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Nicole S.

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

Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
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...

Danielle W. says "My girls really enjoyed their evening with Nicole."

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20+ Years Of Special Needs Work Experience

Aptos, CA

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$25/hr
10 years 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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Teacher/Child Care/Senior Care/Special Needs

Aptos, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
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.
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Scotts Valley, CA

3.0(0)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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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Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...

Cheryl F. says "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...

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Santa Cruz, CA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Lisa and I have been working with children since I was in high school. I got my degree in ECE and opened a day care in Saratoga in the 90's. After my third pregnancy, I sold the school but continued to work in the profession while I raised my 4 children. They are now grown and I work for a company that drives special...
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Kind Gentle Joyful Aide With 30 Yrs Experience

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years 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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Santa Cruz, CA

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$45/hr
5 years experience
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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Special Needs Care Giver

Scotts Valley, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
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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I'm Young At Heart And Full Of Experience When It Comes To Children

Scotts Valley, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello families, I'm Maddy I'm 24 and passionate about caring for children!! I have been doing so for around a decade. I've worked with kids in many settings including ( in home, after school programs and in classrooms) all various ages. I have a knack for understanding their needs and interests. I've completed training in early...
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Watsonville, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have extensive experience caring for children, including supporting my nephew who was diagnosed with autism as a baby. I helped care for him throughout his early years, often attending his speech and physical therapy sessions and chaperoning during his time in TK and kindergarten. These experiences taught me patience and...
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I Have Extensive Emergency Medical Training And I Provide Compassionate Reliable Care For All Ages

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
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...
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Watsonville, CA

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$30/hr
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Marcela, 28 years old, 2 bachelors. Portuguese, English and 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 needs and...
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Care Giver, Companion At Your Servi

Soquel, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
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...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
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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Loving Sitter And Fun Personality

Santa Cruz, CA

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$27/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello parents my names Cassie! I am a 24-year-old experienced nanny. I love all things outdoors, arts, music, and reading. I have done child care for about 6 years. I have loads of experience working with children from the ages 3 and up. I have worked at daycares, teaching kids how to snowboard, tutoring and co-teaching...
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Watsonville, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Compassionate and patient Health Aide with one year experience in a school setting and 5+ years in home care providing personalized support to individuals with special needs or other disabilities. I am experienced in developmental delays, mobility challenges, speech delay, visual impairment, cerebral palsy, down syndrome,...
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Watsonville, CA

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$28/hr
4 years experience
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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Watsonville, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I have over 10 years of experience as a caregiver and DSP, supporting individuals with developmental delays, speech delays, and mental health needs. I provide personal care, feeding, behavioral support, and assistance with mobility while ensuring safety, patience, and compassion.
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  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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