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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
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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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
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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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Catherine R.

Part-Time Nanny

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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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Maria O.

Excellently Qualified Babysitter With Cooking Skills

Long Beach, CA

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Stephanie D.

Trained In Applied Behavioral Analysis, DTT And Much More! Patient, Kind, Loving And Super FUN!

Long Beach, CA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Comprehensive behavior assessment and functional analysis for those with challenging behaviors (when applicable). Positive future plan that emphasizes community presence and participation, developing and maintaining relationship, personal choice and preferences and finally community respect and personal communication. Systematic...
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Annette F.

Committed Babysitter

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
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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Dawn S.

Child Development

Lomita, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
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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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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Cristina A.

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
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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Elvira A.

Torrance, CA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I have worked at an elementary school with a teacher who specializes with special needs children. I care for my special needs sister who is now 31 years old.
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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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Dawn S.

Child Development Teacher With Social Education Background

Lomita, CA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Shirlene E.

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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Lisa S.

Full-Time Caregiver Of All Ages

Torrance, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I was a stay-at-home mother for 13 years raising my 3 children, one of which had special needs, extensive medical needs and global delays. I taught at a local preschool for 7 years. Upon leaving that school I worked as a nanny for a family of 4 children with 5-year-old twins, a 3-year-old and a 10 day old as well as and 2...

Trish S. says "Very friendly, outgoing, and excellent with our son :o)"

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Sam L.

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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Virginia B.

Part Time Child Care

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
I am the mother of 2 children, one with special needs. As an elementary teacher for 30 years, I have experience supervising and interacting with children from TK - grade 5 and most recently I have helped take care of 6-month-old babies. I am professional, punctual, nurturing, honest and fun! Music, games and educational...

Monique D. says "Mrs. Virginia was hired as a tutor mid-year for my 5th grader. She works with her two hours each day and was able to hit the ground running. She is...

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Marlen L.

Torrance, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to nurturing young minds and creating positive experiences for children. My passion stems from witnessing their growth and knowing I'm making a real difference in their lives. Previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to pursue childcare. I am patient, creative, and approachable,...

Care Member says "I have worked with Marlén In childcare for 3 years now and she is a very loving and caring employee. She is always ionntop of it when it comes to making...

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Kendra D.

Kids Are Kids - They Just Learn Differently.

Long Beach, CA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Karina R.

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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LaDaria L.

Torrance, CA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hello, I have worked with special needs children for 20 years, and for the last 8 years I have worked for the Department of Children and Family Services.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.65/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in San Pedro, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in San Pedro, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Machenna C.

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.

- Chris and Amanda G.

Karina R.

Es una persona muy calida con mi perro y se preocupa que el esta bien

- Care member

Catherine R.

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...

- Linda M.

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