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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Santa Barbara, CA
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am Paige :)
I am a college grad from St Catherine University with a degree in Occupational Therapy.
I currently work at Fraser as an Intensive ABA Behavioral Health Tech for kids ages 2-7 with level 3 autism.
My previous experience comes from 10+ years of child care (new borns-middle school) I have worked as a nanny...
5.0
(1)
I am a credentialed Special Education Teacher in Southern California. Can work with students or adults in any setting. With my credential I can also help other children in grades K-8. Please contact me with what you need and I can let you know how I can assist you or your family.
Tammy A.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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.
Rachel B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Mom Of 2 Older Sons Is Here To Help. Come Home To Clean, Full, Happy Kids And A Tidy House
5.0
(9)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny, personal assistant and postpartum doula. I love nurturing children of all ages! I have had the privilege of working with over 47 families since COVID. Including working at the Miramar. I specialize in infants and children with special needs.
My own sons are 21 and 24 years old. They went to Montecito...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel is AMAZING! I trust another mother's instinct around safety, kindness and encouraging good manners. Our kids begged for her to come back and make cupcakes! Plus the house was tidy and fresh when we returned. Thank you Rachel! "
Care member
5.0
(5)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Macy and I am a recent UCSB Graduate with a major in Pharmacology! I am a pre med student currently taking classes online and working part time before applying to medical school next year. I love kids and have experience working with children with Special Needs and children of all ages. I have previously worked as a...
Macy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Macy was so flexible and professional on a really stressful day with the kids. She was an absolute life saver during a wedding we needed childcare for during the ceremony. The kids loved her!"
Hannah A.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families 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: Dementia, hospice services, visiting nurse, live-in home care, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is very integral, very prompt and one of the most caring, sincere & responsible people I’ve ever met! "
Care member
I have a Nursing background and experience with working with Critical Care clients and clients with Parkinsons, Multiple sclerosis, Spinal cord injuries, Acute Flaccid myelitis, Cerebellar degeneration, Alzheimer's, and Cystic Fibrosis.
I teach students with moderate to severe disabilities and have experience working with students of all ages with a wide range of abilities.
Hello! My name is Cherith. I'm a registered nurse with over 10 years of experience in critical care and med-evac flight nursing. I am comfortable with caring for all ages from infants to seniors. My experience working in the ICU has allowed me to become an expert in bed bound patients with extensive medical needs and my flight...
I have helped out with special needs classes since I was in 7th grade. I have taught special needs kids how to swim and play weather polo. I was apart of leadership in high school and had to facilitate special Olympics along with proms and parades for the special need kids.
Hello my name is Elizabeth I Maintained confidentiality of all patient information as per policies. I Participated in all staff meetings to maintain quality of services. Managed completion of daily notes for my individuals and prepared reports for client status and services as per quality processes. Also analyzed client...
Joeline S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$27/hr • 2 yrs exp
Authentically Care For People Leaving Them Feeling Loved And Appreciated
Authentically Care For People Leaving Them Feeling Comfortable & Appreciated... while working on our goals, firm and warm encouragement. Toddler to Dementia experienced caregiver.
Administer medication and meals as scheduled following diet restrictions with proper nutrition, and tasteful cooking techniques, low carb & fat...
Patricia A.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have worked with ppl of all ages w a variety of special needs. I am extremely patient and willing to learn anything!
Hi there! I'm a nanny with 13+ years of consistent and diverse childcare, household management, and personal assistant experience. I have worked in pre-schools, church nurseries, a daycare, and have been lucky to work for dozens of families in their homes.
I have experience working with and caring for children and adults with...
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...
Rachel B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been fully vaccinated for COVID and love nurturing children of all ages! I specialize in infants and children with special needs.
My own sons are 19 and 22 years old. They are now thriving adults living on their own.
I would be happy forward background report, DMV records, negative COVID test and resume.
I have...
Charlotte M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Charlotte, and I was a stay-at-home mom for 18+ years in the Conejo Valley. I love children and loved being a stay-at-home mom. I am a caring, patient, compassionate and devoted caregiver in many ways. I am very confident in caring for infants and children. I moved to Santa Barbara about five years ago when my...
Andrea G.
Santa Barbara, CA
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
While I do have no experience working with special needs, I believe all children are special and I am more than willing to be trained in all services necessary
Alondra P.
Santa Barbara, CA
$22-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have experience as a para educator who enjoys working with elementary age children with special needs.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Santa Barbara, CA
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.
Rachel B.
5.0
Rachel was incredible with our kids! She watched 4 kids ranging in age from 7 to 12 and they had a BLAST with her! We were gone for almost 11 hours at a wedding and she kept them busy and having fun the entire time! Got them set with 2 meals during that time and all were in bed sound asleep when we...
- Care member
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.
Macy W.
5.0
Macy was flexible, arrived on time, and was amazing with our little. She even ran last minute errands for me with our little in tow. Super trustworthy, kind, patient, and easy for my toddler to trust. I plan to hire her again for our next event!
- Annelisa R.
Marva E.
5.0
Marva has always been such a generous and caring caregiving. She works very hard, sometimes multiple shifts back to back, and always does what she can to make her patients feel comfortable and at home. I was fortunate enough to be trained by her.
- Care member
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Ratings for Santa Barbara, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.