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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:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

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, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Song is awesome! So great at incorporating activities outside of the home. Educational trips to museum, parks, trampoline zones etc. She is also very knowledgable about healthy childhood development and embracing kids to explore the world around them, get a little...

Katie P.

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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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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Heather W.


Bellingham, WA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Heather

Hi - My name is Heather and I'm currently living in Bellingham. I've been working with kids since my early twenties and love it. I started by watching neighborhood kids and then began babysitting kids with special needs after receiving my nursing assistance certificate. Over the last few years, I've worked primarily as a...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Lisa B.


Blaine, WA

$40-50/hr

Home Care RN

Many years of experience as a home care RN. Caring, patient and compassionate. Hard working, going above and beyond when caring for patients and helping their families. Conscious, considerate, friendly and easy going. Would love for you to consider me as a caregiver for your loved one.
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Megan R.


Bellingham, WA

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Outdoorsy And Caring Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Megan, I'm 24 years old, and I'm originally from Montana. I have over 9 years of babysitting and nannying experience as well as tutoring and coaching experience. I have a bachelor's in chemistry from Western Washington University and am currently pursuing a master's in teaching. Last school year, I worked in an...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Hannah W.


Bellingham, WA

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Nursing Student With Years Of Healthcare Experience

I have been a certified nursing assistant for the last 4 years and am currently a student in nursing school. My most recent job was working at Seattle children's hospital, where I spent time with kids of all ages and disabilities. I am passionate about helping people and giving everyone the chance to live life to the fullest....
I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I have always had a special spot in my heart for kids and was always the sole babysitter for my family/family friends. I am very active so keeping up with children has never been an issue. I am creative, outgoing, and always ready for a challenge. I also grew up watching...
Talayjha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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

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.

Song B.

5.0

Song is awesome! So great at incorporating activities outside of the home. Educational trips to museum, parks, trampoline zones etc. She is also very knowledgable about healthy childhood development and embracing kids to explore the world around them, get a little dirty and have fun! Song was great...

- Katie P.

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