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Ana Barbara F.

Special Needs Care

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Worked as a behavioral interventionist with Autistic kids. Did my degree practice/work in a special needs school in Mexico. Very patient. Very caring with kids. Love to do activities with the kids and play games. Read books to them. Do arts and crafts. Great on sensory input needs. Can help with extra things needed. Teach or...
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Licensed Vocational Nurse /CNA/Medical Assistant/Special Needs

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am currently employed with a Unified School District Nursing and Wellness Program as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. I first became employed in 1987. I have over 23 years of experience with children and young adults ages 0 to 25 years. I am a licensed Vocational Nurse, Certified Nursing Assistant, and I am a graduate of The...
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Special Needs Care History

San Diego, CA

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$10/hr
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to read this brief synopsis on my history and experience caring for special needs children. I am a dual-degree Psychology and Social Work graduate from Auburn University, where I also obtained a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. During my time at Auburn University, I volunteered...
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Caregiver/Buddy For Those With Special Needs

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
My experience with special needs began with my cousin who has cerebral palsy and is on the autism spectrum. Our family is very close and I grew up spending time with him and later caring for him when his parents were away. I also was an assistant in high school for the Adapted PE class where I helped students to access the...
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Caregiver/Special Needs Caregiver

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Experience with children on autism spectrum, learning disabilities, cognitive delays and behavioral challenges.
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Special Needs Care Taker

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
Hi, I'm Annie. I'm 18 and an incoming freshman at UCLA where I plan to study psychology. Although I don't have official experience working for someone with special needs, I grew up caring for my brother who has ADHD and high functioning autism. I am very patient, caring, and understanding and I'm committed to making life a...
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Special Needs Support

San Diego, CA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Evelyn! I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician in ABA therapy. I work with children from ages 3 and up with ADHD and Autism. I provide positive reinforcements for positive behaviors and provide redirecting for unwanted behaviors while maintaining a fun environment. I have my availability listed on...
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Special Needs Caregiver

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am Christine. I am a middle school teacher (7th grade English) finishing out my first year. I have 5+ years of experience with children and I have studied Psychology and Early Childhood Development in college. I nannied for a child with special needs for 2 years, before I moved. He is a wonderful kid and friend. I know how...
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Compassionate Caregiver Specializing In Support For Individuals With Special Needs

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
Hello, my name is Antonela, and I bring both my medical background as a nursing student and my natural gift for compassion to every family I work with. I have experience in providing patient, attentive, and respectful care for individuals with unique needs. I believe in treating each person with dignity, kindness, and...
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Yoga Therapist And Support For Families With Special Needs

San Diego, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I have been working for 10 years as a yoga teacher and yoga therapist. I was the owner of a large studio in Brazil and, later, a smaller one (a one-on-one space), where I served more than 500 people in individual sessions, group classes, trainings, and events. I have references available if needed and on my website. I also have...
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Special Needs Care Giver

San Diego, CA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am a registered CNA, Phlebotomist, and have my CPR first aid certifications. I have worked closely with those who have special needs at all ages ranging from a young baby with down syndrome to children with autism and adults with MS and Cerebral palsy. I am highly attentive and love caring for others. I have experience working...
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Special Education Teacher

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I am a special education teacher in the San Diego area. I work with students with moderate to severe disabilities. I have experience caring for children that have diagnoses like, but not limited to, epilepsy, intellectual disability, autism, cerebral palsy, and rare genetic disorders. I have experience with AAC devices,...
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Special Ed Assistant

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
For the past year, I have been working as a Special Ed assistant teacher within a Kindergarten classroom at an all-inclusive school. I love working with children, early education to early elementary level and have tons of experience with childcare.
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Registered Behavior Therapist/ Special Ed Instructional Aid

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I have four years of experience working with individuals with developmental delays relating to autism, speech, physical ability, etc. ranging between the ages of 2-18. I am very comfortable with working with this population and learning more about an individual to being as helpful as possible. I am registered as a behavior...
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A Future Pediatric Neuropsychologist In The Making

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I have been described as a patient, observant caregiver. Most of my experience comes from working in an STRTP as a Direct Care Staff/Mental Health Worker. It was here where I worked with clients ages 10-20 who have been diagnosed with cognitive and developmental disorders. As I love working with children, I hope to become a...
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Care Provider/nanny

San Diego, CA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I am a Chico State graduate in Exercise Physiology and Adapted PE, I am passionate about working with children and individuals with disabilities. I have had around four years experience working with individuals with disabilities in both camp, home, and school settings. I plan to become and occupational therapist in the near...
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Residential Service Technician (RST)

San Diego, CA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I care for people with special/mental disabilities. I work for a company called Home of Guiding Hands. I love my job in every aspect.
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Caregiver & Direct Support Professional

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 years of experience working as a Direct Support Professional at a nonprofit for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. I have worked closely with individuals of all ages with autism, Down Syndrome, and various other diagnoses, and have absolutely loved every minute of it. I form close bonds with all...
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Education MAT Vocational And Social Skills Training

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
In my current role I design and deliver training to adults. The instruction modules include components to support neurodivergent learners who attend inperson and virtually. Prior to my current position I worked for Aspiring Families in Del Mar. In this role I collaborated with a psychologist to provide social skills training and...
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Full Time Caregiver

San Diego, CA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I know the frustrations of not being heard as a child, and it is for that very reason I want to work for you. I believe that every child's voice should be heard. Sometimes I think the best way to do that is in small groups, preferably one-on-one learning environments. It is in these conversations and intimate settings that their...
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