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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Olalla, WA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Olalla, WA
Jenny L.
Seattle, WA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Proactive Childcare Professional With Long Standing Relationships In The Childcare Community
5.0
(14)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Dear Prospective Family,
It would be an honor to be an essential member of your childcare team. My expertise is in infant care, early childhood education, household management of staff, personal assistant services, and home management. I am originally from South Africa where I received a British-style education at the best...
Jenny can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jenny watched our girls for a day and was excellent. My girls warmed up to her right away because she was so attentive and engaging. She left the house tidy and was a joy to be around."
Stephanie Y.
Kirsten P.
Bremerton, WA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I just moved to Bremerton a little over a year ago from Florida to be with my husband who is stationed at the base nearby. I previously worked with a child with cerebral palsy as a night/day nurse doing activities, preparing meals, tidying up the house, and spending quality time...
Kirsten can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's attentive, punctual, and seems to really care about kids in her care, goes the extra mile to make sure the children are taken care of and overall is an amazing care provider!"
Bert S.
Sherri K.
Bremerton, WA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I did my internship at a local residential facilty here in Ventura working with seniors and providing care for them. I went to CNA/HHCP & LVN School.. After that I went to work for the school district caring for special needs children with dissabilities.
Sherri can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a devoted, compassionate and trustworthy caregiver.
I have have 11 years experience. I have worked with several agencies, in facilities and and as a private caregiver.
I am CPR and first aid certified. I am also a licensed CNA
Some of the services provided are companionship, meal preparation, transfers, transportation,...
Catherine can also help with: Respite care, home modification, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
4.8
(4)
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
"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...
Esther W.
Isatou A.
Kent, WA
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Have Almost 6 Years Working Experience With Different Diagnostics.
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(6)
I am now employed with a family. I will be in magnolia Mon-Friday 7am-6 p.m.
If you need short term babysitting jobs on the weekends go ahead and let me know.
I have been a caregiver as a CNA for over 7 years with memory care, death and dying, special needs, and assisted living. I was a camp councilor for 2 years. I'm...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amazing with my 4 month old and 4 year old. She was so gentle and patient with my boys. My 4 year old said she was so much fun and that she was a ray of sunshine. As for me she’s nothing but respectful and punctual and does a great job with all tasks. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
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, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is an excellent worker, responsible and very committed."
Care member
Glenvette B.
Tacoma, WA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dependable Personal Care Assistant. Child Care Provider/Assistant Adult/Senior Care
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked with children and adults requiring "special needs" care. I have also cared for adult/senior & elderly clients. I am currently contracted with WA State DSHS Home/Community Services accepting new clients. I have a deep compassion for people and enjoy caring for people needing companionship, assistance and care. I also...
5.0
"Sherell has cared for my daughter since she was a baby. She is now 7 years old and has learned and grown so much under the care of Sherell."
Quiana M.
Anne K.
Tacoma, WA
$30-41/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
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: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Courtney has worked with us for the past 15 months and we couldn't recommend her more. Dependable. Loyal. Trustworthy. Kindhearted. She is truly what you want in a nanny.
We hired Courtney when our daughter was 4 weeks old, she has been with us full-time and...
Christina F.
5.0
(1)
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.
4.8
(5)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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...
Kelly P.
Carly S.
Seattle, WA
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & 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.
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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;...
Chloe G.
Seattle, WA
$25-30/hr • 2 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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My first name is Elliot, but I typically go by the name Mars. I am compassionate, goofy, and flexible!
I adapt quickly to novel situations while keeping a calm, lighthearted presence. I am not afraid to be silly, and will make sure I arrive ready to have fun!
I have worked with children of all ages & abilities. I...
Elliot can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mars was so great! They cared for our 5 and 2 year old for an evening. Our kiddos loved reading and playing with them."
Chelsea C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Rebecca. I WORK FULL TIME as an Occupational Therapist in Tacoma. Currently I am available on an as needed basis only. I am looking for intermittent work outside of my regular work hours of 8-5 M-F. I have experience in pediatrics and child development and am very good with infants, small children, and watching...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca has cared for our children several times and she is amazing! She is professional, prompt, courteous, and energetic while interacting with our kiddos. They always look forward to seeing her again. We've had a great experience and would definitely hire again!"
Amanda S.
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Olalla, WA
Jenny L.
5.0
Jenny was great!! She’s communicative, showed up on time and was available in a pinch. Our daughter loved her. She had such a quick bond with her she cried when she left for the day. I highly recommend her without hesitation and hope to use her again and again.
- Care member
Kirsten P.
5.0
Kristen was great with our 3 year old and very attentive :) We would definitely love to hire her again and recommend her to anyone.
- Li-yun F.
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.
Alison M.
5.0
She is so considerate and kind! I absolutely recommend, we need more like Alison!
- Care member
Xenia G.
5.0
She is an excellent worker, responsible and very committed.
- Care member
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Ratings for Olalla, WA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Olalla, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.