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Terry W.


Olympia, WA

$20-30/hr

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I have been a nanny for many years. All ages. Special needs children. This position sounds great, hours are perfect.

Kursta J.


Shelton, WA

$28-30/hr15 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/Childcare Provider

5.0

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Thank you for considering me as a provider for your child(ren). First, I am a mom and grandma myself. I have 4 grown adult children, an 11-year-old daughter whom I homeschool and 6 grandchildren (Ages 0 to 9). I started nannying in college while taking classes in early childhood education. I taught preschool and coached...
Kursta can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kursta is wonderful! Always on time, prepared, and really goes above and beyond with activities for the kids."

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Rebecca H.


Lakewood, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Love Watching The Kiddos

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Rebecca. I WORK FULL TIME as an Occupational Therapist in Tacoma. Currently I am available on an as needed basis only. I am looking for intermittent work outside of my regular work hours of 8-5 M-F. I have experience in pediatrics and child development and am very good with infants, small children, and watching...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rebecca has cared for our children several times and she is amazing! She is professional, prompt, courteous, and energetic while interacting with our kiddos. They always look forward to seeing her again. We've had a great experience and would definitely hire again!"

Amanda S.

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Shae B.


Lakewood, WA

$32/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Shae. 25 years old. I am from Philadelphia, PA. I'm an experienced caregiver with 7+ years experience. I've cared for all ages. There aren't any care challenges that I can't handle. I have experience with special needs children and adults as well. I cook, clean, shop, and help with homework. I'm also comfortable with...
Shae can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She babysat both of my children (14 and 3) and my dog as well when I went on vacation. She's my go to when I travel. "

Tyneishah B.

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Hanalee M.


Spanaway, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Caregiver

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Many years accumulated working as a Caregiver, CNA, DCS (Direct Care Staff), Residential Coordinator (Manager/Supervisor), LST (Life Skills Trainer), and Team Leader. Worked with Geriatrics, Hospice Care, Special Needs, Alzheimer/Dementia Care, Diabetes Care, Head Injuries, Ostomy/Wound Care, Skilled Nursing Facility, Assisted...
Hanalee can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Hana is a wonderful care provider. She is very punctual, responsible, communicative, and flexible when things don't always go according to plan. I had some surgery and she was very patient with everything, even though I had to reschedule and the medication we had...

JP E.

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Claudia A.


Yelm, WA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

About me I am really a nice person, very patience, happy, sometimes shy and quite, but just for a while, and organized person in matters of my job (working with children) funny, easygoing, with great manners. I like to respect your space as a family, your culture and be honest. The most important in my life is my family, which I...
Claudia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Claudia is absolutely amazing and we miss her so much. She worked for us in New York City for 2 years. We have 3 girls, 1 with special needs and she was amazing with every one of them. Claudia is a gem and I wish she was still in NYC to stay with our family...

Allyson B.

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Zenyth S.


Spanaway, WA

$24-40/hr9 yrs exp

Caring And Nurturing Nanny And Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I graduated from Agnes Scott in 2014 and my Masters at Georgia State in 2016. I have nannied with the several families from newborns to aged 12, including children with special needs. I have gained extensive experience with children with ADD/ADHD and autism spectrum disorders, through various jobs and volunteer opportunities at...
Zenyth can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

4.0
"I've use Zenyth so far on two occasions and I have enjoyed her services. She is very dependable, available last minute and punctual. I will continue to use Zenyth!"

Lellany P.

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Kissswanna C.


Spanaway, WA

$22-26/hr2 yrs exp

Patience And Consistency Is Key!

Hi I have experience with dealing with special needs children, as I have a cousin who is autistic and a family friend I used to care for who is autistic and non verbal. I understand consistency, patience, and a routine are key when dealing with kids or adults with special needs. I also took 3 years of ASL in high school and...
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Hanalee M.


Spanaway, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Many years accumulated working in the Medical Field w/Seniors and with Developed Mentally Disabilities. I have worked in Private Duty and worked for companies where I have Managerial Experience working in a 115bed community, managing its 24hr care staff/residents. Words cannot express how much experience I have working with all...
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James R.


Tacoma, WA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Happiness Architect: Building Joyful Moments!

Hello! I'm James, dedicated nanny with extensive experience, including special-needs children and twins. Raised in a home daycare, my mother, a devoted teacher, instilled in me a deep love for childcare. This upbringing taught me invaluable skills in nurturing and engaging children. I pursued child development at a community...
James can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"James is reliable and super attentive to children of various ages. Even in settings where is he caring for multiple children at once, he makes sure each individual child receives special attention and care to be seen, and heard. I am so grateful to have him as a...

Nandita K.

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Carly M.


Olympia, WA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My background is in working with youth, and I have experience working with people on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, ADHD and behavioral challenges. I am able to follow provided behavior supports. I am capable monitoring activities, preparing meals, changing of clothes and assisting in the bathroom. I have a very grounded,...
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Ingrid W.


Tacoma, WA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Cheerful And Passionate

I have experienced cared for Geriatric Patients with special needs from toileting, medications, feeding, transferring them from bed to chair or go outside for some activities and visiting doctors appointment.
Ingrid can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep
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Ashana A.


Spanaway, WA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Science Art Sport

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ashana. I have a BS in Marine Biology and a minor in Environmental Science. Babysitting/Child Care: I've been babysitting since I was in high school as well as working at a pre school and various education lessons for k-12 students and the public. I also have experience caring for folks with special needs....
Ashana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have worked with 3-24-year-olds who have special needs and cared for them. I would like to expand my knowledge and help anyone in need of help
Daniela can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
I'm 21 years old CPR certified I enjoy teaching and helping children I have experience with special needs children I can cook, clean, and run errands
Chloe can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jacci B.


Olympia, WA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Infant/Toddler Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of experience as a professional nanny/17 years as a mom. I'm a special needs bus driver in Olympia throughout the school year. I am definitely a "kid person". I love caring for babies and helping new parents in the beginning phase of family life. It's a passion and something I've had the privilege to specialize...
Jacci can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Erika P.


Yelm, WA

$20-50/hr13 yrs exp

Hey There! I Have A Bachelor Degree In Psychology,I Worked With Kids With Special Needs For 13 Years

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, patient, and dedicated. I like caring for people with special needs because they need support. I'm looking for a job that makes me feel happy I started caring for people with special needs when I made my internship. In my spare time, I like to played. One thing you should...
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Kiersten S.


Yelm, WA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Kiersten. I would describe my personality as fun, caring and kind. I am 33 years old, I have an 11-year-old son diagnosed with ADHD, ODD and is waiting to be tested to see if he's on the spectrum. I also have 2 step daughters that are 13 and 20. I started working with kids when I was 12 years old and could babysit. I...
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Hannah B.


Olympia, WA

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny With Medical Experience

I have 5 years experience as a elder caregiver. My most recent patient was an amazing guy who unfortunately passed away. I have my certified nursing assistant (CNA) certification, my Phlebotomy certification and am finishing work on my medical assistant (MA) certification, and am CPR certified. I also have completed two years of...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Kennedy K.


Tacoma, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Bestcare Provider

I'm very compassionate, reliable hard working, I treat my clients with dignity, very humble polite, and fun to be around, I work with all sorts of people having worked for 16yrs taking care of people have worked in Hospitals, nursing homes, adult family homes, one on one care in private homes

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lacey, WA

Kursta J.

5.0

Kursta is an amazing sitter! She is energetic, caring, and actively provides updates while she is watching your little one.

- Care member

Rebecca H.

5.0

Rebecca is a wonderful caregiver. I highly recommend her. She took care of my mother for a few months, before my mom transitioned into an assisted living apartment. Even after my mom moved, Rebecca came to visit and cared for her. I trust Rebecca, she is very knowledgeable with a flexible work...

- Cindy L.

Shae B.

5.0

Shae (Nashae) seemed to fit into our family dynamic from the first time we spoke to her. We put our potential nannies through a 4-step interview process (phone interview, face-to-face interview, check clearances and call references, and a training day (2-3 hours). Again, she met our expectations...

- Mary Cait M.

Hanalee M.

5.0

Hana is a wonderful care provider. She is very punctual, responsible, communicative, and flexible when things don't always go according to plan. I had some surgery and she was very patient with everything, even though I had to reschedule and the medication we had to pick up wasn't ready right away....

- JP E.

Claudia A.

5.0

Claudia is absolutely amazing and we miss her so much. She worked for us in New York City for 2 years. We have 3 girls, 1 with special needs and she was amazing with every one of them. Claudia is a gem and I wish she was still in NYC to stay with our family forever.

- Allyson B.

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