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Special needs caregivers in Villa Park, CA

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Michelle H.


Villa Park, CA

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Instruction Aide For Elementary Aged Children.

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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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth P.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-22/hr7 yrs exp

Baby Sitter

5.0

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
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.


Santa Ana, CA

$28-50/hr16 yrs exp

Hired by 2 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nicole has been an incredible nanny for my son. She’s so kind and fun, and my son always looks forward to seeing her. Highly recommend! "

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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: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jumai is really sweet and amazing. She did a wonderful job taking care of my dad who is super picky about certain caregivers. On top of that, she is super kind, warm, and professional. Often times she even went above and beyond the call of duty. She went out of her...

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Kimberly H.


Santa Ana, CA

$10-15/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: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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!"

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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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Grace A.


Santa Ana, CA

$17-22/hr

Experienced CPR Certified Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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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: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, home modification, visiting physician & more
5.0
"Sara commits to her job, she goes beyond the patients needs. She is also very knowledgeable, and trustworthy."

Lorena P.

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Amy W.


Brea, CA

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Mother's Helper, Errands

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a stay at home mom of 3 children, ages 11, 13 and 25. I am looking for extra income. I have a son on the autism spectrum so I have experience with special needs. In addition to taking care of my own children, I have recently been nannying an infant/toddler for the past 7 months. I have also worked for several...
Amy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amy is a very kind and gentle caregiver. She has watched my daughter from 7 months to 13 months old and was flexible if I was running late from work and would stay if she could. She respected the schedule and meal choices I gave her. Being a first time mom she did...

Stephanie S.

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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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Mana S.


Irvine, CA

$20-26/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter or Caregiver

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I love kids. I have a certificate in Child Development and CPR. I have over 7 years of experience in the Irvine Unified School District as an instructor assistant. In addition to helping students with their homework (k-5) after school, I have also been a babysitter for all ages for many years. I have also five (5) years of...
Mana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mana is an incredible person, whom we all adore. She took care of our 3 and 5 year olds and was very warm and loving, from the very beginning. We have since moved to another state 6 months ago, and she has continued to keep in touch. She doesn't ever just sit kids...

Michole D.

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Aimani A.


Irvine, CA

$27/hr4 yrs exp

Joyful And Engaging Early Childhood Teacher

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love children and feel a natural connection with them. With over three years of experience in various roles such as a nanny, lead teacher, and school volunteer, I have worked with children from birth to 7 years old. I hold an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education and I can create activities for children and help them...
Aimani can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was wonderful! Bright and smiling, she played games and sang songs with my toddler, and if the toddler wanted something and she wasn't sure if it was allowed, she came and asked me ♥️"

Salome B.

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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, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"I just hired Sara a few days ago and feel that she will be a valuable addition to our family. She's very sweet , caring and professional. I hope that this will be with us for a long time."

Shahla B.

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Kimberly H.


Santa Ana, CA

$10-15/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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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

$15-30/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: Personal care, dementia, respite care, home modification
5.0
"Sera helped me during my surgery recovery. She was extremely helpful, patient and caring"

Becky M.

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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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Silvana took very well care of our two young boys. She arrived at our home on time, ready to engage with our kids, with a smile on."

Chris and Amanda G.

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Diana B.


Anaheim, CA

$15-30/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available - ABA Trained

I have been trained extensively in ABA, my background is in Psychology, I love people and I enjoy serving others. I am currently in graduate school and employed part-time in the ABA field but am looking to change jobs based on the distance I currently have to drive. I would love to get more information about this position!
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Johana M.


Santa Ana, CA

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I will be available starting December 2024, for in home care due to having my first baby in September. The care would be provided in my home , we can discuss days, times, full time or part time is welcome. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns you might have. I'm able to be flexible with any type of schedule or...
Johana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Johana is a true gem. She is reliable, trustworthy, hard working and good natured. She helps our son grow socially and developmentally. She is genuinely passionate about being the best nanny for our son. Our son loves her very much! A family would be so lucky to...

Jessica H.

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Holli B.


Orange, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Holli. I am a proud single mother of one young adult daughter. I am highly compassionate, protective, nurturing and young at heart! I love children and have worked with them all my life in various settings. I have taken care of children in a school setting for over 22 years and in home care for over 25 years. I...
Holli can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had the pleasure of interviewing Holly. She arrived on time and she was more than qualified to care for our children. She had an extensive history in child and elderly care, had a great personality, and was very competent and bubbly. Our current babysitter...

Maria M.

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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

Nicole has been an incredible nanny for my son. She’s so kind and fun, and my son always looks forward to seeing her. Highly recommend!

- Care member

Jumai B.

5.0

Last summer, Jumai, who goes by the name Mai, took care of our 2-year-old son. We couldn't have been happier with her services. Our son adored her. Every day, Mai would bring toys and play with him before dinner, creating a joyful atmosphere. She would also feed him his meals and put him to bed,...

- 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

Julie G.

5.0

I'd place my life in her hands.

- Charles G.

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