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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...
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.
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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- $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.
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...
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...
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
I'm a compassionate, honest, hard working woman that has had many years of experience. I have worked with elderly with many different needs, I treat them as they were my own family. I do have past families that would give me a reference if needed. I also, work with special needs children and adults, I have worked for the school...
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...
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
mobility assistance
errands
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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...
Care Member says "Jenna is an amazing and dedicated caregiver. Gave us daily updates and got along so well with my senior mother in law, who can be a challenge ! Jenna...
Although not professionally trained in the care of special needs individuals, my experience speaks volumes. Let me help your family at your comfort level.
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
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 "
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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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I'm a devoted infant daycare provider, college-educated, and a mother who understands the importance of providing loving care and fostering early childhood development. With extensive experience caring for twins and children with special needs, I create a nurturing and stimulating environment for little ones. I am...
Christian R. says "I found Maria through care.com and she was clearly very qualified and experienced to be a nanny, we were very excited to meet her. Unfortunately I...
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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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- $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...
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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For two decades, I've had the joy of nurturing children's development and offering families dependable care. I am patient, creative, and approachable, and I'm passionate about making a positive impact on young lives. I communicate with parents using their preferred method, providing regular updates on their child's day. I follow...
Care Member says "She connected with my child from day one. She’s very sweet and a kid at heart so it makes it easy for a child to feel comfortable. "
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
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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...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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...
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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- $20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Machenna. I genuinely enjoy caring for and interacting with children. I have been doing childcare professionally since 2017 . I was a children's head soccer coach for a year where I specialized in younger children and children with special needs. I have senior care and adult special needs experience as well.
I...
Chris and Amanda G. says "Machenna took very well care of our two young boys. She arrived at our home on time, ready to engage with our kids, with a smile on."
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.40/hr as of January 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 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Jennifer R.
Jenna is an amazing and dedicated caregiver. Gave us daily updates and got along so well with my senior mother in law, who can be a...
- 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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