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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lawndale, CA

The average posted rate is $26/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Lawndale, CA

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Katwims E.


Lawndale, CA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a psychologist specializing in children, graduated in Venezuela. For the situation of my country I came looking for a better future. I'm the third of six sisters. I have years of experience starting with my younger sisters, and ending with my patients who have all been children. In Venezuela I work in a school with children...
Katwims can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We are so thankful we met Katwims! She was fantastic with my 2 year old daughter, who absolutely loved her! Katwims is incredibly patient, fun, and loving. She was punctual, responsive, and flexible. I would highly recommend Katwims for any childcare."

Holly J.

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Maritza V.


Lawndale, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Looking for Full Time or Part Time Jobs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience as a nanny. I love children and enjoy working with them and I am taking my responsibility very seriously. I assure you of my honesty and integrity. I am bilingual with fluency in English and Spanish languages. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I'm a foster mom too I work well with all personality...
Maritza can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maritza was the first full time caregiver that we hired for our first born daughter when she was three months old. After a thorough search and interview process we found her through Care.com. I appreciated Maritza's preparation and that she brought examples of her...

Jennifer G.

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Tiffany G.


Lawndale, CA

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been getting paid in the field of working with kids with special needs for the past two years but I have six years of experience from volunteering with nonprofits like Friendship Foundation. My brother is seven years younger than me and was diagnosed with ASD when he was five. Being involved in my brother's therapies made...
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Deborah E.


Lawndale, CA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver/Seniors Or Children

I have more than 10 years working with children with special needs. Los Angeles County office of Education
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Deveily E.


Lawndale, CA

$25-32/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced caregiver with a heart for children. Nanny for two families over five years, including special needs experience. CPR and Basic Life Support certified. As the oldest in my family, I've always had a nurturing instinct. Currently pursuing my studies while eagerly looking to bring joy and care into your home.
Deveily can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have worked with children in many different setting over the last 12 years. I've worked, in schools, volunteered in an outdoor setting and recently worked in the homes as an registered behavioral technician (RBT). I have worked with typical and special needs children and teenagers ranging from 2-17 years old. I have two...
Tiffany can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We highly recommend Tiffany! She is honest and kind and truly goes above and beyond. She provided care for our special needs son on two different days. She took him fun places and spent really quality time with him. She even brought puzzles and games to play with...

Jane B.

I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for children's growth. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing with children and helping them learn and grow. I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages but I am also a mom of 4 kids so I have very mush experience. I have a college degree and currently...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Vanesa P.


Lawndale, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Interactive And Attentive Sitter

I have over 10 years of experience. From infant to preteens. I have worked one on one with special needs children. As well as had a classroom of middle schoolers. We learned math, drumming, the arts and even put on play. I look forward to meet and connecting with you and your family.
Vanesa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I have experience working with students with special needs. I've worked in both preschool and elementary schools.
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Michael S.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-35/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver/manny/special Needs Caregiver/babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My experiences include being a 'nanny', assisting with basic chaperoning of children of employers I was a personal assistant for, being an art teacher for kids ranging from age 4 to 16, tutoring kids for ISEE and SAT/ACT, ranging in age from 5 to 18, being a caregiver for a young adult on the autism spectrum (special needs), and...
Michael can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Michael was so good for our family. We worked with him for 9 months and only stopped because our schedules changed. During his time with us he made sure to make his time with my son (4 year old) fun, educational and adventures. He taught him yoga, how to read...

Eric B.

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Anna T.


Lomita, CA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, Errand Runner, Etc.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have several babysitting and nanny references and have worked in a highly structured church child care for 2+ years. I have experience with multiples, special needs, CPR and high pressure situations. I do all of the grocery shopping, planning and cooking of meals for my family and also have house cleaning experience. I am a...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Anna is a GREAT household or personal assistant. She has a good attitude, takes directions easily and works independently. She is also punctual and a good communicator. My home has never been so organized!"

Katie H.

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Yasmin A.


Redondo Beach, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Yasmin And I Can't Wait To Be Your New Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Yasmin and I have more than 25 thousand hours worked with children. In Brazil I was a judo teacher for children aged 3-16 and I was also a babysitter for 3 children (1 special needs) Here in the USA I worked for 4 families in LA and now I'm currently working for 2 families one family with special needs and other family...
Yasmin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She is an excellent nanny, she took care of my babie very well"

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Latriss C.


Hawthorne, CA

$34/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there I'm a certified nurse assistant for 2yrs I also worked for junior blind with special needs kids I also work for lausd school district and Sharon care center which a Convalescent home as you can see I love helping people
5.0
"Latriss was very loving, caring & helpful she made my life easier "

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Andrea W.


Los Angeles, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Patient Provider That Loves What I Do

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

With a gentle hand and a caring heart, I love what I do. God has guided me as well as annointed my hands to care for people who need my services. For over 31 plus years I have been honored to have worked with various types of clients, Special Needs, Dementia/Alzhimers, Post Surgery, Tramatic Brain Injuries, Stroke, Parkinson,...
Andrea can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Andrea is very engaging with my mom and treats her like she's family. Most of all, she's very patient."

Sheila R.

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Ileana O.


Los Angeles, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver Or Home Care Or Companionship

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Ileana , I'm home health-aid, and I have CPR certification . I worked with different groups of people: from newborn, infant's, toddlers. Preschoolers, teens to special needs. I have the required experience and references. I love interacting and taking care of children and have worked with different age groups and...
Ileana can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Ileana was by far one of my best caregivers (I had many). She is versed in all aspects of health concerns. Dementia, heart, respiratory, etc. Knowledge of the health field is important, more importantly the care shown towards the client. She surpassed my...

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Precilla R.


Hawthorne, CA

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Heart Warming, Fun, Friendly, Reliable, Very Organized, Very Patient, Loves Cleaning

Hello there, my name is Precilla. I am currently 22 years old with two children of my own. A little about myself, I love to cook and bake. I'm in school with the major of child development and would love to go into culinary school in the future. I have been a babysitter for almost 3 years now and have had a great experience. My...
Precilla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Love how she carries herself as a person. She is very encouraging, enthusiastic, and engaging with my children! Definitely going to count on Precilla with my children! My kids love her!!"

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Crystiani S.


Redondo Beach, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dear Families, I'm from Brazil, 38yo. Caring for children has always been my passion! I hold a childhood education certification working as a teacher with little ones aged 0 to 5 years and with special needs. Since 2013, I've been nurturing and supporting families including a meaningful experience as program for teenage...
5.0
"Crys is kind, caring, responsive, responsible, and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their children!"

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Crystiani S.


Redondo Beach, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Dear Families, I'm from Brazil, 38yo. Caring for children has always been my passion! I hold a childhood education certification working as a teacher with little ones aged 0 to 5 years. Since 2013, I've been nurturing and supporting families including a meaningful experience as program for teenage twins one with special needs....
Crystiani can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Crystiani is a life saver! She helped us with our 6 week old as we prepared to move across the country. It was pretty chaotic because we were showing our house and packing up. She helped us all along the way and was so easy going. Plus, she's just so sweet. This is...

Sarah T.

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Dawn S.


Lomita, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Development Teacher With Social Education Background

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 28 years experience working for RBUSD as a substitute child development teacher and a special Ed Aide. I have worked with children of all ages and abilities and differing abilities including , Autism and Down Syndrome. I am the mother of 3 grown children two of which had learning disabilities. I have an associates degree...
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of working alongside Dawn S. She has been an outstanding mentor and leader throughout our time working together. Dawn is exceptionally determined and dependable, and always goes beyond what is expected of her. She has a very calming energy...

Devon C.

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Shervande D.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Shervande. I currently have 7 years of experience as a twins Nanny , and had my own local babysitting buisness in the Florida Area. I am a punctual and organized individual, but also a energetic and outgoing babysitter who loves to work with all different types of children, including those with special needs. I...
Shervande can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Shervande was punctual. She started engaging with our son as soon as soon as she arrived. At the end of the day, I asked my son if he liked his nanny he gave me thumbs up! I will definitely use Shervande when our nanny is not available!"

Yuliya M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lawndale, CA

Katwims E.

5.0

Katty was amazing with our kids! She watched our kids overnight when we were in a work trip…the kids just loved her and asked when we can leave and she can come back. She is responsible and responsive, accommodating and fun. A treasure!

- Care member

Maritza V.

5.0

The basics about Maritza are that she is reliable, trustworthy, kind and smart. The great things about Maritza are innumerable! I would hire her back in a heartbeat, but our schedule needs aren't compatible. She was a wonderful communicator, with adults and my kids, a toddler and a kindergartner at...

- Kelly B.

Tiffany G.

5.0

We highly recommend Tiffany! She is honest and kind and truly goes above and beyond. She provided care for our special needs son on two different days. She took him fun places and spent really quality time with him. She even brought puzzles and games to play with him at our place. She also cooked...

- Jane B.

Michael S.

5.0

Michael helped out my niece and nephew for the last week after school. My brother and sister inlaw needed last minute help with their kids and he did a great job looking after them. He picked them up from school, helped them finish their homework and made them dinner each night. He has been...

- Care member

Anna T.

5.0

Anna is a GREAT household or personal assistant. She has a good attitude, takes directions easily and works independently. She is also punctual and a good communicator. My home has never been so organized!

- Katie H.

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Ratings for Lawndale, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lawndale, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.