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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Bakersfield, CA

The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Bakersfield, CA

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Joleen K.


Bakersfield, CA

$41/hr10 yrs exp

Mentor

5.0

(2)

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Hello, my name is Joleen I've been doing caregiving for about 15 years. When working with a client I make sure all the needs are met. Documenting and communicating is key for me.
5.0
"Joleen cleaned my huge home while managing to interact with my extremely interested toddlers. the house looks great and the kids and I love her!"

Reviewed by Jessica R.

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Michaela M.


Bakersfield, CA

$12-30/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have 4 years experience, with 3 years of Registered In-home care experience. I provide care for children, elderly, single individuals, and couples. I am also CPR, BLS, and ACLS certified. I graduate college, majoring in Respiratory Therapy. I have many medical professional references and have a great background history. Some...
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Leticia V.


Bakersfield, CA

$19-25/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi, my name is Leticia. I have experience working with adults with mental and behavior disabilities. I worked for Mentor Network for 3 years. This is a Day Program for Adults with mental disabilities and behavior problems. I also worked for Mercie's Homes for 4 years. Which are group homes for adults with mental and behavior...
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Ashley P.


Bakersfield, CA

$20-28/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available/Tutoring Options/Special Needs Experience/Bachelor's Degree In Ed

5.0

(1)

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I am looking for a job while I get my teaching credentials in California. I have taught preschool, first, second and High School. I have former experience with care-taking of children with special needs. I can do light housekeeping, pet-care, and cooking if necessary.
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Amber N.


Bakersfield, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With Experience And Education

5.0

(1)

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Hi, I'm Amber! I have 20 years of experience as an early childhood educator. I have worked in Montessori schools with children from birth to 9 years, and privately as a nanny with children 3 days to 8 years old. My education is in early childhood development (0-3) and in Montessori philosophy. I am currently expanding my child...
5.0
"Amber was great with my kids! One of the best Nannie’s we have had! She is responsible, timely and invested. We love Amber! "

Reviewed by Care member

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Jennifer F.


Bakersfield, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

A Mother Of Four Myself.

5.0

(1)

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Hello my Name is Jennifer. I live in Bakersfield, have four kiddos myself two that I gave birth too, and two that I raised since they was 12 and 13, they have all grown up and started lives of they're own. I've always had a passion for kids, they have such wild imaginations, so full of life and happiness. I grew up watching kids...
5.0
"Jennifer is a very loving and genuinely caring person. She put her heart and soul entertaining, cooking, loving, and taking the best care of my daughter. When I was at work for 14 hours, I knew my daughter was...

Reviewed by Care member

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Nicolette G.


Bakersfield, CA

$18-34/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I'm Nikki. I have almost 3 years of experience in being a nanny and have interacted with mostly younger children, the oldest being 9 years old and the youngest being 6 months old. My love of children stems from my 6 younger siblings and I chose to be a nanny after moving away from home because I missed their company. I...
5.0
"Nicolette absolutely loves spending time with our kids. She is helpful, attentive and loves making sure the needs of my kids are met. My kids enjoy her company and have a blast while she is here."

Reviewed by Amber S.

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Renee C.


Bakersfield, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Looking Forward To Engaging With Your Little Ones.

5.0

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I have 9 years experience in a special-needs classroom and 15 years working on an elementary school campus. I have raised two children and also did in-home daycare when they were little so I have a lot of experience caring for children. I do not mind getting them to and from activities and preparing meals. I've had the pleasure...
5.0
"There was really good communication before and while she was babysitting. All three of my kids said they liked her and want her to watch them again. And I also felt very comfortable leaving her with my kids. I...

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Alisha H.


Bakersfield, CA

$25-41/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiving Is My Passion

5.0

(2)

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Hi there I am Alisha, I am a Compassionate and attentive senior caregiver with 10yrs. of experience in providing personalized care plans for individuals with age-related conditions/developmental disabilities and special needs. I am skilled and trained in managing medications, monitoring symptoms, transfers, mobility assistance,...
5.0
"We had the pleasure of having Alisha as our father's caregiver. She is exceptionally caring and diligent. She kept detailed notes and worked with my father on his physical and speech therapy throughout the...

Reviewed by Roxanne D.

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Jeannette S.


Bakersfield, CA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Professional caregiver with 5 years of experience with adults/elder's. Trained to handle emergency situations and patients with any special needs. Able to prepare any meal and assist with necessary household maintenance . I drove them to doctors appointment, physiotherapy. I can work overnight too.
5.0
"Jeannette is a wonderful help to our family. She is reliable, friendly, trustworthy, and always willing to help with anything we need. She primarily helps my elderly mother who lives with us. Jeannette prepares...

Reviewed by Care member

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Lori M.


Bakersfield, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Would Love To Help You. Special needs caregiver

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I have 20+ years of caretaking in all capacities! Just read my profile. I would love to be able to help you with your Parent, Wife, Mother or Father. I am very compassionate and my love for My Patients comes through every day! I am empathetic and kind and loving, dependable woman!
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Kathryn U.


Bakersfield, CA

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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My name is Katie and I have 3+ years of caring for children with special needs, mental illnesses, & learning developmental disabilities/delays. I have a lot of experience babysitting my niece who has autism, as I babysit her at least twice a week. I also have a lot of experience babysitting friends of family who have mental...
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Norma M.


Bakersfield, CA

$16-24/hr

Assisting With All Needs

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I have 2 years experience working with children, I currently work as a behavioral technician in a school settings. I have experience working with aggression, anxiety, depression, and non verbal students. I can help assist with activities and health care.
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Jacquelyn Portia V.


Bakersfield, CA

$10-50/hr10 yrs exp

Full time Caregiver, Full time Nanny, Companionship

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I work with elderly, infants and kids. But most of my clients are elderly with cases of COPD, Dementia, Knee or Hip surgery, heart problems, people that has peace maker, diabetic, Stroke, edema, Alzheimer disease, Parkinson, edema, heart failure etch. I assist clients in taking medication, assist them going to the doctors...
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Jennifer F.


Bakersfield, CA

$13-18/hr8 yrs exp

A Mother Of Four Myself.

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Hello, I'm Jennifer I have 8+ yrs experience working in (behavioral) day program for level 6 Adults, I had my my administrative license for residential Homes, and was lead staff, I also set up events for our social pathways night program, taking them out nightly. My youngest boy is also borderline autistic he is now 20 and just...
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Brianna M.


Bakersfield, CA

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

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I have the experience and the heart to take care of your loved ones! I have a passion for caring for those who can't care for themselves or who just need a little help :)
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Renee C.


Bakersfield, CA

$16-19/hr8 yrs exp

Looking Forward To Engaging With Your Little Ones.

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I have 8 years special education experience working in a classroom setting. I worked with mod-severe kids ranging from autism to down syndrome to CP and most in between. I know basic sign language, CPI maneuvers for communication and have had PECS training. I am looking for part time work but am available a variety of hours.
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Brynnlee G.


Bakersfield, CA

$14-28/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi there! My name is Brynnlee. I have been working with children for as long as I can remember and love doing it! I have worked with children with various special needs over the course of about 8 years through a local theatre and have been fully time nanny to many children throughout the years with special needs. I come from a...
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Nicole Z.


Bakersfield, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Abilities!

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I think the best thing I can say about myself is nothing at all. Instead, I would like to provide references on my behalf. Please feel free to inquire about those at any time! I am an open book, and have no problem answering any questions one might have. I have experience with all age groups, and with children and adults on...
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Alexis W.


Bakersfield, CA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

ABA Therapist With Vast Experience!

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Hello! My name is Alexis and I live in Bakersfield. I am currently a BioPsychology student at Liberty University and hope to attend a Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program next year. I have vast experience with Autism and ADHD and have worked with verbal and non-verbal clients ages 2yrs-18yrs. With these previous positions, I...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bakersfield, CA

Joleen K.

5.0

Joleen cleaned my huge home while managing to interact with my extremely interested toddlers. the house looks great and the kids and I love her!

- Jessica R.

Amber N.

5.0

Amber was great with my kids! One of the best Nannie’s we have had! She is responsible, timely and invested. We love Amber!

- Care member

Jennifer F.

5.0

Jennifer is a very loving and genuinely caring person. She put her heart and soul entertaining, cooking, loving, and taking the best care of my daughter. When I was at work for 14 hours, I knew my daughter was in great hands. We moved away but we still keep in touch and consider her apart of the...

- Care member

Nicolette G.

5.0

Nicolette absolutely loves spending time with our kids. She is helpful, attentive and loves making sure the needs of my kids are met. My kids enjoy her company and have a blast while she is here.

- Amber S.

Renee C.

5.0

Renee was wonderful! Our children loved having her over to watch them. Renee was very professional from the start. Before she arrived she asked important questions about my children and their interests. When she arrived she was ready with her own supply of activities. We loved that she texted us...

- Care member

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Ratings for Bakersfield, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Bakersfield, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.