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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Peoria, AZ

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Peoria, AZ

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Katie C.


Peoria, AZ

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced And Empathetic

5.0

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Hello my name is Katie. I have worked for Caregiver of Arizona and currently employed with Arizona Autism. I have a heart for individuals with special needs. I am infant/child and adult First Aid and CPR trained. I have Article 9 training and Level One Finger Print Clearance Card. I love to do arts and crafts, puzzles, games,...
5.0
"Great service, goes above & beyond her duties!"

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Katie C.


Peoria, AZ

$19/hr2 yrs exp

I Love Working With Special Needs Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Infant/child and adult first aid and CPR trained Article 9 trained Level One Finger Print Clearance Card I love to do arts and crafts with my clients and to help them with their chores so they become independent. I am very patient and empathetic.
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie is very sweet, caring, liable and dependable. My special needs daughter adores her. Katie was very active with my daughter. Katie is very knowledgeable and always makes sure, she knows everything about your child before she starts."

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Jennifer C.


Peoria, AZ

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families, I have over 15 years experience working with children as a nanny and as a para-educator. I was a para-educator in Iowa from 2000 to 2003 for behavioral students in 5th through 8th grade and in MO from 2006 to 2012 for K through 5th grade working with special needs and behavioral students. I moved back to AZ in 2012....
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We needed someone part time to care for our 4 month old. We were sold on Jennifer as soon as we met her. She is a very gentle and caring person. Exactly who you'd want to care for your child! She was dependable, on time and listened to how we wanted our son cared...

Jenna T.

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Judah S.


Peoria, AZ

$17-23/hr2 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a young adult who loves working with all kids. I am clean and organized, as well as a productive person. I make everyday a day to learn something new. I am CPR and CPI certified. I have been working with kids for about 2 years and special needs 1. My goal is to give you the best services by doing tasks needed. I can also...
Judah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Brittany L.


Peoria, AZ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Brittany. My experience with providing care started when I began in-home health care for individuals in need for about 3 years. I've also helped individuals in a home with special needs and I recently worked at a senior living community for 3 years, and a home for a year with the state of MN. The children I have...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Brittany babysits my 10 month old son at least three times a week here in Maui! He loves her! She is always on time and always makes herself available for my husband and my ever changing schedule. She does everything from taking him to the park, feeding him,...

Kaitlin U.

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Deja L.


Peoria, AZ

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver/ Registered Behavioral Technician

Specialized in Autism and Down Syndrome. I have five years of experience working as a special needs care giver and 8 years of child care. I am trained in ABA therapy as well as behavioral health. I love to incorporate my knowledge of applied behavioral analysis therapy and life skill trainings within my care. I am passionate...
5.0
"I'd love to talk more and see if you will match with the babies! Email me at Jenmaggiola@gmail.com. I'll provide my number after I get your email :)"

Jennifer M.

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Riley S.


Peoria, AZ

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have been working with individuals with disabilities for three years now. I love what I do and the people I work with immensely. They bring so much light and love to my life. I have Article 9 training as well as Prevention & Support training. I have worked with a very wide range of ages, as well as a wide range of...
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Alyssa C.


Peoria, AZ

$15-20/hr

Special Needs

I have been working in child care for four years, one year in a private preschool and three years in the preschool that was connected to my high school! I love working with kids most specially with special needs and getting to know them! In the fall I will be attending arizona state university to major in special education! My...
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Alyssa Q.


Peoria, AZ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education Aide/Preschool Teacher/Nanny

Hi all! I am currently looking for summer part time work as I am a Special Education Paraprofessional during the school year. I've been in the education field for 7 years now. I have experience with a wide variety of ages and currently also work part time at a day care working with the school age kids! I am certified in...
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Diana C.


Peoria, AZ

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator, I Love Helping Others All Of Time, I Have A Lot Ideas To Spend Time.

I like to work helping people, I love seeing the impact you can have on a person, helping them to complete their activities. I am currently working one by one with an autistic girl in a regular class, helping her to participate in all the activities, attending her occupational therapy, speech, sensory and resources.
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Alexis B.


Peoria, AZ

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Alexis. I have several years of experience as a caregiver and babysitter. I'm a veteran of the army, and a mother to my 4 y/o son. In addition, I have experience working as a teachers aid at a high-school in phoenix. I'm studying social work and will graduate college fall 2024. I am CPR/first aid certified, and...
I have no certificates of experience. I've been around autistic and ADHD kids, I find them very loving and misunderstood. They just face extra challenges than we do.
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Savannah C.


Peoria, AZ

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Friendly And Patient!

Hello, I have worked with those who have disabilities over the years, of which I myself am a Type one diabetic and have no issues giving medication or care to those in need. Super friendly and patient!!
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Annalit U.


Peoria, AZ

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Kind, Patient, And Flexible Mindset

I have worked in behavioral health for over 8 years and have plenty of experience working with individuals in a variety of settings . I am creative, kind, patient and always willing to learn what work best for each individual.
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Hailea V.


Peoria, AZ

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

SPED Paraprofessional

Hello, my name is Hailea and I am 22 years old. I spent the past year working in an elementary school as a paraprofessional within the SPED program. The student I worked with last year had cerebral palsy, I aided with bathroom, changing, learning, and much more. I worked other children as well such as, Down syndrome, children in...
I have over 20 years of experience with seizures. I have over 10 years experience with diabetes. I have a 15 years experience with other peoples anxieties, and social disabilities. I have experience with Alzheimer's. I don't judge. I just try to help people.
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Aliah E.


Peoria, AZ

$15-16/hr9 yrs exp

I Only See Abilities NOT Disabilities

I am a recent graduate student at The University of North Carolina Greensboro with a degree in Recreational Therapy with the focus in Autism. I have a background in both child development and behavioral studies in children. I have previously worked as an assistant teacher at a school of autism, childcare assistant, camp...
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Brenna F.


Peoria, AZ

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

I have 6 years of experience in the health care industry. I am currently working full time as a RN. I worked in the Icu for two years. I have also been a care taker for a boy with autism for almost 5 years now. I can help with G Tubes, help manage diabetes and Ambulation.
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Trista M.


Peoria, AZ

$40/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Trista, I am a 1st grade teacher. I am very organized and great with schedules and time management. I am very good with kids, I love doing fun activities with kids such as arts and craft, and board games. Some of which include sports and the outdoors as well as reading with them. I have a finger print card, and...
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Lisa C.


Peoria, AZ

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am a Caregiver for special needs and senior citizens for the past 30 years. I am honored to take special care to this clientele.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Peoria, AZ

Katie C.

5.0

Great service, goes above & beyond her duties!

- Care member

Katie C.

5.0

Katie is our reoccurring weekend care for our 11 month old. She is so engaging and our daughter took to her quickly. She’s on time super communicative and it’s a pleasure to have her look after our precious daughter.

- Care member

Jennifer C.

5.0

We needed someone part time to care for our 4 month old. We were sold on Jennifer as soon as we met her. She is a very gentle and caring person. Exactly who you'd want to care for your child! She was dependable, on time and listened to how we wanted our son cared for. We will still be calling...

- Jenna T.

Brittany L.

5.0

Brittany was great with my kids. We hired her via Care.com and she came first for an interview and upon meeting her in person, I felt comfortable scheduling her to watch my children, ages 6 & 7. She took them swimming at the hotel pool and was able to put them to bed one night with no trouble....

- Lauren G.

Deja L.

5.0

I'd love to talk more and see if you will match with the babies! Email me at Jenmaggiola@gmail.com. I'll provide my number after I get your email :)

- Jennifer M.

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Ratings for Peoria, AZ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.4 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Peoria, AZ are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.