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Special needs caregivers in Mercer Island, WA

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Karoline S.


Mercer Island, WA

$18-50/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny Experience With Special Needs

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Hello families, my name is Karoline, I am 29 years old and I have 10 years of experience with kids. I have been working with the same family for 4 years and have great recommendations, would be happy to share contact information. Unfortunately our contract ends in September and I'm looking for my next family. I am a...
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Emilee S.


Mercer Island, WA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Emilee The Caregiver Here!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Emilee! Im here to help where I can. I've nannied babysat, house sat, and pet sat for many families. I have experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers, and up, including special needs. I frequently volunteer at my church (ran vacation bible school) and with the special Olympics I have a business degree...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mara D.


Mercer Island, WA

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced And Reliable Morning Nanny Available Part-Time

Hello! My name is Mara, and I have over 9 years of experience working with children, including 4 years as a nanny caring for children ages 1 to 5. I started providing childcare and spent 3 years offering specialized care for a child with special needs. I'm a non-smoker with a clean driving record, spotless background checks,...
Mara can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

As a nurturing caregiver with seven years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and creative personality, coupled with a graduate degree, allows me to provide a safe and stimulating environment for your child. I keep parents informed through written daily reports and am very...
Guille can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Karoline S.


Mercer Island, WA

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help

I am from Brazil , and there I worked as a volunteer with special needs children, seniors and people with disabilities
Karoline can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
Skills:

CNA

Hello! I have experience caring for my grandparents and feels very well equip to assist with the needs of your senior. I also have expedite working with special need adults.
Emilee can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia, meal prep & more
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Courtney M.


Seattle, WA

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Experienced Nanny Available

5.0

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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Courtney. I have been providing childcare for about 13 years. I have extensive experience with children of all age groups, and children with special needs. I have worked at a children's summer camp as a counselor, so I feel comfortable watching several children at a time. I especially love working with...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Our kids love Courtney!!! And we do too!! It's very clear that she takes her professional role seriously. She loves kids and she understands them. We are deeply grateful for all she gives our family!!!"

Megan B.

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Chloe G.


Seattle, WA

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm Chloe! I've babysat all my life, and started nannying two years ago. I'm dependable and experienced, ready to be flexible with your family's needs. I began nannying with one family in Montana, I worked with them for a year. The kids are 10-year-old twins, and one is non verbal with Down syndrome. Working with kids who have...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Annika B.


Seattle, WA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A September Position

I have over 20 years experience, as a babysitter, nanny and preschool teacher. I received my training at the preschool owned and operated by Princeton University. I have a B. A. in English Literature and Art History from Hobart and William Smith Colleges. I have experience taking care of children aged 3 months and up, as well...
Annika can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

3.0
"We were so excited after our phone interview with Annika, truly a great conversation... but she cancelled both times when we had scheduled to meet in-person to see if she'd be a good fit for a long term nanny role. Her background sounds amazing, but we need someone...

Whitney W.

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Brenda K.


Kirkland, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time-full Time Nanny

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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & 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.

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Erica C.


Seattle, WA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Childcare Professional

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello beautiful families! I am Erica and I have more than 5 years of experience taking care and giving love to the little ones. I consider myself an attentive and loving care taker. I am responsible, curious, organized, enthusiastic and very patient and I have no problems with pets. I worked in Brazil taking care of kids...
Erica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Erica looked after our 2 year old on a few occasions and was a pleasure to work with. Punctual, organized, friendly and most importantly fantastic with our boy. She also worked with another family during that time and our kids often saw her with our nanny and had a...

Chloe G.

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Derika M.


Seattle, WA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I adore kids of all ages and enjoy being in their company. They bring out the fun, silly, and compassionate side of me. I've been a babysitter on care. com for 4 years now & 7 years overall. Last summer I worked with kids with special needs and disabilities. I was in charge of activities, preparing meals for the kids and looking...
5.0
"Derika was very warm and loving with my baby, who seemed so happy and relaxed with Derika. She was very quick to respond to my messages and showed up on time. "

Amelia H.

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Chantel M.


Seattle, WA

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny With MA In Art Therapy And LPC

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked at a school for children with special needs for the last 4 years and I have been nannying part time as well for a family with 3 children for almost 5 years.
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Irene K.


Renton, WA

$24-42/hr5 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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Nguyen N.


Seattle, WA

$34-36/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am a mature, responsible and reliable nanny with 10 years experience. I have experience with kids from newborn to 12-year-old. I have the most experience with infants and toddlers. I simply love children, love caring for them and find them fascinating, and I am seeking further nanny work to continue doing what I love and...
Nguyen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Rinny took care of my toddler for an afternoon and we're excited to have her back soon! She was professional and paid attention to all important information about our kiddo and our house. She immediately made friends with our kid and put him right at ease. She was...

Maya R.

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Alexandra P.


Bellevue, WA

$29/hr5 yrs exp

Flexible & Accommodating Sitter With Ample Availability Looking For Part-Time Job.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

**Please note: I am currently working a full-time job and am only available for one-time jobs at this time.** Hi, I'm Ali! I have over 4 years of experience and have worked with a variety of families. I have cared for newborns, teens with special needs, and every age in between. I started as a nanny for two kids one summer....
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ali Is my three-year-old son's absolute favorite babysitter! She is very attentive to him and knows how to play with young boys and get their energy out. She sing him songs and will play silly games like hide and seek with him! She takes amazing care of him while...

Carolyn P.

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Nabila N.


Renton, WA

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

I Have Experience With My Special Needs Son

I am a mom of an autistic boy. I understand what you feel as a parent. I can help you.
5.0
"Nabila is very nice,sweet,creative and friendly person.. happy and smiling all the time..talking to her will give you a positive energy... When it is come to kids she is very worm and lovely ..like a second mom I know her since my first baby born 7 years...

Karima E.

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Brianna L.


Seattle, WA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitting Or Nannying For College Grad

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Being the oldest child , I have had experience being around children for more than half of my life. Growing up I was the extra set of hands, the extra parent that was needed in order to help my parents with daily tasks. Being around kids is a norm that I feel comfortable with and I genuinely enjoy being around them and feel that...
Brianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Brianna was our regular family babysitter and bedtime helper for three kids under 5YO for one year until we (sadly) moved. She is reliable, caring, and fun!"

Monika C.

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Sarah D.


Seattle, WA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Loving, CPR And First Aid Certified Nanny With Experience Seeks Part Time Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sarah. I am 33 years old. I am a Registered Behavioral Therapist. I really love working with kids. I have experience with infants as young as 1-month-old and kids as old as 17. I am comfortable caring for children with or without special needs. socialization and learning through play are extremely important in...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Sarah is an amazing caregiver and one of the best that worked for me. She is genuinely enthusiastic about kids, responsible, punctual, and offered my daughter great social interaction, which built her confidence and social skills. I highly recommend Sarah to take...

Yuki Y.

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Nabila N.


Renton, WA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

10 years experience as a babysitter . I speak Arabic, French and English. I have experience with special need kids.
Nabila can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nabila cared for our daughter when she was a baby and was wonderful. They were always playing and singing and laughing. She also did our daughter's laundry, which was a huge help to use because our baby had reflux and spit up a lot. Nabila is warm and caring and...

Alex C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mercer Island, WA

Courtney M.

5.0

Our kids love Courtney!!! And we do too!! It's very clear that she takes her professional role seriously. She loves kids and she understands them. We are deeply grateful for all she gives our family!!!

- Megan B.

Annika B.

3.0

We were so excited after our phone interview with Annika, truly a great conversation... but she cancelled both times when we had scheduled to meet in-person to see if she'd be a good fit for a long term nanny role. Her background sounds amazing, but we need someone that can dependably show up.

- Whitney W.

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.

Erica C.

5.0

Erica is fantastic! She is the total package when it comes to a caregiver - responsible, responsive, positive attitude, thinks holistically about the child's well-being, and our child loved her. We always look forward to when we'll see her next.

- Jason J.

Derika M.

5.0

Derika saved our weekend! We were in Seattle for a family vacation. She made an putting for the adults possible after responding to a last minute plea for a babysitter. She was very friendly and punctual. She had activities to do with a 9 and 6 year old. They absolutely adored her. She focused on...

- Leslie B.

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