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Brookelyn E.'s Photo

Whittier, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I currently work with special needs in high schools . I also have experience in nursing homes. I am comfortable with low and high functioning children and adults. I have a lot of experience with seizures with kids as well as experience with dementia patients as well. I'm a warm and welcoming person and will take great care of...
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Whittier, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
I have worked with a special needs adult for the last two years, and with children/teens with Autism for about 6 years. With my adult clients, I have experience assisting with medication administration, house cleaning/organization, behavioral management, errand/grocery shopping, and food preparation.
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Raquel R.'s Photo

Whittier, CA

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$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Raquel, and I have over eight years of experience as a caregiver. I'm dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to seniors and adults with special needs or disabilities. I'm fluent in Spanish and offer support with daily care, medication, meals, appointments, and companionship. I truly believe...
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GENNY V.'s Photo

Whittier, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
Professional Caregiver | Certified Nurse Assistant (Colombia) I am a certified Nurse Assistant from Colombia with extensive experience caring for elderly and special-needs patients, including bedbound individuals, patients with mobility challenges, and those with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. I provide compassionate, safe, and...
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Natalya R.'s Photo

Alhambra, CA

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Nurturing children comes naturally to me. For the past seven years, I've been dedicated to providing engaging and reliable care for children of all ages. My passion lies in fostering their growth and development while offering families the support they need. I am patient, calm, creative, and imaginative. I enjoy playing outdoor...

Care Member says "I had hired natalya because I needed a babysitter for my son. This was my first time ever hiring anyone to babysit my son and sometimes he can be a...

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Joy G.'s Photo

Covina, CA

4.4(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I started working with kids when I was helping entertain younger kids in my Church's Childcare, also helping serve food and clean up. I started volunteering with elementary and middle-school age kids at my Church, and did childcare for toddlers there. I have been doing professional babysitting through Care. com for over 5 years,...

Jean B. says "She was good w/ my kids though the house was always a mess when we came home. All the cupboards and drawers in the kitchen would be open, the lights would...

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Weekend Babysitter/Nanny Available

Downey, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
I have over 8 years of experience with newborns/infants (0-6 months); toddlers(1-5) and children (10-12). I've worked with different families in the LA area. I am very responsible and committed to my job and responsibility when caring for children. I also work part-time as a Physician Assistant finishing my Master's degree in a...

Jorge E. says "Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation."

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Brenda M.'s Photo

Downey, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I'm from Downey went to school for psychology I've been nannying for 7 I work with kids with special needs Its such a rewarding job and it's became a huge part of who I am I've build strong relationships are only with the kids, but with the families I'm trust worthy responsible, reliable, I baby sit sometimes on the weekends for...

Care Member says "The time for us is coming from reading Brenda's great reviews to leaving one. She has been with us for nearly two years and has been an absolute...

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Susie C.'s Photo

Alhambra, CA

4.6(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
I am an experienced and dedicated childcare professional with nearly 30 years of expertise in nurturing children of diverse ages. My journey began at the age of 12 while babysitting for family and neighbors; I am now 44 years old. Throughout my career, I have provided care for children with special needs, including those with...

Care Member says "Susie is a fantastic caregiver: kindhearted, patient, and very professional. Even though we haven't worked with Susie on a full time basis, she has had...

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Senior Care

Arcadia, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
I have over 6 years of experience caring for seniors and children. I worked as a certified nurse assistant and home health aide for many years before transitioning to child care with special needs. Previously worked for a school district. I have worked for agencies and private in-home care. I am bilingual English and Spanish....

Larry C. says "We hired Erica as our late night caregiver and couldn't have been more satisfied. Her and her colleague provide a much needed support system for each other...

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Full-time Caregiver

Bellflower, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced caregiver with 13years of in home personal care service's. Along with also working as a CNA at an Assisted living facility in the lock-down units for residents with severe dementia and or Alzheimer's and with development disabilities. I really love working and caring for people and am reliable and trustworthy...

Jan F. says "Teri was a blessing for our recent needs. We felt comfortable with Teri from the moment we first interviewed her. She stepped in to help as if we'd known...

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Nancy K.'s Photo

Rowland Heights, CA

5.0(0)
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$19/hr
2 years experience
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver for individuals with special needs and can provide a safe and supporting environment. I am also responsible, positive, and hard-working, so I can give you essential and in-home support as well as emotional and physical assistance.
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Destiny G.'s Photo

Downey, CA

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$29/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello ! I have 8 years of professional experience working with children including special needs. I love creating and engaging in activities in order to reduce excess screen time. I'm also currently enrolled in college studying Communications and Child Psychology . I love pets and I hope that I could bring joy and fun in a...
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Lauren R.'s Photo

Rosemead, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
I have experience with care for children with special needs. I am currently in graduate school to become an elementary teacher.
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Lindsay K.'s Photo

Covina, CA

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$27/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am an experienced caregiver who provides dependable childcare for children of all ages. My background includes working with children who have special needs, and I take pride in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment. Families can count on me to be reliable, attentive, and genuinely caring.
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Alexis W.'s Photo

Los Angeles, CA

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$42/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I want you stress free and have the help you need, 15years experience Special needs children, Twins, first time parents, Moms going through postpartum, and single parents Needing extra help so their able to make it to work to be able to provide for their young. I love reading, dancing , nature, engaging in age appropriate play,...
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Mature And Experienced Caregiver

Rowland Heights, CA

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$18/hr
Personal care
respite care
My name is Sonnia. I have 4 grown children that are attending University. I have 15 years of paid experience working for East Whittier City and Rowland Unified School District as an Instructional Assistant. I have worked with Special Needs children and adults since 2005. They have had different types of disabilities from...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Rowland Heights, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
My name is Sonnia. I have 4 grown children who attend University. Education is very important to me. I have 9 units in Child Development at Mt San Antonio College. I have worked with East Whittier City and Rowland Unified School District. I have 15 years of experience working with Special Needs students of different...
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Upbeat Babysitter And Easygoing

Fullerton, CA

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$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as upbeat, easygoing and adaptable I like working with kids because I get to be apart of a child's learning experience in a positive way I'm looking for a job that is consistent with a family that is welcoming and professional I started working with kids when I was in my early teens, It's been...
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Destiny C.'s Photo

Covina, CA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Destiny, and I have over 5 years of experience working with children of all ages, personalities, and needs. My background includes extensive babysitting experience as well as working as a teacher assistant in an elementary school. I have also worked with children with special needs, which has strengthened my...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of September 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Whittier, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Whittier, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Natalya R.

I had hired natalya because I needed a babysitter for my son. This was my first time ever hiring anyone to babysit my son and sometimes he...

- Care member

Joy G.

She was good w/ my kids though the house was always a mess when we came home. All the cupboards and drawers in the kitchen would be open,...

- Jean B.

Auria A.

Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation.

- Jorge E.

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