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Claris G.


Issaquah, WA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider For Special Needs And Typical Children.

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As an experienced child care professional, I would like to utilize my skills such as patience, care-taking ability and self-motivation in taking care of every child by providing good supervision in a disciplined way. I would also take special care or children who need special attention. I have worked with special needs children...
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Gina B.


Issaquah, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mature and Experienced with a Two Year Degree in Special Education

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a degree in Special Education as a teachers aide. I have worked with adults with developmental disabilities finding jobs for them. I have also worked with children with autism and developmental disabilities. My rates are $28-30 a hour. I have been a nanny for 6 years.
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Marie Y.


Issaquah, WA

$32-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher And Nanny

Relationship building and connecting are words that describe me best! am a retired early childhood educator with 27 years experience. Besides teaching and nanny work, I have worked extensively with children who have special needs! I can provide strong support with developmental activities, speech, and behavior plans, I bring a...
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Pamela T.


Issaquah, WA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Summary

I was a special education teacher for approximately 8 years, and have supervised recreational programs for youth with special needs.
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Kathleen T.


Issaquah, WA

$22-27/hr2 yrs exp

Fun And Outgoing Hippie Mom

I love to be around people. Ideally I'd like to find someone I can care for that can also be a friend. I'm a mom to 8 kids, some adopted and/or special needs. I am a very positive person and I enjoy life. Let's meet to see if we are a good match.
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Valerie B.


Issaquah, WA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Home Care Giver for Elderly and Disabled 15 Years with Certifications

I love working with all people and am experienced in this field of care. Being able to help people is my heart's desire. Making a difference in other's lives. I am very active in the ministry in the house of the lord. I have been working with homeless men and women and children.
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Valerie R.


Issaquah, WA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Well Rounded and Experienced Child Care Provider

I am a big sister to two younger brothers who I cared for since I was 12 years old. I have watched kids from ages 6 weeks to 12 years. I have experience with children from all backgrounds and needs. I have taken care of children with all kinds of special needs including autistic children. I have given swimming lessons, guitar...
Valerie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Kathleen T.


Issaquah, WA

$19-24/hr5 yrs exp

Issaquah Mom Ready To Help You Out At My Home Or Yours

I've raised 8 children some of whom are adopted and/or special needs. I absolutely love children and I can either come to your home or I can come to yours. I prefer to work locally in Issaquah.
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Gina B.


Issaquah, WA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Available on Eastside

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a degree in special ed. I also have 12-year-old old son. I have been a nanny and teachers aide with special needs kids. Over 25 years childcare exp.
Gina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Marie Y.


Issaquah, WA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Child Or Senior Care Provider

As an Early childhood educator I have 27 years teaching experience and retired early to move to the PNW! I love establishing relationships with children and adults and have a long history of successful teaching, nanny and caregiver responsibilities. Engaging in developmentally appropriate activities with children while...
Marie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Kathleen T.


Issaquah, WA

$30/hr2 yrs exp

Outgoing Fun And Talkative Caregiver

I am a mom of 8 children some of whom are adopted and/or special needs. I love caring for people and doing it in a way that shows compassion. I prefer to become friends with anyone I am caring for whether special needs children or adults.
Kathleen can also help with: Respite care, dementia, transportation, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
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Jessica E.


Renton, WA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time (Day)

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience with special needs people of all ages. I have 3 years live in experience and 3 years high school experience. I am loving, compassionate, and will make sure the needs are met for each specific individual I work with. I am willing to learn new things and am very honest about my work. I love caring for...
5.0
"Jessie is very responsible and flexible with different situations. She's always on time and helpful. "

Sharla D.

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Sheela P.


Sammamish, WA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have raised 4 children, 3 of which were 6-8 weeks premature, one daughter who was in speech therapy for 5 years. I have also worked with several autistic children up to the age of 15. I have also cared for my grandmother and most recently my mother for the last 6 years to include everything from full personal care to...
5.0
"Sheela is kind and generally wonderful to be around. She did a great job connecting with my daughter, making her feel safe, and giving her creative outlets."

Maralee S.

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Rachel F.


Ravensdale, WA

$30-45/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate Special Needs Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with everything from special needs children to hospice care for elderly patients. I have been a nanny to three siblings; one of whom had autism. I have worked with developmentally disabled people of all ages and I have worked in a nursing home where I became a med tech and was trained in administering...
5.0
"Rachel has been a wonderful caregiver for my granddaughter. Not only is she caring and compassionate, with a very good skill set when it comes to home care, she consistently goes above and beyond to do research regarding therapies and treatment plans to help find...

Jeremy K.

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Kylie T.


Renton, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for a part-time job as well weekend jobs babysitting. I m 45years old. I have a 15-year-old daughter and a 8yr old daughter. I have 25 plus year experience with all age children from newborn to preteens. I worked as a CA at a private Christian school and loved it. I have experience working with special needs...
Kylie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She will take care of anyone's children like they were her own. She is spiritual, kind, and responsible. If you give her a chance , you'll be glad you did."

Shannon W.

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Erika L.


Renton, WA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Not only am I an elementary education/special education major, my motivation for all of this is my nephew, B (6 years old, non verbal). B was born with DiGeorge syndrome, Autism, and several other disabilities. Over summer, when I was home in California, I drove/picked up from school, took him out to eat, and spent lots of time...
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Ashley M.


Renton, WA

$29/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a 35-year-old nanny/household manager currently looking for a new family. I love working with children, my job is my dream job! I have been in the child care field for over 15 years, working full-time, part-time and on-call/as-needed. I excel working with school age children, special needs children and infants/toddlers. I...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Ashley worked for our family for a few weeks (ages 7 & 9) and was wonderful with our children and with us. We clicked right away and she was genuine, honest, devoted and funny. We had hoped and planned to hire her on permanently, but were unable to due to a...

Amy C.

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Rachel F.


Ravensdale, WA

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced in caring for people ages newborn to seniors. Nine years experience with developmental disabilities; wound care, hospice, dementia, mental illness, and special needs children.
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel consistently goes above and beyond as a caregiver, doing research and picking up extra shifts as needed. Her interactions with my granddaughter and with me are great, and I couldn't have been luckier in finding the right caregiver."

Jeremy K.

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Sheela P.


Sammamish, WA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Sheela In Issaquah

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have been a full time stay at home mom and home manager for over 28 years. I am healthy, active, have a lot of energy, love to cook, do arts/crafts and most things from organization to party planning, I am patient and kind and use redirection and praise versus harsh discipline. I have 4 children 13-28. My first graduated UW...
Sheela can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sheela is a highly experienced nanny who took of my young infant. She not only took care of the baby but also helped with day to day household activities."

Shrinivass A.

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Dimitrinka H.


Renton, WA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was an emergency room nurse in Europe for over 10 years. I have a lot of empathy for people, especially for the elderly and children. I have two grown daughters. I believe my experience as a nurse makes me an ideal candidate to care for people. I know how to handle situations calmly and without panicking.
5.0
"She is a very hard worker. My parents love having her. She is very versatile and has helped them a lot!"

Carroll O.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Issaquah, WA

Jessica E.

5.0

Jessie is very responsible and flexible with different situations. She's always on time and helpful.

- Sharla D.

Sheela P.

5.0

Sheela is kind and generally wonderful to be around. She did a great job connecting with my daughter, making her feel safe, and giving her creative outlets.

- Maralee S.

Rachel F.

5.0

Rachel has been a wonderful caregiver for my granddaughter. Not only is she caring and compassionate, with a very good skill set when it comes to home care, she consistently goes above and beyond to do research regarding therapies and treatment plans to help find new options for K.s care. I would...

- Jeremy K.

Kylie T.

5.0

She will take care of anyone's children like they were her own. She is spiritual, kind, and responsible. If you give her a chance , you'll be glad you did.

- Shannon W.

Ashley M.

5.0

Ashley worked for our family for a few weeks (ages 7 & 9) and was wonderful with our children and with us. We clicked right away and she was genuine, honest, devoted and funny. We had hoped and planned to hire her on permanently, but were unable to due to a change in our circumstances. Highly...

- Amy C.

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