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56 special needs caregivers are listed in Summerland, CA
The average rate is $28/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years
Special needs caregivers in Summerland, CA
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I have an extensive knowledge in providing care for children from newborn, preschool, twins and all ages. I have an exceptional cooking availability to cook organic nutritional meals. I will provide transportation to and from school if needed. I am very loving, caring, trustworthy, energetic, flexible and bilingual (Spanish and...
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"Esther is AMAZING. She was our full time nanny from ~4 months to ~2 years, until my daughter started preschool. Esther is loving, reliable, and efficient. She took care of all of us, going above and beyond to...
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Rachel B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Mom Of 2 Older Sons Is Here To Help. Come Home To Clean, Full, Happy Kids And A Tidy House
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I am a professional nanny, personal assistant and postpartum doula. I love nurturing children of all ages! I have had the privilege of working with over 47 families since COVID. Including working at the Miramar. I specialize in infants and children with special needs.
My own sons are 21 and 24 years old. They went to Montecito...
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"We didn't know what was missing until we hired Rachel. She connected with our family right away and the kids just lit up! We have a newborn and 5 year old. She was able to manage both without missing a beat!...
Reviewed by Kennedy O.
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I came from a pretty large family, so the reality is I started helping out with younger siblings and cousins right out the gate. The thing is I was always naturally good with kids and I really enjoyed it. Then when I got a little older I took some "working with children" classes, I became the go to neighborhood babysitter and...
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"Nikki has been w/ our family for over a year now, and she is a gem! The kids love her, and she integrated into our family easily. She has traveled with us, done overnight, and drives the kids to various...
Reviewed by Kathy T.
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Hi, I'm a mother of three wonderful grown children. While in college, I worked as a full-time, live-in nanny for four years. In high school I completed 400 hours of Occupational Childcare. Recently I have trained in Waldorf-inspired early childhood home based care and was also a Waldorf and Montessori mom.
I have employed...
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"Tina is a natural and rare caregiver who serves from her heart. Children , babies , and all those who require care feel drawn to her loving presence. Caregiving is a true calling for Tina and anyone who works...
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Tammy A.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Tammy. Caregiving is my Passion! I have been a professional caregiver and personal assistant for over 20 years in the Santa Barbara area. I have worked with a range of clients from newborns to elderly with a variety of needs, abilities, accommodations. I place a high value on confidentiality and discretion with all...
5.0
"Tammy was great and would highly recommend! She was patient, supportive, flexible and hard working. I can tell she cares and wanted to help me heal. 5 out of 5 for sure."
Reviewed by Bridget A.
Emily W.
Carpinteria, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a highly experienced nanny and school-aged childcare teacher with a knack for wrangling kids of all ages, from babies to twins. In my adventures, I've cared for a 2 and 5-year-old duo and survived the shenanigans of a 4/5-year-old during two wild summers in Santa Barbara. I've also navigated the chaos of a family with three...
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"Emily was an excellent sitter for our family. She was very aware of her surroundings and kept our kids safe. Emily did great with our two year old and helped her with nap times, we always struggled with having...
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My name is Macy and I am a recent UCSB Graduate with a major in Pharmacology! I am a pre med student currently taking classes online and working part time before applying to medical school next year. I love kids and have experience working with children with Special Needs and children of all ages. I have previously worked as a...
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"Macy was flexible, arrived on time, and was amazing with our little. She even ran last minute errands for me with our little in tow. Super trustworthy, kind, patient, and easy for my toddler to trust. I...
Reviewed by Annelisa R.
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Hi, I'm Chelsea. Thank you for reading my profile! As a conscientious young woman with a Psychology degree and 15 years of experience working consistently with children from infancy through young adulthood, I would love to make an impact on your family's development and happiness! My thousands of hours working in schools,...
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"Chelsea is an amazing nanny - one I would highly recommend (and have been) to everyone. She's been working part time (~25 hrs) for my family for 6 months now and we couldn't be happier with her. First of...
Reviewed by Ana J.
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Outgoing , responsible, kid lover, excellent cook, multitasker, pet lover, great communicator, reliable, goal oriented, safe driver, special needs experience
Bianca D.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello My name is Bianca. I am 30 years old, I am looking for long term part time work. I have my own car 10 yrs experience. I cook, clean, administer medications, drive, grocery shop, have experience with male and female personal care (shower, diapers, toilet, catheter change, wound care and dressing), transfers from bed and...
Adelle B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Experience working with children/adults on the autism spectrum. Experience working in special ed for elementary students.
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I have been an LVN since 1993. I have worked doing respite care and home health visits for seniors , adults and children with special needs . I worked for the first 5 years of my career in a Skilled Nursing Facility as a Charge Nurse and Admissions Nurse .
I have been a case manager for hospice and home health agencies in...
Yaritza H.
Carpinteria, CA
$25-41/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Yari, I've been babysitting for the past 6 years on my free time. I recently graduated from Chico State with a Bachelor's in Child Development. I'm currently working as an infant teacher and have been a preschool teacher in the past. My child care experience expands across all age groups including children with special...
Jacqueline E.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Currently I am working as a para educator at a local junior high school . I love my job. I l assist general classrooms and also assist special need students. I like working with kids because it is very rewarding. Seeing them grow up and learn new things is an awesome feeling.
I started working with kids a couple years after...
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I've helped in our special needs class room at my church for the last 5 years and have been a caregiver to a special needs 7-year-old. This includes driving her to therapy and participating with her as well as feeding, teaching communication skills, bathing, taking to and from school, and being there full time overnight with...
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I have a Nursing background and experience with working with Critical Care clients and clients with Parkinsons, Multiple sclerosis, Spinal cord injuries, Acute Flaccid myelitis, Cerebellar degeneration, Alzheimer's, and Cystic Fibrosis.
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I've worked with children from different age groups and children with special needs. I am a Santa Barbara local and I enjoy hiking, nature, music, and reading.
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I teach students with moderate to severe disabilities and have experience working with students of all ages with a wide range of abilities.
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My passion for caring for neurodivergent and/or disabled people started when my younger sibling was diagnosed with autism in 2009. I have had lifelong experience with caring for autistic people, and have also cared for people with downs syndrome, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, BPD, and many others. I have also cared for people...
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Hello! I am 25 years old, have a bachelors degree in science education and live in Santa Barbara. I have many years of experience in child care, ranging from 15 months old to 12 years old. I also have experience with children that have special needs.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Summerland, CA
Esther R.
5.0
Esther is AMAZING. She was our full time nanny from ~4 months to ~2 years, until my daughter started preschool. Esther is loving, reliable, and efficient. She took care of all of us, going above and beyond to help with laundry, cooking, and keeping our plants alive! We love Esther and you will too...
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Rachel B.
5.0
Rachel is AMAZING! I trust another mother's instinct around safety, kindness and encouraging good manners. Our kids begged for her to come back and make cupcakes! Plus the house was tidy and fresh when we returned. Thank you Rachel!
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Nikole R.
5.0
Nikki has been w/ our family for over a year now, and she is a gem! The kids love her, and she integrated into our family easily. She has traveled with us, done overnight, and drives the kids to various activities. Here is a summary of her strengths:
—excellent communication w kids and...
- Kathy T.
Tina B.
5.0
Tina is a natural and rare caregiver who serves from her heart. Children , babies , and all those who require care feel drawn to her loving presence. Caregiving is a true calling for Tina and anyone who works with her is lucky. We need more people in the world like her , she has the patience ,...
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Tammy A.
5.0
Tammy helped me during a long recovery period after complicated foot surgery. I found her to be flexible, caring, proactive, and extremely positive. She is a wealth of information about wellness and healing, a great listener, and a remarkable human being. I feel very lucky to have found her.
- Jennifer S.
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Ratings for Summerland, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Summerland, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 56 listed special needs caregivers.