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21 special needs caregivers are listed in Arcata, CA

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of September 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Arcata, CA

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Jack H.


Arcata, CA

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Helper

5.0

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I have helped people with disabilities through chance and conincedence, now I hope to help people actively. Most of my experience with disabilities lies with the fact that I do in fact have aspergers, so it is easily for me to relate with people who have disabilities l.
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Sean E.


Arcata, CA

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Behavior Support Therapist

For the past 8 years, I have been providing behavior support services to individuals with a variety of developmental disabilities working as an Adv. Behavior Technician and Program Manager for an agency in Eureka. Overall, I have helped a number of children graduate the program and many families' improve their happiness and...
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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am a very energetic, fun, silly, outgoing, outdoorsy, kind, athletic, and caring person. I absolutely love kids, I hope to have a bunch of my own someday. Kids have always been very drawn to me because of how fun and caring I am. I am currently studying art with plans to become an early ed. art teacher! I have been...

Wade N.


Arcata, CA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

I Am Dedicated To Helping Others,and I Will Always Prioritize The Safety And Security Of Your Family

I am 20 years old and I am a student at Cal Poly Humboldt. I grew up in Redding, CA and spent all of my summers here in Humboldt! I grew up with an older brother, twin younger brother and sister, and countless cousins. I coached youth wrestling for 3 years working with K-12 aged kids. I am a firefighter during the summer months,...
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Victoria P.


McKinleyville, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Babysitter/Child Caregiver

I'm a fun, outgoing, energetic person who is very responsible & has a strong passion for children. Children bring joy to my day. I have great experience with children of all ages. I change diapers, help with potty training, help with homework, & I can do drop off & pick up children from school. I love arts & crafts & finding...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She used to watch me and my sister when we were little. She went to school so she could be a chef and cooks really good. She's super nice and I've never heard her use a curse word before. She also works at a church. She has a lot of baby sitting experience and I...

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Deborah G.


Eureka, CA

$13-18/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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Vanessa W.


Eureka, CA

$18-27/hr10 yrs exp

Hello I Am 27 Years I Am A Kind Loving Person .

I have been a CNA for 7 years , I have babysat since I was 13 I have experience with special needs care elderly care and infant to teenage , I am willing to do cleaning cooking errands , homeschooling and more .
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Rachel M.


Eureka, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Care Giver

I have 10+ years of experience working with preschool age children up through 18 years of age. I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I have been a camp director at Flips for Kids Gymnastics, Juvenile Corrections Officer, a 1:1 aide for a child with special needs, a...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

In my many years of working with youth and teens, I have worked with a broad range of special needs individuals. I have provided respite care as well as daily routine assistance for youth with ASD. I believe patience, kindness, and stability are the things that all youth need.
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Francesca B.


Eureka, CA

$16-30/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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sydney F.


McKinleyville, CA

$15-20/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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & 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...

Ashlee M.


Eureka, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Or Neurotypical Childcare

Hello! I currently work in schools providing behavior intervention support for students with various diagnosis. Previously, I worked in the home setting as a one on one consultant for behavior intervention. I am a mother myself, to a bright 3-year-old boy. Since I am off for summers, I am looking for something fun, familiar and...
Ashlee can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Ashlee M.


Eureka, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Or Neurotypical Childcare Offered

Hello! I currently work in schools providing behavior intervention support for students with various diagnosis. Previously, I worked in the home setting as a consultant for behavior intervention. I am a mother myself, to a bright 3-year-old boy. Since I am off for summers, I am looking for something fun, familiar and easy to...

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