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Find special needs caregivers in San Pedro, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in San Pedro, CA

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in San Pedro, CA

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Heidi N.


San Pedro, CA

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

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I have experience with children and young adults with Down syndrome. I have patience and compassion. I have experience teaching basic living skills and speech. Also, I have experience volunteering with special needs children and young adults.
5.0
"Friendly and always there to help!"

Sonja B.

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Samantha F.


San Pedro, CA

$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

I Love Painting, Long Walks, And Animals.

Passionate and experienced special needs caregiver with 2 years (paid) experience working with children and adults who have a variety of special needs, including autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. I am currently a career nanny who would like to provide care to children with special needs.
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Martine M.


San Pedro, CA

$17-22/hr

Child care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of 4 children and one of my daughter had an handicap at 2 years old and I learned how to take care of her and succeeded. I'm now a grand-mother of 4 and my grand-daughter of 3 years old loves to say: grandma is strong because I can take care of her, feed her, teach her, play with her and exercise with her. I can...
Martine can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We have been blessed to have Martine as a caregiver for my father, and it is without hesitation that I highly recommend her services to anyone seeking compassionate and comprehensive hands on care. Martine is a full service caregiver and much more. She is a rare...

Paul B.

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Brittany D.


San Pedro, CA

$35/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brittany, from San Pedro Ca. I have experience with infants to toddlers, to school age, preteens, teenagers all the above. I've worked for many daycare's, public schools, and much more! I have worked for Los Angeles Unified School District as a regular aid and an aid for children with special needs. , and I am...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

4.0
"Brittany seems like a very nice lady. "

Sonya O.

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Rosa G.


San Pedro, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello My name is Rosa I have 26 years of experience with especial needs kids or adults with turrets , Down syndrome , developmentally disorder , autism and also with the elderly with dementia, elzimers I'm a CNA MA CPR licenses are to date , I graduated from college with a AAA on behavior of science , I speak English and Spanish
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Nancy C.


San Pedro, CA

$35-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi my name is Nancy and I am 33 years old. I have 4 years experience working with special needs people. I am an easy going, patient and considerate person that treats everyone with respect. I'm great at executing tasks effectively. Very much a self starter who is keen on attention to detail. I am trustworthy, reliable and...
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Maria G.


San Pedro, CA

$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'd love to use my skills from my nursing background to care for others through this amazing online tool. I hope we can connect!
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Martine M.


San Pedro, CA

$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am skill Registered Nurse from Cameroon but not licensed in United State of America. I have experience experience working with special needs, Down syndrome, Autism, epilepsy. I'm loving, professional, patience, reliable, trustworthy, flexible and loving.
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Brittany G.


San Pedro, CA

$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hi my name is Brittany, I have had about a year experience in caring for clients that have had cerebral palsy to clients with schizophrenia and clients with different needs with ADLs and more. If you have any questions please feel free to ask me :)
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Christine S.


San Pedro, CA

$21-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

I've worked with special needs children through Torrance Unified School for 17 years. Additionally Ive done home respite care for the last 8 yrs. I am caring, patient, friendly, compassionate, and playful. I understand special needs children and their families and strive to fulfill those needs.
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Deeanna C.


San Pedro, CA

$19-24/hr • 5 yrs exp

I am 33 years old , I also have a son with autism spectrum disorder , I am hands on with kids with disabilities, I can help them with eating if needed , changing , mobility , companionship if needed , I am open to what you may need from me .
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Emily R.


San Pedro, CA

$31/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Dedicated To Nurturing Growth And Creating Supportive Environments

I'd describe my personality as nurturing, empathetic, and patient. I like caring for people with special needs because it provides a strong sense of purpose knowing that I can help children thrive despite the challenges they may face. I'm looking for a job that allows me to make a post I've impact on children's lives. I want...
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Rachel M.


San Pedro, CA

$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

About Me! :)

Hello! My name is Rachel, I'm 18 years old and I am a senior in high school. I've been babysitting for about 3 years consecutively, and have been watching my cousins long before that. Since I've watch my cousins regularly over the years, I am comfortable with any age group. I have experience with infants all the way to...
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Lauren H.


San Pedro, CA

$24/hr • 7 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

I am 22 years old and have 6+ years of nanny/babysitting experience. The experience includes newborns through teenagers. It also includes children with special needs, of all ages. I recently graduated with my Bachelors Degree in Psychology and am going to be starting my Masters degree shortly. I am moving to Menifee from...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Joanne F.


San Pedro, CA

$25-31/hr • 20 yrs exp

As a nurturing caregiver with 20 years of experience, I am passionate about positively impacting children's lives. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to connect with young minds. Patience and calmness are my virtues, enabling me to navigate challenging situations with...
Joanne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Rylee B.


San Pedro, CA

$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a professional nanny for over 3 years and have worked primarily with infants - toddlers. I have over 6 years of child care experience. While nannying, I have also been a pre school teacher and have ran infant and toddler classes that have a Montessori way of teaching. I am looking for a kind and loving family. I...
Rylee can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nechama R.


San Pedro, CA

$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun nanny, Passionate About Providing The Utmost Nurturing Care For Children.

Hi, I'm 23 years old from Australia. I moved to the United States a year ago and spent the last year working as a live-in nanny. While I have greatly valued the time I spent as a live-in, it's time for me to move on. I recently moved into my own place and looking for more nanny roles to support myself with intent to go back to...
Nechama can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nancy C.


San Pedro, CA

$33-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am a 33-year-old female. I have experience in elderly care, nannying, caregiving, companionship, housekeeping and pet sitting/walking. I am an easy going, patient and considerate person that treats everyone with respect. I have 3 years of nanny experience, 2 years of elderly care and 2 years (and counting) of caregiving for a...
Nancy can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Deeanna C.


San Pedro, CA

$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am 33-year-old , and here are a few things I can do with children , I have 13 years experience with child care . Direct activities for infants, toddlers and school-age children Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks Change diapers, bathe, feed and monitor play Sanitize indoor toys and outdoor play...
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Nancy C.


San Pedro, CA

$35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caregiving

I have 4 years of caregiving and companion experience. I have worked with elderly clients, special needs clients and disabled clients. I'd describe my personality as easy going, dependable and considerate. I like caring for others because I believe they deserve someone who will pay attention to the smallest detail, be patient...
Nancy can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Pedro, CA

Heidi N.

5.0

Friendly and always there to help!

- Sonja B.

Martine M.

5.0

We have been blessed to have Martine as a caregiver for my father, and it is without hesitation that I highly recommend her services to anyone seeking compassionate and comprehensive hands on care. Martine is a full service caregiver and much more. She is a rare gem, she will not only be an asset to...

- Paul B.

Brittany D.

4.0

Brittany seems like a very nice lady.

- Sonya O.

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

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in San Pedro, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.