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49 special needs caregivers are listed in Goleta, CA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Goleta, CA

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Katherine C.


Goleta, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible And Fun Loving Babysitter

5.0

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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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katherine is phenomenal!! She will play with your kids, she listens to any and all direction give to her, she’s kind, and she’s just truly amazing at what she does!! "

Care member

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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...
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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...
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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Molly O.


Goleta, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

I have been babysitting and tutoring since the age of 13, and working as a summer camp counselor at various camps for the past 6 years. I have worked at theater camps, day camps for children with special needs, STEM focused summer camps, and have worked as a children's surf instructor ! I have a car, and feel comfortable...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Colin B.


Goleta, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I just moved up to Santa Barbara from San Diego, specifically Encinitas. I am studying fire science as I am currently working to become a firefighter. I've spent the past 5 or more years caring for kids, ages 0-16 as well as geriatrics, special needs, sick patients and others. I am a registered EMT. In the summer, I work...
Colin can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Zoe S.


Goleta, CA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Zoe and I recently just graduated high school, and am hoping to find a babysitting gig or nanny position this summer. I have babysat and nannied multiple families on and off the island, and I have also worked in the childcare industry as a ski instructor the last four years. I also am familiar and comfortable with...
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tara B.


Goleta, CA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

The Ultimate Care For Your Child

Hi everyone! My name is Tara and I am a college student here at UC Santa Barbara. I have lots of experience watching children; my mom has owned a daycare for many years, I have worked at numerous summer camps watching children, and have volunteered at special needs summer camps as well as babysat multiple families. I am also an...
Tara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with kids for 7 years. I am comfortable working with children of all ages and mobility levels. I have taken care of children ages 3 months up to 15 years old, as well has children with disabilities and on the spectrum. I have worked as a full time nanny which included driving kids to and from school, nap...
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Rebecca S.


Goleta, CA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter And Nanny

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, compassionate, responsible, and nurturing. I started working with kids when I was in high school and continued to do so through college. I have professional experience in child development and with working with children with special needs.
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Brooklyn R.


Goleta, CA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Brooklyn I am a third year at UCSB. I have been babysitting professionally for the last 3 years, I have worked with a variety of family's proving different services such as school pick up/drop off and day and night babysitting. I have watch children from the age of 3 and up and also have experience with special...
Brooklyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Caitie J.


Solvang, CA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting And Animal Care

I work with special needs children, mostly kindergarten and elementary. I do 1/1 work mostly. I'm an Instructional Assistant, Special Education for LVUSD. Working with kids has always been my passion. Ever since I started working with special needs children, I feel like it has changed my life! They are stronger than anyone...
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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, visiting nurse, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"She is very integral, very prompt and one of the most caring, sincere & responsible people I’ve ever met! "

Care member

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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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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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Josephine F.


Santa Barbara, CA

$22-50/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Jo! I am RBT trained and looking to work with special needs families! I love to work on late weekday nights and weekends as well as overnight sitting!
Josephine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Annika J.


Santa Barbara, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny Available

Hello! My name is Annika. I am 24 years old. I just finished my Bachelor's in Liberal Studies at CSUCI and hope to become a teacher in the near future. I am moving to San Diego in early July and am hoping to find a family to work for! I have had 10+ years of childcare experience. I have experience with ages 8months-15 years old!...
Annika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Beth G.


Santa Barbara, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I love helping people. I have over 10+ years experience, and current experience caring for those with special needs--clients, patients and individuals diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia, Alzheimer's, Depression; people, young and old diagnosed with Autism across the Spectrum. I am passionate about helping people. I love seeing...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Goleta, CA

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.

Marva E.

5.0

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

- Care member

Tammy A.

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 very lucky to have found her.

- Jennifer S.

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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