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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Watsonville, CA

The average rate is $22/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Watsonville, CA

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Marcela O.


Watsonville, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Vibrant And Caring Part Time Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Marcela, 27 years old - Fluent in Portuguese English and a little Spanish I have a bachelor's degree and am working toward a degree in nursing. I am creative, vibrant, flexible, and understanding. I am excellent at listening to and observing kids, which helps me learn about them and their needs to be the best caretaker I can...
Marcela can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Trustline Certified

CPR

5.0
"Marcela is an exceptional nanny who has been caring for my two children for 1.5 years, starting when they were 1 and 3 years old. She genuinely loves kids and is dedicated to her role. Marcela is attentive and deeply aware of their needs, excelling at observing and...

Antaeres A.

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Darlene S.


Watsonville, CA

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate Special Needs Caregiver

I am a special needs caregiver which includes- Activities such medication management, serving/prepping meals, running errands, providing companionship, assisting in dressing etc. I am passionate for what I do because I love helping people. I am also good at making sure my clients feel empowered in their daily decision making...
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Diana V.


Watsonville, CA

$21-26/hr5 yrs exp

Hello my name is Diana I have experience with kids, adults with Autism. I do work at a non private school with Autistic kids. I love what I do and teach.
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Cecilia A.


Watsonville, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I was a caretaker/homeschool teacher for a child with ataxia/cerebral palsy for 17 years. I also have fostered children with cerebral palsy, epilepsy, ADHD, and other mental health challenges.
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Katy E.


Watsonville, CA

$23-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Katy I am 19 years old. I love being able to help families with their Child's needs. I love what I do. I would describe myself as very outgoing, nice, kind and very patient.
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Ericka S.


Watsonville, CA

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Extensive Emergency Medical Training And I Provide Compassionate Reliable Care For All Ages

I have always provided care since I was very young. I am in the medical field, mostly in an emergency room setting for over 12 years. I have a degree in radiology and computed tomography. I have extensive Medical Care providing background. I also have experience babysitting and childcare for people with special needs. I am one...
I have worked with special needs children for about 4 years now. I was a program specialist at the Boys &' Girls club of America. I am currently a caregiver for seniors &' a student at Sacramento State. I am doing school online and have open availability. If interested in talking to me please reach out. I can provide my resume....
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Sandra A.


Watsonville, CA

$26-35/hr7 yrs exp

I Like My Job And I Am A Very Organized Person I Am Flexible In Schedules And Very Responsible

I am flexible in schedules and very responsible. I really like my job. I am flexible in schedules and very responsible. I really like my job and I like to help people with a lot of patience.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been working with children most of my life. I taught elementary school, tutored, worked with children with special needs, was a CASA and a foster parent. I am going back to school to get my Master's in Counseling and looking for part-time work while in school. I am available for overnights as well.
Cecilia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

I have babysat a lot throughout the years. I am patient and compassionate and eager to learn. I have also cared for special needs kids. I entered the field of care because I want to step my foot in the door before nursing school. I'd describe my personality as patient, funny, and compassionate. My following qualifications...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Katy E.


Watsonville, CA

$19-24/hr1 yrs exp

Hello my name is Katy I am 19 years old. I Babysat my niece for about 3 years. I love kids. I would describe Myself as caring, Kind and outgoing! I have experience with taking care of special needs so I would say i'm very experienced
Katy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Diana V.


Watsonville, CA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver

7 years of experience * Caring for elderly clients including those with dementia and Alzheimer's Assisting with activities of daily living Assisting with transferring. (From bed to wheelchair and wheelchair to toilet or shower Assisting with grooming, bathing, toileting. Medication reminders, light housekeeping, meal...
Diana can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Marcela, 27 years old, 2 bachelors. Portuguese, English and little bit of Spanish speaker. Easy going, organized, responsible and respectful. Comfortable with light housekeeping, pets, errands. Raised by my grandma, while mom worked, and still have her around. I love to help, makes me happy. IHSS, experience with special...
Marcela can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
I am very responsible person I have some experience caregiving and I. Ore than willing to learn new skill I love working with people and will make my job my priority
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Nicole S.


Aptos, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/tutor (All Ages & Special Needs).

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have babysat children since I was 12 years old all the way through my college years. I am wonderful around kids; with babysitting, I have experience with babies as young as 6 months to high school age. I have even worked with a few school districts tutoring special needs kids (aged 5 through college) and am ABA trained...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"My girls really enjoyed their evening with Nicole."

Danielle W.

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Kenneth G.


Aptos, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Family Assistant/ Odd Jobs/ Pet Care/ House sitting/ And More

I have worked with a variety of children in a variety of settings since 1994. First as a tennis coach for kids, then as a Residential Treatment Counselor for 10+ years, in-home Autism Therapist, as a Family Assistant on a large estate in Santa Cruz for 9 years, and as a special needs caregiver for 6+ years. I am currently a...
Kenneth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sofia W.


Aptos, CA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I currently go to community college, in hopes of becoming a marriage and family therapist! I have sat for my 4 younger cousins my entire life, as well as a special needs child for a year! I adore family and children and am happy to lend a helping hand whenever needed :)
Sofia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Nancy F.


Aptos, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher/Child Care/Senior Care/Special Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a teacher so I'm available during nights and weekends. I have 19 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I am a teacher with 2 credentials, one general Ed and one sped.
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Alexia H.


Aptos, CA

$15-35/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a student at Folsom lake College. I grew up with younger siblings, gaining experience with how to interact and care for young children and have always maintained a side job of babysitting. I also have worked with children with special needs during High School. I enjoy working with children very much and am happy to share my...
Alexia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Kenneth G.


Aptos, CA

$25-40/hr10 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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