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Ivonne B.


Castroville, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

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Howdy! My name is Ivonne B. I've been working with people with developmental disabilities since 2016. I worked at a day program, which sparked my interest in this field. I then moved onto working at an independent living service agency. I've been at this ILS company since 2018, and truly enjoy working with all my clients. On...
I have been working in Special Education for MPUSD for around 9 years and also after school care for special need adults for over 4 years. I have my own transportation
Deborah can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care
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Jawharrah C.


Marina, CA

$17-22/hr

Would Live To Be In Contact Soon

Hello :) I would love to work for your family, and be able to make your lives a little easier. Please feel free to contact me anytime! Specialities: - Children with Special Needs
Hello my name is Nataly Diaz I am 23 years old. I have been a caregiver/nanny for over 2 years. I enjoy what I do. I have experience working with elderly, children, pets, and special needs individuals. Please reach out for more information about me.
Nataly can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
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Jackie L.


Salinas, CA

$25-35/hr

Full-Time Special Needs Provider Available

With over 10 years of experience in home Healthcare as a Caregiver; I am an expert relationship builder with proven adaptability in diverse situations. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, results oriented, hard-working, trustworthy and reliable. I have strong analytical skills in solving problems of diverse situations with an...
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Wendy A.


Salinas, CA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Wendy A. Bio

For the past 26 years, I have worked with special needs individuals in their homes, school programs, and their adult residential facility as a DSP. I have worked in all aspects of their lives. I performed ADLs (activities for daily living), including feeding, bathing, dressing, brushing teeth, helping with physical therapies,...
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Ericka S.


Watsonville, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Extensive Emergency Medical Training And I Provide Compassionate Reliable Care For All Ages

I have always provided care since I was very young. I am in the medical field, mostly in an emergency room setting for over 12 years. I have a degree in radiology and computed tomography. I have extensive Medical Care providing background. I also have experience babysitting and childcare for people with special needs. I am one...
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Renie S.


Salinas, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Help

I've worked with a lot of clients with special needs from children to adults .. I'm punctual and dependable
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Carolina Z.


Salinas, CA

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

Behavioral Tech

Currently working at a school taking care of students with behavioral problems as well as with special needs . I help them with there classwork and anything they need help with .
Carolina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Megan D.


Marina, CA

$17-27/hr4 yrs exp

I have 5 years of experience with babysitting/ care taking. I have worked at a day care at a gym working with kids from 6 months to 12 years. I have plenty of experience working with just a few to 15 children at a time. I have 7 years working with special needs. I have references and would love to meet to see if I'm a potential...
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Deborah D.


Marina, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available Most Weekends

I have worked in a Special Ed for almost 12 years . I worked mostly with students between 18 and 22 years of age doing community base instruction . I have done after school care for my autism students . Right now I'm working in a high school during the week and looking for extra work for weekends
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Jessica S.


Salinas, CA

$17-28/hr8 yrs exp

I am currently an early intervention specialist that works with children from 0-3-year-old. I use to work as a behavior specialist that provided ABA therapy with kiddos with disabilities. I have been working with kids with special needs for 8 years now. I am also doing part time caregiving for the elderly some weekends. I love...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

My experience helping individuals with special needs started in high school and has continued throughout young adulthood in a variety of settings. While in high school, I assisted peers with physical and cognitive disabilities during our Physical Education class. Throughout college, I worked at an organization called Western...
I'm a caregiver with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. I have been providing reliable child care for over five years, and I'm committed to making a positive impact on children's lives. I believe in open and honest communication with parents and follow their preferred methods and lead when it comes to...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Molly H.


Marina, CA

$17-40/hr7 yrs exp

Companion/caregiver With Experience As A Speech Pathologist

I have 7 years of experience working with adults and children with special needs as a speech pathologist. I enjoy working with adults and helping children.
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Joanna T.


Aptos, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Children Are Our Next Generation Let Be Positive Influences!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I've had a lifelong love for caring for kids . I've been a nanny for five wonderful families and have looked after my nieces, nephews, and two God daughters, one with special needs. There hasn't been a kid I've met that I haven't liked or and I haven't met a kid that doesn't like me. I love inspiring their imagination and...
Joanna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Jo took care of my twin boys from 9 months to 2 years old and I wish we could have her with us forever. She has so much positive energy, creativity, and kindness. She mindfully encouraged independence -- "You've got this!" she would say. I trust her completely. I...

Amy F.

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Ryann B.


Seaside, CA

$23-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Ryann, and I've been working with kids for 12 years. I moved to CA from CO with my family five years ago, and we just relocated from the Bay Area to Seaside. I'm currently looking for occasional work while I finish my psychology degree. I have experience with all ages, a massive soft spot for babies and toddlers, and...
Ryann can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ryann was FANTASTIC. We hired her to watch our fussy 6 month old at a hotel while we attended an event. Not only was she not professional with communication, preparation, and timeliness - she was exceptionally wonderful with our daughter. Within minutes of arriving...

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Kenneth G.


Aptos, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Family Assistant/ Odd Jobs/ Pet Care/ House sitting/ And More

I have worked with a variety of children in a variety of settings since 1994. First as a tennis coach for kids, then as a Residential Treatment Counselor for 10+ years, in-home Autism Therapist, as a Family Assistant on a large estate in Santa Cruz for 9 years, and as a special needs caregiver for 6+ years. I am currently a...
Kenneth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Laura is a respectful and responsible individual, who goes over and beyond to ensure all children and families receive the best possible care. I had the pleasure working directly with Laura at a preschool in Newport Beach, CA, where she was a valuable team member...

Christy L.

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Marcela O.


Watsonville, CA

$29/hr6 yrs exp

Vibrant And Caring Part Time Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Marcela, 28 years old - Fluent in Portuguese English and a medium Spanish I have two bachelor's degree and am working toward a degree in health. 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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Trustline Certified

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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Castroville, CA

Joanna T.

5.0

Jo was our nanny for our daughter for almost two years. She started when our daughter was only 3 months old and saw her through many milestones. She was kind, compassionate, caring, and focused on helping our daughter learn new things each day. She is also excellent with communication. I cannot...

- Care member

Ryann B.

5.0

Ryann was FANTASTIC. We hired her to watch our fussy 6 month old at a hotel while we attended an event. Not only was she not professional with communication, preparation, and timeliness - she was exceptionally wonderful with our daughter. Within minutes of arriving she connected with the baby and...

- Care member

Laura C.

5.0

Laura took excellent care of our 8 and 11 yo sons for 1.5 years. We were sad she moved. She picked them up from school and drove them to after school activities 3 days a week. Other days she played with them at the park, or thought of fun exercises to do in the house. She was always early,...

- Jen H.

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.

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