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Shara M.

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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Responsible And Experienced College Student

Capitola, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I have worked as a nanny for the past two years and have had professional experience working with groups of kids aged 1 to 13. I have volunteer experience working with larger groups of kids through my previous church's vacation bible school, I was a counselor there 4 consecutive summers in middle school and high school. I...
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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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Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
Hello, I believe intreating people the way I want to be treated. I have worked in environments of special need children and adults. I am caring and a gentle person with a positive attitude. I enjoy all walks of people and would love to help with someone who has special needs.
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Professional Nanny/Babysitter

Santa Cruz, CA

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a passionate and energetic caregiver with 10+ years of experience working with kids of all ages, including those with special needs. I currently work at both a high school and an elementary school, and I love creating fun, engaging experiences for children through crafts, sports, and hands-on activities. I'm also happy...
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Patient, Caring And Trustworthy Caregiver

Ben Lomond, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Errands
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
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Hello, I took care of my aunt and grandmother when they became dependent and ill. I care for a special needs teenager and care for elderly folks. I have been care giving for 10 years. I left the corporate world as a recruiter in 2000. I decided to pursue my passion and what brings me joy and happiness. I look forward to meeting...
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Scotts Valley, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
errands
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've been a care provider almost my entire life. I've worked with babies. children with special needs and seniors. I'm a good natured fun loving person. I have several letters of recommendation. I'm CPR & first aide certified. Im also a certified medical assistant. I'm a hard worker I'm honest adaptable and loyal. I have an...
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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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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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Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello it's Karina I am 26 years old, and I have over three years of experience working with children from newborns to 7 years old, including those with autism. This experience, along with my background in psychology studies in Mexico, has given me a strong understanding of child development I am about to begin studying...
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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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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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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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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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Caretaker: OT Student

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Growing up in a preschool, I learned to appreciate caretaking for children with a variety of neurodivergence and physical abilities from a young age. As an adult I've gained my experience through studying Psychology, working as an ABA, joining the Peace Corps Morocco as a Youth Development Specialist, doing public health for 4...
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Bilingual Senior Care Giver

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hello, I have been a care taker for years now. I started out by taking care of my parents. Then the jobs just kept coming to me. I'd describe my personality as super positive, happy, helpful I enjoy taking care of seniors because I like to make a difference in each of their days. Try to accommodate to their individuals needs...
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ABA Professional Seeking Additional Experience

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Hello all, My name is amber and I am a behavior technician with a graduate degree in special education, specializing in ABA. I am working to become a board certified behavior analyst. I have three years of experience working with the ASD population, kids and teens and am also interested in broadening my scope to adult care as...
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Olivia W From Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I'm an outgoing and artsy college student at UC Santa Cruz majoring in education, and I love to work with kids! I have 3 years of childcare experience, plus on and off sitter jobs on the side for about 6 years. I also have 11 years of music theory knowledge. I can help with housekeeping and swimming supervision, as well as arts...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 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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Scotts Valley, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I've worked for IHSS along with a program called balance4kids where I would go into the schools and be a one to one aid for kids with different special needs. I also attended a lot of events for special needs kids with my little sister who has Downs syndrome.
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