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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Kirkland, WA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Kirkland, WA
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Destiny and I have experience working with children with special needs. I have experience in ABA working with children ages 0-25 yrs. old. doing both Natural Environmental Teaching as well as DTT and I love what I do! I also have experience working with children who are developmentally delayed in speech, cognition,...
5.0
"She was great with my special needs son. She went out her way to take him for his favorite lunch - Costco and had great communication throughout the day. I would highly recommend her for your child."
Nathan P.
5.0
(2)
My name is Rose and I have been working as a care giver for 10years in different settings ( 1:1 at client homes, assisted living and also in hospital settings)though it can be quite challenging, it gives me greater joy to know that am putting a smile on someone's face. we all have different challenges in life but just forgetting...
5.0
"Rose was an excellent, kind, caring, soothing caregiver to my Mother and sister while they were seriously ill. You will be fortunate to have Rose care for a family member."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Michaela and I am a 29-year-old, fun loving, hardworking, compassionate, conscientious married woman from Washington State.
I have experience caring for all ages, from newborns + for over 10 years! I also have experience caring for special needs children.
I have previously been employed full time as Nanny, and I've...
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were nervous leaving our son with a sitter for the first time but Michaela was great with him. She sent pictures throughout the night of them doing art and playing games. My son said he had fun and wanted her to come back. "
Crystal B.
Destiny C.
Kirkland, WA
$25-42/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Destiny, I am 20 and have been babysitting since I can remember, I have always been around kids and I am very interested in child psychology, so I know a lot of random facts about how their brains work and function. I enjoy working with families & creating a strong & healthy bond with them. I have experience with...
Destiny can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Destiny was amazing with the kids. They were fed asleep and the house was clean when I got home from my night out! Will use her again! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Children are thee most vulnerable and valuable things on earth, so some of my my goals are to make sure that they feel loved, cared for and safe. I have been working with children from the time I was 15. I have worked with newborns to children up to 11 years old, children with special needs, and siblings. I am infant/child/adult...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed and then hired Brenda for our two children (8 and 6 year olds) as an afternoon nanny. She was very responsive to our messages prior to meeting, and was very welcoming to our questions when we interviewed her. The kids feel comfortable with her."
Merryjane F.
Having experiences working with special needs children program in international inclusive schools inspired me in multiple ways. I have worked with special education teachers, speech and language therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist and art therapist, etc., in educational setting so I'm equipped with multiple...
Hello! I'm currently a special education teacher and have been for the last few years. I have experience working with many different infants, toddlers, kids, teens, and young adults whom have a variety of different disabilities, learning differences, cognitive delays, or health impairments etc!
I'm currently looking for a...
Hi all, my name is Cassidy and I recently graduated with my M. Ed in special education with a focus on applied behavior analysis. I have also passed my bcba exam but currently work as a special education teacher. I am CPR certified and background checked as I am a school district employee.
I am a Behavioral Therapist and I am kind, passionate, supportive, and I love to help children thrive. I have 6 years of experience designing unique enrichment activities that are all incorporated in play. I can turn anything into a game and being goofy with kiddos makes my heart so full! I truly have never ending patience...
I am a certified Special Education Teacher with 10 years of experience in the classroom. I have experience as a private in-home fundamental & elementary age/skills tutor. I have also been certified as a Reading Specialist as part of my teaching degree from St. Martin's University. I have worked with all age's special needs...
Charika U.
Kirkland, WA
$35-40/hr
Im Rika I love children, im fun loveable and a person that cares alot and always see the best in people have experience with special needs and they have a special place in my heart
Rebeca D.
Kirkland, WA
$26-30/hr
Hi my name is Rebeca I'm a RN in WA. I'm from Brazil and I'm currently awaiting for my permit, so I've been working as nanny and caregiver.
I'd be happy to help you with care, housekeeping, errands or whatever you may need.
No one should feel powerless or alone in their special needs. The bonds that form over time with client and caretaker are sacred, and involve every aspect of growth as a person.
-Stability for client
-Consistent hours
-Healthy boundaries
I am involved and interested in Land Back, decolonization, and acknowledgement of the...
Fedinard M.
Kirkland, WA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 10 years providing care to people of all ages with diverse levels of disabilities including: developmental, mental, physical, alzheimers, dementia and autism.
Allison M.
Kirkland, WA
$22-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello... My name is Allison. I'm in the Kirkland area.
I'm an HCA. I have experience with personal care/hygiene: dental, incontinence assistance/toileting, bathing/showering, dressing, etc. Being an HCA, I have worked with many individuals with varying needs... so, I am accustomed to helping run errands and driving to...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Certified Nursing Assistant (OR and WA) and Med-Tech (OR) with major experience with Dementia/Alzheimer's and spinal cord/mobility conditions, and broad experience overall. Facility and in-home experience handling full range of medication management including diabetes care and injections. Caring, professional individual with 10...
Alanna T.
Kirkland, WA
$38/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Alanna, and I enjoy working with people of all ages and abilities. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Education (Special Education P-12 and Regular Ed K-8), and have experience working with people of all ages and abilities, from infants to the elderly. I have been a stay-home mom for the last 20+ years and am now looking...
Hello! I'm a recent (2-yr) graduate out if college, with a BA in Psychology. I began my experience working with children, specifically those with special needs, mid college. I worked as a Behavior Technician (BT) in a clinic. I learned researched-based ways to handle challenging behavior with many clients (3-7 years old). I then...
Vickie B.
Kirkland, WA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Vickie. I'm a mother of two and a nana of two. I am looking for a long term position close to where I live in Woodinville. I hold a WA-NAR license and had worked for the last two years as an activity director. I am looking for a little slower pace position in life, so I can enjoy my family more. I have references...
Sky B.
Kirkland, WA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a patient, caring and reliable mom to two boys with over 15 years of experience working with children from infant to teenagers. I graduated college with a degree in early Childhood Education and am a certified para educator. I have worked with children in many roles; nanny, behavioral therapist, kung fu instructor, teacher,...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kirkland, WA
Destiny R.
5.0
Destiny proved to be extremely reliable and very professional. She gave 100% to our kiddo, we're so fortunate to have found Desinty to meet our daughters needs.
- Care member
Rose N.
5.0
Rose is a very caring and kind caregiver. My grandmother doesn't speak English and yet she is able to communicate with Rose and always asks when she's coming back.
- Care member
Michaela B.
5.0
We were nervous leaving our son with a sitter for the first time but Michaela was great with him. She sent pictures throughout the night of them doing art and playing games. My son said he had fun and wanted her to come back.
- Crystal B.
Destiny C.
5.0
Destiny was on time, kept us updated, and did a great job. Thankfully our son slept the whole time but we’ll definitely have her again
- Care member
Brenda K.
5.0
We interviewed and then hired Brenda for our two children (8 and 6 year olds) as an afternoon nanny. She was very responsive to our messages prior to meeting, and was very welcoming to our questions when we interviewed her. The kids feel comfortable with her.
- Merryjane F.
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Ratings for Kirkland, WA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Kirkland, WA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.