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Special needs caregivers in Mercer Island, WA

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Karoline S.


Mercer Island, WA

$18-50/hr • 5 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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Mara D.


Mercer Island, WA

$30-35/hr • 8 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Karoline S.


Mercer Island, WA

$16-21/hr • 2 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, meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

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Courtney M.


Seattle, WA

$34/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Experienced Nanny Available

5.0

(9)

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, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I would highly recommend Courtney as a babysitter. She has watched my son (now 15 months old) over the last year when my husband and I have date nights and she is such a joy. She always arrives on time and follows our directions (bedtimes, food, etc.) and also...

Haley S.

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Annika B.


Seattle, WA

$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For A September Position

3.0

(1)

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

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/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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/hr • 5 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Derika M.


Seattle, WA

$28-30/hr • 10 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 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...

Leslie B.

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Chantel M.


Seattle, WA

$21-35/hr • 10 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/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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Nguyen N.


Seattle, WA

$34-36/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rinny was just a wonderful nanny for our 7-month old daughter. We hired her when we were in-between nannies and she exceeded all our expectations. She was kind, sweet, funny and playful with our daughter and very watchful, which I appreciated. I had a nanny cam and...

Esha B.

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Alexandra P.


Bellevue, WA

$29/hr • 5 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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alexandra has provided transportation and child care for my son and daughter. They really like her. In particular, she does a great job with my son, who is autistic. "

Marc S.

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Nabila N.


Renton, WA

$17-20/hr • 1 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/hr • 5 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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/hr • 10 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, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah is an amazing caregiver. She is very enthusiastic about taking care of kids and is very knowledgeable about their behaviors. Being very punctual & dependable, Sarah gives her best work to you and will not disappoint. I highly recommend her to take care of...

Yuki C.

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Nabila N.


Renton, WA

$25-28/hr • 10 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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She is a professional and hardworking person."

Mohamed H.

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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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Logan S.


Seattle, WA

$36/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter Who Loves Kids!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Logan and I am interested in helping take care of your children . I have lots of experience working with children from the time I was in 6th grade. I worked as a helper at my synagogue and was also a teachers aide at my middle and high school. I have babysat and nannied for people for 6 years as well. I love...
Logan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Logan is wonderful! We were looking for someone to help out and play with our daughter. She is super fun, energetic, creative, and kind. She takes precautions with COVID. She is present and thoughtful with our daughter. She is a great person and a fantastic...

Kara F.

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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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Ashley worked for our family for a few weeks (ages 7 & 9) and was wonderful with our children and with us. We clicked right away and she was genuine, honest, devoted and funny. We had hoped and planned to hire her on permanently, but were unable to due to a...

Amy 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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