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Special needs caregivers in Studio City, CA

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Elvia T.


Los Angeles, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

I Love Working With Children So Rewarding

5.0

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I'm 29 years old with 7 years of experience working with special needs children diagnosed with autism . I worked for a day care in Hollywood 2 years with infants 3months to 3 years of age . I worked as a behavioral therapist for Burbank School District. I love working with children to me it's very rewarding that's the only thing...
Elvia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Elviah was great with my non-verbal 12 year old Autistic son, who can be a handful. She is highly qualified, reliable, and friendly. I like that she is very hands-on -- with potty training, hygiene and even cooking -- and also able to provide a stimulating and...

Winnie C.

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Isamar C.


Reseda, CA

$27/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Isamar. I am a very energetic, hard-working, and dependable person. I can cook, clean, help with homework, and I encourage lots of outdoor activities. I have 8 years experience in childcare and have a genuine love for kids. I have cared for children of all ages from newborn to 12 years of age, including special...
Isamar can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Isamar has been a blessing. She is dependable and understanding. Helps my daughter with homework and provides reliable transportation. Isamar prepares meals and researches recipes due to my daughters sensitive digestive system . My daughter couldn't be any happier."

Edith H.

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Sahar S.


North Hollywood, CA

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny AvailableLA, Flexible

Hired by 93 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a college student and have taken a child care & development courses, worked extensively with babies and toddlers starting at 2 weeks old, have worked with special needs kids, am CPR certified, have taken lifeguard courses, have taught pre-k-1st grade how to swim, I am adaptive, flexible, and focused.
Sahar can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Sahar babysat for us two days in a row. She was wonderful and my daughter enjoyed having her! We will definitely hire her again!"

Valerie C.

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Barbara A.


Los Angeles, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time - Fun, Responsible, Loving Babysitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Barbara. I love working with kids. I enjoy everything about them and I am comfortable with all part of spending time with them. I love reading, sports, painting and doing fun activities. I am capable of completing tasks and doing routine chores. I am 32 years old. I speak both English and Spanish and I'm certified...
Barbara can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Barbi has been with our family for three years and has helped take care of our son since he was 3 months old. She is a fantastic nanny that really puts her soul into her work and develops a special bond with the kids in her care. Any kid (and family) would be lucky...

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Christina C.


Santa Monica, CA

$24-50/hr6 yrs exp

I have always been around friends and family members with disabilities and feel very natural with lending a helping hand. In high school and college I was a part of best buddies and was a part time caretaker in college for a girl with cerebral palsy.
5.0
"Christina was a nanny for my 15 year old daughter with cerebral palsy. They are still close friends and I appreciate everything she did while working for us!"

Jane A.

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Martha Isabel M.


Glendale, CA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full, Part Time Or Live In Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience working for the finest families in Los Angeles. I have experience with kids, seniors, people with special needs and disabilities. I am very organized, punctual and always open to complete multiple tasks depending on the family's needs such as doing grocery shopping, run errands, pick up...
Martha Isabel can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Martha worked with me for 3-4 years when my son was a baby and later when he was entering kindergarten. Amazing person. "

Cynthia K.

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Jacqueline A.


Santa Monica, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

High Profile Live-In Nanny & House Manager

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jacqueline. I am an experienced caregiver and recent college graduate. For the last 9 years I have worked as a nanny, house keeper, organizer, personal stylist, home and event decorator, personal chef and grocery shopper, and yoga specialist. I love to bring my well rounded lifestyle into your home and make...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jacqueline was great with our girls! They loved her energy and had a blast playing with her. She always did extra around the house, in addition to caring for our girls."

Brooke G.

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Destiny N.


Beverly Hills, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an accomplished tutor, nanny, and caregiver with over 15 years of experience in providing exceptional caregiving and companionship (for elders and children), nannying and educational services for children; including those with learning disabilities and special needs. Through my dedication, compassion, and ability to foster...
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Destiny has been a fantastic sitter for our 2 year old daughter. She quickly became familiar with our kids routines, likes and dislikes allowing for her to be comfortable with Destiny when we weren't around. Destiny would help us with regular pick ups from daycare...

Bobby N.

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June T.


Burbank, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Camp Counselor & Speech Language Therapist Asst.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

After working as a camp counselor for 6 years I am now a licensed speech language pathologist assistant with experience working with preschoolers, elementary school age, and middle school age students. I especially enjoy working with special needs students and kids on the autism spectrum, and have learned how to connect with...
June can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"She's great! Our kid had to leave daycare for a couple of days and June was able to watch him while we were at work. She was a lifesaver. He talks about her all the time and I don't feel worried or anything with her at the house."

Owen D.

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Silver G.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-43/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Loving Caretaker

I have 10+ years experience working with children of all ages as well as children with special needs. I've nannied, taught as a lead teacher, and run a preschool food program. I love providing care and support to children and families and find great reward in being part of their success! I'm very comfortable with meal prep,...
Silver can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Silver has been a sitter and mother's helper for my 4 children ages 8-1 for the last 6 years. She has my routine down better than me most days and she's great at keeping the children engaged in their activities when I need to work. We are very fortunate to have her...

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Anna G.


Santa Monica, CA

$30-45/hr5 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Nanny At Your Service

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

In 2016 I started nannying a 4-year-old with special needs. I also joyfully raised two children of my own who are now thriving adults. Children have always held a special place in my heart, but working with J also made me realize how important it is to care for all children with absolute patience and kindness. I would consider...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Anna has been so wonderful and caring with our son. We hired Anna as a full-time nanny when I went back to work and she made the transition as easy and smooth as possible. She is very attentive and always makes sure our son is engaged and learning and growing....

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Pamela C.


Los Angeles, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My experience comes with caring and assisting with my mother, who was diabetic and had complications with other organs failing, several months after a kidney transferred. Bathing and grooming, preparing meals, administering medication, transporting to dialysis and doctor appointments, maintaining her living space. Assisting...
5.0
"I've hired Pamela twice, and now she is my "go-to" woman. Pamela is a fantastic dynamo!! She is highly ethical, very smart, an extremely hard worker, and when she cleans something it is truly CLEAN!!! Pamela genuinely cares about doing the job the way I want it...

Lorna R.

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Aspen K.


Beverly Hills, CA

$25-42/hr6 yrs exp

Happy Sitter

Aspen (22) | Beverly Hills (will travel) - Bachelors in early childhood education - Elementary school teacher - 6 years experience in childcare - CPR CERTIFIED - Strong references - Safe and insured vehicle -Twins/multiples experience -Special needs/ medical needs experience -overnights experience -significant amount of...
Aspen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Aspen is an awesome young lady. She is reliable, dependable, fun and always happy. I would highly recommend her to any family looking for a great babysitter."

Susan B.

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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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, 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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Heaven H.


Van Nuys, CA

$25-28/hr4 yrs exp

Inclusive Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Throughout my career, I've dedicated myself to working with special needs children, fostering inclusion and providing personalized care. With three years of experience at an inclusive school in Orange and an additional year as a one-on-one support for a child within a school setting, I've honed my skills in creating supportive...
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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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Madison's passion about making a difference and being a helping hand was evident right away. I am so grateful for her honestly and respectfulness. I would 100% recommend hiring Madison for any of your childcare needs."

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Yvette J.


Los Angeles, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving for All Special Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for a special young lady. I have respect for her life as is. I help with bathing, dressing, talking, laughing and some discipline.
5.0
"Yvette was fantastic! She was nice and friendly. She was on time to pick me up to take me to my surgery. She waited in the waiting room for me while I recovered. She got my prescriptions filled. She checked in on me daily to see how I was recovering and to see if I...

Jeff G.

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Martine P.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Nurse With Special Education Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny/nurse for over 25 years taking care of kids all Ages and also some with Special Needs I am French very detail oriented and do everything for the children including taking care of bath time to cooking their meals and washing their clothes Have any questions please call me. I have included my resume and...
Martine can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Martine has been our nanny for 1.5 years since our daughter was 5 months old. She has been amazing - on time and dedicated! She prepares all of our girl’s meals, washes her clothes, and shows her so much love. Our daughter needs oxygen at night and without...

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Luana G.


North Hollywood, CA

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Luana, a flight attendant and experienced nanny with over 6 years of childcare experience, including working with newborns, toddlers, and children with special needs like Down syndrome. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, have passed extensive FBI background checks, and am drug-free. I speak English and Portuguese, which is...
Luana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Luana is my favorite person! She was my nanny in 2018 and took care of my boys for a year, she took care of my baby who was only 2 months old and my other boy was 2 years old. she took care of them with a lot of love and care. I recommend her for sure."

Amanda L.

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Brittany H.


Los Angeles, CA

$17-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In the summer of 2016, I worked at a camp/rehabilitation that specializes in the care of children, adolescents, and adults with either psychical or mental disabilities. I worked with participants who have Autism, Cerebral Palsy, wheel-chair bound, Un-diagnosed Developmental Delays, MR, etc.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Studio City, CA

Elvia T.

5.0

We hired Elviah as an aide to help our neurodivergent son participate in summer camp. She did a great job helping him navigate the classroom and managing tantrums. He could not have gotten through the program without her. We would absolutely hire her again in the future.

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Isamar C.

5.0

Isamar is a very caring,thoughtful, responsible and reliable person.

- Glenda T.

Sahar S.

5.0

I would hire Sahar again in a heartbeat. She's always been dependable and very flexible and has even taught us a thing or two about childcare! Would highly recommend her to anyone else.

- Connie L.

Barbara A.

5.0

Barbi has been with our family for three years and has helped take care of our son since he was 3 months old. She is a fantastic nanny that really puts her soul into her work and develops a special bond with the kids in her care. Any kid (and family) would be lucky to have her as a nanny. She is...

- Care member

Christina C.

5.0

Christina was a nanny for my 15 year old daughter with cerebral palsy. They are still close friends and I appreciate everything she did while working for us!

- Jane A.

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