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Find special needs caregivers in Bellingham, WA that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Bellingham, WA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Bellingham, WA
I do not have professional experience with mental or physical disorders, however, I have nannied for families with autism and non-verbal abilities. I am gladly open to special care for children as long as the family is comfortable. I am a fast learner and hard worker who is accommodate for any needs and concerns.
Allison S.
Bellingham, WA
$29/hr • 10 yrs exp
10+ Years Of Experience In Early Childhood Education And Special Needs
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Allie and I hope I can help your family! I have a Bachelors Degree in Child Development and am currently have a full time nanny job in Bellingham. I am looking to help families on the weekends for date nights or time for you to get stuff done.
My work experiences teaching at multiple cooperation child care centers,...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Marisa V.
Bellingham, WA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Engaging And Fun Sitter Specializing In Developmental Disabilities And Special Needs
I have an AA in psychology and am currently enrolled at Western Washington, pursuing a bachelor's degree as a Recreational Therapist. I am taking the summer off and plan to resume back for the fall. I have taken course work in developmental lifespan psychology along with trauma informed care, and currently certified in CPR, BLS....
Marisa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of babysitting experience and 6+ years career nanny experience with children of all ages, including newborns & children with special needs. Experience in potty training & swimming lessons. I do not smoke or have any pets. I have a very reliable car and a clean driving record. I am active, patient, reliable...
Sabrina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Katie M.
Bellingham, WA
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have recently completed my degree at WWU and my degree is Special Education/ Elementary Education dual endorsement. I have worked for over 7 years through DSHS to provide care to children with special needs. I have experiences with a variety of different aged children both neurodivergent and neurotypical. I volunteered for 4...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello :) My Name is Kierynn, I am 20 yrs old and I absolutely LOVE working with kids of all age groups. I have 5+ years of experience working in child care, including working as a camp counselor, babysitting, and teaching children's art. My #1 priority as a caretaker is to guarantee the safety and wellness of your kids. I am CPR...
Kierynn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am one of 10 kids and that has given me a life time of playing with, caring for and working with kids, both my siblings and my nieces and nephews. I have been baby sitting since I was 12 years old starting with kids from the church I grew up in, both in large groups at church events and at homes. I have also baby sat...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Fiona P.
Bellingham, WA
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been caring for children for a little over a decade now. I have worked with newborns, small children, school age, and all ages of individuals with special needs. I am a quick learner, adaptive and flexible to family and child needs, passionate about providing children an empathetic, devoted, and responsible person to...
Fiona can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with a nanny agency before, providing me experience with a variety and diversity of children and families. I have experience with school drop offs and pick ups, overnight stays, sleepovers, and group events. I have worked with children with special needs and a variety of families. I have extensive experience with...
Ariane can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
love hiking, skiing, and many other outdoor activities. I have worked many babysitting jobs in my teenage years with kids . More recently I have done a few caretaking jobs with the elderly, as well as a live in caretaking job for two weeks for someone with special needs. I have also worked in the dental field for the past year...
Laney can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a recent graduate from WWU with a bachelors in English and Education with experience working with kids from ages 2-12 years old. I have worked both in a school setting helping and cultivating a safe and open learning experience for students as well as a personal nanny for two different families. In 2017 I nannied two girls,...
Talayjha T.
Bellingham, WA
$34/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I have always had a special spot in my heart for kids and was always the sole babysitter for my family/family friends. I am very active so keeping up with children has never been an issue. I am creative, outgoing, and always ready for a challenge. I also grew up watching...
Talayjha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a doctoral student at Samuel Merritt pursuing a degree in occupational therapy. I live in Fairfax with family while going to school in Oakland.
I especially love working with infants and toddlers, but I'm experienced with ages 0-12, as well as with children with special needs. I prioritize outdoor play, creative play,...
Abby can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Kai A.
Bellingham, WA
$23-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have three years of experience babysitting/nannying and working as a recreation leader at a handful of year round youth programs and full time summer camp counseling. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children between the ages of 4 and 11. My patient and creative nature, coupled with my ability to enforce household rules,...
Kai can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Sarah B.
Bellingham, WA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I helped raise my youngest brother with autism who is now 14. This taught me a lot about the needs/care a child with special needs would require. I was also a camp counselor and loved the opportunity and experience. I have a lot of energy and enthusiasm, and can always find something fun to do with the kids! Arts and...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi - My name is Heather and I'm currently living in Bellingham. I've been working with kids since my early twenties and love it. I started by watching neighborhood kids and then began babysitting kids with special needs after receiving my nursing assistance certificate. Over the last few years, I've worked primarily as a...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm 23 and a student at WWU. I've been working with children as a nanny/private tutor since I was 16, and I worked as a swim instructor for children from ages 18-21. I'm comfortable with children of any age, as well as children with special needs. My schedule is currently very open and I'm looking for something consistent,...
Addison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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"Ada is AMAZING! Friendly, professional, caring and great with our two pups and almost 2 year old.
Ada has babysat, house sat and watched our dogs for a year or so.
We highly recommend Ada and are more than happy to be used as a reference."
Care member
I am a pediatric occupational therapist by day- I just graduated with my doctorate in May! I have enjoyed caring for others families and pets over the years and hope to continue as I begin this new chapter.
I have 12 years of experience and am CPR certified. I am comfortable caring for kids, adults, and pets with special...
I have 5+ years of experience with babysitting and have a wide range of kids that I have worked with (ages ranging from infants up to 12-year-olds).
Additionally, I have experience with special needs children as I interned at the Conductive Education Center of Orlando(CECO). I worked with children with specific needs from...
Alaina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Megan, I'm 23 years old, and I'm originally from Montana. I have over 8 years of babysitting and nannying experience as well as tutoring and coaching experience. I graduated from Western Washington University with a bachelor's in chemistry and am returning this fall to pursue a master's in teaching. Last school...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Ratings for Bellingham, WA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Bellingham, WA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.