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Amara K.

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
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello Families, my name is Kaylee I am 19 years old I am from Tracy California and I am attending SBSC. 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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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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Get To Know Me.. Experienced Babysitter | Infants-Age 8 | Special Needs Experience

Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
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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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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$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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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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Buellton, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Nurturing children's growth has been my lifelong passion, rooted in my early work with special needs children and a rewarding career as a Licensed Nurse. With 10 years of experience, I bring a calm, patient, and creative approach to childcare. I am particularly drawn to infants and enjoy engaging older children with puzzles and...
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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 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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$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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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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 have experience working...
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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
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 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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Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
I have experience providing in home senior care as well as adults with special needs in a group home. Both of which I assisted with daily living activities, medication reminders, companionship, some mobility support, and creating a safe, comfortable environment for clients to thrive. I also am comfortable with house work,...
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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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$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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Mariah M.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$33/hr
17 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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Mother And Nursing Student

Santa Barbara, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! I have experience in property management, customer service, early childhood education, special-needs education, and personal assisting. I have also volunteered in hospital NICU's, my church, absolutely love children, and also really enjoy organization and running a household. Most importantly, I was a stay at home for...
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  • 43 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of August 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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