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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Thousand Oaks, CA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Thousand Oaks, CA

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Maya B.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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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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Joli L.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time And Full-Time Caregiver Available

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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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.

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Danny M.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$22-41/hr • 7 yrs exp

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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We absolutely love Danny! He is great with our 13 year old son, always on time, and has wonderful disposition. We regularly use him and would highly recommend him to anyone."

Marti H.

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Danny M.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs

I have experience with children with epilepsy, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, and Cerebral Palsy. Caring for people between the ages of 5-25, and attending school for child development and education.
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Barbara M.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Ive been working with children with special needs for the last 23 years. I'm certified in CPR , First Aid and ABA. I'm kind, patience and creative. I have flexibility and problems solving skills.
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Sonje F.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver, Specializing In Paraplegics

I am currently taking care of a paralyzed man for 7 days a week. I really love my job and it's very rewarding! I also have experience with Autistic patients!
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Joli L.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider/Senior Care/Child Care

Thank you in advance for your time and consideration. I have many years of experience as a Private Home Care Aide, Caregiver, Companion, Nanny, and Personal Assistant. My experience has involved caring for newborns, infants, twins, toddlers, young children, preteens, teenagers, individuals with special needs, and senior...
I have 2+ years of experience with working with special needs children, as I volunteered for a peer tutoring program all throughout high school that specialized in pairing up with special needs students and supporting them in social and class-related activities. I struggle with mental health issues myself, along with ADD and...
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Rosa A.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$17-50/hr • 11 yrs exp

Rosa

I'd describe my personality as kind patient determined I love to help others life is challenging as it is and if I can help in any situation I'm more than happy to do it
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Bridgit L.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$17-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello, name is Bridgit. Growing up, my sister struggled with speech delay, developmental delay, and is hard of hearing. As her best friend and companion, I've walked with through her challenges and always been by her side. I know American Sign Language (ASL) and I have a natural aptitude for working with children and adults with...
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Liz V.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$17-35/hr • 1 yrs exp

Sweet And Responsible Caregiver

Hi my name is Liz. I'm 31. I live in Thousand Oaks. Spanish is my first language but I understand English very well. I worked taking care of a disabled lady, taking care of all her personal needs, from helping her with her bath and feeding her, till assisting her with her errands and Managment of the house. I also have...
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Christopher C.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Virtual Autism Behavioral Consultant

Hello! My name is Christopher, and I specialize in supporting families navigating the unique challenges of raising children with autism. As an experienced autism caregiver and founder of Pathways to Autism Care LLC, I am passionate about helping parents and caregivers better understand and manage their child's behavior in a way...
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Katie F.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$30-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

While I started babysitting close to 20 years ago, my academic career and behavioral therapy experience thus far has provided me with the thorough understanding of child development, how to best support the needs of children of all ages and abilities, all while building deep and trusting bonds.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Lucy! I am 19 years old and currently a local college student. My experiences in babysitting have solidified my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. I am very friendly and energetic, as well as patient and calm, which enables me to connect with children of various age groups (4-5, 6-11, 12+). I...
Lucy Gemma can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I've always loved taking care of children, from helping raise my three younger brothers to tutoring for the last four years. My passion for caregiving, along with my experience working with special needs children, has led me to become a childcare provider. I am creative, energetic, and fun, but also patient and empathetic. I...
Michaela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lora D.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Baby Expert Looking For Ways To Support You!

Hi there! I began babysitting at 12 years old. In college I worked in a pediatric clinic specializing in allergies and asthma. During graduate school I spent several years as a nanny, which I love. I've since developed a professional career but still love to babysit. Babies are my absolute favorite - and many moms have called me...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Aubrey D.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$26-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

With over a decade of experience nannying and babysitting, my child care services stand out with reliability and mindfulness. One of five children myself allows me to prioritize cooperative play between siblings. I am an artist, musician, and home chef - meal prep and cooking, baking, crafts and creative projects are just some...
Aubrey can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Taleia E.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$17-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Taleia. I'm 20 years old and I am the eldest of four children between the ages of 11 and 17 as well as having four younger cousins who I babysit daily. I have experience with infants and toddlers. I also used to babysit a 7-year-old girl after school until her mother got off of work (2:50 - 5pm). I have worked with...
Taleia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sofia S.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$19-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

As an older sister, caring for my younger siblings taught me responsibility and empathy. These experiences led me to become a compassionate caregiver. I have two years of experience working with children of various age groups, and am comfortable caring for up to three children at a time. I am very comfortable enforcing household...
Sofia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel B.


Thousand Oaks, CA

$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

CURRENTLY AWAY FOR COLLEGE Hi, my name is Rachel! I have over five years of experience babysitting children aged 4 to 13. Currently, I am studying video game design at USC. I have experience caring for special needs children and those with severe food allergies, having personally managed a peanut allergy through oral...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ratings for Thousand Oaks, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Thousand Oaks, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.