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59 special needs caregivers are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Santa Barbara, CA
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...
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...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jo! I am RBT trained and looking to work with special needs families! I love to work on late weekday nights and weekends as well as overnight sitting!
Josephine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Welcome Families! My name is Jenna. I have worked with children and families for over 12 years. I have worked as Nanny for various families in a full-time, part-time, temp, and on-call capacity. I have worked with newborns, infants, toddlers, preschool, elementary age, and preteens/teens. I also have experience with multiples...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
CPR
Macy W.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, Santa Barbara Families! I Can't Wait To Meet And Assist You!
Hi! I'm Macy, I'm a student at SBCC from Kansas City. My positive experience in previous babysitting roles and my innate desire to positively impact children's lives have led me to this fulfilling career. I'm known for my patience, calmness, and creativity, which helps me connect with children on their level.
I have spent years...
Macy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Bella N.
Santa Barbara, CA
$15-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Bella! I'm a student at SBCC with a passion for working with children. Growing up with a younger sister with autism, I've have tons of experience in caring for children with special needs, as well as a deep understanding of patience, adaptability, and compassionate care. In addition to my experience with special needs...
Bella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have years of experience with children including infants, toddlers, elementary school aged kids, all the way up through pre-teens, special needs, and medical needs management. I am fun and reliable and I love taking care of others, as well as helping with meals, cleaning and organizing!
I am Adult and Pediatric First...
Hagan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hi my name is Lydia! I am from a big family with lots of kids so I grew up babysitting, taking care of kids for weekends and house sitting. I worked with special needs children during my time at highschool and currently nanny for my niece and nephew.
Lydia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jacqueline E.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Currently I am working as a para educator at a local junior high school . I love my job. I l assist general classrooms and also assist special need students. I like working with kids because it is very rewarding. Seeing them grow up and learn new things is an awesome feeling.
I started working with kids a couple years after...
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello! My name is Annika. I am 24 years old. I just finished my Bachelor's in Liberal Studies at CSUCI and hope to become a teacher in the near future. I am moving to San Diego in early July and am hoping to find a family to work for! I have had 10+ years of childcare experience. I have experience with ages 8months-15 years old!...
Annika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Warm, firm, and outgoing personality will fit with most children, parents, grandparents. Studying psychology masters coursework. Have work with special needs children for four years but have other experience with family members.
Joeline can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Amalia N.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm on the older side of 10 siblings. I grew up helping out my Mama and taking care of my younger siblings. My family also fosters through this I have learned to take care of children with special needs and behavioral issues. I am a natural care giver to children! This helped me get my job, I currently work at Elementary...
Amalia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Blaise R.
Santa Barbara, CA
$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a second year student at SBCC majoring in business marketing with a plan to attend culinary school post graduate. I have 3 years of experience caring for children, and in the summer of 2024, I've worked with Sacramento County In Home Supportive Services as part of care program for special needs family member (my sister), as...
Blaise can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Clementine! I'm an experienced and responsible babysitter. I have worked as a summer camp counselor at Peak2Pacific and at Peer Buddies. I was a swim instructor at the Montecito YMCA. I am certified in First Aid/CPR/AED. I have worked as a tutor at San Marcos High School and helped students with AP Physics and AP...
Clementine can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
looking for babysitting job!
-5 years of experience (babies-teens, special needs)
-CPR, lifeguard, and first aid certified
-trained swim lesson instructor
- interactive! (I don't do screen time)
- flexible schedule
Cameron can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Joanna R.
Santa Barbara, CA
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Growing up the oldest of seven, I have always been inclined to caring for others. I have worked as a Preschool Teacher, Direct Care Professional, Nanny, Ski Patroller, and Camp Counselor including people with special needs such as seizure disorders and autism. My two favorite demographics to support are children and elders. I am...
Joanna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Charlotte M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-49/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Charlotte, and I was a stay-at-home mom for 18+ years. I also worked part-time as a real estate professional when my kids were in their teenage years. I love children and loved being a stay-at-home mom. I am a caring, loving, and devoted caregiver in many ways and feel very confident in the caretaking of infants...
Joanna R.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Growing up the oldest of seven, I have always been inclined to caring for others. I have worked as a Preschool Teacher, Direct Care Professional, Nanny, Ski Patroller, and Camp Counselor including people with special needs such as seizure disorders and autism. My two favorite demographics to support are children and elders. I am...
Joanna can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
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: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services, visiting nurse & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hi there! I'm a dedicated and enthusiastic nanny with a knack for creating a fun and nurturing environment for children of all ages, including those with special needs. With three years of experience, I've honed my skills in providing attentive care while also managing household tasks like housekeeping and cooking. Patience is...
Franie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
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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 16 reviews of the 59 listed special needs caregivers.