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Carol G.


Gig Harbor, WA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a retired grandmother who was with the School District for 20 years with 17 of those years in special education working with children of all ages. In 2015, I retired and became a full-time nanny to 3 children - two in school and the youngest was with me all day. I moved to Gig Harbor in 2017 and have worked with babies and...
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Hannah L.


Gig Harbor, WA

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hannah

I am a mom and a nursing assistant. Three of my four children are special needs. I have experience in nearly all areas of care for special needs children, and delight in making them feel happy, loved and cared for. I am creative and love to find ways to help children with special needs enjoy their life and the world around them....
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Katie K.


Gig Harbor, WA

$20-23/hr2 yrs exp

Hi there! I am a reliable, energetic college graduate, looking for a full- time nanny position. I have experience working with children of all ages in various enviroments and am looking forward to connecting with a family. From being the neighborhood babysitter at a young age, to volunteer work with hospitalized children at Mary...
Katie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lisa A.


Gig Harbor, WA

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Lisa A

Hello! I am a current student at CSU living in Fort Collins. I babysat throughout middle/high school and have experience working with special needs children through school programs. I have always enjoyed working with kids and would love to have the opportunity to babysit/nanny while I am still in school. I am currently looking...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kiely N.


Gig Harbor, WA

$20-50/hr9 yrs exp

Hello! (:

Hello! My name is Kiely, and I am currently looking for a part time nannying position. I am a full time employee for Columbia Distributing Co.. so I'm really just looking to fill my Tuesday and Wednesday with a fun family to help out! I have babysat since the age of 12, and before that I was found every summer helping in my...
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Danielle L.


Port Orchard, WA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I have close family friends with Huntington's disease and have helped with them for over 10 years. For two years I worked for family with two girls, 2 and 3. The older girl has autism. For two and a half years I worked at Easter Seals Camp Stand By Me. I worked with a broad amount of needs there. I have always enjoyed working...
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Nikki P.


Olalla, WA

$32-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny Seeking Next Loving Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, I'm reliable, responsible and respectful. I've got a lot of love to give and am a great playmate for kiddos! I get kids outside even on the rainiest of days. I am a high-energy person and like to come up with fun curriculum and outings and I incorporate age-appropriate education into play. I'm experienced in...
Nikki can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Nikki has been our caregiver for date nights and our child always looks forward to it. She is kind, fun, flexible, reliable, and an excellent communicator. Would highly recommend her for your caregiving needs. She's the greatest!"

Tess G.

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Mackenzie S.


Port Orchard, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Intellectual Energetic Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

10+ years of care giving for a wide age range. CPR and BLS certified. Special needs experience. Dependable. Happy to help with all your needs!
Mackenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Chloe D.


Olalla, WA

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitter

Hi! I am freshly graduated from highschool and 18! I am a college student but I am fully online this quarter! I am looking for a daytime nannying job. I have a lot of experience with children, My brother is special needs and I have been his babysitter most of my life. I've also helped a family friend run a daycare. I am going to...
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Sandra S.


Port Orchard, WA

$15/hr

Part Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have previous experience with a child that is developmentally delayed. I also have experience caring for terminally ill children. I am comfortable providing care for children under these circumstances and supporting the parents in the journey. I would be willing to run errands, do housework, yard work, or care for the children...
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Ellie H.


Belfair, WA

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

I have watched newborns, and kids of all ages. I have changed many diapers as well as have assisted with special needs kids. I love working with all kids helping them to continue to grow into whom they were created to be and to provide a safe atomosphere.
Ellie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Nicole K.


Port Orchard, WA

$25-30/hr20 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As someone with a deep passion for nurturing young minds, I've dedicated the past two decades to providing exceptional childcare. My patient and friendly nature creates a welcoming environment for children to thrive. With my extensive training, including First Aid and CPR certification, as well as coursework in Early Child...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Cortney J.


Allyn, WA

$16-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Outgoing Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always had a love for kids. In kindergarten when asked what I wanted to be when I grew up my answer was a foster mom. I have nannied off and on since I was 12 years old. I am CPR/first aid certified, I have taken college level childhood development classes, I have over 30 stars hours in child development, I have...
Cortney can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Morgan Y.


Belfair, WA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Loud, Energetic, And Loves To Have Fun!

Hello! My name is Morgan, I'm 25, and I graduated from WOU in 2020 with my Bachelors degree in Psychology, Special Education/Childrens Education, and American Sign Language! I have been working with kids since I was 9 years old, including working with special needs kids, kids with behavioral plans, and kids of all ages! I am...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

In June of 2019 I graduated from college with a B. A. in Psychology and a B. S. in Social Services. Starting in September I was hired as a psychiatric child care counselor for the state of Washington at child study & treatment center. I currently work with a diverse community that has an array of psychiatric diagnoses. I love my...
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Ashley L M.


Port Orchard, WA

$18-26/hr4 yrs exp

Artsy & Fun Sitter W/ Teaching Experience

Hi there! My name is Ashley and I am 22 years old and live in Port Orchard, Washington. Currently, I am finishing my degree in Elementary Education with an Art Teaching Endorsement through WGU (online). Since I can remember, I knew I wanted to be a teacher because I find kids delightful and want to make a difference in their...
Ashley L can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Karlie S.


Belfair, WA

$16-21/hr9 yrs exp

Hi! I have cared for special needs individuals for many years. In home, and in facility. I have nothing but respect and love for others, caring is my passion. I was an emergency care technician before I became a stay at home mom, and cared for many different people comfortably.
After raising three boys, Being an Auntie, Certified in Special Needs and Elderly Care my love for caring for others is huge!! And I would love to provide a fun, safe, loving, structural environment caring for your kiddo!!
Brandy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Chelsea J.


Dupont, WA

$10-30/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter/Nanny Available Part Time, Full Time, Anytime!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love kids! My experience includes caring for an adventurous 2-year-old, a pair of 5-year-olds, 8-year-old twins, and students with special needs and behavioral disorder ages 11-18. I can help with chores, meal time, homework, driving to extracurricular activities, bath time, and bed time. I am extremely organized and...
Chelsea can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Chelsea was stellar! Very fun-loving and down to earth. She was punctual and professional. She exceeded our expectations! We know our daughter was well taken care of and engaged all day. Would definitely recommend her again and again!"

Ryan D.

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