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Sandra M.


Federal Way, WA

$24-28/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

4.8

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I've been a childcare & special needs care provider for many years. I've cared for healthy, autistic, developmentally disabled and brain injured children ages infant to young adult for several years. I cared for a born brain injured youth for several years who needed complete and total care. Driving her on outings was part of...
5.0
"Sandra is kind, gentle, sweet, very caring, conscientious, hard-working, goes the extra mile, is always early, and very dependable. I have had several health issues over the past 6 months that have caused me to need help with everything in my life, even all the...

Arlene M.

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Danielle D.


Enumclaw, WA

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-Loving Mama

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Danielle, I have a 12-year-old daughter and I have been caring for children of all ages since I was a teenager. I also have experience with special needs and elder care. I have worked with numerous families of all capacities - caregiving, nannying, ABA therapy, job coaching, etc... My last job just ended on 7/1/22. I was...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Danielle is awesome and my little boy loves her. Would hire again in a heartbeat"

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Isatou A.


Kent, WA

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

I Have Almost 6 Years Working Experience With Different Diagnostics.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children and adults with developmental disabilities since 2010. I have mainly worked within group home settings, but worked 1-1 with each individual. I love working with individuals with disabilities because they have so much more joy in their life than the average person. I also enjoy working with them...
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Brittany R.


Auburn, WA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I have cared for kids since I was 14 years old. At 14 I helped out my mother with her daycare, I would help supervise the children while she cooked and cleaned. At 15 I was Children's Church director during Sunday services. During college I volunteered at a EECAP preschool for 10 hours a week. More recently, I have babysat many...
5.0
"Brittany is a joy to have around. She helped me clean my home and create an organizational system. She is great with kids! She is kind and patient. Kids love her, and is so much fun. I highly recommend her! "

Kristany F.

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Courtney M.


Seattle, WA

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Experienced Nanny Available

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Courtney. I have been providing childcare for about 13 years. I have extensive experience with children of all age groups, and children with special needs. I have worked at a children's summer camp as a counselor, so I feel comfortable watching several children at a time. I especially love working with...
Courtney can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I would highly recommend Courtney as a babysitter. She has watched my son (now 15 months old) over the last year when my husband and I have date nights and she is such a joy. She always arrives on time and follows our directions (bedtimes, food, etc.) and also...

Haley S.

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Emily L.


Seattle, WA

$27-28/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced, creative, and hard working nanny. I have worked with children of all ages. I started out as a Youth Bible Study teacher in 2011 where I worked in the church's nursery along with leading a middle school aged bible study. I also worked at an all inclusive Christian Preschool as a Teacher's aide/Preschool...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily worked with our family for over 5 years. She started when our youngest was less then 1. She has become part of our family. We are sad to see Emily move to WA. She was honest, dependable and our kids loved her! I would recommend her to any family to take...

Heather C.

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Elliot P.


Federal Way, WA

$20/hr12 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, goofy, and honest. I like caring for people with special needs because their uniqueness brings joy into the lives of those around them. I find that just playing a small part in each individual success story is an accomplishment itself. I began caring for people with special needs...
5.0
"Mars (Elliot) has been a blessing for our family! The level of dedication, patience, pediatric behavioral knowledge, flexibility to our schedule needs, adaptability, zest for kiddo fun/crafts/energy, and overall love and kindness shown to our 3.5 year old twins has...

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Catherine W.


Federal Way, WA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a devoted, compassionate, patient and trustworthy caregiver. I have been a caregiver for 8years. I have worked in different setups as a caregiver. I have different experiences which I have gained over the years from working with people with various special needs and other conditions . I am CPR and first aid certified
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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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Angela H.


Seattle, WA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Special Ed Teacher Willing To Help

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I received my endorsement in Special Ed in 2007 and have taught in K - 12 grades for 4 years (learning disabled), most often in MT on reservations. In addition, I have worked with other special needs students as a substitute in the schools (for example, a boy in preschool who had Down syndrome).
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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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Hildah M.


Renton, WA

$26-50/hr5 yrs exp

Dedicated Caregiver With A Compassionate Touch.

With over 4years of experience in providing exceptional care to the elderly and individuals with special needs, I bring a compassionate, patient, and dedicated approach to caregiving. My expertise includes personalized care plans, medication management, and daily living assistance, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. I...
Hildah can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

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Josephine O.


Kent, WA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

A Compassionate Caregiver/caretaker

- compassionate - understanding - empathetic - charismatic - loving - friendly - Special needs care certified
Josephine can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Nicolas G.


Seattle, WA

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Para-Educator

Hello! I work as a Special Education Para-educator for school district, and I will be graduating with a degree in communications from University. I work with preschool through third grade, and have also helped take care of children from the ages of 1-4 outside of my position.
Hey I'm Jessie and I am looking for a summer position starting the end of June through August (when schools open back up) I have a lot of experience in childcare and care giving, I've basically done some kind of care giving/teaching/assisting my whole career. I was a nanny for a special needs boy full time for 3 years, a...
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Kara H.


Renton, WA

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Companion

Hi there! My name is Kara and I am 33 years old. I live in Renton with my daughter, and kitty. I have 5+ years senior care experience and have worked with people with MS, dementia, Parkinson's, and special needs. I am extremely reliable, caring, and am a quick learner. My skillset includes cooking, meal prep, transportation,...
Kara can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
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Emma B.


Seattle, WA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Emma. I was raised one of seven kids; growing up I was the family nanny! I eventually started my own business and worked for multiple families in my hometown in SoCal, before joining the airlines and moving up to Seattle. I have been CPR & BLS certified for 10+ years, I am trained in self-defense and taught...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Danielle D.


Enumclaw, WA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hello! Aside from babysitting and special needs care, I am also experienced with elder care. I worked as an in-home caregiver for an elderly woman with Alzheimer's disease and also for a woman suffering from dementia. (Both of these positions were full-time for three years.) The woman with dementia was my latest position and...
Danielle can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia
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Charissa W.


Bellevue, WA

$34-50/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years of experience working with children from newborn to 16. I have had 5 years experience as a behavioral therapist who specializes in ABA therapy with children who had Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have 3 years experience as a special needs teacher and tutor working with children who have ASD and other developmental...
Charissa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

My name Selam, I am a certified nursing assistant with 6 years of experience in nursing homes, assisted living and retirement homes and home care. I am a mother and I believe I can provide a mother equivalent care to my clients.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Black Diamond, WA

Sandra M.

5.0

Sandra provided an engaging and fun experience for special needs son. She will tell what she intends to do for the time you have hired her. Sandra has a clear vision of what to do & is effective in implementing it. My son was happy and safe in her care and I highly recommend her. Esther W.

- Esther W.

Danielle D.

5.0

Danielle is awesome and my little boy loves her. Would hire again in a heartbeat

- Care member

Brittany R.

5.0

Brittany is a joy to have around. She helped me clean my home and create an organizational system. She is great with kids! She is kind and patient. Kids love her, and is so much fun. I highly recommend her!

- Kristany F.

Courtney M.

5.0

Our kids love Courtney!!! And we do too!! It's very clear that she takes her professional role seriously. She loves kids and she understands them. We are deeply grateful for all she gives our family!!!

- Megan B.

Emily L.

5.0

Emily worked with our family for over 5 years. She started when our youngest was less then 1. She has become part of our family. We are sad to see Emily move to WA. She was honest, dependable and our kids loved her! I would recommend her to any family to take care of many children at a time,...

- Heather C.

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