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Amelia A.


Capitola, CA

$20-25/hr

Dedicated And Dependable Caregiver

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Hi there, my name is Mia. I am a licensed behavioral therapist with 2+ years experience working with children who have autism. I am patient, kind and trustworthy. I hope to hear from you soon!
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Taylor W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider

Hello! My name is Taylor, and I am a 24-year-old UCSC graduate. I have 5+ years of experience caring for children ranging from 3 mo - 10 years old. Additionally, for the past 2 years, I worked extensively with adults and the elderly (ages 20-85) as a case manager and mental health worker, both in residential care and...
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Lindsay L.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-41/hr • 2 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Eva J.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Eve M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$45-50/hr • 5 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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Shara M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind Gentle Joyful Aide With 30 Yrs Experience

Hello, my name is Shara. Caring for individuals with unique abilities has been my passion since I was a teenager. I began by coaching Special Olympics track, swimming, and basketball, and I quickly fell in love with this amazing community. Over the years, I've worked in a variety of environments offering support and...
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Elena A.


Capitola, CA

$17-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

Responsible And Experienced College Student

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have worked as a nanny for the past two years and have had professional experience working with groups of kids aged 1 to 13. I have volunteer experience working with larger groups of kids through my previous church's vacation bible school, I was a counselor there 4 consecutive summers in middle school and high school. I...
Elena can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello, I believe intreating people the way I want to be treated. I have worked in environments of special need children and adults. I am caring and a gentle person with a positive attitude. I enjoy all walks of people and would love to help with someone who has special needs.
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Ysabella L.


Santa Cruz, CA

$21-35/hr • 4 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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Maria C.


Ben Lomond, CA

$20-25/hr • 2 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: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care, respite care, transportation & more
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Michele L.


Scotts Valley, CA

$17-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

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: Hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Kenneth G.


Aptos, CA

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

20+ Years Of Special Needs Work Experience

I have worked with a variety of children having Special Needs since 1994. For 12 years I worked as a Residential Treatment Counselor for abused/ neglected children in San Francisco. I spent 1 year as an in-home ABA/ Behavior Therapist for children with Autism in San Mateo County. I moved to Santa Cruz and was employed as a...
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Holley Q.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caring Adult Who Loves Learning And Giving In Special Circumstances

I'm a patient caregiver who loves encouraging others in challenging circumstances. Understanding and patience is essential in helping people live their best lives, that being the ultimate goal.
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Torey P.


Felton, CA

$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Kind, Creative, Athletic Caregiver

I am a kind, compassionate, and reliable caregiver looking for a long-term position in the Santa Cruz area. I have had experience working with individuals with a wide variety of needs, and I bring a hard-working attitude and a willingness to assist families with whatever it is they need support with. I am an excellent cook with...
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Emma W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-32/hr • 1 yrs exp

Experienced Behavior Tech

Hi there! I'm Emma, and I have both personal and professional experience caring for people with disabilities. My brother is on the autism spectrum and is non verbal, and I spent my life caring for him via bathing, grooming, cooking, and cleaning. More recently, I have been working as a Behavior Tech in a SPED classroom, working...
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Tenaya S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-30/hr

Part-time Caregiver

I am occupational therapy student in the masters program at San Jose State. I LOVE working with children and adults. I have volunteer experience working with children in a pediatric clinic setting and lots of experience working with children in summer camp and educational contexts. I am especially passionate about supporting...
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Elena P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full Time Part Time

My name is Thess, I am responsible , loving person and I am passionate about everything I do and I love children, I believed that children deserve love and dignity and should care for a though they are your own family.
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Amber D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have been a nanny and a babysitter on off my whole life. It was my go to side job growing up, and still now into my adulthood. I am 25, and just completed my certification in nurse assisting (CNA). I am extremely compassionate, and care deeply about people. My favorite job which I still miss is being a service coordinator....
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Yolanda G.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Bilingual Senior Care Giver

Hello, I have been a care taker for years now. I started out by taking care of my parents. Then the jobs just kept coming to me. I'd describe my personality as super positive, happy, helpful I enjoy taking care of seniors because I like to make a difference in each of their days. Try to accommodate to their individuals needs...
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Hannah L.


Aptos, CA

$17-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny Available

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Hi parents! I am a 29-year-old woman who just moved back to Santa Cruz to be near family. I graduated Cal Poly SLO with a BS in Marketing and Minor in Social Studies. I worked through college with a few daycare/nanny positions. First at the San Luis Obispo Country Club as the Club Daycare Provider. I worked at the Lahontan Golf...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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