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Katy B.


JBER, AK

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I have worked in a life skills classroom at Anchorage School district for 2 years providing assistance to students with disabilities. I enjoy my job and am seeking a degree in Special Education.

Venessa D.


Anchorage, AK

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Im The Oldest Of 4. Love Watching Movies And Coloring!

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. Great with babies and toddlers. Familiar with preteens :). I was an honor student with experience in special needs education. Love to teach!
Venessa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She did excellent with our son."

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Katelyn W.


Anchorage, AK

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a degree in early childhood development and have worked with children for over 9 years. I have experience in daycares, as a nanny and most recently as a preschool teacher. I am great with routines and curriculums for kids. It is important to me that kids stay active and learn through play. I am comfortable with infants,...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"She is wonderful! She is a very warm, kind person which was really important for our family. She was very interactive with my kids and did lots of crafts, hands on activities. She was also very helpful around the house and did some light cleaning which was so nice...

Kristin W.

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Haley B.


Anchorage, AK

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I absolutely love children. I have siblings and animals of my own so I am used to caring for both. I'm not allergic to any animals. I can cook and clean. I have babysat children from ages 4 months-12 years old. I also have experience in caring for children with special...
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Chell (pronounced Shell) and I've been involved in childcare for over 10 years. I took a break from nannying to attend college but then spent 2 years working in pediatric healthcare. I have plenty of experience with infants and young children and with special needs kids as well. The last family I nannied...
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Alexia V.


Anchorage, AK

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children. My background includes some college, and I have nine years of experience caring for children of various ages. I have experience with children with special needs, such as Autism, FASD, CP, and trauma. I have CPR training, and I'm comfortable implementing...
Alexia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Alexandra N.


Anchorage, AK

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Teacher Turned Stay At Home Mom!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 boys (13, 10, 6). I am a stay at home mom who homeschools. I taught special needs for 10 years. I have one dog and a bearded dragon. I'm here to watch kids, tutor, or help out with the fur babies. Just let me know!
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Mae D.


Anchorage, AK

$43-50/hr3 yrs exp

Good morning. I am a 33-year-old married woman and former engineer; CPR certified and first aid trained. My full time job as a pediatric nursing assistant has me working three 13 hour shifts, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, each week. When learned that I am barren, I changed career focus from engineering to education and...
I recently moved to Anchorage for my full time job, but I have been babysitting most of my life and wanted to keep it going part time. I have experience with all ages and special needs kiddos. I really like to hang out with my kiddos and have fun. Their time is just as important as my time and they should be getting the most out...
Kiley can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Anela A.


Anchorage, AK

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Anela Or Nelly

Hi! My name is Anela, or my nickname is Nelly. I'm 21 years old. I've had experience with care giving my whole life being as my sister, and aunt are both special needs. I have babysitting experience, babysitting from 1-2 kids at a time, ages from 1-14. My availability is completely open, I don't mind pets, house keeping,...
Anela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Olivia M.


Anchorage, AK

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Independent Care Provider

I have cared for children and adults with special needs for over 10 years. I am a certified independent care provider through the Department of Developmental Disabilities and Medicaid. I have experience working with children and adults with Rett Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Down's Syndrome, Autism, Oppositional...
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Madison A.


Anchorage, AK

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Madi. I am a responsible and caring 19-year-old! I took a gap year after high school and worked in a Special Needs classroom as a TA. I would love to work with younger kids, but have had experience babysitting older kids. I have my own car and have had experience working with kids with mental and physical...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Katelyn W.


Anchorage, AK

$19-30/hr6 yrs exp

Special needs caregiver

I am a Special needs caregiver who have a degree in early childhood development and have over six years of experience working with special needs students, or children struggling with a speech delay. I am very patient and communicative as a care taker, I aim to be able to adapt to any circumstance that I am presented with. I hope...

Dana S.


Anchorage, AK

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Helping You With Your Special Needs.....

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I grew up with a brother with special needs. He was born with Cerebral Palsy. I was a constant part of his everyday functioning needs. He was/is a huge sports fan so many interesting public outings have been had trying to find where they stashed his chair and many other typical "the public does not understand" events. I also...
5.0
"Dana is a wonderful all around caregiver. Dependable , bright and adapts easily to all needs and instructions. Our pets loved her from day one and are excited to see her whenever she comes. Recommend highly!!!"

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Rosemary S.


Anchorage, AK

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

CPR and EMT-Basic

I am trained in CPR, EMT-Basic, First Responder and Search and Rescue Tech/Medic. I volunteered at a therapeutic riding barn. I am very comfortable working with people with special needs.

Kelly O.


Anchorage, AK

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have experience with in-home senior care, which involved companionship, transportation, light meal prep, grooming/hygiene, and housekeeping.
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Sarah M.


Eagle River, AK

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Recent Esthetician Graduate Looking For Full-time Job

Growing up I have had a lot of experience in caring for children. I started babysitting the neighborhood kids when I was 12, and continued to babysit for friends and family throughout high school. My most recent experience was babysitting for a family I met through Care. com. I watched their 2-year-old son anywhere from 3-6 days...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah is smart, fun, creative, and wonderful. We were fortunate to have her watching our two year old son and would heartily recommend her to your family."

Ian S.

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Kailey G.


Eagle River, AK

$23-24/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitting - Flexible Availability

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kailey, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my husband, 18-month-old and our two pups. I have experience working with kiddos from birth to high school age. I've spent many years working with kids in a variety of settings. I've worked as a tennis instructor, nanny, tutor, student teacher, and general caregiver!...
Kailey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kailey was a lifesaver for my family! I needed childcare last minute on two occasions for my sick child and she responded quickly. She was on time, asked informed questions, and answered any questions I had. She watched my son for 10 hours each time and was...

Karen S.

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Nancy F.


Wasilla, AK

$14/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Childcare Provider

I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. Infants are my specialty. I have worked in a special needs preschool. I raised 5 children of my own. I love working with children and believe in learning through play.
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Nancy was the best thing to happen to my family! We love her dearly! I couldn't recommend her enough! She's easy going but not a push over, the house is always a little bit nicer than I left it and my boys are always happy to see her. They even request days to stay...

Katie E.

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Lynda M.


Anchorage, AK

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

A+ Childcare You Can Trust

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am retired from medical field, USAF veteran spouse, mom of 3 and grandma of 4. I have acquired many skills over the years and I'm enjoy helping out others. I have vast experience in all ages, preemies, special needs, and mental health. Available for short term, daily, or as needed. Excellent references available upon...
Lynda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in JBER, AK

Venessa D.

5.0

On time and so warm and pleasant, my toddler warmed up to her quickly! Would definitely recommend

- Care member

Katelyn W.

5.0

She is wonderful! She is a very warm, kind person which was really important for our family. She was very interactive with my kids and did lots of crafts, hands on activities. She was also very helpful around the house and did some light cleaning which was so nice to come home to after long work...

- Kristin W.

Dana S.

5.0

I highly recommend Dana and she is absolute blessing for our 5 fur babies. Dana is reliable, trustworthy and has a magic touch they all loved her. That is not all ways the case they are very picky little ones on who they trust. Dana went above and beyond taking care of these babies and our home....

- Kim F.

Sarah M.

5.0

Sarah is smart, fun, creative, and wonderful. We were fortunate to have her watching our two year old son and would heartily recommend her to your family.

- Ian S.

Kailey G.

5.0

Kailey is great and my boys love her! She is dependable and communicates really well with us! Looking forward to continuing work with her in the future!!

- Chelsea B.

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