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Find special needs caregivers in Arcata, CA that you’ll love

23 special needs caregivers are listed in Arcata, CA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Arcata, CA

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Kylee B.


Arcata, CA

$16/hr1 yrs exp

I Want To Help As Much As I Can.

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*I am good with children, I have younger siblings and am very patient. * I am willing to help with special needs *Schedule can be pretty flexible if needed. *I have experience with newborn to teenagers *Nice company *I do Enjoy cleaning
Kylee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Kylee was just great, prompt, responsible, responsive. On top of providing excellent, attentive pet care, she went out of her way to help us deal with an unexpected problem with the water heater while we were away. We will definitely ask to hire her again. "

Sally H.

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Abbey B.


Arcata, CA

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

Awesome Abbey Available To Help!

Hi, I'm excited to get to know the special needs community here in Marin County. I've worked years in pre-schools, high schools, and with adults with developmental delays. I have worked closely with little ones and preteens on the autism spectrum. My main focus through college was working with children that have been abused and...
Hi there! I'm a very outgoing, responsible and reliable person. I have worked with differently abled people in the past and find it very rewarding. Caring for others is such a joy and I hope you'll consider me. :)
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Heather R.


Arcata, CA

$18-21/hr2 yrs exp

Experiences Caretaker For Autistic Children

I worked as a one on one for autistic children in school settings. I still work After School Program being a one on one with an autsitic child in Bayside. I believe being good at this position all comes down to being a great listener to their concerns and/ or needs. Knowing what they are into, what makes them laugh, having fun.
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Zoe W.


Arcata, CA

$17-35/hr5 yrs exp

The Cool And Adventurous Sitter

Hi! I'm Zoe, I am 18 years old and experienced with kids of all ages. I am a trained cook and able to do most household chores and tasks. I love to do fun activities with the kids I hang out with and take care of and am very sociable. I am reliable, patient, outgoing and bouncy. I am currently in college, majoring in psychology...
Zoe can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Emma P.


Arcata, CA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring, down to earth, responsible, and playful. I'm extremely flexible and skilled in handling stressful situations in a calm, kind manner. I like working with kids because they bring so much joy to my life and help me see the world through a hopeful lense. I have worked with kids as a nanny,...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Miller B.


Arcata, CA

$17/hr5 yrs exp

My Bio!!

Hey! My name is Miller (I go exclusively by Millie) and I'm a future teacher currently attending Cal Poly Humboldt! I've worked with kids as a babysitter on and off since I was in middle school, and I am a person kids like being around. I love kids and value their safety over absolutely everything else, while also doing my best...
Miller can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Alexis B.


Eureka, CA

$22/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun!

Over my life I have worked in many capacities that involved caring for children. I have served as an Elementary school teacher, nanny, babysitter, pet sitter, house sitter, after school care provider, teaching assistant, and camp counselor. As the oldest out of 7 kids I can confidently say that your children will be a piece of...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She loves kids so much and did a wonderful job looking after our children. You can be confident that your kids are well taken care of with her. Our kids were always happy to see her."

Michelle P.

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Kelly P.


McKinleyville, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Evening And Weekend Hours - Can Care For Children W/ Special Needs.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have worked professionally providing services to children and adults with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I am currently a social worker providing service to adults with disabilities. I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages and can get along with just about any family and kiddo. I...
Kelly can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Kelly is great! She had wonderful, well educated references. I felt very comfortable with her previous employment history working with children of diverse abilities. I've hired her twice over the last couple of weeks to watch my 5yo, 4yo, & 10mo. She has been very...

Alexa F.

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Deborah G.


Eureka, CA

$17-18/hr

Reiki Master/Healer-Cranio Sacral And Somato Emotional Release Therapist

I ran my own Family Daycare for over 20 years. Entrusted in my care were many special needs children during that time. I take pride in being a very loving and compassionate person. I have been going to school for the past 10 plus years to add different healing and energetic modalities and enhance my knowledge of helping others....
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Joy M.


Eureka, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello, my name is Joy. I've been in the caregiving field for 10 plus years. Much of that time was spent working with people who have disabilities, I've also babysat, been an art teacher's assistant, and worked as a teacher's aide in an infant and toddler center for a year. I like to interact as a simple guide, encouraging the...
I'm a passionate and caring childcare provider with 2 years of experience. My love for nurturing children's development led me to this profession. I have some college education and have also completed Early Childhood Education (ECE) training. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I always strive to create a safe and nurturing...
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Maddie R.


McKinleyville, CA

$22-27/hr1 yrs exp

Everyone Is Human

I have several family members on the Autism Spectrum and am blessed for growing up with them because it has created a love for working in this field. I was a Behavioral Therapist for a company called CARD (Center for Autism and Related Disorders) and it was such a rewarding and fulfilling experience for me.
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Kelly P.


McKinleyville, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring For Children With Special Needs - Part Time

Hello! I have worked professionally providing services to children and adults with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I am currently a social worker providing service to adults with disabilities. My experience includes working as a play based therapist for children with autism and developmental disabilities for 8...
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Francesca B.


Eureka, CA

$17-30/hr6 yrs exp

Francesca

Hello! I'm Francesca (nickname is Frankie), and I am a freshman at Cal Poly Humboldt, majoring in Environmental Studies. I have a passion for environmental sustainability and animal conservation. I come from a large family and have been babysitting ever since I can remember. I have a brother 4-years younger than me, and cousins...
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Naia P.


McKinleyville, CA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

A Bit About Naia

Hi! I have over 7 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I have worked as a full-time nanny for the past three. Along with being an au pair in Italy this past summer. I have a background in Waldorf schooling and practice many Waldorf-inspired activities with the kids I work with. Including arts/ crafts,...
Naia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sydney F.


McKinleyville, CA

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Count On Me To Bring The Fun!

Hello! My name is Sydney, I am 22 years old and I just recently moved to Humboldt county! I have been working in child care for over 5 years at several different establishments including gyms, days cares and special Ed schools. I also have 3 years of experience working one on one in personal elderly care. I am more than capable...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Paula H.


Eureka, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

A retired social worker, former Girl Scout Leader and Workplace First Aider, mother and grandmother, I am well equipped to perform all caregiver tasks. I have extensive experience dealing with learning disabilities, autism, and behavioral issues. As a social worker, I spent almost 10 years working with individuals with...
Hello! My name is Sydney and I have been working in special needs child education for over a year now and absolutely love it. I have worked at multiple different school helping both in classrooms and one on one with students who require more attention and assistance than most. I am fully trained in teaching behavioral skills to...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Arcata, CA

Kylee B.

5.0

Kylee was just great, prompt, responsible, responsive. On top of providing excellent, attentive pet care, she went out of her way to help us deal with an unexpected problem with the water heater while we were away. We will definitely ask to hire her again.

- Sally H.

Alexis B.

5.0

She loves kids so much and did a wonderful job looking after our children. You can be confident that your kids are well taken care of with her. Our kids were always happy to see her.

- Michelle P.

Kelly P.

5.0

Kelly was amazing. She was a nanny at our weekend wedding. My daughter is really picky on who she spends time with and Kelly captivated her. Kelly was creative and had many beautiful games planned for the kids. She was very comfortable watching multiple children as well. She was so accepting and so...

- Halie A.

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