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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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Anna T.


Lomita, CA

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, Errand Runner, Etc.

5.0

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Dawne F.


Long Beach, CA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic, Caring, Reliable, Creative, Positive, Diverse, Experienced Nanny, Babysitter, Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Dear Family, Look no further! I have 42 yrs exp as an energetic, positive, loving caregiver including: mother of 3 daughters, infant & child care, early childhood dev, preschool & special ed, health & nutrition, behavioral guidance, respite care for families w/ special needs or senior care, teaching with LBUSD, owner of a...
Dawne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Dawne has been an amazing nanny to our two girls! We have two 1 1/2 year old and she has no problem taking care of both of them. She is clearly very experienced and when we leave our girls with her we know that they will be safe and taken care of. Both of our...

Ekaterina T.

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Kristyn K.


Long Beach, CA

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Full-Time Nanny In Long Beach

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kristyn and I live in the Long Beach area. I'm looking for a full-time nanny position with a fun-loving family. I would describe myself as adventurous, intuitive, and empathetic. My interests include exercising, eating healthy, being in nature, singing, writing, and learning Spanish as a second language. I have...
Kristyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kristyn is responsible, a great care giver to her younger sisters. She has cared for our family dog while we were away on trips. I trust her completely. We love her like a daughter. I would absolutely recommend her for a child care-giving position."

Kathy P.

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Shirlene E.


Torrance, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

1:1

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My previous experience is working as a 1:1 Para Educator for the Transition to Independence program at Palos Verdes Peninsula USD and Torrance USD as a Health Clerk.
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Amanda O.


Torrance, CA

$30/hr • 15 yrs exp

Toddler Teacher Looking For Extra Work On The Weekends, Bilingual In Spanish

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As someone with 15 years of experience as a childcare provider, I'm passionate about fostering children's development. My calm, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children easily. I'm dedicated to open communication with parents and enforce household rules with ease. From outdoor games to educational...
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Amanda is awesome. I would recommend her to everyone."

Susan O.

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Elvira A.


Torrance, CA

$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! I have worked at an elementary school with a teacher who specializes with special needs children. I care for my special needs sister who is now 31 years old.
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Shemayla L.


Long Beach, CA

$22-23/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Shemayla. I'm Looking Forward To Working With Your Lovely Family.

I'm a childcare provider with seven years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow, and I believe that every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment to thrive. My experience in babysitting roles has shown me that I have a knack for connecting with children and...
Shemayla can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"She is loving caring and will get to the duties that are given "

Dior W.

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Erika L.


Torrance, CA

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Behavior Therapist

I have worked as a behavior therapist with children of all ages. Children with behavioral and developmental challenges require special care that I am equipped to provide. I am bright, caring and fun but firm when need be. I believe in positive reinforcement as primary means to motivate children. Learning through play and...
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Sonya H.


Wilmington, CA

$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a special education teacher who is taking a hiatus from teaching to raise my daughter. I have 9 years of experience working with children, including ABA experience. I've worked with a wide age range from 2-year-olds to 22-year-old young adults. Willing to work with typically developing children and people with disabilities....
5.0
"Sonya is an awesome caregiver to hire. She has excellent communication, asks important questions regarding the children who will be under her care, is dependable, takes her job pretty seriously, she is punctual for her appointments. I would definitely hire her...

Esther L.

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Catherine R.


Long Beach, CA

$23-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny

Hey there! I'm Cat and i've worked in childcare for 4-5 years now. I've had various Nanny positions for up to 3 kids, with ages across the board. My abilities include transportation to and from various activities, Light house work, Overnight stays, Meal prep, Bedtime routines and even care for your furry friends! Ive worked...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Catherine worked with our family for 5 months before she sadly left state. She took care of our 3 and 2 year old daughters while my husband and I worked during the week. I can't recommend her enough - she is fun loving and compassionate with children and ours just...

Linda M.

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Cara D.


Long Beach, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Educated, Professional Nanny.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Cara (they/them) and I'm a professional Nanny and aspiring artist. I love working with children and have been doing so for about 18 years. Currently I am looking for a family who is need of a Nanny for 2-4 days a week. At the moment I am transitioning from my last family but will be available Monday through...
Cara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

4.0
"We interviewed Cara over the phone and in person. Even though we decided to go with another candidate, Cara is a close second. She is very knowledgeable in child development and you can tell she is honest with many interview questions, instead of some who may...

Wendy L.

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Savannah C.


Torrance, CA

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Dedicated Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always been told I have a natural calling for caregiving, with keen motherly instincts, and who knows how to create a special bond with all the children in my care. I have experience working as a teachers assistant at a private in-home preschool facility where I specialized in developmental health for children with special...
Savannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Hard worker. Very reliable. Highly recommend. "

Jonathan B.

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Lisa S.


Torrance, CA

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Of All Ages

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I was a stay-at-home mother for 13 years raising my 3 children, one of which had special needs, extensive medical needs and global delays. I taught at a local preschool for 7 years. Upon leaving that school I worked as a nanny for a family of 4 children with 5-year-old twins, a 3-year-old and a 10 day old as well as and 2...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very friendly, outgoing, and excellent with our son :o)"

Trish S.

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Karina R.


Signal Hill, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Love Teach Children Utilizing Creativity Learning

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Karina R Karina R Hometown: Signal Hill, CA Education: Cerritos College, CSDH and Compton Community College where I had obtain my teacher Credential. Experience: I have 21 years of experience working with children of all ages in a childcare and private home setting. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have experience...
Karina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Es una persona muy calida con mi perro y se preocupa que el esta bien"

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Kendra D.


Long Beach, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kids Are Kids - They Just Learn Differently.

Hiiii! I have over 10 years experience working with kids and adults (2-30) with special needs - primarily autism and Down syndrome and ADHD. I have worked in private therapy centers using ABA as well as in schools and privately in clients homes. I have nannied toddlers with Autism and been a "coach" teaching my older clients how...
I would describe my personality as outgoing, energetic and diplomatic! I first started working with kids when I was in middle school, I was a volunteer for many different summer camps and organizations. I have had the privilege of working with special needs children of all ages, in both the classroom and the playground! One...
Shaela can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Desirea R.


Long Beach, CA

$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp

I have probably 20 friends with kids and I'm the the go to babysitter, my soon to be wife has an autistic daughter I care for, my step brother and sister growing up were special needs. I love getting my kiddo time in when I can
Desirea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Vanessa A.


Long Beach, CA

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Bilingual Cal State LB And Special Needs Aide Available For Afternoon/Early Evening

Hi! I am a credentialed Spanish teacher by trade, currently taking a break from teaching to stay home with my own 3 little ones who are 6 (boy), 4 (girl), and 15-month-old baby boy! I have worked with children of all ages for many years, as a nanny, then as an aide for children with special needs for 7 years, and finally, as a...
Vanessa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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De'ja L.


Carson, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm De'Ja I have been working within childcare for 8+ years now. As a nanny and paraprofessional. I have cared for children of all ages from newborns to 12 years of age and worked with over 40+ families around the Los Angeles area. I truly enjoy working with children and supporting them in their growth, education and...
De'ja can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Daniella V.


Carson, CA

$30/hr • 12 yrs exp

Former Special Education Teacher

As a former special education teacher, I can support kids with homework and tutoring. I specialize in working with students with learning disabilities and special needs. I also love to do fun activities like crafts, go to the park, etc. I can also help families with light chores around the house like dishes, sweeping/mopping,...
Daniella can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in San Pedro, CA

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.

Dawne F.

5.0

Dawne has been our date night babysitter for approximately four years. When we first hired Dawne, our kids' ages ranged from toddler to teenager. Our kids absolutely love Dawne and look forward to seeing her each time she babysits. She always arrives on time and is wonderful with all of our kids....

- Heidi W.

Kristyn K.

5.0

Kristyn is responsible, a great care giver to her younger sisters. She has cared for our family dog while we were away on trips. I trust her completely. We love her like a daughter. I would absolutely recommend her for a child care-giving position.

- Kathy P.

Amanda O.

4.0

It is with great satisfaction that I recommend Amanda O. as a babysitter. She has been working for us since August 2014. She watches my two children (ages 5 and 8) two - four times a week over the school year and summer breaks and it has been a pleasure to have her services at my home. Amanda...

- Monika W.

Shemayla L.

5.0

She is loving caring and will get to the duties that are given

- Dior W.

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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.