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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Carpinteria, CA

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Carpinteria, CA

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Chelsea A.


Carpinteria, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Playful And Gentle Child Care!

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Chelsea is a very responsible and caring person who will go above and beyond what is asked of her."

Jennifer W.

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Fawn Ray K.


Carpinteria, CA

$30-50/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiving And Taking Care Of Those With Special Needs

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.
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Holly H.


Carpinteria, CA

$17/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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Fawn Ray K.


Carpinteria, CA

$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: Dementia, home modification, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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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 13 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rachel was able to jump right in and help care for our 3.5 month infant. She was great at soothing the baby and let her have some epic contact naps! Baby was happy and well rested every time we worked with Rachel! She was also very communicative and reliable. We...

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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...
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Clementine C.


Santa Barbara, CA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter, Swim Instructor, Tutor, And More!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Clementine! I'm an experienced and responsible babysitter. I have worked as a summer camp counselor at Peak2Pacific and at Peer Buddies. I was a swim instructor at the Montecito YMCA. I am certified in First Aid/CPR/AED. I have worked as a tutor at San Marcos High School and helped students with AP Physics and AP...
Clementine can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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: Dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, light cleaning, companionship, errands & 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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Olivia M.


Ventura, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with not with autism I am very patient I have experience I have 8 kids there all married... also I am a caregiver for 20 years With good references...
5.0
"Wonderful caregiver! Highly recommend!"

Nancy S.

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Thank you Scott for your patient assistance and guidance for our son this week. It means so much to us."

Jessica W.

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Macy W.


Santa Barbara, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Flexible And Fun Sitter, Tutor, Cleaner

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Macy and I am a recent UCSB Graduate with a major in Pharmacology! I am a pre med student currently taking classes online and working part time before applying to medical school next year. I love kids and have experience working with children with Special Needs and children of all ages. I have previously worked as a...
Macy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Macy was so flexible and professional on a really stressful day with the kids. She was an absolute life saver during a wedding we needed childcare for during the ceremony. The kids loved her!"

Hannah A.

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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, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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...

Kathy T.

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Nancy S.


Santa Barbara, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced - Caring - Educated - Dependable

I am a credentialed Special Education Teacher in Southern California. Can work with students or adults in any setting. With my credential I can also help other children in grades K-8. Please contact me with what you need and I can let you know how I can assist you or your family.
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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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Jade P.


Ventura, CA

$20-45/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Jade P I am 24 years old and looking to become a nanny here in San Diego. I am a 3rd year transfer student at UC San Diego from Ventura C. A. I am very good with kids and good with routines. If you are in need ASAP give me a call if you are interested. -Cared for special needs children at Douglas Penfield School...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hi! My name is Charlotte, and I was a stay-at-home mom for 18+ years. I also worked part-time as a real estate professional when my kids were in their teenage years. I love children and loved being a stay-at-home mom. I am a caring, loving, and devoted caregiver in many ways and feel very confident in the caretaking of infants...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Carpinteria, CA

Chelsea A.

5.0

Chelsea is an amazing nanny - one I would highly recommend (and have been) to everyone. She's been working part time (~25 hrs) for my family for 6 months now and we couldn't be happier with her. First of all, she truly cares for our little girl and it shows: this is not a job for her, but a...

- Ana J.

Rachel B.

5.0

Rachel was incredible with our kids! She watched 4 kids ranging in age from 7 to 12 and they had a BLAST with her! We were gone for almost 11 hours at a wedding and she kept them busy and having fun the entire time! Got them set with 2 meals during that time and all were in bed sound asleep when we...

- Care member

Olivia M.

5.0

Wonderful caregiver! Highly recommend!

- Nancy S.

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.

Macy W.

5.0

Macy was flexible, arrived on time, and was amazing with our little. She even ran last minute errands for me with our little in tow. Super trustworthy, kind, patient, and easy for my toddler to trust. I plan to hire her again for our next event!

- Annelisa R.

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