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Special needs caregivers in Mercer Island, WA

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Emma B.


Seattle, WA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Emma. I was raised one of seven kids; growing up I was the family nanny! I eventually started my own business and worked for multiple families in my hometown in SoCal, before joining the airlines and moving up to Seattle. I have been CPR & BLS certified for 10+ years, I am trained in self-defense and taught...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Charissa W.


Bellevue, WA

$34-50/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years of experience working with children from newborn to 16. I have had 5 years experience as a behavioral therapist who specializes in ABA therapy with children who had Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have 3 years experience as a special needs teacher and tutor working with children who have ASD and other developmental...
Charissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kevyn J.


Seattle, WA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

A Bit About Me!

Hello there! I'm Kevyn, a 23yo recent graduate from Cornish College of the arts! I have experience caring for children of all ages . I have experience and am comfortable working with children have high-needs/special needs. I do rely on public transportation! I like working with kids because I love to help their young minds...
Kevyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Zandile N.


Renton, WA

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic And Fun Sitter

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm an calm , patient, energetic and loving person. Trustworthy and can work independently. Have worked at a hospital before in the pediatric ward. Also worked for a family with a special needs child .
Zandile can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

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Lindsay P.


Bellevue, WA

$20-40/hr8 yrs exp

I have eight plus years of experience working with children and youth of many different ages. I have worked with children in daycare, nonprofit settings and school settings. I have worked with youth with special needs and from many different backgrounds. I have experience with children ages infant through age 18.
Lindsay can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Hildah M.


Renton, WA

$26-50/hr5 yrs exp

Dedicated Caregiver With A Compassionate Touch.

With over 4years of experience in providing exceptional care to the elderly and individuals with special needs, I bring a compassionate, patient, and dedicated approach to caregiving. My expertise includes personalized care plans, medication management, and daily living assistance, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. I...
Hildah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, errands, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

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Margo A.


Seattle, WA

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

DSP

Hi there! My name is Margo, and I have several years of experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) while earning my communications degree. During that time, I had the privilege of assisting elderly individuals and clients with special needs, helping them maintain independence and enjoy a higher quality of life. I can...
Margo can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Mackenzie T.


Sammamish, WA

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Friendly and disciplined Babysitter with 4+ years progressive experience in nurturing and developing children of different ages. Detail-oriented individual who has a special talent for preparing meals and formulas, serving meals, handling children's overall activities, changing diapers and managing timetable as instructed by...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Brad K.


Bellevue, WA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Experiences Special Needs Educator And Mentor

I have five years of experience working with special needs students as a middle school teacher. I absolutely love what I do and value the relationships I build with my students. Every child is one of a kind, and I stridently work to understand the people I work with and respond to their needs accordingly. Whether it is in the...
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Indigo M.


Seattle, WA

$23-26/hr1 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as friendly, bright, and empathetic! One of my core beliefs as a person is that everyone deserves to be heard and loved. That is why I love working with people, getting to help them, listen to them, and laugh with them! In my spare time, I like to crochet, paint, embroider and sew clothing, and I...
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Kristine L.


Seattle, WA

$18-23/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate And Outgoing Caregiver

I am a compassionate people-person with a variety of care giving experience over the years. I am seeking to help an individual or family with care-giving needs. My experience has been caring for children, young adults with special needs, an adult with special needs and an elderly adult. I would love to be considered by your...
Kristine can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Ashlie K.


Renton, WA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated Support

My name is Ashlie, I've been a caregiver for the last 15+ years.
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Nicole W.


Seattle, WA

$35/hr13 yrs exp

Fun, Bilingual (Spanish/English) Responsible Nanny!

I'd describe my personality as responsible, fun and motivated. I have 13+ years experience working with children of all ages with and without special needs. (0-18). I'm looking for a job that provides a consistent schedule where I can spend the day with your kiddos! I started working with kids when I was 16 for the...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Annika B.


Seattle, WA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A September Position

I work for Seattle Public Schools as a Special Education Instructional Assistant, and I am looking for extra hours on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons and occasional Saturday afternoons and evenings. I have over 20 years experience, as a babysitter, nanny and preschool teacher. I received my training at the preschool owned and...
Annika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Jaqueline M.


Bellevue, WA

$27-34/hr4 yrs exp

Great Caring Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Jaqueline a 21 year old energetic and responsible nanny with a passion for childcare with special needs. With +4 years of experience in childcare and courses I have a well rounded background working with children of all ages. I pride myself on being a great communicator, ensuring that we're always aligned to create the...
Jaqueline can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Paula A.


Seattle, WA

$28/hr4 yrs exp

This Is Me

Hello, I'm Paula. I'm a passionate early childhood educator with 2 years of experience in a kindergarten in Colombia and an additional 2 years specializing in caring for children with special needs in the USA. I'd describe my personality as creative, proactive and organized. I started working with kids when I was in the college...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Aisha N.


Renton, WA

$18-23/hr6 yrs exp

Mrs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with special needs seniors for 6 years. I love doing it because it is my passion and I learn and gain experience out from it. Am a friendly, caring, loving, dedicated, reliable and dependable person and easy to work with.
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Makenzie B.


Seattle, WA

$21-25/hr3 yrs exp

Home Care Aide (dshs)

Through the state of Washington I work as an Individual Home Care Aide. I have primarily worked with children who have disabilities. Duties and responsibilities are vast and inclusive to what any child may need guidance or assistance with. I adore working alongside kids and family's and enjoy helping families with specific...
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Ester P.


Seattle, WA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

13, 417 HOURS PROVEN WITH CHILDREN BETWEEN 3 MONTHS TO 10 YEARS OLD SKILLS CPR IQ SPECIAL NEEDS EXPERIENCE STRONG DRIVER NON-SMOKER I AM A 26-YEAR-OLD BRAZILIAN. I AM PROACTIVE, ORGANIZED, CREATIVE AND A RESPONSIBLE PERSON. I LOVE CREATING ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN AND LEARNING NEW THINGS, I LIKE TO COOK. I AM EXTROVERTED,...
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Chloe G.


Seattle, WA

$21-35/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Chloe! I've been caring for a nonverbal 10-year-old with down syndrome and autism for the past year. I'm moving, so I'm looking for new opportunities to support families in the Seattle community. I have experience handling behavior challenges, bathroom/feeding assistance, and communicating through sign language. I'm...

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