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Jennifer L.


Cave Creek, AZ

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

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Hello, I have several years experience as a habilitation tech and respite care for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. I graduated from ASU in Social Work in 95'. I did an internship at one company, and worked at another. Both these companies were contracted through DDD. Although it's been awhile since I...
Willing to help out where needed. I don't have too much experience, but willing to learn. I am great with kids with special needs of all ages and have 3 of my own.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a retired homeschool mom and volunteer teacher. I am currently working as a part-time tutor and nanny but would be available to help with any special needs. I am very organized, reliable, prompt, non-smoker, have my own car, a clean driving record, and insurance. I am also CPR and First Aid certified. Please contact me to...
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Christine T.


Phoenix, AZ

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights And Weekends

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Christine and I am a graduate student from the University of San Diego. I have been babysitting since the age of 12, and have five younger siblings that have shaped me into a top-tier nanny! I am CPR certified, non-smoker, experienced with special needs children, and I am very conscious with different...
Christine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Christine was more than our babysitter for the summer of 2017, she was a true Nanny. She took my child to activities, cooked for him was very exacting in executing what I had laid out for the day. She documented what she did with him very clearly. He really enjoyed...

Sabrina S.

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Rainya M.


Phoenix, AZ

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I am a mother of 4 older children and am looking to provide a loving, structured, creative space for your child to develop and grow. I nannied for quadruplets from birth to 3 1/2 years old. I specialize in caring for newborns and children with special needs. I have since cared for one child and sometimes a sibling in my home...
Rainya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rainya is by far the BEST child care provider I ever hired for my two kids. She is very knowledgeable about what kids need and not just food, but love and care as well. She treated my children as if they were her own. She is kind and caring of my children AND...

Cami M.

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Joey M.


Phoenix, AZ

$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi My name is Joey, I've have been doing Manny duties for about 9 years. Throughout that time I have had the pleasure to learn/work with special needs charges. I have mainly work with kids in the autism spectrum with speech delays, I have also worked with mainly kids with ADHD disorders. I am not a health professional but I am...
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Paula S.


New River, AZ

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm a mother of two adult children and I have two grandchildren. I have been a CNA for almost 25 years. I have worked with special needs children. I have a lot of patience and love children.
Paula can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Cari D.


Phoenix, AZ

$20-25/hr

General Ed. Teacher With Special Needs Private Experience

General Ed. teacher for 15 plus years looking for extra work. Also, have experience teaching privately to students with special needs and ADHD.
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Lynn W.


Phoenix, AZ

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am Mom of two, one being a special needs child in high school. I also have 3 grandchildren whom I frequently care for.. I love to play and connect with children!
Lynn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alexandra O.


Phoenix, AZ

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which is why I decided to pursue a career in childcare. As a senior at ASU studying early childhood education, I'm gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to provide the best possible care for children. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly, which makes me...
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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Miriam W.


Phoenix, AZ

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am passionate about supporting children's growth and development and have a strong background in childcare. Growing up, I babysat for family and friends, and I later expanded my experience working at a private school for children with special needs. I am CPR and AED certified, and my experience includes working with children...
Miriam can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Paula S.


New River, AZ

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been a CNA (Certified Nurses Assistant) for over 23 years. I'm CPR/First Aide certified. I have experience with children that have disabilities, seniors, dementia and Alzheimer's patients. I've worked in hospitals, rehab, assisted living and home care. I have a AZ driver's license, a clean driving record and an active AZ...
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Jess B.


Phoenix, AZ

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have many years experience in childcare, pet sitting, and housekeeping. From the age of 11, I have been caring for children. This includes siblings, nephews/nieces, friend's children, and outside families. I have an excellent way with children and find they enjoy my company. I am a kid at heart and count me in on the board...

Morgan W.


Phoenix, AZ

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nursing Student Available For Part-Time Assistance With Child Care!

Hi, my name is Morgan and I am currently a nursing student. I will be graduating this December and hope to work as a pediatric nurse due to my love for kids and helping families. I have over 10 years of experience in caring for children of all ages and needs. I started babysitting for families in our neighborhood growing up and...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kari P.


Phoenix, AZ

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care Giving, Companion, Errands, Appointments, Laundry, Cooking, Light Cleaning.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I help 2 ladies part time and I am looking for more caregiving hours. I have time Monday or Wednesday. I have assisted 5 families through Care. com and additional families since 2014. I am an Arizona native and previously worked in healthcare until 2014. Prior to that I established and managed my own business for 15 years....
Kari can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Kari has been such a blessing to our family! She has a caring, kind personality that puts others at ease. Kari works well with determining my mother's needs as well as communicating any concerns or changes that she has noticed. She understands the variable nature...

Nicole H.

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Tobia S.


Phoenix, AZ

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

I was a Preschool Teacher for 3 years and a Day Care Provider for 7yrs. Am currently working with special needs children and do light housekeeping. I also work with an elderly lady helping with household tasks, errands, meal prep and bathing. Am a christian and prefer to work with those who share my faith or who won't be...
Tobia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Tobia is an exceptional caregiver. We have been so blessed over the past seven years as she has been providing care to my son, diagnosed with Down syndrome and complex communication needs. Her families and clients love her. She supports those in her care to achieve...

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Brianna C.


Glendale, AZ

$20-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello :) my name is Brianna or Bri for short. I have worked with kids quite a bit and I absolutely love it! When I was younger around middle school I used to babysit two younger children (a boy and a girl) and I did that for the whole summer. I also used to help in the children's department at my church for many years and used...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"We've had Bri come regularly for date nights since around September and she has been wonderful every time. Our kids love her. We would highly recommend her to anyone in search of a good sitter. (:"

Destenee C.

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Maryann K.


Phoenix, AZ

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Newborn Care Specialist/Baby Nurse/Night Nanny/Postpartum Doula Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Working with children has been my career for 25 years. As a Newborn Care Specialist, Lactation Educator and Postpartum Doula, I can provide care for your newborn/infant. I will help your family with scheduling, education, support and sleep teaching for your baby/babies. I also care for mom and help with the adjustment of...
Maryann can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maryann was amazing with my 8 month old daughter. She is the first person (non-family member) I've had watch my daughter for an extended period of time. Prior to meeting Maryann I was nervous and anxious about the whole process of finding someone to watch my baby...

Leah K.

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Erica H.


Phoenix, AZ

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Now

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Erica. I am a 3rd grade teacher looking for a part time/one time babysitting job. I am an outgoing, enthusiastic person! I have 5 siblings and have babysat for many people. In the past I did respite care for kids with special needs (babysitting, laundry, daily routine, learning activities, outings.. etc). I...
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She's wonderful, caring and we are so sad to have her move away! She will be a great addition to your family!!"

Angie H.

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Emily B.


Phoenix, AZ

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Prior Preschool Teacher Looking To Provide Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Emily, and I am a caring, fun, and patient child care professional with over 10 years experience in babysitting, nannying, and teaching young children. I am a former preschool teacher, with my Bachelors in Early Childhood. I have been an EMT here in the Phoenix area for the past 4 years. I am looking for part...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She is sweet, calm and caring. Also very capable and confident - she definitely made me feel at ease. Emily is trustworthy and always dependable!"

Megan W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cave Creek, AZ

Christine T.

5.0

Christine was more than our babysitter for the summer of 2017, she was a true Nanny. She took my child to activities, cooked for him was very exacting in executing what I had laid out for the day. She documented what she did with him very clearly. He really enjoyed being with her.

- Sabrina S.

Rainya M.

5.0

Rainya is by far the BEST child care provider I ever hired for my two kids. She is very knowledgeable about what kids need and not just food, but love and care as well. She treated my children as if they were her own. She is kind and caring of my children AND considerate of my time and feelings. She...

- Cami M.

Kari P.

5.0

Kari is very dependable, kind, caring, patient, and creative. She goes above and beyond to help my mom who is living with Alzheimer's disease. Kari is also a great baker and cook!

- Justin H.

Tobia S.

5.0

Tobia is a gifted caregiver. She has made an incredible difference over past seven years as she loved and cared for my son with complex needs. Tobia has been an important part of his growth and progress. She is famous in our family for the passion she has for others. Her intuitiveness, experience,...

- Christine D.

Brianna C.

5.0

We've had Bri come regularly for date nights since around September and she has been wonderful every time. Our kids love her. We would highly recommend her to anyone in search of a good sitter. (:

- Destenee C.

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