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title: Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Sonia Caballeros
description: >-
  Sonia Caballeros appreciates the ability to set her own schedule while helping
  kids and parents in her community as a HopSkipDrive CareDriver.
date: '2023-04-05'
author: Karen Sampson
category: Blog
tags:
  - The CareDriver Community
  - CareDrivers
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Sonia Caballeros was looking for part-time work when she heard about HopSkipDrive on social media.

Since becoming certified as a CareDriver in December of 2022, she has come to appreciate the ability to set her own schedule — as well as the opportunity to interact with kids and parents in her community. 

**Where do you live and what market do you drive in?**

I live in Whittier, CA, and I [drive in the Los Angeles market](https://www.hopskipdrive.com/drive/los-angeles-ca/).

**What made you decide to become a CareDriver?**

I needed part-time work and found this wonderful company that helps all kinds of kids and parents. So I signed up, and I love it.

**What do you like most about being a CareDriver?**

I can make my own schedule, and I can help kids and parents. I don’t have kids myself but I love helping parents and making things a bit easier in their fast and sometimes crazy lives.  

**Have you had any special experiences with Riders that have been meaningful to you? **

I am bilingual (Spanish and English), and I had a Rider who was adopted abroad. When I said good morning, she just looked at me and didn’t say a word so I asked if she spoke English and she said no. I then used my Spanish to ask if she spoke Spanish, and she immediately replied “si”. So I started a conversation, and she was a very nice girl, and very polite. I really enjoy interacting with kids to create a relationship with them. 

**What would you say is the most important thing you gain from being a CareDriver?**

Independence because I can work as much or as little as I want or need to. 

**Have you learned anything surprising from your Riders? **

How important communication is. I have learned that many kids need an adult to talk to about life.

**Do you have any advice you think would be useful for other CareDrivers?**

Always be friendly to both parents and Riders. You never know how their day started, and maybe your kindness can make a change in their day.

**How important do you think HopSkipDrive’s mission (to create opportunity for all through mobility) is, and why?**

It’s very important because a lot of parents need assistance with transporting their kids safely with trustable drivers.

**Is there anything else you’d like to share about your experience as a CareDriver? **

I just want to thank you for this great opportunity!

Want to learn more about becoming a HopSkipDrive CareDriver? 

 

 

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