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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wilmington, CA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Wilmington, CA

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Angella G.


Redondo Beach, CA

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Angella I was born and raised in the South Bay I moved to Arizona in 1996 and moved back a couple years ago. I have been taking care and watching special needs children/adults for over 15 years. I also was a preschool teacher for 20 years. I've done habilitation respite care and assistant living care with young...
5.0
"Angella has a true gift with children. She can handle a roomful of active 2 yr olds or a tween with severe, non-verbal autism and intellectual disabilities. She also has experience with children with behavioral and mood disorders. Your children will love her and...

Nancy B.

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Madeline H.


Long Beach, CA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

*I am in San Diego now through the beginning of august only* Hello! My name is Madeline and I am psychology graduate with 5+ years working in the ABA/special needs community. I have experience with all age ranges and all skill levels, as well as all the patience and love in the world to make a lasting impression on your kiddo....
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maddie has been working with us for several months and caring for our 3 year old daughter. She quickly built trust and made a quick bond with our daughter, who is autistic. She is very patient, caring, and attentive to her needs and has also helped with her...

Joe F.

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Sam L.


Long Beach, CA

$20-22/hr • 8 yrs exp

Seeking A Family To Nanny For!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

***Currently only available for one day jobs/ date nights/ babysitting, etc. Send me a message for more information.*** Hello! My name is Sam, thank you for visiting my profile! I've been caring for children for the majority of my life, I absolutely love their energy and the wonderful things they teach us. I come from a big...
Sam can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Sam is absolutely wonderful! She cared for my adult special needs son for a few hours each week or so for the past year until she moved. I am heartbroken to lose her! She is very fun, compassionate, understanding, caring, and intuitive. She is also very reliable. "

Shannon F.

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Crystiani S.


Redondo Beach, CA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dear Families, I'm from Brazil, 38yo. Caring for children has always been my passion! I hold a childhood education certification working as a teacher with little ones aged 0 to 5 years and with special needs. Since 2013, I've been nurturing and supporting families including a meaningful experience as program for teenage...
5.0
"Crys is kind, caring, responsive, responsible, and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their children!"

Care member

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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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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Karina R.


Signal Hill, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Love Teach Children Utilizing Creativity Learning

3.9

(14)

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Thank you so, so much for your incredible generosity and exceptional care you’ve shown to my child. You are absolutely wonderful, and we deeply appreciate the hard work, kindness, and patience. I feel truly blessed to have the amazing opportunity to continue to...

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Lacey C.


Lakewood, CA

$23-41/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For All Ages And Circumstance

Throughout high school I worked with 5 to 7 children some with special needs and in 2007 I moved in with my grandmother and took care of her, meals, transportation, medical, and bathing. As a massage therapist I am also trained to treat pain associated with both physical and emotional needs. I am 35 now and have also gained...
Lacey can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services & more
5.0
"Lacey is a knowledgeable and compassionate care giver. She is equally effective whether the client is young or old. I would trust her with my granddaughters or an elderly relative "

Lorna M.

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Karina R.


Signal Hill, CA

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Education Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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 caring for...
5.0
"Karina is responsible, punctual, caring and always willing to adapt to any situation. She is a natural caretaker w/so many loving and attentive service. She has plenty of experience w/special needs kids and was always there w/patience, concern and teaching ways to...

Care member

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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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Angella G.


Redondo Beach, CA

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Angella. I was born and raised in the South Bay. I moved to Arizona in 1996 and moved back a couple years ago. I have been a caregiver for the past 25+ years. I've worked 15+ years with special needs children/adults I also have worked 25+ years in child care and 5 years with elderly care. I've created safe and...
Angella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Angella is amazing with my 3yo daughter and 5yo son. She's flexible with last minute changes and very accommodating. She's an amazing babysitter!"

Christina Y.

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Maritza V.


Lawndale, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking for Full Time or Part Time Jobs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience as a nanny. I love children and enjoy working with them and I am taking my responsibility very seriously. I assure you of my honesty and integrity. I am bilingual with fluency in English and Spanish languages. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I'm a foster mom too I work well with all personality...
Maritza can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"The basics about Maritza are that she is reliable, trustworthy, kind and smart. The great things about Maritza are innumerable! I would hire her back in a heartbeat, but our schedule needs aren't compatible. She was a wonderful communicator, with adults and my...

Kelly B.

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Ashley J.


Long Beach, CA

$35/hr • 9 yrs exp

Fun, Responsible Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Ashley: * CPR/ First Aid Certified * Bilingual (English and Spanish) * 9 Years of Experience of (Special needs, infants, toddlers, teens) * Own Transportation (Clean Record) * Non-Smoker / Non-Drinker * Clean Background Record Available Services: * Meal Preparation * Pick Ups / Drop Offs * Pet Care * Housekeeping * Laundry *...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ashley is a very resourceful and caring person. She made an impact on our household and was always thinking of ways to improve the process. She handled transportation, child care and various errands flawlessly with a good attitude. I recommend her to anyone."

Fran M.

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Jennifer R.


Lakewood, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fully Vaccinated Caregiver

Hello, I'm Jenna, a caring and experienced caregiver with over 10 years in the field. I've worked with In-Home Support Services through the state and privately, specializing in special needs and senior care since I was 16. My journey began by caring for my father, who is blind and has mobility issues. Since then, I've gained...
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

5.0
"Jenna is an amazing and dedicated caregiver. Gave us daily updates and got along so well with my senior mother in law, who can be a challenge ! Jenna has also watched my baby and has been so attentive and engaged with her. 10 out of 10 would recommend, she is...

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Robinna B.


Redondo Beach, CA

$40-45/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Before being an Early Intervention Teacher at Pediatric Therapy Network, my mother worked with children and adults with special needs for over 20 years. Working with children has shown me the significance and beauty in helping people become independent and active members in society.
5.0
"Robinna has been the best babysitter we've had for our special needs son. Not only did she take the time to get to know our son. She constantly interacts with him the whole time she spends time with him. My son was delayed in speech and she saw the progress he...

Elinor R.

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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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Josefina F.


Long Beach, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love love Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had a son with special needs for 10 years and now I m available to help other Mothers with extensively care that our special Babies need.I had experience with Cerebral Palsy. I know how to use Suction Machine, Asthma machine and gastronomy tube or G-tube. I am also a CPR certified.
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Tiara B.


Long Beach, CA

$22-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello! I Can Help (: Special needs

Hello! My name is Tiara and I am 24years old! I am a Fun, creative and down to earth person. I love to laugh and make people smile (: I have 8years of experience babysitting and nannying. I am a non-smoker, I have reliable transportation with a clean driving record and background check. I am also good with all kinds of pets! I...
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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, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

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Genevieve E.


Redondo Beach, CA

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver / Home Health Aide (Pediatric & Special Needs Experience)

Provide in-home care for children and adults with medical needs and disabilities. Assist with feeding, mobility support, and medication reminders Create structured routines to support independence and comfort. Work closely with families to ensure individualized, compassionate care.
Genevieve can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, home modification & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Oyuki Z.


Gardena, CA

$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Nany / Respite Work

I currently work with a company where I do respite work and I do work with children, as well as my own experience with family and family as well special needs and no special
Oyuki can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wilmington, CA

Angella G.

5.0

Angella has a true gift with children. She can handle a roomful of active 2 yr olds or a tween with severe, non-verbal autism and intellectual disabilities. She also has experience with children with behavioral and mood disorders. Your children will love her and you will have peace of mind...

- Nancy B.

Madeline H.

5.0

Maddie has been working with us for several months and caring for our 3 year old daughter. She quickly built trust and made a quick bond with our daughter, who is autistic. She is very patient, caring, and attentive to her needs and has also helped with her development. Maddie has been very...

- Joe F.

Sam L.

5.0

Sam is absolutely wonderful! She cared for my adult special needs son for a few hours each week or so for the past year until she moved. I am heartbroken to lose her! She is very fun, compassionate, understanding, caring, and intuitive. She is also very reliable.

- Shannon F.

Crystiani S.

5.0

Crys is kind, caring, responsive, responsible, and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their children!

- Care member

Savannah C.

5.0

Hard worker. Very reliable. Highly recommend.

- Jonathan B.

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