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Christina C.

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience
I have always been around friends and family members with disabilities and feel very natural with lending a helping hand. In high school and college I was a part of best buddies and was a part time caretaker in college for a girl with cerebral palsy.

Jane A. says "Christina was a nanny for my 15 year old daughter with cerebral palsy. They are still close friends and I appreciate everything she did while working for...

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Santa Monica, CA

3.0(0)
from
$20/hr
I took care of 2 ADHD kids and 2 old women who were suffering from Dementia here in US for 2 years. I have so much compassion, patience and understanding. Willing to learn new things as well. Provided transportation, cooking, light cleaning, doctor appointments, medications follow up, and more. Can't wait to meet you:)
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Part Time Caregiver, Seniors, Flexible Schedule,

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello Family, My name is Stephanie. I am here to assist you and your Loved one in this time of need. Please email me. I have experience as a Caregiver for over 10 years. I am also a Respite Care provider. I am patient, kind, prompt and reliable as well as spiritual, enthusiastic, gentle and positive. I am a resident in Santa...

Alice P. says "Stephanie was hired to provide companionship to my husband who suffers from early stage of Alzheimer's disease at the time. She is smart, intelligent,...

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Loving And Caring Nanny At Your Service

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
In 2016 I started nannying a 4-year-old with special needs. I also joyfully raised two children of my own who are now thriving adults. Children have always held a special place in my heart, but working with J also made me realize how important it is to care for all children with absolute patience and kindness. I would consider...

Carolyn A. says "Anna cared for our toddler for about 8 months before we decided to send him to preschool. She was never late a single day, very attentive to our son and...

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Special Needs Nanny, Mature, Patient. Continuing My Education For Children With Special Needs

Santa Monica, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For the past 5 year I've worked with a children with disabilities, I'm currently working at a school setting with children with Autism spectrum. I considered myself to be a patient, caring person who in seeking to help children to be more independent. I would like to gain more experience in that field since I'm studying to be an...
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Special Needs

Santa Monica, CA

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$19/hr
I have taken care of kids with autism sensory problems behavior problems and I have been able to help them
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Caregiver -Special Ed Teacher

Santa Monica, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
TRUSTLINE CERTIFIED Hi! My name is Stacy. I'm currently looking for a nanny /family assistant position. Background- Single parent to a teenage daughter and have been a SPECIAL ED TEACHER for over 20 years. Originally from Michigan. I've had decades of experience caring for children and adults of all ages and abilities. (infants...
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Kind-hearted LA Native

Santa Monica, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Los Angeles native that is enthusiastic about health, soccer (sports in general), pickelball, beach walks, hiking the west side, bike adventures and an overall great time. I am a people centric individual that is fulfilled by genuine engagement and focused presence. I am reliable, great multi-tasker, devoted, trustworthy and...
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Santa Monica, CA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm very passionate about helping children and teens. I worked at a non profit for teenagers with personality and behavioral disorders in college. I'm very active, fun, tidy and creative and would love to help in any way I can! I'm located in Santa Monica and willing to drive.
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NICU Nurse

Santa Monica, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Meggie and I'm a NICU nurse traveling to San Diego! I'm looking for some extra work while I'm here and would love to help you with all your baby needs! I've been working in the NICU for 2. 5 years and have loved every second of it! I've only worked in a level 4 so I've been exposed to many different diagnoses. I...
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Santa Monica, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I spent 2 years working in an elementary school in the special needs department. I loved my days helping and loving on those kids. There were some challenges but the reward is that much higher when goals are achieved.
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Santa Monica, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I worked for LAUSD before the schools shut down as a one on one behavioral therapist. My job duties included feeding, support and documentation. Also included taking them to their speech therapy, physical therapy and OT therapy sessions.
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Santa Monica, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! Certified in child, infant & adult CPR & First Aid as a Red Cross Certified Swimming Instructor & Lifeguard. Course work in Early Childhood Development, Brain and Behavior & Developmental Psych. Degree in Math. Love working with people & pets. Experienced, energetic, positive & professional. I have worked with infants...
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Santa Monica, CA

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$21/hr
I have several years working with children who have autism, Down syndrome or related disabilities. I have a dance program based on students with all abilities. I also was an aba therapist and worked as an autism nanny for serval years!
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Experienced Nanny Looking For Perfect Family Fit!

Santa Monica, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
Childcare provider with 13 years of extensive babysitting and nanny experience seeking a part time/ full time position in Los Angeles. Growing up with three younger siblings, caring for children has always been apart of my daily routine! I moved to LA in 2020 to pursue my singing career, and in between have been a part and full...
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Get To Know Madison!

Santa Monica, CA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as fun, empathetic, and creative! I started working with kids when I was a counselor in training at summer camps when I was 14 years old. Since then, I've babysat for many families on a regular basis. I also am the older sibling of a special needs person who I have helped take care of since I was 5...
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Nanny

Santa Monica, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
As the second oldest of six children, I was always put in charge of babysitting from a very young age. Being around little ones and caring for them became second nature to me, so when I started going into other families homes it felt like an extension of my own home. Most recently I have been caring for two different families....
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Full-time Nanny, Teacher, Ex Au Pair.

Santa Monica, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
On 2012, I started my first internship as a teacher in a private school. I taught kids from 2 to 11 yo. On 2013, I did an internship at a public school. Helped in a class for special needs kids, taught kids from 2 to 12 yo. During the pandemic, I start teaching English online, now I have taught +50 people. I was an au pair from...
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Santa Monica, CA

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi families, I'm Juliana! I have over 5 years of experience caring for kids ages 1 to 16, including those with special needs. I'm about to graduate from Pepperdine University and currently take my classes online, so my schedule is flexible. I have my own car and love keeping kids active and engaged, whether that's playing...
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Santa Monica, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi! My name is Nina and I am 27 years old. I have 9 years of nanny/babysitting experience. I have worked with kids of all ages but the majority of my experience is with newborns/infants and toddler/pre-school age children. I have experience caring for children with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.57/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Santa Monica, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Santa Monica, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Christina C.

Christina was a nanny for my 15 year old daughter with cerebral palsy. They are still close friends and I appreciate everything she did...

- Jane A.

Stephanie L.

Stephanie was hired to provide companionship to my husband who suffers from early stage of Alzheimer's disease at the time. She is smart,...

- Alice P.

Anna G.

Anna cared for our toddler for about 8 months before we decided to send him to preschool. She was never late a single day, very attentive to...

- Carolyn A.

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