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Find special needs caregivers in Salinas, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Salinas, CA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Salinas, CA

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Melanie M.


Salinas, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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Hello! Thank you for considering me to help your family! I have ample experience and education in ABA, and with ASD and other cognitive and physical disabilities. My professional strengths include patience, attention to detail, flexibility, great communication and organization skills. Characteristics that make me great with kids...
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Laura B.


Salinas, CA

$23-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Laura, I live in Salinas with my husband and fur baby. I have 2 years of experience with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and 3 years of experience with special needs young adults. I have a teachers permit and CPR certified. I love hiking, painting, and gardening.
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Such an amazing and caring person overall! This was my daughter's first time with a baby sitter, and she loved Laura! She is patient, caring, and kind. Will definitely hire again!"

Julissa H.

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Renie S.


Salinas, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Help

I've worked with a lot of clients with special needs from children to adults .. I'm punctual and dependable
I'm skilled in teaching students with special needs life and self care skills along with educational skills. I have been working with special needs students in the classroom setting and in this time have learned several different clinical skills.
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Kalissa S.


Salinas, CA

$23-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hi parents ! I have been caring for children for about 5 years now. I have worked with all ages & children with special needs. I am also a certified behavioral technician.
Kalissa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Neomi M.


Salinas, CA

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

ISO Summer Child Care Position

Hello! My name is Neomi and I'm a full-time speech-language pathology assistant. I work with the preschool population, ages 3-5, during the school year. I have experience with all ages as a babysitter in-home and a speech professional in the classroom setting, including special needs children. I'm looking to provide child care...
Neomi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Jasmine G.


Salinas, CA

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been caring for children for over eight years and have a deep love for helping them learn and grow. My previous babysitting experiences and current field of work with toddlers and early development are so positive, and I'm passionate about making a difference in children's lives. I believe that every child has potential,...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Jessica S.


Salinas, CA

$15-28/hr8 yrs exp

I am currently an early intervention specialist that works with children from 0-3-year-old. I use to work as a behavior specialist that provided ABA therapy with kiddos with disabilities. I have been working with kids with special needs for 8 years now. I am also doing part time caregiving for the elderly some weekends. I love...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Syanne B.


Salinas, CA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Easy And Have A Lot Of Patience!

I am charismatic, patient and kind. I am a full time student and I am majoring in psychology. I base my life around integrity as that is a very important moral to me. I do not mind tidying and helping with meals. My mother was a single mother so I understand the importance of raising children, and the role I will play within...
Syanne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Priscilla G.


Salinas, CA

$16-50/hr3 yrs exp

Graduate SLP Student Looking For Part Time Babysitting Work

Hello! My name is Priscilla. I have my own reliable car, I am CPR certified, I'm happy to help with house chores and meal prep, and I'm bilingual, fluent in Spanish and English. I have an undergraduate degree in speech language and hearing sciences and I'm currently a graduate student for speech-language pathology at CSUMB....
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Bianca H.


Salinas, CA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Hi my name is Bianca I'm 22 years old I have always took care of someone right out of high school I worked with adults who have special needs for three years then I became a caregiver to a client who also has special needs. I'm very good natured compassionate and caring. I love talking and getting to know someone I'm also fully...
Bianca can also help with: Hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more

Jennifer C.


Salinas, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I am a mom to an almost 2-year-old girl and am looking for a family who is open to having her come along. She is a very happy toddler who loves to be around other kids. I have worked with families for over a decade, many of them I had stayed with for over 7 years. I have cared for babies to teens, multiples, and...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Hannah L.


Marina, CA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Caregiver

My objective is to bring comfort and as much joy as possible working in my patients' lives. I am a qualified, experienced CNA/HHA/PCA looking to provide comfort and care in the home of my Patient. My specialty is providing compassionate care to those wanting some sunshine in their lives; and to expand their quality of life,...
Hannah can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Hannah has a shimmering halo above her head! She is the most compassionate caregiver we had when my mother was under hospice care. Her empathy, tender care and compassion makes her my favorite angelic health aide. I give her my highest recommendation❣️"

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Ryann B.


Seaside, CA

$23-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Ryann, and I've been working with kids for 12 years. I moved to CA from CO with my family five years ago, and we just relocated from the Bay Area to Seaside. I'm currently looking for a part-time position, M-F, with a loving family that values creativity and learning as much as I do. I have experience with all ages, a...
Ryann can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ryann was FANTASTIC. We hired her to watch our fussy 6 month old at a hotel while we attended an event. Not only was she not professional with communication, preparation, and timeliness - she was exceptionally wonderful with our daughter. Within minutes of arriving...

Care member

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Joanna T.


Marina, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Children Are Our Next Generation Let Be Positive Influences!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I've had a lifelong love for caring for kids . I've been a nanny for five wonderful families and have looked after my nieces, nephews, and two God daughters, one with special needs. There hasn't been a kid I've met that I haven't liked or and I haven't met a kid that doesn't like me. I love inspiring their imagination and...
Joanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Jo took care of my twin boys from 9 months to 2 years old and I wish we could have her with us forever. She has so much positive energy, creativity, and kindness. She mindfully encouraged independence -- "You've got this!" she would say. I trust her completely. I...

Amy F.

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Jawharrah C.


Marina, CA

$17-22/hr

Would Live To Be In Contact Soon

Hello :) I would love to work for your family, and be able to make your lives a little easier. Please feel free to contact me anytime! Specialities: - Children with Special Needs
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Flynn M.


Seaside, CA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Caretaker

Hi Families! My name is Flynn and I am a 19-year-old 3rd year college student looking to help busy families for the summer! I have been a babysitter/nanny for approximately 6 years now, and am comfortable working with children from ages newborn to 12 and up! I am CPR/First Aid trained for both infants and adults/children, and...
Flynn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Michelle U.


Seaside, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Your Best Babysitter

Hi, I'm Michelle, a nanny and babysitter with 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I've worked with children with special needs, as well as twins, triplets, and large families of 7 or 8. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, nurturing environment where every child feels...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Grace S.


Seaside, CA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, I am an organized, reliable, and creative individual with about three years of experience in childcare, I have worked with elementary age children to young adults with special needs. I have experience babysitting and being a camp counselor. While babysitting I enjoy working with the kids to find creative and fun ways to...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Salinas, CA

Laura B.

5.0

Such an amazing and caring person overall! This was my daughter's first time with a baby sitter, and she loved Laura! She is patient, caring, and kind. Will definitely hire again!

- Julissa H.

Hannah L.

5.0

Hannah has a shimmering halo above her head! She is the most compassionate caregiver we had when my mother was under hospice care. Her empathy, tender care and compassion makes her my favorite angelic health aide. I give her my highest recommendation❣️

- Care member

Ryann B.

5.0

Ryann was FANTASTIC. We hired her to watch our fussy 6 month old at a hotel while we attended an event. Not only was she not professional with communication, preparation, and timeliness - she was exceptionally wonderful with our daughter. Within minutes of arriving she connected with the baby and...

- Care member

Joanna T.

5.0

Jo was our nanny for our daughter for almost two years. She started when our daughter was only 3 months old and saw her through many milestones. She was kind, compassionate, caring, and focused on helping our daughter learn new things each day. She is also excellent with communication. I cannot...

- Care member

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