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Keisha C.

Arroyo Grande, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I currently work with special needs students in an elementary school setting. Would love to chat more.
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Enjoyable Sitter

Arroyo Grande, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello Everyone! I'm Hailey based in Arroyo Grande. I currently am working doing caregiving for special needs adults so caring for others is a big passion of mine. I love caring for children and animals! I am CPR and First Aid certified and am also willing to do some house cleaning/upkeep.
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Special Needs Care Provider

San Luis Obispo, CA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
9 years experience
I have been providing special needs care to an adolescent with a rare syndrome for the past 4 months. In that time his life has drastically improved due to the impact I've been able to make upon his life. I put everything I have into this job to impact as many areas of his life as I am able to. I could never treat a care giving...
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Nipomo, CA

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I commit to providing a warm and safe environment where your little one can feel seen and valued. I offer care for one family from my home, alongside my children to teach healthy social skills in an intimate learning environment. I will tailor learning activities and curriculum to your child's age and development with plenty of...

Brecken A. says "I met Lindsey during a pivotal transition period in my life. My daughter was four months old and I had just returned to work. My husband and I needed to...

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A little more about me

San Luis Obispo, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello SLO County families! I'm a highly experienced nanny and babysitter seeking a new part-time position. I have over two decades of experience working with babies and small children and love doing care work so much that I've continued doing it alongside running my own nutrition and women's health business. I have an...

Melinda M. says "Kymber helped us raise our son from age 2 months to 1.5 years. We are only changing the caregiver situation because she did such a wonderful job with him...

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Santa Maria, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, This is Shaima. I have been working as a caregiver for 5 years. I have worked with special needs, autism and basic care, etc. I'm comfortable working with pretty much all different age groups. I would be happy to assist you.

Christine H. says "I highly recommend Shaima. She has been working with my neurodiverse young adult son for about a month now. She helps him plan his meals for the week,...

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Senior Care

Nipomo, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
home modification
errands
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi! I have been a caregiver for 19 years now. I work in group homes, retirement centers, and private home care. I have worked with the elderly, and the disabled/ special-needs , working with wheelchairs, Hoyer Lift, transferring, etc.
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Very Helpful In Compassionate Person

Santa Maria, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Did private duty for friends and referrals only. I believe in giving people dignity and comfort of staying in their home in the final days of their lives. I believe that's the best gift you can give a person as a human being. It's a blessing to them and a blessing to their families. I believe I have a special gift for hospice....
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Special Education Teacher

Pismo Beach, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have 24 years of Special Education teaching experience. My Master's degree in in Special Education Mod/Severe with an emphasis on Emotional and Behavioral Disabilities. I have worked with children and adults with Autism and other developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Cornelia De Lang Syndrome, and...
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Family Care

Oceano, CA

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$20/hr
Hello! If you are looking for basic care of your loved one please don't hesitate to reach out. My experience comes from taking care of my mom for a couple of years. She suffered from dementia and I helped with feeding, meal prep, medication management, walking and taking her to the toilet. I have an excellent driving record,...
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Caretaker, Personal Assistant

Santa Maria, CA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I'm looking for work I have many years of caregiving with children and adults that had developmentally disabilities. Plenty of experience with Autism I have crisis intervention prevention training as well as med certified. I'm 44 years old mother of 3 all grown up my baby is a junior in highschool. My mother specialized in...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have 6+ years of experience working with kids including 4 years of experience working with children with special needs. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping, household chores. I love getting outside, being creative and working with children! I am open to working with any age range of children. I have experience from...
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Santa Maria, CA

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$19/hr
I have been working as a caregiver for almost 2 years. I'm in the process of enrol IHSS. I love taking care of those who need assistance.
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I Am A Very Reliable And Dependable Personal Care Provider. I'm Available For Full Or Part-time Work

Santa Maria, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a very responsible care provider. Also dependable. I have 18 years of experience. I love taking care of people of all ages. I'm a hard worker and love taking care of people even my own love ones like my parents as needed from time to time. I would like to care for your loved one just as if they where a part of my family. I...
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Child care

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello everyone my name is Emma I am a 20-year-old college student looking for a fun interactive summer job while also pursuing something I love. Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My three years of babysitting experience have solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. I...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$25/hr
20 years experience
My name is Kim. I stared working with devolpmentally disabled adults in 1992. As soon as I started working with this population I knew I would do this as my career. I've also worked with the elderly in private care. I have a huge heart and can work with anyone. I now run a caregiving company in San Luis Obispo and work with a...
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I Am A Retired RN Of 25+ Years Snd Plus Another 6 Years As A CNA, Including Home Health.

Santa Maria, CA

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$22/hr
I love taking care of kids, and the elderly, which can show you patience , love, and respect. I was born and raised up in North Dakota, in which I worked as a CNA and a nurse. I've recently retired from nursing, and I'm seeking one on one care with the elderly, and kids which can show you so much!
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Santa Maria, CA

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
My work involves students with special needs as well as those who are in need of a push at school. My experience goes beyond work, at home oftentimes I'm in charge of taking care of my nephew. I'm a person who's always been responsible and kind, I like a fast pace work environment so I have no problem creating fun activities for...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Carly. I am 22 years old and a fourth year child development major at Cal Poly. I currently am interning for an occupational therapy company, which is what I hope to pursue as a career. I love children and have worked with them since I started babysitting at 14 years old. Since then I have also worked as a preschool...
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About Lynette

Nipomo, CA

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$19/hr
20 years experience
I'd describe my personality as fun determined caring I like caring for people with special needs because it makes me believe that I am helping others. I'm looking for a job that gives me purpose. I started caring for people with special needs when I started teaching 20 years ago. I loved the students that were in my...
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Special Needs Caregivers in Arroyo Grande, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 41 listed special needs caregivers

Lindsey J.

I met Lindsey during a pivotal transition period in my life. My daughter was four months old and I had just returned to work. My husband and...

- Brecken A.

Kymber M.

Kymber helped us raise our son from age 2 months to 1.5 years. We are only changing the caregiver situation because she did such a wonderful...

- Melinda M.

Shaima L.

I highly recommend Shaima. She has been working with my neurodiverse young adult son for about a month now. She helps him plan his meals for...

- Christine H.

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