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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 $23/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Santa Cruz, CA

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Samantha C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$19-50/hr4 yrs exp

Samantha UCSC 3rd Year Chemistry Student

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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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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 miss 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 10+ years of childcare experience. I appreciate working with all ages and meeting each child where their age, interest, or style...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Heidi O.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Career Nanny With Degree In Early Childhood

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I received an Associate's Degree with High Honors from Cabrillo College in Early Childhood Education (ECE). I also completed Specializations in Working with Culturally Diverse Families, Anti Bias Curriculum, and Infant/Toddler Care. I have over 40 ECE units, including infant classes, a special needs class, and a health and...
Heidi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Vanessa R.


Boulder Creek, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(6)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I have a lifetime of experience with children of all ages. Recently relocated to the area. Adventurous world traveler to 35 countries, amateur chef, music & animal lover. Kind, patient, nurturing, creative, fun & trustworthy. Stepmom to 1 daughter (3-8). I LOVE kids & will take care of them as if they're my own! I helped care...
Vanessa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Trustline Certified

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My son had a great time, thanks."

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Megan H.


Scotts Valley, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

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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Lauren G.


Scotts Valley, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Lauren, Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Lauren! I have worked as a private nanny for 3 families a total of 4 years. Since starting Care. com I have worked with over 15 families within the app! I also teach kids ballet classes at my local dance studio and have been doing that for 3 years! I love teaching it is so fun watching little ones grow into their...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lauren was GREAT and we will be hiring her again!!"

Zachary S.

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Tessa Z.


Soquel, CA

$20-35/hr3 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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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, personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, respite care & more
I have a lifetime of personal and professional experience caring for others. Recently relocated to the area. Adventurous world traveler to 35 countries, amateur chef, music & animal lover. Kind, patient, nurturing, creative, fun & trustworthy. Stepmom to 1 daughter (3-8). I helped care for my 6 siblings, babysat, & nannied for...
Vanessa can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, specialized care, personal care, visiting physician
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CPR

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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.
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Eve M.


Scotts Valley, CA

$45-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Eve M. Originally from Estonia, lived in NY 20 years and now 6 years in CA. I have 20+ years experience with children age newborn to 7 years old, some of them with food allergies, autism and speech delay. The first years in children life is very important for the future and love to help them with development...
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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Rachel O.


Soquel, CA

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter/nanny

I've worked with children with special needs in various settings! For starters, I tutored a 6-year-old girl in reading for about a year who was diagnosed with severe A. D. H. D. My main goals with working for her was for her to be able to read at her age level, and doing so required on my end a lot of patience, energy, focus,...
Hello, my name is Hilary! I am open to getting certified to help care for children/adults with special needs.
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: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia, hospice services & more
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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I've been a care provider almost my entire life. I've worked with babies. children with special needs and seniors. I'm a good natured fun loving person. I have several letters of recommendation. I'm CPR & first aide certified. Im also a certified medical assistant. I'm a hard worker I'm honest adaptable and loyal. I have an...
Michele can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Michele L.


Scotts Valley, CA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Young At Heart And Full Of Experience When It Comes To Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Michele I live in Scotts Valley Taking care of children has always been my passion. I find working with children a rewarding experience. My first job, at the age of 16, was working with 2-year-olds at Winnie The Pooh Daycare I continued to work there for five years. I worked there while attending DeAnza College...
Michele can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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