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Find special needs caregivers in San Luis Obispo, CA that you’ll love

51 special needs caregivers are listed in San Luis Obispo, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Morgane C.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$28-45/hr12 yrs exp

French/English Speaking NANNY Available!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello everyone, my name is Morgane and I am originally from France and grew up in Southern California, now living in Missoula. When I was younger I volunteered at a daycare where I had the chance to interact with children of all ages as well as some special needs kids, which taught me a lot about patience and kindness. That is...
Morgane can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My kids LOVE Morgane!! She always comes over with a very positive, loving and fun attitude. She cooks meals for them and cleans up after it all. I work long hours so it's so nice to know my kids are with someone who doesn't just sit them in front of a TV and feed...

Cassandra H.

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Natalie T.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Attentive Nursing Assistant, Nanny And Mother

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Natalie and I have many years of experience caring for children and the elderly. I also am a mother so I care for children daily. I have experience caring for newborns, twins, preemies, toddlers, school aged children and elderly. I have also worked with special needs. I am attentive and caring. I have child...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Natalie is an incredible sitter! Not only does she have the experience of being a mother, she also incorporates patience, compassion and possesses an incredible skill set from her experience working in the school system with special needs kids. She was able to...

Christopher S.

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Jane L.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

15 Years experience with special needs client. Provided language assistance for non-verbal. Organized schedules, developed routines and taught good hygiene habits. Acted as patient advocate upon request. Assisted client with activities of daily living. Established a positive relationship with with client. Maintained...
As a special needs caregiver I can assist with anything you need. I'm open to learning new routines and new tasks to make the patient feel as comfortable as needed. I have 10+ years of caregiving experience.
Recently graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Sociology focusing on children and families. I have been working with kids on and off for about 10 years. I have always known I want my life long career to involve children, but I've been trying to decide which specific career I would like to pursue. I recently worked for a...
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Laura L.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Experienced Care Giver

I have worked with children who were mentally challenged and with children having autism. I am patient, assertive and loving with them as well.
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Sonci L.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Disability Caretaker

I have many years of caretaking and nannying experience with disabled children and adults. My academic background is in Health Sciences and Social Services focused on Community Health & Mental Wellbeing. I enjoy bringing compassionate, creative and respectful care to each experience.
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Alexandra S.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$26/hr8 yrs exp

Hi Families! I Am Looking For A Childcare Position Whether It Be Babysitting/nannying/caretaking!

Hi families! I am a child development major here at Cal Poly who has a passion for working with kiddos! Some of my previous experience include: Before/after school program teacher, day care teacher and manager, Pediatric Occupational Therapy Intern, nanny, and parental aid! I am going to grad school in a year to get my doctorate...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

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Caitlyn S.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$20-40/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Creative And Active!

Hello!! My name is Caitlyn and I am 21-year-old student studying biology at Cal Poly SLO (San Luis Obispo)! I have experience babysitting and helping out with children of various ages since I was younger in my hometown along with more recent experience this past fall where I was a house helper for a 2-year-old and 4-year-old. I...
Caitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Cait and I am a Child Development major at Cal Poly SLO. I have a passion for working with kids, enriched by my volunteering experience at elementary schools. I love the unique and funny characters kids have, making every moment with them enjoyable. I've been caring for children since I was young, from family...
Cait can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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Maeli M.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter And Pet Caregiver

Hi! I am currently a college student looking for a family to help take care of. I have worked with children for 6 years ranging from tennis lessons to being a nanny. I have also worked with children with down syndrome and other related special needs. Other than babysitting, I have worked with animals and in homes and am very...
Maeli can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Olivia S.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Energetic And Qualified!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Olivia and I'm a Kinesiology student at Cal Poly SLO (for 2 more quarters) with the ultimate goal of becoming a pediatric physical therapist. I have taken several child development and developmental psychology classes. I used to work as a gymnastics coach, where I was the preschool program director, so I know tons of...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Amandeep P.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$18-26/hr3 yrs exp

Meet Me!

Hi! I am reliable and a super caring person. I have a few years of experience taking care of my special-needs cousins over summers, as well as some younger kids while I attend college. I absolutely love spending time with kids. I am organized and stay aware of my surroundings, therefore I can provide a safe environment for kids....
Amandeep can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
I have 6+ years of experience working with kids including 4 years of experience working with children with special needs. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping, household chores. I love getting outside, being creative and working with children! I am open to working with any age range of children. I have experience from...
Sadie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Aiyana S.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$17/hr6 yrs exp

Happy Nanny

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi I am Aiyana ! I'm a 21-year-old College student, Preschool Teachers Assistant, and babysitter. I've had a love for childcare since I was old enough to hold a baby. Through high school I also coached children's gymnastics. I have also spent time caring for children with special needs, along with seniors in need of supportive...
Aiyana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Michelle M.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Medical In The Medical Field For 20+ Years. I Am Empathetic, Caring, And A Self-starter.

I'd describe my personality as empathetic, as well as a good listener. I like caring for seniors because Seniors carry a wealth of experience and knowledge. Spending time with them allows me to learn and connect with the past. Additionally, providing care offers a fulfilling sense of responsibility and accomplishment in making...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, respite care, errands, home modification & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Hello, my name is Natalie and I have many years of experience caring for children and the elderly. I also am a mother so I care for children daily. I have experience caring for newborns, twins, preemies, toddlers, school aged children and elderly. I have also worked with special needs. I am attentive and caring. I have child...
Natalie can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Stephanie L.


Pismo Beach, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I have 24 years of Special Education teaching experience. My Master's degree in in Special Education Mod/Severe with an emphasis on Emotional and Behavioral Disabilities. I have worked with children and adults with Autism and other developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Cornelia De Lang Syndrome, and...
I was a para educator in the middle school setting where I worked with children with autism. I also have a brother with autism.
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Madalyn L.


Grover Beach, CA

$20-50/hr16 yrs exp

Diverse Background. Former Teacher, Nanny, Special Needs/adults, Infant/children Etc.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone. My names Madalyn. I'm a 33-year-old mother of 3 myself with a beautiful background working with children of all ages, mental and physical need. I've worked with infants/children for the past 15+ years. I have helped many moms after birth with the care of their little ones. (Over nights as well) So they are able to...
Madalyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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