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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Whittier, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Whittier, CA
Judith G.
Whittier, CA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a caring and experienced caretaker. I have 10 years of experience caring for people with all different types of needs. I previously worked with special needs children, and also at risk youth. Im friendly, easygoing and I'm a great listener.
I am happy to help with cooking, meal preparation, carpooling, walks, outdoor and...
Judith can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Alondra A.
Whittier, CA
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!
I have had 3+ years taking care of teens-seniors with many types of special needs. I have also had many unpaid experience at different practices, and hospital as a volunteer ambassador. I recently am volunteering remotely as I call a group of elderly patients with specific conditions and just be friends with each...
As an experienced child care provider, my education and training have equipped me to excel in any child care role. I've delved into all aspects of child development, focusing on principles that optimize the whole child's growth. Building supportive, respectful relationships with children is a priority, benefiting not only the...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 6 years of experience caring for seniors and children. I worked as a certified nurse assistant and home health aide for many years before transitioning to child care with special needs. Previously worked for a school district. I have worked for agencies and private in-home care. I am bilingual English and Spanish....
Erica can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"We hired Erica as our late night caregiver and couldn't have been more satisfied. Her and her colleague provide a much needed support system for each other and that insured we always had coverage. Thank you so much for everything you did for our family."
Larry C.
Xenith K.
Walnut, CA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated, Experienced, And Passionate Childcare Professional
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate, understanding, experienced and passionate childcare professional with over 10 years of hands-on experience in both professional and private settings. Devoted to providing a safe, motivating and a cultivating environment for children to learn and grow. Actively seeking a challenging and rewarding career in making a...
Xenith can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I am writing this review after our interview and based on communications thus far. She seems intelligent, articulate, professional and friendly. She is punctual, open minded, and asks the right questions. I will write another review of her after she has spent time...
Roger L.
Nancy K.
Rowland Heights, CA
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver for individuals with special needs and can provide a safe and supporting environment. I am also responsible, positive, and hard-working, so I can give you essential and in-home support as well as emotional and physical assistance.
Julia F.
Bellflower, CA
$18-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Julia I'm 26. My previous occupation was working with kids who have autism and I would love to help. My older whom is on the spectrum lead me to working with others. I have personal experience and I can relate to some of your challenges. Helping kids and people in general brings me joy. I can offer company for...
Sara M.
Norwalk, CA
$24-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sara, I'm a mother of twin boys, age 18. I speak English and Spanish. I have my own car, clean driving and criminal record. I'm a very nice kind, loving, caring, fun, energetic, outgoing person, who loves kids. I've been a nanny for more then 10 years. I have worked with all ages, twins, additionally I have worked...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sara has been with our family now for close to two years. Words can not express what a blessing Sara has been to our family. Not only has she cared for our child extraordinarily well, she has cared for the needs of our entire family. Our son loves her as though she...
Mitchell R.
Jennifer S.
Alhambra, CA
$24-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Aba therapist for nearly 2 years currently working at specialized school for children who have autism
5.0
"Jennifer was a great communicator, prompt, on top of everything. My DS is nonverbal, autistic, has epilepsy, and is a ball of energy, and she took it all in stride."
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have over 8 years of experience with newborns/infants (0-6 months); toddlers(1-5) and children (10-12). I've worked with different families in the LA area. I am very responsible and committed to my job and responsibility when caring for children. I also work part-time as a Physician Assistant finishing my Master's degree in a...
Auria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation."
Jorge E.
Hebe V.
Los Angeles, CA
$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Have been an activity instructor and caretaker for clients with MS, Down's Syndrome, Asperger's, Autism, and advanced Dementia. References available upon request.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for patients with Alzheimer's, dementia and patients who have special needs. I have taken care of many patients who are bedridden and do the full scope of the duties such as bed bath, change bed and linen. I cook for the patient and do their daily exercise routine, if needed. Each patient is different...
Espie can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Espie is amazing and I cannot say enough great things about her! She has too many great qualities to list them all but she’s empathetic, caring, professional, kind, smart and simply the best! We are so blessed to have her and my mom and our entire family loves...
Care member
Diana A.
Downey, CA
$25-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I graduated with my degree in child and family studies at CSULB, so I have learned a lot about kids. Even without the degree, I've always been well experienced with taking care of kids. I've been on care. com for 7 years and still have care jobs from when I first started on the app. I was a summer camp ymca counselor...
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 1 year experience working with patients that deal with Parkinson's and 7 years working with special needs. I am also CNA, HHA, and CPR trained. I have 7 years experience working with patients with Alzheimer's dementia. I have further experience in monitoring blood pressure, With my experience I keep patients comfortable,...
Martha can also help with: Transportation, personal care, companionship, meal prep, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Very kind and gentle in her care with seniors. She was there for my mother day and night. She helped her eat and drink and was very attentive at night time with her. I would recommend her without reservation to care for any family member."
Lupe P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a funny , great sense of humor, compassionate, caring , understanding, patient.
I understand the difficult decisions a family has to make when it comes to there loved ones. Opening your home to a stranger is life altering, I'm a trusting and loyal person. compassionate. I lift, transfer, bath dress cook clean. Exercise...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!!
Let's see if we are a good match! I absolutely love working with children and have worked with children in many different capacities. I worked in the school district for a few years specifically working with 3rd-6th graders and students with special needs. I was a camp counselor for children ages 4-18 where I led...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Katherine is wonderful! I feel really lucky to have found her! My one year old daughter loves her and she is so attentive and thoughtful about their time together. She is very trustworthy and dependable."
Jen B.
Michaela C.
La Mirada, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a current college student who is majoring in Elementary Education. I have experience working at an elementary and middle school and have also been a full time nanny. I am dependable, patient, hardworking and creative. I am fully capable to help your child with schoolwork or to help with their developmental needs and...
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was able to meet Michaela over zoom ahead of time. She was extremely gracious as I was extremely late to our zoom meeting, but she was super sweet and patient with me and was willing to meet with us anyway! She was open and warm with myself and the kids. The day...
Jasmine C.
Jennifer S.
Alhambra, CA
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello ! studying for my bachelors in child development. I have been working in day care facilities since 2017 with infants, toddlers and teens helping care and transport them on a daily basis. I am CPR, BLS and first aid certified. I have also been an ABA therapist for 2 years now and love working with special needs children. I...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jenny was always punctual and communicative. Our kids loved her and she was always coming up with new activities to play with them. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have a special place in my heart for those who have special needs. I have worked for 2. 5 years with children who have special needs at Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes. This, coupled with my experience as a nanny makes me a great match! I have worked with children on the Autism Spectrum, with dyslexia and other learning...
5.0
"Alexyss is kind, caring, empathetic and compassionate. She truly cares about every child she works with and makes it a point to get to know them each personally! She is extremely patient and has an extensive amount of tools in her tool belt to provide the best care...
Maria E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for over 14 years. I currently work at a high school with Special Needs students and nanny a 7-year-old in Tustin. I am seeking a nanny position closer to home.
Angela can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have had Angela as a sitter for my adult disabled daughter for 3 years. She is a wonderful, caring provider, dependable provider and I have never had any reason to question my decision to hire her. She has been such a help to me and my family, which has allowed...
Sharon L.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Whittier, CA
Erica S.
5.0
We hired Erica as our late night caregiver and couldn't have been more satisfied. Her and her colleague provide a much needed support system for each other and that insured we always had coverage. Thank you so much for everything you did for our family.
- Larry C.
Xenith K.
5.0
I am writing this review after our interview and based on communications thus far. She seems intelligent, articulate, professional and friendly. She is punctual, open minded, and asks the right questions. I will write another review of her after she has spent time with my wife.
- Roger L.
Sara M.
5.0
Sara has been with our family now for close to two years. Words can not express what a blessing Sara has been to our family. Not only has she cared for our child extraordinarily well, she has cared for the needs of our entire family. Our son loves her as though she were family and frankly, as do we....
- Mitchell R.
Jennifer S.
5.0
Jennifer was a great communicator, prompt, on top of everything. My DS is nonverbal, autistic, has epilepsy, and is a ball of energy, and she took it all in stride.
- Care member
Auria A.
5.0
Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation.
- Jorge E.
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