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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 $23/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Watsonville, CA

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Melani S.


Capitola, CA

$41/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello, My name is Melanie . I am 24 yrs old. I have about 5 yrs of experience in the caregiving industry. I've been working with young teenagers with special needs for about 2 yrs. I am also the oldest of 6 growing up my parents didn't have the resources for child care so I became all of my siblings Nany. With care. com I have...
Melani can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mackenzie S.


Gilroy, CA

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

I enjoy helping others and in the past I have work with both special needs children and have been a nanny for 3 children. I always enjoy helping my own grandmother with household duties, yard work, driving her to run her errands and taking her to Doctors appointments as well as just hanging out with her and playing games,(she is...
Mackenzie can also help with: Visiting physician
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Monica B.


Gilroy, CA

$23-38/hr9 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Monica. I have over 25 years experience working with children, older adults and special-needs clients. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and a graduate of Gavilan College with a degree in Social Science . I am an organized, multitasker who requires minimal supervision. I also was a substitute teacher at a...
Monica can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Deborah D.


Marina, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available Most Weekends

I have worked in a Special Ed for almost 12 years . I worked mostly with students between 18 and 22 years of age doing community base instruction . I have done after school care for my autism students . Right now I'm working in a high school during the week and looking for extra work for weekends
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Karen S.


Gilroy, CA

$38/hr7 yrs exp

I'm a dedicated childcare provider with 7 years of experience, focused on nurturing children's growth and development. My passion lies in making a positive impact on their lives while supporting families in need of reliable care. Patient, calm, and imaginative, I engage children in various activities, from outdoor sports to...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I have personal experience with Autism . I have a 13 year nephew who spends lots of time at my home. I have experience , I am very passionate when it comes helping others .
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Torey P.


Felton, CA

$25-30/hr7 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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Monica B.


Gilroy, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Monica. I have over 25 years experience working with children, older adults and special-needs clients. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and a graduate of Gavilan College with a degree in Social Science . I am an organized, multitasker who requires minimal supervision. I also was a substitute teacher at a...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Renie S.


Salinas, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Help

I've worked with a lot of clients with special needs from children to adults .. I'm punctual and dependable
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Yadira S.


Gilroy, CA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

I have been a caregiver to a child with autism for 6 months and a caregiver to a young adult for 6 months. I am patient, loving, and dedicated to being highly responsive and attentive to my patient. I am committed and providing a safe and loving environment as well. I have experience in housework, meal prepping, arts in crafts,...
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Michele L.


Scotts Valley, CA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Young At Heart And Full Of Experience When It Comes To Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Michele I live in Scotts Valley Taking care of children has always been my passion. I find working with children a rewarding experience. My first job, at the age of 16, was working with 2-year-olds at Winnie The Pooh Daycare I continued to work there for five years. I worked there while attending DeAnza College...
Michele can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Ava H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$24/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver with three years of experience, my passion for nurturing and supporting children, along with my positive babysitting experiences, inspired me to become a childcare provider. I am patient, calm, and creative, making me an ideal caregiver for young minds. My approach to childcare involves open communication with...
Ava can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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"What a wonderful sitter for ny daughters fragile premie. Excellent job. Totally someone you cam depend on. She was here all night so jy exhausted daughter could finally sleep. Totally recommend "

Cheryl F.

I am caring passionate patient devoted in what I do. I like to help people assist them help them I am loyal, friendly responsible.
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Amelia A.


Capitola, CA

$20-25/hr

Dedicated And Dependable Caregiver

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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Michele L.


Scotts Valley, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I have 25 years experience working with special needs children. Most recently I'm working with twin girls who are now three, been with the family since they were newborns. Also worked with many families of different levels of special needs.
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Oona B.


Soquel, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Oona and I'm a 23-year-old student. I'm going into my senior year at ucsc and manage a small flower farm in Soquel. I've been babysitting/nannying since I was 13. I babysat for multiple families and some with multiple children ranging from newborns to middle school aged children. I also have experience with...
Oona can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
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Eve M.


Scotts Valley, CA

$45-50/hr5 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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Jessica S.


Salinas, CA

$17-28/hr8 yrs exp

I am currently an early intervention specialist that works with children from 0-3-year-old. I use to work as a behavior specialist that provided ABA therapy with kiddos with disabilities. I have been working with kids with special needs for 8 years now. I am also doing part time caregiving for the elderly some weekends. I love...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lindsay L.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-41/hr2 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 2 years of my adult career has been in the school system I'm...
Lindsay can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Andie D.


San Jose, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Vocational Nurse

My experience comes from a collection of clinical & non-clinical nursing roles, and volunteer work, supplemented with many years of looking after my now 21-yr old, awesome niece, diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder at age three. I have no formal training for my special needs folks, but plenty of experience supporting...
Andie can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, dementia, visiting nurse, respite care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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