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Sumer V.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working with children of all ages for over 20 years in private and professional settings. I have experience with infants, including my own two beautiful children. For the past 14+ years I have worked in non-profit mental health treatment working with at-risk youth who have extreme behavior issues teaching social...
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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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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
+ 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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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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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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Freedom, CA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
My family has a history of special needs. My cousin has autism and speech delay. My three adult aunts have varying types of mental disorders that make it so they need full time care. I have grown up around them and have learned how to care from them. They're just like us! Just see the world with different lenses! I am patient,...
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School Psychologist + Yoga Teacher Who Loves Working With Children!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I hope you are finding joy for you and your family this season :) I love working with children and young people! I've enjoyed over 25 years in my career in education, in various capacities ~ I've recently hung up my hat as a School Psychologist & counselor specializing in autism spectrum disorder, social emotional well...
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Hello! I have a years' worth of experience working with autistic, epileptic, and physically handicapped individuals. I am currently enrolled through In-Home Support Services (IHSS) and have been providing assistance and also implementing personal life skills to those people, ranging from how to navigate working on a personal...
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Responsible College Student

Freedom, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I'm a very patient and understanding person, especially with children. I try to get to the root of the problem if they're having a bad day or in a bad mood so I am very understanding. I have volunteered working with pre-k students and in senior centers in the past. I have also been employed by the YMCA since summer last year...
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San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
19 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'm a patient and friendly caregiver with 19 years of childcare experience. I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow, and I believe that every child deserves a chance to be successful. With my ECE coursework and experience with special needs children, I have the skills and knowledge to provide high-quality care for...

Jennifer C. says "Catie watched our 20 mo old for a couple hours and my daughter warmed right up to her. Catie was very responsive, prompt and just so sweet to our little...

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Special Needs-Sitter

San Jose, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
I have worked in childcare for 15 years. I nannied for a family for 4 years with a child on the spectrum.
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Full/part-time Caregiver Available!

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Greetings; I am a student at San Jose State and my background is in Psychology (major), and English Literature (minor). I have worked in a hospital setting, as well as privately for families as a tutor and mentor, and as a physical therapist and companion with elderly patients. Whatever your particular care needs are, I am...

Jacqueline T. says "We hired Julio for a short-term visit to California for our young adult special needs son. I cannot recommend Julio enough. He was punctual,...

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Nurturing and Caring Sitter

Ben Lomond, CA

4.0(1)
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$17/hr
3 years experience
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...

Gary W. says "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...

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Saratoga, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I like kids and I like to take care of them and help them to develop. I have 4 years of experience as nanny and 4 as caregiver, 2 years of experience with kids with special needs. I can do babysitting, pet sitting, caregiving, night shifts, driving. Education - 2 years of psychology, I have ssn, background check is done,...

Care Member says "Wonderful with our 3 children! "

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Can't Wait To Meet Your Family!

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
1 year experience
Hi my name is Sydney! I am a rising senior in college I am aspiring to be an adolescence clinical psychologist in my future which means I love working with kids! On top of being a full time student studying psychology, I work as a behavioral therapist in my college town at a local elementary school district helping out students...

Care Member says "Sydney is an amazing babysitter! She’s watched my two boys on many occasions and they absolutely LOVE her!!! Would recommend 1000%"

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Love Carrying For My Patients

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Banqui . I'm a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Home Health Aide (HHA) with 7 years of experience providing compassionate and personalized care to individuals of all ages, especially the elderly and those with special needs. I'm committed to ensuring the well-being and comfort of my clients by...

Care Member says "Very caring and knowledgeable. Would entrust her to care for our elderly family member full time without hesitation! Highly recommended!"

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Boulder Creek, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is a true passion of mine. For the past 10 years, I've dedicated myself to creating enriching experiences for children, fostering their growth and development. My approach is patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I have a BA in Anthropology and Education, along with First Aid and CPR Training...
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Experienced And Passionate Senior Caregiver Available

San Jose, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
personal care
dementia
respite care
home modification
+ 1 more
Hi there, I have 10 year's experience in Senior Care working with various cases from Parkinson, Dementia, Alzheimer, clients with special needs. I do not see this as a job but more so, something that I am enjoy doing. I also do house cleaning and cooking, I'm a great team player and thrive under pressure. My ethnic background is...
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Tammy P: Retired, Empty-Nester, 20+ Yrs Experience

San Jose, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
mobility assistance
errands
transportation
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Tammy. I retired 6 years ago and am an official "empty-nester." I am patient, positive, compassionate and reliable with 25+ years professional experience working with senior, child and special needs clients. I am an organized, multitasker, that requires minimal supervision and am CPR and first aid certified...
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Special needs

Los Gatos, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Christine and I am a mom before granddaughters. I also have a masters degree in child development with 20 years experience working with children from all ages even special needs. I am available to help and assist families with children who struggle with special needs for medical issues as I currently am helping a...
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  • The average post rate is $23.33/hr as of February 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Capitola, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Capitola, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Catherine M.

Catie watched our 20 mo old for a couple hours and my daughter warmed right up to her. Catie was very responsive, prompt and just so sweet...

- Jennifer C.

Julio S.

We hired Julio for a short-term visit to California for our young adult special needs son. I cannot recommend Julio enough. He was punctual,...

- Jacqueline T.

Katie L.

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...

- Gary W.

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