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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Olympia, WA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Olympia, WA

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Carly M.


Olympia, WA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My background is in working with youth, and I have experience working with people on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, ADHD and behavioral challenges. I am able to follow provided behavior supports. I am capable monitoring activities, preparing meals, changing of clothes and assisting in the bathroom. I have a very grounded,...
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Alexandra D.


Olympia, WA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I am a locally located state employee with bachelors and graduate degrees, and I nannied all through college! I continue to take on small care assignments since I miss being around kiddos so often! I take a child-led approach and regularly encourage them to expand their confidence and skills. I'm not afraid to get messy with...
I am currently pursuing my Master's in Special Education at Sierra Nevada College. I have had experience caring and teaching lessons to students with disabilities. I am very PATIENT, dependable and looking to gain some extra experience outside of school.
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Bethany G.


Olympia, WA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In my 12 years of experience, I have worked with children from 3-17 years old. I studied psychology with a focus in applied behavior analysis working with children with Autism. My work experience is with special needs and normal functioning children in a variety of settings. I love to find new ways to make learning fun. I enjoy,...
Bethany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My children adore Bethany. With her background she has been able to teach me how to pick up on some of my child's anxiety cues and my children feel very at ease with her. I would hire her as a live in nanny in a heartbeat if I could!"

Brooke M.

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Kaia T.


Olympia, WA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter :)

4.3

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have several years of childcare experience, from nannying for families, to working with kids with special needs, to practically running the children's ministry at my home church. Children are my passion and I love to work with them, help nurture, develop, and care for them! It's truly my favorite thing ever! I have nannying...
Kaia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Kaia is such a delight! She is kind, thoughtful, and quick on her feet. She is even tempered in stressful situations. She's super respectful of schedules, preferences, and rolls with the punches. I appreciated her professionalism, as well as her willingness to...

Sam C.

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Lauren B.


Olympia, WA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Lauren - Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 24 years old and just moved to Maui. I am in my last year of "virtual" grad school earning my Masters in Education with a focus in Special Education. I have been a nanny for years and previously worked at a preschool and daycare center. I have had a lot of experience with infants, toddlers, children and teenagers and have...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lauren is an awesome caregiver. My kids love her. She is professional, punctual, reliable, and fun. Any family would be lucky to have her care for their kids. I wish she was here to care for mine!"

Molly M.

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Courtney V.


Olympia, WA

$22-50/hr1 yrs exp

I work as a paraeducator with special needs students at a middle school in our area. I have experience caring for elderly.
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Grant Q.


Olympia, WA

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Always Helpful

I've worked in special needs schools at level 4 for around 4 years and below, I have a special needs brother that I've cared for my whole life. Super easy to talk with and super fun!
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Bethany B.


Olympia, WA

$22-40/hr2 yrs exp

I've worked as a residential support staff and caregiver for 3 adult individuals with both physical and mental disabilities full time for the last 2 years. Each individual has their own unique needs and it has been my job to provide them each with the best care possible while supporting them with compassion and positive...
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Brittney P.


Olympia, WA

$17-21/hr

Hello! My Name Is Brittney!!

Hi There!! My name is Brittney, I am a 21-year-old, active and loving young adult. I am from Texas, but was stationed here at JBLM, while I served active in the Army! I am a people person, I love interacting, talking, learning, and developing with people of all ages! While my experience with special needs has only been with...
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Sophie P.


Olympia, WA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

I'm a 24-year-old Masters in Teaching Special Ed. student who has two years experience working with children with special needs in both an educational and nannying setting. I love to craft, explore nature, and find fun educational activities for children of all ages. I am willing to do house work such as running errands/grocery...
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Macy S.


Olympia, WA

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, I've been a nanny for many years and worked with a child with autism. I love to help families out!! thanks
Hey there! Growing up my mom has been a social worker who works with kids with special needs, so I have TONS of experience from helping her, I assisted with many special needs carnivals, down syndrome buddy walks, and many programs and organizations teamed up for kids with special needs.
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Mikayla D.


Olympia, WA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

LGBTQA+ Friendly Babysitting And Caregiving

Hello! My name is Mikayla and I have been working with kids and adults with disabilities since I was 12 years old. I started out my experience working at summer camps and eventually worked my way up to being a camp counselor in my early adulthood. I also have a years worth of experience working in teen group homes and two years...
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Amanda C.


Olympia, WA

$17-25/hr4 yrs exp

I'm a special education teacher (OSD) who is looking for summer time work. I worked in elementary resource for 3 years and middle school resource and DLC for 1 year. I'd love to chat!
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Kendall W.


Olympia, WA

$22-27/hr7 yrs exp

I would love to help In whatever way I can! I have experience running and participating In multiple special Olympics program and special Ed clubs. One of my best friends has Down syndrome and I spent lots of time with her. I have tutored kids with autism and ADHD. I am very comfortable learning with patience about each child's...
I have worked as an Early Childhood Teacher before and l worked with children with special needs. I have experience and it is good to also learn more each and every day as you get to have more experience in the field. Children with special needs are to be cared for with love, patience, kindness and empathy.
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Jessica M.


Olympia, WA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Household Manager And Teacher

As an experienced house manager and mom of twins, I understand the importance of creating a well-organized, loving, and nurturing home environment. With a Master's degree in Teaching ESL and over 10 years of teaching experience, I bring a professional, educational perspective to household management. My ability to multitask,...
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Clarissa M.


Olympia, WA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Professional C.N.A.

I have past experience being a nanny, and I have managed group homes for special needs in the past as well. I, for the last six months, I have been a housemate/caregiver to a person with Down's Syndrome. I have now moved to WA as of 4/1/2023.
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Carissa T.


Olympia, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Experienced Mom, Early Ed, Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there. Experienced caretaker and mother of two, ages 9 and 14, one with ASD/sensory needs. Have been sitting since I was 13 and working in early education since the age of 16, as my mother was an early education and behavioral needs specialist herself. Have served as a longer term live-in nanny for two families as well during...
Carissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Olympia, WA

Bethany G.

5.0

My children adore Bethany. With her background she has been able to teach me how to pick up on some of my child's anxiety cues and my children feel very at ease with her. I would hire her as a live in nanny in a heartbeat if I could!

- Brooke M.

Kaia T.

5.0

Kaia is such a delight! She is kind, thoughtful, and quick on her feet. She is even tempered in stressful situations. She's super respectful of schedules, preferences, and rolls with the punches. I appreciated her professionalism, as well as her willingness to adapt as our babies grew and had more...

- Sam C.

Lauren B.

5.0

Lauren is an awesome babysitter with a very warm heart. You can tell she really cares for the little ones. She is patient and kind. She enjoys having fun with the kids and the kids enjoyed spending time with her. She is super punctual: there wasn't a single day she was late by even a minute. She was...

- Young Geun C.

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Ratings for Olympia, WA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Olympia, WA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.