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Erin L.


Kirkland, WA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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I am graduating in May from Northwest University with a bachelor's degree in Psychology. I have 15 years experience working with children in both home and school settings. I have been a respite caregiver with DSHS as well as 5 years in the Lake Washington School District as a special education paraeducator. As a paraeducator, I...

Sara F.


Seattle, WA

$21/hr • 2 yrs exp

Outgoing Special Education Major

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As I am a Special Education Major at Chapman University, I am extremely passionate about caring for those with special need. I have extensive experience in the classroom setting and adequate experience in a household setting. I have a young cousin with Downs Syndrome and a close friend with an Autistic child. For as long as I...
5.0
"Sara is amazing...compassionate, genuine, dependable and responsible and a delight to have around. She took care of my six year old son and nine year old daughter over the summer and they simply loved her. She drove them around, played with them, helped with their...

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Ariana W.


Bothell, WA

$20-25/hr

Part-Time Special Needs Care Available

I am very passionate about caring for those who have special needs. At my high school I am a Peer Coach, which means I work with all of the kids who have special needs. I work with kids who have downs syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, and many more disabilities. It is my favorite part of the day. The girl I mainly work with has...
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Thalia B.


Seattle, WA

$28-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My younger brother has cognitive disabilities and epilepsy. He is an absolute joy and I love hanging out with him. I have helped my parents by caring for my brother when they go out or taking him on neighborhood walks and enrichment activities. Recently I have been caring for a family with two delightful special needs children...
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Orit W.


Seattle, WA

$21/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter For Children With Special Needs

Hi, I'm 23 years old and I just came back to the states after working and traveling for over a year in New Zealand and Europe. I spend a year in New Zealand where I worked as an Au pair (live-in nanny) for a few different families, one of which had an adorably 5-year-old boy with Down syndrome. I have worked with adults and...
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Kristen Z.


Bothell, WA

$49/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kristen, I am 25 years old, recently married and currently pursuing Occupational Therapy. I recently worked at Seattle Children's Hospital on the Pediatric Mental Health Unit but am now pursuing Occupational Therapy. I worked at Jill's House, a non-profit organization in the DC area that provides respite for...
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Miguel P.


Seattle, WA

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Aba Tech Looking For Extra Hours

I work at a special Ed department in a high school full time during the school year. I am currently looking for summer hours to assist with care. Experience with: ASD (Autism) Adhd Ocd Angelman syndrome Downs syndrome Williams syndrome Epilepsy Cognitive disability Dyslexia
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Annika A.


Redmond, WA

$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have a younger brother with Down Syndrome. I also worked with the International Center for Autism Neurodevelopment as a Behavioral Technician. There I used therapy with clients aged 3-14 years old with various needs.
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Madison P.


Seattle, WA

$29-34/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have worked with kiddos who are on the Autism spectrum, have ADHD, Down Syndrome and complex medical histories for about 6 years. My last three years I worked at Seattle Children's Autism Center as a Certified Behavior Technician II with kiddos aged 2-6, although I have experience with kiddos up to age 12. I've been trained on...
I enjoy being active and most of my experience with people with special needs is through nonprofit organizations that provide sports and physical activity to people with a wide range of disabilities. These activities include teaching adaptive skiing and assisting sled hockey, power soccer, and wheelchair basketball teams. I...
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Alyssia B.


Seattle, WA

$27/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Alyssia and I am happy to be considered for assistance in caring for your family. I have 4+ years of diverse babysitting experience coupled with tutoring in Algebra. I have cared for kids as young as 5 months old to 12 years of age including my youngest brother who has Down syndrome. I have much experience...
Alyssia can also help with: Meal prep
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Lillian R.


Bothell, WA

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Share Available In Loving Home

I am available to watch your baby or toddler from 4 months to 5 years old, along with another child (1 yr old girl), from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday in my house in South San Francisco. I charge $12/hour. I have a large 3 bed/2 bath home with a large backyard, and the house is across the street from a wonderful neighborhood...
Lillian can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Amanda M.


Seattle, WA

$21-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi all! I graduated from Western Washington University with a BS in Psychology in 2019. During undergrad, I worked as a caregiver for adults with developmental disabilities. After graduation, I started providing Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I have experience helping those...
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Rachel D.


Lynnwood, WA

$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Doting Nanny And Experienced Sitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, Thank you for considering me in your search for the right childcare provider. As the oldest of 6 children, I've had a hand in childcare for as long as I can remember. I was 13 when my youngest brother (now 16) was diagnosed with Down Syndrome and Autism as an infant, so I have extensive experience taking care of special...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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"Kahlan helped us get back to work after our parental leave watching our 5 - 9 month old. She was punctual and patient with our baby that had significant separation anxiety. She also endured with us through renovation work on our condo and was flexible with...

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Xenia G.


Kent, WA

$17/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Experienced babysitter. I have 6 years of hands- on experience taking care of children from 6 months to 12 years providing as a dance teacher, in home children care and household manager. Kind and energetic individual skills. Focused on family values y respectful parenting. - availability: weekend/ week day after 5 p.m. -I...
Xenia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She is amazing, she is very patient, she is an incredible cook, she takes into account the children's food restrictions, she is very punctual following the children's schedule. Safety driver "

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Quinn J.


Monroe, WA

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Care Provider

I have over 10 years experience working with kids to adults with special needs ranging from autism to Downs Syndrome and also Sensory Processing Disorder. I'm am patient and kind and very supportive
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Mackenzie C.


Renton, WA

$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello! I have been working with children for about 9 years, with 3 years being primarily with children with special needs. Most of my experience is with autism and Downs Syndrome. I currently work in the field if Applied Behavior Analysis and I feel I can bring fun and individualized activities to children outside my field of...
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Jissel O.


Lynnwood, WA

$38-45/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Jissel and I have two years of experience working with special kids/adults needs like, Autism, ADHD, speech delay, Down syndrome, and cognitive disabilities, I'm a very passionate and patient person who loves to help and always do my best to make people feel confortable around me and create a peaceful environment, I...
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Lourdes D.


Seattle, WA

$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Aye, I'm from Mexico and I'd describe my personality as fun, respectful and responsible, I have experience working with multiple kids and families. - 5 years of experience - I can provide references - CPR certification/Infant qualified. - Clean background - Reliable car - First aid care - Experience with kids...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Angela B.


Lynnwood, WA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

At the age of 13 I volunteered at an agency working with all types of disabilities and fell in love with it. I have worked with young and old with different disabilities ranging from autism, down syndrome, and people with epilepsy. I am very compassionate and patient and find working with people with disabilities such a joy. I...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Kirkland, WA

Sara F.

5.0

Sara is amazing...compassionate, genuine, dependable and responsible and a delight to have around. She took care of my six year old son and nine year old daughter over the summer and they simply loved her. She drove them around, played with them, helped with their home work, and really took special...

- Sarupa W.

Rachel D.

5.0

Kahlan is wonderful! She was our part time nanny for about 5 months for our 1 year old son (was a temporary arrangement from the beginning). She was very warm and patient with him, and clearly has lots of experience with young kids. She kept him occupied and happy with different games and songs. She...

- Sean B.

Xenia G.

5.0

She is an excellent worker, responsible and very committed.

- Care member

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