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Devon J.

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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Carpinteria, CA

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$28/hr
My name is Yaneli. I have been working with children for 3+ years. And have experience working with children with disabilities. Have worked at schools. Have done tutoring.
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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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Experienced - Caring - Educated - Dependable

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a credentialed Special Education Teacher in Southern California. Can work with students or adults in any setting. Also an experienced elder caregiver with years of experience. Please contact me with your needs and I can let you know how I can assist you or your family.
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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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Paige W.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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...
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Childcare For Special Needs Children.

Ventura, CA

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$18/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
Experienced childcare in child's home for children on the spectrum. I have been a preschool teacher, substitute teacher in the district schools, and respite caregiver for special needs children of military families. My personality is curious creative, storyteller. When you find the right things to interest them, they just...
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Energetic & Creative Childcare Provider

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Santa Barbara, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
I have experience as a para educator who enjoys working with elementary age children with special needs.
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Sarah S.'s Photo

Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
Due to my current job and schedule as a preschool teacher, I'm only available in the evenings or on weekends! 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,...
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Oak View, CA

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Karla! I have experience working with teens, adults and seniors with various types of disabilities. Whether that's physical, mental, physical intellectual etc. my most recent adventure was working at an assisted living facility where I was an activities lead. I'd love to meet you and your love one to see if I...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
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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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Ventura, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Olivia - Professional Caregiver Profile I am a dedicated caregiver with 29 years of experience providing compassionate care to individuals in all stages of need, including those living with dementia, Alzheimer's, and patients in hospice. My skills include assisting with daily activities, managing and reminding patients about...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
meal prep
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
Respite care
light cleaning
home modification
mobility assistance
meal prep
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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Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

Santa Barbara, CA

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$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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Part Time Best Friend

Santa Barbara, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
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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Special Needs Inclusive Care Specialist

Oak View, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a compassionate and dedicated professional with extensive experience working with developmentally disabled children and adults. Throughout my career, I have been committed to creating inclusive and nurturing environments tailored to the unique needs of individuals with diverse abilities. My expertise includes implementing...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$27/hr
Being neurodivergent myself and having a partner who is in the spectrum has opened my eyes to the possibilities of meeting unique needs of others. My experience and knowledge in neurodivergent care started when I was a STEM tutor for neurodivergent kids in Seattle. I'm able to adapt very quickly and strive to help successfully...
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