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60 special needs child care are listed in Downey, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 7 years

Special needs child care in Downey, CA

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Elizavette C.


Downey, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Behavior Interventionist

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

10 years as an Early Childhood Teacher. 6 years as Behavioral Interventionist. AA. Degree In Speech Pathology. BA. Degree:Child Development and Family Studies. 2 years experience working in a moderate/servere school location with LAUSD. Experience working with children with Autism, CP, learning disabilities, and Other. English,...
5.0
"Highly qualified, punctual and professional! I'm very pleased with the way my daughter is responding to her reading."

Breana T.

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Carlos C.


Downey, CA

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Lots of experience caring for seniors. Bathing, changing diapers, feeding, dispensing medication, driving patients to doctor appointments. Companionship and meal preparation. I also have experience dealing with autism, down syndrome, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, dementia, and alzheimer's disease.
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Rolando G.


Downey, CA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher, Caregiver And Community Developer

I'd describe my personality as assertive, practical and attentive. I like caring for people with special needs because it has been a passion of mine and the heart of my career as a SPED Teacher. I'm looking for a job that can collaborate with my current full time position and add extra opportunities and experience. I started...
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Jeenie M.


Downey, CA

$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

My name is Jeenie I've worked with children and also the elderly! I have experience with kids I worked at a daycare for a few years took child development I also have a daughter of my own! I've worked with kids with disabilities! I have a lot of patience! I've worked with the elderly dementia Alzheimer's Parkinson's message me...
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Brenda M.


Downey, CA

$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

My Name is Brenda 7 experience with elderly and five years experience with kids I love working with kids and I love being a nanny I'm currently a working with two families and I enjoy it one of family's are moving away I'm bubbly outgoing energetic I have my own transportation I am responsible reliable I like to do fun Actives...
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Julia F.


Bellflower, CA

$18-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

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...
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Elizabeth R.


Lakewood, CA

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Full / Part-Time Jobs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for five years. I really enjoy working with the elderly because I like to make their lives and routines easier and make them feel happy at home. My experiences include bathing, housekeeping, medication reminder, errands, doctor appointments, and companionship. I also attended ICDC College for Medical...
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Jennifer G.


Monterey Park, CA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caring For Needs In Any Adaptable Caring Way

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Jenny. I currently work with 2 elderly Clients as a care giver, my special tasks including caring for disabled clients. My current clients have Dementia, and Alzheimer's disease, Activities such administering medicine, serving meals, running errands, providing companionship, helping with bathing, and reporting to...
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"We had her help with assembling gift boxes for my wife who has a torn ACL. She offered to bring a friend and both showed up on time, parked exactly where I asked them to and had a happy attitude and worked till it was finished. Exactly what we hoped for....

Jeffery D.

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Josefina F.


Long Beach, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love love Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had a son with special needs for 10 years and now I m available to help other Mothers with extensively care that our special Babies need.I had experience with Cerebral Palsy. I know how to use Suction Machine, Asthma machine and gastronomy tube or G-tube. I am also a CPR certified.
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Stephanie G.


Buena Park, CA

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal Certified Chef and Personal Assistant

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I love to cook! It is my passion to help others while creating and providing healthy meals. I have been cooking for over 10 years and can prepare just about anything. Nutrition is vital to living a healthy life. Our busy daily lives sometimes prevents us from eating excellent, nutritious, balanced meals at home. That's where I...
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"We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very supportive! We are very happy we found her!"

Sabrina L.

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Jennifer R.


Lakewood, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as an IHSS care provider since I was 16. My father is blind, and I have also worked with many children with special care situations. I love working and learning through music and art, crafts, and reading. I have a calming personality that helps when tasks become frustrating, and assess the problem with love and...
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Chea M.


La Palma, CA

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

7 Years Autism Experience!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I am Chay and I have worked with kids that are now teenagers that have autism . Been taking care of special needs for over 14 years . I am very reliable and responsible. I am flexible as well . I have my own car and I am CPR certified. . I am with a amazing family now but they are moving and have to find another job . I...
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Kenyetta T.


Bellflower, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Is My Specialty

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for all special needs: Down syndrome, children with seizures, G tube, catheters, ADHD, mental illness, Autism. I have 10 years of experience.
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June P.


Los Angeles, CA

$75/hr • 10 yrs exp

Modern Day Mary Poppins

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I just completed my certification in Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress. The last few years have been an unusual and overwhelming time for children in terms of education and learning. I want to provide families with tools to navigate and alleviate some of the mental/emotional stress. I have worked with...
5.0
"June is simply the BEST. June worked with my autistic son full time for 7 years throughout his entire elementary school, including summers. She was his school aide, behaviorist, community companion, tutor, medical helper, social planner, dental accompaniment,...

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Jennifer S.


Alhambra, CA

$24-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

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."

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Tiara B.


Long Beach, CA

$22-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello! I Can Help (: Special needs

Hello! My name is Tiara and I am 24years old! I am a Fun, creative and down to earth person. I love to laugh and make people smile (: I have 8years of experience babysitting and nannying. I am a non-smoker, I have reliable transportation with a clean driving record and background check. I am also good with all kinds of pets! I...
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Dana S.


Pico Rivera, CA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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...
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Arthur G.


La Mirada, CA

$19-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Assisted Living Attendant in the Orange and Los Angeles County Areas

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In my first months as a caregiver by profession (since October 14 2005), I assisted a 52-year-old gentleman who had cerebral palsy while his mother was able to make errands. He could not speak, but I am sure that he appreciated my presence, tending to the basics of bathing, grooming, hygiene, and spoon feeding while she was...
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"Art was very responsive from the "get go". He continued his excellent service by confirming date and time needed and made contact the night before the service. He is calm and caring -- what is needed in a medical situation. "

Carol F.

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Stephanie C.


Los Angeles, CA

$21-27/hr • 2 yrs exp

Behavior Therapy Experience

Hello, I have worked with disabled children and young adults for over 4 years and I am currently a nursing student. I specialize in behavior analysis, speech delays, developmental delay, and social skills. I am also a nursing student and love helping those in need

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Downey, CA

Elizavette C.

5.0

Highly qualified, punctual and professional! I'm very pleased with the way my daughter is responding to her reading.

- Breana T.

Jennifer G.

5.0

She was wonderful! She took care of my 4 senior cats. She updated me on any issues. Kept the kitchen clean. Thanks, Jennifer!

- Diane B.

Stephanie G.

5.0

We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very supportive! We are very happy we found her!

- Sabrina L.

June P.

5.0

June is simply the BEST. June worked with my autistic son full time for 7 years throughout his entire elementary school, including summers. She was his school aide, behaviorist, community companion, tutor, medical helper, social planner, dental accompaniment, haircut support, food therapist,...

- Care member

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

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