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60 special needs caregivers are listed in La Mirada, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in La Mirada, CA
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
(3)
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 is a very moral and conscientious person. Definitely someone trustworthy."
Marci R.
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, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & 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.
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...
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.
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...
I am a patient and caring person. I love children. I served at my church for the youth and children's camp ministry for 3 years. I worked with special needs kids for 1+ years. I also babysat infants to toddlers for 3+ years for a couple families. I enjoy arts and music. I love interacting with people. With my gifts and...
Divina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Ashley. I am a 30-year-old Flight Attendant who is the oldest of five children. I am looking to babysit on my days off. I am adult and infant CPR certified. I have been trained in basic life support, first aid, and emergency procedures. I have been helping my mother take care of my siblings and babysit other...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Kayla P.
La Mirada, CA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a passionate and experienced caregiver, I find great joy in supporting families and offering a dependable childcare option. Parents appreciate my patient and calm demeanor, as well as my friendly and approachable nature. I prioritize open communication and follow their preferred methods to discuss their child's day or any...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Espíe is the ultimate professional. Always on time, reliable, compassionate, and skilled in dealing with dementia issues. A godsend for our family."
Elaine L.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Jenna, a caring and experienced caregiver with over 10 years in the field. I've worked with In-Home Support Services through the state and privately, specializing in special needs and senior care since I was 16. My journey began by caring for my father, who is blind and has mobility issues. Since then, I've gained...
Jennifer can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Jenna is an amazing and dedicated caregiver. Gave us daily updates and got along so well with my senior mother in law, who can be a challenge ! Jenna has also watched my baby and has been so attentive and engaged with her. 10 out of 10 would recommend, she is...
Care member
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...
Oluwatosin A.
Anaheim, CA
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My name is Joy. I have over six years of experience working with special needs children in various capacities that care is needed. This includes autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome.
I would describe myself as a compassionate, reliable, hardworking, observant and a patient person.
Oluwatosin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Oluwatosin, or Joy as we know her, is a beautiful, kind, smart, caring, reliable, honest, gentle, amazing person. She has been helping my Mom, an Alzheimer's patient, for 2 years. We met her through a friend and I trust her completely. Joy is very highly educated,...
Care member
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.
5.0
(2)
I am a babysitter with 20 years of experience and specialize in newborns to 4-year-olds, twins and children with special needs. I have helped families with newborn children create a sleep schedule, meal preparation at each stage of growth, potty training, supporting children in all their different stages of development. I am...
Luz can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Luz P. worked for us as a nanny for almost a year, and she was great with our two kids. We had a newborn and a toddler at the time, and she has lots of newborn experience which put us at ease. She is responsible, reliable, energetic and always on time. She really...
Care member
4.7
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over eight years of experience as a dedicated caregiver, It is my mission to provide compassionate, high quality care to individuals in need. Whether assisting the elderly, children, adults with special needs or adults with disabilities, I am committed to enriching the lives of my clients with kindness and patience....
Raquel can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Raquel is amazing. She came into our lives at the right time. She has so much patience, compassion and love for her clients. It really takes a very special person to be able to take care of older people.
My father is 92 years old. He is grumpy and stubborn. Raquel...
Care member
Virginia H.
Anaheim, CA
$20-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a caregiver with 20 years of experience, I've had the privilege of watching children blossom under my care. My passion for fostering their growth and development, coupled with my formal education in early childhood development and experience with special needs children, has equipped me to handle any situation with ease.
I...
Virginia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired her to babysitting our 9 month old and he loved her! She has a kind and warm approach. She was able to keep up with him since he is a very active little infant :) We will definitely keep her in mind for the future. "
Tara M.
Taryn E.
Anaheim, CA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids of many different ages as a babysitter, coach , including a 5-month-old and kids with special needs. I love kids and helping out. I love doing art activities or just singing to Disney movies. I am also certified in CPR and first aid and have a special education degree. Please consider me to help you and...
Taryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Taryn was perfect! Very responsive, was great with our son, proactively communicated, and was so nice. We would definitely work with her again!"
Jordan P.
Diana A.
Downey, CA
$26-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! 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 for...
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I mer Diana back in 2020. She was my sons teacher and my son loves her. He’s very picky when it comes to people. Here we are 4 years later and my son still gets excited when ever she baby sits him. Don’t miss out on Diana. Your kids will be well taken care of !!"
Care member
Jennifer R.
Lakewood, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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...
5.0
(1)
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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Recent special needs caregiver 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.
Michaela C.
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 of the our booking she reached out...
- Jasmine C.
Espie R.
5.0
Espíe is the ultimate professional. Always on time, reliable, compassionate, and skilled in dealing with dementia issues. A godsend for our family.
- Elaine L.
Jennifer R.
5.0
Jenna is an amazing and dedicated caregiver. Gave us daily updates and got along so well with my senior mother in law, who can be a challenge ! Jenna has also watched my baby and has been so attentive and engaged with her. 10 out of 10 would recommend, she is terrific and responsible and caring
- Care member
Oluwatosin A.
5.0
Oluwatosin, or Joy as we know her, is a beautiful, kind, smart, caring, reliable, honest, gentle, amazing person. She has been helping my Mom, an Alzheimer's patient, for 2 years. We met her through a friend and I trust her completely. Joy is very highly educated, well informed, a great problem...
- Care member
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