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Melani S.

Capitola, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello my name is Melanie , 25 yrs old. I am currently working with adults with special needs overnights. I have experience with both day and night shifts. Currently looking for Monday Tuesday Wednesday overnights. I would like to have a conversation on my experience and the help I can offer. I'm opened to negotiating my rate....
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Experienced Babysitter/tutor (All Ages & Special Needs).

Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
Hello, I have babysat children since I was 12 years old all the way through my college years. I am wonderful around kids; with babysitting, I have experience with babies as young as 6 months to high school age. I have even worked with a few school districts tutoring special needs kids (aged 5 through college) and am ABA trained...

Danielle W. says "My girls really enjoyed their evening with Nicole."

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Scotts Valley, CA

3.0(0)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I've worked for IHSS along with a program called balance4kids where I would go into the schools and be a one to one aid for kids with different special needs. I also attended a lot of events for special needs kids with my little sister who has Downs syndrome.
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Freedom, CA

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Experience in working with the disabled and elderly 7 years experience, I am a sweet compassionate caregiver that provides emotional and physical support with empathy, patience and understanding.
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School Psychologist + Yoga Teacher Who Loves Working With Children!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I hope you are finding joy for you and your family this season :) I love working with children and young people! I've enjoyed over 25 years in my career in education, in various capacities ~ I've recently hung up my hat as a School Psychologist & counselor specializing in autism spectrum disorder, social emotional well...
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Direct Support Professional

Felton, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! My name is Kate and my experience includes 5 years as a Direct Support Professional and various Special Education Courses. I am CPR and First Aid Certified and have worked with a VARIETY of special needs children and adults alike. My passion for working with children began as a camp counselor when I was paired with an...
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Past Nursing Experience, Special Needs Care Provider

Felton, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been an RN for 18 years and now I am looking for a less physically demanding job than working in an understaffed ER where I was constantly caring for multiple critically ill patients at a time. I am a strong patient advocate and I strive to enhance the quality of life of others. My past experience includes ER, ICU, Organ...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
I have a undergrad and graduate degree in psychology. I have worked as a therapist And with special needs children and adults I am capable and willing to do all of the things listed below. I love working with all ages and am a very compassionate, patient, loving individual. I have a lot to offer and if you are interested...
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20+ Years Of Special Needs Work Experience

Aptos, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with a variety of children having Special Needs since 1994. For 12 years I worked as a Residential Treatment Counselor for abused/ neglected children in San Francisco. I spent 1 year as an in-home ABA/ Behavior Therapist for children with Autism in San Mateo County. I moved to Santa Cruz and was employed as a...
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Caring Adult Who Loves Learning And Giving In Special Circumstances

Soquel, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I'm a patient caregiver who loves encouraging others in challenging circumstances. Understanding and patience is essential in helping people live their best lives, that being the ultimate goal.
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Teacher/Child Care/Senior Care/Special Needs

Aptos, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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I am a teacher so I'm available during nights and weekends. I have 19 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I am a teacher with 2 credentials, one general Ed and one sped.
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Special Needs Care Giver

Scotts Valley, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 25 years experience working with special needs children. Most recently I'm working with twin girls who are now three, been with the family since they were newborns. Also worked with many families of different levels of special needs.
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$45/hr
5 years experience
Hello, my name is Eve M. Originally from Estonia, lived in NY 20 years and now 6 years in CA. I have 20+ years experience with children age newborn to 7 years old, some of them with food allergies, autism and speech delay. The first years in children life is very important for the future and love to help them with development...
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Kind Gentle Joyful Aide With 30 Yrs Experience

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
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...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
Hello, I believe intreating people the way I want to be treated. I have worked in environments of special need children and adults. I am caring and a gentle person with a positive attitude. I enjoy all walks of people and would love to help with someone who has special needs.
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I Have Extensive Emergency Medical Training And I Provide Compassionate Reliable Care For All Ages

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have always provided care since I was very young. I am in the medical field, mostly in an emergency room setting for over 12 years. I have a degree in radiology and computed tomography. I have extensive Medical Care providing background. I also have experience babysitting and childcare for people with special needs. I am one...
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Freedom, CA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
My family has a history of special needs. My cousin has autism and speech delay. My three adult aunts have varying types of mental disorders that make it so they need full time care. I have grown up around them and have learned how to care from them. They're just like us! Just see the world with different lenses! I am patient,...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I have a years' worth of experience working with autistic, epileptic, and physically handicapped individuals. I am currently enrolled through In-Home Support Services (IHSS) and have been providing assistance and also implementing personal life skills to those people, ranging from how to navigate working on a personal...
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Special Needs Babysitter/nanny

Soquel, CA

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I've worked with children with special needs in various settings! For starters, I tutored a 6-year-old girl in reading for about a year who was diagnosed with severe A. D. H. D. My main goals with working for her was for her to be able to read at her age level, and doing so required on my end a lot of patience, energy, focus,...
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Responsible College Student

Freedom, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I'm a very patient and understanding person, especially with children. I try to get to the root of the problem if they're having a bad day or in a bad mood so I am very understanding. I have volunteered working with pre-k students and in senior centers in the past. I have also been employed by the YMCA since summer last year...
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