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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Simi Valley, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Simi Valley, CA
Sofia S.
Simi Valley, CA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I have worked with children for the past 4 years, from childcare settings to school settings and I have loved every moment of it. I am warm, energetic and responsible. I have experience working with children infant to school age. As well as experience in working with children with special needs. I have my own car and can...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been a nanny to 5 kids for the past 15 years as well as many years working with other amazing families and at a school. I've worked with kids of all ages & special needs. I have CPR/first aid experience and have taken childcare development classes.
Jordan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Miguel J.
Simi Valley, CA
$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
My skill set is versatile, extending from providing essential transportation services to ensuring meticulous personal care in bathing and dressing, as well as maintaining orderly housekeeping. Additionally, I have extensive experience in babysitting, particularly for children with special needs. My ABA certification equips me...
Miguel can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
I'm a mother/grandmother who loves children and has spent most of my working life with them in some capacity. I ran an in-home childcare for 10+ years. I also worked at a school for 3 years as the dance teacher. My husband and I spent 5 years as foster parents to children with special needs and I also worked two years as a...
Robin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hayley V.
Simi Valley, CA
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My patient and friendly nature creates a positive and nurturing environment for kids. I have three years of experience as a Behavior Technician. Caring for kids with special needs with ages ranging from 3-17. Open to working with kids both...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Theresa G.
Simi Valley, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a friendly caregiver who has cared for adults and kids with special needs needs primarily for the past 10 years but I'm willing to try something new. Very flexible and personable person with a big heart.
Theresa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, respite care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
People with special needs are a blessing. I have worked with a variety of special needs clients and helped train them in work fields, education, college and personal life, and they actually helped me appreciate the beauty and Joy in the little things in life.
We can all learn from each other, so appreciate every one & every...
I am employed with the school district and have worked with children for over 10 years in the classroom. I am looking for some extra work, I can help with after school care or drop offs.
Kady H.
Simi Valley, CA
$21-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Just turned 25 have been working with kids since I graduated high school in 2017. Started working as an ABA therapist for autistic kids at 18, left during covid to work a live-in nanny position for 3 years and actually found my way back into ABA therapy! I'm currently working at star of ca, I am a registered behavioral...
I have experience teaching kindergarten through fifth grade special education. I am very patient and well trained to teach reading, writing, and basic mathematics. I have also taught in the general education classroom. I am a mother of three teenager daughters. I love to read books and to garden.
Danny M.
Thousand Oaks, CA
$22-41/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always been passionate about caring for children and supporting their growth and development. With over seven years of childcare experience, I possess the skills and knowledge needed to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I enjoy playing games and having fun with...
Danny can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Danny is an savior angel to our boys. He manages their different personalities, my sons special needs and their tutoring and dietary needs with detailed-care and ease. We are blessed to have him in our daily lives."
Hana A.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a grandma in waiting:) I homeschooled both my children for 8+ years. My son is high functioning special needs so I am very familiar with differently abled children. Though I've had other jobs and even have my real estate license, motherhood is what I excelled at. I love children and dogs.
I generally get paid $30 per...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelly is a very loving and caring person she enjoys children immensely she would be an asset and a help to any family"
Kathy N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings! I come from a field of psychology which includes child development and special needs care. As a behavioral therapist and a teacher/mentor, I'm comfortable being around infants and teenagers who may need some guidance in behavior. My past positions have allowed me exposure to kids of all types. I love working with the...
Jacqueline can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Jacqueline was great and very understanding of our son who has Autism. She was on time, friendly and we could tell she had a ton of knowledge and experience on how to care for children with special needs. We really appreciated her help. I'd highly recommend her for...
Christina C.
Jenny M.
Canoga Park, CA
$34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate childcare provider with over a decade of experience helping children grow and learn. My formal education and experience with special needs children have shaped me into a dependable, calm, and creative caregiver. I believe in open and transparent communication with parents, and my preferred communication method...
Jenny can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenny is wonderful and extremely kind. She was fantastic with my daughter and I would hire her in an instant, but my work schedule/nanny needs changed. Any family would be lucky to have her!"
Charis W.
5.0
(4)
I am a local nanny and pet sitter with over 8 years of experience with kids of all ages ranging from newborns, infants, toddlers up to tweens. I have experience with special needs children as well. I enjoy being outdoors. I am searching for a part time family who is looking for an active, trustworthy nanny.
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine is a wonderful babysitter. She babysat my brother a couple of months ago.
My family was very happy with her work. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a young, energetic babysitter."
Gabriela M.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 14 years of CNA experience with senior care and special needs children. I am familiar with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, the use of a G tube and a hoyer lift. I'm currently running my own care giving company to provide these services as a individual employee to make sure my clients are satisfied.
My goal is to...
Lucy can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Lucy is a very nice and caring person. My parents really appreciated the time she spent with them. I highly recommend Lucy."
Lara S.
Lily J.
West Hills, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Lily,
I'm a certified nursing assistant/ home health aid and have my BLS and CPR.
I have experience working with different groups of people. From newborns, infants, toddlers, pre schoolers, teens to special needs, post surgery and elderly clients. I have the required experience and references. I love interacting and...
Lily can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, personal care, visiting nurse
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Lily has been a steady and reliable force in our mother’s life during her slow decline. Lily is thoughtful and kind, conscientious and diligent. Above all she comes from care. She’s also a great cook, which our mom has really appreciated."
Care member
5.0
(30)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Joli! I am a proud mother of two lovely daughters ages 21 and 24 My experience has involved caring for newborn twins, infants, toddlers, young children, pre-teens teens & individuals w/special needs, in addition to senior care. My focus and main objective is with joy, love and gratitude, to provide unsurpassed...
Joli can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Joli to help with our 5 month old son. She was with us for a little over 4 months and we will always consider her part of the family. Joli is amazing with kids and our son fell in love with her. We were sad to see her go and would highly recommend her to...
Sam F.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm lily,
I'm a certified nursing assistant and a home health-aid. I have my CPR and BLS.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lily believes, at her core, that our elderly family deserves the most respect. She's professional and personal at once. She's strict and caring with our not-so-perfect patient, our dad!! Her concern with safety is constant and she is responsible with household...
Robbin B.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Maya! I work on call as a CNA at the MPTF retirement facility in Woodland Hills. I'm very reliable, patient, energetic, and positive! I believe that kids with special needs deserve to have the best possible caregiver, someone they can trust and form a close bond with! I'm able to provide a safe trusting environment for...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Simi Valley, CA
Danny M.
5.0
Danny is an savior angel to our boys. He manages their different personalities, my sons special needs and their tutoring and dietary needs with detailed-care and ease. We are blessed to have him in our daily lives.
- Hana A.
Kelly R.
5.0
Kelly is a very loving and caring person she enjoys children immensely she would be an asset and a help to any family
- Kathy N.
Jacqueline C.
5.0
Jacqueline was great and very understanding of our son who has Autism. She was on time, friendly and we could tell she had a ton of knowledge and experience on how to care for children with special needs. We really appreciated her help. I'd highly recommend her for anyone else looking for someone...
- Christina C.
Jenny M.
5.0
Jenny is wonderful and extremely kind. She was fantastic with my daughter and I would hire her in an instant, but my work schedule/nanny needs changed. Any family would be lucky to have her!
- Charis W.
Jasmine P.
5.0
She is amazing with kids, kind and warm and always pleasant to deal with. We have known her for many years and have had lots of opportunities to see her around children and she Seems to always have a natural ability to figure out what they might need and enjoy. Anyone would be lucky to have her as a...
- Nikoo B.
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Ratings for Simi Valley, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Simi Valley, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.