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Heidi N.

Part-Time Caregiver

San Pedro, CA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
1 year experience
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.

Sonja B. says "Friendly and always there to help!"

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Available To Provide For Your Special Needs!

San Pedro, CA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
My own experience providing special needs care is limited to two years spent monitoring a pair of young brothers, both diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. It was a challenging and rewarding time for which I am most grateful. As the child of two psych nurses I grew up around a population of oft-ignored individuals:...
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San Pedro, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello. I am a 28-year-old behavior technician who majored in psychology. I love working with kids and I have a lot of experience working with children. I am fun, loving, and responsible. My schedule is very flexible and I am very reliable. I enjoy playing outside, arts and crafts, reading and creative play. I am also very...
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San Pedro, CA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
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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Hello My Name Is Merlinda

San Pedro, CA

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$25/hr
My passion is to assist people and touch familys in need of services self care emotional support wellbeing I read and write english clearly. Cooking grooming bathing special assistance bed transferring daily exercise support house cleaning. And I love challenges. I love to hike a d play ball work out meditate I'm vary crafty and...
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Caregiver

San Pedro, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
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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Experienced Nanny Dedicated To Nurturing Growth And Creating Supportive Environments

San Pedro, CA

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$31/hr
2 years experience
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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Care Provider

San Pedro, CA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Taylor, I have been a certified care provider with the state of California for over 15 years. I have worked with all ages baby's- seniors. I have worked with agencies and private care as well. A little about myself, I am a mother to two beautiful girls 13 years old and 10 months old, I love animals, hiking,...
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San Pedro, CA

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$24/hr
Experience in supporting children with autism and ADHD by providing attentive care, assisting with homework, encouraging reading and creative activities, maintaining clean and organized spaces, and promoting active outdoor play.
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Trained In Applied Behavioral Analysis, DTT And Much More! Patient, Kind, Loving And Super FUN!

Long Beach, CA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Comprehensive behavior assessment and functional analysis for those with challenging behaviors (when applicable). Positive future plan that emphasizes community presence and participation, developing and maintaining relationship, personal choice and preferences and finally community respect and personal communication. Systematic...
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Hello! I Can Help (: Special needs

Long Beach, CA

5.0(0)
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$22/hr
7 years experience
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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Part-Time Caregiver, Babysitter, Nanny

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I worked as a care provider for a 14-year-old boy with autism. I've been on the job since birth until diagnosed as a special needs child. I follow up ABA at home, bring him to speech therapy, follow up his IBT from school to home. I liked what I do because I love children. For me, they are angels, so innocent and so pure at...

Kavita L. says "I have hired Yolanda part time for my elderly parents. Yolanda is extremely conscientious, she always goes out of her way to help. She is a very...

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Child Development Teacher With Social Education Background

Lomita, CA

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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1:1

Torrance, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
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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Special Education Care Provider

Signal Hill, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Care Member says "Karina is responsible, punctual, caring and always willing to adapt to any situation. She is a natural caretaker w/so many loving and attentive...

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Reliable Child Care With Special Needs Experience

Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
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,...
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Torrance, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
I am currently working as a behavioral therapist for children with autism as well as studying to be a Special Education teacher at a university.
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Carson, CA

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$20/hr
Hi I just finished nursing school and I am looking for work. I have cared for children as well as seniors with care.
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Torrance, CA

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$32/hr
10 years experience
With 17 years of experience working in a preschool setting specializing in children with special needs, I bring patience, structure, and genuine care to every child I work with. I have extensive experience supporting children with developmental delays and behavioral needs, and I'm well-versed in ABA-based strategies to encourage...
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Family Is Important. Trust Is Very Valuable

Long Beach, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have a lot of experience in caregiving, taking care of children and keeping the house clean and organized. I consider my clients like my family.
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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.33/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 5.0

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in San Pedro, CA

Special Needs Child Care in San Pedro, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Heidi N.

Friendly and always there to help!

- Sonja B.

Yolanda P.

I have hired Yolanda part time for my elderly parents. Yolanda is extremely conscientious, she always goes out of her way to help. She is a...

- Kavita L.

Karina R.

Karina is responsible, punctual, caring and always willing to adapt to any situation. She is a natural caretaker w/so many loving and...

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