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Caitlin V.


Tacoma, WA

$13-20/hr

Babysitter/Part Time Caregiver Available

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I love working with special needs children, teens, and adults, and am going to college to become a Special Needs Teacher. I was a teachers assistant for our special needs program at my high school this past year and have worked with special needs teens every day. I also have an autistic cousin whom I babysit often.
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Kate J.


Tacoma, WA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Kate. I am a trained pediatric nurse practitioner and love working with newborns, infants, children and their families.
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Calvin N.


Tacoma, WA

$26-40/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Need Caregiver

As I sit down to pen down the chapters of my life, I am filled with a sense of humility and gratitude for the experiences that have shaped me into the caregiver I am today. Each encounter with a client with special needs has been a lesson in empathy, resilience, and unconditional love. This is the story of my journey as a...
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Tierra W.


Fife, WA

$30-40/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! I am an Eastern Washington University student-athlete alumni. I have an extensive fitness background. I love being active. I enjoy working with pets, throwing the tennis ball more times than I can count. I have two cats of my own, who love soft food, being groomed, and playing with their toys. I have owned various types of...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs adults for 26 years. Currently, I work with a young woman with special needs, part-time. I loved working with my clients and helping them. It is fulfilling and very rewarding to see them learn and grow to their fullest potential.

Joanna Z.


Tacoma, WA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Work Wanted

I have worked with mentally and physically disabled adults for 14 years. I have 2 children, 14 and 22 years old. I have a nephew with CP. If I had to choose one disability I enjoy working with it is Autism. I have an AA degree in Human Services. I'm finishing my Bachelors degree in the fall of this year. I am looking to babysit...
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Jennifer C.


Lakewood, WA

$19-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Professional And Patient Caregiver

Hello, my name is Jennifer. I am a professional and patient caregiver. My most recent experience was caring for one disabled person for the past two years. I assisted with her morning and evening routine which included feeding, bathing, administering medication, household chores, feeding, and hygiene. I have experience with...
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Gabrielle M.


Lakewood, WA

$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Behavior Technician

Hi, my name is Elle. :) I work as a Behavior Technician in an educational setting. I have worked at a day facility for adults with special needs as well. I am pretty comfortable and familiar with the needs of these types of jobs. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask. I'm never sure what to put in bios....

Kathryn A.


Lakewood, WA

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caring, Kind, Patient Caregiver

I have eight years of experience working with Kokua, a non-profit that supports adults with developmental disabilities. I worked with the Independent Living and Community Guide programs and enjoyed it very much. I do not provide personal care or hoyering.
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Kissswanna C.


Spanaway, WA

$22-26/hr • 2 yrs exp

Patience And Consistency Is Key!

5.0

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Hi I have experience with dealing with special needs children, as I have a cousin who is autistic and a family friend I used to care for who is autistic and non verbal. I understand consistency, patience, and a routine are key when dealing with kids or adults with special needs. I also took 3 years of ASL in high school and...
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Isatou A.


Kent, WA

$17-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I Have Almost 6 Years Working Experience With Different Diagnostics.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children and adults with developmental disabilities since 2010. I have mainly worked within group home settings, but worked 1-1 with each individual. I love working with individuals with disabilities because they have so much more joy in their life than the average person. I also enjoy working with them...
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Sandra M.


Federal Way, WA

$24-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I've been a childcare & special needs care provider for many years. I've cared for healthy, autistic, developmentally disabled and brain injured children ages infant to young adult for several years. I cared for a born brain injured youth for several years who needed complete and total care. Driving her on outings was part of...
5.0
"Sandra is kind, gentle, sweet, very caring, conscientious, hard-working, goes the extra mile, is always early, and very dependable. I have had several health issues over the past 6 months that have caused me to need help with everything in my life, even all the...

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Hottensiah K.


Federal Way, WA

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am an African lady, mature. I enjoy working with the elderly and special care needs individuals. I am friendly, easy going and I respect others.
5.0
"Hottensiah is a very caring and capable caregiver. She has excellent skills and is always looking for ways to improve. She is very reliable and trustworthy. She is also a very good cook, and prepares healthy meals. I recommend her highly. "

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Sydney L.


Bonney Lake, WA

$17-25/hr

Full-Time Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I took 3 Years of American Sign Language, so I am very fluent and willing to teach. The past year for one of my high school classed called careers with children I went to a first grade classroom and worked with all of the students, paying special attention to a little girl with autism. I worked with her all year and taught her...
5.0
"Highly recommend! Sydney watched my child for a week. She arrived every day on time. She was extremely responsive."

Scott O.

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Hanalee M.


Spanaway, WA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver With Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Many years accumulated working in the Medical Field w/Seniors and with Developed Mentally Disabilities. I have worked in Private Duty and worked for companies where I have Managerial Experience working in a 115bed community, managing its 24hr care staff/residents. Words cannot express how much experience I have working with all...
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Joyce C.


Federal Way, WA

$25-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Owesome Caregiver

My name is Joyce, vibrant, compassionate conservative caregiver full of energy. I have been a caregiver for 9+years. Its a job I love and Passionate about. I have experience with but not limited to medication management, mobility Assistance, bathing/dressing, meal preparation, companionship and housekeeping. I have been able to...
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Alisha Y.


Federal Way, WA

$35-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

As A Nurturer I'm Passionate About Caring For People

I'm a very dependable, patient, compassionate, & thoughtful woman who has 14 years of experience caring for seniors, adults, & children who require assistance with various health conditions/special needs. I've worked with individuals with Alzheimer's, stroke, cancers, macular degeneration, diabetes, auto-immune conditions,...
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Hannah H.


Puyallup, WA

$17-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there I am looking to find a position in which I can work with someone by providing genuine care and nurturing assistance with day to day living. I love meeting new people, going for walks, and listening to others life stories. :)
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Shandra P.


Pacific, WA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Aid

3.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 10 years experience working in a educational setting. I like working in a diverse range of the population with adults and children. My background has been striving to give back to the community. I take pride and dependable and ready to work. Caregiver Aid: Prepared meals either in advance depending on dietary needs;...
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Alexandra D.


Olympia, WA

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am a locally located state employee with bachelors and graduate degrees, and I nannied all through college! I continue to take on small care assignments since I miss being around kiddos so often! I take a child-led approach and regularly encourage them to expand their confidence and skills. I'm not afraid to get messy with...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in University Place, WA

Sandra M.

5.0

Sandra provided an engaging and fun experience for special needs son. She will tell what she intends to do for the time you have hired her. Sandra has a clear vision of what to do & is effective in implementing it. My son was happy and safe in her care and I highly recommend her. Esther W.

- Esther W.

Hottensiah K.

5.0

Hottensiah is a very caring and capable caregiver. She has excellent skills and is always looking for ways to improve. She is very reliable and trustworthy. She is also a very good cook, and prepares healthy meals. I recommend her highly.

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Sydney L.

5.0

Highly recommend! Sydney watched my child for a week. She arrived every day on time. She was extremely responsive.

- Scott O.

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