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Alexis N.


Kalama, WA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Alexis, I'm 22 years old and I have 5 years of experience working with children, I have also taken an early childhood education course, certified in CPR and blood Bourne pathogens! My experience ranges from different ages to different needs, I started off caring for a high school teachers 3-year-old who was...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Aleesha S.


Kalama, WA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nanny

I am a Certified Professional Nanny and Infant Care Specialist looking for a long-term position with the right family. As a Northwest Nannies Institute graduate, I strive to maintain a safe and encouraging environment as I help young humans build their autonomy and learn about the world around them. I have experience with...
Aleesha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Kayana F.


Rainier, OR

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Play And Loving Limits

5.0

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I'm Kayana, and I have been working with kids ever since I can remember. I have five younger siblings- the oldest is 23, and the youngest is seven, so I have lots of experience with kids of all ages. I started as a camp counselor when I was 15, & have since moved up to a leadership position there. I was a gymnastics coach for...
Kayana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kayana is wonderful. My son absolutely loves playing with her and she is amazing at dreaming up activities that are fun and educational. She has also taken him out to the beach, to Hoodoo and even to OMSI. Although she has gone out and about I can attest to her...

Nikki M.

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Teresa C.


Rainier, OR

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Care Giver

I have 5 years of Senior care experience. I can help with Home Care and Meal Preparation and I like animals and I can work Flexible hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. or 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. I do have experience with special needs. And I'm available now. And I have experience in dementia and I would like to work in the night.
Teresa can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"We’ve had Teresa multiple times and she was wonderful. She made meals for my mom and took very good care of her. I would highly recommend her. "

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Laura C.


Woodland, WA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Qualified Childcare.

A mother of 5 grown children. and 5 amazing grandchildren. I spend a lot of time with my grandkids and they spend the night with me often as well as go on adventures with grandma. They keep me young! I'm also a private respite provider for families with disabled children/adults. I was with one family with 17 years and I am...
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Alexis R.


Kelso, WA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 25 years old, working on my own metaphysical business & care for Little's on the side. Im currently obtaining my Certification to be a CBT (certified behavioral technician) to work with kiddos on the spectrum. I have experience with all ages, deaf, & children with special needs for the last 10 years. I'm not fluent in ASL...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alexis has been an amazing babysitter and I am sad to see her move. She has taken care of my 2 year old son for almost 10 months now. He absolutely loves and adores her. She has helped out with light housekeeping as well as picking him up from daycare....

Gretchen J.

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Laura C.


Woodland, WA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Care Provider for Your Special Needs.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My husband's grandmother lived with us for 2 years and needed 24 hour supervision. She had dementia and was ailing in her health. She was in her 90's at the time. Also, my mother lived with us before her death and it was such an honor for our family. The elderly can be so full of wisdom.
Laura can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, errands, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Whitney K.


Kelso, WA

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Kind, Caring

I'm incredibly patient and kind and truly enjoy helping others. For several years I spent 5 nights per week attending to the needs of my elderly neighbor with Alzheimer's. I stayed at her house each evening to ensure her safety and that she didn't leave. In the morning I would assist with bathing, dressing, medication and...
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Angela W.


Kelso, WA

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Experience with watching special need kids.. specialty in autism and mental illness.. not available Saturdays as I go to church.
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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Pamela K.


Woodland, WA

$14-19/hr

Nanny For Special Needs Children

Hello! I have a few years of special needs experience. I have a cousin who has down syndrome and a 4-year-old brother who has angelmens syndrome. I have a special place in my heart for all special needs children and just want to give them the best time possible when I'm with them.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am in search of a full or part time job. I am 22 years old and have several years of experience babysitting my siblings and close friends children, including newborns, special needs children and twins. I have been hired from 4 families off of care. com and loved all the jobs. I am patient, caring, and love keeping kids...
Pamela can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Lily D.


Kelso, WA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and supporting children's growth. As a friendly and patient individual, I create a warm and welcoming environment for kids of all ages. With three years of experience caring for children, I am comfortable looking after three children at a time. I keep parents...
Lily can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Grace C.


Woodland, WA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

I am an experienced and enthusiastic weekend night shift special needs nurse caregiver who loves working with special needs and their families. I look forward to taking on any and all responsibilities new or traditional. I understand how important it is for parents to feel safe and secure with their children's care and I am...
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Brittany H.


Ridgefield, WA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hey there! I have lots of experience working with all sorts of individuals with intellectual disabilities. I'm also a Para Eductor at a local school so I work with these folks for a living! I also have a vast knowledge of skilled nursing so I'm very comfortable working the hoyer and assisting with more personal needs. Reach...
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Ashley R.


Longview, WA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Crafty Sitter

My names Ashley I am a mother of two and look for work that would allow me to bring my infant son with me. I also have a 6-year-old daughter that attends school I am available during school hours and could be available after school as long as my children were welcome to come along. I have a car that seats 3 in the backseat I am...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Shelly S.


Longview, WA

$22/hr1 yrs exp

Do You Need Help? I'm Here For You. Doctor's Appointments, Grocery Shopping, Light House Work.

I'd describe my personality as Positive, kind and caring, that's me! I like caring for seniors because I am always drawn to them, I enjoy visiting with them in social environments. So helping with day to day tasks to make their lives easier would be very satisfying. I'm looking for a job that would be helpful to the person in...
Shelly can also help with: Transportation, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Rebekah C.


Scappoose, OR

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

In-Home Support Professional

I am very passionate about working with individuals with special needs and want to pursue it as a career someday. I'd love to be a life skills or special education teacher. I have my BS in Human Development and Family Science with an emphasis in Human Services. I worked at HomeLife (in Corvallis) that supported young adults with...
I have grown up with disabilities in my family, my cousin has Autism and my niece has Down syndrome. When I was in 8th grade until my sophomore year in high school I helped out with Special Olympics and taught them that even though they are a little different doesnt mean they cant have fun and be themselves. I am a medical...
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Jasmine C.


Longview, WA

$16-19/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced And Responsible

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a long term nanny for a family for 3 years previously for 2 boys. I loved the experience and am looking to become a nanny again. I have the most experience with kids ages 1 1/2-12 years old. I have had experience working with special needs kids as well. I love doing crafts and fun activities with the kids, including...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kalama, WA

Kayana F.

5.0

Kayana was so wonderful with my 3 year old. She's engaging and fun. She was a camp counselor for a number of years and my daughter loved learning some camp songs! She's also been a youth gymnastics coach for a number of years, and my daughter was so excited to show me her forward roll after working...

- Lindsey G.

Teresa C.

5.0

Teresa helped take care of our mom for around a year. She was very knowledgeable and professional. She worked with hospice towards the end. My mom got along with Teresa. Teresa understood that working with dementia patients can be very difficult. She helped our family tremendously and I highly...

- Jestin J.

Alexis R.

5.0

Alexis has been an amazing babysitter and I am sad to see her move. She has taken care of my 2 year old son for almost 10 months now. He absolutely loves and adores her. She has helped out with light housekeeping as well as picking him up from daycare. She would be a great hire.

- Gretchen J.

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