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Jaden N.
Ferndale, WA
$20-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
Passionate, Engaged And Empathetic Caregiver For Children Of All Backgrounds.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am an expecting father 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
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hannah H.
Ferndale, WA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lydia B.
Ferndale, WA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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!...
5.0
(12)
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'm CPR & First Aid certified. I do not smoke or have any pets. I have a very reliable and safe car with a clean driving...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sabrina is PHENOMENAL!
We hired her for our twin babies, toddler, and ten year old and she has showed herself to be not only an amazing caregiver we can count on, but a great remodel for our young children.
Sabrina taught our daughter how to swim during...
Tiffany T.
5.0
(3)
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.
5.0
(3)
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...
4.9
(7)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Jessica M.
Bellingham, WA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
Song B.
Blaine, WA
$20-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Smiles And Easy Going Yet Rules Are Firm, Goal Oriented, Outside Fun, Inside Sharing
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Our boys loved Song! She was warm, gentle and so great at communication! "
Care member
Sarah B.
Bellingham, WA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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,...
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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
Robin S.
Custer, WA
$30/hr • 10 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.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Heather B.
Bellingham, WA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
57 yo RN fed up with health care system. I am now doing live-in care and searching for part time gigs to keep me busy.
I am mostly available early AM, intermittently through day and late PM. Wednesday and Thursday all day.
10 years of RN experience
Kind, compassionate and reliable
Peace
Hi! I'm a very reliable, patient and hardworking person with a few years experience in working with those who have special needs. I volunteered in the Special Education Classroom on and off for a couple years at Middle School and spent about a year caring for a 9yr old girl with special needs who I still watch from time to time....
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, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Allison S.
Bellingham, WA
$29/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Grace W.
Bellingham, WA
$20-25/hr • 9 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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ferndale, WA
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.
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.
Addison W.
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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