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31 special needs caregivers are listed in Anchorage, AK

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Anchorage, AK

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Angie F.


Anchorage, AK

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Angie and I'm offering child care for weekends or date nights. I've been a caregiver for more than eight years and have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. I have experience taking care babies, toddlers, multiple kids at once, and I have experience taking care kids with special...
Angie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Dana S.


Anchorage, AK

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Helping You With Your Special Needs.....

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I grew up with a brother with special needs. He was born with Cerebral Palsy. I was a constant part of his everyday functioning needs. He was/is a huge sports fan so many interesting public outings have been had trying to find where they stashed his chair and many other typical "the public does not understand" events. I also...
5.0
"Dana is a wonderful all around caregiver. Dependable , bright and adapts easily to all needs and instructions. Our pets loved her from day one and are excited to see her whenever she comes. Recommend highly!!!"

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Kelly O.


Anchorage, AK

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have experience with in-home senior care, which involved companionship, transportation, light meal prep, grooming/hygiene, and housekeeping.
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Baly J.


Anchorage, AK

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hoping To Pickup Some Date Nights.

Hello, my name is Baly. I am 25 years old and love children, I am currently a nanny and housekeeper, I have experience with special needs children. The ages I have experience in is from age 0-16. I also have a wonderful 5-year-old daughter who would be tagging along with me, she is very well behaved and is great company for play...
Baly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning

Katy B.


JBER, AK

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked in a life skills classroom at Anchorage School district for 2 years providing assistance to students with disabilities. I enjoy my job and am seeking a degree in Special Education.
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Kailey G.


Eagle River, AK

$23-24/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitting - Flexible Availability

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kailey, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my husband, 18-month-old and our two pups. I have experience working with kiddos from birth to high school age. I've spent many years working with kids in a variety of settings. I've worked as a tennis instructor, nanny, tutor, student teacher, and general caregiver!...
Kailey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kailey is great and my boys love her! She is dependable and communicates really well with us! Looking forward to continuing work with her in the future!! "

Chelsea B.

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Sarah M.


Eagle River, AK

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Recent Esthetician Graduate Looking For Full-time Job

Growing up I have had a lot of experience in caring for children. I started babysitting the neighborhood kids when I was 12, and continued to babysit for friends and family throughout high school. My most recent experience was babysitting for a family I met through Care. com. I watched their 2-year-old son anywhere from 3-6 days...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah is smart, fun, creative, and wonderful. We were fortunate to have her watching our two year old son and would heartily recommend her to your family."

Ian S.

Hi I'm Cassie I have training in CPR and first aid training iv been working with kids for 3 years iv been a camp counselor and spent a lot of time helping out at my moms works she works with special needs kids I'd describe my personality as creative responsible humorous
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Alicia O.


Eagle River, AK

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Retired Special Education Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have an M. Ed. in special education with a concentration in severe disabilities. I taught for 5 years, but am not teaching anymore to help care for my elderly family members. I have an older brother with autism, so I have grown up around those with disabilities. I look forward to meeting your family!
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Richelle B.


Eagle River, AK

$35/hr5 yrs exp

About Me...

Although I don't have much paid experience caring for children, I am the mother of 3 boys ranging in age from 7 to 24 years old. I also have experience caring for special needs children, specifically those diagnosed with ADHD and cancer. I am a certified CNA and also have certification in Adult, Child, and Baby First...
Richelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

Hannah G.


Wasilla, AK

$11-16/hr1 yrs exp

I am an OB registered nurse at the Alaska Native Medical Center looking for some more job experience with children. I work with newborns all the time. I was a nanny for a special needs child along with other numerous ages of children throughout my life.
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Anchorage, AK

Dana S.

5.0

I highly recommend Dana and she is absolute blessing for our 5 fur babies. Dana is reliable, trustworthy and has a magic touch they all loved her. That is not all ways the case they are very picky little ones on who they trust. Dana went above and beyond taking care of these babies and our home....

- Kim F.

Kailey G.

5.0

Kailey is great and my boys love her! She is dependable and communicates really well with us! Looking forward to continuing work with her in the future!!

- Chelsea B.

Sarah M.

5.0

Sarah is smart, fun, creative, and wonderful. We were fortunate to have her watching our two year old son and would heartily recommend her to your family.

- Ian S.

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Ratings for Anchorage, AK special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Anchorage, AK are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 31 listed special needs caregivers.