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Elizabeth R.

Caregiver Available For Full / Part-Time Jobs

Lakewood, CA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a caregiver for five years. I really enjoy working with the elderly because I like to make their lives and routines easier and make them feel happy at home. My experiences include bathing, housekeeping, medication reminder, errands, doctor appointments, and companionship. I also attended ICDC College for Medical...
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Experienced, Patient, & Great With Kids!

Lakewood, CA

5.0(1)
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$0/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
Nurturing children has always been a true passion of mine. For the past 10 years, I've dedicated myself to providing enriching care, fostering each child's unique growth and development. I'm patient, creative, and approachable, and I strive to make a positive impact on the lives of the children I care for. I have some college...

Care Member says "Halie has been our full-time nanny for over a year. She has been wonderful with our 4 year old daughter with special needs. She’s very gentle and...

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Nanny Available Full-Time Specialized In Special Needs Care

Lakewood, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Victoria. I have 11+ years working with kids ranging from toddler to high school age. I specialize in special needs care, my love and passion for this started in high school in a mainstreaming program called Best Buddies. Out of high school I took Child Development classes at Cypress City and went on to get a...
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Lakewood, CA

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$16/hr
9 years experience
Hi my name is Della, and I have been a personal attendant for adults with developmental disability's for 9 years, I truly enjoy helping others, I'm am patient, kind and extremely reliable.
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Lakewood, CA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm a kind, patient, reliable young adult. I have 8 years of experience with kids, infants and young teens. I have two nephews who are on the autism spectrum. I love to see how they view the world. I take each day with a grain of salt and learn more as I go. I'm very good at multi tasking, and willing to do additional other...
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MS Instructional Aid

Lakewood, CA

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$19/hr
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have been working with special need students since 2015. I'm great with kids that have autism. I love to assist kids that has any kind of disability. I love to make a difference in their lives.
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Lakewood, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have about 3 years working with kids in schools, and home as 1:1 and for differs special needs. I really enjoy to work with them even when sometimes is hard because some of the behaviors that they can show. I help them with academics and to handle emotions, follow instructions, socialice and try to get them independent...
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Flexible/ Full Time Nanny Available

Lakewood, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I have 5+ years working with children ranging from toddlers to high schoolers. I have worked with special needs students the past 3 years at a local school district. I am up to date on my first aid and CPR certifications. Can't wait to meet you and your family and provide you the best care possible.
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Lakewood, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
With three years of experience caring for special needs children of all ages and abilities, I bring a unique blend of patience, creativity, and energy to childcare. My passion stems from a deep love of fostering growth and development in children, something I discovered through work with ABA certified employment. I have a...
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Lakewood, CA

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$20/hr
18 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I love working with kids and creating a fun atmosphere . I've taught after school science program and have been working with kids for almost 15 years . I'm fun outgoing and very reliable I'd describe my personality as bubbly , quirky , really nice I'm looking for a job that Flexibility with my school schedule I started...
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Lakewood, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked as an IHSS care provider since I was 16. My father is blind, and I have also worked with many children with special care situations. I love working and learning through music and art, crafts, and reading. I have a calming personality that helps when tasks become frustrating, and assess the problem with love and...
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Fully Vaccinated Caregiver

Lakewood, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
personal care
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
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...
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Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
carpooling
I'm a childcare provider with seven years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow, and I believe that every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment to thrive. My experience in babysitting roles has shown me that I have a knack for connecting with children and...

Dior W. says "She is loving caring and will get to the duties that are given "

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South Gate, CA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
As a nurturing and experienced childcare professional with seven years of experience, I am passionate about creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children. I work part time as a Behavioral Interventionist in schools so I maintain a clean record and professional attitude! I am a huge animal lover as well and...

Kait F. says "Selina is awesome! Very sweet girl who my kids loved. Thank you again Selina!"

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Part-Time Caregiver, Babysitter, Nanny

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$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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Special Education Care Provider

Signal Hill, CA

5.0(1)
from
$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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Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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 family, I have quite a bit of personal experience with children in the age range of 8 weeks - 12 years and I have handled up...

Shannon F. says "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...

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Torrance, CA

4.5(1)
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$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
As someone with 15 years of experience as a childcare provider, I'm passionate about fostering children's development. My calm, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children easily. I'm dedicated to open communication with parents and enforce household rules with ease. From outdoor games to educational...

Monika W. says "It is with great satisfaction that I recommend Amanda O. as a babysitter. She has been working for us since August 2014. She watches my two children (ages...

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Whittier, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Hi my name is Emily and I'm 24 years old. I am a certified EMT so I have all my First Aid/CPR/AED certifications. I recently had a baby girl named Skyla so now I have a bunch of new experiences that benefit my nanny jobs. I used to be a lifeguard at Great Wolf Lodge so I can recognize potential hazards for your child(ren) in and...

Carrie D. says "Emily was a huge part of our family for the last few months and we miss her and would definitely hire her again. We are foster parents and Emily was our...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.33/hr as of February 2026

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

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

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

Halie S.

Halie has been our full-time nanny for over a year. She has been wonderful with our 4 year old daughter with special needs. She’s very...

- Care member

Shemayla L.

She is loving caring and will get to the duties that are given

- Dior W.

Selina S.

Selina is awesome! Very sweet girl who my kids loved. Thank you again Selina!

- Kait F.

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