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Nikole R.

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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Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
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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Experienced And Engaged Childcare Provider

Santa Barbara, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
I provide a nurturing and structured environment for young children, ensuring that their daily routines are both engaging and supportive of their development. My approach to childcare blends attentive care with thoughtful organization, creating a home atmosphere that is both warm and well-maintained. I handle essential household...
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Energetic & Creative Childcare Provider

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
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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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 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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$26/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
mobility assistance
home modification
Hello, my name is Patty , let me introduce myself, I have worked in home care for over 10 years along with growing up with a special needs sister . I am an empathetic and compassionate person that loves children, the seniors and animals. I currently work for Complete care at home and have been with them for the last three years,...
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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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Los Olivos, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi!! I am a certified aid for children with special needs and am a student at SBCC with the major of mathematics transferring to a university within the next year to get my cridential!
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Loving And Hardworking Caretaker/ Nanny!

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hello! My name is Grace, I am 22, and I'm looking for a part-time nannying role that fits my school schedule as I will be attending SBCC's Nursing Program this fall! I've spent the last 4 years caring for children and working in caregiving roles, and it's something I truly love. I'm energetic, creative, and patient, and I enjoy...
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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
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
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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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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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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Experienced, Nurturing, Friendly Childcare Provider

Santa Barbara, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 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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$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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Santa Barbara, CA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have babysat since I was 12 years old. I nannied a lot during the summer when I was in High School. I have two children of my own. My daughter is 10 and my son is 9. My son has ASD and it brought out my passion in working with children even more. I have a job currently as a SPED AID at an Elementary School working with kids...
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About Me

Santa Barbara, CA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
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 serve as a children's teacher at...
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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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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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$33/hr
17 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 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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  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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