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Tod G.


Orting, WA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Para-educator With Broad Special Needs Experience

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Hi, there. Why would you hire a male caretaker? According to author Heidi M, men make excellent tutors and child professionals. Many describe them like having a big brother for kids, and some children simply prefer their more active and fun skill sets. Single mothers also say they add a male presence back into family scenarios...
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Suzanne H.


Orting, WA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly, Fun Caregiver

I have over 12 years experience teaching ECE at Head start. I have also had my own licensed home day care for 4 years. I love all age children and enjoy doing crafts, building things, singing songs and spending time outdoors as much as possible. I have 4 grand children and one daughter. My 4-year-old grandson has severe Autism...
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Tod G.


Orting, WA

$14-19/hr8 yrs exp

Professional Caretaker/Tutor

Why would you hire a male care-taker? According to author Heidi M, men make excellent children professionals. Many families describe them as like a having a big brother for their children. Others say some kids just prefer guys for their different outlooks or skills. Am a professional para-educator for the District. Have six...
Tod can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
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Brandie P.


Orting, WA

$22-28/hr3 yrs exp

My Mission Statement

Hello! My name is Brandie Puryear. I am 49 years young and a mom of two. My son is 13 and my daughter 25. I have been in Homecare for a total of 8 years. I worked in an elderly gentleman's home most of that time. My client had some special needs and physical disabilities, requiring my assistance and companionship. I have...
Brandie can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Elizabeth W.


Graham, WA

$26-28/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Sitter! Bilingual And CPR Trained

5.0

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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! I have 8 years of experience working with children. 5 years working as a Therapeutic Lead Teacher, serving at risk children, ages birth to 6. Many which had challenging behaviors, special needs, or disabilities. I taught language, communication, social, pre-academic skills, and more. I also have experience...
5.0
"Ms. Liz has been wonderful with our 2 kids. She was very responsive when we initially set everything up, which was really nice because it seemed like a struggle to find someone initially. We have had her watch the kids twice so far and they adore her. I will...

Shauna K.

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Jodie B.


Graham, WA

$27-45/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Here To Help You With Your Everyday Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced caring for children, adults, seniors, those with special needs. Even have experience with pets.
Jodie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

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Bonnie M.


Graham, WA

$29/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Bonnie. I'm a retired grandma who enjoys spending time with my grandkids and family. On my free time I like to work in my garden, and yard. Some of my hobbies are crocheting, crafting and I love to bake. I have 30 years experience taking care of the elderly, special needs, and children. I also have 20 years...
Bonnie can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, home modification & more
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Mary M.


Graham, WA

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Young Exciting Sitter

Hello, My name is Allie! I am 19 and have been babysitting for seven years and nannying for the last 3! I love the younger ages, but I am comfortable with all. I grew up with a special needs sibling along with other members of my family. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I am currently a structured paraprofessional...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Raymond H.


Graham, WA

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

20 Plus Years Supporting Individuals With Special Needs

I have been supporting individuals with special needs for over 20 years. I intermingle supporting and teaching. To encourage the most independence as possible.
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Delana M.


Graham, WA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. With seven years of experience in education, I'm a patient and creative caregiver, comfortable caring for up to three children of all ages. My educational background includes some graduate school and coursework in early child development. I also have experience...
Delana can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Kaylana R.


Graham, WA

$18-26/hr4 yrs exp

I love providing service to the public, all ages, and all unique qualities. I have seen it all. I have 4 years experience in the retirement community, I am a licensed HCA, in home and retired community.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Camryn and I'm 24 years old. I'm currently in college trying to get my degree to become a Pediatrician. I have obtained 2 Associates degrees and I'm currently going for my Bachelor's. I am a licensed CBT in the state of Washington and work for Good Sam Hosp. I am a very dedicated hard worker, and I strive to...
Camryn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jocilyn B.


Puyallup, WA

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there ! I am an experienced nanny working with kids of all ages and "special" needs. A mom of two whom strives to create an atmosphere that is safe , happy & nurturing in all ways. I'm patient , calm but energetic , adventurous, & creative ! Additional CPR certified + FIRST AID trained to provide the best care for your...
Jocilyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jocilyn was absolutely amazing! My son loved being around her and her kids and had an absolute blast. He had so much fun he didn’t want to leave right away! Would definitely recommend Jocilyn! "

Taylor G.

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Lexi K.


Puyallup, WA

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a very outgoing, fun and respectful caregiver. I am responsible & hard working. I have about 12 years of experience. I mastered diaper changing and bottle making by the age of 9. I am CPR/FIRST AID certified and am Comfortable with children of all ages. I have about a year of professional experience in working with...
5.0
"Lexi was our nanny for approximately a year and a half while our daughter was 3-4 years old. Lexi worked for us full time, with varying hours based on my work travel schedule until Covid phase 1 in March of 2020. Duties included driving to/from school, lessons,...

Beth F.

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Leah S.


Puyallup, WA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Leah and I have been a nanny for many years as well as baby sitting since I was very young. I LOVE kids. I have been a camp counselor as well as being a preschool teacher at a day care. I also have a degree in childhood development and have experience in special needs. I love reading with with them,...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Leah took care of our two kids (1yo and 3yo) for over a year. During that time, she was never once late and never had any issues come up that required her to take a day off on short notice. Our kids enjoyed spending time reading books and going for walks with her....

Dan B.

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Sydney L.


Bonney Lake, WA

$23-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 nieces and 2 nephews that I babysit regularly. I have been watching children and family since I was 13. I have experience with deaf children and special needs kids. I am a mom with a little 2-year-old girl who was born prematurely and spent nearly 2 months in the NICU. I am looking for one family I can nanny for full...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My girls really have fun and look forward to Sydney coming over to babysit. She is playful and friendly with the girls and has them fed and in bed at the right time. "

Schelly S.

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Sydney L.


Bonney Lake, WA

$17-25/hr

Full-Time Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I took 3 Years of American Sign Language, so I am very fluent and willing to teach. The past year for one of my high school classed called careers with children I went to a first grade classroom and worked with all of the students, paying special attention to a little girl with autism. I worked with her all year and taught her...
5.0
"Highly recommend! Sydney watched my child for a week. She arrived every day on time. She was extremely responsive."

Scott O.

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Elaine L.


Sumner, WA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Grandmother Interested In Becoming A Nanny For Infants

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am working Monday- Friday in the Renton School District but am available in the evening or Sunday to babysit or nanny. I am a mother of 3 and grandmother of 2 and have always loved caring for babies and children for over 30 years.. I spent 4 years teaching children with autism. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education with...
Elaine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Elaine is wonderful! Elaine cared for my baby girl who is 7 months old. She watches her on Sundays while I'm working. She is always right on time. On morning I'm running late she jumps right in getting the baby up and changing a poopy diaper. She plays with my...

Kaycie W.

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Rachel A.


Sumner, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/ Companion * Not An RN

I am a caregiver/ companion and I have over 10 years working with individuals with special needs, dementia and autism. I take my time to build a good relationship and build on trust and respect with each person that I assist. I have experience in observing medications, meal preparation, household cleaning, transporting to...
Rachel can also help with: Errands, personal care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was an amazing gift for our family. How she cared for our mother with loving support and compassion left us at ease and knowing she was safe. She was extremely dependable and stayed with us for years, I can't imagine how we would have supported our mother On...

Denise R.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Orting, WA

Elizabeth W.

5.0

Liz has been amazing with our three boys! Her warm and caring nature puts them at ease, especially our shy one. Managing three kids under 4 isn’t easy, but she does it with patience and care. We highly recommend her!

- Care member

Jocilyn B.

5.0

I was very pleased with my son's care with Jocilyn. My work schedule is not a regular 9 to 5, so it was nice to be able depend on someone to be there for him and provide such a wonderful experience. I would definitely book her again.

- Lea K.

Lexi K.

5.0

Lexi was our nanny for approximately a year and a half while our daughter was 3-4 years old. Lexi worked for us full time, with varying hours based on my work travel schedule until Covid phase 1 in March of 2020. Duties included driving to/from school, lessons, meals, arranging play dates and...

- Beth F.

Leah S.

5.0

Leah took care of our two kids (1yo and 3yo) for over a year. During that time, she was never once late and never had any issues come up that required her to take a day off on short notice. Our kids enjoyed spending time reading books and going for walks with her. She was flexible with scheduling...

- Dan B.

Sydney L.

5.0

My girls really have fun and look forward to Sydney coming over to babysit. She is playful and friendly with the girls and has them fed and in bed at the right time.

- Schelly S.

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