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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Carpinteria, CA

The average rate is $22/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Carpinteria, CA

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Fawn Ray K.


Carpinteria, CA

$30-50/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiving And Taking Care Of Those With Special Needs

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I have worked off and on with children and elderly care patients with different types of special needs, both privately and through my church and also for about 10 years when I lived at a camp and ran programs for them. I had a business for 10 years, caregiving for elderly.
I've helped in our special needs class room at my church for the last 5 years and have been a caregiver to a special needs 7-year-old. This includes driving her to therapy and participating with her as well as feeding, teaching communication skills, bathing, taking to and from school, and being there full time overnight with...
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Holly H.


Carpinteria, CA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

LVN

I have been an LVN since 1993. I have worked doing respite care and home health visits for seniors , adults and children with special needs . I worked for the first 5 years of my career in a Skilled Nursing Facility as a Charge Nurse and Admissions Nurse . I have been a case manager for hospice and home health agencies in...
My name is Yaneli. I have been working with children for 3+ years. And have experience working with children with disabilities. Have worked at schools. Have done tutoring.
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Chelsea A.


Carpinteria, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Playful And Gentle Child Care!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Chelsea. Thank you for reading my profile! As a conscientious young woman with a Psychology degree and 18 years of consistent experience with children from newborn through young adulthood, I would love to make an impact on your family's development and happiness! My thousands of hours working in schools, nurseries,...
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I am a highly experienced nanny and school-aged childcare teacher with a knack for wrangling kids of all ages, from babies to twins. In my adventures, I've cared for a 2 and 5-year-old duo and survived the shenanigans of a 4/5-year-old during two wild summers in Santa Barbara. I've also navigated the chaos of a family with three...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Fawn Ray K.


Carpinteria, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giving For Those In Need

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

To Whom It May Concern, i've been caregiving for 14 years, and I love it! The fact that I get to love on people who are struggling to find a voice after so many changes in the Physical and mental health. My job is to come in and remind them of who they are despite these losses they are still loved, valued and cherished. I love...
Fawn Ray can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Esther R.


Summerland, CA

$28-44/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Nurturing, Professional Nanny

5.0

(12)

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have an extensive knowledge in providing care for children from newborn, preschool, twins and all ages. I have an exceptional cooking availability to cook organic nutritional meals. I will provide transportation to and from school if needed. I am very loving, caring, trustworthy, energetic, flexible and bilingual (Spanish and...
Esther can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Esther took care of our two boys for several years and we we're very pleased with her services. Our boys loved her as she was very caring and thoughtful, dependable and went the extra mile to make us all feel comfortable. We would definitely hire her again it we...

Steve T.

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Rachel B.


Santa Barbara, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mom Of 2 Older Sons Is Here To Help. Come Home To Clean, Full, Happy Kids And A Tidy House

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional nanny, personal assistant and postpartum doula. I love nurturing children of all ages! I have had the privilege of working with over 47 families since COVID. Including working at the Miramar. I specialize in infants and children with special needs. My own sons are 21 and 24 years old. They went to Montecito...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We didn't know what was missing until we hired Rachel. She connected with our family right away and the kids just lit up! We have a newborn and 5 year old. She was able to manage both without missing a beat! She is completely focused on their well being and having...

Kennedy O.

Growing up the oldest of seven, I have always been inclined to caring for others. I have worked as a Preschool Teacher, Direct Care Professional, Nanny, Ski Patroller, and Camp Counselor including people with special needs such as seizure disorders and autism. My two favorite demographics to support are children and elders. I am...
Joanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Margaret A.


Santa Barbara, CA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time CPR-certified Caregiver Available NOW!

Hello! I just wrapped up 2 years working in SB as a youth treatment counselor for kids 10-18 struggling with drug/alcohol addictions and will be starting graduate school at Antioch University to be an LMFT this fall. I have been babysitting for the past 7-8 years and am experienced with ages ranging from 7-16 (as well as a sis 5...
I have been fully vaccinated for COVID and love nurturing children of all ages! I specialize in infants and children with special needs. My own sons are 19 and 22 years old. They are now thriving adults living on their own. I would be happy forward background report, DMV records, negative COVID test and resume. I have...
Growing up the oldest of seven, I have always been inclined to caring for others. I have worked as a Preschool Teacher, Direct Care Professional, Nanny, Ski Patroller, and Camp Counselor including people with special needs such as seizure disorders and autism. My two favorite demographics to support are children and elders. I am...
Joanna can also help with: Personal care, errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Devon J.


Santa Barbara, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Experienced Caregiver/ Assistant Available

Hi there! I'm a nanny with 13+ years of consistent and diverse childcare, household management, and personal assistant experience. I have worked in pre-schools, church nurseries, a daycare, and have been lucky to work for dozens of families in their homes. I have experience working with and caring for children and adults with...
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Marva E.


Santa Barbara, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Asst/ Medical Asst

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a Native from Santa Barbara California, I've worked in acute care, Cottage Hospital, VNA Serenity House, I also worked with special needs at Hillside House, and have worked privately for residents in the community with dementia, as well as stroke patients and people suffering from Lou Gehrig's disease and MS
Marva can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, visiting nurse & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Marva is an amazing person. She is kind and devoted. She is also courageous and strong. Her positive attitude is remarkable. She is also honest and loyal."

KATRINA M.

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Scott M.


Ventura, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Childcare Provider For Special Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

NEW Full availability! I am an experienced and passionate childcare provider who enjoys working with children with all needs. Over the past 5 years, I have gained valuable experience working with autistic children on the spectrum. This has given me a deep understanding of the unique challenges and needs of children with special...
Scott can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We love Scott! Scott is always punctual, clean, and professionally attired. He is very kind, gentle, and patient with my husband. Scott is knowledgeable and pays close attention to detail and direction. You will never have to worry about asking something twice...

Janelle C.

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Nikole R.


Santa Barbara, CA

$30-33/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Best Friend

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I came from a pretty large family, so the reality is I started helping out with younger siblings and cousins right out the gate. The thing is I was always naturally good with kids and I really enjoyed it. Then when I got a little older I took some "working with children" classes, I became the go to neighborhood babysitter and...
Nikole can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Nikole has been our full time childcare provider for over two years! She has lovingly cared for my children since they were infants. She is extremely dependable and flexible to our needs. She has been a wonderful person to have caring for our children!"

Christina P.

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Crystal M.


Ventura, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I have an extensive background Working with both typically developing students and special needs students. . I've taught all age groups from infants to high school. I have experience teaching elementary and middle school as well as working . I homeschooled my own daughter whose now . I am 40 years old and willing to help...
Crystal can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"I have been relying on Crystal as my go-to babysitter for the past five months, and I must say, she is absolutely amazing! Her exceptional qualities and dedication have truly impressed me and my son. I am thrilled to write this review to highlight Crystal's...

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Tammy A.


Santa Barbara, CA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Tammy. Caregiving is my Passion! I have been a professional caregiver and personal assistant for over 20 years in the Santa Barbara area. I have worked with a range of clients from newborns to elderly with a variety of needs, abilities, accommodations. I place a high value on confidentiality and discretion with all...
5.0
"Tammy helped me during a long recovery period after complicated foot surgery. I found her to be flexible, caring, proactive, and extremely positive. She is a wealth of information about wellness and healing, a great listener, and a remarkable human being. I feel...

Jennifer S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Carpinteria, CA

Esther R.

5.0

Esther was amazing. My mom, recovering from surgery, needed daily support and Esther was there with a quick, compassionate response. She was warm, kind, compassionate and in great communication. I would highly recommend Esther and will be reaching out to her in the future.

- James D.

Rachel B.

5.0

Rachel is AMAZING! I trust another mother's instinct around safety, kindness and encouraging good manners. Our kids begged for her to come back and make cupcakes! Plus the house was tidy and fresh when we returned. Thank you Rachel!

- Care member

Marva E.

5.0

Great Caregiver! Super sweet and caring! We love Marva!

- Care member

Scott M.

5.0

We love Scott! Scott is always punctual, clean, and professionally attired. He is very kind, gentle, and patient with my husband. Scott is knowledgeable and pays close attention to detail and direction. You will never have to worry about asking something twice of Scott. He always gets it the...

- Janelle C.

Nikole R.

5.0

Nikki has been w/ our family for over a year now, and she is a gem! The kids love her, and she integrated into our family easily. She has traveled with us, done overnight, and drives the kids to various activities. Here is a summary of her strengths: —excellent communication w kids and...

- Kathy T.

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