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Special needs caregivers in Solvang, CA

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Caitie J.


Solvang, CA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting And Animal Care

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I work with special needs children, mostly kindergarten and elementary. I do 1/1 work mostly. I'm an Instructional Assistant, Special Education for LVUSD. Working with kids has always been my passion. Ever since I started working with special needs children, I feel like it has changed my life! They are stronger than anyone...
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Marva E.


Santa Barbara, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Asst/ Medical Asst

5.0

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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: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, visiting nurse & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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

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Tammy A.


Santa Barbara, CA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

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 was great and would highly recommend! She was patient, supportive, flexible and hard working. I can tell she cares and wanted to help me heal. 5 out of 5 for sure."

Bridget A.

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Katherine C.


Goleta, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible And Fun Loving Babysitter

Hi, I'm Katherine! I'm a student at UCSB double majoring in Sociology and English with the plan of eventually becoming an elementary school teacher! I've been babysitting for over 5 years and have experience with children aged newborn to teens! I can take care of multiple children at once, even if they're all young/close in age-...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katherine is phenomenal! She babysat for us for two years and was able to watch my wild kids when I had three under three. She is punctual, reliable, and my kids have an amazing time with her. She has a kindness about her and genuine love for kids that separates...

Amanda G.

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Brooklyn R.


Goleta, CA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Brooklyn I am a third year at UCSB. I have been babysitting professionally for the last 3 years, I have worked with a variety of family's proving different services such as school pick up/drop off and day and night babysitting. I have watch children from the age of 3 and up and also have experience with special...
Brooklyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Zoe S.


Goleta, CA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Zoe and I recently just graduated high school, and am hoping to find a babysitting gig or nanny position this summer. I have babysat and nannied multiple families on and off the island, and I have also worked in the childcare industry as a ski instructor the last four years. I also am familiar and comfortable with...
Zoe can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Colin B.


Goleta, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I just moved up to Santa Barbara from San Diego, specifically Encinitas. I am studying fire science as I am currently working to become a firefighter. I've spent the past 5 or more years caring for kids, ages 0-16 as well as geriatrics, special needs, sick patients and others. I am a registered EMT. In the summer, I work...
Colin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ali C.


Goleta, CA

$30/hr1 yrs exp

Hi there!! I have been babysitting and nannying for several years and have lots of experience with most ages from 3 months to 15 years. I don't have much special needs experience specifically, but would love to gain more. I personally have some mental health issues I struggle with on a daily basis, as well as diagnosed ADHD, so...
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Sarah J.


Lompoc, CA

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello there! My name is Sarah :) I have worked as a babysitter/nanny for over six and a half years now. I am currently employed as a respite care provider for special needs children, I'm also a speech aid for my local school district, and I provide direct care for adults with special needs! I have my A. A in Behavioral and...
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Rebecca S.


Goleta, CA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter And Nanny

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, compassionate, responsible, and nurturing. I started working with kids when I was in high school and continued to do so through college. I have professional experience in child development and with working with children with special needs.
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Erin O.


Goleta, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Based

Hi! I'm Erin. I have about 12+ years of experience in childcare, from providing in home care and babysitting to working with kiddos with special needs. I love working with kids of all ages and giving them space to learn naturally through play!
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah J.


Lompoc, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I have over 7+ years experience as a nanny. Over 5+ years experience with special needs. I have worked in education previously for 3 years. I also have my Bachelors in speech pathology. In my previous job, I was a program coordinator for a non profit whose main objective is to assist youth and adults with special needs. I...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with kids for 7 years. I am comfortable working with children of all ages and mobility levels. I have taken care of children ages 3 months up to 15 years old, as well has children with disabilities and on the spectrum. I have worked as a full time nanny which included driving kids to and from school, nap...
Isabella can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Molly O.


Goleta, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

I have been babysitting and tutoring since the age of 13, and working as a summer camp counselor at various camps for the past 6 years. I have worked at theater camps, day camps for children with special needs, STEM focused summer camps, and have worked as a children's surf instructor ! I have a car, and feel comfortable...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hey, im Nasreen(18), I just graduated high school and am going to UCSB to study psychology next year. I am interested in the teaching industry specific to those with special needs and i'm interested in gaining some experience!
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Lori L.


Lompoc, CA

$14-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Trustworthy

I am a social worker with special concentration and experience working with special needs kids and adults. I have various day and times open including weekends.
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Carolina A.


Lompoc, CA

$20-25/hr

Caregiver Ready To Learn !

My name is Carolina and I am taking a break from school and saving money to continue my studies. I learn quickly, I am very responsible and live to work with people.
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Jenna S.


Santa Barbara, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Positive & Energetic Nanny

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

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Tara B.


Goleta, CA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

The Ultimate Care For Your Child

Hi everyone! My name is Tara and I am a college student here at UC Santa Barbara. I have lots of experience watching children; my mom has owned a daycare for many years, I have worked at numerous summer camps watching children, and have volunteered at special needs summer camps as well as babysat multiple families. I am also an...
Tara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Solvang, CA

Marva E.

5.0

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

- Care member

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.

Katherine C.

5.0

Katherine is phenomenal! She babysat for us for two years and was able to watch my wild kids when I had three under three. She is punctual, reliable, and my kids have an amazing time with her. She has a kindness about her and genuine love for kids that separates her from others. I am sad she has...

- Amanda G.

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