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Savannah S.

Santa Fe Springs, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm Savannah, a nursing student with five years of experience as a CNA and a strong background in home health care. I've worked with patients of all ages and have plenty of experience with babysitting and caring for children. I'm patient, reliable, and calm under pressure, and I genuinely love supporting families and making...
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CVID NEG- Certified Home Health Aide

Whittier, CA

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$15/hr
My experience in care taking has always been my passion. I believe in A+ care of children, adults, and seniors and have a passion for caring for others. I have had CPR/AED, CNA and most current Home Health Aide Certifications. With over 4 years of hands on experience I am more than qualified to care for your loved one.
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Whittier, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
I have worked with a special needs adult for the last two years, and with children/teens with Autism for about 6 years. With my adult clients, I have experience assisting with medication administration, house cleaning/organization, behavioral management, errand/grocery shopping, and food preparation.
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Norwalk, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
hello, I am 19 and a current student in Michigan. During the summer, I live in California so right now I'm currently looking for work in the Norwalk area. I'm comfortable with most pets. I love working with children. I'm very bubbly and patient. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, gentle and patient I like working with kids...
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Dylann G.'s Photo

Los Angeles, CA

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$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Caring for children has always been something that comes naturally to me. I've been babysitting and working with children for six years, caring for little ones from infants through pre-teens. I genuinely enjoy getting to know each child's personality, interests, and routine while creating a safe, happy, and comfortable...
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Carmen M.'s Photo

Pico Rivera, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi families! I currently work at an elementary school and have always had a heart for working with children. I've worked with infants through teenagers, including children with special needs. I'm studying speech-language pathology, so I'm especially passionate about helping children communicate, learn, and feel understood. As...
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Experienced Preschool Teacher With Training For Special Ed

La Mirada, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I've been a preschool teacher for over 4 years and I majored studying learning differences and disabilities. I've worked at public and private schools building my own curriculum and integrating daily activities.
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Compton, CA

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$20/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Jasmin. I am a nursing student and a mother to an 11-month-old. I have seven years of experience working with both special-needs children and elderly individuals. I am trilingual, speaking English and Spanish fluently, and I am currently learning Korean. I understand basic Korean and continue to improve, as it...
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Since joining the Long Beach Unified School District in 2019, my career has been defined by a deep commitment to student growth and educational equity. Beginning as a Special Education Paraeducator, I had the privilege of working across elementary and high school levels, supporting students with a wide spectrum of unique needs....
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Whittier, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi everyone, my name is Monet. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where the child can thrive. I typically follow the parents' lead and communicate according to the parents' preference. I have an associates degree in Psychology, and I am currently pursuing my BA is psychology. I have worked with...
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Rosemead, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I've been working with people who have disabilities at a young age. From feeding, toiletings and helping with transportation. Some I have considered to be my friends. I enjoy working with others and it's just amazing when people are able to accomplish goals given to them when others have doubted them. I enjoy working with...
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Hello!

Norwalk, CA

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$24/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
With over a decade of professional childcare experience, I bring calm energy, structure, and genuine warmth into every home I work in. I've cared for newborns (including overnight support), children with special needs, administered medication, worked as a tutor and nanny, and supported busy families with school pick-ups and...
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Bellflower, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Julia I'm 26. My previous occupation was working with kids who have autism and I would love to help. My older whom is on the spectrum lead me to working with others. I have personal experience and I can relate to some of your challenges. Helping kids and people in general brings me joy. I can offer company for...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$20/hr
Hi my name is Stephanie , I have my bachelors degree in human development and psychology. I have my AA in child and human development. I'll be completely honest I am new to caring for special needs but I am willing to learn and meet expectations that I am expected off. However I was a nanny for 4+ years so I know the basics of...
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Kinder Spirit

Los Angeles, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Jessica and I'm a professional and experiences healthcare provider. I been in the health field for 10 years and work with all ages. My experience is a mixture of working in facilities, hospitals and homes. I work with a wide range of different care cases. I enjoy my work and have a lot of wonderful quality. I'm...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm someone who truly enjoys working with children and creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for them. I currently work as a Pre-K and Kindergarten Teacher Assistant and have experience working with children with special needs. I love planning creative activities, doing arts and crafts, playing games, and...
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Bilingual. Responsible. Passionate About My Work. Self Driven

Los Angeles, CA

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$50/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
For over 10 years, I have dedicated myself to providing nurturing and dependable childcare for families. I am passionate about supporting parents by offering a safe and enriching environment for their children. My approach is patient and calm, and I love incorporating creative activities into each day. I provide regular updates...
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CSULB College Student, Assistant Teacher

Norwalk, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a motivated student constantly seeking reputable opportunities to personally advance through professional challenges by achieving common goals. I have experience and expertise in taking care of, educating and working in crisis situations with children. I am an older sister to 4 siblings and a special needs Assistant Teacher...
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Cerritos, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
- 3 years experience : Full time / Part Time Nanny - 5 years experience : Counselor Assistant (CA) for church summer camps - 3 years experience: Counselor Leader for church summer camps - 2 years experience: Teacher Assistant in classroom for 1st- 6th graders - 2 years : Day Care Assistant teacher for preschool- 6th graders...
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Nurturing And Kind

Compton, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have not done any baby sitting but I have worked with children for 5+ years in evironments such as home, school, community centers and offices. I worked with general and special needs children providing behavioral support. My background includes relevant Early Child Development coursework and current CPR Training. I am happy...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of August 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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