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Find special needs child care in La Mirada, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs child care are listed in La Mirada, CA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 6 years

Special needs child care in La Mirada, CA

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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

5.0

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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...
5.0
"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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Ashley S.


La Mirada, CA

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I am a 21-year-old college student who is studying to become an elementary school teacher. I am the oldest of five children. I currently am a part-time nanny to a young girl with cerebral palsy. I feed her through a g-tube and also feed her pureed chunky soup. I take her three times a week to physical, occupational and speech...
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Crista W.


La Mirada, CA

$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Preschool Teacher With Training For Special Ed

I've been a preschool teacher for over 4 years and I majored studying learning differences and disabilities. I've worked at public and private schools building my own curriculum and integrating daily activities.
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Divina L.


La Mirada, CA

$21-26/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

I am patient energetic and creative person. I enjoy spending time with children. I have been a summer camp staff as different roles in the last 6 years. I enjoy playing the guitar, piano and ukulele. I also sing. I enjoy crafting and cooking. I also enjoy interacting with people of all ages. My passion is to spread joy using the...
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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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Nancy K.


Rowland Heights, CA

$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

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.
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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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Silvana D.


Garden Grove, CA

$25-40/hr • 10 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 former preschool-k and Spanish teacher and private tutor. I have a passion for working...
Silvana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We have Silvana for our two sons' regular schooling and also Spanish tutoring ( grade 3 and 4). Silvana is punctual, flexible and patient with kids. Her experience as a school teacher makes tutoring very productive. I would highly recommend Silvana to our family...

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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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Stephanie G.


Pico Rivera, CA

$30-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Tutor, ILS, Adaptive Skills, Social Skills, Respite, Companion, Coach

Hello! I have worked as an independent living skills (ILS) instructor, adaptive skills coach, social skills coach, job coach, respite caregiver, and academic tutor for individuals with developmental disabilities and learning disabilities (I specialize in working with teens and young adults). I have classroom teaching experience,...
5.0
"Stephanie is a great tutor. She helped our son who is in second grade to catch up with his math, as he was falling behind. She is always on time, polite and respectful. We are very thankful we found her here."

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Marie V.


Anaheim, CA

$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 26 years old I have over 7 years experience working with kids, and adults with disabilities. I'm currently an aide for a gentleman with schizophrenia. Have been with him since 2015. He has become family. I provide light house keeping, meal prep, grocery shopping, transportation to appointments, administrate medications, and...
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Christine S.


Cypress, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Excellent With Children With Special Needs.

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Having been a clinical bodywork therapist, I have seen many children on the spectrum as well as developmental delay children. I have been able to utilize my experience and special techniques to help children with special needs.
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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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Alice F.


Garden Grove, CA

$40/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caring Assistant And Companion

Graduated Pacific College LVN program. Friendly, patient, honest, loyal, understanding & care about others. I love animals too!! I can help with: - Transportation Services - Experience > newborns & up - Experience > Alzheimer's & dementia - Experience > autism - Organizing/light cleaning; vacuuming, dusting, decluttering,...
5.0
"Alice did an amazing job of caring for me on a very sincere and kind level. She was punctual and reliable and very clear regarding her expectations. She was also great jumping right in with little to no instructions. Her maturity level and professionalism far...

Jean K.

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Nadia H.


Anaheim, CA

$19-23/hr • 9 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

I have 10+ years of experience and am currently still working in the field of special education and love it. I am very comfortable and capable when it comes to working with special needs personnel. I love taking care seniors:)
5.0
"Nadia is very caring and does her duties very professionally. "

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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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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...
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.

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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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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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Christian P.


Los Alamitos, CA

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Carecheck and motor vehicles records verified. I'm Christian and I'm 25 years old. I have almost 2 years experience with children ages 3-17. I have vast experience watching multiple children at a time thanks to my time with BSA. The following list below is where I acquired all my experience. -BSA at IROEC camp(approx 1...
5.0
"Christian was the first caregiver we hired for our special needs son when we moved to the US six months back. He has proved to be patient, resourceful and a good companion. He is open to listening to new ideas and coming up with his own useful suggestions if asked....

Punit K.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in La Mirada, CA

Arthur G.

5.0

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.

Silvana D.

5.0

We have Silvana for our two sons' regular schooling and also Spanish tutoring ( grade 3 and 4). Silvana is punctual, flexible and patient with kids. Her experience as a school teacher makes tutoring very productive. I would highly recommend Silvana to our family and friends.

- Care member

Stephanie G.

5.0

Stephanie is a great tutor. She helped our son who is in second grade to catch up with his math, as he was falling behind. She is always on time, polite and respectful. We are very thankful we found her here.

- Care member

Alice F.

5.0

Alice did an amazing job of caring for me on a very sincere and kind level. She was punctual and reliable and very clear regarding her expectations. She was also great jumping right in with little to no instructions. Her maturity level and professionalism far exceed the usual contact on this...

- Jean K.

Nadia H.

5.0

Nadia is very caring and does her duties very professionally.

- Care member

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