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383 special needs caregivers are listed in Los Angeles, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Los Angeles, CA
5.0
(4)
I have 10+ years experience working with children of all ages as well as children with special needs. I've nannied, taught as a lead teacher, and run a preschool food program.
I love providing care and support to children and families and find great reward in being part of their success!
I'm very comfortable with meal prep,...
Silver can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Silver cared for our daughter from 8 months old to 2 years old. As a small business owner, she made going back to work more bearable and less stressful on our family. She quickly bonded with our daughter and became part of our family too. Silver was with us through...
Care member
Thais S.
Los Angeles, CA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Thais I'm from Brazil. I took care of twins for 3 years, they were 8 months old. second experience the boy was 2 years old and the baby girl was 6 months old, for 2 years. third experience two girls they were 7 and 8 years old for 1 year. fourth experience 3 kids, the baby girl was 11 months old and I pick up the boys from...
Thais can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Thais is an all-star. We were fortunate to have her watch over our 1-month old for a day. She was communicative, punctual, and caring. We would have had no problem leaving her on her own for the day with our baby; that's how much skill in caring for babies she...
Dan L.
Lynn F.
Los Angeles, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15 plus years experience with caring for children ranging from newborns to teens. I have six years experience with multiples and four years experience with special needs children. I am a very structured and detail oriented individual. Family, togetherness, and children are my everything. Fun fact about me. I am in the...
Lynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lynn has been a great and helpful asset to our family. We highly recommend her. She is very communicative and reliable."
Ivory C.
Melanie K.
Los Angeles, CA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Part-time Nanny Or Last Minute Sitter Who Loves Kids And Pets!!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an active sitter that loves engaging children in activities that promote development and ensure a safe, warm, nurturing environment. I enjoy seeing the excitement in their faces when they discover something new or are genuinely having fun! I also love reading, singing, dancing, building fortresses, doing artwork, being...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Melanie is a kind, compassionate and caring person. I feel lucky to have her as a friend in my life."
Lauren E.
Alyssa W.
Los Angeles, CA
$49/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Alyssa and I am excitedly searching for a summer job babysitting. I am currently a Kindergarten teacher for a local school district and would love to put my expertise to use. Since I have summers off from my full time job, I am very flexible with hours and am happy to accommodate as needed. If a structured summer...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Alyssa has been a caregiver for my twins for the last 5 years. She is reliable and responsible but more than that she connected deeply with my kids. They adore her and look forward to seeing her each time she comes. I trust her implicitly and will continue to...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I prioritize in providing guidance and safety for all children. I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have done several years of volunteer work and have been babysitting for the past 11 years now. I have worked with children from the ages of 10mos-15 yo everyday as a Nanny and as a Counselor for the Boys and Girls Club of...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie was AMAZING!!! She was so wonderful with my kids, especially with my 4-year old daughter. Jackie was responsive to text, arrived on time, and sent an update while my husband and I were out to dinner. This was my first time hiring a sitter through Care.com,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
A trustworthy, caring and compassionate individual with a passion for education and childcare - I'm an experienced
nanny of children from 0 to 10 years of age, including children with special needs. The families I've nannied for will say I
bring lots of energy to my job with excellent engagement, that I maintain impeccable...
Brady can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Brady has been a great help to our family! We have a curious 18 month old girl who has some separation anxiety. Brady has been great, making her feel comfortable and calming her down so we are able to enjoy date nights out. He's also been available in a pinch when...
Samantha F.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I've been a nanny for 10+ years ranging from newborns to all aged teens. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology and am a behavioral therapist so have worked extensively with children and adults with special needs. I'm very active, love to have fun and also a certified kids yoga teacher!
Tara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tara was extremely caring and gentle with our 8 week old. She helped get him on a schedule early on, which is great, and was very in tune with his needs. Tara also helped out around the house with dishes, laundry and light cleaning. She also pitched in to help with...
Kiersten F.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Barbara. I love working with kids. I enjoy everything about them and I am comfortable with all part of spending time with them. I love reading, sports, painting and doing fun activities. I am capable of completing tasks and doing routine chores. I am 32 years old. I speak both English and Spanish and I'm certified...
Barbara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Barbara is amazing, she seamlessly became part of our family from the onset, and our 6mos old daughter absolutely loved her!!!!"
Zoey T.
5.0
(2)
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: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
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...
Care member
5.0
(5)
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: Dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Andrea is very professional in all of her services to my mother she has really become a part of our family that we need, trust and depend on"
Aubrey R.
Chloe R.
Los Angeles, CA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Have Extensive Experience Working With Children And Adults With Special Needs.
I have been around special needs most of my life. I was raised in a foster home whom catered to mostly special needs. At the age of 12 I volunteered at Sunnyside Convalescent Home. I stayed there for three years. When I moved to Los Angeles, I found a family with a special needs child.
I currently still provide services for...
Hi! I'm Savannah and I'm a current student at Grand Valley State studying psychology and child development! I've been learning and taking classes in mental health and many other special needs. Would love to continue my passion working with people/children who need extra assistance!
Hello! My name is Logan and I'm a recent graduate of Duke University with experience caring for children with special needs. I've worked as a residential camp counselor at Victory Junction, a summer camp for children with chronic illnesses, as well as a one-on-one behavioral and academic assistant for a first grader with Down...
Hello! My name is Hildy. I have been a caregiver for children of all ages for over 12 years and I am currently working at Duke Hospital. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to work closely with children with Autism and Down syndrome as well as children who are hospitalized. Several strengths acquired include:
- Attentive...
I have 25 years of experience.
I have plenty of references. I am a resource and a reliable, loving person to care for your loved one, animals and your home.
I also am great with the furs and am available for pet and house sitting.
My expectations are highest for myself therefore I take great pride in my work. When I show up...
I am a musician and I nanny part-time. I've always had a passion for spending time and helping children with special needs. I would love the opportunity to help families that require the extra help. I love the creativity that comes along with this job and the unique and beautiful experience of caring for a child with special...
Hi, I'm Caroline! I've had lots of experiences in many different fields including working as a Children's Social Worker for the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services. I also have worked at a group home for foster children and I currently work for a company that offers support for children and adults on the...
As a special needs caregiver for an individual with autism and bi-polar disorder, I take great satisfaction from being a source of support - both physically, as far as assistance with more sensitive manual tasks, as well as assisting with carrying items and caring for pet, and emotionally - and a friend to help interact with the...
Hi, I'm Jamie!
I've grown up with a twin brother that lives with cerebral palsy, epilepsy and is on the Autism spectrum. He is non-verbal so I have knowledge of sign-language and assistive technology devices. From personal experience, I know how important yet difficult it can be to find the best care for a loved one with a...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Los Angeles, CA
Silver G.
5.0
Silver cared for our daughter from 8 months old to 2 years old. As a small business owner, she made going back to work more bearable and less stressful on our family. She quickly bonded with our daughter and became part of our family too. Silver was with us through some of the hardest of times,...
- Care member
Thais S.
5.0
Thais is an all-star. We were fortunate to have her watch over our 1-month old for a day. She was communicative, punctual, and caring. We would have had no problem leaving her on her own for the day with our baby; that's how much skill in caring for babies she exuded. We hope to have the chance to...
- Dan L.
Lynn F.
5.0
Lynn has been a great and helpful asset to our family. We highly recommend her. She is very communicative and reliable.
- Ivory C.
Melanie K.
5.0
Melanie watched my 8 year old daughter when I needed a sitter at the last minute. Melanie arrived right on time, is very friendly, kept my house tidy (which can be a huge task with my active 8 year old) and my daughter loves her. Melanie is a joy to have as someone to watch my daughter. I feel...
- Kirsten R.
Alyssa W.
5.0
Alyssa is the sweetest and she became one of the family very quickly. She formed a bond with my kids right away. Alyssa was always on time & willing to do whatever I needed. One of the best sitters I’ve ever used!
- Care member
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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 383 listed special needs caregivers.