Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in American Fork, UT

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.

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... show more

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.... show more

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.

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... show more

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 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... show more

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.... show more

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.... show more

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 with newborn duties, I've worked with a range of ages over the course of the last 5 years... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

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... show more

Hello! I'm a California native! Growing up I had a very special relationship with a babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving and thoughtful influence as a nanny. My child care experience ranges from helping special needs kids, newborns all the way to young adults. I find such joy being a positive mentor in a... show more

I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. With three years of experience, I've honed my skills in providing safe, stimulating, and nurturing environments for children of all ages. I believe in fostering a child's development through play, exploration, and... show more

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... show more

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.