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Rachel O.


Soquel, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter/nanny

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I've worked with children with special needs in various settings! For starters, I tutored a 6-year-old girl in reading for about a year who was diagnosed with severe A. D. H. D. My main goals with working for her was for her to be able to read at her age level, and doing so required on my end a lot of patience, energy, focus,...
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Nancy F.


Aptos, CA

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher/Child Care/Senior Care/Special Needs

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I am a teacher so I'm available after 4 and on weekends. I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I am a teacher with 2 credentials, one general Ed and one sped.
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"Nancy is a great babysitter and would also be wonderful to hire as a nanny. She has shown up for me, been very helpful, and spent quality time with my child where he got to enjoy his favorite activities. She’s...

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Katie L.


Ben Lomond, CA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Nurturing and Caring Sitter

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I worked with Children on the autism spectrum. Each individual that I worked with was very special to me. I have always been very patient and observant and with those qualities I learned a lot about the children I worked with. One girl love to listen to me read the Cat in the Hat while another boy I worked with loved to get his...
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"Katie worked for our family for 9 months, picking up our 9 year old twin boys after school, taking them to local parks, lunch, music lessons, etc., then to home for homework and dinner. During the summer she...

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Kenneth G.


Aptos, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

20+ Years Of Special Needs Work Experience

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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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Marlene D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Behavioral Specialist

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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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Andrea D.


Aptos, CA

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

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I have cared for 1 boy in the spectrum for 4.5 yrs as their nanny, and recently had worked as a behavioral aide for kids in the spectrum ages from 18 months to 10 yrs old. My first job definitely was very challenging, but as I got to know him things got easier. I've had acquired experience and skills over the years that I feel...
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Marialouise S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, I've worked with children that have special needs for 11 years now through Santa Cruz city school district. I've worked with a variety of ages ranging from preschool to middle school. SH classroom, SDC classroom, and RSP classroom.
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Gemma L.


Santa Cruz, CA

$5-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available For Special Needs Adults Or Children

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I am currently only taking specific jobs as my schedule is very full, but look forward to working with the right families for the right needs so that we all are happy! Thank you ~ I am currently enrolled with Ashford University and am going to school full-time. I am a cultural anthropology major and love it! I have a horse,...
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Emma W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-32/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Behavior Tech

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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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Emily H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Special Educator- Need Summer Help?

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Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with individuals with special needs. I'm a tutor for students with mild disabilities and a substitute teacher for students 18-22 with moderate/severe disabilities. I'm earning my teaching credential through CSUMB and I'm also employed by the Santa Cruz County Office of Education. I have...
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Christi D.


Felton, CA

$21-26/hr

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I've been in healthcare about 15 years I enjoy helping others. It's rewarding being able to make others have the help they need and know that I've been helping. I am open to new opportunities and an a hard worker.
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Mia P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

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Hey there, my name is Mia! I am a recent college graduate from UC Santa Barbara with a degree in Sociology and a minor in Psychology. I recently moved back home to Santa Cruz and I am looking for part-time care jobs. I am an energetic, hard working, and responsible individual. I have always had a passion for caring for children....
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Rebecca K.


Santa Cruz, CA

$19-24/hr2 yrs exp

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I started my work with special needs in high school after I had a friend struggling with her autism. I've worked with people of all ages. 4-40. Each person is different. My approach is very observation based. First I watch certain behaviors (physical and verbal reactions), get to know what I can through conversation (if the...
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Rachel S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 10 years of caregiving experience with 7 years of lead supervision. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene/Medication and Brushing Protocol along with transportation to and from grocery stores.
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Zoey H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Young College Student Passionate In Providing Care

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Hi my name is Zoey. I started working for people with disabilities at Camp Harmon in the Santa Cruz mountains. From there, I was employed as a live in nanny in California and London for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I currently work for Cedars of Marin as a support care aid and am trained to handle personal and...
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Natasha J.


Santa Cruz, CA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Individuals With Special Needs

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I have been working with adults with disabilities for the past 8 years. I have worked at day programs, group homes and at one point, I was a live-in. I hope to start working with teens and children in this community as well. I have experience with many types of disabilities and behaviors and strive to help each individual attain...
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Julianne B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Child And Senior Caregiver

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I have worked at the elementary, middle and high school level as a one on one special education para-educator. I most recently helped to take care of my uncle that had dementia and was living in a memory care facility.
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Marissa B S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello! I have a years' worth of experience working with autistic, epileptic, and physically handicapped individuals. I have been providing assistance and also implementing personal life skills to those people, ranging from how to navigate working on a personal computer or iPad, making and keeping appointments, and improving...
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Jazleen J.


Santa Cruz, CA

$21-27/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello (: I am Jazz. I am 26 years old and I have lived in Santa Cruz for 5+ years. I have experience providing support and accommodations to college students. I currently work part-time as a nanny for a child with ADHD. I have 7 years of care-giving experience from when I cared for my grandmother. I have ADHD myself, and...
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Nicolette H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Supportive Living Caregiver Looking For New Clients

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I am a professional caregiver for adults with disabilities. I value my clients independence, decision- making skills and individual interests. I have professional experience caring for adults with developmental and physical disabilities as well as complex medical needs. I love getting to know my clients on a personal level and...

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