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Yvette V.

I Have Been A Caregiver For 19 Years. I Have Worked With Patient Ages 59 Years Old - 108 Years Old

Inglewood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
personal care
visiting nurse
visiting physician
+ 1 more
Yvette V Summary: I am Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients. Core Qualifications Certified...

Care Member says "Yvette is the most compassionate nurse/ caregiver I have ever known. I hired her to help me with my father he had pancreatic cancer. I was handling all...

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Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! Allow me to give you one less thing to think about! I'd describe my personality as patient and caring. It's always been a goal of mine to help others in any way I can. If you need childcare, pet care, or just an extra set of hands to help you get through a busy day let me know! I do great with special needs and can take...

Anita B. says "Cielo is and was absolutely an amazing caregiver for my autistic son. She went over and beyond for my son and for me. She is sweet, caring, responsible and...

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Hello! I Can Help (: Special needs

Long Beach, CA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Special Needs Caregiver

Torrance, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
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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Modern Day Mary Poppins

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$125/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I just completed my certification in Intermediated Crisis Management Strategies from the Marcus Autism Center. I also have my certificate in Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress from Yale. The last few years have been an unusual and overwhelming time for children in terms of education & learning. I want to...

Care Member says "June is simply the BEST. June worked with my autistic son full time for 7 years throughout his entire elementary school, including summers. She was his...

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Senior Caregiver

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
respite care
transportation
+ 1 more
I've taken care of adults with dementia and alzheimers. I've worked with adult with special needs. I am very patient and caring and understandv that each individual has certain needs. I'm willing too make sure your loved one is taken care of and I'm trusted in caring for them.

Steve E. says "Angella was a tremendous Help to our Mother On a Daily Basis from helping her get up every Morning to her shower and also with going to the Bathroom as...

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Love To Give Special Care One Of My Specialty

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I attended Bryman College now known as everest, I graduated with a diploma as a medical assistant. I did my intern at a cardiologist office, I love life, I truly love people it was a great experience learning to do EKG"s and attaching holters to patients. one weekend my aunt ask me to help her for the errands with her patient,...
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1:1

Torrance, CA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Looking for Full Time or Part Time Jobs

Lawndale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
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...

Kelly B. says "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...

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Part Time Caregiver Available

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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.

Elinor R. says "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...

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Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
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...

Christina Y. says "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!"

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Full Time Nanny Available

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, my name is Daniella. I was born and raised in Southern California. I have been a babysitter/nanny for about 6+ years. I started babysitting in high school, and found a great passion working with infants and children of all ages. I worked as a teacher's aide for Manhattan Beach Unified School District assisting special...

Lisa F. says "Daniella works very well with children and is always warm and friendly."

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New To This, But A Fast Learner.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
I love all kids of all types, my main goal after college is to start my own foster home. I'm very good with kids but I have not had to much experience with special needs. In middle school and some of high school, I helped with some of the special need kids after school and that's when I knew I wanted to work with them more. I...

Jane B. says "We highly recommend Makayla. She provided care on two different days with our special needs son. She is honest, helpful, kind, and trustworthy. She was...

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Los Angeles, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Martha. I have a background in child education, with 5-6 years of experience working in educational and daycare settings with children ages 0-10, including those with special needs. In addition, I am available for babysitting and enjoy creating a safe, caring environment for children.
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Fun Sitter And Laugh Creator

Los Angeles, CA

from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Ally and I'm very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 5 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested and compensated for. Personally, I've also worked with...
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Summer Part-Time Caregiver Available

Los Angeles, CA

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm a student at Cerritos College studying Elementary Teacher Education. I have 8 years experience working with children in various settings. Most of my experience is with elementary aged children. I have worked as a classroom aide, after school teacher and babysitter and also have experience working with children with...
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Nanny Seeking Full Time Child Care Position

Redondo Beach, CA

from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Ella, a 31-year-old with 13 years of nanny experience in the South Bay. I've cared for infants to preteens, including special needs, creating positive environments for children of all ages. I am skilled at preparing healthy meals and can cater to the pickiest eaters, I love a good challenge! I have a knack for craft...
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Hawthorne, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and kind. In my spare time, I like to go on hikes, play guitar, play pickleball, study languages, and travel. One thing you should know about me is that I have experience with special needs - autism, Down syndrome, deaf, blind, adhd, etc
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Los Angeles, CA

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Anastasia and I am here to have fun and pay off my graduate degrees in School Psychology (finished my masters, completing my EdS degree after I finish my internship)! I have extensive experience working with children with and without special needs, of all ages, and from a variety of backgrounds. I've done a lot...
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Manhattan Beach, CA

from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I'm calm, nurturing, loving, and reliable, and caring for children truly fills my heart. I love being part of their everyday world and helping them feel safe, understood, and confident as they grow. I bring professional childcare experience plus the perspective of a mom who raised two children into independent, successful...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.75/hr as of May 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Gardena, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Gardena, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Yvette V.

Yvette is the most compassionate nurse/ caregiver I have ever known. I hired her to help me with my father he had pancreatic cancer. I was...

- Care member

Cielo V.

Cielo is and was absolutely an amazing caregiver for my autistic son. She went over and beyond for my son and for me. She is sweet, caring,...

- Anita B.

June P.

June is simply the BEST. June worked with my autistic son full time for 7 years throughout his entire elementary school, including summers....

- Care member

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