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Find special needs caregivers in Los Angeles, CA that you’ll love

384 special needs caregivers are listed in Los Angeles, CA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Los Angeles, CA

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Stephanie Y.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Creative Special Needs Teacher

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the past 12 years I have taught and assisted children with various special needs in classroom settings from elementary through high school. I have been employed for the last year caring for an 11-year-old girl with autism. This job is sadly coming to a close and I am looking for my next opportunity. I started as a teacher's...
5.0
"Stephanie was a respite worker for my son with special needs during the summer and school breaks for many years. He and his typically developing sister always looked forward to visits from Stephanie which allowed my husband and I to go out. Stephanie always focused...

Martha P.

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Ariel R.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-40/hr3 yrs exp

Patient, Tender Female Great With People Of Special Needs Of All Ages!

I've worked with Special Needs children through my church who has a group for Special Needs children; and I've also worked with them as a best friend of mine is a caretaker of a fellow with down syndrome and some mental retardation. Through the plethora of memories built with children in these two settings I have come to love as...
5.0
"Ariel is a brilliant young lady whose words line up with her actions. I have seen her grow so much over the last eight years that I'm am blown away. I am proud to know this young lady and can't wait to see her next accomplishments that await her."

Eric B.

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Yvette J.


Los Angeles, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving for All Special Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for a special young lady. I have respect for her life as is. I help with bathing, dressing, talking, laughing and some discipline.
5.0
"Yvette was fantastic! She was nice and friendly. She was on time to pick me up to take me to my surgery. She waited in the waiting room for me while I recovered. She got my prescriptions filled. She checked in on me daily to see how I was recovering and to see if I...

Jeff G.

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Elena F.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor/Nanny Looking For After School Care Opportunity!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Elena. I am a lifeguard, swim instructor, part-time babysitter, nanny and after-school caregiver. I have 20+ years of experience in childcare and 15+ years as a lifeguard. I am currently CPR/First Aid certified and working at the West Hollywood Aquatic Center. I am looking for an afternoon/evening...
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Teresija S.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Warm Supportive Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Due to the fact, that my first degree cousin suffers from severe disabilities, I have been introduced to people with severe disabilities early on in my life. I have always embraced her and have been always been drawn to work with people who are vulnerable. I have a warm and positive personality but am understanding the need for...
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June P.


Los Angeles, CA

$75/hr10 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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Liliana F.


Los Angeles, CA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Monday Thru Friday Caregiver/CNA/HHA Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified nursing assistant and home health aide as well as CPR/BLS and first aide certified. I am a patient, dependable, honest, quick thinking and calm individual. I have both personal and professional experience. My experience includes patients with stroke, dementia, Alzheimer's, ALS/Lou Gehrig's disease, hemiplegia,...
5.0
"You will be blessed if you are lucky enough to have Liliana as a caregiver for your loved one. She intuitively anticipates what help and support is needed, and goes the extra mile to do whatever is necessary to the improve health, relaxation, cleanliness, and well...

Stephanie S.

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Dandre J.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

I M A Very Adaptable, Concerned And Passionate Person. I Work Well With People Of All Ages

3.7

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I have worked as a supervisor at a daycare and managed daily activities. Including children with autism, and other disabilities. I've also taught gymnastics youth classes
5.0
"D'Andre was wonderful with our two sons and keeping them active and engaged. Would definitely hire him again."

Kelley A.

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Andrea W.


Los Angeles, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

ABOVE The Average

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Taking care of your loved one, is my passion. Over 28 plus years in the medical field licensed and many years of hands on experience, treating your loved one with the love, dignity and respect helping krep them as independent as possible. Every day's a different journey and I'm hear to assist every step of the way. I come with...
5.0
"Andrea is so kind and patient in taking care of my father-in-law. We are so grateful to have her."

Deondre W.

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Martha C.


Los Angeles, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for those with special needs. I've worked with patients in wheelchairs and also an amputee, who needed special types of equipment to assist with transfers. I also have experience working with G-Tubes, and having to change the bag every day, and clean the site flush tube when clogged. I also have...
5.0
"She was great! Patient & kind. We really enjoyed her help! Would highly recommend her."

Christina C.

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Lachinda B.


Los Angeles, CA

$17/hr6 yrs exp

There Is Beauty To See And Something To Learn From Each Individual You Brush Paths With...

I have over 25 years of experience caring for people of all ages, with all types of illness, disease and disorders. I am a mother to a 12-year-old autistic son. I have had experience throughout the years working in the nursing field caring for people with mental and physical challenges. I have also had a live-in adult young male...
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Egypt L.


Los Angeles, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Psychology Doctoral Student (Fully Vaccinated)

Currently offering social Saturdays for children on the Autism Spectrum, kids with special needs and emotional regulation disorders. Ages 6-12! Please message me for more information! Join Our social Saturdays! I provide a unique opportunity for children to socialize with their peers and the community! We work on academics,...
5.0
"Egypt has become my sons 'big brother' he is an extended part of our family. Although my son towers Egypt, Egypt has a strong presence that my son respects. He has been a pleasure to work with and we look forward to continuing to work together!"

Tammy M.

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Laura S.


Los Angeles, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience working with K-12 students. I've worked with students from different backgrounds and needs. These experiences have led me to pursue my career as a Special Education Teacher. Currently, I am working on obtaining my Special Education Teaching credentials. I am passionate to become an educator because I...
5.0
"We hired Laura as a nanny / caregiver for my Autistic child over the summer and she did a fantastic job! She was reliable, professional, and easy to work with. Laura has an amazingly calm personality which allows her to roll with a willful OCD child, without...

Benjamin F.

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Brittany H.


Los Angeles, CA

$17-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In the summer of 2016, I worked at a camp/rehabilitation that specializes in the care of children, adolescents, and adults with either psychical or mental disabilities. I worked with participants who have Autism, Cerebral Palsy, wheel-chair bound, Un-diagnosed Developmental Delays, MR, etc.
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Hebe V.


Los Angeles, CA

$17-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Have been an activity instructor and caretaker for clients with MS, Down's Syndrome, Asperger's, Autism, and advanced Dementia. References available upon request.
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Pamela C.


Los Angeles, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My experience comes with caring and assisting with my mother, who was diabetic and had complications with other organs failing, several months after a kidney transferred. Bathing and grooming, preparing meals, administering medication, transporting to dialysis and doctor appointments, maintaining her living space. Assisting...
5.0
"I've hired Pamela twice, and now she is my "go-to" woman. Pamela is a fantastic dynamo!! She is highly ethical, very smart, an extremely hard worker, and when she cleans something it is truly CLEAN!!! Pamela genuinely cares about doing the job the way I want it...

Lorna R.

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Ally W.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have almost 4 years experience working with kids with special needs, from working with one family for 2 years, short term side jobs with multiple families, volunteering with the Son Rise Program, and working in my old high school special education classroom! I'm current a UCSB student studying data science and mathematics...
3.0
"Ally is a friendly and energetic young adult who provided short-term care for my child. Unfortunately, she did not fulfill her obligations with us and stopped showing up for her shift."

Mechiel T.

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Yeimy P.


Los Angeles, CA

$22-23/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny For Newborns And Special Needs Babies

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi parents! I'm Yeimy, known as Cora to the little ones I care for. As a dedicated Nanny specializing in newborns and special needs babies, I bring a wealth of certified experience and strong references from satisfied families!. Currently, I am also pursuing studies to become a therapist focusing on postpartum depression. This...
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Cora was awesome in caring for my one-month-old! She came right on time and was very knowledgeable about how to care for my baby girl. She is very respectful, patient, and kind. I recommend hiring Cora for child care, she was just great!"

Catherine R.

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Elizabeth S.


Los Angeles, CA

$24-30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Bilingual, College Educated, Special Needs & Autism

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Liz and I'm an empathetic caregiver, A little bit about myself: I come from a large family, so taking care of people comes as second nature to me. I started working as a care giver and found a new passion of taking care of people. I'm also a mother to an adult daughter. My schedule is currently open
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Liz has helped my family for many years. She was originally hired by me in 2010 to help with my newborn son and his two-year-old brother. When my second child was 18 months old he was diagnosed with severe global developmental delays and autism. Liz help...

Daisy D.

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Nuriya L.


Los Angeles, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Amazing Westside Nanny - Infant/toddler/special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Families! I currently work full time as a nanny in Beverly Hills to two wonderful boys, 2. 5y & 6y, I have been with this family for 18 months and unfortunately, for me, some new career opportunities has the family packing up and moving across the country. I will be reluctantly saying goodbye to them soon and so am back on...
Nuriya can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Nuriya has incredible experience caring for and teaching children. Anyone would be lucky to hire such a professional!"

Reese N.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Los Angeles, CA

Stephanie Y.

5.0

Stephanie was a respite worker for my son with special needs during the summer and school breaks for many years. He and his typically developing sister always looked forward to visits from Stephanie which allowed my husband and I to go out. Stephanie always focused on making the time spent with our...

- Martha P.

Ariel R.

5.0

My son had a sudden stroke that left him with many difficulties. We hired Ariel as a live-in caregiver and acted as his voice in the world. She helped him set up appointments, went with him to all doctor's appointments, relaying pertinent info to the family, advocated for him to get the maximum...

- Anthony R.

Yvette J.

5.0

Yvette was fantastic! She was nice and friendly. She was on time to pick me up to take me to my surgery. She waited in the waiting room for me while I recovered. She got my prescriptions filled. She checked in on me daily to see how I was recovering and to see if I needed her to assist me with...

- Jeff G.

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,...

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Liliana F.

5.0

Gracie has really enjoyed Lily sitting with her because she's fun and engaging. It's not always simple to find activities to do with a special needs child but Lily is kind and understands Gracie. She does an excellent job caring for Gracie's physical needs, transitioning her from wheelchair to her...

- Nancy B.

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Los Angeles, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 175 reviews of the 384 listed special needs caregivers.