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Hannah P.


Idaho Falls, ID

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Full-Time Special Needs Care Provider Available

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I absolutely love working with individuals with special needs. My experience has been with children who have a variety of diagnoses and all levels of mental handicaps. I previously worked as a Habilitative Intervention Therapist for children ages 3-18. I am passionate about my work as I see and facilitate progress, independence,...
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Emma G.


Idaho Falls, ID

$13-50/hr5 yrs exp

Recreation Therapist And Caregiver

Hello! I'm Emma, an experienced caretaker and Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). My 5+ years of experience has involved in-home and facility care for individuals across the lifespan who struggle with emotional and/or physical wellbeing. I am passionate about meeting individuals where they are functionally...
I'd describe my personality as reliable, caring, and a hard worker I like caring for people with special needs because my first niece was born 10 years ago with a disability and ever sense then I have loved helping special needs. I'm looking for a job that I can nanny I started caring for people with special needs when my...
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Kristy C.


Idaho Falls, ID

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have 30yrs in nursing care. Im dependable and have great rreferences. I have worked in home health and hospice most of my career.
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Alexis G.


Idaho Falls, ID

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

LPN

I am an LPN who currently works with medically fragile and special needs children and have experience with kids of varying ages
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

I am a mom of 3 kids myself aged 3-6. I have experience caring for multiple children from working at a daycare and I have also worked with special needs children as well.
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello everyone I'm Ciarra, a dedicated childcare professional with 5 years of professional experience. I am CPR and first aid certified, comfortable with caring for multiple children, and children with special needs. I can provide numerous references upon request. I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, and creative.
Ciarra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Mikayla S.


Rexburg, ID

$11-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Caring, Friend Wanting To Help Serve Others, And Have Over 9 Years Of Experience.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I understand that now is a scary time especially to introduce a new person into your household. I am healthy and follow all safety recommendations. I am a fun, loving, caring, and respectful person with natural motherly instincts. I love children and pets and would love to make a difference in their lives! I have almost 10 years...
Mikayla can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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"Mikayla has been our go-to babysitter for a couple years now; she is simply amazing! She has so much experience with children and it definitely shows. I completely trust her and always feel very comfortable leaving the kids with her (and she is the ONLY...

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Ashtyn D.


Rexburg, ID

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny/babysitter!

I have had over 10 years of experience working with kids and preteens. I worked as an aid for my 10-year-old cousin who has special needs. I have mentored in my local birthing suite in high school and was able to work with newborn babies daily. Growing up, I was the second oldest of five kids which has taught me lots of patience...
Ashtyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
I love to be able to help people out with things like errands and other tasks. I would love to help anyone with special needs be able to perform their adls easier.
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Allison B.


Rexburg, ID

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic And Creative Nanny & Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a full time nanny for a great 1-year-old for most of 2020 until I went back to school. I have volunteered in elementary schools / Preschools for multiple years, and have volunteered with special needs sports teams for multiple years as well. I have many family members whom I have babysat for since they were born, and have...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emma O.


Rexburg, ID

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I've spent one year as a literacy coach in a kindergarten, and as a special needs one on one as well.
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Ashley, and I am a dedicated and nurturing caregiver with a genuine passion for helping children grow, learn, and thrive. As a mother of three, I have hands-on experience creating a loving, structured, and safe environment where children feel supported and happy. Our youngest son was oxygen dependent and NG...
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Lynlie D.


Rexburg, ID

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I started working with kids when I was in middle school. I babysat twin girls and worked with special needs kids at school. Once I got into high school I started babysitting for whoever would ask me and my number would get passed around.
I minored in special education and currently work as a speech paraprofessional for Madison School District. I have experience caring for a 28-year-old adult with disabilities by driving, managing schedule, monitoring behaviors, relaying instructions, and assisting with other activities. I love assisting and getting to know them...
Hello, my name is Gracie . I come from a small rice town in Northern California. I grew up with 3 younger siblings who I babysat everyday. I love working with kids, and watching them grow. I have a 3-year-old nephew who has some special needs, and I absolutely adore him. I watched him 4 days out of the week, couple days over...
Gracie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning

Mckenzie S.


Rexburg, ID

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

Silly Sitter

As a passionate and dedicated childcare provider with over 7 years of experience, I find great fulfillment in making a positive impact on the lives of children and supporting families. My patient, calm, and friendly nature allows me to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for your little ones. I believe in open...
Mckenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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