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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Santa Cruz, CA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Santa Cruz, CA

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Cassie M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-33/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Sitter And Fun Personality

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello parents my names Cassie! I am a 24-year-old experienced nanny. I love all things outdoors, arts, music, and reading. I have done child care for about 6 years. I have loads of experience working with children from the ages 3 and up. I have worked at daycares, teaching kids how to snowboard, tutoring and co-teaching...
Cassie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lindsay L.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-41/hr2 yrs exp

Looking For Work As A Nanny(:

Hi(: I hope my profile finds you well, my names Lindsay I'm from Santa Cruz California and in my time living here I've done many different care programs from working in my churches daycare I attended as a young adult to babysitting. My current job for the last 3 years of my adult career has been in the school system I'm...
Lindsay can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Cassandra C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-27/hr7 yrs exp

Just A Reasonable And Kind Human, Who Genuinely Enjoys Kids.

Hi! I have worked with children in so many wonderful settings. From 2 years as a horse wrangler and teacher at summer camp, nannying for multiple families over the years, tutoring in English Literature, in-town day camps, and volunteering at a special-needs equine therapy center, I have learned so much about relating to...
Cassandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Olivia Rose W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$22-32/hr3 yrs exp

Olivia W From Santa Cruz, CA

I'm an outgoing and artsy college student at UC Santa Cruz majoring in education, and I love to work with kids! I have 3 years of childcare experience, plus on and off sitter jobs on the side for about 6 years. I also have 11 years of music theory knowledge. I can help with housekeeping and swimming supervision, as well as arts...
Olivia Rose can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, nice to meet you! My name is Eva and I have resided in Santa Cruz for three years after attending SFSU. Since then, I have worked as an assistant teacher and an occupational aide at the preschool-second grade level, providing support for special needs students. In addition, I have worked in children's entertainment,...
Eva can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Samantha C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$19-50/hr4 yrs exp

Samantha UCSC 3rd Year Chemistry Student

Hello! My name is Samantha and I am currently a student at UCSC. I have more than 4 years of childcare experience, from working as a counselor at summer camps and babysitting in my home town. I have experience with special needs children as well! I'd describe my personality as bubbly, friendly and caring I started working...
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Ysabella L.


Santa Cruz, CA

$21-35/hr4 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Babysitter

Hi! I'm a passionate and energetic caregiver with 10+ years of experience working with kids of all ages, including those with special needs. I currently work at both a high school and an elementary school, and I love creating fun, engaging experiences for children through crafts, sports, and hands-on activities. I'm also happy...
Ysabella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lauren D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, Patient, And Fun Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As an accounting professional and proud aunty, I still enjoy working with kids as I did all through my school years. While saving for home improvement projects, I'm excited to be back to care. com to build on 15+ years of childcare experience. I appreciate working with all ages and meeting each child where their age, interest,...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Megan H.


Scotts Valley, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've worked for IHSS along with a program called balance4kids where I would go into the schools and be a one to one aid for kids with different special needs. I also attended a lot of events for special needs kids with my little sister who has Downs syndrome.
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Tessa Z.


Soquel, CA

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Tessa, an experienced care giver looking forward to meeting you! I've worked as a nanny in the past and spent a year working at a special needs school. My goal is to become a pediatric occupational therapist and I spent the summer working with a therapist who helps children on the spectrum. I'm compassionate,...
Tessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Aleah A.


Felton, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Nurturing Nature Music And Creativity

With years of babysitting experience, as well as being the daughter and occasional assistant of a Waldorf preschool teacher, I have learned the importance of creating enriching activities that foster a sense of wonder for nature, music, and art. Additionally, my training as a birth Doula and experience with special needs...
Aleah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Maria C.


Ben Lomond, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Patient, Caring And Trustworthy Caregiver

Hello, I took care of my aunt and grandmother when they became dependent and ill. I care for a special needs teenager and care for elderly folks. I have been care giving for 10 years. I left the corporate world as a recruiter in 2000. I decided to pursue my passion and what brings me joy and happiness. I look forward to meeting...
Maria can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care, respite care & more
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Marcie M.


Soquel, CA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

I enjoy being with special needs individuals, especially along the Autism and Downs Syndrome spectrum. I also have experience with CP. I have worked in school settings with special needs classes with dance and music as well.
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for children's growth and development. I have more than 3 years of experience caring for children, as well as having some experience with special needs kids. I have the skills and knowledge to ensure their safety and well-being. I'm patient, calm, and being part of a large...
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Oona B.


Soquel, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Oona and I'm a 23-year-old student. I'm going into my senior year at ucsc and manage a small flower farm in Soquel. I've been babysitting/nannying since I was 13. I babysat for multiple families and some with multiple children ranging from newborns to middle school aged children. I also have experience with...
Oona can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Isabella M.


Soquel, CA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Warm Loving Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Isabella. Thank you for your interest. I have been working with babies for 15 years consecutively. I love this age because of the quality of presence it requires and gives. I am attuned to the subtle communication of babies and am able to provide a high quality of warm and loving care. I love being in nature...
Hello, my name is Hilary! I am open to getting certified to help care for children/adults with special needs.
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Renee S.


Ben Lomond, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have raised two children. I worked at a daycare hor 5 years and I have worked in a church nursery for the last 15 years. I love children, especially babies. I have also worked with special needs children with down syndrome, autism, William's syndrome and medically fragile children. I am willing to do any tasks necessary to...
Renee can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

My names Megan, I've been working and caregiving for a wide range of kids, adults, seniors and special needs for many years. Each requiring a different level of high care. I'm CPR and first aid certified along with having experiencing doing shifts on an ambulance while I was Perusing a career in fire.
Megan can also help with: Respite care, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more

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Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.