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Find special needs caregivers in Caldwell, ID that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Caldwell, ID

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Caldwell, ID

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Taryn M.


Nampa, ID

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Big Sister Energy

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I have 7 years of experience. I started babysitting when I was 12. I have been a CSW working with special needs children. I can help with Travel, errands, schedules, carpooling, housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am super flexible and reliable. I will show your kids the same love and care that every caregiver should.
Taryn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Aubrie L.


Nampa, ID

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I have taken care of my sister with rent syndrome since she was 2. She is now 13. I have also worked at a center helping children with extra help in speech behavior and safety.
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Kassie G.


Star, ID

$20/hr2 yrs exp

I have 4 wonderful daughters of my own and a new grandbaby & love every minute of it! I've worked in daycare, assistant living facilities and I just spent the last 10 years working with adults with special needs! I love it! I have a daughter with Rett Syndrome and that is why I have decided to open my home & life for children...
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Hope G.


Nampa, ID

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring For Earths Angels

I have had the privilege to work with children with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, Asperger's and ADHD, it is always a pleasure to work with and learn together from the survivors of these disorders. Having worked in the field for 10 years I am always striving to bring joy, safety and comfort to peoples lives and homes.
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Stacey R.


Eagle, ID

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced caregiver with exceptional qualities. I have experience with patients with dementia, and liver disease. I am professional, responsible, highly dependable, compassionate. I am discreet with confidential matters. I am certified with the Alzheimer's Association Essentials in Dementia Basics, and Dementia Related...
Stacey can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, personal care
5.0
"Stacey took care of my mother who had end stage liver disease and was awaiting a transplant. She is very trustworthy and able to care for your loved one, feed them, bathe, provide comfort, go shopping, run errands, take to doctor's appointment and be a companion,...

Elizabeth H.

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Alisia O.


Meridian, ID

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Dependable And Mature Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Child focused Nanny with over 10 years experience with newborns and school aged children within private homes settings. Highly dedicated to fostering nurturing environments and planning engaging activities to drive children's social and intellectual well being. I have also privately tutored special needs children and adults for...
Alisia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"There will never be enough amazing things to say about Alisia. To say I’m gutted to be leaving her because we are moving away to help family is an understatement. Alisia is one of the most caring, thoughtful, maternal, respectful people I have ever had the...

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Kathryn R.


Eagle, ID

$23/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Child Caretaker

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I have been working with children of all ages for quite a while now. I have worked with children as a full time nanny, in a daycare facility, special needs, and as an assistant teacher at a school. I have also taken on many other jobs) that have taught me how to multitask & have patience in any situation that may...
Kathryn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Kat was very helpful and the kids loved her. Would recommend her!"

Brad H.

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Medea R.


Garden City, ID

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Duties included; transportation, playing music, meditation, tutoring, spending time in the park etc. I am passionate about what I do because I love people of different kind and with different challenges. My goal is to make a difference in their life by being a positive example.
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Diane F.


Nampa, ID

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

35 Years Experience Special Needs/Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional nanny/family coach with over 35 years of extensive experience raising/caring for children of all ages, assisting in running a household, and being a personal assistant, house manager, and personalized family coach. I can assure all parents that my top priorities in caring for your children are always safety...
5.0
"Diane cared for my three young children for over a year, she was wonderful and we miss her still. She was so much more than just a sitter, she managed my household, helped kids with homework and activities, kids were always happy and had a great time in her care....

Teri C.

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Medea R.


Garden City, ID

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Senior and special needs care, changing, bathing, feeding, medication management, first aid certification, keep physically active, light house work, dishes, cooking, laundry etc..
Medea can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, home modification & more
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Elizabeth Y.


Boise, ID

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny With 30 Years Experience, In Boise, Seeking Part or Full-Time Opportunity

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been in child care for over 30 years. I have 1 adult son, was a stay-at-home mom until age 6. I worked as an Admin Asst & had the opportunity to work remote, which gave me the freedom to home-school him from 7th-12th grade. I love children, to interact & teach, provide a safe, secure, & fun environment. I am dependable,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"It was my first time hiring a sitter and I was very nervous but Betsy was great and my kids loved her. "

Kathryn I.

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Alena M.


Meridian, ID

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a student at Boise State University. I am majoring in Special Education and Elementary Education. I am also minoring in American Sign Language. I have helped raise my blind nephew for the last couple of years and have been around and involved in the special education community as well as the deaf community. I have...
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Beth C.


Meridian, ID

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Former Nurse And Mom Of 6 Will Take Care Of Your Children Like Her Own

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love children and strive to provide care and household mgmt. in the same way you do so that the transition is smooth for all of us. I have extensive experience raising my own 7 children, ages 10-32, as well as babysitting since age 10 and many volunteer positions with children. I have served in the nursery at our church and...
Beth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Beth has been a wonderful addition for our family to care for our 6 month old. She is VERY comfortable with babies and are very thankful she is in our area. Would highly recommend!"

Ariel J.

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Krissy L.


Boise, ID

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 20 plus years in 3 states California, Las Vegas, Idaho retired 911 Dispatcher and mother of 3 adult children. My passion is caring for people in every way possible from saving lives through a phone or taking care of the elderly or special needs, ranging from Down syndrome to high & low functioning autism. And also even...
5.0
"Krissy is a people please and enjoys helping people out. Krissy also knows what it takes to make relationships work by going above and beyond to make a difference in people's lives. Krissy takes pride in all she does and strives to make the world a better place for...

Gilbert R.

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Karis L.


Meridian, ID

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience caring for children of all ages. For the last 3 years, I have been teaching Health and Nutrition at a private high school in Meridian. So helping with any type of school work is something that can be done. I have nannied during the summer and school year which has included taking children to and from extra...
Karis can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Karis is amazing and the very best nanny we have had! She took care of my 7-year old son after school. She is reliable and punctual, and has a clean driving record. My son absolutely adored her, and he is a tough critic. She was wonderful at interacting with him,...

Sheila F.

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Rachel B.


Meridian, ID

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Senior Care Giver

I have been caring for seniors for 7 years now and I absolutely love it! I started out helping my mom because she has her own senior care business and over the years I have helped her with her clients. I am really passionate about working with people with special needs but also love working with the elderly because it is such a...
Rachel can also help with: Dementia, respite care
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Abbianne W.


Eagle, ID

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

With a passion for working with individuals with special needs, I've taken coursework in early child development, as well as First Aid and CPR training. My patient and friendly demeanor allows me to easily connect with children of all ages. I am approachable, and my friends and family would say I am always smiling. I believe in...
Abbianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Natalia P.


Letha, ID

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Natalia. I am 51 years old. I have 2 higher educations, which I received in another country. I am a preschool teacher and children's sports coach. I have extensive experience working in kindergarten and school. In the past, I worked as a kindergarten teacher and physical education teacher for 15 years. In...
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Brooke S.


Eagle, ID

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Brooke I am 21 years old and love children! I have experience in both special needs and child care both which I enjoy equally. I was born and raised in Eagle Idaho but am currently about to graduate college from the Masters University where I am studying elementary education! I want to eventually be a teacher...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
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Grace I.


Boise, ID

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 2 years of experience in childcare. I have experience with special needs. I have a fun and determined can-do attitude!
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Caldwell, ID

Stacey R.

5.0

We had the pleasure of having Stacey take care of both of my parents at the same time. My dad was 90 years old, and my mother was 89. Stacey first began by doing medication management, light housekeeping, and the scheduling and escorting to and from all appointments. She also did the grocery...

- Leanna P.

Alisia O.

5.0

There will never be enough amazing things to say about Alisia. To say I’m gutted to be leaving her because we are moving away to help family is an understatement. Alisia is one of the most caring, thoughtful, maternal, respectful people I have ever had the privilege to know. She loves our family as...

- Care member

Kathryn R.

5.0

Kat was very helpful and the kids loved her. Would recommend her!

- Brad H.

Diane F.

5.0

Diane cared for my three young children for over a year, she was wonderful and we miss her still. She was so much more than just a sitter, she managed my household, helped kids with homework and activities, kids were always happy and had a great time in her care. I recommend Diane for any...

- Teri C.

Elizabeth Y.

5.0

It was my first time hiring a sitter and I was very nervous but Betsy was great and my kids loved her.

- Kathryn I.

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