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

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

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Joyce T.


Anaheim, CA

$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp

Professional Child/Senior/Pet Care Provider

5.0

(3)

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I am a Licensed Vocational Nurse, an experienced nanny and a babysitter from infant to school age kids. I was a Behavior Technician for children with special needs. I am also a pet owner. I have plenty of experiences with other families as well for 3 years. I am a very caring person, safety is my number one priority, learning...
Joyce can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had her come by to watch our 6 month old and our 2 year old. She was easy to coordinate with. She is friendly, calm, and nice to kids!"

Colleen I.

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Taylor J.


Cypress, CA

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

An Experienced Babysitter With 4+ Years Of Experienced

My name is Taylor. I have extensive child care experience. While getting my BA in psychology I nannied for a family of 5 with 2 sets of twins as well as were many families date night/back up sitter. Once I relocated back to OC I began to provide respite care for families with children who have special needs. While doing that I...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Easy communication and did a great job caring for my infant son when I had a business function I couldn't miss. Would certainly hire again."

Dale T.

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Stephany R.


Whittier, CA

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm a preschool teacher looking for a new journey in my life. I love spending time with children, reading books and creating memorable activities. I'm patient, creative, fun and trustworthy. I'm looking to care for a child or two. I can create a routine and ensure your child has a great time while on my care. I like working...
Stephany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Stephany watched my two kiddos - ages 3 & 1. She was so warm, wonderful and engaging with them! They really enjoyed their time with her. Stephany is very professional, responsive and reliable. I'm so glad we found her and to be working with her. She's amazing -...

Alexa O.

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Jewelyn Amor B.


Buena Park, CA

$30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Senior care

3.0

(2)

I work mostly dementia, special needs, stroke, diabetes, cancer, with catheter, with g-tube, oxygen, etc.. I do cooking, housekeeping, laundry and etc. and also I can work hourly or live-in.
Jewelyn Amor can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She great caregiver for my folks, she cooked, she awesome"

Craig L.

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Jaquelin V.


Garden Grove, CA

$29/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun Productive And Lovable Sitter , Caregiving For Children And Seniors .

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Jaquelin I am a mother , I have always loved children therefore I have worked with children in charity events , my daughter's PTA at their elementary. I've also worked in the dental field with children . I've done some caregiving for special needs children that has brought me a lot of experience with autism and...
Jaquelin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Jaquelin is such a caring person and I have a great experience with her taking care of my 7 month old girl. She always tries her best to fit my schedule and super easy to communicate with. I would strongly recommend her to families with childcare needs. "

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Danae R.


Placentia, CA

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development, a minor in Spanish, and a Masters Degree in Counseling. For over four years, I worked behavioral play therapy (ABA) with children with autism. I am CPR certified and have been working with children of all ages for about 15 years. I also worked as a tutor for about 7...
Danae can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Danae is a doll! She has such a warm heart! I felt completely comfortable and trusting just from our interview. I look forward to her working with our family! My son just loved her!"

Lauren F.

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Lacey C.


Lakewood, CA

$23-41/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For All Ages And Circumstance

Throughout high school I worked with 5 to 7 children some with special needs and in 2007 I moved in with my grandmother and took care of her, meals, transportation, medical, and bathing. As a massage therapist I am also trained to treat pain associated with both physical and emotional needs. I am 35 now and have also gained...
Lacey can also help with: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification & more
5.0
"Lacey is very reliable. She is also patient, talented, and professional. I would recommend her in a heartbeat. "

Chris F.

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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 current preschool- kinder teacher and Spanish teacher, homeschool educator and a mama...
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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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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Emily E.


Whittier, CA

$18-28/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Emily and I'm 21 years old. I am a certified EMT so I have all my First Aid/CPR/AED certifications. I recently had a baby girl named Skyla so now I have a bunch of new experiences that benefit my nanny jobs. I used to be a lifeguard at Great Wolf Lodge so I can recognize potential hazards for your child(ren) in and...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Emily watched my child today. She was on time, which is way harder to find on this website than it should be. My son loved her. And she cooked us a great meal."

Tamara C.

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Elizavette C.


Downey, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Behavior Interventionist

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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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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Hanna A.


Brea, CA

$25-33/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am a caregiver and have worked with elderly, special needs, and many young children. I am currently in school and would like to be a nurse. I am always open to helping anyone in need
Hanna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Mar S.


Artesia, CA

$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hard Worker And Honest

Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients.
Mar can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

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Jewelyn Amor B.


Buena Park, CA

$21-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! I work before in a facility with kids and adults with special needs. I love taking care of them.
Jewelyn Amor can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Frances D.


Downey, CA

$20-45/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello ! My name is Frances I am a college student currently looking a side job . I love kids and I'm looking to expand my experience in childcare as of now I also help take care of my special needs brother so I am also gaining experience with children of special needs . I'm available the weekends and I am very reliable and ready...
Frances can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Addhalyn D.


Garden Grove, CA

$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I was previously a medical assistant, now a nanny, that loves to work with kids. I have a basic life support certificate and can get CPR certified if required. I love pets as I do have 2 cats of my own. I am super outgoing and kind. I can do basic cleaning, cooking, and household chores. I have cared for kids as young as 6MO and...
Addhalyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Betty M.


Garden Grove, CA

$20-28/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a fun, reliable and very patient person. I am currently a full-time student at Chapman University, and am pursuing my credential and master's degree in MM Special Education. I have experience working with and supporting children with special needs. I am a future teacher, and teaching is my passion! I so look forward to...
Betty can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Theresa M.


Anaheim, CA

$17/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have had experience with both babies and toddlers. I have taken care of my brothers all of their lives, and also have experience with special needs children.
Theresa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in La Mirada, CA

Joyce T.

5.0

Even though I gave up Joyce because I hired a 24×7 full-time nanny, I still have to thank her for her timely reply, caring, and very sweet.

- Tina C.

Taylor J.

5.0

Easy communication and did a great job caring for my infant son when I had a business function I couldn't miss. Would certainly hire again.

- Dale T.

Stephany R.

5.0

Stephany is very reliable and amazing with kids. Having a teaching background she really knows how to engage children. My daughter loves Stephany!

- Care member

Jewelyn Amor B.

5.0

She great caregiver for my folks, she cooked, she awesome

- Craig L.

Jaquelin V.

5.0

Jacqueline is very caring and sweet. She took a great care for our baby. She was understanding to the unique needs of our baby and cared for her the way we wanted. She was always on time and a great communicator. We highly recommend her for any child care need..

- Care member

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