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Israel V.

Special Needs Paraprofessional

Los Alamitos, CA

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$20/hr
+2 years of working with kids in a school setting -very patient and good with computers - work best with epilepsy, autism, and non verbal.
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Chloe J.

Los Alamitos, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My Name is Chloe. I am 23 years old, and I have been involved with taking care of children since I was very young. Throughout High School and College, I reliably worked at a church nursery and Childcare for children 0-5. I am CPR trained and certified, as well as comfortable working with children who have special needs. I...
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Israel V.

Video Game Addiction Expert

Los Alamitos, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Israel I'm a video game addiction expert and willing to turn your childs Ipad / video game addiction into positive and academic development in their own creative fun way. I specialize with children who have special needs. I'm great with technology and can help with any computer related learning. My...
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Brittney R.

Full-Time Nanny Available

Anaheim, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
10 years of child care experience, 5 years of experience working with children with special needs. I am a very patient, warm, and knowledgeable nanny who enjoys being part of children's development and growth.

Luisa O. says "Brittney is wonderful with children. She has a calm and caring quality about her that children naturally gravitate toward. She can manage a classroom yet...

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Samantha B.

Part-time Caregiver, Babysitter

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello everyone! I'm Sam, I recently transferred to UCLA from Santa Barbara City College. I started babysitting when I was 13, and I've loved it ever since! I had several families I regularly sat for while I was in junior high/high school, and I volunteered as a camp counselor for most of my summers during high school as well. I...

Cara B. says "Sam has been such a gift to our family. She cared for my daughter from the ages of 1-3 years old. Sam was the babysitter/nanny we always dreamed of. Our...

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Susannah T.

Part Or Full Time Caregiver Available

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
I have provided care for children of all ages; however, I am most experienced with children under the age of 6. I also have over a year of experience in in-home care with a special need child, and additional experience with children on the autism spectrum. I have early childhood development education through my bachelor of...

Care Member says "Susannah was great! She took care of my 8 month old who is isn't really used to strangers yet. She was patient with him and understanding. We will...

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Yolanda P.

Part-Time Caregiver, Babysitter, Nanny

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$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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Karina R.

Fun Sitter Love Teach Children Utilizing Creativity Learning

Signal Hill, CA

3.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Karina R 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...

Care Member says "Es una persona muy calida con mi perro y se preocupa que el esta bien"

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Machenna C.

Caregiver

Long Beach, CA

4.2(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Jewelyn Amor B.

Senior care

Buena Park, CA

3.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
I work mostly dementia, special needs, stroke, diabetes, cancer, with catheter, with g-tube, oxygen, etc.. I do cooking, housekeeping, laundry and etc. and also I can work hourly or live-in.

Craig L. says "She great caregiver for my folks, she cooked, she awesome"

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Dawne F.

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
35 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Dear Family, Look no further! I have 45 yrs exp as an energetic, positive, loving caregiver including: mother of 3 daughters, infant & child care, early childhood dev, preschool & special ed, health & nutrition, behavioral guidance, respite care for families w/ special needs or senior care, teaching with LBUSD, owner of a home...

Heidi W. says "Dawne has been our date night babysitter for approximately four years. When we first hired Dawne, our kids' ages ranged from toddler to teenager. Our...

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Lauren S.

Part-time Babysitter And Caregiver

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
I have experience with children of all kinds, I cared for a girl with rhetts syndrome for a year. My tasks included feeding, cooking for, driving, reading to, and talking to her. I also have experience working with kindergartners and first graders. I worked with them for 2 years. I read with them, painted with them, practiced...

Gabriela S. says "We came to Care.com to explore our nanny options and found Lauren through them. We appreciated how professional, punctual and helpful she was. We also...

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Jaquelin V.

Fun Productive And Lovable Sitter , Caregiving For Children And Seniors .

Garden Grove, CA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hi my name is Jaquelin I am a mother , I have always loved children therefore I have worked with children in charity events , my daughter's PTA at their elementary. I've also worked in the dental field with children . I've done some caregiving for special needs children that has brought me a lot of experience with autism and...

Care Member says "Jacqueline is very caring and sweet. She took a great care for our baby. She was understanding to the unique needs of our baby and cared for her the way...

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Elizavette C.

Behavior Interventionist

Downey, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Summer 2025 NO AVAILABILITY. Waitlist. Now accepting Fall Season 2025. 10 years as an Early Childhood Teacher. 6 years as Behavioral Interventionist. AA. Degree In Speech Pathology. BA. Degree:Child Development and Family Studies. 2 years experience working in a moderate/servere school location with LAUSD. Experience working...

Breana T. says "Highly qualified, punctual and professional! I'm very pleased with the way my daughter is responding to her reading."

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Kendra D.

Kids Are Kids - They Just Learn Differently.

Long Beach, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hiiii! I have over 10 years experience working with kids and adults (2-30) with special needs - primarily autism and Down syndrome and ADHD. I have worked in private therapy centers using ABA as well as in schools and privately in clients homes. I have nannied toddlers with Autism and been a "coach" teaching my older clients how...
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Daniella C.

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Daniella & I am urgently looking to work with a new family( I financially support myself & the kiddos I work with just went to school so I need something ft) Here's A little about me ive been nannying for about 7 years now, I am currently in school to become a pediatric nurse, and looking to pick up more hours. I...

Care Member says "Hired Daniella to nanny for my 7 month old & 2 year old she’s very organized very friendly she picked up the routine fast. She helps bathe, feed, takes...

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Tiara B.

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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Shemayla L.

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Catherine R.

Part-Time Nanny

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hey there! I'm Cat and i've worked in childcare for 4-5 years now. I've had various Nanny positions for up to 3 kids, with ages across the board. My abilities include transportation to and from various activities, Light house work, Overnight stays, Meal prep, Bedtime routines and even care for your furry friends! Ive worked...

Linda M. says "Catherine worked with our family for 5 months before she sadly left state. She took care of our 3 and 2 year old daughters while my husband and I worked...

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Elizabeth R.

Caregiver Available For Full / Part-Time Jobs

Lakewood, CA

5.0(0)
from
$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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.33/hr as of December 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Los Alamitos, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Los Alamitos, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Brittney R.

Brittney is wonderful with children. She has a calm and caring quality about her that children naturally gravitate toward. She can manage a...

- Luisa O.

Samantha B.

Sam has been such a gift to our family. She cared for my daughter from the ages of 1-3 years old. Sam was the babysitter/nanny we always...

- Cara B.

Susannah T.

Susannah was great! She took care of my 8 month old who is isn't really used to strangers yet. She was patient with him and understanding....

- Care member

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