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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Auburn, WA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Auburn, WA

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Shandra P.


Pacific, WA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Aide/ Available Full-time.Housekeeper/ Available Full-time.Transportation/ Full-time

4.6

(9)

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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Warm greetings, I'm Shandra. I have over 10 years working with seniors citizens & special needs, memory care and assisted living facilities. Job duty included: medication management, stand-by assist showers/transfers, feeding, toilet changing, light cleaning, dressing, grooming, indoor activities and driving to doctor's...
Shandra can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Shandra was so fun and attentive with my son. He was armed up to her right away because she is so warm and caring. Shandra also is a clear and prompt communicator which is invaluable when you’re a care provider. "

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Rachel A.


Sumner, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/ Companion * Not An RN

I am a caregiver/ companion and I have over 10 years working with individuals with special needs, dementia and autism. I take my time to build a good relationship and build on trust and respect with each person that I assist. I have experience in observing medications, meal preparation, household cleaning, transporting to...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was very kind and devoted to my mom. She has a gift of joy and energy that radiates through her care. She put our mom first She had an excellent awareness of my moms needs and was always looking out for her comfort and care. Rachel was a blessing to our...

Lisa R.

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Ploythanakarn C.


Federal Way, WA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Families! My name is Presli, a 29-year-old. I'm currently caring for two sweet baby girls (16 months old) in a shared family arrangement since they were 6 months old. I'm not just a nanny-I'm a partner in your child's development! I'm passionate about creating fun, loving. With over 8 years of experience, I've worked with...
Ploythanakarn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Ploythanakarn for short term positions (Saturday-Sunday) She is awesome nanny we ever had. She's patient and helps my son learn a bunch. My son is always bouncing around and has trouble focusing, but she's really patient. She's not just nice, she also...

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Alisha Y.


Federal Way, WA

$35-50/hr9 yrs exp

As A Nurturer I'm Passionate About Caring For People

I'm a very dependable, patient, compassionate, & thoughtful woman who has 14 years of experience caring for seniors, adults, & children who require assistance with various health conditions/special needs. I've worked with individuals with Alzheimer's, stroke, cancers, macular degeneration, diabetes, auto-immune conditions,...
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Xenia G.


Kent, WA

$15-29/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Experienced babysitter. I have 6 years of hands- on experience taking care of children from 6 months to 12 years providing as a dance teacher, in home children care and household manager. Kind and energetic individual skills. Focused on family values y respectful parenting. - availability: weekend/ week day after 5 p.m. -I...
Xenia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is an excellent worker, responsible and very committed."

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Kylie T.


Tacoma, WA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

4.3

(4)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My greatest passion in life is caring for and educating children. I was a nanny for several families for over 10 years, spent 17 years as a high school French teacher, and am a step mom to five kids. I am excited to dedicate my passion to the right family full or part time. I have experience with children of all ages from...
Kylie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Kylie is a terrific childcare professional. She communicates clearly, is kind, and shares in our child's interests. She is a responsible and safe driver. We are grateful to have found Kylie."

Gabrielle P.

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Nichole H.


Bonney Lake, WA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Nichole and I am a 32-year-old childcare provider seeking a long term nanny/sitter position. Also available for date nights. I am enthusiastic and reliable with over 10 years experience in childcare. In the past I have taken care of play date supervision, overnight care, help with homework, date nights,...
Nichole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I interviewed Nichole along with a handful of other applicants but something about her stood out. So I actually ended up hiring her the very next day! Nichole worked with our family from the time my little one was only 9 months old up until I decided to enroll him...

Jackie W.

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Kathryn H.


Tacoma, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Autism Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Kathryn and I have been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for 10+ years working with children, teens, and adults with autism and other developmental delays. I am currently working as a high school special education teacher. I am available on a part time (evenings and weekend) basis as well as...
5.0
"I can't say enough positive things about Kathryn. She has always been punctual and reliable and my son lights up whenever she is around. Her experience with kiddos with special needs has made her an absolute asset for my family and my autistic son. Kathryn's...

Alexandra M.

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Shandra P.


Pacific, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 10 years experience working in a educational setting. I like working in a diverse range of the population with adults and children. My background has been striving to give back to the community. I take pride and dependable and ready to work. Caregiver Aid: Prepared meals either in advance depending on dietary needs;...
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Julienne J.


Tacoma, WA

$20-50/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Willing To Watch Kids/pets When I'm Not At Work.

I have volunteered at an after-school tutoring program, as well as babysit a special needs boy before and after school. My mom had an in-home daycare growing up so I have experience being in a daycare as well as providing care to many children. My goal is to be able to financially support myself, while taking real estate...
Julienne can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Julienne is hard working, diligent, compassionate and empathetic. She takes her responsibilities very seriously and is committed to getting her responsibilities done with excellence. She is trustworthy, energetic and a joy to be around. She is a really great...

Ron J.

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Andrea M.


Puyallup, WA

$17-25/hr4 yrs exp

Patient And Craft Extraordinaire

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate with a major in Speech Pathology. I have held many positions, including a teacher's assistant within a severe/profound special education classroom. I also have my Speech Pathology Assistant license, and have previous experience in teletherapy. I am compassionate and am willing to learn even more with...
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Janet V.


Kent, WA

$20-24/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced and Loving Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced Nanny who is mature, reliable, trustworthy, healthy, active, and believes in nurturing with lots of love. My disposition is patient, nurturing, caring, and positive. I have a natural love and respect for children, and a special love in caring for infants and toddlers. It's a joy to watch them learn new things...
Janet can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Janet was our nanny for several months and took wonderful care of my daughter, she was always super communicative and responsive and I would recommend her to any family. "

Shannon V.

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Robin E.


Seattle, WA

$42/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny for Infants, Toddlers & School Aged Children

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a fully Covid Vaccinated and go by all the guidelines. I'm looking for a summer nanny position 30-35 hrs a week. I have a 7 yr old son that is actually my great nephew that we adopted. He will be going into the second grade. I enjoy taking the kids to parks or zoo, beach, picnic's .. doing art projects. I have dependable...
Robin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Robin has been one of the most dependable and reliable caregivers we've hired to watch our kids. We hired her so we would have someone responsible in place when our kids got home from school. We never had to worry about Robin not being at the bus stop on time to...

Mike P.

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Justin G.


Kent, WA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Lifelong Loving Caregiver

I have 8 years of dementia, developmental disability, hospice care. And grew up around compassion care in my home life through my father. I have managed medications and employees on a professional scale worked in the home environment as well. There isn't anything I can't learn. My life is care, and I'm passionate about bringing...
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Sydney L.


Bonney Lake, WA

$23-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 nieces and 2 nephews that I babysit regularly. I have been watching children and family since I was 13. I have experience with deaf children and special needs kids. I am a mom with a little 2-year-old girl who was born prematurely and spent nearly 2 months in the NICU. I am looking for one family I can nanny for full...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My girls really have fun and look forward to Sydney coming over to babysit. She is playful and friendly with the girls and has them fed and in bed at the right time. "

Schelly S.

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Hottensiah K.


Federal Way, WA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

I am an African lady, mature. I enjoy working with the elderly and special care needs individuals. I am friendly, easy going and I respect others.
5.0
"Hottensiah is a very caring and capable caregiver. She has excellent skills and is always looking for ways to improve. She is very reliable and trustworthy. She is also a very good cook, and prepares healthy meals. I recommend her highly. "

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Daniela P.


Federal Way, WA

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Dani and I'm 24 years old. I started nannying since I was 16. I have a lot of experience with 6 months old and up to 15 years old. I also have experience with special needs care such as blind, Down syndrome, adhd, asperger syndrome/autism and more. I love being around kids, having fun and making them laugh, I like...
Daniela can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Dani this summer to provide child care for our 12yo and 9yo because all the summer camps were closed due to COVID. Dani communicated well and worked with our schedule. She was very professional with the kids. She kept them on schedule with things we asked...

Shane S.

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Joyce C.


Federal Way, WA

$25-50/hr9 yrs exp

Owesome Caregiver

My name is Joyce, vibrant, compassionate conservative caregiver full of energy. I have been a caregiver for 9+years. Its a job I love and Passionate about. I have experience with but not limited to medication management, mobility Assistance, bathing/dressing, meal preparation, companionship and housekeeping. I have been able to...
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Anne K.


Tacoma, WA

$30-41/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced and reliable caregiver with five years of experience. I have gained skills and knowledge in providing care to elderly and people with special needs. My in-home care services come highly recommended by my clients and their families.
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Sydney L.


Bonney Lake, WA

$17-25/hr

Full-Time Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I took 3 Years of American Sign Language, so I am very fluent and willing to teach. The past year for one of my high school classed called careers with children I went to a first grade classroom and worked with all of the students, paying special attention to a little girl with autism. I worked with her all year and taught her...
5.0
"Highly recommend! Sydney watched my child for a week. She arrived every day on time. She was extremely responsive."

Scott O.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Auburn, WA

Shandra P.

5.0

Shandra was so fun and attentive with my son. He was armed up to her right away because she is so warm and caring. Shandra also is a clear and prompt communicator which is invaluable when you’re a care provider.

- Care member

Rachel A.

5.0

She is extremely attentive and will catch the small things most people don't! Very kind and has a comforting soul to be around making her great to work with! She is very careful when working. She is very gentle when assisting with standing up each time along with being vocal about what she is going...

- Brianna B.

Ploythanakarn C.

5.0

We hired Ploythanakarn for short term positions (Saturday-Sunday) She is awesome nanny we ever had. She's patient and helps my son learn a bunch. My son is always bouncing around and has trouble focusing, but she's really patient. She's not just nice, she also helps him with his struggles feelings...

- Care member

Xenia G.

5.0

She is an excellent worker, responsible and very committed.

- Care member

Kylie T.

5.0

Kylie is a terrific childcare professional. She communicates clearly, is kind, and shares in our child's interests. She is a responsible and safe driver. We are grateful to have found Kylie.

- Gabrielle P.

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Ratings for Auburn, WA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Auburn, WA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.