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33 special needs caregivers are listed in Kelso, WA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Kelso, WA

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Alexis R.


Kelso, WA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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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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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Alexis N.


Kalama, WA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

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, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & 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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Kayana F.


Rainier, OR

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Play And Loving Limits

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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kayana is very responsive to the needs of all children and works hard to have good relationships with those she works with. She is energetic, caring, and has an innate understanding of people. I highly recommend Kayana for any position she is being considered for!"

Akari A.

Hello! My name is Jacks. I have a passion for working with people! I don't have a lot of professional experience working with people who have special needs, however I do have quite a bit of life experience. This life experience includes caring for people with a variety of mental health issues, sensory processing disorders, and...
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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.
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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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
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Mckenzie H.


Longview, WA

$17-40/hr3 yrs exp

I have experience with children of special needs, example: autism, non verbal, cerebral palsy. I have worked in a preschool before becoming a stay at home wife and love to work with children! I am very positive and mother like nurturing. :)
Mckenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Having lived and cared for my grandmother myself who was blind and partially deaf and caring for my special needs sister most of my childhood, I can assure you that I am ready for anything! I have a calm and friendly attitude I am patient and have outstanding listening skills! I would love to help the elderly in an way I can!
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, visiting nurse
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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, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, 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: Errands, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
Hi! I'm Julia I have 5 years of caregiving with development and disability working with Schizophrenia, autism, non verbal clients and love making a change in someone's life !
I have 14 months experience offering direct support to individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. I've had the privilege of learning to support adults with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism disorders and cognitive and intellectual disabilities. I spent roughly one year supporting children living in shelter...
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Carrie I.


Longview, WA

$20/hr

What Can I Help You With?

43-year-old Mom of 3. 25, 22 and 16 years old. 16-year-old has Autism and Asthma. (now high functioning) 25-year-old had adhd. New to Washington 1 year ago. Looking for a new purpose and helping families in need.
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Carrie I.


Longview, WA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help!!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 45 years old. Been married 20 years together for 23 years. Have 3 children. 2 boys 1 girl. C 27, V 24 and J 18. I am the youngest of 11. J has Autism and Asthma. I have special needs experience. Including the patience. We have 1 dog, 1 Mustang, 1 Hal flinger, 1 Belgian draft and I drive a 4 door vehicle. I am here to help...
Carrie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kelso, WA

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.

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.

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.

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