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Elizabeth C.


Villa Park, CA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

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I have a Masters Degree within the field of Behavior Analysis and have been providing ABA therapy to those with a variety of developmental disabilities for 5 years. My experience is primarily with children under the age of 10 although I have also worked with teenagers.
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Michelle H.


Villa Park, CA

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

Instruction Aide For Elementary Aged Children.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Besides being mother of two grown daughters, I work for the Orange Unified School District as a Teacher's Aide for Elementary School age children, including special needs children. I have clearance by the state and school district, which includes extensive background checks and fingerprint clearance. I love working with children...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Elizabeth P.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Baby Sitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience. I can also work with special needs children since I have experience as a behavior technician. Currently a Early Childhood major at Vanguard University!
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Elizabeth is punctual and reliable. She is so sweet. Our baby fell in love with her right away. She's warm and friendly. Highly recommend her!"

Karla J.

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Nicole L.


Orange, CA

$28-50/hr15 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I bring over a decade of experience as a dedicated nanny, mothers helper and home manager. My background includes caring for children of all ages including special needs (ABA trained) and fostering environments where they can thrive. My approach is characterized by patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for child...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She was on time and everything worked out great. "

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Jumai B.


Tustin, CA

$30-32/hr5 yrs exp

Qualified Travel/ Career Nanny

As a caretaker and nanny, I have a passion for helping families provide the best care for their loved ones. I have extensive experience in providing compassionate care and support to children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. My approach is patient, kind, and respectful, and I always strive to create a safe and...
Jumai can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"This weekend, I had a business trip scheduled and needed to find a reliable nanny for my 15 month old son. A close friend recommended care.com, and I was happy to connect with Jumai. Not only did she arrive ten minutes early, but her kind and nurturing nature...

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Kimberly H.


Santa Ana, CA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Home Away From Home - Full-Time Child Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

HOME AWAY FROM HOME Hi! I am a stay-at-home mom who has been providing loving child care from my home for 25 years! I provide nurturing, safe and reliable care for infants and toddlers in a small group environment (max3) I have many local references and I have experience with newborns, special needs, twins, digestive...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kimmi is absolutely wonderful. She cared for my son from the age of 6 months until he was 3. She is attentive, caring and truly creates a special bond between her and the kids. we love Kimmi so much! "

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Grace A.


Santa Ana, CA

$17-22/hr

Experienced CPR Certified Babysitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Grace! I've worked with children ages 4-10 as a behavior technician, I am CPR certified and have work with children with special needs as well. I have a little one at home as well. I am organized and positive, I would love to get to know your little ones!
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Grace is very responsible to our newborn baby. She is self-driven and very familiar with infant duties. Also she is actively doing light housekeeping. We definitely will hire Grace again."

Yun S.

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Julie G.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-45/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Here To Help.

I have grown up with severe asthma and allergies and have spent most of my childhood, teen, and even some of adult life sick, dealing with surgeries, and taking medicines. It was not easy for me and always felt left out. I have always been compassionate and very intelligent when it comes to others and their conditions or issues....
5.0
"I'd place my life in her hands."

Charles G.

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Sara Z.


Orange, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked at SAUSD with clients with special needs. Some with physical and/or mental challenges, I also work with several care giving agencies for over nine years, I am experienced working with clients with Alzheimer's , dementia, cancer, post surgery, also memory loss and/or mental disabilities, some of my responsibilities have...
Sara can also help with: Dementia, home modification, visiting physician, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Sara was extremely professional and diligent. Our uncle and family were extremely fortunate to have her. Above and beyond our expectations. Would definitely hire her again, if needed."

Angela G.

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Joyce T.


Anaheim, CA

$25-40/hr4 yrs exp

Professional Child/Senior/Pet Care Provider

I am a Licensed Vocational Nurse, an experienced nanny and a babysitter from infant to school age kids. I was a Behavior Technician for children with special needs. I am also a pet owner. I have plenty of experiences with other families as well for 3 years. I am a very caring person, safety is my number one priority, learning...
Joyce can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We had her come by to watch our 6 month old and our 2 year old. She was easy to coordinate with. She is friendly, calm, and nice to kids!"

Colleen I.

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Leanne H.


Yorba Linda, CA

$20-30/hr

Jill Of Many Trades

I have a background in private education, after-school programs and non-profit fundraising. I left my job of 20+ years to take care of my 90-year-old mother that suffers from dementia until she needed full-time care. I owe a small business, work hard and have a number of resources and skills to help make your life easier. I...
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Jenna D.


Irvine, CA

$30-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Jenna and I just moved to California from Phoenix! I have been working with kids since I was 15 and have been a nanny for the past 5 years and have loved it! I have experience working with kids of all ages and with special needs. I really enjoy teaching kids new things and watching them learn and grow! I am the...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jenna is simply an incredible, loving, reliable, and caring babysitter. She has been taking care of our girls for over 5 years (from their newborn days to now). Our girls LOVE Jenna more than anything in this world ❤️ They truly count the minutes until Jenna walks...

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Danae R.


Placentia, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development, a minor in Spanish, and a Masters Degree in Counseling. For over four years, I worked behavioral play therapy (ABA) with children with autism. I am CPR certified and have been working with children of all ages for about 15 years. I also worked as a tutor for about 7...
Danae can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Danae is a superstar with children with special needs. Her experience, knowledge and compassion are truly remarkable. Our children looked forward to each day they were able to spend with Danae, and our family was the better for having her apart of our lives for a...

Jason E.

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Sara Z.


Orange, CA

$25-41/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver / Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sara. I am interested in your Babysitting/Nanny job opportunity and want to share some information about myself. I have been a Babysitter/Nanny/Caregiver for over 15 years. I worked for over 10 years with elementary & middle school children most of them with multiple special needs. As a Nanny it is my joy to...
Sara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Stern, no none sense and respect is of up most value."

Armando P.

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Kimberly H.


Santa Ana, CA

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Worked at Hylond Home for developmentally disabled children. I have experience with grooming/hygiene, feeding tube/spoon, exercise therapy, transfers, medications. Loved this job! Very rewarding to help those truly in need as well as the families.
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Oluwatosin A.


Anaheim, CA

$20-40/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Joy. I have over six years of experience working with special needs children in various capacities that care is needed. This includes autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome. I would describe myself as a compassionate, reliable, hardworking, observant and a patient person.
Oluwatosin can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Joy has exceeded all expectations. She is everything you want and need in a caregiver. She is very kind, patient, gentile, and quick to recognize when to be helpful. Joy is a very unique person. She is self motivated and willing to go above and beyond to help....

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Serafina M.


Anaheim, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Reliable, Trustworthy Caregiver

4.0

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My name is Serafina, I am a Highly-dependable professional caregiver with good values, compassionate heart and over 10 years extensive for both adults and children with special needs. I have had experience with ages from 3 months to elderly with Down syndrome, Autism, Adhd, cancer, Alzheimer and more. I am well knowledgeable...
Serafina can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, home modification
5.0
"Serafina has been our occasional caregiver for our mother for sometime now. She is very caring, patient and loves to help around the house. We have been very fortunate to have found her and highly recommended her to anyone. "

Lisa R.

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Silvana D.


Garden Grove, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Special Needs Caregiver/Tutor

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have over 12 years of experience working with children of all ages in several different settings including schools, tutoring, after school care and clinics. I've also taught art classes, yoga and language arts for children. I am a current preschool- kinder teacher and Spanish teacher, homeschool educator and a mama...
Silvana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We have Silvana for our two sons' regular schooling and also Spanish tutoring ( grade 3 and 4). Silvana is punctual, flexible and patient with kids. Her experience as a school teacher makes tutoring very productive. I would highly recommend Silvana to our family...

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Stephanie S.


Tustin, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am extremely passionate about caring for individuals with special needs; I believe that every person has something to offer and it is of the utmost importance to focus on their strengths. I have grown up with a brother who has autism; we have always been very close, so I understand the difficulties special needs families face....
5.0
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Stephanie for over a decade now, and have always been enamored with her inviting and attentive personality. She has matured from a hard working college student to a responsible and well qualified registered nurse in that time, and...

Jessica S.

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Marie V.


Anaheim, CA

$23-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 26 years old I have over 7 years experience working with kids, and adults with disabilities. I'm currently an aide for a gentleman with schizophrenia. Have been with him since 2015. He has become family. I provide light house keeping, meal prep, grocery shopping, transportation to appointments, administrate medications, and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Villa Park, CA

Elizabeth P.

5.0

Elizabeth is punctual and reliable. She is so sweet. Our baby fell in love with her right away. She's warm and friendly. Highly recommend her!

- Karla J.

Nicole L.

5.0

She was on time and everything worked out great.

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Jumai B.

5.0

This weekend, I had a business trip scheduled and needed to find a reliable nanny for my 15 month old son. A close friend recommended care.com, and I was happy to connect with Jumai. Not only did she arrive ten minutes early, but her kind and nurturing nature immediately put my son at ease....

- Care member

Kimberly H.

5.0

Kimmi has been such a bright spot in the chaos that is raising kids. She was and will forever be a part of our family. We can’t thank her enough for loving our kids as much as we do!

- Care member

Grace A.

5.0

Grace is very responsible to our newborn baby. She is self-driven and very familiar with infant duties. Also she is actively doing light housekeeping. We definitely will hire Grace again.

- Yun S.

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