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Victoria R.

About Me

Santa Barbara, CA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Victoria , and I absolutely love working with kids. Each summer, I volunteer with Peer Buddies, a program that pairs children with special needs and peer mentors. This has given me meaningful experience supporting children of all abilities with patience, kindness, and care. I also serve as a children's teacher at...
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Part-time Experienced Caregiver/ Assistant Available

Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! I'm a nanny with 13+ years of consistent and diverse childcare, household management, and personal assistant experience. I have worked in pre-schools, church nurseries, a daycare, and have been lucky to work for dozens of families in their homes. I have experience working with and caring for children and adults with...
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Caregiving And Taking Care Of Those With Special Needs

Carpinteria, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
I have worked off and on with children and elderly care patients with different types of special needs, both privately and through my church and also for about 10 years when I lived at a camp and ran programs for them. I had a business for 10 years, caregiving for elderly.
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Part-time Babysitter Available

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Highly Experienced Nanny & Family Assistant with Pediatric OT Background With 12 years of diverse childcare experience, I bring a blend of professional developmental knowledge and genuine heart to every family I work with. My background as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) and my current studies in Social Work allow me to...

Erin M. says "Paige took amazing care of our two kids and we are so sad she is moving away. We hired her primarily to care for our younger son who was 6 months old at the...

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Nanny

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
As a caregiver with over a decade of experience, I am passionate about supporting the growth and development of children. My patient, calm, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children and create a safe, nurturing environment. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their preferred method to discuss...

tylor G. says "Tristyn is of pure heart. my daughter gravitates to her and enjoys spending time with her. my daughter smiles when she sees her and as a mother, that's all...

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Certified Nursing Asst/ Medical Asst

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
respite care
dementia
personal care
visiting nurse
+ 1 more
I'm a Native from Santa Barbara California, I've worked in acute care, Cottage Hospital, VNA Serenity House, I also worked with special needs at Hillside House, and have worked privately for residents in the community with dementia, as well as stroke patients and people suffering from Lou Gehrig's disease and MS

Care Member says "Marva has always been such a generous and caring caregiving. She works very hard, sometimes multiple shifts back to back, and always does what she can...

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Experienced - Caring - Educated - Dependable

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
I am a credentialed Special Education Teacher in Southern California. Can work with students or adults in any setting. With my credential I can also help other children in grades K-8. Please contact me with what you need and I can let you know how I can assist you or your family.
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Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Hi! I am Paige :) I am a college grad from St Catherine University with a degree in Occupational Therapy. I currently work at Fraser as an Intensive ABA Behavioral Health Tech for kids ages 2-7 with level 3 autism. My previous experience comes from 10+ years of child care (new borns-middle school) I have worked as a nanny...
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Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Jennifer S. says "Tammy helped me during a long recovery period after complicated foot surgery. I found her to be flexible, caring, proactive, and extremely positive....

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Santa Barbara, CA

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$27/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
Spiritually-minded childcare and learning specialist. I am currently enrolled in early childhood education, specializing in Montessori principles. I have over 4 years of childcare experience from infants to adolescence. My speciality is working with neurodivergent kids (autism, adhd, developmental delays, etc) additional to my...
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Ventura, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a 26-year-old women who works for the county of Ventura in animal control and has background experience with special needs children (licensed medical assistant), animals, gardening, and yardwork. I have a fluctuating schedule every six weeks, but would love to help out in the evenings or possibly early morning or on my days...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have babysat since I was 12 years old. I nannied a lot during the summer when I was in High School. I have two children of my own. My daughter is 10 and my son is 9. My son has ASD and it brought out my passion in working with children even more. I have a job currently as a SPED AID at an Elementary School working with kids...
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About Me

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
My name is Bekah and I have been babysitting for a little over seven years and have a lot of experience with children. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor, and an Aid. My parents are both teachers which has given me lots of tools and strategies for childcare! I have a car and am very comfortable driving. I also...
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Energetic & Creative Childcare Provider

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, respectful I like working with kids because I have always loved kids, they are funny, outgoing, and make me smile :) I started working with kids when I was in middle school. I worked at a summer Girl Scout camp for several years, I worked at a preschool as a teachers assistant...
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Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter, whom I looked up to deeply. I try to carry her loving and thoughtful spirit into my work as a nanny. My childcare experience spans all age groups, including children with special needs. For the past six years, I have worked as a babysitter for different...
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Certified Nursing Assistant

Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have experience working in a long-term care facility. I have done this for 15 years.
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Taylor and I am a responsible, compassionate, and dependable caregiver with experience working with children, supporting individuals with special needs (both children and adults) and senior care, which has strengthened my patience, adaptability, and understanding of diverse needs. I have an Associate's in...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
While I do have no experience working with special needs, I believe all children are special and I am more than willing to be trained in all services necessary
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Taylor B.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
errands
transportation
light cleaning
I have experience providing in home senior care as well as adults with special needs in a group home. Both of which I assisted with daily living activities, medication reminders, companionship, some mobility support, and creating a safe, comfortable environment for clients to thrive. I also am comfortable with house work,...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
respite care
home modification
mobility assistance
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Patty , let me introduce myself, I have worked in home care for over 10 years along with growing up with a special needs sister . I am an empathetic and compassionate person that loves children, the seniors and animals. I currently work for Complete care at home and have been with them for the last three years,...
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  • 54 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Summerland, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Summerland, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 54 listed special needs caregivers

Paige W.

Paige took amazing care of our two kids and we are so sad she is moving away. We hired her primarily to care for our younger son who was 6...

- Erin M.

Tristyn C.

Tristyn is of pure heart. my daughter gravitates to her and enjoys spending time with her. my daughter smiles when she sees her and as a...

- tylor G.

Marva E.

Marva has always been such a generous and caring caregiving. She works very hard, sometimes multiple shifts back to back, and always does...

- Care member

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