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Alena H.


Phoenix, AZ

$23-24/hr10 yrs exp

Alena K- Childcare

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Currently taking care of a 1. 5-year-old full time. But he will be transitioning to school with his 4-year-old sister that I care for part time. Currently looking for full time (32-40 hours). I have 20 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. Was a nanny when I was younger and throughout college. I...
Alena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Alannah S.


Phoenix, AZ

$20-21/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I've been nannying off and on for the past 9 years, I have my government fingerprint clearance card to work with children and I'm CPR/First Aid certified. I also have a bachelors degree in human development and family studies and my full time career is in working with children with special needs. I love to nanny...
Alannah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Extraordinary nanny! My boys (4 and 6) are active and had tons of fun. They didn’t want to let Alannah leave, giving her tons of hugs and kisses. She took the time to understand our routine and what I want to get done. She is patient, interacts and focuses on child...

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Jordan C.


Phoenix, AZ

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jordan . I am in my sophomore year at Grand Canyon University, where I am currently studying Early Childhood and Special Education! Some of my favorite things to do are play games, draw, and go outside. I do have experience with children that age from newborn to 14 years old. I also have worked with special needs...
Jordan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My family had the pleasure of having Jordan at our home. She was punctual, reliable and receptive to learning how to meet my children’s needs. She helped watch my 10 month old boy and 4 year old girl. My daughter absolutely loved having her and was always excited...

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Beatriz S.


Phoenix, AZ

$30-49/hr10 yrs exp

A Reliable Caregiver And Your Child Best Friend

3.7

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. And I only have my own experience with my little at home but I have worked for Day Care's and many families long-term with special needs kids in from ages newborn to school-age I would be happy to provide my references, this is not only a job for me it's my career and I love what I do I am very...
Beatriz can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Beatriz has worked for my family since my daughter was 5 weeks old, at first she was full time but later my job turned remote and now we only use her when we need her. I appreciate her help tremendously and she always keeps my house clean."

Gabriela R.

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Katie C.


Peoria, AZ

$19/hr2 yrs exp

I Love Working With Special Needs Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Infant/child and adult first aid and CPR trained Article 9 trained Level One Finger Print Clearance Card I love to do arts and crafts with my clients and to help them with their chores so they become independent. I am very patient and empathetic.
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katie is our reoccurring weekend care for our 11 month old. She is so engaging and our daughter took to her quickly. She’s on time super communicative and it’s a pleasure to have her look after our precious daughter. "

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Kemora T.


Tempe, AZ

$15/hr3 yrs exp

I Would Love To Work With You

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as caring bubbly and calming. I like working with kids because they teach me new things. I'm looking for a job that gives me learning chances. I started working with kids when I was in middle school. In my spare time, I like to do nails and hair. One thing you should know about me is I have...
5.0
"Kemora was amazing! exactly what my family needed. Right at introduction she was confident with the kids and able to explain her background in childcare and her life goals .She was kind, comfortable, easy going personality and in conversation. My daughter...

Maurivel R.

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Jessica C.


Phoenix, AZ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

*PATIENT, EXPERIENCED, SPECIAL NEEDS PROVIDER*

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

If your in need of a special needs provider, caregiver, babysitter, nanny, pet sitter and any home care needs, STOP HERE, you have found me! I am an employee with integrity, intelligence, flexibility, ability to tend to house work and do it all with a lot of energy. I have been a babysitter since I was 11 years old; that's...
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Rhiannon H.


Phoenix, AZ

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Special People Are The BEST!!!

Hello! I gained my first experience working with people with special needs at a DTA in Phoenix arizona. After that I was hired by hand in hand and currently work rehab and habitation. I am trained, certified, I have a heart for helping people, I'm hardworking, dependable, punctual and honest. I can cook, do Laundry, run...
5.0
"Rhiannon was amazing! Her attitude is infectiously positive and she is always willing to go the extra mile to help out in any way needed. I would definitely hire Rhiannon again and was sad to have to let her go!"

Cheryl G.

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Joanne G.


Phoenix, AZ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Joanne G. - Work And Interests

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Care. com I am 27-year-old college student currently studying for a psychology degree online in order to work as a family/child counselor and therapist. I have a degree in psychology already, but am pursuing a higher degree. My hours are somewhat flexible as I work from home part time as a nurturing parenting practitioner and I...
Joanne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Joanne was our nanny for our baby boy from 8 month old until he turned 15 months (we left the area afterwards for work reasons). Joanne was a great nanny and friend for our son. She is very experienced with babies and toddlers and it comes very naturally to her...

Marina K.

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Gabby S.


Mesa, AZ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Gabby and I am a 29 years old. I live in Mesa, AZ with my fiance and pup, Roo. I am a current and active Licensed Medical Assistant with 10 years of experience in special needs, pediatric, general adult, and senior care. I have previously worked for a family primary care doctors office, elementary school health...
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Laura T.


Phoenix, AZ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Loving Grandma

In addition to raising my own children, I have cared for my granddaughter as well as had an in home daycare for the last 5 years. I adore children and have experience with newborns including some special needs experience. I have experience with 3 children at once including 2 toddlers and a newborn. I have been vaccinated and...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Laura is like family, my daughter loves her. Laura cared for my daughter starting at 6 weeks old and kept her 5 days a week until she was almost 4. The only reason we said goodbye is because we moved out of state (and my daughter was devastated). Laura is loving,...

Rachel R.

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Jessica C.


Phoenix, AZ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Adventure Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Aloha! I would love to be that quality care provider you're seeking. I have many years experience as a caregiver, working with people with disabilities and special needs; experience as a house and pet sitter; as well as household management experience! I have had 20+ years experience with childcare (infancy-13 yrs of age). I...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Jessica was extremely attentive to and responsible with our daughter of roughly 4-6 months old during the three months she cared for her 4 full days/week. She was not only extremely punctual and thoughtful about scheduling challenges we had but went above and...

Lisa K.

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Brenae H.


Phoenix, AZ

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Professional Experience: I have experience as an Elementary School Tutor, a Private Nanny and as a Lead Teacher in preschools. Personal Experience: I have been taking care of children since I can remember as I have been an aunt since I was 8. I have volunteered at a family-friends daycare center so I have experience with all...
Brenae can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Brenae has always been amazing with my children ages 9 to 10 months. She has been a caregiver to her nieces and nephews as well as my children for many years. She’s attentive , caring, and treats them like her own. She is compassionate and is also an animal lover....

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Karly K.


Phoenix, AZ

$24-44/hr12 yrs exp

As a childcare provider with over a decade of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children of all ages. I take pride in keeping parents informed about their child's day through written reports and regular...
Karly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Karly is so kind and always punctual with time. I cannot express how much we appreciate everything she does for us. Truly she is the sweetest most down to earth person you can find. "

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Maryann K.


Phoenix, AZ

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Newborn Care Specialist/Baby Nurse/Night Nanny/Postpartum Doula Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Working with children has been my career for 25 years. As a Newborn Care Specialist, Lactation Educator and Postpartum Doula, I can provide care for your newborn/infant. I will help your family with scheduling, education, support and sleep teaching for your baby/babies. I also care for mom and help with the adjustment of...
Maryann can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maryann watched my 4 month old son while I traveled to Phoenix on business. This was my first trip since having my baby, and I couldn't part in leaving him. I had Maryann come to the resort and watch him very early one morning and during the evening one night....

Julie C.

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Adriana R.


Litchfield Park, AZ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom With Over 25 Years Of Babysitting Experience!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Adriana I offer my babysitting services from my home in Litchfield Park. I have been married for 25 yrs and have 2 grown boys 24 and 18 yrs old. I have always enjoyed babysitting and have been doing it for over 30yrs! I prefer to babysit newborns since it gives me the opportunity to establish a relationship early...
Adriana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"She is very caring, kind , wonderful, attentive, loving, hard working, and polite. She will take care of your child like she/he is her own. Home environment is very loving and her family is wonderful ! We wouldn't know what we would have done if we didn't have her...

Katie R.

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Anita C.


Tempe, AZ

$20-45/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny/house Manager With High Qualifications Is Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Anita. I'm a loving and engaging child care provider. I have over 17 years experience teaching all age groups and over 8 years experience teaching and caring for children. What's more, I attended a special vocational high school for nurses where I was trained to deal with all kinds of medical emergencies. My...
Anita can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anita has been taking care of my son for the past five years. She has bathed him, prepared meals, taken him to and from school, taken him to the local park, read him fairy tales, and played different inside and outside games with him. In addition, she has been...

Rudolf K.

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Esther G.


Phoenix, AZ

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Full-Time Special Education Technician

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two children who are grown now. I am a Special Education Technician. I have experience in caring for children with special needs. I am fluent in Spanish, and it is a pleasure for me to teach them another language while caring for them.
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Cheri D.


Phoenix, AZ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Extensive Senior Care Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have my CNA license and love seniors. Most of my background, experience and passion is care for seniors or younger age with special needs.
Cheri can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Cheri was a wonderful caregiver for my wife. She is skilled, motivated, and glad to handle any task. I would hire her again in an instant."

Lee M.

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Heather L.


Goodyear, AZ

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly Evening/Weekend Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children off and on my whole life and truly enjoy being around them, playing with them, teaching them and entertaining them while parents are away. I am CPR certified I have experience with cooking for kids, cleaning, and getting them ready for bed, giving medications if needed and some special needs. Very...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Heather was amazing with my children. She has taken great care of them each time she came to watch them. Highly recommend using her. "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Laveen, AZ

Alannah S.

5.0

Extraordinary nanny! My boys (4 and 6) are active and had tons of fun. They didn’t want to let Alannah leave, giving her tons of hugs and kisses. She took the time to understand our routine and what I want to get done. She is patient, interacts and focuses on child development. Not only did they...

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Jordan C.

5.0

My family had the pleasure of having Jordan at our home. She was punctual, reliable and receptive to learning how to meet my children’s needs. She helped watch my 10 month old boy and 4 year old girl. My daughter absolutely loved having her and was always excited to find out that Jordan would be...

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Beatriz S.

5.0

Beatriz is amazing! She worked with my family and kids for years. Still occasionally helps out when she is available. She was always on time, great positive energy and attitude. She always went above and beyond to help when she noticed I was stressing out. She was a pleasure to work with and my...

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Katie C.

5.0

Katie is our reoccurring weekend care for our 11 month old. She is so engaging and our daughter took to her quickly. She’s on time super communicative and it’s a pleasure to have her look after our precious daughter.

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Kemora T.

5.0

Kemora was great with my kids and they love her. Super positive attitude and great interacting with them. I would definitely recommend her. We will definitely call her back again.

- Larissa M.

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