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Talayjha T.


Bellingham, WA

$34/hr10 yrs exp

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sierra R.


Bellingham, WA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Graduate Student

Hi I am a graduate student getting ready to graduate in the fall and looking to help out families this summer. I have experience as a graduate student clinician in speech and language pathology working with many children of all ages and abilities and have worked as an ABA behavior tech and a one-one therapy support.
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Fiona P.


Bellingham, WA

$24/hr2 yrs exp

Special Education Para Seeking Part Time Work As Caregiver For Individuals With Disabilities

I'd describe my personality as dedicated, empathetic, and hard working. I'm looking for a job that allows me flexibility as a elementary school special education para to pursue other forms of caring for folks with disabilities. I have experience with bathroom/hygiene needs from preschool to late 60s, can provide detailed data...
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Jessica G.


Blaine, WA

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Master In Social Work

Hi, I'm Jessica I am a mental health therapist that typically sees teenagers and adults with autism and/or ADHD. I also have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I am looking for some part time work to supplement my income. I'd love to meet you and your loved one(s) to see if I'd be a good caregiver for them, let's...
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Healey M.


Bellingham, WA

$25/hr12 yrs exp

Knowledgeable And Fun Sitter

I am a pediatric occupational therapist by day- I just graduated with my doctorate in May! I have enjoyed caring for others families and pets over the years and hope to continue as I begin this new chapter. I have 12 years of experience and am CPR certified. I am comfortable caring for kids, adults, and pets with special...
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Kai A.


Bellingham, WA

$23-25/hr3 yrs exp

I have three years of experience babysitting/nannying and working as a recreation leader at a handful of year round youth programs and full time summer camp counseling. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children between the ages of 4 and 11. My patient and creative nature, coupled with my ability to enforce household rules,...
Kai can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Geneva H.


Bellingham, WA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Engaged, Experienced Childcare Provider

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Geneva ("Genny"). I absolutely love caring for children of all ages and abilities, happily doing so for the past 12+ years (while pursuing my high school and university/grad school studies full-time). I became a certified SuperSitter, a childcare provider with extra training to care for children with special...
Geneva can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Genny is the perfect fit for my mother! So happy to have found a great, caring person to provide some quality time."

Heidi S.

Geneva H.


Bellingham, WA

$18-25/hr

Kind, Compassionate, Empathetic Elder Companion Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Geneva ("Genny"). I have many years of experience working with individuals at both ends of the age spectrum with a wide range of special needs. Elders hold a very special place in my heart. For 4 1/2 years, I helped my mom provide care and company for my grandfather as he lived with us and progressed through...
Geneva can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, errands & more
5.0
"Geneva was a great asset to our family. Dependable, strong self awareness, clear communicator, flexible, caring. I really appreciated how she put my mother's well being first and was clear on what she was available for and capable of. It made it so much easier to...

Anna L.

Elizabeth M.


Bellingham, WA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver And RN Seeking Part Time Caregiving Jobs In Bellingham!

Hello! School Registered Nurse seeking afternoon/evening care opportunities a few times a week! I have been a nanny/caregiver on and off for 15 years, and love taking care of babies, kiddos, and their families! Please feel free to ask me any questions! I like working with kids because they bring me joy and deserve to be loved...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Nikki K.


Custer, WA

$22-32/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny & Caregiver

I have over 14 years experience working with adults/children with special needs in various settings from in home care to group homes. I also have roughly 10 years of professional experience working with children of various ages--seven years as a personal nanny and two years at a local early learning center. I also have over two...
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Emma L.


Bellingham, WA

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Patient Tutor!

Hi there! I'm Emma, an outdoorsy, fun, and reliable caregiver who loves to care for little buddies while their grown ups have things to do. I taught gymnastics (ages 2-14) and swimming for four years, and have been babysitting/nannying for eight. I have four younger siblings who I am used to cooking and cleaning for. Last month...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Melissa A.


Bellingham, WA

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

When I was in high school I cared for a first grade boy that had braces on both legs, so movement was harder, and he was autistic. I have also worked with many students with learning disabilities and A. D. D.
5.0
"Melissa worked with our family for a year. She was with us through many transitions and changes and through it all she was supportive, compassionate, fun loving and communicative. She is a goodhearted human and is an amazing help in so many ways. We are so thankful...

Emily H.

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Laney S.


Bellingham, WA

$16-21/hr

Senior Care Taker

My name is Laney and I am looker for a caretaking job. I have done a two week stay with an adult with special needs, doing all of the care taking, cooking, cleaning, and errands needed during that time period. More recently I have worked with a woman with dementia for 6-8 hour days, again doing the cooking, cleaning, and care...
Laney can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Ashley L.


Bellingham, WA

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun-loving And Energetic College Student Looking For Meaningful Part-time Work

I have a few years of experience as well as a lifetime of practice from a huge family. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am comfortable driving places and have a clean driving record. I have experience taking care of special needs children.
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Jordan C.


Bellingham, WA

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Care With People With Special Needs

1:1 child care for 3 separate boys with autism, worked at a summer camp for kids with autism, and helped plan summer camp for adults with developmental disabilities. Lastly I teach yoga for adults with developmental disabilities.
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Emily T.


Bellingham, WA

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Adaptive/Therapeutic Recreation

Through many years of experience in childcare, I have learned the complexity, challenge, and unique beauty of each family. I understand the importance of flexibility, patience, setting boundaries, and celebrating success. I have worked with children of all abilities and family structures including people with developmental and...
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Em W.


Bellingham, WA

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate Support Professional Looking For Evening Caregiving Opportunities

I am currently a support professional for adults with disabilities and other barriers to assist them with employment and community activities. I am looking to supplement my income doing my favorite part of the job, which is getting to know and care for others however they best need support in their daily lives.
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Marisa V.


Bellingham, WA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Engaging And Fun Sitter Specializing In Developmental Disabilities And Special Needs

I have an AA in psychology and am currently enrolled at Western Washington, pursuing a bachelor's degree as a Recreational Therapist. I am taking the summer off and plan to resume back for the fall. I have taken course work in developmental lifespan psychology along with trauma informed care, and currently certified in CPR, BLS....
Marisa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Laney S.


Bellingham, WA

$18-22/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter

love hiking, skiing, and many other outdoor activities. I have worked many babysitting jobs in my teenage years with kids . More recently I have done a few caretaking jobs with the elderly, as well as a live in caretaking job for two weeks for someone with special needs. I have also worked in the dental field for the past year...
Laney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I do not have professional experience with mental or physical disorders, however, I have nannied for families with autism and non-verbal abilities. I am gladly open to special care for children as long as the family is comfortable. I am a fast learner and hard worker who is accommodate for any needs and concerns.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ferndale, WA

Geneva H.

5.0

Genny is the perfect fit for my mother! So happy to have found a great, caring person to provide some quality time.

- Heidi S.

Geneva H.

5.0

Geneva was a great asset to our family. Dependable, strong self awareness, clear communicator, flexible, caring. I really appreciated how she put my mother's well being first and was clear on what she was available for and capable of. It made it so much easier to come to agreement. I highly...

- Anna L.

Melissa A.

5.0

Melissa worked with our family for a year. She was with us through many transitions and changes and through it all she was supportive, compassionate, fun loving and communicative. She is a goodhearted human and is an amazing help in so many ways. We are so thankful for her time and energy. She's the...

- Emily H.

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