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402 special needs caregivers are listed in Los Angeles, CA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of January 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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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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Keylee C.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hello parents or guardians, I'm currently a special education teacher for grades 1st-5th grade. I have my credentials in moderate/severe special education. I have been teaching for three years now and have gained a lot of experience collaborating with so many professionals to support the needs for my students. Before...
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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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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

(3)

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
"He is very reliable, trustworthy and respectful. I would definitely hire him again and I do refer him out."

Nikia R.

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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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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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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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Brittany H.


Los Angeles, CA

$10-30/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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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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Hebe V.


Los Angeles, CA

$10-50/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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Michael S.


Los Angeles, CA

$27-35/hr6 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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Michael at the start of the last school year in the midst of the pandemic. He covered my son and another boy in our pod three days a week consistently and on time every day from August through early June. He was patient with the boys, caring, and...

Gabriel T.

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Martine P.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Nurse With Special Education Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny/nurse for over 25 years taking care of kids all Ages and also some with Special Needs I am French very detail oriented and do everything for the children including taking care of bath time to cooking their meals and washing their clothes Have any questions please call me. I have included my resume and...
Martine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Martine has cared for our son for close to two years, in that time she has become part of our family. We call her our son's third grandmother and we cannot imagine what we would have done without her, especially without her careful attention during this pandemic....

Mdaya M.

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Bri S.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic, & Compassionate Caregiver Specializing In Early Childhood & Cognitive Development

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Bri, and I'm actively pursuing a nanny position in the Los Angeles area. I currently work as a nanny in Burbank for a wonderful family, (one child on the Autism Spectrum) but sadly my time with them will be up soon. I'm originally from Minnesota, where I worked in ABA as a Behavioral Therapist. Before this, I worked...
Bri can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bri was extremely amazing and attentive to my daughter! She watched my girl while I were in Chicago and my daughter absolutely loved her. I highly recommend anyone who is considering to hire Bri! Thanks again"

Brianna M.

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Beatriz S.


Los Angeles, CA

$28/hr6 yrs exp

The Help You Need And More!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! my name is Beatriz, I have a Bachelor's degree in Education and Child development. I have experience with Montessori method and Special needs (TDAH and Down Syndrome). I worked as a teacher for 2 years with kids 3 years old to 12 years old. I have 5 years of nanny and babysitter experience with infants, toddlers and kids.
Beatriz can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Alyssa C.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Nanny With Years Of Experience

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alyssa and I have been working with families off of Care for more than 12 years. A little about me: I have a master's degree, ECE, elementary and special education teaching experience. My childcare background includes caring for multiples, newborns, toddlers, medical and special needs children. I've worked...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Alyssa as a date night babysitter for our two boys ages 8 and 4. She has been the only babysitter we have hired where both my boys ask for her to come back! From the start, she is friendly, thorough and flexible with my requests. We are very grateful to...

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Marcella F.


Los Angeles, CA

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am Marcella, I am 29 yo. My child care experience includes all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I am willing to do housekeeping that includes light housework, laundry, and meal preparation. Keeps children's living and play areas tidy. Help with homework...
Marcella can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We love Marcela. We've used her several times. She was an au pair for two years, so she really knows kids. She's dependable, and very sweet. Highly recommended."

Jason K.

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Alayna P.


Los Angeles, CA

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've loved working with kids for as long as I could remember and I share this passion with my mom who was a pre-school teacher. I'm looking for a job where I can really connect with the children and build a bond with them. I started working with kids officially when I was 12 years old and I've been working with kids ever since....
5.0
"She is good with a kids with varying abilities. Kids seem to take to her almost immediately. She is good with children of all ages. Very kind and patient young lady. She really enjoys working with the children and the children really love working with her."

Regina L.

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Ana M.


Los Angeles, CA

$35-57/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name it's Ana and I have more then 10years of experience working with children from the ages of infants to teens.... I am very flexible with hours I'm willing to work part time and full time... I do have also experience working with different cases of needs, including special need children, I am very open to also travel...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ana is amazing! She has helped take care if my little one for a while now. She has helped me with sleep training. My baby doesn't like just anyone, but he loves Ana. I was very particular about the person taking care of my baby because he has a lot of allergies....

Sandra M.

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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.

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.

Dandre J.

5.0

He is very reliable, trustworthy and respectful. I would definitely hire him again and I do refer him out.

- Nikia R.

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,...

- Care member

Andrea W.

5.0

Andrea W. is a kind, caring, responsible, outgoing, and exceptional caregiver. She is willing to go over and above and out of her way for all those she looks after. It was a pleasure to have her help me as my caregiver for the past ten months before I moved out of the state. She was punctual and...

- Lyza W.

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

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Los Angeles, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 134 reviews of the 402 listed special needs caregivers.