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Poppy H.


Buellton, CA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Babies And Have Two Beautiful Girls. 11 And 13.

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I am a LVN who is looking to take care of infants and on. I have experience with special needs children. I know how hard it is to find a routine baby sitter for infants until potty trained. I want to work close to home and help out other moms transitioning from home to job or just a mom who could use some quiet time.
Poppy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lori L.


Lompoc, CA

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Trustworthy

I am a social worker with special concentration and experience working with special needs kids and adults. I have various day and times open including weekends.
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Carolina A.


Lompoc, CA

$20-25/hr

Caregiver Ready To Learn !

My name is Carolina and I am taking a break from school and saving money to continue my studies. I learn quickly, I am very responsible and live to work with people.
Hi!! I am a certified aid for children with special needs and am a student at SBCC with the major of mathematics transferring to a university within the next year to get my cridential!
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Maria C.


Santa Maria, CA

$30-45/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I am a very carrying and compassionate person. My friends would describe me as very patient, dependable and creative. I have a good sense of humor but can be serious when needed. I have a good work ethic and am professional. I have: -Over 7 years experience as a caregiver assisting with many duties some including meal prep,...
Maria can also help with: Companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"Maria is exceptional. She is a self starter, an attentive and caring caregiver, and always willing to go above and beyond. As I am quadriplegic, Maria has helped me with bathing, toileting, dressing, stretching, cleaning, cooking, transferring to and from my bed,...

James R.

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Lelani R.


Santa Maria, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

30+ Years Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm LeLani. I have taken care of children since I was 12. At 18, I was a live-in nanny to two children & was assistant for 1 year at her daycare w/16 kids under 3. I have two children; a 30-yro boy & a 28-yro girl. Their whole lives, I worked at daycares & baby sat all my friend's children. I love to play & make sure each...
Lelani can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Trustline Certified

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lelani was great with our kids, 10 months and 3 years! We were in town for a wedding and needed help for the night. She brought fun toys for my three year old and put her to bed. She fed ours kids dinner and played with them all night. She is super sweet and fun...

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April D.


Santa Maria, CA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

3.7

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 50-year-old female who has been in the medical/care field for 6 years. My experience is as follows, I am CPR/AED FIRST AID certified thru the state with IHSS . I work with many different health needs for the elderly such Alzheimers Dementia, Stroke Development Disability for all ages which includes physical, mental...
5.0
"April was the best caregiver I have ever hired. She is very patient and kind. My child cries for her whenever she leaves. When we have accidents she doesn't complain and cleans up the mess."

pavinda W.

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Kira H.


Goleta, CA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Kira

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello families!! My name is Kira and I am 22 years old. I have been babysitting for 8 years now on and off. I am going to school for clinical psychology to become a therapist! I have worked with children of all ages and children with special needs. I am willing to help with basic household chores. When taking care of children my...
Kira can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kira was fantastic. She has a very warm personality, which makes communicating with her easy. I really enjoyed chatting with her for a bit when she came in before my child woke up from nap. I highly recommend Kira! "

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Katherine C.


Goleta, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible And Fun Loving Babysitter

Hi, I'm Katherine! I'm a student at UCSB double majoring in Sociology and English with the plan of eventually becoming an elementary school teacher! I've been babysitting for over 5 years and have experience with children aged newborn to teens! I can take care of multiple children at once, even if they're all young/close in age-...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katherine is the best! I love her but more importantly my kids do (1 and 2 years old). She's on the floor playing with them the second she walks in the door and keeps them busy the whole time. She's also great with meals and bedtime. Punctual, communicative,...

Kolleen M.

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Hannah P.


Santa Maria, CA

$17-18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights, And Weekends

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Hannah! I am currently working as an office administrator at an accounting firm and am looking to work outside of it as well! I grew up in a large family and have been babysitting since I was about 11 years old, then began nannying when I turned 18. I have nannied for families with children of all ages, some that...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"She is great. Our family wishes she didn't have to move."

Robert R.

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Manna V.


Santa Maria, CA

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

From a young age I've helped my mom with working with the kids in her mommy-and-me music classes, volunteered at my church's various Sunday schools, and have always made myself available to babysit the children of any family members or friends who were in need of a little break. I recently worked in an after school program (3...
Manna can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

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Erin O.


Goleta, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Based

Hi! I'm Erin. I have about 12+ years of experience in childcare, from providing in home care and babysitting to working with kiddos with special needs. I love working with kids of all ages and giving them space to learn naturally through play!
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello, My name is Sara and I am a licensed speech language pathologist. While schools are no longer in session for summer, I am looking for summer work. I would love to meet as I believe I would be a great fit. I've worked with children with a range of diagnosis including children with autism, cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome....
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Sean K.


Santa Maria, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

A Few Things To Know About Me!

I am a dedicated hardworking father of 2 young boys. I work in the oilfields at night every other week so my availability is open completely! I have 3 years of experience with infants and toddlers with special needs such as autism and Downs syndrome. I have experience with elderly people who suffer from Alzheimer's/Dementia....
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Ava M.


Goleta, CA

$21-32/hr6 yrs exp

Hi! I have a lot of experience working with special needs kids and teens! I have worked in a special needs classroom for four years, and I also have a sister who is on the autism spectrum. I value each and everyone's own routine and am very adaptable.
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Ali C.


Goleta, CA

$30/hr1 yrs exp

Hi there!! I have been babysitting and nannying for several years and have lots of experience with most ages from 3 months to 15 years. I don't have much special needs experience specifically, but would love to gain more. I personally have some mental health issues I struggle with on a daily basis, as well as diagnosed ADHD, so...
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Ava H.


Goleta, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

College Student With Lots Of Experience Looking For Work While On Break

I've been working with the special needs community for 10 years now, starting off volunteering, and eventually getting paid for my work around 2 years ago. I have worked with special needs kids in a school environment, I've taught private and group swim lessons, and I've worked at a summer camp for people ages 6-22 with special...
Hey, im Nasreen(18), I just graduated high school and am going to UCSB to study psychology next year. I am interested in the teaching industry specific to those with special needs and i'm interested in gaining some experience!
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Maria C.


Santa Maria, CA

$25-45/hr4 yrs exp

-I have an Autistic Behavioral Analysis Certificate, have worked with children and adults applying ABA for 2 years. -experience working with quadriplegic individual assisted with all ADLs such as bathing, bowel program, light meal prep and light cleaning, laundry etc. -2 years experience working with adults with special needs...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Buellton, CA

Maria C.

5.0

Maria is exceptional. She is a self starter, an attentive and caring caregiver, and always willing to go above and beyond. As I am quadriplegic, Maria has helped me with bathing, toileting, dressing, stretching, cleaning, cooking, transferring to and from my bed, and many other tasks. Maria did an...

- James R.

Lelani R.

5.0

Lelani was great with our kids, 10 months and 3 years! We were in town for a wedding and needed help for the night. She brought fun toys for my three year old and put her to bed. She fed ours kids dinner and played with them all night. She is super sweet and fun and my kids loved her.

- Care member

April D.

5.0

April was the best caregiver I have ever hired. She is very patient and kind. My child cries for her whenever she leaves. When we have accidents she doesn't complain and cleans up the mess.

- pavinda W.

Kira H.

5.0

Kira was fantastic. She has a very warm personality, which makes communicating with her easy. I really enjoyed chatting with her for a bit when she came in before my child woke up from nap. I highly recommend Kira!

- Care member

Katherine C.

5.0

Katherine is phenomenal! She babysat for us for two years and was able to watch my wild kids when I had three under three. She is punctual, reliable, and my kids have an amazing time with her. She has a kindness about her and genuine love for kids that separates her from others. I am sad she has...

- Amanda G.

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