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Kayla S.

Caregiver

Santa Cruz, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I have over 10 years of experience in in home caregiving. I've worked with a variety of clients with a variety for needs, including complex medical needs and mental health conditions.
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
I'm a compassionate and dependable caregiver with experience supporting seniors and children with autism and other special needs. I provide assistance with daily living activities, personal care, medication reminders, meal preparation, and transportation. I'm patient and attentive to individual needs, focusing on creating a...
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Kind Gentle Joyful Aide With 30 Yrs Experience

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Shara. Caring for individuals with unique abilities has been my passion since I was a teenager. I began by coaching Special Olympics track, swimming, and basketball, and I quickly fell in love with this amazing community. Over the years, I've worked in a variety of environments offering support and...
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Direct Support Professional

Felton, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! My name is Kate and my experience includes 5 years as a Direct Support Professional and various Special Education Courses. I am CPR and First Aid Certified and have worked with a VARIETY of special needs children and adults alike. My passion for working with children began as a camp counselor when I was paired with an...
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Experienced Behavior Tech

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hi there! I'm Emma, and I have both personal and professional experience caring for people with disabilities. My brother is on the autism spectrum and is non verbal, and I spent my life caring for him via bathing, grooming, cooking, and cleaning. More recently, I have been working as a Behavior Tech in a SPED classroom, working...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Iwona, a professional nanny with 7+ years of experience caring for children from newborns to teens. I'm CPR certified, studying Liberal Studies with a minor in Early Childhood Education (graduating May 2026), and passionate about helping kids grow with confidence and curiosity. I've worked with families of all sizes -...
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Looking For Work As A Nanny(:

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi(: I hope my profile finds you well, my names Lindsay I'm from Santa Cruz California and in my time living here I've done many different care programs from working in my churches daycare I attended as a young adult to babysitting. My current job for the last 3 years of my adult career has been in the school system I'm...
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Loving Sitter And Fun Personality

Santa Cruz, CA

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$27/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
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Hello parents my names Cassie! I am a 24-year-old experienced nanny. I love all things outdoors, arts, music, and reading. I have done child care for about 6 years. I have loads of experience working with children from the ages 3 and up. I have worked at daycares, teaching kids how to snowboard, tutoring and co-teaching...
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20+ Years Of Special Needs Work Experience

Aptos, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with a variety of children having Special Needs since 1994. For 12 years I worked as a Residential Treatment Counselor for abused/ neglected children in San Francisco. I spent 1 year as an in-home ABA/ Behavior Therapist for children with Autism in San Mateo County. I moved to Santa Cruz and was employed as a...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
I have a undergrad and graduate degree in psychology. I have worked as a therapist And with special needs children and adults I am capable and willing to do all of the things listed below. I love working with all ages and am a very compassionate, patient, loving individual. I have a lot to offer and if you are interested...
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Board Certified Behavior Analysis

Santa Cruz, CA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
I am currently a board certified Behavior analysis and have been for the last 10 years. I've worked both in private settings in-home clinic based and within the community. I've also had experience working with the school systems and group home care. I worked with children as young as 18 months up to adults at the age of 35 with...
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Part-time Caregiver

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
I am occupational therapy student in the masters program at San Jose State. I LOVE working with children and adults. I have volunteer experience working with children in a pediatric clinic setting and lots of experience working with children in summer camp and educational contexts. I am especially passionate about supporting...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
*IN BOTH SACRAMENTO AREA and SANTA CRUZ* Hi! I'm a 19-year-old . have an AA in behavioral psychology achieved in my time in highschool. Taking this degree gave me a new understanding and affinity for childcare and development; while always having loved kids and working as a mothers helper or babysitter from age 10 and beyond I...
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I Have Extensive Emergency Medical Training And I Provide Compassionate Reliable Care For All Ages

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have always provided care since I was very young. I am in the medical field, mostly in an emergency room setting for over 12 years. I have a degree in radiology and computed tomography. I have extensive Medical Care providing background. I also have experience babysitting and childcare for people with special needs. I am one...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a nurturing, reliable caregiver with over a decade of experience working with children from infancy through early school age. I have a strong background in early childhood education, including one-on-one support for children with special needs such as autism, ADHD, and sensory processing differences. I'm CPR and First...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I have taken college courses in Special needs in Early Childhood. I am caring and aware, and happy to learn about your situation and how I can be of support.
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Caring Adult Who Loves Learning And Giving In Special Circumstances

Soquel, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I'm a patient caregiver who loves encouraging others in challenging circumstances. Understanding and patience is essential in helping people live their best lives, that being the ultimate goal.
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, nice to meet you! My name is Eva and I have resided in Santa Cruz for three years after attending SFSU. Since then, I have worked as an assistant teacher and an occupational aide at the preschool-second grade level, providing support for special needs students. In addition, I have worked in children's entertainment,...
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Special Needs Caregiver: Non Vaccinated

Ben Lomond, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello, I have been caring for a special needs teenager for 3 1/2 years. I am compassionate and patient. I believe in respect and teaching people. I am certified with Quality Respite and IHSS. I partner with family for best interest of child.
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Full Time Part Time

Santa Cruz, CA

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$15/hr
7 years experience
My name is Thess, I am responsible , loving person and I am passionate about everything I do and I love children, I believed that children deserve love and dignity and should care for a though they are your own family.
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  • The average post rate is $19.80/hr as of November 2025

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