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Find special needs caregivers in McKinleyville, CA that you’ll love

20 special needs caregivers are listed in McKinleyville, CA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in McKinleyville, CA

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Kelly P.


McKinleyville, CA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For Evening And Weekend Hours - Can Care For Children W/ Special Needs.

5.0

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Hello! I have worked professionally providing services to children and adults with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I am currently a social worker providing service to adults with disabilities. I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages and can get along with just about any family and kiddo. I...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Kelly was amazing. She was a nanny at our weekend wedding. My daughter is really picky on who she spends time with and Kelly captivated her. Kelly was creative and had many beautiful games planned for the kids. She was very comfortable watching multiple children as...

Halie A.

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Kelly P.


McKinleyville, CA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring For Children With Special Needs - Part Time

Hello! I have worked professionally providing services to children and adults with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I am currently a social worker providing service to adults with disabilities. My experience includes working as a play based therapist for children with autism and developmental disabilities for 8...
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Maddie R.


McKinleyville, CA

$22-27/hr • 1 yrs exp

Everyone Is Human

I have several family members on the Autism Spectrum and am blessed for growing up with them because it has created a love for working in this field. I was a Behavioral Therapist for a company called CARD (Center for Autism and Related Disorders) and it was such a rewarding and fulfilling experience for me.
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Sydney F.


McKinleyville, CA

$17-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Sydney and I have been working in special needs child education for over a year now and absolutely love it. I have worked at multiple different school helping both in classrooms and one on one with students who require more attention and assistance than most. I am fully trained in teaching behavioral skills to...
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Naia P.


McKinleyville, CA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

A Bit About Naia

Hi! I have over 7 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I have worked as a full-time nanny for the past three. Along with being an au pair in Italy this past summer. I have a background in Waldorf schooling and practice many Waldorf-inspired activities with the kids I work with. Including arts/ crafts,...
Naia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I'm a passionate and caring childcare provider with 2 years of experience. My love for nurturing children's development led me to this profession. I have some college education and have also completed Early Childhood Education (ECE) training. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I always strive to create a safe and nurturing...
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Sydney F.


McKinleyville, CA

$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Count On Me To Bring The Fun!

Hello! My name is Sydney, I am 22 years old and I just recently moved to Humboldt county! I have been working in child care for over 5 years at several different establishments including gyms, days cares and special Ed schools. I also have 3 years of experience working one on one in personal elderly care. I am more than capable...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Zoe W.


Arcata, CA

$17-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

The Cool And Adventurous Sitter

Hi! I'm Zoe, I am 18 years old and experienced with kids of all ages. I am a trained cook and able to do most household chores and tasks. I love to do fun activities with the kids I hang out with and take care of and am very sociable. I am reliable, patient, outgoing and bouncy. I am currently in college, majoring in psychology...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Heather R.


Arcata, CA

$18-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experiences Caretaker For Autistic Children

I worked as a one on one for autistic children in school settings. I still work After School Program being a one on one with an autsitic child in Bayside. I believe being good at this position all comes down to being a great listener to their concerns and/ or needs. Knowing what they are into, what makes them laugh, having fun.
Hi there! I'm a very outgoing, responsible and reliable person. I have worked with differently abled people in the past and find it very rewarding. Caring for others is such a joy and I hope you'll consider me. :)
Hey! My name is Miller (I go exclusively by Millie) and I'm a future teacher currently attending Cal Poly Humboldt! I've worked with kids as a babysitter on and off since I was in middle school, and I am a person kids like being around. I love kids and value their safety over absolutely everything else, while also doing my best...
Miller can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sarah F.


Arcata, CA

$17/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am a very energetic, fun, silly, outgoing, outdoorsy, kind, athletic, and caring person. I absolutely love kids, I hope to have a bunch of my own someday. Kids have always been very drawn to me because of how fun and caring I am. I am currently studying art with plans to become an early ed. art teacher! I have been...

Jack H.


Arcata, CA

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have helped people with disabilities through chance and conincedence, now I hope to help people actively. Most of my experience with disabilities lies with the fact that I do in fact have aspergers, so it is easily for me to relate with people who have disabilities l.
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Alexis B.


Eureka, CA

$22/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun!

Over my life I have worked in many capacities that involved caring for children. I have served as an Elementary school teacher, nanny, babysitter, pet sitter, house sitter, after school care provider, teaching assistant, and camp counselor. As the oldest out of 7 kids I can confidently say that your children will be a piece of...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She loves kids so much and did a wonderful job looking after our children. You can be confident that your kids are well taken care of with her. Our kids were always happy to see her."

Michelle P.

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Francesca B.


Eureka, CA

$17-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Francesca

Hello! I'm Francesca (nickname is Frankie), and I am a freshman at Cal Poly Humboldt, majoring in Environmental Studies. I have a passion for environmental sustainability and animal conservation. I come from a large family and have been babysitting ever since I can remember. I have a brother 4-years younger than me, and cousins...
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Deborah G.


Eureka, CA

$17-18/hr

Reiki Master/Healer-Cranio Sacral And Somato Emotional Release Therapist

I ran my own Family Daycare for over 20 years. Entrusted in my care were many special needs children during that time. I take pride in being a very loving and compassionate person. I have been going to school for the past 10 plus years to add different healing and energetic modalities and enhance my knowledge of helping others....
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Rachel M.


Eureka, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Care Giver

I have 10+ years of experience working with preschool age children up through 18 years of age. I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I have been a camp director at Flips for Kids Gymnastics, Juvenile Corrections Officer, a 1:1 aide for a child with special needs, a...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Paula H.


Eureka, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

A retired social worker, former Girl Scout Leader and Workplace First Aider, mother and grandmother, I am well equipped to perform all caregiver tasks. I have extensive experience dealing with learning disabilities, autism, and behavioral issues. As a social worker, I spent almost 10 years working with individuals with...

Ashlee M.


Eureka, CA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Or Neurotypical Childcare

Hello! I currently work in schools providing behavior intervention support for students with various diagnosis. Previously, I worked in the home setting as a one on one consultant for behavior intervention. I am a mother myself, to a bright 3-year-old boy. Since I am off for summers, I am looking for something fun, familiar and...
Ashlee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Ashlee M.


Eureka, CA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Or Neurotypical Childcare Offered

Hello! I currently work in schools providing behavior intervention support for students with various diagnosis. Previously, I worked in the home setting as a consultant for behavior intervention. I am a mother myself, to a bright 3-year-old boy. Since I am off for summers, I am looking for something fun, familiar and easy to...

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