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Shara M.

PART-TIME

Shara M.

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Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35

Hourly rate

10

Years exp.

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Meet Shara

47yrs

female

Speaks English

Hello, my name is Shara. Caring for individuals with unique abilities has been my passion since I was a teenager. I began by coaching Special Olympics...

Hello, my name is Shara. Caring for individuals with unique abilities has been my passion since I was a teenager. I began by coaching Special Olympics track, swimming, and basketball, and I quickly fell in love with this amazing community. Over the years, I've worked in a variety of environments offering support and friendship. Beyond my experience, my journey is personal. I raised a son with exceptional challenges, giving me firsthand insight into the joys and struggles of finding the right care. With 30 years of experience, I know how overwhelming it can be to find someone you trust. My goal is to provide compassionate, reliable support in a nurturing environment. If you're looking for someone who truly understands and values your loved one, I'd love to connect. Feel free to reach out, I'd be honored to be part of your journey!

Highlights

  • Non-smoker
  • Comfortable with pets
  • Has a reliable car
  • Infant (up to 12 months)
  • Youth (1 to 11 years)
  • Teen (12-17 years)
  • Adult (18-64 years)
  • Senior (65+)
  • ADHD
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Blindness/visual impairment
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Cognitive disabilities
  • Developmental delays
  • Down syndrome
  • Mental illness
  • Mobility challenges
  • Sensory Integration Disorder
  • Speech delay
  • CPR training
  • First Aid training
  • Early childhood educator
  • Shara can also help with:

    Ambulation
    Applied behavior analysis
    Bathing/grooming/hygiene
    Bladder management assistance
    Blood sugar testing
    Bowel management assistance
    Brushing protocol
    Epi pen injections
    Feeding
    Insulin injections
    Positive behavioral support
    Repositioning
    Respiratory care
    Seizure attendance
    Transferring/body lifting
    Assistive technology/AAC

    Education

    OTTSA Accredited TEFL Teacher

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