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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Torrance, CA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Torrance, CA

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Michaela H.


Torrance, CA

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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Motivating others to accomplish their goals while providing an applicable learning environment has always been a passion of mine. I have desire to serve clients with varying disabilities as I believe it is important to not only promote inclusion, but focus on the "able" in disability. I have had 3 years of experience serving as...
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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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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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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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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Savannah is a very responsible young woman. She is detail oriented and has a great work ethic. The kids love her and she has a great relationship with them. If she were still in our area, we would love to have her work with us again."

Christina R.

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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

Susan O.

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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

Trish S.

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Dave O.


Torrance, CA

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

My work experiences are as follows: From 2000 to present I work as a behavioral therapist for a private company. I help my client in school setting with social skills and peer to peer interaction. I shadow my student every day at class during school hours. Also I have experience working with children's and adult in home...
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Jessica C.


Torrance, CA

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Bubbly And Positive Sitter

Are you looking for a bubbly individual? My name is Jessica and I have been working with children ages 2-adolescence, mainly children with exceptionalities such as Autism, Down Syndrome, etc. With my passion and love for guiding children to gain independence I could be of assistance to your family! If you have any questions feel...
I have been working with special needs for up to five years. It all started with teaching swim with my first spectrum student, this sparked a passion that led me to career Im special needs with the school district. I make sure to meet them on their level and provide a fun and loving environment where they can express themselves...
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Irene K.


Torrance, CA

$35/hr • 3 yrs exp

My Name Is Irene Am 47 Years Old 5"6 Am Strong And Heavy I Weigh 220lb Am From Kenya

I'd describe my personality as compassionate empathy and humor I like caring for people with special needs because I like providing them with companionship and emotional support in their daily living which include dressing , bathing glooming and feeding them I'm looking for a job that makes positive difference where I will...
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Uchechi U.


Torrance, CA

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Uche and I'm a 28-year-old Stanford University graduate who was a teacher at the Bing Nursery for children in Palo Alto, California for 4 years as well as a teacher at Montessori schools. I worked with kids from ages 3 to 7 creating their curricula, focusing their mindset and overseeing snack time, recess and a...
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Maria R.


Torrance, CA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caretaker

Special Needs Friendly, Caring, helpful Caretaker!! I enjoy helping others.. I have 10yrs of experience, reference and resume upon request.
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Uba U.


Torrance, CA

$35-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

During my sophomore year of university I became a short time personal Caregiver for someone who was diagnosed with Muscular atrophy in their teens. I attended to all his needs in starting the day outside food prep and handling of fecal matter. I aided in everything from getting him out of his bed to bathing, feeding, clothing...
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Eric H.


Torrance, CA

$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

I have experience taking care of special needs and mobility challenges individuals. I provide physical and emotional support to individuals who need assistance due to age, illness, disability , or other conditions.
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Kelly H.


Torrance, CA

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs kids in the home and also at a speech care center. I love working with special kids, they give me so much joy and have taught me so much about myself. At the speech center, I would assist the speech teacher with speech and also getting the kids to interact. When I worked with them at home, I...
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Roxana T.


Torrance, CA

$25-34/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi, Hello, my name is Roxana. I have experience working as a personal assistant , doctor's appointments, light house cleaning, groceries, online shopping, bank and I am looking for an opportunity to assist you in your day challenges. I am honest, responsible and flexible. I can provide references.
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Mitchelle D.


Torrance, CA

$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello family! I currently work in ABA(apply behavioral analysis) which I have 3 years under my belt. I have over 10 years of experience with children in the classroom setting, daycare and home setting. I have experience working with individuals that are on the autism spectrum, ADHD, ADD and bi polar.
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Aisha A.


Torrance, CA

$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care For You

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 12yrs of experience of special needs.
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Francine U.


Torrance, CA

$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

Personal Attendant/ Aid / Behavioralist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I want to improve the quality of learning and life for people with different abilities. Experience: 6 yrs ABA therapist for children/ young adults with special needs. Worked in several schools/homes providing assistance with emotional, cognitive, behavioral and physical challenges as well as teaching art and leading life skill...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Torrance, CA

Savannah C.

5.0

Hard worker. Very reliable. Highly recommend.

- Jonathan B.

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.

Lisa S.

5.0

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

- Trish S.

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Torrance, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.