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

49 special needs caregivers are listed in Santa Maria, CA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Santa Maria, CA

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April D.


Santa Maria, CA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

3.7

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 50-year-old female who has been in the medical/care field for 6 years. My experience is as follows, I am CPR/AED FIRST AID certified thru the state with IHSS . I work with many different health needs for the elderly such Alzheimers Dementia, Stroke Development Disability for all ages which includes physical, mental...
5.0
"April was the best caregiver I have ever hired. She is very patient and kind. My child cries for her whenever she leaves. When we have accidents she doesn't complain and cleans up the mess."

pavinda W.

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Jordan M.


Santa Maria, CA

$15-16/hr5 yrs exp

Happy To Help With Anything You Need.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Jordan! I am 21 years old. I am a college graduate with an associates in biology and sociology. I am CPR certified, and also know first aid. I can help with taking care of kids of all ages, including helping in elderly care or special needs children. I have 6 years of experience when it comes to nannying. I would love...
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Jordan is very sweet and smart young lady! She's punctual and easy to communicate with! We just started using her and are very happy to have her helping us!"

Patricia S.

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Lelani R.


Santa Maria, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

30+ Years Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm LeLani. I have taken care of children since I was 12. At 18, I was a live-in nanny to two children & was assistant for 1 year at her daycare w/16 kids under 3. I have two children; a 30-yro boy & a 28-yro girl. Their whole lives, I worked at daycares & baby sat all my friend's children. I love to play & make sure each...
Lelani can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lelani was great with our kids, 10 months and 3 years! We were in town for a wedding and needed help for the night. She brought fun toys for my three year old and put her to bed. She fed ours kids dinner and played with them all night. She is super sweet and fun...

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Maria C.


Santa Maria, CA

$30-45/hr8 yrs exp

I am a very carrying and compassionate person. My friends would describe me as very patient, dependable and creative. I have a good sense of humor but can be serious when needed. I have a good work ethic and am professional. I have: -Over 7 years experience as a caregiver assisting with many duties some including meal prep,...
Maria can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"Maria is exceptional. She is a self starter, an attentive and caring caregiver, and always willing to go above and beyond. As I am quadriplegic, Maria has helped me with bathing, toileting, dressing, stretching, cleaning, cooking, transferring to and from my bed,...

James R.

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Nicole M.


Santa Maria, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

I worked with Special needs individuals for over 12 years from a group home setting to a date program
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Natalie C.


Santa Maria, CA

$30-50/hr2 yrs exp

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I am currently a behavioral technician have been for the past two years. I absolutely adore working with special needs. I work in a mid severe classroom with 2nd and 3rd.
Hello my name is Mariah and I've been working with kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder for over a year and a half. I love helping kids, I've worked with kids from 4-16 years of age. I am CPR/first aid certified and CPI trained as well. I am also currently in the process of getting my registered behavior technician license. I...
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Joeline S.


Santa Maria, CA

$20/hr2 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
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Briana C.


Santa Maria, CA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic And Bubbly Sitter

Hello families ! Just a little about me, I have worked with students and adults who have special needs for the last 2 1/2 years! I absolutely love what I do, and I am actually finishing up my undergrad this May with a major in Psychology, then starting a teaching residency program next spring to get my Special Education teaching...
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Maria C.


Santa Maria, CA

$25-45/hr4 yrs exp

-I have an Autistic Behavioral Analysis Certificate, have worked with children and adults applying ABA for 2 years. -experience working with quadriplegic individual assisted with all ADLs such as bathing, bowel program, light meal prep and light cleaning, laundry etc. -2 years experience working with adults with special needs...
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Rea H.


Santa Maria, CA

$23-50/hr14 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as energetic, funny, I like caring for people with special needs because I have a passion for what I do am very compassionate and I love the outcome after a task is been done if it's just a smile or a face gesture. It motivate me to do do my best and be a better person. Overall I tries my best to...
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Shealynn C.


Santa Maria, CA

$20-31/hr10 yrs exp

Mrs. Marshall

I have been in the child educational field for over 15 years going on 20. I have helped raise lots of children lots of family members. I have worked as a personal Nanny live in nanny. I have taught preschool ages 3:00 to 6:00 and then also toddler classroom which is 18 months to 36 months. All Montessori Beast some schools were...
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Andre H.


Santa Maria, CA

$18-50/hr5 yrs exp

I like caring for people with special needs because it's excites me to see a smile or a small nod or anything that shows I had accomplished something great for the residents each day. I also like caregiving because am very passionate about what I do and I tried to do my Best to provide the Best Quality of Life for each...
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Sean K.


Santa Maria, CA

$23-50/hr7 yrs exp

A Few Things To Know About Me!

I am a dedicated hardworking father of 2 young boys. I work in the oilfields at night every other week so my availability is open completely! I have 3 years of experience with infants and toddlers with special needs such as autism and Downs syndrome. I have experience with elderly people who suffer from Alzheimer's/Dementia....
Hello my Name is Connie , and my outstanding resume, experience and references qualifies me as the best choice to care for your loved one. My utmost goal is their safety, comfort and fulfill all your necessary medical needs coupled with a spirit of excellence, compassion and integrity. Hope to be that loyal fit to you and your...
I am working in memory care and assisting living in 4years of experience in providing care to elderly and disabled, I am caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients/residents through personalized and care required
I've done private care for many children and adults who have special needs. I believe it's important to make everyone feel safe and comfortable in a situation that brings the proper care.
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Monique D.


Santa Maria, CA

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Monique I'm 29 years old born and raised on the central coast. I have great experience in the field of caretaking. I've worked with many individuals with many different backgrounds I've always been a fast learner , flexible person when it comes to any job. I can provide references at your request. Thank you
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Natalie C.


Santa Maria, CA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I Work With Kids For A Living At Robert Bruce Elementary, With General Ed And Special Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I Can work with multiple kids at a time, and help with school work and homework. I am trustworthy, always willing to go the extra mile and great with kids. I'm studying nursing and hoping to incorporate my love for kids into my career...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hello, I have caregiving experience and that includes agencies therefore, I have worked with kids that have special needs. I have worked with kids with down syndrome, I have worked one case with a moderate autistic child, and a wheelchair bound child as well. I have 3 kids of my own ages 4, 5, and 7. I would love to care for...
Elisa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Santa Maria, CA

April D.

5.0

April was the best caregiver I have ever hired. She is very patient and kind. My child cries for her whenever she leaves. When we have accidents she doesn't complain and cleans up the mess.

- pavinda W.

Jordan M.

5.0

Jordan is very sweet and smart young lady! She's punctual and easy to communicate with! We just started using her and are very happy to have her helping us!

- Patricia S.

Lelani R.

5.0

Lelani was great with our kids, 10 months and 3 years! We were in town for a wedding and needed help for the night. She brought fun toys for my three year old and put her to bed. She fed ours kids dinner and played with them all night. She is super sweet and fun and my kids loved her.

- Care member

Maria C.

5.0

Maria is exceptional. She is a self starter, an attentive and caring caregiver, and always willing to go above and beyond. As I am quadriplegic, Maria has helped me with bathing, toileting, dressing, stretching, cleaning, cooking, transferring to and from my bed, and many other tasks. Maria did an...

- James R.

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Santa Maria, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 49 listed special needs caregivers.