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

54 special needs caregivers are listed in Santa Barbara, CA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Santa Barbara, CA

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Tammy A.


Santa Barbara, CA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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.

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Nikole R.


Santa Barbara, CA

$30-33/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Best Friend

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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nikki is the best. She nannied my kids (age 2 and 4 at the time) two years ago for the summer and we still call on her as our first choice for babysitting. My kids get so excited when she comes over. Nikki's strengths are her genuine love for the kids she cares for...

Stephanie D.

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Rachel B.


Santa Barbara, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mom Of 2 Older Sons Is Here To Help. Come Home To Clean, Full, Happy Kids And A Tidy House

Hired by 12 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We didn't know what was missing until we hired Rachel. She connected with our family right away and the kids just lit up! We have a newborn and 5 year old. She was able to manage both without missing a beat! She is completely focused on their well being and having...

Kennedy O.

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Marva E.


Santa Barbara, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Asst/ Medical Asst

Hired by 1 family 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: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal care, visiting nurse & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Great Caregiver! Super sweet and caring! We love Marva! "

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Jennifer G.


Santa Barbara, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider Looking For Part Time Work

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.
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Alyssa S.


Santa Barbara, CA

$22-40/hr6 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Available For Summer Care

I teach students with moderate to severe disabilities and have experience working with students of all ages with a wide range of abilities.
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Cherith N.


Santa Barbara, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Need An In-home Nurse?

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...
Hello! Along with babysitting, I can help with light house keeping, running errands, and homework. I have my own car so I'd be able to drive myself to and from, along with your child if needed! I'm currently in school to get my Masters in Psychology, because of this I have experience with childhood to adolescent development. I...
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Elizabeth R.


Santa Barbara, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Elizabeth Ready

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...
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Devon J.


Santa Barbara, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Experienced Caregiver/ Assistant Available

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 have worked closely with disabled children for two years. I worked in an elementary school and helped children with special needs in a fourth grade classroom. Emotional and physical support!
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Nancy S.


Santa Barbara, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced - Caring - Educated - Dependable

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.
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Beth G.


Santa Barbara, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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...
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...
I am a compassionate, calm and responsible human. Caring and assisting for others is my first nature I have experience with many different needs.
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
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Carol T.


Santa Barbara, CA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Available Now

Thank you for your consideration. I have experience working with pediatrics w impairments, Add/adhd, autism spectrum. I am professional, reliable, and adapt easily to change. CPR trained, work well with children in need of specific one on one attention. Trained thru patient child interaction . Please contact me via phone or...
I have experience as a para educator who enjoys working with elementary age children with special needs.
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...
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Audrey B.


Santa Barbara, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient, And Experienced Caregiver

My passion for caring for neurodivergent and/or disabled people started when my younger sibling was diagnosed with autism in 2009. I have had lifelong experience with caring for autistic people, and have also cared for people with downs syndrome, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, BPD, and many others. I have also cared for people...

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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.

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.

Rachel B.

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

Marva E.

5.0

Great Caregiver! Super sweet and caring! We love Marva!

- 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 18 reviews of the 54 listed special needs caregivers.