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Special needs caregivers in Arroyo Grande, CA

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Carolyn O.


Arroyo Grande, CA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I have a lot of experience in child care specifically working with children with special needs or disabilities. I was inspired to come into this field by my cousin who is my age and diagnosed with autism. She is the same age as me and we grew up living next door to each other. I have a lot of patience for those who genuinely...
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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...

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...
Hello, I currently work with special needs students in an elementary school setting. Would love to chat more.
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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...
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

$25/hr

Masters Degree In Early Childhood Education

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi :-) I have been working with young children/infants for over 15 years- about 18 months ago I was in a head on collision, and stepped away from the position I was currently employed through for children under 3 born with a special need or delay in one area). I have currently been cleaning houses, as something to do- and make a...
Michele can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

My name is Hayley and I am currently in my final semester of college. I am a psychology major with an interest in child development. Throughout high school I volunteered for an organization called Reading Partners. While I was there I worked one on one with a child who needed extra help developing their reading skills. I also...
Hayley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kristie T.


Arroyo Grande, CA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Friendly And Professional Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with a heart for enriching the lives of individuals. I have 7 years of caregiving experience. In the past I have worked mainly with elderly clients and special needs clients. I am professional and here to help with the day to day needs of your loved ones. I can help with meal...
Kristie can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Jordan M.


Santa Maria, CA

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Happy To Help With Anything You Need.

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Jordan! I am 21 years old. I am a college graduate with an associates in biology and sociology. I am CPR certified, and also know first aid. I can help with taking care of kids of all ages, including helping in elderly care or special needs children. I have 6 years of experience when it comes to nannying. I would love...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jordan is very sweet and smart young lady! She's punctual and easy to communicate with! We just started using her and are very happy to have her helping us!"

Patricia S.

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Natalie T.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Attentive Nursing Assistant, Nanny And Mother

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Natalie and I have many years of experience caring for children and the elderly. I also am a mother so I care for children daily. I have experience caring for newborns, twins, preemies, toddlers, school aged children and elderly. I have also worked with special needs. I am attentive and caring. I have child...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Natalie is an incredible sitter! Not only does she have the experience of being a mother, she also incorporates patience, compassion and possesses an incredible skill set from her experience working in the school system with special needs kids. She was able to...

Christopher S.

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Morgane C.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$28-45/hr12 yrs exp

French/English Speaking NANNY Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello everyone, my name is Morgane and I am originally from France and grew up in Southern California, now living in Missoula. When I was younger I volunteered at a daycare where I had the chance to interact with children of all ages as well as some special needs kids, which taught me a lot about patience and kindness. That is...
Morgane can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Morgane is absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have ended up having her watch our son. She is sweet, kind, patient, honest, and trustworthy. She was amazing with my very active, little boy. She was a lifesaver to me, as a first time mom who found it difficult...

Stephanie G.

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Nicole M.


Santa Maria, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hi! I have been a caregiver for 19 years now. I work in group homes, retirement centers, and private home care. I have worked with the elderly, and the disabled/ special-needs , working with wheelchairs, Hoyer Lift, transferring, etc.
Nicole can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, home modification & more
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Cetiva P.


Grover Beach, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter Available

Hi there! My name is Cetiva, and I have been working with children professionally in various settings for the past 12 years. I have worked as a preschool, toddler, and infant teacher, and as an in-home care provider for special needs children. I also have 17 years of experience as a mother. My teaching philosophy centers on...
Cetiva can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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...
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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.
I have 6+ years of experience working with kids including 4 years of experience working with children with special needs. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping, household chores. I love getting outside, being creative and working with children! I am open to working with any age range of children. I have experience from...
Sadie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

I have done ABA therapy for 4 years as a Behavior Interventionist with children from the ages 3-14. I loved building a bond with the kiddos and seeing them reach their goals we set when we first met. I have also worked with a kiddo who had cerebral palsy for 2 years where I cooked light meals, took him for walks, and did diaper...
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Yuri H.


Santa Maria, CA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

PCA

As a mommy my self, been around kids for years, babysitting taking kids to school. Preschool and tegilar student. Would chaperone in school field trips. Know some basic ASL working with young adult in special needs.
Yuri can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Arroyo Grande, CA

Jordan M.

5.0

Jordan is very sweet and smart young lady! She's punctual and easy to communicate with! We just started using her and are very happy to have her helping us!

- Patricia S.

Natalie T.

5.0

Natalie is an incredible sitter! Not only does she have the experience of being a mother, she also incorporates patience, compassion and possesses an incredible skill set from her experience working in the school system with special needs kids. She was able to quickly and effectively help our...

- Christopher S.

Morgane C.

5.0

My kids LOVE Morgane!! She always comes over with a very positive, loving and fun attitude. She cooks meals for them and cleans up after it all. I work long hours so it's so nice to know my kids are with someone who doesn't just sit them in front of a TV and feed them crap. She's speaks French so my...

- Cassandra H.

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