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Laura R.


Lihue, HI

$30-40/hr3 yrs exp

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21 years old Spanish girl with experience with Special needs kids. ADHD and Autism. As a caregiver with five years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children and create a nurturing...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kalanikaule J.


Kapaa, HI

$25-45/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Childcare Provider With Special Needs Background

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

In addition to my own 8-year-old with special needs, I have previously worked with autistic children (and those with other/additional developmental disorders) ages 2-18 full-time as a Registered Behavior Technician for the past 7 years. I respond promptly to messages rather than job requests so we can work through logistics and...
Kalanikaule can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We absolutely LOVE Iwi! She is an excellent communicator, she is dependable, timely, kind and SO MUCH fun! Our children absolutely adore her and we do, too. I would recommend Iwi to anyone looking for superior child care. We feel very very lucky to have her in our...

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Zina H.


Kapaa, HI

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

FUN LOVING & ATTENTIVE CHILDCARE

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Aloha, my name is Zina. I was born and raised in Hawaii, and I bring to you over 25 years of professional fun-loving childcare services. I care for children of all ages including newborns & special needs children. I am First Aid/CPR/AED & Infant First Aid Certified, and a former Licensed Day Care Provider & PATCH Certified. I...
Zina can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Aunty Zina was the very first caregiver outside our family members we trusted to watch our 14 month-old. Not only is Zina incredibly qualified, but she is simply a kind and gentle spirit who loves children. We felt 100% confident our little guy would be safe...

Rachel N.

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Kalanikaule J.


Kapaa, HI

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

In addition to my own 6-year-old with special needs, I have previously worked with autistic children (and those with other/additional developmental disorders) ages 2-18 full-time as a Registered Behavior Technician. Before working with children, I supervised a staff of 7-10 and rendered services personally to adults with various...
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Chelsea R.


Kapaa, HI

$30/hr8 yrs exp

I have experience caring for children with autism and other special needs. I also grew up taking care of my younger brother who suffers from epilepsy. I have worked with kids from 6 months-12 years old. I graduated from University of Hawaii with a bachelor's in Sociology. I have two dogs and two cats that I absolutely adore and...
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Johnna M.


Kapaa, HI

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

CNA

Aloha! I'm a certified CNA from Rhode Island. I have 6+ years of elderly, home care experience. Special needs care available. When moving to Kauai I worked as a home care aide, and then a private caregiver, I've got experience in meal prep, transferring, patience and kindness. I would love to learn and grow in this island!
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Lin S.


Kapaa, HI

$39/hr10 yrs exp

Degree In Early Childhood Development + 30 Years Experience

I have over 30 years experience, caring for newborns to teenagers, families, and children with medical challenges, as well as special needs children. I am currently available to come into your home and provide loving and trustworthy care. I am available for short term care. I look forward to hearing from you! Thank you.
Lin can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Rachel H.


Kapaa, HI

$25/hr20 yrs exp

I gained a sound respect and love for the outdoors and staying physically active. It's so important to take advantage of this breathtaking island, and I've passed that on to every child in my care-explore and learn how to be fully conscious human beings. I'm naturally nurturing and inquisitive, I have 34 years of experience...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Camie D.


Kapaa, HI

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

I worked with kids For my whole life. I am also a paraprofessional as well. I worked at healing horses with special needs kids before as well
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Erin M.


Kilauea, HI

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Learning Support (School Counselor/Yoga Teacher)

I am a licensed school counselor (K-12) and have a Master's Degree in Education. I am also a registered yoga teacher. I have several years of experience providing care and assistance for families with children ages 4mos-19years, including twins and special needs. My services include social-emotional-academic support,...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cherilynn K.


Waimea, HI

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

K Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience including kids with special needs. Currently employed as a school health assistant.
Cherilynn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Cherilynn K.


Waimea, HI

$14-15/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Kind Caregiver

I have 10 years of experience including kids with special needs. Currently employed as a school health assistant for the past 7 years. I am fully vaccinated and CPR/ First Aide certified. My rate is $40/Hr including travel expenses ect. Currently looking for side gigs doing what I love!:)

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