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142 special needs caregivers are listed in Salt Lake City, UT
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Salt Lake City, UT
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently in a career transitional phase. I was a certified teacher for children with special needs and am returning to school for my master's in special and elementary education. As a teacher, I understand how difficult it is for parents of special needs children to place their child into someone else's care, but I assure...
5.0
"Camilla is a wonderful teacher who children adore. She taught a group of kindergarten students for me and every child and parent enjoyed their time with her. Camilla communicates clearly when there are changes to her schedule or situation. She is responsible,...
Molly P.
5.0
(1)
After nearly five years in Talent Acquisition/HR, I have decided to return to teaching. I have taught in public and private schools in NY, UT and the Middle East. My most recent experience working with children was as a private teacher/trainer in Brisbane, Australia, supporting young people with special needs in the community....
Jonathan F.
Salt Lake City, UT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caretaker since 2015, working with individuals with special needs. From 2012 to 2019, I also worked as a paraprofessional , supporting students during the school year while caretaking during the summers. Working with special needs has always been my passion., After 2019, I transitioned to full-time caregiving, a...
5.0
"Jonathan has a natural ability to care for children. His extensive time working in the Salt Lake School district in a special needs classroom has only reinforced that. He truly takes the time to know and understand each child as an individual."
Laura H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started volunteering at a school for students with severe disabilities when I was 14 and fell in love. I have been teaching students with disabilities for over 19 years. I am highly qualified in ESL, middle school math, elementary content, and special education.
I love working with kids and engaging them to learn while having...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am very responsible, reliable, and keep the commitments I make. I have the ability to manage very difficult behaviors (aggression/elopement) effectively by using positive behavior supports. I am a BCBA and I especially enjoy taking children out into the community whom others may find too challenging to manage safely. I can...
5.0
"Kevin worked with my son with special and he is great to work with, he has experience and was very reliable and dependable."
Kat G.
Rebecca S.
Salt Lake City, UT
$14-19/hr
5.0
(1)
I have worked very closely with individuals on the spectrum, it has truly been an honor. I've worked with both adults and children.
Moeata S.
Salt Lake City, UT
$14-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I had experience of over 10 yrs taking care elderly patients addition to that all that I mark for my experience.. I treat them with love and care I have experience with elderly care with Alzheimer's and anxiety and depression and many more
5.0
"Moeata worked for my grandma who had dimentia for about 3 years until she passed. My grandma loved moeata and was able to get the best care from her. Moeata changed her diapers daily, bathed her and cooked and fed her which is no easy task especially because my...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello all! I'm a fulltime student, married, and need a part time. I have experience in daycares, schools, the medical field, and in-home nannying/caregiving. My last gig was as a Behavior Technician at a charter school and I'm educated in ABA therapy. I believe that children are inherently good and learn by being taught. Single...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm 22 college student. I'm majoring in dentistry. I love kids, and I have 6 years of paid experience working with infants up to toddlers and school graders and special needs children. I've experienced working with twins and multiple kids at once that are close in age. I've worked with families, daycares and school volunteering....
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Tierney K.
Salt Lake City, UT
$14/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
About me: Hi, I'm Tierney. I am looking to work as a date night babysitter and hoping I'm the right fit for your family's childcare needs. I'm an active person and babysitter. I love to go to the park, ride bikes, and explore the outdoors. I am back in school (online) completing prerequisite courses for a masters degree which...
Tierney can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tierney is a wonderful caregiver and I would strongly recommend her to anyone looking for a great quality babysitter. She worked with all of our kids (ages from 11 down to 3) and even watched them overnight on a few occasions."
Shawn B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Consuelo. I am a student at the UofU in Anthropology. I am also a dog groomer :).
I've been taking care of kids since I reached adolescence. I continued that path until today, expanding my knowledge and experience. I've worked with children of all ages, from newborns to preadolescent! I know how to handle any...
Consuelo can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Consuelo is wonderful! She took care of my 5 month old all day while my husband and I worked. She's kind, playful and attentive"
Jenna A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
" Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid. "Albert Einstein."
I'm Rachel, I love this quote by Albert Einstein, and as a teacher I want to be able to recognize when a student is a fish and not judge them as a monkey. I completed my...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Rachel for almost 2 years. She is a very caring and hard working person. She is very dedicated to her work. She is dependable and trustworthy. Rachel is always willing to go the extra mile to get things done."
Cori H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have always had a strong connection to young children ever since I was a child myself. I began my career working with children in early childhood development and education more than 15 years ago and have served in positions ranging from preschool teacher to curriculum specialist, cook, and assistant director/administrator. I...
Kali can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kali was personable with us and with the kids. Very engaged w them from the start. Great sitter."
Care member
Geovana F.
Salt Lake City, UT
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Lovely Babysitter For You Children! I Will Do My Best To Help You
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Energetic and compassionate babysitter with 3+ years of experience in providing exceptional care to children of various ages. Skilled in creating engaging activities, and ensuring safety. I have CPR certificate
I'd describe my personality as creative, gentle and funny
I like working with kids because they teach me a lot...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Geovana did a great job. She was right on time, just wonderful."
Steve H.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kristin
I'm an energetic and fun-loving caregiver and have a genuine affection for children. I am looking for either a full or part time nanny position.
I have a lot of childcare experience, great reviews on care. com and can provide letters of reference. I have been a live-in nanny in New York and recently...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristin was responsive and willing to meet for an interview. Her credentials are impressive and she was sweet with our toddler!"
Evelyn V.
Taylor T.
Salt Lake City, UT
$21/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun Sitter, Parent Helper, Great Cleaner, Helps With School!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 23 years old and have babysat, been a caregiver, and a nanny off and on for the last 6 years. I grew up taking care of my 5 younger siblings and then was a nanny for younger children. I then moved onto caregiving with DD clients. I am great with house-work, have a college degree so can help with younger kids and...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is very responsible. We feel very safe when she looks after our baby. She is punctual, dependable and a quick learner."
Anushka D.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hi - I am Shelley! I am available for occasional jobs during the evenings or on weekends. Unfortunately, I am normally not available during the day as work full time.
Do you need a sitter for a date night, wedding, or ski outing? I would love to help. Here's a little about my background.
I started babysitting when I was 12...
Shelley can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I love Shelley! My little one wasn't shy around her and she treated him amazingly. I would 100% love to work with her again."
Kylee C.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting as a young teen and then I worked as a care giver in a home daycare between the ages of 16-18. From 2001 I worked for 5 years in 2 day care centers in the infant room. I really enjoy working with the babies and feel very comfortable with them. People always ask me how to help calm and take care of infants...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Kathy when my baby was 3 month old. Now she is 13 months. Kathy did a fantastic job as a nanny. She is punctual, reliable and very good at getting baby down for naps and feeding (I have a tough little one who refuses to sleep). She is more than a nanny. I...
Sophia F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello all! I'm a U student and have experience in daycares, schools, nursing homes, and in-home nannying/care giving.
I believe that children are inherently good and learn by being taught. Empathy, silliness, patience, and communication are all essential when caring for a child. I love working with kids of all ages and will...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Hannah takes great care when working with her clients. She has a special ability to not only utilize her knowledge and skill set in child care and development, but intuition and warmth that creates the best environment for any child. She has been a pleasure to work...
Taylor C.
Jessie H.
Salt Lake City, UT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative, Fun, And Experienced Nanny Open To Full/Part-Time Opportunities
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Jessie.
I am a creative, fun, responsible, and experienced childcare professional. I am open to either full-time or part-time positions and am looking forward to starting with a new family as soon as possible. I have 10+ years experience working with children. My experience ranges from instructing toddler...
Jessie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessie is a fun and responsible babysitter, the perfect balance of happy, engaging, creative, and responsible. The kids always wanted her to come back but she also made sure the kids followed the rules, were safe, and resolved any sibling squabbles in kind ways....
Sarah J.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Salt Lake City, UT
Camilla P.
5.0
Having Camilla run my childcare and preschool was one of the best things I ever did, she is loving, kind, patient, and one of the best things that ever happened to us. Anyone that has the pleasure of having Camilla work with their kiddos is one of the best things you could ever do.
- Cindy S.
Jonathan F.
5.0
Jonathan has a natural ability to care for children. His extensive time working in the Salt Lake School district in a special needs classroom has only reinforced that. He truly takes the time to know and understand each child as an individual.
- Laura H.
Kevin D.
5.0
Kevin worked with my son with special and he is great to work with, he has experience and was very reliable and dependable.
- Kat G.
Moeata S.
5.0
Moeata worked for my grandma who had dimentia for about 3 years until she passed. My grandma loved moeata and was able to get the best care from her. Moeata changed her diapers daily, bathed her and cooked and fed her which is no easy task especially because my grandma was a very picky woman. I...
- Care member
Tierney K.
5.0
Tierney has been great for us as a weekend date night sitter. My 3.5 year old daughter is always excited when it's a Tierney night!
- Emily B.
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Ratings for Salt Lake City, UT special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Salt Lake City, UT are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 69 reviews of the 142 listed special needs caregivers.