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Mykenzie R.
Los Olivos, CA
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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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!
Rachel T.
Santa Ynez, CA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I gained experience working with special needs youth when I worked for a local school district as an Instructional Assistant. As an Instructional Assistant my primary duties were to assist in daily life skills, social skills, educational goals, toileting and feeding assistance, transfers, etc. I have experience working with...
Maria C.
Santa Maria, CA
$30-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a very carrying and compassionate person. My friends would describe me as very patient, dependable and creative. I have a good sense of humor but can be serious when needed. I have a good work ethic and am professional. I have:
-Over 7 years experience as a caregiver assisting with many duties some including meal prep,...
Recent review:
5.0
Maria is exceptional. She is a self starter, an attentive and caring caregiver, and always willing to go above and beyond. As I am quadriplegic, Maria has helped me with bathing, toileting, dressing,...
Reviewed by James R.
Maria P.
Santa Maria, CA
$35-75/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello and thank you for taking a look at my profile. Let me start off by saying I have 11 children of my own, that is not a typo. My husband and I have raised 8 to adulthood in the Santa Maria/Orcutt area and have 3 remaining at home. I have been helping families over 30 years and recently became a certified
'Newborn Care...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Maria is incredible! We had a family wedding and Maria took care of our 16.5 month old at our AirBnB. She brought toys with her. She’s got 11 of her own children and six grandchildren so she knows kiddos. We...
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Sigal P.
Goleta, CA
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Sigal. I am a UCSB student with 9 years of babysitting experience including my little sister with special needs. I work well with all ages as I have experience with most. I am very patient and love to entertain with crafts, games, or anything related to the specific interests of the child I'm working with. I...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Sigal was on time and prepared. She came with a variety of activities and games to keep my twins entertained, and she was always willing to go the extra mile to make sure they were happy.
I was particularly...
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Taylor M.
Goleta, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi! I am a college student and athlete at UCSB. I have been babysitting for the last five years and have ran a summer swim school the last three years with over 60 kids. I am CPR certified, have a car, and have experience with special needs children. My most recent experience has been working as a counselor for the Sports Camp...
Recent review:
5.0
Taylor has cared for our two children for the past eight years. From infants to 8 year olds. She is beyond responsible, communicates great, respectful, and most of all our children love her! She always has a...
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Hannah P.
Santa Maria, CA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights, And Weekends
4.8
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Hi, my name is Hannah! I am currently working as a paraprofessional in a special education preschool and am looking to work outside of it as well! I grew up in a large family and have been babysitting since I was about 11 years old. I have tons of experience and am comfortable caring for all ages.:) I have nannied for families...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Hannah is very nice and understanding of my children’s individual needs I know they enjoy her company she’s been a great help.
Reviewed by Kylie S.
5.0
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Experienced Nanny and Paraprofessional.
A little bit of my history: I was born and raised in Santa Maria CA. I have no children. I come from a big family who I am very close with. I love working with children. And I consider myself to be a people person.
Some of my favorite hobbies are making DIYs... I enjoy making natural...
Recent review:
5.0
Michelle is very caring for our 2 year old son. She helps with light household cleaning, laundry, and prepares meals. She participates with outside and inside play, does educational activities, and is good...
Reviewed by Brittany I.
3.7
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I am a 50-year-old female who has been in the medical/care field for 6 years. My experience is as follows, I am CPR/AED FIRST AID certified thru the state with IHSS . I work with many different health needs for the elderly such Alzheimers Dementia, Stroke Development Disability for all ages which includes physical, mental...
Recent review:
5.0
April was the best caregiver I have ever hired. She is very patient and kind. My child cries for her whenever she leaves. When we have accidents she doesn't complain and cleans up the mess.
Reviewed by pavinda W.
Elizabeth S.
Santa Maria, CA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Mom W/prior Home Care Experience Available For Companionship, Errands, Meal Prep, Lite Home Chores.
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Working in a variety of home settings assisting a wide age range of clients with a variety of medical needs, including diabetes, post surgery, stroke, and special needs. I provided companionship, light housekeeping and gardening, bathing, errands, basic pet care, grocery shopping, calendaring, medication organization and...
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Hello! I am from Austin Texas and I recently moved to CA for college! I previously was a nanny for two years before moving to CA and have over 5 years of experience in child care! I have worked with children with special needs, disabilities, and behavioral issues. I love kids and wanted to continue babysitting as I move into my...
Recent review:
5.0
Mason is an ABSOLUTE DREAM NANNY! Our season required a nanny & house manager- Mason exceeded all of our expectations. She was with our family for two years before she moved away for college. We knew when Miss...
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I'd describe my personality as outgoing, compassionate, responsible, and nurturing.
I started working with kids when I was in high school and continued to do so through college.
I have professional experience in child development and with working with children with special needs.
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I am a dedicated hardworking father of 2 young boys. I work in the oilfields at night every other week so my availability is open completely! I have 3 years of experience with infants and toddlers with special needs such as autism and Downs syndrome. I have experience with elderly people who suffer from Alzheimer's/Dementia....
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Hi everyone! My name is Tara and I am a college student here at UC Santa Barbara I have lots of experience watching children; my mom has owned a daycare for many years, I have worked at numerous summer camps watching children, and have volunteered at special needs summer camps as well as babysat multiple families. Your child's...
Rea H.
Santa Maria, CA
$23-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as energetic, funny,
I like caring for people with special needs because I have a passion for what I do am very compassionate and I love the outcome after a task is been done if it's just a smile or a face gesture. It motivate me to do do my best and be a better person. Overall I tries my best to...
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I have been in the child educational field for over 15 years going on 20. I have helped raise lots of children lots of family members. I have worked as a personal Nanny live in nanny. I have taught preschool ages 3:00 to 6:00 and then also toddler classroom which is 18 months to 36 months. All Montessori Beast some schools were...
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I really enjoy engaging with children, and learning something new with every child that I have interacted with. I have also worked with private days care's, worked with 3 month to 4-year-old. I'm also an IA for special-needs students. I also have nieces and nephews of my own and taking care of them made me realize what I wanted...
Andre H.
Santa Maria, CA
$16-30/hr
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I like caring for people with special needs because it's excites me to see a smile or a small nod or anything that shows I had accomplished something great for the residents each day. I also like care giving because am very passionate about what I do and I tried to do my Best to provide the Best Quality of Life for each...
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Hello!
My name is Sarah
I have been working with the special needs population for over four years now. I am a speech aid for my local school district where I work with students who have special needs and communication issues. I also provide respite services for kids with special needs and work at a group home for elderly...
Sarah J.
Lompoc, CA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi! I have over 7+ years experience as a nanny. Over 5+ years experience with special needs. I have worked in education previously for 3 years. I also have my Bachelors in speech pathology. In my previous job, I was a program coordinator for a non profit whose main objective is to assist youth and adults with special needs.
I...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Los Olivos, CA
Maria C.
5.0
Maria is exceptional. She is a self starter, an attentive and caring caregiver, and always willing to go above and beyond. As I am quadriplegic, Maria has helped me with bathing, toileting, dressing, stretching, cleaning, cooking, transferring to and from my bed, and many other tasks. Maria did an...
- James R.
Maria P.
5.0
Maria is incredible! We had a family wedding and Maria took care of our 16.5 month old at our AirBnB. She brought toys with her. She’s got 11 of her own children and six grandchildren so she knows kiddos. We are so lucky to have had her look after Lilja. She was flexible in her timing too especially...
- Care member
Sigal P.
5.0
Sigal was on time and prepared. She came with a variety of activities and games to keep my twins entertained, and she was always willing to go the extra mile to make sure they were happy.
I was particularly impressed with Sigal's ability to handle my twins when they were fussy or upset. She was...
- Care member
Taylor M.
5.0
Taylor has cared for our two children for the past eight years. From infants to 8 year olds. She is beyond responsible, communicates great, respectful, and most of all our children love her! She always has a fun activity or adventure up her sleeve that our kids love, as well as shifting into the...
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Hannah P.
5.0
Hannah is very nice and understanding of my children’s individual needs I know they enjoy her company she’s been a great help.
- Kylie S.
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