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Manna V.


Wrightwood, CA

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

4 years nannying experience. Worked as an after-school program leader (3 years); supervised 20-25 kiddos. 4 years providing respite care for kiddos with special needs. One year working as a 1-1 classroom aid in the SPED department Santa Maria. Worked one year as an infant/toddler teacher for KinderCare. Four years working as a...
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Diane O.


Wrightwood, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Not Your Average Grandma

Hello! I'm a reliable, mature, healthy, fit, gentle, and patient caregiver, with extensive experience in caregiving for all ages, including special needs care. I have a deep understanding of nutrition and food prep and can prepare healthy meals and snacks, as well as take care of light housekeeping and other home tasks....
Diane can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello, My name is Eiki. I am 27 years old, born and raises in the South Pacific. I just recently move here from Colorado. My husband is going to school at MSU and I am looking for a part- time job. I have been working as caregiver for three families in Colorado. I am a very compassionate caregiver with over two years of...
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Sara S.


Phelan, CA

$25-29/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Professional

I want to successfully expand and adapt to each environment and task that is encountered or required. With my work ethic, this will give me the opportunity to demonstrate the ability to be an asset. I started caregiving when someone I was close with was in an MV accident. I have worked with the elderly, special needs, adults and...
Sara can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

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Nicholas S.


Phelan, CA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

I have serval years experience working with special needs and behavioral intervention working in home, school, or professional office settings. I have previously worked as a 1:1 Aid, ABA behavioral health technician, as well as a behavioral aid in home running ABA programs under the direct supervision of a BCBA.
Nicholas can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sofia B.


Pinon Hills, CA

$21-29/hr2 yrs exp

Behavioral Technician- ABA Therapy

I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with extensive experience in supporting individuals with special needs. With over 10 years of experience as an equine instructor and a background in Applied Behavioral Science, I blends therapeutic approaches with her love for animals to promote well-being and growth. Currently...
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Sara S.


Phelan, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Fun And Responsible

I have 20+ years of experience in child care. I have volunteered for non profits and have work experience working with children. I have work experience with in home respite care. One of my favorite things I have done as well is taken care is children and adults with medical special needs. I find great joy in growing...
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Koko C.


Claremont, CA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

4.5

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 26 years old, big sister to 4 girls. I have worked as a nanny for 5 years and have helped many families. I have experience caring for infants through teenagers. I worked for Palm Springs Unified School District as a teacher's health aid I mostly worked with special needs children preschool and up! I am CPR and first aid...
Koko can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

4.0
"To my surprise, she showed up with her mom--for security reasons. I didn't appreciate the surprise or the implications, but, the kids seemed to really like her. She has a nice personality. She played games and prepared meals. She seems flexible. It was a 4-1/2 hr....

Michael P.

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Neena D.


Claremont, CA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Part-Time Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a responsible and energetic nanny/healer who would love to work with you and your children! Child care has always been a passion of mine. I specialize in overnight care, date nights, with experience with special needs. I am equipped to offer the best care. Not only would I care for your child, I would work with your child...
Neena can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Neena is the most responsible person I have ever known. Her patience exceeds anyone expectations. She is excellent and communicating any issues and always strives to maintain a healthy relationship with both the child and parent. I am forever grateful with...

Katy K.

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Leanna C.


Victorville, CA

$17-18/hr10 yrs exp

I Wanna Do Something I Love

Hi my name is Leanna and it's a passion of mine still work with special-needs individuals I work in a special needs Day Care before and I loved it I had five individuals that I took care of on a daily basis we made positive changes and I worked with the behaviors well one positive change that I can say is that one of my highly...
5.0
"She works very well with children and is very loving and friendly would hire her again and recommend"

Erica D.

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Diane K.


Fontana, CA

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

20 Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Rehabilitation and physical therapy, hospice, long and short term home care. Post op care. Meal planning and special needs diet. Certified post stroke care. Experience with ALS
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Vanessa R.


Rialto, CA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Associates In Psychology & Sociology ( Bachelors Almost Finish) End Of 2023

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Director for RCFE - 2024 Rancho Cucamonga ONSITE RBT FOR CHINO HIGHSCHOOL | 08/2023 Spindle - Chino, CA REGISTERED BEHAVIOR THERAPIST | 11/2021 to 07/2023 Behavioral Health Works, Inc - Fontana, CA PRESCHOOL SCHOOL TEACHER | 12/2019 to 10/2021 BACKGROUND . Special needs siblings ( I have 3), I've had the privilege's of...
5.0
"Ms. R. has come from a long line of educators, where her parents were caregivers her mom a respiratory therapist and dad a psychologist specializing in special needs children, it's in her blood. She attends college, hard worker and takes care of people with the...

Edward T.

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Victoria K.


Upland, CA

$25-28/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time: Special Needs Care Provider Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past 9 years I have cared for children, adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder in a variety of settings . I am a registered behavior technician who practices ABA treatment with multiple disabilities and behavioral disorders . I enjoy working with individuals and helping improve there quality of life through...
5.0
"My family and I are very happy with Victoria. She was really helpful with my 14 year old son with autism. She went above and beyond her expected hourly duties with my son when she took care of him last weekend. We're hoping she would be available again when we...

Michelle H.

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Madeline M.


Upland, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver

I currently work at Canyon State Academy in Queen Creek, Arizona. It is a group home for at-risk children ages 4-19. I am also a special needs paraeducator substitute for the Higley Unified School District. I a former preschool teacher for the Building Blocks program within the City of Chandler. I am currently CPR/AED/1st Aid/...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Madeline is wonderful with children. She affirms who they are and brings out the best in them as individuals. She is trustworthy, responsible creative, and her focus is on the kids. She takes initiative while taking direction well. I highly recommend Madeline...

Lindsay H.

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Autumn N.


Rancho Cucamonga, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Autumn Dayz

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience with children and infants . I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. I Love interacting with kids. I am very responsible, hardworking, and attentive. I Have received my Covid Vaccines and I am fully vaccinated. I also received my flu shot. I am trained in C. P. R and First Aid. Experience...
Autumn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We loved Autumn! Autumn was very good with our three children and a great asset to our family during a very stressful time. She is a natural with kids and they loved her. She was always willing to help out with extras around the house too. Autumn is dependable and...

Tara H.

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Autumn N.


Rancho Cucamonga, CA

$20/hr

Compassionate Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I have personal experience by having a 7-year-old brother who is on the spectrum as well who has sensory processing disorder. I've participated in aba therapy, speech therapy and occupational therapy. I'm very attentive and can recognize non verbal cues.
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Gloria A.


Rancho Cucamonga, CA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter for Typical and Special Needs Kids

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I've been working with typical and special needs kids for the past 21 years. I'm very passionate about what I do. I was a live-in nanny while getting my degree in Early Childhood Development. I lived for two years with a beautiful family with two autistic kids. I did my internship working in two different daycare centers, where...
Gloria can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"It was such a delight working with Gloria. She was heaven sent during the time me and my family were living in Rancho Cucamonga. She was patient, timely, reliable, trust worthy and so caring towards my child. She has such a warm and caring demeanor. "

Danielle W.

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Shawnette C.


Hesperia, CA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Love Them Spoil Them And Keep Them Safe.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children for 10+ years. I am CPR & First Aid certified, ABA and early intervention specialist. I've work with kids ranging ages from 0-18 years old. I understand the importance of trusting another in the care of your child/children. My passion is watching the children thrive and feel comfortable enough with me...
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Patricia E.


Fontana, CA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Reliable Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Patricia. I have 25+ years experience working as a nanny/babysitter with children of all ages including infants, twins and premature babies. CPR. I am a mother of 5 all older now and a grandma to 3 wonderful boys. I also have experience with special needs from my grandson that I adore so much he has given me...
Patricia can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Patricia E. has been a superb caregiver to my son for the last 6 months. "Patricia" is a true professional, who quickly took to her duties without direction - 5 full days a week. Patricia has been instrumental in the development, nutrition, and ensuring the...

Liliana R.

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Tierrah F.


Rancho Cucamonga, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Best Smile In Town

I'm a funny positive person who is a California baptist university graduate in criminal justice and child developments studies . I love arts and crafts , movie times and games . I have worked with kids ages from 1 to 12 years old . I have worked with special needs and senior care as well. I am CPR CERTIFIED. A frequent traveler...
Tierrah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tierrah was very energetic, attentive to my children, and open to go with the ever-changing-flow of a 6 and 2 year old. I appreciated that she was open to take direction from me, but also willing to share creative ideas. Tierrah communicates clearly, is...

Bianca M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wrightwood, CA

Koko C.

4.0

To my surprise, she showed up with her mom--for security reasons. I didn't appreciate the surprise or the implications, but, the kids seemed to really like her. She has a nice personality. She played games and prepared meals. She seems flexible. It was a 4-1/2 hr. gig.

- Michael P.

Neena D.

5.0

Neena is the most responsible person I have ever known. Her patience exceeds anyone expectations. She is excellent and communicating any issues and always strives to maintain a healthy relationship with both the child and parent. I am forever grateful with Neena as she injected my son with an...

- Katy K.

Leanna C.

5.0

Leanna is very compassionate, capable and caring. She has an outgoing personality that puts patients at ease.

- Kimberly J.

Vanessa R.

5.0

Ms. R. has come from a long line of educators, where her parents were caregivers her mom a respiratory therapist and dad a psychologist specializing in special needs children, it's in her blood. She attends college, hard worker and takes care of people with the kindness and competence.

- Edward T.

Victoria K.

5.0

My family and I are very happy with Victoria. She was really helpful with my 14 year old son with autism. She went above and beyond her expected hourly duties with my son when she took care of him last weekend. We're hoping she would be available again when we need somebody.

- Michelle H.

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