Find Trusted Special Needs Child Care Near Me in Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

Hi! I'm nurturing, responsible, and creative. I've helped care for my younger brother, who has Down syndrome, since he was a baby, so I'm very familiar with patience, adapting to unique needs, and building trust with children. I love working with kids because their energy is contagious, and I enjoy helping them learn, feel safe,...

Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Samantha F.

San Pedro, CA

$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

I Love Painting, Long Walks, And Animals.

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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.

Angella G.

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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...

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"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.

Dawn S.

Lomita, CA

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Development Teacher With Social Education Background

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 28 years experience working for RBUSD as a substitute child development teacher and a special Ed Aide. I have worked with children of all ages and abilities and differing abilities including , Autism and Down Syndrome. I am the mother of 3 grown children two of which had learning disabilities. I have an associates degree...

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"I have had the pleasure of working alongside Dawn S. She has been an outstanding mentor and leader throughout our time working together. Dawn is exceptionally determined and dependable, and always goes beyond what is expected of her. She has a very calming energy...

Devon C.

Crystiani S.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

5.0

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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...

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

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Erika L.

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Behavior Therapist

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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...

Robinna B.

$40-45/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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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.

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"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.

Crystiani S.

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

5.0

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Hired by 15 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. Since 2013, I've been nurturing and supporting families including a meaningful experience as program for teenage twins one with special needs....

Crystiani can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0

"Crystiani is a life saver! She helped us with our 6 week old as we prepared to move across the country. It was pretty chaotic because we were showing our house and packing up. She helped us all along the way and was so easy going. Plus, she's just so sweet. This is...

Sarah T.

Sonya H.

Wilmington, CA

$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

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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....

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"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.

Tiara B.

Long Beach, CA

$22-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello! I Can Help (: Special needs

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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...

Elvira A.

$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

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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.

Michaela H.

$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...

Michele H.

Manhattan Beach, CA

$40-50/hr

Experienced Special Needs Sister

I am a strong, yet calm and warm, individual. I am the older sibling to an autistic brother. He is a client of Harbor Regional Center. I attend community events with my brother to support him, as well as, to encourage conversation with other people. I also plan activities for us to do at home when he is overstimulated. I am...

Mitchelle D.

$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.

Dave O.

$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...

Jennifer D.

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a reliable, caring, and loving person. I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs.

Setsuko H.

Lomita, CA

$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi there, My name is Setsuko . I am interested in being a nanny for your beloved child. I'm a 35 years old female and I'm originally from Japan and I have been in the USA since 2011. I have a 3 years of nanny experience. I have been teaching music (piano, voice, songwriting ) for kid for3 years. I also have had working with...

Elvira P.

$19-47/hr

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I have experience with people with special cares, and I will love to care for you lovers. I'm ready to start soon as possible.

Lydia G.

Manhattan Beach, CA

$30-40/hr

With a strong foundation in patience, nurturing, and adaptability, I bring a compassionate approach to caregiving. As a parent who has successfully raised four adults, I understand the importance of providing individualized support, encouragement, and structure. Though I do not have direct experience in special needs care, I am...

Willaysia D.

Hawthorne, CA

$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp