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Alissa S.


Athol, ID

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

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I'm a gentle, positive, and kind caretaker with many years of experience. I love to do creative and outdoor activities, and I don't rely on tv/screen time to entertain! I'm happy to help with other household chores as needed, or prepping meals. I am very flexible and happy to discuss your specific needs! I cannot host at my home...
Alissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ashley T.


Post Falls, ID

$20/hr7 yrs exp

I'm A Single Mom Looking To Care For One Family Or Multiple As I Love Kids And Enjoy Caring For Them

5.0

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I'd describe my personality as kind, fun, outgoing I like working with kids because they are such a joy and I love doing arts and crafts and outdoor activities I'm looking for a job that allows me to be myself while I help your kids learn and grow and have fun! I started working with kids when I was 18, I am now 24 In my...
5.0
"She's a great mom to her son and her fur babies! Pays very well and same day pay. Schedules are written out for every day. Dog and cats are very well behaved. Ashley is super sweet and down to earth!"

Maddy T.

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Jennifer D.


Coeur d Alene, ID

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

I have 18 years experience as a CNA working in a wide variety of settings including hospice, assisted living, home health, hospital, and skilled nursing facility. I am med tech certified, and have 5+ years of experience assisting with medications. I am very compassionate, and enjoy helping others. I would love the opportunity to...
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Leah N.


Post Falls, ID

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with multi-lingual and nonverbal learners, and volunteered for over two years two with various children who had behavioral, emotional, and mental disabilities, and worked internationally with special need students. , for two years with children with disabilities. Throughout my years of experience I have had...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Leah was fantastic with our 3 kids. We've had lots of part time childcare through the years and she is certainly one of the best ever. She is dependable, kind and hardworking. She did amazing art and really connected with our son who now loves drawing."

Lizabeth M.

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Ramie H.


Rathdrum, ID

$20/hr4 yrs exp

I Love Kids And Am Looking For A Fun Loving Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 21 years old and have always loved kids. I have 4 years of experience with babysitting and 1 year as a nanny I can help with Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, cleaning up around the house, pretty much anything that is needed. I have had special needs experience with my little sister for the past 12 years. I am CPR and...
Ramie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"5 stars for Ramie! She was a huge help to us during our family vacation to a Dude Ranch in Harrison, ID. She was able to watch my youngest children so that we could bring my older children horse back riding and other activities we couldn't take the little ones...

Claire A.

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Nevaeh W.


Sagle, ID

$20-40/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Nevaeh, I'm 18, and I'm a senior in high school. I'm a youth leader at my church's youth group, and I volunteer with the children's church on sundays, too. I have some experience working with special needs kids and love to help with homework.
Nevaeh can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
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Dova N.


Coeur d Alene, ID

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Implementor Of LOVE, CARE, And WONDER

Hi there! My name is Dova and I am a 25-year-old professional childcare provider with an immense passion for working with children!! I believe that children are so special and that this fact should always be recognized and nourished !! My experienced started off with just the causal babysitting but has blossomed into so much...
Dova can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emily N.


Post Falls, ID

$21-25/hr

Here To Be Helping Hands

Hi, I'm Emily. I am a Mom, a wife, and a Grammy. I'm an animal lover, a gardener, and a nature lover. I love Jesus with all of my soul, and I love serving others. I'm fun and laid back, and also pretty chatty. I'd describe myself as warm, outgoing, and a nurturer. I love to love on others. I have experience in elder/Alzheimer's...
I have a dual degree in special education/elementary education. I became interested in working with people with special needs when my stepbrother suffered a traumatic brain injury as a teenager. Since then, I have worked as an ABA interventionist and a mild-mod special education teacher. I am still currently working with kids...
Hello, my name is Autumn, and I was born and raised in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. I am one of six children and have extensive experience in caregiving, particularly in babysitting my three younger siblings, including one with special needs. Throughout my life, I have managed tasks such as bedtime routines, bath time, diaper...
Autumn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Karen S.


Coeur d Alene, ID

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Karen and I am passionate about working with children and seniors. I have worked for over 30 years with children and 10 years experience with the elderly. I have been a nanny, and camp counselor, ran a day camp, worked at child development centers, and clinics, and worked in the schools. I have worked as a CNA in...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Jill M.


Post Falls, ID

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am CPR/First aide certified for infant/child adult. I am also a certified meds assistant. I have 4 grown successful children. I have worked w/the mentally challenged/special needs children since 3rd grade (in the portables) all throughout elementary - college. Worked 4 S. L. Start n Associates, Angel Aides n the Mentor. I am...
Jill can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Allison C.


Coeur d Alene, ID

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Licensed Special Education Teacher

I am a licensed special education teacher who has worked with kids with a wide range of disabilities. I previously did direct support care for little aba therapy where I provided expert in home care to individuals with autism. Most recently I worked in a self-contained classroom for kids with behavior issues and emotional...
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Alisha H.


Post Falls, ID

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver For Your Loved One

I love spending time with people and getting to know them. I would love to have the opportunity to help keep your loved ones happy and healthy.
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Erika A.


Post Falls, ID

$12-17/hr7 yrs exp

Your New Lifesaver

I am a warm, positive, and consistent mother of a 3-month-old. I started working in early childhood education about seven years ago as a preschool teacher. I have experience working with a variety of ages and abilities, including typically developing and special needs students. My favorite thing about working with children is...
Erika can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lillia H.


Post Falls, ID

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

As a dedicated childcare provider with over five years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing and supporting children's development. Babysitting roles allowed me to gain valuable hands-on experience and discover my love for working with children, and since then I have both worked as a caregiver with a special needs child...
Lillia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Bethany B.


Post Falls, ID

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Kids Are My Specialty

I have off and on experience with 3-16-year-olds between Sunday school, TA positions, summer jobs, and classes. Have experience with special needs children and sick kids. I have training in first aid and CPR. Haven't been seeking childcare jobs due to being in college, I currently am taking a break from college and am in search...
Bethany can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

As a caregiver, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My six years of experience have equipped me with the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for your child. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing outdoor sports and educational games with...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Vicki P.


Coeur d Alene, ID

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Vicki. I am a mother and grandmother and have had lots of experience with children. I enjoy being with children very much. I have a job working with special needs children as well. My heart is here and that is why I feel like I could be a good nanny. I am looking for evenings right now if anyone has a job where...
Vicki can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Taunya T.


Hayden, ID

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

20+ years experience as an in/out of house, full-time, W-2 nanny. I approach all of these with respect, responsibility, and a relational attitude. Taking care of ones child is a priority and what's best for the child's well-being. From children of all ages, I love getting involved with play times, being a positive influence on...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Athol, ID

Ashley T.

5.0

She's a great mom to her son and her fur babies! Pays very well and same day pay. Schedules are written out for every day. Dog and cats are very well behaved. Ashley is super sweet and down to earth!

- Maddy T.

Leah N.

5.0

Leah is a truly exceptional nanny. We were so fortunate to get to have her help care for our three young children for several years. There was never a dull moment with her. Whether they were jumping on the trampoline, going for a walk, baking, drawing, playing games, or reading books, Leah was...

- Tracey F.

Ramie H.

5.0

5 stars for Ramie! She was a huge help to us during our family vacation to a Dude Ranch in Harrison, ID. She was able to watch my youngest children so that we could bring my older children horse back riding and other activities we couldn't take the little ones along for. Ramie was fantastic,...

- Claire A.

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