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Vera S.


Maple Valley, WA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Love Working With Arts And Crafts And Special Needs

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Hi , I am a fun and creative childcare provider . I have over 20 years of experience. I can help with driving and light housekeeping. Love working with all needs and having adventures outdoors and indoor play and learning. Lots of experience in personal nanny and daycare.
Vera can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Hello! My name is Anja (on-y-a)! I recently moved to the Seattle area and I absolutely love caring for children as well as kids with different needs! I am looking for some supplemental income to help pay off my student loan debt as I just graduated with my master's in psychology. I am a trained CNA (certified in CA) and have...
Anja can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Celica M.


Renton, WA

$35-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Kids Counselor / Paraprofessionl/ Office Professional / Health Room Specialist

5.0

(3)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of 3 beautiful kids. I have 4 plus years of experience working with infants to teens at the YMCA as a Kids Counselor. I have a Bachelors degree in Electronics and Communication nications Engineering and worked as a Telecom Engineer for 10 years before moving here in the US in 2009 and became a SAHM before working at...
Celica can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hired Celica as a mother’s helper. She spent half the day with my 11 week old daughter. She was able to play with her and soothe her and feed her without any help needed from me. She also tidied and cleaned while she was sleeping. "

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Erika L.


Renton, WA

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Not only am I an elementary education/special education major, my motivation for all of this is my nephew, B (6 years old, non verbal). B was born with DiGeorge syndrome, Autism, and several other disabilities. Over summer, when I was home in California, I drove/picked up from school, took him out to eat, and spent lots of time...
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Isatou A.


Kent, WA

$17-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I Have Almost 6 Years Working Experience With Different Diagnostics.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children and adults with developmental disabilities since 2010. I have mainly worked within group home settings, but worked 1-1 with each individual. I love working with individuals with disabilities because they have so much more joy in their life than the average person. I also enjoy working with them...
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Irene K.


Renton, WA

$24-42/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Am registered caregiver am very patient, kind and honest am good in Home management and care planning. ... Medical advocacy. ... Prescription medication management. ... Help with personal hygiene and care. ... Assisting with meals and nutrition. ... Help with mobility. ... Home maintenance and basic housekeeping....
5.0
"Irene is fantastic! I couldn't have found a better person to help me in the morning and evenings. I'm in my mid 50's and have Multiple Sclerosis. I am in in a power wheelchair full time and can't walk at all. She helps me with transferring in/out of bed, dressing...

Jeanne B.

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Rachel F.


Ravensdale, WA

$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced in caring for people ages newborn to seniors. Nine years experience with developmental disabilities; wound care, hospice, dementia, mental illness, and special needs children.
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Rachel consistently goes above and beyond as a caregiver, doing research and picking up extra shifts as needed. Her interactions with my granddaughter and with me are great, and I couldn't have been luckier in finding the right caregiver."

Jeremy K.

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Angela R.


Auburn, WA

$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Young Female Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny, an aunt to six kids, and a sister to 10 siblings. I have had the opportunity to volunteer and do missionary work serving children and their families. I am passionate about leaving a positive impact on whoever I meet. I am certified in CPR/first aid training for both children and adults. I have some...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Angela is a true asset to have for our family. She has never been late in the 5 months she has worked with us and our kids absolutely adore her. Her kind heart shows through in her care for others. We feel so extremely lucky to have found her!"

Sarah P.

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Rachel F.


Ravensdale, WA

$30-45/hr • 2 yrs exp

Compassionate Special Needs Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with everything from special needs children to hospice care for elderly patients. I have been a nanny to three siblings; one of whom had autism. I have worked with developmentally disabled people of all ages and I have worked in a nursing home where I became a med tech and was trained in administering...
5.0
"Rachel has been a wonderful caregiver for my granddaughter. Not only is she caring and compassionate, with a very good skill set when it comes to home care, she consistently goes above and beyond to do research regarding therapies and treatment plans to help find...

Jeremy K.

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Justin G.


Kent, WA

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Lifelong Loving Caregiver

I have 8 years of dementia, developmental disability, hospice care. And grew up around compassion care in my home life through my father. I have managed medications and employees on a professional scale worked in the home environment as well. There isn't anything I can't learn. My life is care, and I'm passionate about bringing...
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Marissa A.


Renton, WA

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Professional Certified Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Marissa. I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist. Often times referred to as a baby nurse (sleep training, bottles& baths, developmental milestones +) I have over 15 years of professional experience in child care. As a preschool, music, and art teacher, a full-time nanny in multi-staffed households, special...
Marissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Marissa was an absolute delight with the kids. She took time to get to know them and then not only kept them kept care but provided educational and entertainment instruction time targeted at where both were in their life journey. Not just playing games with them...

John W.

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Marissa A.


Renton, WA

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver/Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was an assistant teacher at a non-public school for students with disabilities. During my 2 years there, I accommodated students with a range of emotional, behavioral, and intellectual disabilities while utilizing trauma-informed instruction. With my years of experience as a former art instructor and P. E. teacher, I am able...
5.0
"The world needs more people like Marissa. I'd hire for her any position, not just babysitting. She took so much initiative to take the load off me from the second she entered my home. I tried to hire her as a part time nanny and almost cried when she said she...

Andrea E.

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Kayana B.


Auburn, WA

$33-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun, Dedicated Nanny!

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kayana, and I am a childcare professional with 7+ years of experience. I started at 18 as a daycare assistant and have since worked as a professional nanny. I have experience with children from infancy to school age, including those with special needs. I hold certifications in CPR/First Aid and have completed...
Kayana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Very prompt, organized and punctual."

Nadia S.

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Jessica E.


Renton, WA

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time (Day)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience with special needs people of all ages. I have 3 years live in experience and 3 years high school experience. I am loving, compassionate, and will make sure the needs are met for each specific individual I work with. I am willing to learn new things and am very honest about my work. I love caring for...
5.0
"Jessie is very responsible and flexible with different situations. She's always on time and helpful. "

Sharla D.

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Reann B.


Auburn, WA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Seeking After School/weekend Hours

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been a professional nanny, special needs aid and, housekeeper for the past 13 years - with the majority of my experience working with children ages newborn - early grade school. I also have experience with transporting/attending classes, as well as cooking, organizing, errands and personal assistant duties. Located in...
Reann can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Reann is incredible. She was a perfect fit for my son, who struggles with a couple of issues - she was patient, insightful, intuitive, and gentle with him; she also provided me with a ton of feedback and ideas for how to best support him, given her vast experience...

Ashley M.

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Ashley M.


Renton, WA

$29/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a 35-year-old nanny/household manager currently looking for a new family. I love working with children, my job is my dream job! I have been in the child care field for over 15 years, working full-time, part-time and on-call/as-needed. I excel working with school age children, special needs children and infants/toddlers. I...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Ashley babysits for my three young girls (ages 2, 3 & 6). She integrates and relates with them well, but also provides firm and appropriate boundaries."

Sara K.

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Janet V.


Kent, WA

$20-24/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced and Loving Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced Nanny who is mature, reliable, trustworthy, healthy, active, and believes in nurturing with lots of love. My disposition is patient, nurturing, caring, and positive. I have a natural love and respect for children, and a special love in caring for infants and toddlers. It's a joy to watch them learn new things...
Janet can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Janet was our nanny for several months and took wonderful care of my daughter, she was always super communicative and responsive and I would recommend her to any family. "

Shannon V.

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Kylie T.


Renton, WA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for a part-time job as well weekend jobs babysitting. I m 46years old. I have a 15-year-old daughter and a 9yr old daughter. I have 25 plus year experience with all age children from newborn to preteens. I worked as a CA at a private Christian school and loved it. I have experience working with special needs...
Kylie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Although we ended up going with another nanny, it was a really difficult choice. Kylie was very nice and open to working with whatever our schedule was going to be. I wish her all the best and truly feel that she would be a great nanny for any family."

Amelia H.

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Dimitrinka H.


Renton, WA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was an emergency room nurse in Europe for over 10 years. I have a lot of empathy for people, especially for the elderly and children. I have two grown daughters. I believe my experience as a nurse makes me an ideal candidate to care for people. I know how to handle situations calmly and without panicking.
5.0
"She is a very hard worker. My parents love having her. She is very versatile and has helped them a lot!"

Carroll O.

Hello, my name is Malina! I am a kind and compassionate person who loves to work with people. I am also very patient and understanding, and who wants to make sure people feel safe and comfortable. I have primarily worked with special needs children and adults, but I am capable of supporting anyone at any age.
Malina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands, dementia

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Maple Valley, WA

Celica M.

5.0

Hired Celica as a mother’s helper. She spent half the day with my 11 week old daughter. She was able to play with her and soothe her and feed her without any help needed from me. She also tidied and cleaned while she was sleeping.

- Care member

Irene K.

5.0

Irene is fantastic! I couldn't have found a better person to help me in the morning and evenings. I'm in my mid 50's and have Multiple Sclerosis. I am in in a power wheelchair full time and can't walk at all. She helps me with transferring in/out of bed, dressing as needed, light housekeeping,...

- Jeanne B.

Rachel F.

5.0

Rachel consistently goes above and beyond as a caregiver, doing research and picking up extra shifts as needed. Her interactions with my granddaughter and with me are great, and I couldn't have been luckier in finding the right caregiver.

- Jeremy K.

Angela R.

5.0

Angela is a true asset to have for our family. She has never been late in the 5 months she has worked with us and our kids absolutely adore her. Her kind heart shows through in her care for others. We feel so extremely lucky to have found her!

- Sarah P.

Rachel F.

5.0

Rachel has been a wonderful caregiver for my granddaughter. Not only is she caring and compassionate, with a very good skill set when it comes to home care, she consistently goes above and beyond to do research regarding therapies and treatment plans to help find new options for K.s care. I would...

- Jeremy K.

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