I would highly recommend her for any services.

- Natali S.

Kathryn O.

5.0

Kathy was amazing, intuitive, caring and had tremendous insight. All the children love her and she interacts very well with them. Adults and colleagues respect her incredible knowledge and appreciate her helpful attitude. Her work with our student resulted in that student's exponential growth...

- Alice F.

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Ratings for Santa Clarita, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Santa Clarita, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.