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Kaylee C.

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
Hello Families, my name is Kaylee I am 19 years old I am from Tracy California and I am attending SBCC. Throughout my life, I've loved volunteering with children. I coached a 10U travel ball softball team last summer. I enjoyed spreading my knowledge and spending my time with those girls. I'm also the oldest sibling,...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi My name is Bodhi, and I have over four years of experience working at a summer camp teaching kids how to surf and ocean safety along with four years as a swim instructor. Through these roles, I've developed strong supervision and safety skills while creating fun, engaging activities that help kids feel confident and...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Victoria, and I have a deep passion for caring for others especially our elders. Each summer, I volunteer with Peer Buddies, a program that supports individuals with special needs through companionship and mentorship. This experience has strengthened my ability to provide patient, respectful, and compassionate...
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Oak View, CA

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Karla! I have experience working with teens, adults and seniors with various types of disabilities. Whether that's physical, mental, physical intellectual etc. my most recent adventure was working at an assisted living facility where I was an activities lead. I'd love to meet you and your love one to see if I...
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Kind, Patient, And Experienced Caregiver

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My passion for caring for neurodivergent and/or disabled people started when my younger sibling was diagnosed with autism in 2009. I have had lifelong experience with caring for autistic people, and have also cared for people with downs syndrome, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, BPD, and many others. I have also cared for people...
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Trusted, Reliable Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over 8 years of hands-on experience supporting children of all ages. My background includes working as a babysitter, private nanny, after school tutor, and paraeducator where I helped create safe, engaging, and nurturing environments tailored to each child's unique needs and...
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Out Of All The Fish In The Sea, The Nanny For Your Kiddos Is Me

Ventura, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
Hi, I'm Brooke! A professional, energetic, educated, creative, kind & dedicated nanny/ pre school teacher of 28 yrs. I've had the pleasure working w/hundreds of kids. I love working w/ all ages -infants to teens. I have experience w/ many different responsibilities & dynamics in all sorts of childcare routines. I take pride in...
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Hello I Am Alexa!

Ventura, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
I have been working as a respite for about three years now! I have worked with many different families, with each child having different needs. I have worked for different companies such as channels islands social services, child care aware, and IHSS over these 3 years and have had amazing experiences! I am currently studying...
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Special Needs Inclusive Care Specialist

Oak View, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a compassionate and dedicated professional with extensive experience working with developmentally disabled children and adults. Throughout my career, I have been committed to creating inclusive and nurturing environments tailored to the unique needs of individuals with diverse abilities. My expertise includes implementing...
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Experience With Special Needs Children

Ventura, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am currently certified as a behavioral technician. I have experience working with children of all ages and am a mother myself of children ranging from 3 to 18. I am compassionate, patient and willing to earn trust of not only the children but from their family as well.
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Special Needs Caregiver/Tutor

Ojai, CA

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$40/hr
5 years experience
My background with special needs: I have worked in a special needs day class /elementary school a few years back . I have worked with children on the autism spectrum, traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, and ADHD. During my time working at school, I also attended special training in ABA followed by a practical training week...
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Kind Caregiver

Ojai, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have over 9 years experience caring for children. I've spent 7 years working with children with special needs; Autism, Asperger's, Down's Syndrome, ADHD, and blindness. Each experience and relationship has been different, and I value each and every one. I have learned that I am a very patient, emphatic, attentive,...
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Ventura, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Olivia - Professional Caregiver Profile I am a dedicated caregiver with 29 years of experience providing compassionate care to individuals in all stages of need, including those living with dementia, Alzheimer's, and patients in hospice. My skills include assisting with daily activities, managing and reminding patients about...
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Trauma-informed Mom Of Medical Special Needs Child

Ojai, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have 30 years experience caring for children, from infants to preteens. I worked through college and grad school as a nanny and substitute preschool teacher. I was asked to be the godmother of the twins I cared for (which tells you what a trusted member of their family I became). I'm a mother of 2, and my eldest has special...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a student at Santa Barbara City College, majoring with a Criminal Justice degree. I am an older sister, with much experience in taking care of children of all ages and as special needs children. I have gained alot of experience being a private caregiver and being a volunteer tutor. I am a caring, dedicated, and patient...
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SPED Instructional Aid V

Santa Barbara, CA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
I have 17 years of teaching experience. It started with assisting my mom's daycare growing up. I've taught at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel for five years, Ojai Unified one one with a student that was severe, Goleta as a Substitute for the Special Education Department, and also in Ventura County with the After School Program and...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$27/hr
Being neurodivergent myself and having a partner who is in the spectrum has opened my eyes to the possibilities of meeting unique needs of others. My experience and knowledge in neurodivergent care started when I was a STEM tutor for neurodivergent kids in Seattle. I'm able to adapt very quickly and strive to help successfully...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with ppl of all ages w a variety of special needs. I am extremely patient and willing to learn anything!
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Part Time Best Friend

Santa Barbara, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I came from a pretty large family, so the reality is I started helping out with younger siblings and cousins right out the gate. The thing is I was always naturally good with kids and I really enjoyed it. Then when I got a little older I took some "working with children" classes, I became the go to neighborhood babysitter and...
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Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi my name is Erica! I am CPR and First aid certified. I currently work with adults with special needs helping them become more independent in the community. I also help them identify their emotions and address certain behaviors. I also have a sister with special needs so I grew up helping her with many things such as money...
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