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Rebekah D.

Special Needs Care Provider

San Luis Obispo, CA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
9 years experience
I have been providing special needs care to an adolescent with a rare syndrome for the past 4 months. In that time his life has drastically improved due to the impact I've been able to make upon his life. I put everything I have into this job to impact as many areas of his life as I am able to. I could never treat a care giving...
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Special Needs Helper

San Luis Obispo, CA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
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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A little more about me

San Luis Obispo, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello SLO County families! I'm a highly experienced nanny and babysitter seeking a new part-time position. I have over two decades of experience working with babies and small children and love doing care work so much that I've continued doing it alongside running my own nutrition and women's health business. I have an...

Melinda M. says "Kymber helped us raise our son from age 2 months to 1.5 years. We are only changing the caregiver situation because she did such a wonderful job with him...

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Special Needs Caregiver

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
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...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$25/hr
20 years experience
My name is Kim. I stared working with devolpmentally disabled adults in 1992. As soon as I started working with this population I knew I would do this as my career. I've also worked with the elderly in private care. I have a huge heart and can work with anyone. I now run a caregiving company in San Luis Obispo and work with a...
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Caring Care Provider

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$10/hr
I have not had experience caring for those with special needs, but am a caring and attentive person, who would like to gain experience.
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Experienced And Fun Loving Caretaker

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I have years of experience caring for infants, children, and teens. I have worked as a therapeutic recreation aide with special needs kids of all ages. I am great at communicating, caring for, and engaging children and adults with disabilities. I love initiating fun and progressive activities of all kinds!
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South Bay Nanny/ Sitter - Free Up Your Time

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi! Does anyone need a nanny/babysitter? I currently work with kids with special needs and would love to take care of your little one(s)/household needs. Can provide references, and background check. Thanks!
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Caring And Fun Sitter

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I am local educator with a Master's degree in Special Education. I have years of experience assisting for a home-run childcare and nannying through Care. com. I am a CPR and First Aid certified swim instructor for all ages. I have lots of experience working as a therapeutic recreation leader for children and adults with...
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Energetic College Student Looking To Babysit!!!

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! My name is Hailey and I'm a 19-year-old college student pursuing criminal justice. I love children because they are so energetic and bright. I grew up with 5 siblings and 2 younger cousins whom I took care of consistently. My younger sister has special needs so I know how to work with children of all physical,...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello families! My name is Kylie, I am a graduate with a bachelors of science in Child Development. I've had 2 years of experience working with 4-5-year-olds as a paraprofessional in special education, 6 months as a preschool teachers assistant, and a 3 month internship working as a nature-based occupational therapists helper....
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$28/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Megan, and I'm a 20-year-old student at Cal Poly looking for a part-time babysitting or nanny job. I have over five years of experience working with children of all ages, from infants to school-age kids, and I have worked extensively with children with special needs. My background includes working at a daycare, so...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Amandeep, and I'm a reliable, caring, and attentive babysitter with 4+ years of experience working with children of various ages, as well as caring for special-needs adults. I genuinely love spending time with kids and creating a safe environment where they can feel comfortable and cared for. I am highly...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Carly. I am 22 years old and a fourth year child development major at Cal Poly. I currently am interning for an occupational therapy company, which is what I hope to pursue as a career. I love children and have worked with them since I started babysitting at 14 years old. Since then I have also worked as a preschool...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Holly, and I am 33 years old. I have been caring for children in different capacities for two decades, having started my first babysitting job when I was only 13. Through the years, I have been a nanny, live-in family helper, tutor, special needs care provider, Behavior Interventionist, special ed classroom aid, and...
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Child care

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello everyone my name is Emma I am a 20-year-old college student looking for a fun interactive summer job while also pursuing something I love. Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My three years of babysitting experience have solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. I...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hey! I'm Rocio and I have been caregiving for a child with special needs for about 3 years, I'm looking for some side work with other families, but nothing regular. I'm 23 and love being outdoors, creating, and having fun!
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hello! I am a caregiver and educator with a Master's degree in Special Education from Cal Poly SLO. I have years of experience in caretaking for adults with special needs and senior care. I love getting to know new people and chatting about personal interests. I am available to lend a helping hand and become a new friend.
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Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello! My name is Alison (Ali). I live in Elk grove. I am a graduate of Laguna Creek High School. I'm attending Cal Poly SLO as a freshman, majoring in child development! I started working with kids in summer of 2023. I worked as a pool monitor & watched the kids at the pool all summer! Once swim season was over I got a front...
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