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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Meridian, ID
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Meridian, ID
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a student at Boise State University. I am majoring in Special Education and Elementary Education. I am also minoring in American Sign Language. I have helped raise my blind nephew for the last couple of years and have been around and involved in the special education community as well as the deaf community. I have...
Beth C.
Meridian, ID
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Nurse And Mom Of 6 Will Take Care Of Your Children Like Her Own
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love children and strive to provide care and household mgmt. in the same way you do so that the transition is smooth for all of us. I have extensive experience raising my own 7 children, ages 10-32, as well as babysitting since age 10 and many volunteer positions with children. I have served in the nursery at our church and...
Beth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Beth has been my son's babysitter for almost a year now, and she's THE BEST!! My son adores her and loves spending time with her. During summer she takes him to the park, zoo, outdoor activities. I have a complex work schedule but she's always understanding and...
Stella D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been nannying for over 10 years with experience in both Idaho and California. I have nannied for children as young as 3 months and as old and 17 years old. I have experience working with children with special needs as well. I adore children, think that we can all teach them so much, yet also have a lot to learn from them....
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley is a rock-star. She is so friendly and caring. she has helped watch my dog while we were on a family vacation, she doesn't just lock herself up in the house and let the kids do whatever they want, she takes the time to take the kids to the park and make...
Paulette C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience caring for children of all ages. For the last 3 years, I have been teaching Health and Nutrition at a private high school in Meridian. So helping with any type of school work is something that can be done. I have nannied during the summer and school year which has included taking children to and from extra...
Karis can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karis is amazing and the very best nanny we have had! She took care of my 7-year old son after school. She is reliable and punctual, and has a clean driving record. My son absolutely adored her, and he is a tough critic. She was wonderful at interacting with him,...
Sheila F.
Kayla B.
Meridian, ID
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Care Provider For Those With And Without Special Needs
I am currently a special education teacher for students with moderate to severe disabilities and looking for some extra work to make some extra money. I have worked with children that have various disabilities and I am a fast learner and have a great amount of patience. Working with children will always be my passion through the...
Karis L.
Meridian, ID
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Karis, I am a recent graduate of Idaho State University, with a degree in Dietetics. I have recently moved back to the Boise area and am looking for a part time position to supplement my teaching position. I have experience working with young adults/teens with physical and developmental disabilities. I am CPR, first...
Hayden H.
Meridian, ID
$17-26/hr • 3 yrs exp
I took exceptionalities in high school for 3 year helping students with disabilities. I loved helping the kids do school work, art projects and gym class!
Ashley P.
Meridian, ID
$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I was recently taken into the field of Autism with a job offer to do ABA therapy.
Applied behavior analysis provides one on one care with autistic individuals, helping them reach and exceed goals in behavior, social and verbal communication. I have been able to implement behavior plans, as well as run goals with clients daily....
Amanda H.
Meridian, ID
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
I work full time during the week as a private duty nurse taking care of special needs kids! I enjoy kids and willing to help however I can!
I am a married, mother of 3 adult children. Most of my adult life I have able to dedicate my time to being at stay at home mother working part time at my children's schools as an elementary teaching assistant and or preschool teacher. I have some experience working in classrooms with developmentally delayed preschool age...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Child focused Nanny with over 10 years experience with newborns and school aged children within private homes settings. Highly dedicated to fostering nurturing environments and planning engaging activities to drive children's social and intellectual well being.
I have also privately tutored special needs children and adults for...
Alisia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I believe that a babysitter plays a very important role in a child's life. Therefore I treat all children as if they were my own. I strive to creat long-term relationship with families post childcare needs. I have 5 years of experience as a nanny. I enjoy being around kids of all ages, sharing new experiences with them, and...
Aibrey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Kaitlyn P.
Meridian, ID
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kaitlyn, I am 26 years old. I relocated from Columbus Ohio down here to Bonita Springs and love it.
I have 5 years of babysitting/nannying experience, with kids of all ages, newborn+, including kids with special needs. I love going to the park/playing outside, playing games, reading books, watching Disney...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hayden H.
Meridian, ID
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I love to be around kids and have babysat for years! I have babysat for families of 5, special needs and infants. I love making kids laugh and I absolutely love to cook:) I just moved to Idaho from Arizona but I'm originally from Montana. I was basically a personal assistant for my last family since their kids were older but had...
Hayden can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Krissy L.
Boise, ID
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 20 plus years in 3 states California, Las Vegas, Idaho retired 911 Dispatcher and mother of 3 adult children.
My passion is caring for people in every way possible from saving lives through a phone or taking care of the elderly or special needs, ranging from Down syndrome to high & low functioning autism.
And also even...
5.0
"Krissy is a people please and enjoys helping people out. Krissy also knows what it takes to make relationships work by going above and beyond to make a difference in people's lives. Krissy takes pride in all she does and strives to make the world a better place for...
Gilbert R.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
There is nothing I love more than working with kids. I have several years of experience nannying and tutoring. I have worked with typical as well as special needs and ESL children. I have worked with every age group, from newborns to teenagers, and I love them all. I am fluent in Spanish and would love the chance to help with...
Sierra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sierra was amazing and helped care for our children during the COVID pandemic which was a really difficult and demanding time. She helped stay on top of their school work and transportation and helped cook meals too. We really enjoyed having her and her adorable...
Cherie H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Duties included; transportation, playing music, meditation, tutoring, spending time in the park etc. I am passionate about what I do because I love people of different kind and with different challenges. My goal is to make a difference in their life by being a positive example.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Senior and special needs care, changing, bathing, feeding, medication management, first aid certification, keep physically active, light house work, dishes, cooking, laundry etc..
Medea can also help with: Home modification, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Elizabeth Y.
Boise, ID
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver/Nanny With 30 Years Experience, In Boise, Seeking Part or Full-Time Opportunity
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been in child care for over 30 years. I have 1 adult son, was a stay-at-home mom until age 6. I worked as an Admin Asst & had the opportunity to work remote, which gave me the freedom to home-school him from 7th-12th grade.
I love children, to interact & teach, provide a safe, secure, & fun environment. I am dependable,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
4.0
"Our daughter and son liked spending time with Betsy."
Cheryl C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have four wonderful daughters of my own and love every minute of it! I've worked in daycare, assistant living facilities and I just spent the last few years working with adults with disabilities! I love it! every minute of it! I have a daughter with Rett Syndrome and that is why I have decided to open my home for children and...
Kassie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Trust is not easily obtained, but she earned mine with ease."
Stephen M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Meridian, ID
Beth C.
5.0
Beth has been my son's babysitter for almost a year now, and she's THE BEST!! My son adores her and loves spending time with her. During summer she takes him to the park, zoo, outdoor activities. I have a complex work schedule but she's always understanding and willing to work with me. I'm a first...
- Stella D.
Ashley P.
5.0
Ashley is a rock-star. She is so friendly and caring. she has helped watch my dog while we were on a family vacation, she doesn't just lock herself up in the house and let the kids do whatever they want, she takes the time to take the kids to the park and make sure they are having a good time...
- Paulette C.
Karis L.
5.0
Karis is amazing and the very best nanny we have had! She took care of my 7-year old son after school. She is reliable and punctual, and has a clean driving record. My son absolutely adored her, and he is a tough critic. She was wonderful at interacting with him, and engaging him in productive...
- Sheila F.
Krissy L.
5.0
Krissy is a people please and enjoys helping people out. Krissy also knows what it takes to make relationships work by going above and beyond to make a difference in people's lives. Krissy takes pride in all she does and strives to make the world a better place for everyone
- Gilbert R.
Sierra B.
4.0
Sierra did great with our little ones, however I think our two kids and her two kids may have been too overwhelming. She would clean while she was here which was lovely. She is friendly and her own children are great.
She did give us less than a weeks notice which was unexpected and didn't give...
- Nykol R.
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Ratings for Meridian, ID special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Meridian, ID are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.