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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Garden City, ID

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Garden City, ID

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Medea R.


Garden City, ID

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Duties included; transportation, playing music, meditation, tutoring, spending time in the park etc. I am passionate about what I do because I love people of different kind and with different challenges. My goal is to make a difference in their life by being a positive example.
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Medea R.


Garden City, ID

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Senior and special needs care, changing, bathing, feeding, medication management, first aid certification, keep physically active, light house work, dishes, cooking, laundry etc..
Medea can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
I got interested in special needs after meeting a kid who had muscular dystrophy. He became one of my good friends and changed my outlook on life. After he passed I wanted to work with kids more like him. I became a peer tutor in high school and worked with kids who had some type of disability. I decided to pursue a degree in...
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Shelby D.


Garden City, ID

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Childcare Provider

Hi! My name is Shelby. I started babysitting when I was about 13. I have worked as a summer camp counselor with a variety of ages, after-school program leader for elementary age children, and volunteered for a therapeutic horseback riding program for people with special needs. I have also worked in kids ski school at a resort...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Aerin O.


Garden City, ID

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher For 8 Years, Swim Teacher, A Signal Youth Mentor, Before/after School Care And Babysitter!

I would LOVE to assist in weekends if you have events planned and can definitely commit to weekends (preferably with notice) I understand life is unexpected so just reach out! Or outside of school hours (after 4pm, before 8am). I studied education (Elementary) in Australia and have my Idaho Teaching Credential. I am hoping to...
Aerin can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
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Pandora Y.


Garden City, ID

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Aunt Pan

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over half my life I have been a child care giver, babysitter and/or nanny. Which doesn't include being a single mom while putting myself through college and working full time. I worked as a teacher's assistant for a number of years in a school for "high risk" boys, and then another school for children with "special needs"....
Pandora can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Hadley C.


Garden City, ID

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hello everyone! My name is Hadley and I am a freshman at UM looking for babysitting jobs. 18 years old, 6 years of experience, CPR and emergency situation certified, reliable car and perfect driving record. I worked as a nanny the past year and my job included chores/light housekeeping which I am happy to do. I have also worked...
Hadley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kathryn R.


Eagle, ID

$23/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Child Caretaker

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I have been working with children of all ages for quite a while now. I have worked with children as a full time nanny, in a daycare facility, special needs, and as an assistant teacher at a school. I have also taken on many other jobs) that have taught me how to multitask & have patience in any situation that may...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kat was very helpful and the kids loved her. Would recommend her!"

Brad H.

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John R.


Boise, ID

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Medical School Dean

I have 20 years of experience in Clinical Behavioral Healthcare, Gerontology, Alternative Psychiatry for Traumatic Brain Injury, Anxiety, Depression, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Memory Care and Teen/Adult Autism Spectrum. I can also help with TBI recovery, ASD Supportive Options for Educational, and Occupational coaching....
5.0
" John has been working with a family member for some time. He did a great job building rapport and establishing a trusting, caring relationship. There have been many challenges along the way. One thing I know for sure is that John always continues to see...

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Kiley J.


Boise, ID

$15-16/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 2 years of experience babysitting/ Nannying (8mF, 10mM). I have worked at two Skilled nursing facilities caring, primarily, for elderly patients, patients with dementia and special needs patients. I also worked for an in home care company for a year. I am very experienced with caring for people and I LOVE working with...
Kiley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kiley was the first sitter we hired to watch our 3 month old, which was a big step (especially for my wife). She was punctual, communicated well before hand, and did an excellent job. She even put socks on the baby after me (being a dumb dad) forgot to before I...

Trevor L.

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Elizabeth Y.


Boise, ID

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny With 30 Years Experience, In Boise, Seeking Part or Full-Time Opportunity

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been in child care for over 30 years. I have 1 adult son, was a stay-at-home mom until age 6. I worked as an Admin Asst & had the opportunity to work remote, which gave me the freedom to home-school him from 7th-12th grade. I love children, to interact & teach, provide a safe, secure, & fun environment. I am dependable,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"It was my first time hiring a sitter and I was very nervous but Betsy was great and my kids loved her. "

Kathryn I.

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Taylor N.


Boise, ID

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I nannied for a child with autism for a year. He was 4 years of age and it was the best experience ever! I love being able to communicate with children on the spectrum in a way that makes them feel understood and happy. I enjoy seeing them grow and achieve new things.
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Amara E.


Boise, ID

$18-21/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'd love to come spend time with your kiddos! In the six years I worked as a nanny, I enjoyed working with kids of all ages (including multiples and those with special needs). Some of my favorite things to do with kids are making dinner, going on walks, and doing fun crafts. I'm very comfortable in the kitchen, and am happy to...
Amara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Amara has been watching our girls for date nights since the summer. My kids absolutely adore her. She's fun, energetic and spends time playing with them and interacting. She's great at bedtime and has a fun trick my girls love to help keep them in their beds too....

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Alena M.


Meridian, ID

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a student at Boise State University. I am majoring in Special Education and Elementary Education. I am also minoring in American Sign Language. I have helped raise my blind nephew for the last couple of years and have been around and involved in the special education community as well as the deaf community. I have...
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Ava S.


Boise, ID

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Loving And Caring Sitter!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello Everyone! My name is Ava and I am a fun and energetic young college student. I have been attending Boise State University for 2 years and i'm loving Boise. I am a special education major and I'm seeking a Nanny/ Babysitting Job. I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel, Errands, Carpooling and much more! I have...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"My girls loved having Ava watch them! "

Care member

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Krissy L.


Boise, ID

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 20 plus years in 3 states California, Las Vegas, Idaho retired 911 Dispatcher and mother of 3 adult children. My passion is caring for people in every way possible from saving lives through a phone or taking care of the elderly or special needs, ranging from Down syndrome to high & low functioning autism. And also even...
5.0
"Krissy is a people please and enjoys helping people out. Krissy also knows what it takes to make relationships work by going above and beyond to make a difference in people's lives. Krissy takes pride in all she does and strives to make the world a better place for...

Gilbert R.

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Beth C.


Meridian, ID

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Former Nurse And Mom Of 6 Will Take Care Of Your Children Like Her Own

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love children and strive to provide care and household mgmt. in the same way you do so that the transition is smooth for all of us. I have extensive experience raising my own 7 children, ages 10-32, as well as babysitting since age 10 and many volunteer positions with children. I have served in the nursery at our church and...
Beth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Beth has been a wonderful addition for our family to care for our 6 month old. She is VERY comfortable with babies and are very thankful she is in our area. Would highly recommend!"

Ariel J.

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Karis L.


Meridian, ID

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience caring for children of all ages. For the last 3 years, I have been teaching Health and Nutrition at a private high school in Meridian. So helping with any type of school work is something that can be done. I have nannied during the summer and school year which has included taking children to and from extra...
Karis can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Karis is amazing and the very best nanny we have had! She took care of my 7-year old son after school. She is reliable and punctual, and has a clean driving record. My son absolutely adored her, and he is a tough critic. She was wonderful at interacting with him,...

Sheila F.

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Grace I.


Boise, ID

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 2 years of experience in childcare. I have experience with special needs. I have a fun and determined can-do attitude!
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I love to be around kids and have babysat for years! I have babysat for families of 5, special needs and infants. I love making kids laugh and I absolutely love to cook:) I just moved to Idaho from Arizona but I'm originally from Montana. I was basically a personal assistant for my last family since their kids were older but had...
Hayden can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Garden City, ID

Kathryn R.

5.0

Kat was very helpful and the kids loved her. Would recommend her!

- Brad H.

John R.

5.0

John has been working with a family member for some time. He did a great job building rapport and establishing a trusting, caring relationship. There have been many challenges along the way. One thing I know for sure is that John always continues to see the positive side of the situation...

- Care member

Kiley J.

5.0

Kiley was the first sitter we hired to watch our 3 month old, which was a big step (especially for my wife). She was punctual, communicated well before hand, and did an excellent job. She even put socks on the baby after me (being a dumb dad) forgot to before I left. She was very nice and...

- Trevor L.

Elizabeth Y.

5.0

It was my first time hiring a sitter and I was very nervous but Betsy was great and my kids loved her.

- Kathryn I.

Amara E.

5.0

Amara is such a wonderful babysitter/nanny, my daughters absolutely loved her and she was very engaged with caring for them and even bringing her own special projects to play with them. She is professional, always on-time, kind, friendly, trustworthy and incredibly self sufficient when it came to...

- Care member

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Ratings for Garden City, ID special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Garden City, ID are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.