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Shawna C.

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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Reliable, Experienced Child Caregiver (Special Needs Friendly)

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
CHILDCARE PROVIDER BABYSITTER; CAREGIVER; BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT; SAFETY AWARENESS; COMMUNICATION SKILLS; PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING; EMPATHY AND COMPASSION; OBSERVATION AND AWARENESS; ENGAGEMENT AND CREATIVITY; BASIC MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE; I'd describe my personality as compassionate, reliable, patient I like working with kids...
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Energetic & Creative Childcare Provider

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, respectful I like working with kids because I have always loved kids, they are funny, outgoing, and make me smile :) I started working with kids when I was in middle school. I worked at a summer Girl Scout camp for several years, I worked at a preschool as a teachers assistant...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Amalia. I'm 20 years old. I am currently attending SBCC majoring in psychology! All my classes are online so school never comes between my work. I'm on the older side of 10 siblings. I grew up helping out my Mama around the house and taking care of my younger siblings. My family also fosters through all of that...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
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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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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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
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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About Me

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
My name is Bekah and I have been babysitting for a little over seven years and have a lot of experience with children. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor, and an Aid. My parents are both teachers which has given me lots of tools and strategies for childcare! I have a car and am very comfortable driving. I also...
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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
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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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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Experienced, Nurturing, Friendly Childcare Provider

Santa Barbara, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have years of experience with children including infants, toddlers, elementary school aged kids, all the way up through pre-teens, special needs, and medical needs management. I am fun and reliable and I love taking care of others, as well as helping with meals, cleaning and organizing! I am Adult and Pediatric First...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
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 a 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 can meet others where...
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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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Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
I have worked closely with disabled children for two years. I worked in an elementary school and helped children with special needs in a fourth grade classroom. Emotional and physical support!
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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
Travel
craft assistance
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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