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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Sylmar, CA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Sylmar, CA

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Victoria G.


Sylmar, CA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Available As A Care Giver P/T

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience as a caregiver. For example, I worked as a babysitter for a child age 5 months and also my grandmother when she had heart disease, and I take care my Mon has long cancer from the 200 still is fighting cancer disease . Since I became a caregiver, I have loved to help people with special needs. I learn from them,...
5.0
"Victoria was with our family for 6 years. It was a tough decision to say goodbye not only for us but our children. I would hire her again and again. She was a second mother to both my kids through all of the time she was with us . We never had to worry about our...

Yetunde S.

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Keely Q.


Sylmar, CA

$18/hr1 yrs exp

I am majoring Child Life Specialist. My experience taking care of kids with special needs was a wonderful experience. I took care of a boy, who was autistic, has low muscle tone, and sensory problem. I can really say it was a really good experience working with him. He was a wonderful boy and I made him feel comfortable with...
5.0
"Keely is very easy to communicate & very reliable . My son adores her. She's very clean & organize she kept my house tidy. I highly recommend her."

Meiravi K.

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Sonia S.


Sylmar, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently working in a Preschool with special needs students. I like to create a safe, nurturing, fun, and learning environment. I have been working with children for 20 years. I enjoy helping and working with kids!
Sonia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sonia is a fun, caring, and a dependable caregiver. She provided us with excellent services for our child. I would hire her again and recommend her."

Jael F.

I love working with kids I'm currently going to college for child development, I am responsible person, I am fun, happy, adventurous person I also worked for a Montessori with kid age 2-5 years old- teacher aide I also worked for Center for Autism and related Services, Los Angeles- Behavior Intervention Implementation
I am currently a college student majoring in child development. I am the oldest sibling of 3 and oldest cousin of 16 so I have lots of experience with different ages and different personalities. I am also a behavioral interventionist for Lausd I clean after my kids , I transition them , I interact and know how to manage their...
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Rocio M.


Sylmar, CA

$23-37/hr

Soy Pro Activa

Soy amorosa y cuidadosa responsable y llena de actitud no hablo inglés solo español pero atiendo bien a las personas con capacidades especiales
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Melanie B.


Sylmar, CA

$26-40/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Melanie and I'm 24 years old. I'm very caring, loving & supportive. I love to help others. I'm CPR/First Aide Certified. I'm also a certified medical assistant. I would love to assist & help you & your loved one!
I have a 19yo son on the spectrum. I have many years of experience with children/young adults on the spectrum. I was a volunteer at my son's non public school for 15 years and still chaperoning him and some of his school friends on outings.
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Ashley O.


Sylmar, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caretaker

I am a loving and caring person at heart. I been in the medical field for over 8 years. As well as been a elderly caregiver for over 5 years. I am a mother to a beautiful little girl. I was blessed with an autistic child. I have plenty experience working with children with special needs and behavioral difficulties. I also...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Miriam G.


Sylmar, CA

$27/hr20 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Nanny With The Experience Of My Own 2 Kids

I am a patient, and compassionate caregiver with 20+ years of experience by raising my own kids. I enjoy helping kids with homework, arts and crafts, playtime, meal prep, housekeeping, pick up/ drop off, and will enjoy teaching kids Spanish and cooking while caring for them! Ive endorsed previous families as a responsible,...
Miriam can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Norma D.


Sylmar, CA

$19-25/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Kind And Experienced Childcare Paraprofessional

Hello! My name is Norma. I have 6 years of experience child care experience. I have cared and taught children on school setting as well as out. I love working with kids and have great references and recommendations. I have my CPR and first aid certificate and I have experience with special needs children. Please don't hesitate...
Norma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Aarian P.


Sylmar, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I used to work at an LA Fitness in the kids club and parents from the gym would ask me to babysit outside of the gym, where I would pick kids up, cook food for them to eat, bathe kids, and help with school work. I have also babysat my baby cousins plenty of times since I was about 10 years old. I have recently worked with...
Aarian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
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Katelyn M.


Sylmar, CA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and well-being. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting experiences, which sparked my desire to positively impact the lives of young minds. I thrive on supporting families by providing reliable childcare. I am a current employee for LAUSD, as I...
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Teresa E.


Sylmar, CA

$23-25/hr7 yrs exp

I provide care to the elderly and adults with special needs and mobility issues. I help with meal preparation, feedings, bathroom usage/diaper changes, medications, running errands, transportation and companionship. I am available M-F 6pm-12 a.m. and Sat/Sun 6am-6 p.m.
Teresa can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more

Maria S.


Sylmar, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Personal Care Assistant/Nanny

My background is with adults with special needs. I've worked with adults from 18-45 on teaching mobility, job and life skills. I've currently enrolled in community college to pursue my degree to become a special ed teacher for grade school children.

Rosa S.


Sylmar, CA

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

Welcome!

Hi! I'd describe my personality as fun, athletic, respectful. I like working with kids because I like being outdoors and teaching them new activities outside. It comes naturally easy to me to care for them and make sure they're having fun. I'm looking for a job that lets me be outside as you can tell by now, but also a job...
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Louise B.


Granada Hills, CA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter / Elderly Companion

Hello, I am a mature mother of 3 adult children. I was a Special Education Teacher and taught English/Reading. I also worked in an emergency psych unit . I enjoy children of all ages. Due to my experience , I am able to engage children and have techniques to calm children who may suffer from anxiety or have special needs or...
Louise can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I hired Louise to pick up my nephew from daycare 5 days a week. she went above and beyond her duties, to ensure my nephew was engaged and not just watching TV. To my surprise she read to him , did arts and crafts and actually worked on reading skills. Louise is a...

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Jessie V.


Panorama City, CA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nurse Aide/Personal Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With over 17 years of experience in caregiving, I have cultivated a deep commitment to supporting the well-being of my clients. This role enables me to provide compassionate care tailored to their unique emotional and physical needs. My expertise includes personal assistance with grooming, bathing (including bed baths), feeding,...
Jessie can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Jessie was beyond incredible. My dad had knee replacement surgery and needed a lot of help during his recovery. I feel so lucky to have found Jessie. He is extremely polite, very reliable, and goes above and beyond to help. He honestly became like a member of our...

Bryan P.

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Sylvia G.


Mission Hills, CA

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Bilingual (English/Spanish). Ranged from ages 30-90's, various major medical conditions such as Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer/Dementia, Special Needs and the aging. Primary responsibilities have included: managing medications, bathing/dressing, light housekeeping, meal preparations and planning, provide compassionate...
Sylvia can also help with: Hospice services, errands, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"We hired Sylvia to take care of my ailing mother in law who needed around the clock care and companionship. Sylvia provide both in a way that I rate second to none. She is the most caring and loving person you can hire to provide needed care to any of your...

Joerg L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sylmar, CA

Victoria G.

5.0

Victoria was with our family for 6 years. It was a tough decision to say goodbye not only for us but our children. I would hire her again and again. She was a second mother to both my kids through all of the time she was with us . We never had to worry about our kids. Her kindness, patience, love,...

- Yetunde S.

Keely Q.

5.0

Keely is very easy to communicate & very reliable . My son adores her. She's very clean & organize she kept my house tidy. I highly recommend her.

- Meiravi K.

Sonia S.

5.0

Sonia is a fun, caring, and a dependable caregiver. She provided us with excellent services for our child. I would hire her again and recommend her.

- Jael F.

Louise B.

5.0

I hired Louise to pick up my nephew from daycare 5 days a week. she went above and beyond her duties, to ensure my nephew was engaged and not just watching TV. To my surprise she read to him , did arts and crafts and actually worked on reading skills. Louise is a mature , former educator with 3...

- Care member

Jessie V.

5.0

Jessie was beyond incredible. My dad had knee replacement surgery and needed a lot of help during his recovery. I feel so lucky to have found Jessie. He is extremely polite, very reliable, and goes above and beyond to help. He honestly became like a member of our family. I would have no hesitation...

- Bryan P.

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