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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
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Ashley S.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
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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Patricia A.'s Photo

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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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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Poppy H.'s Photo

Buellton, CA

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$25/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
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
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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Melina A.'s Photo

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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Marissa S.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Marissa S. and I am excited to be considered to help you and your family. A bit about me: I am 20 years old, living in Santa Barbara, and currently a Sophomore at Santa Barbara City College double majoring in Theatre Arts and Early Childhood Education. I work at the Santa Barbara Zoo as an Educator teaching kids...
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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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Paige W.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Highly Experienced Nanny & Family Assistant with Pediatric OT Background With 12 years of diverse childcare experience, I bring a blend of professional developmental knowledge and genuine heart to every family I work with. My background as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) and my current studies in Social Work allow me to...
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Victoria R.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 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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Flexible And Fun Sitter, Tutor, Cleaner

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Macy and I am a recent UCSB Graduate with a major in Pharmacology! I am a pre med student currently taking classes online and working part time before applying to medical school next year. I love kids and have experience working with children with Special Needs and children of all ages. I have previously worked as a...
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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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Taylor B.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
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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Trusted, Reliable Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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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Amalia N.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Amalia, 20, turning 21 this October! I'm moving from Santa Barbara to San Diego and, while excited, I'm very sad to leave my families: a 7-month-old I've cared for since 3 months and 10 & 12-year-olds I've been with for over a year. I've loved growing close with both and hope to build that same relationship in San Diego!...
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Karla J.'s Photo

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·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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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Andrea G.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
While I do have no experience working with special needs, I believe all children are special and I am more than willing to be trained in all services necessary
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Jennifer K.'s Photo

Reliable Nanny For Families With Or Without Special Needs

Santa Barbara, CA

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$45/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi!! I'm a positive, energetic, and passionate caregiver with a strong commitment to supporting individuals and families with special needs. I have 13 years of experience working with children and adults with diverse developmental, behavioral, and mental health needs, including dual diagnosis. For almost eight years, I worked as...
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  • 41 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

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

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

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