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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Santa Monica, CA
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Santa Monica, CA
Christina C.
Santa Monica, CA
$19-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I have always been around friends and family members with disabilities and feel very natural with lending a helping hand. In high school and college I was a part of best buddies and was a part time caretaker in college for a girl with cerebral palsy.
Recent review:
5.0
Christina was a nanny for my 15 year old daughter with cerebral palsy. They are still close friends and I appreciate everything she did while working for us!
Reviewed by Jane A.
5.0
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Hello Family,
My name is Stephanie. I am here to assist you and your Loved one in this time of need. Please email me.
I have experience as a Caregiver for over 10 years. I am also a Respite Care provider.
I am patient, kind, prompt and reliable as well as spiritual, enthusiastic, gentle and positive. I am a resident in Santa...
Recent review:
5.0
Stephanie was hired to provide companionship to my husband who suffers from early stage of Alzheimer's disease at the time. She is smart, intelligent, reliable, charming, and a problem solver. She took him to...
Reviewed by Alice P.
5.0
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I have been babysitting & nannying children for many years, and I value undivided attention, encouraging creativity and laughter, and setting healthy boundaries. Furthermore, I provide transportation, errand runs, carpooling, light cleaning, and meal preparation in addition to caring for your children.
Throughout the years, I...
Recent reviews:
5.0
My girls LOVED Taylor. Now that they're too old for a babysitter, we sure do miss having her around.
Taylor watched my daughters since they were learning how to walk and I knew I could trust her with anything...
Reviewed by Bonnie P.
Evangelina F.
Santa Monica, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a loving, caring, and experienced mother with over 19 years of childcare experience with children of all age ranges, from infants to teenagers. This knowledge comes from my time both as a daycare worker as well as raising my two daughters. I have experience and coursework in early childhood development and children with...
Recent review:
5.0
Evangelina is very knowledgeable in the field of child development and is very patient with kids.
Reviewed by Ariana P.
Marizol B.
Santa Monica, CA
$20-36/hr • 5 yrs exp
Special Needs Nanny, Mature, Patient. Continuing My Education For Children With Special Needs
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For the past 5 year I've worked with a children with disabilities, I'm currently working at a school setting with children with Autism spectrum. I considered myself to be a patient, caring person who in seeking to help children to be more independent. I would like to gain more experience in that field since I'm studying to be an...
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I have taken care of kids with autism sensory problems behavior problems and I have been able to help them
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I've worked with children with special needs since I was in high school. I was a part of a club called Circle of Friends, which educated high school students about their peers with disabilities, and how to be more inclusive and accepting of their differences and similarities. I have also worked with older adults with a wide...
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I was trained as an ABA therapist (Registered Line Technician) in Louisiana and worked with children ranging in age who experienced developmental difficulties. I was taught to identify aggressive, repetitive, elopement, tantrum, and inattentive behaviors. I also provided care for an adult with Spinal Muscular Atrophy that...
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Hello, wanted to also let everyone know I have extensive experience with children and specifically special needs. Please let me know.
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Bonnie R.
Santa Monica, CA
$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I worked for LAUSD before the schools shut down as a one on one behavioral therapist. My job duties included feeding, support and documentation. Also included taking them to their speech therapy, physical therapy and OT therapy sessions.
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Being a special needs care provider for the past 4 years requires being a good companion, providing constant support and understanding to those under my care. I must be a good listener, attentively listening to your loved ones needs and concerns, and offering a comforting and understanding presence. Additionally, being fun and...
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Hello :)
My name is Jamie and I have 3+ years as a professional caretaker. I am highly reliable, have my own transportation, I am on time, a creative thinker and very intuitive. I am open to differing tasks such as supervision, organization and running errands!
Isabelle S.
Santa Monica, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Nanny And/or Babysitter. Experience With Special Needs Children With Disabilities.
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Hi! I'm 30 years old and I'm originally from Sweden but I now live in Santa Monica, CA since September 2023 with my husband - we also have two cats.
I have experience with children ages 2 and older, but mostly experience with children of school aged. I was an au pair for two years with a family of two boys from 2017 to 2019 in...
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In 2016 I started nannying a 4-year-old with special needs. I also joyfully raised two children of my own who are now thriving adults. Children have always held a special place in my heart, but working with J also made me realize how important it is to care for all children with absolute patience and kindness. I would consider...
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Hi my name is Kate and I am 19 years old. I live in Santa Monica and have been a part time babysitter for 4 years. I have had experience working with special needs children as well. I love doing fun activities like arts & crafts and baking and cooking. I love working with kids and am looking for a part time babysitting job.
May L.
Santa Monica, CA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Who Would Love To Care For Your Kids
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I have been teaching and caring for kids and pre-teens most of my professional career! I can do activities with them like music or tutoring (I'm a professional singer, piano teacher and tutor). Comfortable and experienced with special needs.
Torrey S.
Santa Monica, CA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I graduated from the University of Texas in 2015, while I also managed to take care of two families on the side. I'm great with large groups, small groups, newborns, infants, toddlers and up. I'm also great with children with special needs. My full time job is working in tech as a project manager and on the side I babysit after...
Nina W.
Santa Monica, CA
$25-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Nina and I'm 25. I have over 8 years of nanny/babysitting experience. I have worked with kids of all ages but the majority of my experience is with newborns/infants and toddler/pre-school age children. I have experience caring for children with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal...
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Hello,
I come from a rather large family where not only education but the arts, were continually pushed by my parents. I love not only learning but to help other expand their knowledge as well. I have been caretaking and tutoring since I was 13 years old. I have a passion for forwarding the youth through my focused caretaking...
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Hello! I'm Genet, and I love being with and caring for children of all ages. I have an Early Childhood Education certificate and four years work experience in preschools and K-12 (from 2011-2015), as an Instructional Assistant--both classroom, and one-on-one in special education, in SMMUSD. I interned at Samohi Infant-Toddler...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Santa Monica, CA
Christina C.
5.0
Christina was a nanny for my 15 year old daughter with cerebral palsy. They are still close friends and I appreciate everything she did while working for us!
- Jane A.
Stephanie L.
5.0
Stephanie was hired to provide companionship to my husband who suffers from early stage of Alzheimer's disease at the time. She is smart, intelligent, reliable, charming, and a problem solver. She took him to walk on the Santa Monica beach and accompany him to spend 1/2 day at the Adult Daycare...
- Alice P.
Taylor G.
5.0
Taylor is your dream caregiver. We love having her around for the summers! She drives our three kids to and from swim practice and handles grocery runs whenever we are out of the necessities. She is a very good, safe driver and always handles everything with an impressive level of responsibility....
- Rebecca M.
Evangelina F.
5.0
Evangelina is very knowledgeable in the field of child development and is very patient with kids.
- Ariana P.
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Ratings for Santa Monica, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Santa Monica, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.