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Selina S.

South Gate, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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Giselle D.

Part-Time Or Occasional Special Needs Provider - Near Van Nuys

South Gate, CA

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$10/hr
I can be your part-time/occasional special needs provider. I have my own transportation. I am responsible. I'm a college student and I can assist you in almost anything.
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Jocelyn N.

South Gate, CA

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$21/hr
4 years experience
I am 26 years old. A college graduate with a degree in child development and have worked with all ages of children from new borns to teens. I am a very high spirited joyful person who loves to work with children. Activities and more. Have reliable transportation as well. I hope to work with you! I have 5 years experience working...
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Tiffany G.

Lawndale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Espie R.

Compassionate Caring Care Provider

Pico Rivera, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
I have experience caring for patients with Alzheimer's, dementia and patients who have special needs. I have taken care of many patients who are bedridden and do the full scope of the duties such as bed bath, change bed and linen. I cook for the patient and do their daily exercise routine, if needed. Each patient is different...

Elaine L. says "Espíe is the ultimate professional. Always on time, reliable, compassionate, and skilled in dealing with dementia issues. A godsend for our family."

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River G.

A Little Bit About Me And Why I Would Love To Work For You!

Los Angeles, CA

4.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm River, and I'd be so excited to care for your little one! I bring over 7 years of experience with kids of all ages, including newborns, and have held several full-time, long-term nanny roles. I'm CPR, Infant CPR, AED, First Aid, Lifeguard, and Narcan certified. I'm upbeat, hands-on, and love creating fun, enriching...

Care Member says "River came over to meet us and the kids and immediately connected with our toddler. She was professional and really sweet. We will definitely hire her...

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Katwims E.

Lawndale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a psychologist specializing in children, graduated in Venezuela. For the situation of my country I came looking for a better future. I'm the third of six sisters. I have years of experience starting with my younger sisters, and ending with my patients who have all been children. In Venezuela I work in a school with children...

Care Member says "Katty was amazing with our kids! She watched our kids overnight when we were in a work trip…the kids just loved her and asked when we can leave and she...

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Jacqueline A.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Jackie. I am an experienced caregiver and esthetician night student on weekday nights. For over 9 years I have worked as a nanny, pet sitter, house keeper, organizer, personal stylist, home and event decorator and grocery shopper. I love to bring my well rounded lifestyle into your home and make everything feel...

Lisa F. says "She is absolutely amazing! She is always on time and responds quickly to messages. She is a hard worker and very efficient with helping us. Our daughter...

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Katherine S.

Prepared For Everything

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have worked as a private in-home tutor, reading specialist at an advanced learning center and provided both in and out-of-home childcare for more than a decade. I've always been in love with English studies and my experience in education has allowed me to share this enthusiasm with learners at all levels, including those with...

Charles S. says "Katherine is an extremely dependable person and was super engaging with our kids aged 3 and 6. Highly recommended!"

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Makayla D.

New To This, But A Fast Learner.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
I love all kids of all types, my main goal after college is to start my own foster home. I'm very good with kids but I have not had to much experience with special needs. In middle school and some of high school, I helped with some of the special need kids after school and that's when I knew I wanted to work with them more. I...

Jane B. says "We highly recommend Makayla. She provided care on two different days with our special needs son. She is honest, helpful, kind, and trustworthy. She was...

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June P.

Modern Day Mary Poppins

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$125/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I just completed my certification in Intermediated Crisis Management Strategies from the Marcus Autism Center. I also have my certificate in Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress from Yale. The last few years have been an unusual and overwhelming time for children in terms of education & learning. I want to...

Care Member says "June is simply the BEST. June worked with my autistic son full time for 7 years throughout his entire elementary school, including summers. She was his...

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Vanessa H.

Part-time Caregiver

Pico Rivera, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, My name is Vanessa and I am 25 years old. I am a student at Rio Rondo College and am pursing a degree in Child Development. I have been working with children since I was 17 years old, not including watching cousins and nephews growing up (I have a big family!). I have worked with children ages 7 months all the way to 17...

Carolyn L. says "Vanessa was amazing with our son (age 3) who has a severe speech delay and is extremely high energy. We were going out of town for vacation and wanted...

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Maiah P.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, first let me start off by saying I have a love and passion for working children. I am currently attending college for my BA in Child Development, with that being said I have the knowledge and experience to work with children of different ages and developmental stages. I have watched and cared for children between the ages...

Taylor K. says "I worked with Maiah at the Painted Turtle Camp on multiple occasions. The Painted Turtle Camp is a camp from disabled children ran by the Delta Zeta...

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Esperanza H.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I am a 25-year-old San Francisco State University graduate with a bachelor's in Child and Adolescent Development, hoping to become a child or marriage and family therapist. I have experience with children with special needs doing Behavioral Therapy receiving a certification as an Applied Behavior Analysis Technician. I also...

Roxanne R. says "Esperanza is AWESOME! Communicated well, punctual, very attentive to needs, and engaged extremely well with my son upon our first meeting. I needed help...

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Cielo V.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! Allow me to give you one less thing to think about! I'd describe my personality as patient and caring. It's always been a goal of mine to help others in any way I can. If you need childcare, pet care, or just an extra set of hands to help you get through a busy day let me know! I do great with special needs and can take...

Anita B. says "Cielo is and was absolutely an amazing caregiver for my autistic son. She went over and beyond for my son and for me. She is sweet, caring, responsible and...

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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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Haley F.

Babysitter, Part-time Caregiver, Nanny

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Haley and I have been a nanny for as long as I can remember. I have experience with kids of all ages and with special needs kids as well. I have graduated college and am pursuing a career in fashion as well. I love helping out and being a fun nanny and showing kids creativity and fun.

Lana A. says "Haley was a lifesaver when I needed someone to help watch my 20 month old daughter over the summer. I'm over 7 months pregnant and had a recent knee injury...

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Veta O.

Bellflower, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for over 6 years +, I have my HCA , CPR, Hiss and others certificate if needed. in addition, I have been caring for my grandparent for over 14years , I am available for any position if possible long hours shift , , I am dependable, receptive, persuadable, lovely , patient , kind and companionship , very...

Melinda T. says "Veta is surely a gem to our senior resident. She developed a professional and caring rapport with her. She was respectfully attentive to her needs, and...

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Damaris B.

Part Time Child Care Available

Gardena, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have a genuine love for working with children and bring a calm, caring, and dependable presence to every family I support. I have hands-on experience with children of all ages-from newborns (including preemies) to school aged. What started as college babysitting turned into a full-time calling when I left my office job to...

Kristen E. says "Damaris was wonderful to work with. Attentive, punctual and great at communicating. We would definitely hire her again!"

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Maritza V.

Looking for Full Time or Part Time Jobs

Lawndale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience as a nanny. I love children and enjoy working with them and I am taking my responsibility very seriously. I assure you of my honesty and integrity. I am bilingual with fluency in English and Spanish languages. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I'm a foster mom too I work well with all personality...

Kelly B. says "The basics about Maritza are that she is reliable, trustworthy, kind and smart. The great things about Maritza are innumerable! I would hire her back in a...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.67/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in South Gate, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in South Gate, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Selina S.

Selina is awesome! Very sweet girl who my kids loved. Thank you again Selina!

- Kait F.

Tiffany G.

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...

- Jane B.

Espie R.

Espíe is the ultimate professional. Always on time, reliable, compassionate, and skilled in dealing with dementia issues. A godsend for our...

- Elaine L.

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