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Special needs child care in Oceano, CA

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Amanda L G.


Oceano, CA

$17-22/hr

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I was a para educator in the middle school setting where I worked with children with autism. I also have a brother with autism.
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Madalyn L.


Grover Beach, CA

$20-50/hr16 yrs exp

Diverse Background. Former Teacher, Nanny, Special Needs/adults, Infant/children Etc.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone. My names Madalyn. I'm a 33-year-old mother of 3 myself with a beautiful background working with children of all ages, mental and physical need. I've worked with infants/children for the past 15+ years. I have helped many moms after birth with the care of their little ones. (Over nights as well) So they are able to...
Madalyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We had a great experience with Madalyn! She was responsive and on-time, and was very sweet and playful with our kids. She watched our 3 kids, plus a close family friend, and was very confident with handling all the chaos and logistics of 4 kids. Would definitely...

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Hello, my name is Laycee I am 20 years old and currently studying Early Childhood Development with a focus on Special Needs. I am pursuing this degree after growing up seeing my stepbrother be misdiagnosed and diving into the world of how and why and learning better ways to help him get through everyday life. I recently moved to...
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Jane L.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

15 Years experience with special needs client. Provided language assistance for non-verbal. Organized schedules, developed routines and taught good hygiene habits. Acted as patient advocate upon request. Assisted client with activities of daily living. Established a positive relationship with with client. Maintained...
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Stephanie L.


Pismo Beach, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I have 24 years of Special Education teaching experience. My Master's degree in in Special Education Mod/Severe with an emphasis on Emotional and Behavioral Disabilities. I have worked with children and adults with Autism and other developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Cornelia De Lang Syndrome, and...
As a special needs caregiver I can assist with anything you need. I'm open to learning new routines and new tasks to make the patient feel as comfortable as needed. I have 10+ years of caregiving experience.
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Sonci L.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Disability Caretaker

I have many years of caretaking and nannying experience with disabled children and adults. My academic background is in Health Sciences and Social Services focused on Community Health & Mental Wellbeing. I enjoy bringing compassionate, creative and respectful care to each experience.
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Laura L.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Experienced Care Giver

I have worked with children who were mentally challenged and with children having autism. I am patient, assertive and loving with them as well.
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Rebekah D.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$17-30/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I have been providing special needs care to an adolescent with a rare syndrome for the past 4 months. In that time his life has drastically improved due to the impact I've been able to make upon his life. I put everything I have into this job to impact as many areas of his life as I am able to. I could never treat a care giving...
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Natalie C.


Santa Maria, CA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I Work With Kids For A Living At Robert Bruce Elementary, With General Ed And Special Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I Can work with multiple kids at a time, and help with school work and homework. I am trustworthy, always willing to go the extra mile and great with kids. I'm studying nursing and hoping to incorporate my love for kids into my career...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Excellent with children and very professional "

Andrea G.

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Hayley S.


Arroyo Grande, CA

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a babysitter/nanny for about 8 years now. I currently attend the University of Redlands, where I am majoring in psychology. I am very interested in working with children with special needs, which started because I grew up with a brother who is on the autism spectrum and has ADHD. I have cared for several...
5.0
"Hayley was a great companion to our special needs daughter. She was attentive, but at the same time she knew when to give her space. We are definitely planning on having her over again as a care giver."

Simon S.

Hi, I'm Quinn! I'm a para educator in special education, with a background in child care, tutoring, and classroom assistance. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology, and am currently planning on going for my master's in speech pathology. I am passionate about communication and accommodation. My availability is after school...
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Michele H.


Arroyo Grande, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced With IEP's, IFSP's, Report Writing

I worked for the state of California in their early start program as a vendor- doing home visits and parental education for children under 3 who have a diageneses or at least 33 percent delay in one developmental area. I have written reports for IEP's and IFSP's and worked with children who are experiencing cleft palate, down...
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Morgan F.


Los Osos, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Learning Support Services

I have been fortunate to have almost a decade of experience in the Human Services field working with individuals with a diverse range of backgrounds and abilities in a therapeutic setting. I have worked with folks of all ages from 6 to 102 years old! I've discovered over the years that what I enjoy most is working with seniors....
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Chris W.


Santa Maria, CA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Very Helpful In Compassionate Person

I'm a very helpful and compassionate person that enjoys helping other people. I have always been this way. I live in a senior community and I am always helping out my neighbors. I am the absolute youngest one that lives here so I get asked a lot. I'm at the bottom of the age limit.
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Briana C.


Santa Maria, CA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic And Bubbly Sitter

Hello families ! Just a little about me, I have worked with students and adults who have special needs for the last 2 1/2 years! I absolutely love what I do, and I am actually finishing up my undergrad this May with a major in Psychology, then starting a teaching residency program next spring to get my Special Education teaching...
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Kristen K.


Arroyo Grande, CA

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I am in college studying Early Childhood Special Education. I have worked with several kids who have autism along with my cousin who has severe down syndrome. I have also babysat for kids with other health issues who need medications on a regular basis so I am used to that. I always get along really well with the special needs...
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Selina R.


Santa Maria, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Very Reliable And Dependable Personal Care Provider. I'm Available For Full Or Part-time Work

I am a very responsible care provider. Also dependable. I have 18 years of experience. I love taking care of people of all ages. I'm a hard worker and love taking care of people even my own love ones like my parents as needed from time to time. I would like to care for your loved one just as if they where a part of my family. I...
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Sydney G.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Loving Caretaker

I have years of experience caring for infants, children, and teens. I have worked as a therapeutic recreation aide with special needs kids of all ages. I am great at communicating, caring for, and engaging children and adults with disabilities. I love initiating fun and progressive activities of all kinds!

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Oceano, CA

Madalyn L.

5.0

We had a great experience with Madalyn! She was responsive and on-time, and was very sweet and playful with our kids. She watched our 3 kids, plus a close family friend, and was very confident with handling all the chaos and logistics of 4 kids. Would definitely recommend for other families!

- Care member

Natalie C.

5.0

Excellent with children and very professional

- Andrea G.

Hayley S.

5.0

Hayley was a great companion to our special needs daughter. She was attentive, but at the same time she knew when to give her space. We are definitely planning on having her over again as a care giver.

- Simon S.

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