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Marilu M.

Ventura, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I am a middle child of five! Grew up taking care of my younger siblings and am currently the primary caretaker of my sister with special needs. I love playing with kids! Whether that's just watching tv with them or taking them to the park!
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Ventura, CA

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$26/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! Im Erica, I have 4 years of paid experience with children of various ages. I also work with special needs adults and children and have 3 years of paid experience in that. I am CPR, seizure, and first aid certified. I am outgoing and can help with a variety of things such as homework help, after school pick up, tutoring and...
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Full-Time Nanny With 10+ Years Experience

Oak View, CA

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$25/hr
12 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My experience as a nanny, home school teacher, and speech/language therapist for special needs toddlers, developed my passion for kids and teaching. I wasn't able to have children of my own, so I've always LOVED having kids in my life. I'm middle-aged but VERY active, and have the high energy level of a 30-something. I...
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Get To Know Me.. Experienced Babysitter | Infants-Age 8 | Special Needs Experience

Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Liz, and I have over three years of experience caring for children from infants to 8 years old. I've worked with multiple families, including children with autism, and I truly enjoy creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment where every child feels comfortable and cared for. I'm patient, dependable, and love...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Hello, I am currently a SE teacher working with students TK- 6th grade, in a mild to moderate setting; with disabilities ranging from learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, Autism, Anxiety, ADHD and emotional disabilities. Prior to that I was a para educator working with special education students in the elementary...
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Ventura, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
respite care
Making a positive impact on families is why I became a caregiver. With three years of experience, I offer respite care, transportation, errands, shopping, and light housekeeping. I have a high school degree and am CPR and First Aid certified. I adapt to changing routines and de-escalate stressful situations, especially when...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$33/hr
17 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 17 years of teaching experience. It started with assisting my mom's Daycare growing up. I taught at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel for five years. Then, I taught at Ojai Unified working one on one with a student that was severe on the special needs disability spectrum order. After that, I was with Goleta Unified as a Substitute...
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Special Needs Provider Looking For Part Time Work

Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have a Nursing background and experience with working with Critical Care clients and clients with Parkinsons, Multiple sclerosis, Spinal cord injuries, Acute Flaccid myelitis, Cerebellar degeneration, Alzheimer's, and Cystic Fibrosis.
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Ventura, CA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
I am currently a board certified autism technician. I have experience with all ages and all levels of ability on the autism spectrum.
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Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Miranda, I'm 25, born and raised in Ventura. I've found myself in a caretaker position my whole life. Babysitting at 10, helping my mom in a special needs classroom my whole life, then volunteering at Mission Church. Kids are my priority in almost every situation. I'm positive, outgoing, & stern where need be. I respect...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Victoria, and I absolutely love working with kids. Each summer, I volunteer with Peer Buddies, a program that pairs children with special needs and peer mentors. This has given me meaningful experience supporting children of all abilities with patience, kindness, and care. I also have experience working...
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Sarah S.'s Photo

Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter, whom I looked up to deeply. I try to carry her loving and thoughtful spirit into my work as a nanny. My childcare experience spans all age groups, including children with special needs. For the past six years, I have worked as a babysitter for different...
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Patient Caring And Cheerful

Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
The majority of my experience is caring for children, however I started out working in a special needs care home for infants with severe medical needs. I have a lot of experience in care management and running a home. I also spent a little over a year volunteering Monday through Friday in a retirement home with 3 residents who...
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Steven M.'s Photo

Ventura, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Steven! I have endless patience made possible through humor and enjoy working with kids. I'm athletic, energetic and dependable. Seeking part-time employment to supplement my day job in the creative non-profit sector. I'm a huge reader and literacy is important to me. I also really enjoy the beach and being outside-...
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Ventura, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I hold a Master's degree in Fine Arts from USC and bring a wealth of experience in both education and childcare. I have taught K-8 students in community arts education, fostering creativity and a love for the arts in young minds. Additionally, I have a year of teaching experience in higher education, further honing my skills in...
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Ojai, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
I am a mother of three successful children and a grandmother to five grandchildren four over the age of 20 and one a year and a half. All living wonderful lives around the world. I have worked with special-needs children. I have been an antique dealer for 40+ years I own a small ranch in Ojai.
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Alondra P.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
I have experience as a para educator who enjoys working with elementary age children with special needs.
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Hi I'm TJ! I'm a reliable and compassionate caregiver who enjoys working with kids and creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment. I started working with children at 18 and have experience in both home and classroom settings, including supporting children and teens with special needs. I'm patient, attentive, and great at...
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Childcare For Special Needs Children.

Ventura, CA

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$18/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
Experienced childcare in child's home for children on the spectrum. I have been a preschool teacher, substitute teacher in the district schools, and respite caregiver for special needs children of military families. My personality is curious creative, storyteller. When you find the right things to interest them, they just...
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Certified Teacher/Childcare Provider

Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm patient and kind and I'm always willing to help children understand the world around them. I love working with children and helping them learn how to do new things. I have been working with children for over 20 years now and still get extremely excited when they grasp new concepts! Helping children learn and develop is a...
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