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Special needs caregivers in Capitola, CA

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Eve M.


Scotts Valley, CA

$45-50/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Eve M. Originally from Estonia, lived in NY 20 years and now 6 years in CA. I have 20+ years experience with children age newborn to 7 years old, some of them with food allergies, autism and speech delay. The first years in children life is very important for the future and love to help them with development...
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Marcie M.


Soquel, CA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

I enjoy being with special needs individuals, especially along the Autism and Downs Syndrome spectrum. I also have experience with CP. I have worked in school settings with special needs classes with dance and music as well.
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Aleah A.


Felton, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Nurturing Nature Music And Creativity

With years of babysitting experience, as well as being the daughter and occasional assistant of a Waldorf preschool teacher, I have learned the importance of creating enriching activities that foster a sense of wonder for nature, music, and art. Additionally, my training as a birth Doula and experience with special needs...
Aleah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Michele L.


Scotts Valley, CA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Young At Heart And Full Of Experience When It Comes To Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Michele I live in Scotts Valley Taking care of children has always been my passion. I find working with children a rewarding experience. My first job, at the age of 16, was working with 2-year-olds at Winnie The Pooh Daycare I continued to work there for five years. I worked there while attending DeAnza College...
Michele can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lindsay L.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-41/hr2 yrs exp

Looking For Work As A Nanny(:

Hi(: I hope my profile finds you well, my names Lindsay I'm from Santa Cruz California and in my time living here I've done many different care programs from working in my churches daycare I attended as a young adult to babysitting. My current job for the last 2 years of my adult career has been in the school system I'm...
Lindsay can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Marlene D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Behavioral Specialist

I have been a Behavioral Specialist for 3 years now going on 4. I absolutely love my job working with kids is my passion. I'm pursuing my ABA journey by continuing school. I'd be so excited to help your family out!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have a years' worth of experience working with autistic, epileptic, and physically handicapped individuals. I am currently enrolled through In-Home Support Services (IHSS) and have been providing assistance and also implementing personal life skills to those people, ranging from how to navigate working on a personal...
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Kerry Y.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-35/hr4 yrs exp

Experieced And Professional Caregiver

I have over four years of experience being an excellent caregiver for people with mental disabilities and the elderly. I am a licensed massage therapist who utilizes my knowledge of nutrition, physical therapy, yoga, psychology and massage in my caregiving career. I help my clients find purpose in their life by encouraging fun...
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Michele L.


Scotts Valley, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I have 25 years experience working with special needs children. Most recently I'm working with twin girls who are now three, been with the family since they were newborns. Also worked with many families of different levels of special needs.
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Sofia W.


Aptos, CA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I currently go to community college, in hopes of becoming a marriage and family therapist! I have sat for my 4 younger cousins my entire life, as well as a special needs child for a year! I adore family and children and am happy to lend a helping hand whenever needed :)
Sofia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Laura C.


Aptos, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible And Reliable With Several Years Of Experience Caring For Children Of All Ages!!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a responsible, patient, and reliable individual that has over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including infants and special needs. I have been a nanny for several years, and have also worked in private and state preschools all over California, which require Early Childhood Developmental Units (I have...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Hannah L.


Aptos, CA

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny Available

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Hi parents! I am a 29-year-old woman who just moved back to Santa Cruz to be near family. I graduated Cal Poly SLO with a BS in Marketing and Minor in Social Studies. I worked through college with a few daycare/nanny positions. First at the San Luis Obispo Country Club as the Club Daycare Provider. I worked at the Lahontan Golf...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Cassandra C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-27/hr7 yrs exp

Just A Reasonable And Kind Human, Who Genuinely Enjoys Kids.

Hi! I have worked with children in so many wonderful settings. From 2 years as a horse wrangler and teacher at summer camp, nannying for multiple families over the years, tutoring in English Literature, in-town day camps, and volunteering at a special-needs equine therapy center, I have learned so much about relating to...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello, I believe intreating people the way I want to be treated. I have worked in environments of special need children and adults. I am caring and a gentle person with a positive attitude. I enjoy all walks of people and would love to help with someone who has special needs.
Hi all! A little about my work experience: I've been taking care of little kids for a couple years now, whether that be family members or actual babysitting gigs! Recently I had an opportunity to work at a summer camp which offered extra support for behaviorally challenged and special needs students, which was completely...
Hana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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Sanne M.


Felton, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking A Live-in Full Time Caregiver Position

Seeking: Full time Live-In Caregiver position for female consumer in the Santa Cruz area. I'm a responsible caregiver/teacher with over 15 years professional experience in all age groups. I'm experienced in the field of special needs, developmental disabilities and physical disabilities. I like to promote physical, emotional...
Sanne can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, personal care, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Alexa A.


Los Gatos, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Very Caring, Loving Nanny/Driver/HPA.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

35 yrs. of experience, It is very fulfilling for me to provide care and assistance to people who need my help. My experience is in a home, infant & adult care that require an adult supervision and special needs independently and professionally. The tasks performed include medication reminder, preparing meals, feeding, bathing,...
Alexa can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Alexa works for me and she is excellent. I would recommend her for child care without any hesitation. Anitha"

Anitha V.

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Tori P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced And Graduate-Educated Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi parents! My name is Tori and thanks for reading my bio. Here are some quick facts about me as a caregiver: I am recently graduated masters student to be a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have about 9 years of paid childcare experience for children 4 months to 12 years of age. I also have experience as a nurse...
Tori can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"We really needed a temporary nanny during the COVID-19 crisis so that my husband and I could work and keep our jobs and Tori was it! She was very punctual, super reliable, great with the kids (3 and 5) and very dedicated to her job. Even though we both knew it was...

Jinny C.

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Marcela O.


Watsonville, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Vibrant And Caring Part Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Marcela, 27 years old - Fluent in Portuguese English and a little Spanish I have a bachelor's degree and am working toward a degree in nursing. I am creative, vibrant, flexible, and understanding. I am excellent at listening to and observing kids, which helps me learn about them and their needs to be the best caretaker I can...
Marcela can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Trustline Certified

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Marcela is AMAZING! She is very warm and kind! She is such a hard worker and is professional and reliable. Anyone would be blessed to hire her!"

Ariel K.

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Vanessa R.


Boulder Creek, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I have a lifetime of experience with children of all ages. Recently relocated to the area. Adventurous world traveler to 35 countries, amateur chef, music & animal lover. Kind, patient, nurturing, creative, fun & trustworthy. Stepmom to 1 daughter (3-8). I LOVE kids & will take care of them as if they're my own! I helped care...
Vanessa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had a great experience working with Vanessa. We hired her to sit for our children while we were staying at a resort. She was prompt and communicative. She handled a tricky situation with room service with care and attention and our kids were very happy after...

Evan S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Capitola, CA

Alexa A.

5.0

Alexa works for me and she is excellent. I would recommend her for child care without any hesitation. Anitha

- Anitha V.

Tori P.

5.0

Tori was amazing as our summer sitter! She was engaged with us as well as the kids, happy, playful, and did all the things a nanny should do - coming up with fun activities daily, teaching the kids manners at every opportunity, and just plain being FUN. We were all so sad our time together ended but...

- Jessica P.

Marcela O.

5.0

Marcela is AMAZING! She is very warm and kind! She is such a hard worker and is professional and reliable. Anyone would be blessed to hire her!

- Ariel K.

Vanessa R.

5.0

Vanessa was great! Communicative, kind, and I felt like my kid was in good hands.

- Care member

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