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Sandra M.


Federal Way, WA

$24-28/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

4.8

(4)

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I've been a childcare & special needs care provider for many years. I've cared for healthy, autistic, developmentally disabled and brain injured children ages infant to young adult for several years. I cared for a born brain injured youth for several years who needed complete and total care. Driving her on outings was part of...
5.0
"We hired Sandra to take our disabled daughter on outings. It's been a great experience. I completely trust my daughter in Sandra's care. She provides me with a summary of all their activities, as well any other information she thinks I may need to know. In...

R P.

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Isatou A.


Kent, WA

$17-30/hr5 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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Xenia G.


Kent, WA

$17/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Experienced babysitter. I have 6 years of hands- on experience taking care of children from 6 months to 12 years providing as a dance teacher, in home children care and household manager. Kind and energetic individual skills. Focused on family values y respectful parenting. - availability: weekend/ week day after 5 p.m. -I...
Xenia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She is amazing, she is very patient, she is an incredible cook, she takes into account the children's food restrictions, she is very punctual following the children's schedule. Safety driver "

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Anne K.


Tacoma, WA

$30-41/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced and reliable caregiver with five years of experience. I have gained skills and knowledge in providing care to elderly and people with special needs. My in-home care services come highly recommended by my clients and their families.
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Courtney M.


Seattle, WA

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Experienced Nanny Available

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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Kathryn H.


Tacoma, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Autism Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Kathryn and I have been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for 10+ years working with children, teens, and adults with autism and other developmental delays. I am currently working as a high school special education teacher. I am available on a part time (evenings and weekend) basis as well as...
5.0
"I can't say enough positive things about Kathryn. She has always been punctual and reliable and my son lights up whenever she is around. Her experience with kiddos with special needs has made her an absolute asset for my family and my autistic son. Kathryn's...

Alexandra M.

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Allegra R.


Seattle, WA

$27-35/hr12 yrs exp

Artsy Nanny!!!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been nannying as long as I can remember. Ever since I was in middle school I was always looking after the neighbor kids etc. Then I began looking after families at my church. Since then I have had the pleasure of working with many families big and small from the PNW and Socal, my home turf, and have been blessed by the...
Allegra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Our twin girl toddlers always have so much fun with Allegra! She is a very loving caregiver with a lot of positive energy. She is also very creative with playtime activities which is refreshing. She is a delight!"

Martha S.

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Carly S.


Seattle, WA

$32/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Carly and I'm an experienced and enthusiastic caregiver. After college, I worked as a personal support worker for a child with special needs and later as an adoption social worker. I have learned to care for and connect with children of all ages and backgrounds. I have been a full time nanny for the last year and...
Carly can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Carly is absolutely wonderful with children and kids of all age. She gives them the attention and need they deserve and always puts them before herself. Her positive and upbeat attitude always brings energy into the room and is a delight to be around! The kids...

Taylor E.

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Madeline F.


Seattle, WA

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Punctual, Dependable And Fun!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting and nannying for over 10 years. I have experience with newborns through age 15, and I have cared for children in groups and children with special needs such as autism. I am a college graduate with a major in Psychology and a minor in Spanish language, and I am passionate about music, education, traveling,...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She's fluent in Spanish! Does a great job cleaning up after herself and the kids and an overall wonderful person. "

Darcy R.

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Shandra P.


Pacific, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Aid

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 10 years experience working in a educational setting. I like working in a diverse range of the population with adults and children. My background has been striving to give back to the community. I take pride and dependable and ready to work. Caregiver Aid: Prepared meals either in advance depending on dietary needs;...
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Rivkah T.


Seattle, WA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible, Fun And Hard Working College Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love to read, Draw and spend time outside. I am very patient and have experience working with children ages 1 month to 14 years including many children with special needs.
Rivkah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rivkah is a wonderful nanny. She cared for our infant for several months before we both moved. I wish we could have had her care for our daughter forever! She is punctual, responsible, and so caring and attentive."

Stephen B.

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Logan S.


Seattle, WA

$36/hr5 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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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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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Patricia T.


Seattle, WA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Bubbly Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have extensive competencies working with children of all ages and backgrounds; both from previous jobs as a nanny, and from my current place of work at Seattle Children's Hospital for the Psychiatric Behavioral Medicine Unit (PBMU). I was one of two Guideline of Care specialists for the ASD program from 2022 to 2023 before the...
Patricia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Patricia. She took care of my two boys ( 5 and 6 years old) over the summer. We found her on care.com and boy, did we get lucky. My younger son can be challenging and she handled him with such grace. She had days planned out...

Alma B.

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Alison K.


Bainbridge Island, WA

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Alison, I am currently a board certified behavior analyst for children with autism and other developmental delays! Previously I worked with adults with autism in Hawaii. I am passionate about improving quality of life and making people smile! In my free time, I love hiking, doing yoga, and spending time with my...
5.0
"Alison has one of the biggest hearts I've ever encountered. Her patience and deep, sincere care for children of all capabilities is outstanding. I absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for someone they can trust to care for their children!"

Sara A.

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Marissa A.


Renton, WA

$17/hr2 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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Salaovea V.


Seattle, WA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello. I am a mother of 5 children. I have been working as a caregiver for over 20 years on and off. I am very reliable and need less supervision. I have worked for elderly's of all kinds from Dementia, Total-care, cancer , hospice and not limited to companion. I am very honest and hardworking. I am very very compassionate at...
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Rhiannon W.


Silverdale, WA

$17-31/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Former supervisor at a behavioral rehabilitation facility for special needs children. I have worked with clients who need hand over hand assistance and clients who are diagnosed with autism and schizophrenia. I take pride in taking care of people who need my help. I help with personal hygiene, grooming, cooking, cleaning skills,...
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Sally M.


Auburn, WA

$21-36/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My goal as your Nanny is to take care of your kiddo's as if they were my own while making your evening less stressful & chaotic so you can enjoy your family. My previous family consisted of one son who was 4 mo. when I started. I have experience with special needs, potty training and sleep training. I have 2 adult children of my...
Sally can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sally is extremely dependable and talented. I can always rely on her for the best child care and pet sitting. She is always ready and willing to help with my household/child care needs."

Jan C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Olalla, WA

Sandra M.

5.0

Sandra provided an engaging and fun experience for special needs son. She will tell what she intends to do for the time you have hired her. Sandra has a clear vision of what to do & is effective in implementing it. My son was happy and safe in her care and I highly recommend her. Esther W.

- Esther W.

Xenia G.

5.0

She is an excellent worker, responsible and very committed.

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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.

Kathryn H.

5.0

I can't say enough positive things about Kathryn. She has always been punctual and reliable and my son lights up whenever she is around. Her experience with kiddos with special needs has made her an absolute asset for my family and my autistic son. Kathryn's patience and kindness show every time...

- Alexandra M.

Allegra R.

5.0

I have a back-up care benefit through work and caregivers are assigned pretty randomly at first, so you never know what you're going to get, but I struck GOLD! After the first day with Allegra I just kept requesting her back over and over. My son was 8 months old when she started with us and he...

- Kelly P.

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