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Special needs caregivers in Black Diamond, WA

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Denise M.


Seattle, WA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked for over 5 years teaching and training independent living skills to children and young adults with special needs. I've also successfully raised two adopted children with special needs. Teaching and nurturing children to their fullest potential is essential in any caregiving position. Your child's needs will bring the...
5.0
"Denise always arrives on time with a warm sunny attitude and a bag of toys, perfect for our 2.5 year old! I would absolutely recommend her, she has been great on short notice and is very flexible"

Ingrid H.

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Daniela P.


Federal Way, WA

$25-40/hr • 9 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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & 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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Shandra P.


Pacific, WA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Warm greetings! I'm Shandra. I have over 10 years experience working in an educational/ nanny and assisted living setting. I like working in a diverse range of the population with adults (special needs) and children. My background has been striving to give back to the community. I take pride and dependable and ready to work.
Shandra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Shandra is awesome! She took care of our little one and he loved her. We definitely would hire her again if she's available."

Rachel C.

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Karina N.


Federal Way, WA

$35/hr • 19 yrs exp

Child Care & Elder Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As an experienced and dedicated childcare provider with 19 years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My creative and formal personality allows me to engage children with imaginative and educational activities, such as outdoor sports, board games, and puzzles. I believe in clear and...
Karina can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We feel so incredibly lucky to have found Karina to care for our 4-month-old son. From the moment she arrived, we knew he was in great hands. Karina is not only professional, but also incredibly kind, warm, patient, and nurturing. She has an amazing way with our...

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Nadeshka F.


Federal Way, WA

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full And Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Nadeshka, I'm 40 years old. I been working with kids of all ages for over 13 years (I have five of my own) I have plenty of experience with infants, toddlers , middle age teenagers, twins and nanny share. I am bilingual (English/Spanish) I have CPR First Aid and Caregiver Certifications. I can assist children...
Nadeshka can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"If Nadeshka watches your child, consider yourself lucky. Her attention and relationship building with children is unmatched. I feel like I am ruined now because I compare all childcare/daycare centers to Nadeshka and nothing will ever live up to her. She watched my...

Jeremy L.

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Irene K.


Renton, WA

$24-42/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Am registered caregiver am very patient, kind and honest am good in Home management and care planning. ... Medical advocacy. ... Prescription medication management. ... Help with personal hygiene and care. ... Assisting with meals and nutrition. ... Help with mobility. ... Home maintenance and basic housekeeping....
5.0
"Irene is fantastic! I couldn't have found a better person to help me in the morning and evenings. I'm in my mid 50's and have Multiple Sclerosis. I am in in a power wheelchair full time and can't walk at all. She helps me with transferring in/out of bed, dressing...

Jeanne B.

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Robin E.


Seattle, WA

$42/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We've had Robin for our two girls, ages 4 and 17 months since September. She has gotten easily into our routine, remembering details about their day and needs from week to week, since we only use her on Tuesdays. My four year old is always sorry to see her go at...

Jennifer M.

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Marissa A.


Renton, WA

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Professional Certified Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Marissa. I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist. Often times referred to as a baby nurse (sleep training, bottles& baths, developmental milestones +) I have over 15 years of professional experience in child care. As a preschool, music, and art teacher, a full-time nanny in multi-staffed households, special...
Marissa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Marissa was an absolute delight with the kids. She took time to get to know them and then not only kept them kept care but provided educational and entertainment instruction time targeted at where both were in their life journey. Not just playing games with them...

John W.

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Nichole H.


Bonney Lake, WA

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

3.7

(3)

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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Xenia G.


Kent, WA

$17/hr • 6 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is amazing, she is very patient, she is an incredible cook, she takes into account the children's food restrictions, she is very punctual following the children's schedule. Safety driver "

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Dimitrinka H.


Renton, WA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was an emergency room nurse in Europe for over 10 years. I have a lot of empathy for people, especially for the elderly and children. I have two grown daughters. I believe my experience as a nurse makes me an ideal candidate to care for people. I know how to handle situations calmly and without panicking.
5.0
"She is a very hard worker. My parents love having her. She is very versatile and has helped them a lot!"

Carroll O.

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Danielle D.


Enumclaw, WA

$19-25/hr • 10 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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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

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Sandra M.


Federal Way, WA

$24-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

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
"We hired Sandra to take our disabled daughter on outings. It's been a great experience. I completely trust my daughter in Sandra's care. She provides me with a summary of all their activities, as well any other information she thinks I may need to know. In...

R P.

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Isatou A.


Kent, WA

$17-30/hr • 5 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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Hottensiah K.


Federal Way, WA

$20/hr • 3 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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Marissa A.


Renton, WA

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver/Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was an assistant teacher at a non-public school for students with disabilities. During my 2 years there, I accommodated students with a range of emotional, behavioral, and intellectual disabilities while utilizing trauma-informed instruction. With my years of experience as a former art instructor and P. E. teacher, I am able...
5.0
"The world needs more people like Marissa. I'd hire for her any position, not just babysitting. She took so much initiative to take the load off me from the second she entered my home. I tried to hire her as a part time nanny and almost cried when she said she...

Andrea E.

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Sydney L.


Bonney Lake, WA

$23-30/hr • 8 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Celica M.


Renton, WA

$35-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Kids Counselor / Paraprofessionl/ Office Professional / Health Room Specialist

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of 3 beautiful kids. I have 4 plus years of experience working with infants to teens at the YMCA as a Kids Counselor. I have a Bachelors degree in Electronics and Communication nications Engineering and worked as a Telecom Engineer for 10 years before moving here in the US in 2009 and became a SAHM before working at...
Celica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Celica was so great with our baby. He was having some sensitivities the first day due to teething and she was so helpful in caring for him and understanding his needs and how to get him as comfortable as possible. I would love having Celica as a long term option...

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Courtney M.


Seattle, WA

$34/hr • 10 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, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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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 Black Diamond, WA

Denise M.

5.0

Denise always arrives on time with a warm sunny attitude and a bag of toys, perfect for our 2.5 year old! I would absolutely recommend her, she has been great on short notice and is very flexible

- Ingrid H.

Daniela P.

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 for like limiting screen time. She...

- Shane S.

Shandra P.

4.0

We had Shandra with us for a month, and she was fantastic with our son. Her experience and maturity really showed in how she cared for him, and she was always warm and personable. She made sure his chores were completed and even helped with household tasks, which was a huge plus. She was also a...

- Care member

Karina N.

5.0

Karina is an absolute angel. We found her on care.com and were blown away by the love and care that she showed our family. We were really struggling to manage 2 spirited children, keep the house clean, and healthy food on the table. She came in like a long lost grandmother and knew exactly what was...

- Care member

Nadeshka F.

5.0

If Nadeshka watches your child, consider yourself lucky. Her attention and relationship building with children is unmatched. I feel like I am ruined now because I compare all childcare/daycare centers to Nadeshka and nothing will ever live up to her. She watched my daughter for over a year and I...

- Jeremy L.

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