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Dawn S.

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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Child Development

Lomita, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
I am a mother of 3 grown daughters. I hold a California teaching certification in Early Childhood Education as well as a BS in Psychology. I have worked for local School District for 32 years and taught at private schools. I currently am employed with local school district as a substitute teacher and privately tutor special...

Maryam H. says "Best thing happened to my family during pandemic was to get to know Dawn . My kids connected with her instantly and she is caring, loving and knows how to...

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Looking To Work With Special Needs Children

Lomita, CA

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$22/hr
Hello, I am looking to start full time or part time work with special needs children. I have several years of experience with both nannying and babysitting. Although I cannot say that many of the children I worked with had specific disability's many had behavioral issues. Overall I have worked with hyper active children and in a...
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Lomita, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience
. I started as a babysitter and eventually became a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), where I currently work one-on-one with children to support their developmental and behavioral goals. I'm passionate about creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for every child in my care. I'm knowledgeable in positive...
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Lomita, CA

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$30/hr
20 years experience
I'm a warm and experienced caregiver with two decades of childcare experience, and I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children, and my creativity brings a sense of fun and imagination to playtime. I excel at communicating with parents...
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Child Care

Lomita, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! I've been working with children since I was 18, starting as a preschool volunteer and later diving into the world of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Over the years, I've gained experience through school settings, babysitting, and supporting children with special needs. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and...
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Lomita, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
personal care
For the past 15, I have worked with seniors of all levels of care, specifically with Alzheimer and Dementia care. Working with them has taught me a lot and given me a lot of patience and love for people. I am passionate about what I do and I always look out for the well being of others. I am well experienced in bathing,...
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Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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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Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
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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Nanny Seeking Full Time Child Care Position

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
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...

Rebecca G. says "Ella has been such a wonderful asset to my team. She has a unique enthusiasm that is absolutely contagious. Her positive attitude, creative mind, and...

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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
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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Part Time Caregiver

San Pedro, CA

4.5(1)
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$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! My name is Brittany, from San Pedro Ca. I have experience with infants to toddlers, to school age, preteens, teenagers all the above. I've worked for many daycare's, public schools, and much more! I have worked for Los Angeles Unified School District as a regular aid and an aid for children with special needs. , and I am...

Sonya O. says "Brittany seems like a very nice lady. "

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Full Time Caregiver

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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 taking care and watching special needs children/adults for over 15 years. I also was a preschool teacher for 20 years. I've done habilitation respite care and assistant living care with young...

Nancy B. says "Angella has a true gift with children. She can handle a roomful of active 2 yr olds or a tween with severe, non-verbal autism and intellectual...

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Full Time Professional Babysitter

San Pedro, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Experienced babysitter available for weeknight and weekend babysitting jobs. Career Nanny of 16 years looking for full time opportunity Occasional Sitter with Over 16 Years Experience Special needs and I enjoy one on one reading writing crafts activities sports baking cooking Babysitter. Duties and Responsibilities * Control...

Veronica G. says "Merlinda is reliable responsible outgoing attention to detail."

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Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
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. "

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Lawndale, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have worked with children in many different settings over the last 12 years. I've worked in schools, volunteered in an outdoor setting and recently worked in the homes of special needs children as a registered behavioral technician (RBT). I have worked with special needs children and teenagers ranging from 2-17 years old. The...

Jane B. says "We highly recommend Tiffany! She is honest and kind and truly goes above and beyond. She provided care for our special needs son on two different days. She...

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Special Needs Caregiver

Torrance, CA

5.0(0)
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$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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Committed Babysitter

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a substitute teacher working for LAUSD. I have extensive experience babysitting ages 0-15. I have worked with special needs children. I can also provide lessons to your child to improve his or her academics. I also help with homework, meal prep, do crafts, bedtime, etc. References are available upon request.

Belen M. says "She was great! The kids and I really liked her from the moment she walked in the room. She was on time and has such great energy about her"

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Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dear Families I caring for children has always been my passion. With certification in Early Childhood Education and began my career working as a teacher with children 0 to 5 years including with special needs. I continue to study and specialize in child development and special needs education to deepen my knowledge and provide...

Care Member says "Crys is kind, caring, responsive, responsible, and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their children!"

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.75/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 Lomita, CA

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

Dawn S.

Best thing happened to my family during pandemic was to get to know Dawn . My kids connected with her instantly and she is caring, loving...

- Maryam H.

Sam L.

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...

- Shannon F.

Shemayla L.

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

- Dior W.

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