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Jaden N.


Ferndale, WA

$20-21/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate, Engaged And Empathetic Caregiver For Children Of All Backgrounds.

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am 23-year-old and I'm seeking long-term opportunities. I have 5 siblings and 7 years of experience (not including free babysitting for siblings and cousins) working with children ranging in age from 6 months - 15 years old. I have experience working with neurodivergent children as well as kids with other special...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Little bit about me! I am 20 years old and newly married living in Ferndale, WA! I have experience in tutoring beginning reading as well as being able to take care of children. I am currently trying to find a nanny job because I LOVE being with kiddos! This seemed like a wonderful chance to spend time with some amazing kids!...
Nice to meet you! I want to bring my 15+ years of experience in Early Childhood Education, After-School Programs, Special Needs Care and Education, and experience tutoring all academic subjects Pre-K through 9th grade to your home. I love nature, science, and creative arts, and firmly believe that compassionate Social...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah B.


Bellingham, WA

$21/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah is upbeat and was great with my one year old!"

Skylar S.

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Sabrina V.


Bellingham, WA

$30-32/hr6 yrs exp

Responsible & Energetic Caregiver

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Sabrina was great with my newborn. Hired her for a last minute date night. She was very sweet and communicative. "

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Gina B.


Bellingham, WA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Passion For Special Needs

I have worked in caregiving, childcare centers, and public schools serving individuals with special needs. I have accommodated dietary restrictions and have administered nasal and belly tube feeds. I have high functioning autism c, I know sign language, and I relate really well to special needs.
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Sinira H.


Bellingham, WA

$28-50/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker

Greetings, I'm Sinira (Sin), a compassionate and experienced special needs caretaker dedicated to providing exceptional support for individuals with unique abilities. With a genuine passion for fostering independence and enhancing the quality of life, I bring a wealth of experience and a heart committed to making a positive...
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Gina B.


Bellingham, WA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Person

I have worked in various childcare centers, public schools, homes, etc. caregiving for infants and children including special needs. I have administered nasal tube feeds and belly tube feeds. I also know a lot of sign language. I enjoy doing arts and crafts, taking children for walks, to playground, etc. I have high functioning...
Gina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Gina is a dear friend. She is the most honest person I know, and knows how to do a job thoroughly! Gina is extremely dependable, not one to cancel plans, and she cares for everyone as if they are family. I can't say enough good things about her. The world needs...

Caroline D.

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Allison S.


Bellingham, WA

$29/hr10 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Allie was wonderful! We had an event that went from dinner time to bedtime that we needed childcare for. We have never had someone else put our kiddo to bed, but Allie was able to do it with no issue! Allie was kind, interactive, and made our child feel at ease. He...

Ellie S.

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Jessica M.


Bellingham, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working at a public elementary school with special needs for 3+ years. I have also been an assistant with special needs through all of my schooling from elementary to high school. I'm willing and able to learn anything and will always do my best.
5.0
"Jessica has been amazing! I would hire her back again in a second. She was living in AZ at the time but is moving soon. I recommend her strongly!"

Tricia F.

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Song B.


Blaine, WA

$20-24/hr5 yrs exp

Smiles And Easy Going Yet Rules Are Firm, Goal Oriented, Outside Fun, Inside Sharing

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am fun and smiles, easy going yet rules are firm, goal oriented, outside exploration, inside fun and structure, feelings allowed, brain building, manners and healthy eating. I have a 2016 Toyota Highlander, that I keep clean & w/ a first aid kit. The last CPR course I took was Sept. 9th, 2023. I have an associate degree from...
Song can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Our boys loved Song! She was warm, gentle and so great at communication! "

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Alexandra M.


Bellingham, WA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny

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,...
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Addison W.


Bellingham, WA

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Student Seeking Employment!

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"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

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Robin S.


Custer, WA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified CNA/HCA and have been helping families care for their loved ones for several years. You and your health are important to me and you deserve to be to be treated with respect and dignity.
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Alaina P.


Bellingham, WA

$23-28/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Babysitter

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Isabel R.


Bellingham, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Travel Nanny, Nanny And Sitter

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping and petcare. I have experience with infants, toddlers, preschool, school age and special needs children. I have been a preschool teacher and ran summer programs. I have nannied for large families and small ones and have experience as a travel nanny as well. I'm...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emma C.


Bellingham, WA

$22-23/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Loving Sitter!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Caring for children has always been a passion of mine. It all started when I was 8 years old. I assisted others in caring for the little ones in my old church nursery. When I was 12, I started watching two little girls down the street from me. As I got older, I wanted to expand my experience and knowledge. Within the past years,...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Grace W.


Bellingham, WA

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available For Children With Special Needs

I have over 15 years of experience working with children and over 9 years of experience working with children with special needs. I have worked with children who have learning disabilities, developmental disabilities, mental illness, and behavioral issues.
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Ariane S.


Bellingham, WA

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced & Fun Nanny!

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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Fiona P.


Bellingham, WA

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ferndale, WA

Sarah B.

5.0

Sarah is upbeat and was great with my one year old!

- Skylar S.

Sabrina V.

5.0

Sabrina was great with my newborn. Hired her for a last minute date night. She was very sweet and communicative.

- Care member

Gina B.

4.0

Gina works best when there is a solid routine and when parameters are clear. She likes to stay in task and on target. She is very dependable. She cares deeply for children, and was wonderful in assisting in the classroom where I worked.

- Adam G.

Allison S.

5.0

Allie was wonderful! We had an event that went from dinner time to bedtime that we needed childcare for. We have never had someone else put our kiddo to bed, but Allie was able to do it with no issue! Allie was kind, interactive, and made our child feel at ease. He didn't even care when we were...

- Ellie S.

Jessica M.

5.0

Jessica has been amazing! I would hire her back again in a second. She was living in AZ at the time but is moving soon. I recommend her strongly!

- Tricia F.

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