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Special needs caregivers in Atascadero, CA

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Melinda T.


Atascadero, CA

$17/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Or Full-Time Special Needs Caregiver With Tons Of Experience

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I have always had a passion for caring for people, kids especially. I decided to take a Child Development: Special Needs course in college, and I absolutely loved it. I had a clinical job for 2 weeks at a child care center where I learned so much.
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Brianna V.


Atascadero, CA

$22-40/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs

I've worked with the autistic and developmentally disabled adults as my second job for about 2 to 3 years now. I work for a program that's houses people with many different types of disorders and behaviors. I love my job, very rewarding! I've learned a lot and I am still learning a lot, every day is a new day with a new set of...
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Ashleigh A.


Atascadero, CA

$25-30/hr

Special Needs Cargiver With ASL Skills

I'm a mom of 3 with two kids going into school this year. I'm looking for a part time caregiving position. I have worked as an early childhood educator for 5 years and have ASL skills. Many of my students have been ADD/ADHD and ASD.
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Bonnie M.


Atascadero, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Social Worker With Experience Working With Disabled Child And Teenager. I Am Also, A Mother Of Two.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am experienced with autism. I have helped to bath, change and assist with feeding. I am comfortable with assisting a disabled children. I have been exposed to multiply diseases in my work as a Social Worker. I am looking to help a family part time as I still do Social Work part time.
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Maria P.


Atascadero, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Maia , I have 30 years of experience doing home care . I have experience with special needs, Parkinson's, dementia, quadriplegic, mental disorders, etc . Contact me for more information and references. Looking forward to meet your expectations.
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Amy M.


Atascadero, CA

$17-24/hr10 yrs exp

Amy M.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I come from a family of 13 and now have 18 nephews and nieces as well and am known as the "fun aunt*. I love working and playing with kids, especially elementary age on down. I've had experience working with special needs and volunteer worked at a children's home over seas for 3 months. I am currently working part time as a...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Bonnie M.


Atascadero, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have quite a bit of experience with children. I have raised two children and I am a Social Worker part time. I am looking for some part time work. I have worked with special needs children and am responsible. I am CPR certified. I really enjoy school age children.
Bonnie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hi, I am Cassandra and I've been babysitting children of all ages for about 2-3 years. I would like to tell you a little about myself, I am a Cuesta College student, I have played basketball since elementary school, and have done much for our community. I am very big on child development while also helping the parents keep the...
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Rylee G.


Atascadero, CA

$18-22/hr3 yrs exp

Hi!!! My name is Rylee, I am 23 years old and living in Atascadero, CA. I have 3+ years experience working. I worked as a paraeducator in a special needs classroom for Atascadero Unified School District. Also, for an after school program! I am fully CPR certified and have experienced working with special needs. Thank you! I'd...
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Kathleen G.


Atascadero, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kathleen and I am a college student looking to earn some extra money to support my children and I. I have approximately 12 years of experience with children ages 6 weeks and older. I have worked privately as a childcare provider, worked in a daycare facility for about 8 years and have three children of my own,...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Jessica C.


Templeton, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

10+ Yrs Experience With Flexible Schedule

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Extensive experience having the honor of being a part of some really amazing families in the care of their children, ages ranging from infants to teens. I have experience traveling with families as well as special needs experience, twins, infants and families with up to 3 children.
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Phoebe R.


Paso Robles, CA

$24-25/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is phoebe! I've been working with kids since I can remember I been taking care of children since I was 13 my brother whom is 3 years younger than me was born with autism so I have an extensive amount of experience taking care of children with special needs. I am currently I'm a full time Montessori preschool teacher...
Phoebe can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Phoebe has been a family friend for over 15 years. When my 4 were younger, she would watch them during date nights and would take them to the parks in the evenings. This was perfect, as they would also then all sleep through the night after my husband and I would...

Emma B.

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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, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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...

Cassandra H.

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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

Early Education

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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Justyne H.


Paso Robles, CA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Justyne and I have been babysitting for over 16 years. I have experience babysitting children as young as 4 months to 14 years old. I am CPR/ First Aid trained. I also have some experience with tutoring elementary and middle school age children, and prior to starting medical school was a substitute teach for grades...
Justyne can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Justyne was great! She picked up my son on time, every day. She was flexible when my son was sick, added extra days and overall was great to have as part of our team! I would hire her again in a heartbeat."

Jenny G.

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Maddie M.


Paso Robles, CA

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

I am a Certified Nursing Assistant for the state of California. I'm great with people & would love to be a rock for someone during difficult times. I have many experiences with patients who have Dementia, Alzheimer's, dialysis, special needs, etc.
Maddie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

I have babysat children of all ages and special needs for the last 5 years. I love working with children and I am always eager to learn about them and their needs.
Rosalynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently pursuing a degree in early childhood development to focus on working with children from birth to early adolescence. I am also trained to work with special needs children and have multiple years of experience.
Laycee can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
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Alexandra S.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$26/hr8 yrs exp

Hi Families! I Am Looking For A Childcare Position Whether It Be Babysitting/nannying/caretaking!

Hi families! I am a child development major here at Cal Poly who has a passion for working with kiddos! Some of my previous experience include: Before/after school program teacher, day care teacher and manager, Pediatric Occupational Therapy Intern, nanny, and parental aid! I am going to grad school in a year to get my doctorate...
Alexandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Amandeep P.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$18-26/hr3 yrs exp

Meet Me!

Hi! I am reliable and a super caring person. I have a few years of experience taking care of my special-needs cousins over summers, as well as some younger kids while I attend college. I absolutely love spending time with kids. I am organized and stay aware of my surroundings, therefore I can provide a safe environment for kids....
Amandeep can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Atascadero, CA

Phoebe R.

5.0

She was great with our toddler, who had previously only been watched by family. She did so well with our daughter, who had fun and was still happy and calm even after we had been out for a few hours. Very kind, punctual, and trustworthy!

- Erin T.

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.

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.

Justyne H.

5.0

Justyne was great! She picked up my son on time, every day. She was flexible when my son was sick, added extra days and overall was great to have as part of our team! I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

- Jenny G.

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