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Find special needs caregivers in American Fork, UT that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in American Fork, UT

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in American Fork, UT

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Lizzy G.


American Fork, UT

$30/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 24 years old and the oldest of 7! I've been nannying professionally for the past 6 years. I love spending time with my siblings and have always been a super nurturing and caring person. My youngest brother has Down syndrome, so I have a lot of experience with children that have special needs.
Lizzy can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Allison A.


American Fork, UT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have babysat ever since I was 12, watching kids from all ages. I love to play sports, go on walks, and swim. I've had opportunities to go on vacations with families I have nannied for in the past, as well as being able to watch kids for a few hours randomly. I am respite certified so I do know CPR and first aide. My nephew has...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Allison was very good with our two and three year old. She was also very accommodating and stayed hours past the time we initially told her we would be back. She helped us out so much. She colored with the kids and played with them, keeping them engaged. Great...

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Elizabeth P.


American Fork, UT

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

My name is Elizabeth and I am 26 years old. I truly have a passion working with children and have a calling for working with children with special needs. I am extremely passionate and caring care giver that will love and teach your little one. I am experienced working in special needs and am comfortable with most situations....
When I was in high school I was a part of the buddy club so I ate lunch with all the special needs kids and we had a prom for them and it was so fun and then I have an autistic cousin that I am close with.
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Amanda L.


American Fork, UT

$20-26/hr1 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

I worked as a registered behavior technician for about a year. I worked with individuals with autism spectrum disorder ages 1-13 doing applied behavior analysis. I also helped these individuals learn independently living skills, potty training, preschool, and social skills.
I have worked as a para educator for 3 years and I love it! I am very patient and dependable. I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, patient I like caring for people with special needs because I have a lot of experience with it. I started caring for people with special needs when I started working as a para educator 3...
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Michn M.


American Fork, UT

$30-50/hr20 yrs exp

Retired Nurse Wants To Help You Care For Your Loved Ones

I am a 51-year-old mother of 8 nearly grown children and grandma to one. I have 30 years experience as an RN working as a pediatric private duty home care nurse, caring for medically fragile children. Due to medical issues due to an auto accident, I'm unable to continue to work in my chosen field, but miss my job providing love...
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Christina S.


American Fork, UT

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time Summer Caregiver!

I work at Dan W. Peterson School during the school year! I work with kids who have severe special needs from ages 10-14! My responsibilities at that job include, diapering, feeding and helping the teacher with whatever she needs! I love my job but just need a summer job while school isn't in session!
I recently returned home from a full time mission about 6 months ago and just moved to American Fork Utah at the beginning of July of 2023. I started babysitting when I was 13 and have loved it ever since. When I was 18 I got my first nannying job for 3 amazing children! I have experience working with kids from 6 months old and...
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Misha S.


American Fork, UT

$14-20/hr

Summer Help Available

I have a BS from BYU in FCS Ed. & completed coursework in areas such as Teaching Students w/ Disabilities, Child & Adolescent Development, & Teaching Preschool using DAP. I'm inspired by brother, who has a rare seizure disorder (Lennox Gastaut Syndrome) resulting in cognitive developmental delays. I LOVE spending time with him....
I'm positive, driven, and up to any challenge! I worked with disabled adults after graduating from high school and found that it is something I really love. I am adaptable and quickly pick things up. I recently returned home from religious missionary service in South Korea and am looking for a job until school starts up again....
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Christina S.


American Fork, UT

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

Looking For A Full Time Summer Job Near American Fork!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting ever since I was 15 and I love it! I have worked at a special needs school since 2019 as a Paraeducator and have been a nanny/ respite worker on the side and have loved it! I am looking for a job to fill some extra time and just pick up occasional baby sitting gigs! I would love to be able to take the kids...
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Venus T.


American Fork, UT

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

I Think We Maybe A Great Fit!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I would love to give you some background on my experience! :) I started when I was 12 years old. I made flyers to advertise myself, determined to be the neighborhood babysitter! I ended up building quite the clientele. I watched only children, sets of twins, families of five, children with disabilities, of all...
Hi there! I'm Makenna! I'm 24 years old; I recently graduated from UVDA got a certificate in dental assisting. I am currently looking for a part time job; I have worked with special needs kids for 2 years; I've babysat for families; I'm a very fun; nice; and caring person. I have lds standards; I can cook (not too advanced); I...
Makenna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jenna M.


American Fork, UT

$19-33/hr4 yrs exp

Happy Outgoing Sitter!!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I love kids and being around them, my favorite thing is watching them learn new things and teach me new things daily! I work very well with all ages, but especially love being around newborns/infants!! *Right now I'm looking to come help a mom with newborn duties, I've worked with a range of ages over the course of the last 5...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello! I have worked with kids since I can remember! I started by babysitting and then went to helping in the cave kids preschool for two years, doing internships in elementary schools (4th and 5th grade), being involved in SNAP (special needs assistance program) for 3 years, working at a daycare as the toddlers teacher for a...
Kennedy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Misha S.


American Fork, UT

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Teacher And Nanny ISO Summer Job

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I graduated from BYU with a BS in Family and Consumer Sciences Education (food & nutrition, child development, preschool teaching, interior design, sewing, finance, etc.). I start teaching in the fall and I currently nanny for a family who needs me every once in a while, so I'm looking for more summer hours! The family I work...
Misha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Amanda W.


American Fork, UT

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny, Caregiver, Babysitter, Errand Runner... Your Next Utility Player

Childcare Experience: I have extensive experience in childcare, working with a diverse range of children, including those with special needs and from various cultural backgrounds. During high school, I dedicated a couple of years to volunteering with a special needs group. I've cared for children of all ages- from newborns to...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have experience in caring for children with autism and for elderly too. I took on a summer job where I learned to care for 3 children with special needs. Following that, I have aided in elderly care for dementia clients.
Mokaleini can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello!! My name is Riley, I have my CNA and I have 6+ years with caregiving, nannying, etc. I have helped all kinds of people with different needs. From kids with special needs to elderly with dementia that need much assistance. I am a very patient and friendly person and I genuinely enjoy helping people.
Riley can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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