Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

How it works

Share details about your special needs caregiver needs

Match with highly rated local special needs caregivers near you

Compare special needs caregiver options and choose the best fit

Special needs caregivers in Grapeview, WA

Rose H.'s Photo

Rose H.


Grapeview, WA

$20-25/hr

See profile
Pre-Nursing student who is also a CNA. I love the opportunity to help care and provide for residents. I am currently have experience in an adult senior home with resident that need help with memory care and motility. I have also worked with clients with spinal cord injuries, both within the thoracic and cervical vertebrae...
Cortney J.'s Photo

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

James R.'s Photo

James R.


Tacoma, WA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Happiness Architect: Building Joyful Moments!

5.0

(2)

Hello! I'm James, dedicated nanny with extensive experience, including special-needs children and twins. Raised in a home daycare, my mother, a devoted teacher, instilled in me a deep love for childcare. This upbringing taught me invaluable skills in nurturing and engaging children. I pursued child development at a community...
James can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"James is a diamond. Our family has been blessed to have James help with our kids for about a year. We have 3 kids. Our twins were 4 and our oldest 6 when James joined our family. All of our kids are extremely energetic and have some emotional regulation issues....

Care member

Kirsten P.'s Photo

Kirsten P.


Bremerton, WA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I just moved to Bremerton a little over a year ago from Florida to be with my husband who is stationed at the base nearby. I previously worked with a child with cerebral palsy as a night/day nurse doing activities, preparing meals, tidying up the house, and spending quality time...
Kirsten can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kirsten is AMAZING with my two elementary aged boys. Patient, sweet, and fun. They look forward to her arrival and big smiles appear when she walks in the door. They feel safe with her and only ever have rave reviews when we get home. She makes the whole family...

Josi T.

Nikki P.'s Photo

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:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nikki is an amazing nanny and a Wonderful person. Our family was lucky to have her with us for 2 1/2 years. She even took care of my newborn baby from the day I brought him home. She is punctual, consistent, dependable, creative, kind, patient, and hard-working....

Jamie Y.

Carly M.'s Photo

Carly M.


Olympia, WA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My background is in working with youth, and I have experience working with people on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, ADHD and behavioral challenges. I am able to follow provided behavior supports. I am capable monitoring activities, preparing meals, changing of clothes and assisting in the bathroom. I have a very grounded,...
Ashlee N.'s Photo

Ashlee N.


Hoodsport, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional And Educated Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am 29 years old and a licensed mental health therapist. I am currently in the process of transitioning between therapy jobs and am looking for a temporary nanny job for the next 3-4 months. I have ample education in child development and psychology along with diverse experience in child care throughout my adolescent and...
Ashlee can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ashlee is amazing. She cared for our daughter over the summer, and we were so lucky to have her. She is sweet and caring and extremely responsible. I would recommend her in a heartbeat to anyone looking for care for their family. Our little girl adores her, and...

Amanda W.

Danielle L.'s Photo

Danielle L.


Port Orchard, WA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

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...
Alexandra D.'s Photo

Alexandra D.


Olympia, WA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I am a locally located state employee with bachelors and graduate degrees, and I nannied all through college! I continue to take on small care assignments since I miss being around kiddos so often! I take a child-led approach and regularly encourage them to expand their confidence and skills. I'm not afraid to get messy with...
Marcy B.'s Photo

Marcy B.


Olympia, WA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

My skills include working with special needs kids, tutoring, and addressing big feelings. I have years of professional training in early childhood and elementary education and deescalation.
Marcy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Jessica D.'s Photo

Jessica D.


Olympia, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Jess and I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. In my years of experience I have done the following jobs: taught swim lessons to ages 3-12, tutored for K-8, camp counselor for K-8, Preschool teacher, and nanny. I have worked with children with special needs and I am currently working...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Ashley W.'s Photo

Ashley W.


Bremerton, WA

$14-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have had a passion for working with children with all different ability types for as long as I can remember. My experience working with children with special needs started when I was 14 babysitting for a family friend who had two children with special needs. One was on the autism spectrum and the other had developmental...
Lisa A.'s Photo

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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Caitlin D.'s Photo

Caitlin D.


Shelton, WA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced RBT Looking To Work With Kids On The Spectrum

Monday through Friday I work with two different clients on the Autism spectrum as a Registered Behavioral Technician. This work includes everything from feeding programs to ADLs to behavior reduction to social skills. While I am not certified to supply ABA services outside the context of job with South Sound Behavior Therapy, I...
Roseline M.'s Photo

Roseline M.


Tacoma, WA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experience Caregiver

I have been doing Home Health care for 7 years. I cared for both parents and a special needs older brother. I'm skilled, patient, kind, and knowledgeable. Seeking full_time employment. I'm not willing to do any heavy lifting of a client. I'm able to give transport to appts, run errands, do light housekeeping, hygiene assistance,...
Roseline can also help with: Hospice services, personal care
Carol G.'s Photo

Carol G.


Gig Harbor, WA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

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...
Morgan Y.'s Photo

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:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Ellie H.'s Photo

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

First Aid

Mackenzie S.'s Photo

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

Sandra S.'s Photo

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...

Showing 1 - 20 of 55

Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Grapeview, WA

James R.

5.0

James is reliable and super attentive to children of various ages. Even in settings where is he caring for multiple children at once, he makes sure each individual child receives special attention and care to be seen, and heard. I am so grateful to have him as a friend I can depend on for my child...

- Nandita K.

Kirsten P.

5.0

Kristen was great with our 3 year old and very attentive :) We would definitely love to hire her again and recommend her to anyone.

- Li-yun F.

Nikki P.

5.0

Nikki is a wonderful, caring, energetic individual. She was a nanny for three years for our son and our daughter - one and 3.5 at the start through to four and 6.5 years old. Nikki brings an incredible positive and grounded energy that keeps the kids motivated and calm and engaged. She was always...

- Deb S.

Ashlee N.

5.0

Ashlee is amazing. She cared for our daughter over the summer, and we were so lucky to have her. She is sweet and caring and extremely responsible. I would recommend her in a heartbeat to anyone looking for care for their family. Our little girl adores her, and so do we!

- Amanda W.

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services

Special Needs in Allyn, WASpecial Needs in Tahuya, WASpecial Needs in Belfair, WASpecial Needs in Gig Harbor, WASpecial Needs in Shelton, WASpecial Needs in Hoodsport, WASpecial Needs in Steilacoom, WASpecial Needs in Olalla, WASpecial Needs in University Place, WASpecial Needs in Lacey, WA
Special Needs in Kingston, WASpecial Needs in Seattle, WASpecial Needs in Poulsbo, WASpecial Needs in Pacific, WASpecial Needs in Marysville, WASpecial Needs in Hoquiam, WASpecial Needs in Elma, WASpecial Needs in La Center, WASpecial Needs in Renton, WASpecial Needs in Tenino, WA
Show more

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

Do pediatricians pierce ears? Yes, but you may have a hard time finding one

November 12th, 2024 Whether you’re waiting for their 6-month birthday or their tenth, when the time comes to get your child’s ears pierced, there’s a good chance you’ll feel mo... Read more
Sorry, Grandma, we’re not coming home for the holidays

Sorry, Grandma, we’re not coming home for the holidays

November 11th, 2024 We’ve all heard the old adage: There’s no place like home for the holidays. But let’s face it, it’s not always true. Whether it’s avoiding family drama or s... Read more
The 14 best gift-wrapping hacks for parents found on TikTok

The 14 best gift-wrapping hacks for parents found on TikTok

November 11th, 2024 Few things are more fun than watching kids gleefully open presents during the holidays, but being the person tasked with gift-wrapping those presents is a d... Read more
Veterans Day for kids: 7 ways to teach kids about the holiday

Veterans Day for kids: 7 ways to teach kids about the holiday

October 11th, 2024 Veterans Day for kids might not seem like much more than a day off from school. Sadly, many young children have little to no awareness of the important role... Read more
How much does a tutor cost?

How much does a tutor cost?

September 19th, 2024 When it comes to hiring a tutor, there’s a great range in terms of tutoring prices — on average, the low end starts around $18-21 per hour, and that can soa... Read more