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58 special needs caregivers are listed in Nipomo, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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I have been providing special needs care to an adolescent with a rare syndrome for the past 4 months. In that time his life has drastically improved due to the impact I've been able to make upon his life. I put everything I have into this job to impact as many areas of his life as I am able to. I could never treat a care giving...
Jaquelin S.
Nipomo, CA
$29-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello! I am a student at UCSC and I work at a horse ranch that helps children with special needs. Also, I have been an occupational care provider for a few years
Mariakassandra M.
Nipomo, CA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have done ABA therapy for 4 years as a Behavior Interventionist with children from the ages 3-14. I loved building a bond with the kiddos and seeing them reach their goals we set when we first met. I have also worked with a kiddo who had cerebral palsy for 2 years where I cooked light meals, took him for walks, and did diaper...
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Hello families ! Just a little about me, I have worked with students and adults who have special needs for the last 2 1/2 years! I absolutely love what I do, and I am actually finishing up my undergrad this May with a major in Psychology, then starting a teaching residency program next spring to get my Special Education teaching...
Natalie C.
Santa Maria, CA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, I Work With Kids For A Living At Robert Bruce Elementary, With General Ed And Special Needs
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I Can work with multiple kids at a time, and help with school work and homework. I am trustworthy, always willing to go the extra mile and great with kids. I'm studying nursing and hoping to incorporate my love for kids into my career...
5.0
"Excellent with children and very professional "
Reviewed by Andrea G.
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I worked with Special needs individuals for over 12 years from a group home setting to a date program
Lisa G.
Santa Maria, CA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a special needs assistant in three school districts on call. I have worked with children ages ranging from birth to 21. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I am fluent in American Sign Language.
Cindy R.
Santa Maria, CA
$16-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have experience taking care of children with disabilities for about 2 to 3 years. Currently I am attending university with a major in child development and with the goal to get credentialed to work with children with disabilities.
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I am currently a behavioral technician have been for the past two years. I absolutely adore working with special needs. I work in a mid severe classroom with 2nd and 3rd.
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Hi! I have been a caregiver for 19 years now. I work in group homes, retirement centers, and private home care. I have worked with the elderly, and the disabled/ special-needs , working with wheelchairs, Hoyer Lift, transferring, etc.
Maria C.
Santa Maria, CA
$30-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
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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,...
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"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
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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...
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"We can't recommend Maria enough! She comes with so much experience and is a true "baby whisperer". My newborn granddaughter requires a little extra attention because of bad reflux and Maria's knowledge and...
Reviewed by Patricia S.
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I have my BA degree in mild/moderate Special education and currently run my SDC preschool classroom. I have more than 6 years of experience working with different children. I have worked among different ages, being newborn, to even up to 12 years old. I can adapt depending on the age to maintain an appropriate connection with...
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"Raquel is amazing! We were in Pismo Beach for a wedding and had Raquel watch our twin 6 year olds back to back days. Our kids are not easy.. but Raquel was so loving and kind, yet took charge as needed. We wish...
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Hello, my name is Natalie and I have many years of experience caring for children and the elderly. I also am a mother so I care for children daily. I have experience caring for newborns, twins, preemies, toddlers, school aged children and elderly. I have also worked with special needs. I am attentive and caring. I have child...
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"Natalie is an incredible sitter! Not only does she have the experience of being a mother, she also incorporates patience, compassion and possesses an incredible skill set from her experience working in the...
Reviewed by Christopher S.
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Hello! I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with a heart for enriching the lives of individuals. I have 7 years of caregiving experience. In the past I have worked mainly with elderly clients and special needs clients. I am professional and here to help with the day to day needs of your loved ones. I can help with meal...
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"Kristie is a kind and caring person and engaged with my mother with interest and compassion. I would wholeheartedly recommend her for a caregiving position."
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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...
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.
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Hi! I'm LeLani. I have taken care of children since I was 12.
At 18, I was a live-in nanny to two children. Their Mother ran an in home daycare w/16 kids under the age of 3 & I was her assistant for a year.
I have two grown children of my own, a 30-yro boy & a 27-yro girl. Their whole lives, I worked at daycares & baby sat all...
5.0
"My daughter absolutley loves Lelani! Lelani is so good at sneaking in education during play my kid learned so much just having fun. She was very considerate and respectful to my home and family and animals....
Reviewed by Katharine W.
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Hi! I am a second year business major at Cal Poly. I have been babysitting since 2014 and love interacting with kids. I also have 6 years of volunteer experience with children with special needs, 3 of which were in a one-on-one setting. I was a math tutor in high school for students struggling in basic math all the way up to...
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"If I could, I would give Casey 10 stars! She babysat for my 2 kids and my sister's 2 kids while we were on vacation. It was a challenging job: keeping 4 kids under 8 busy in a hotel, and Casey more than...
Reviewed by Lyndi Z.
Hayley S.
Arroyo Grande, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name is Hayley and I am currently in my final semester of college. I am a psychology major with an interest in child development. Throughout high school I volunteered for an organization called Reading Partners. While I was there I worked one on one with a child who needed extra help developing their reading skills. I also...
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"My husband and I hired Hayley to help with our 6 month old. She interviewed with us yesterday. She will be starting with us this week. She was early to her interview. She is a sweet and genuine person. I trust...
Reviewed by Joanna B.
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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...
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"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.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Nipomo, CA
Natalie C.
5.0
Excellent with children and very professional
- Andrea G.
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...
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Raquel R.
5.0
Raquel is amazing! We were in Pismo Beach for a wedding and had Raquel watch our twin 6 year olds back to back days. Our kids are not easy.. but Raquel was so loving and kind, yet took charge as needed. We wish that we lived locally so we could use her all the time. Can’t recommend Raquel highly...
- Care member
Natalie T.
5.0
Natalie is an incredible sitter! Not only does she have the experience of being a mother, she also incorporates patience, compassion and possesses an incredible skill set from her experience working in the school system with special needs kids. She was able to quickly and effectively help our...
- Christopher S.
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