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Find special needs child care in Santa Cruz, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs child care are listed in Santa Cruz, CA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 3 years

Special needs child care in Santa Cruz, CA

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Tori P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-Time Experienced Caregiver Available

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Hey there, and thanks for reading my bio! My name is Victoria (Tori) and I am available for part-time or full-time work as a caregiver/PCA. Here are some quick facts about me as a caregiver: - BA in Developmental and Counseling Psychology from Emmanuel College; graduated magna cum laude (2018) - CNA license in the state of MA...
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"Tori worked full-time for over a year with our young adult daughter who uses a wheelchair and has some learning challenges. She is compassionate, dependable and motivated and is a dedicated, committed caregiver. I recommend her highly!"

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Emily H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caring Special Educator- Need Summer Help?

Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with individuals with special needs. I'm a tutor for students with mild disabilities and a substitute teacher for students 18-22 with moderate/severe disabilities. I'm earning my teaching credential through CSUMB and I'm also employed by the Santa Cruz County Office of Education. I have...
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Holley Q.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caring Adult Who Loves Learning And Giving In Special Circumstances

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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Kerry Y.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experieced And Professional Caregiver

I have over four years of experience being an excellent caregiver for people with mental disabilities and the elderly. I am a licensed massage therapist who utilizes my knowledge of nutrition, physical therapy, yoga, psychology and massage in my caregiving career. I help my clients find purpose in their life by encouraging fun...
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Eve M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$45-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

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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Zoey H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Young College Student Passionate In Providing Care

Hi my name is Zoey. I started working for people with disabilities at Camp Harmon in the Santa Cruz mountains. From there, I was employed as a live in nanny in California and London for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I currently work for Cedars of Marin as a support care aid and am trained to handle personal and...
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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Aubrey P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

School Psychologist + Yoga Teacher Who Loves Working With Children!

Hello! I hope you are finding grace, and joy, for you and your little in this new school year :) I want to be in service and offer my experience + passion for supporting well-being for young people, and their families. This is a time when more compassion and less expectation are so important as children + families and students +...
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Yolanda G.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Bilingual Senior Care Giver

Hello, I have been a care taker for years now. I started out by taking care of my parents. Then the jobs just kept coming to me. I'd describe my personality as super positive, happy, helpful I enjoy taking care of seniors because I like to make a difference in each of their days. Try to accommodate to their individuals needs...
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Tenaya S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-30/hr

Part-time Caregiver

I am occupational therapy student in the masters program at San Jose State. I LOVE working with children and adults. I have volunteer experience working with children in a pediatric clinic setting and lots of experience working with children in summer camp and educational contexts. I am especially passionate about supporting...
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Emma W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-32/hr • 1 yrs exp

Experienced Behavior Tech

Hi there! I'm Emma, and I have both personal and professional experience caring for people with disabilities. My brother is on the autism spectrum and is non verbal, and I spent my life caring for him via bathing, grooming, cooking, and cleaning. More recently, I have been working as a Behavior Tech in a SPED classroom, working...
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Elena P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full Time Part Time

My name is Thess, I am responsible , loving person and I am passionate about everything I do and I love children, I believed that children deserve love and dignity and should care for a though they are your own family.
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Shara M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind Gentle Joyful Aide With 30 Yrs 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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Marlene D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Behavioral Specialist

I have been a Behavioral Specialist for 3 years now going on 4. I absolutely love my job working with kids is my passion. I'm pursuing my ABA journey by continuing school. I'd be so excited to help your family out!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Megan H.


Scotts Valley, CA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

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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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Marcie M.


Soquel, CA

$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

I enjoy being with special needs individuals, especially along the Autism and Downs Syndrome spectrum. I also have experience with CP. I have worked in school settings with special needs classes with dance and music as well.
Hello, my name is Hilary! I am open to getting certified to help care for children/adults with special needs.
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Michele L.


Scotts Valley, CA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

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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