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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Watsonville, CA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Watsonville, CA

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Nataly D.


Moss Landing, CA

$20-50/hr

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Hello my name is Nataly Diaz I am 23 years old. I have been a caregiver/nanny for over 2 years. I enjoy what I do. I have experience working with elderly, children, pets, and special needs individuals. Please reach out for more information about me.
Nataly can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation, dementia
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Hannah L.


Aptos, CA

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny Available

1.0

(1)

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

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hi all! A little about my work experience: I've been taking care of little kids for a couple years now, whether that be family members or actual babysitting gigs! Recently I had an opportunity to work at a summer camp which offered extra support for behaviorally challenged and special needs students, which was completely...
Hana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
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Megan H.


Scotts Valley, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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

Zachary S.

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Hannah L.


Marina, CA

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Caregiver

My objective is to bring comfort and as much joy as possible working in my patients' lives. I am a qualified, experienced CNA/HHA/PCA looking to provide comfort and care in the home of my Patient. My specialty is providing compassionate care to those wanting some sunshine in their lives; and to expand their quality of life,...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Hannah has a shimmering halo above her head! She is the most compassionate caregiver we had when my mother was under hospice care. Her empathy, tender care and compassion makes her my favorite angelic health aide. I give her my highest recommendation❣️"

Care member

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Joanna T.


Marina, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Children Are Our Next Generation Let Be Positive Influences!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I've had a lifelong love for caring for kids . I've been a nanny for five wonderful families and have looked after my nieces, nephews, and two God daughters, one with special needs. There hasn't been a kid I've met that I haven't liked or and I haven't met a kid that doesn't like me. I love inspiring their imagination and...
Joanna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Jo took care of my twin boys from 9 months to 2 years old and I wish we could have her with us forever. She has so much positive energy, creativity, and kindness. She mindfully encouraged independence -- "You've got this!" she would say. I trust her completely. I...

Amy F.

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Laura B.


Salinas, CA

$23-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Laura, I live in Salinas with my husband and fur baby. I have 2 years of experience with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and 3 years of experience with special needs young adults. I have a teachers permit and CPR certified. I love hiking, painting, and gardening.
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Such an amazing and caring person overall! This was my daughter's first time with a baby sitter, and she loved Laura! She is patient, caring, and kind. Will definitely hire again!"

Julissa H.

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Melanie M.


Salinas, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! Thank you for considering me to help your family! I have ample experience and education in ABA, and with ASD and other cognitive and physical disabilities. My professional strengths include patience, attention to detail, flexibility, great communication and organization skills. Characteristics that make me great with kids...
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Deborah D.


Marina, CA

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

I have been working in Special Education for MPUSD for around 9 years and also after school care for special need adults for over 4 years. I have my own transportation
Deborah can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep
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: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, respite care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Cassandra C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-27/hr7 yrs exp

Just A Reasonable And Kind Human, Who Genuinely Enjoys Kids.

Hi! I have worked with children in so many wonderful settings. From 2 years as a horse wrangler and teacher at summer camp, nannying for multiple families over the years, tutoring in English Literature, in-town day camps, and volunteering at a special-needs equine therapy center, I have learned so much about relating to...
Cassandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Bianca H.


Salinas, CA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Hi my name is Bianca I'm 22 years old I have always took care of someone right out of high school I worked with adults who have special needs for three years then I became a caregiver to a client who also has special needs. I'm very good natured compassionate and caring. I love talking and getting to know someone I'm also fully...
Bianca can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia & more
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Neomi M.


Salinas, CA

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

ISO Summer Child Care Position

Hello! My name is Neomi and I'm a full-time speech-language pathology assistant. I work with the preschool population, ages 3-5, during the school year. I have experience with all ages as a babysitter in-home and a speech professional in the classroom setting, including special needs children. I'm looking to provide child care...
Neomi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Marlene D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Behavioral Specialist

I have been a Behavioral Specialist for 3 years now going on 4. I absolutely love my job working with kids is my passion. I'm pursuing my ABA journey by continuing school. I'd be so excited to help your family out!
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Mayra R.


Gilroy, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Regular Nanny

I'm a para Educator and work for the county office of education for 23 years. I work with the medical fragile , my role at my work is . Medication, seizures, Gt feeding, suction. Keeping records on everything and every procedure I provide on students plus I was a nanny and a caregiver for 23 years as well but lately, three years...
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Syanne B.


Salinas, CA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Easy And Have A Lot Of Patience!

I am charismatic, patient and kind. I am a full time student and I am majoring in psychology. I base my life around integrity as that is a very important moral to me. I do not mind tidying and helping with meals. My mother was a single mother so I understand the importance of raising children, and the role I will play within...
Syanne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Erika H.


Soquel, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver, Companion At Your Servi

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as an elderly care giver and a nanny for over 20+years. I have full experience with perfectly healthy to special needs (children and adults) even including hospice care. I'm a natural born giver who is extremely compassionate, attentive, and patient. I love to care for, assist, connect and teach others. Full...
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Megan D.


Marina, CA

$16-27/hr4 yrs exp

I have 5 years of experience with babysitting/ care taking. I have worked at a day care at a gym working with kids from 6 months to 12 years. I am currently pregnant and due in October. I would like to find a recurring job that wouldn't mind me bringing my daughter as well. Please message me, pay will be flexible due to me...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Watsonville, CA

Lauren G.

5.0

Lauren is fabulous! She has come a couple of times. She is a really fast learner and knows exactly what I need. She is great with my babies and toddlers!

- Care member

Hannah L.

5.0

Hannah has a shimmering halo above her head! She is the most compassionate caregiver we had when my mother was under hospice care. Her empathy, tender care and compassion makes her my favorite angelic health aide. I give her my highest recommendation❣️

- Care member

Joanna T.

5.0

Jo was our nanny for our daughter for almost two years. She started when our daughter was only 3 months old and saw her through many milestones. She was kind, compassionate, caring, and focused on helping our daughter learn new things each day. She is also excellent with communication. I cannot...

- Care member

Laura B.

5.0

Such an amazing and caring person overall! This was my daughter's first time with a baby sitter, and she loved Laura! She is patient, caring, and kind. Will definitely hire again!

- Julissa H.

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