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

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

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Jaquelin S.


Nipomo, CA

$29-50/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I am a student at UCSC and I work at a horse ranch that helps children with special needs. Also, I have been an occupational care provider for a few years
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Bonnie M.


Atascadero, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Social Worker With Experience Working With Disabled Child And Teenager. I Am Also, A Mother Of Two.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am experienced with autism. I have helped to bath, change and assist with feeding. I am comfortable with assisting a disabled children. I have been exposed to multiply diseases in my work as a Social Worker. I am looking to help a family part time as I still do Social Work part time.
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Morgan F.


Los Osos, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Learning Support Services

I have been fortunate to have almost a decade of experience in the Human Services field working with individuals with a diverse range of backgrounds and abilities in a therapeutic setting. I have worked with folks of all ages from 6 to 102 years old! I've discovered over the years that what I enjoy most is working with seniors....
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Lynette R.


Nipomo, CA

$19-50/hr20 yrs exp

About Lynette

I'd describe my personality as fun determined caring I like caring for people with special needs because it makes me believe that I am helping others. I'm looking for a job that gives me purpose. I started caring for people with special needs when I started teaching 20 years ago. I loved the students that were in my...
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Brianna V.


Atascadero, CA

$22-40/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs

I've worked with the autistic and developmentally disabled adults as my second job for about 2 to 3 years now. I work for a program that's houses people with many different types of disorders and behaviors. I love my job, very rewarding! I've learned a lot and I am still learning a lot, every day is a new day with a new set of...
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Kathleen G.


Atascadero, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kathleen and I am a college student looking to earn some extra money to support my children and I. I have approximately 12 years of experience with children ages 6 weeks and older. I have worked privately as a childcare provider, worked in a daycare facility for about 8 years and have three children of my own,...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CNA

Hello, I currently work with special needs students in an elementary school setting. Would love to chat more.
Hi, I am Cassandra and I've been babysitting children of all ages for about 2-3 years. I would like to tell you a little about myself, I am a Cuesta College student, I have played basketball since elementary school, and have done much for our community. I am very big on child development while also helping the parents keep the...
I have done ABA therapy for 4 years as a Behavior Interventionist with children from the ages 3-14. I loved building a bond with the kiddos and seeing them reach their goals we set when we first met. I have also worked with a kiddo who had cerebral palsy for 2 years where I cooked light meals, took him for walks, and did diaper...
I have a lot of experience in child care specifically working with children with special needs or disabilities. I was inspired to come into this field by my cousin who is my age and diagnosed with autism. She is the same age as me and we grew up living next door to each other. I have a lot of patience for those who genuinely...
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Melinda T.


Atascadero, CA

$17/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Or Full-Time Special Needs Caregiver With Tons Of Experience

I have always had a passion for caring for people, kids especially. I decided to take a Child Development: Special Needs course in college, and I absolutely loved it. I had a clinical job for 2 weeks at a child care center where I learned so much.
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Kristen K.


Arroyo Grande, CA

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I am in college studying Early Childhood Special Education. I have worked with several kids who have autism along with my cousin who has severe down syndrome. I have also babysat for kids with other health issues who need medications on a regular basis so I am used to that. I always get along really well with the special needs...
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Michele H.


Arroyo Grande, CA

$25/hr

Masters Degree In Early Childhood Education

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi :-) I have been working with young children/infants for over 15 years- about 18 months ago I was in a head on collision, and stepped away from the position I was currently employed through for children under 3 born with a special need or delay in one area). I have currently been cleaning houses, as something to do- and make a...
Michele can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Maria P.


Atascadero, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Maia , I have 30 years of experience doing home care . I have experience with special needs, Parkinson's, dementia, quadriplegic, mental disorders, etc . Contact me for more information and references. Looking forward to meet your expectations.

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Ratings for San Luis Obispo, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in San Luis Obispo, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 52 listed special needs caregivers.