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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Peoria, AZ

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Peoria, AZ

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Skye H.


Peoria, AZ

$16-25/hr4 yrs exp

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I have been certified by UCP for the care of special needs and elderly! I am currently becoming an RN. I love working with the elderly, it brings me joy.
Skye can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Katie C.


Peoria, AZ

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced And Empathetic Caregiver

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,...
Katie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, transportation, respite care & more
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Stacy C.


Peoria, AZ

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

I have 26+ years caring for my son, who was Autistic, legally blind w/multiple health issues who passed in September. 3+ years working for Good Neighbors. I understand the need for families to have someone they can count on & trust with loved ones who are dependent. I also have experience & training dealing with behaviors. I am...
Stacy can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, personal care, home modification & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

I have never directly worked with the elderly, but I have worked with special needs children. I have done things that similar to what would be needed for care. I can easily be shown what needs to be done to better help my client!
Alyssa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, live-in home care, meal prep
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Kathy K.


Peoria, AZ

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Let Me Help You..

5.0

(1)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have experience in working with Special Needs I took care of my niece who has special needs she has downs. I have also worked in group homes in the past. I am a Type 1 brittle diabetic so I can cook to people's needs with their diets if needed.
5.0
"Kathy is very new to us, but what a trooper she has been in her first week of employment. She jumped in to provide transportation for my sister is temporarily in a wheelchair and unable to drive. Her needs require transportation to numerous appointments. Kathy is...

Becky H.

Laray M.


Peoria, AZ

$35-40/hr4 yrs exp

Nurse, Caregiver

I started babysitting special needs kids at a very young age and have been around children ever since. I was a pediatric nurse for the last 4 years helping families transition medically complex children (2mo-17yr) from hospital to home. I specialized in trach, vent, and G-tube babies. I have a baby of my own at home as well. I...
Laray can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Cheyenne S.


Peoria, AZ

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Enthusiastic Caregiver

I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, caring, and joyful I like working with kids because I believe it's important to develop confidence, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills early on. I feel kids should experience a safe and encouraging environment especially while their minds are still developing. I'm...
Cheyenne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Michelle W.


Phoenix, AZ

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Michelle but I go by Micki. I have about 12 years experience working with children ages 5-12 with serious mental health issues including autism. I am also CPR certified. My availability is flexible though not able to do overnights.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Andrea G.


Phoenix, AZ

$25-29/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a mother and a grandmother. I have been working with children since '98 within a school setting or as a social worker currently am a Patient Liaison at a Mental Health facility. I love children and have additionally worked w children that have behavioral difficulties (Behavior Coach, Intervention Therapist), special...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Andrea is very conscientious and present with the kids. Her extensive experience and training in child care and education is evident in how she relates and interacts with the kids. "

Malin B.

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Taylor G.


El Mirage, AZ

$19/hr8 yrs exp

Date Night And Weekend Baby Sitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I currently work for the State of Arizona full-time, so I love working with kids on evenings or weekends. I love doing crafts with kids, watching movies, baking, playing games and depending on their age, helping with school or certain things around the house. Taking care of kids has always been something I enjoy doing and I...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Taylor was so great! She was on time, super kind, and my kids absolutely loved her. She was interactive, played with the kids, and very engaged! "

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Anna M.


Litchfield Park, AZ

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have about 5 years of experience with a variety of children needing different levels of care! I myself have ADHD and ASD, and like to help children understand and learn about themselves. I am always open to communicate with and would love to help out any way I can!
5.0
"Anna is an amazing caregiver! Definitely recommend!"

Lisa H.

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Athena D.


Phoenix, AZ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years experience working with children, infant to 7 years old. I'm CPR and First Aid Certified. I also have my Fingerprint clearance card. My qualifications include teaching a preschool class for three years, home school teaching experience for one year and assisted with teaching special needs elementary students for...
Athena can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"As first-time parents, it was difficult leaving our newborn in the care of someone else when we returned to work, but Athena completely put our minds at ease! She is kindhearted, knowledgeable, trustworthy, flexible, and hardworking. She kept us updated throughout...

Cecily K.

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Ashley P.


Youngtown, AZ

$15-16/hr2 yrs exp

Dedicated Caregiver For 4 Years.

I'd describe my personality as happy and positive. I'm a very upbeat person. I like caring for people with special needs because you can see the individual growth. You can become a stepping stone in there growth. I'm looking for a job that shows me growth. I want to learn and become a better version of me and for the...
5.0
"Always on time, very professional and hardworking!"

Gabrielle R.

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Mary T.


Phoenix, AZ

$30-40/hr7 yrs exp

Fun & Experienced Caregiver!

3.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey families! My name is Mary and I have over 8 awesome years of experience working with kiddos. Currently, I'm working as a therapist for kids with autism and other diagnoses and part time at the Phoenix Children's Hospital Psych unit. I love being able to take what I've learned as a RBT and generalize that in even my daily...
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Keith A.


Sun City West, AZ

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Keith is a doctor and retired professor of Adult Learning and Development. He specializes in activities for special needs and senior men. *He is a private coach to provide stimulating conversation, memory recall, laughter, social activities with people in the community, and some light physical activity. *If home visits are not...
Keith can also help with: Transportation, companionship
5.0
"This recommendations is for Keith A., whom I have known for a number of years as the volunteer Adult Education Editor of a scholarly publishing house. His research and years of dedication & experience working with aging adults has given him a deep appreciation and...

Allen M.

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Lori O.


Surprise, AZ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Caretaker Looking For Full- Time Work

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi I been a caregiver for 20+ years I have experience with kids , adults and senior caring. I have experience with Alzheimer's, Hospice, special needs, Dementia, wheelchair bound and beddound. I help with meal prep, medications, doctor appointments and light house cleaning also with bathing, dressing. I'm a reliable and...
Lori can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Lori is sweet, experienced and I felt very safe leaving my mother in her care. Originally she was hired for part time and on call due to my mother being very independent in mind but her body was failing, eventually Lori came daily as my mother ended up bed ridden....

Jaymie L.

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Andrea G.


Phoenix, AZ

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Caregiver For Families Of Those That Have Special Needs Child

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked professionally with children with that are Special Needs on and off since '98. I am currently a Behavior Specialist. I have also was a Behavior Coach Social Worker and helped families find coping skills for their child that needed behavior modification in their private homes or their child's school setting and...
5.0
"Andrea came to the rescue of our family when we needed help with our special needs son. She was dependable. My little one had an excellent bond with her. Unfortunately, we had to say bye to Andrea due to scheduling availability. We wish her all the best; she would...

Linchen Y.

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Eastan D.


Youngtown, AZ

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Nanny And Babysitter Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a mother to three little girls I know first-hand how difficult it can be trusting someone else to care for your child(Ren). I am passionate about what I do and will care for and love your kids as if they were my own. I have experience caring for children with special needs, disabilities, or just high energy. I am comfortable...
Eastan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Eastan was great with my daughter, she was 6-7 months old at the time. She does have her toddler with her, but i never felt like that was an issue. My daughter liked playing with her daughter. She's knowledgeable on life saving and car seat safety and really has a...

Jordan W.

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Ciera D.


Phoenix, AZ

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am new to the Phoenix area. I have 10 years of experience with caring for children of all ages. I grew up taking care of my younger sisters. I've worked with infants, preschoolers, middle schoolers, high schoolers, and have experience as a full-time nanny, coach, camp counselor, and assistant preschool teacher. I also...
Ciera can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired her for temporary care of our 4 month old while waiting for daycare to start. She arrives a few minutes early so I can leave to get to work on time, handles my clingy little guy with a smile on her face, follows directions & instructions well, & responds...

Heather J.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Peoria, AZ

Kathy K.

5.0

Kathy is very new to us, but what a trooper she has been in her first week of employment. She jumped in to provide transportation for my sister is temporarily in a wheelchair and unable to drive. Her needs require transportation to numerous appointments. Kathy is happy to run errands, assist with...

- Becky H.

Andrea G.

5.0

Andrea is very conscientious and present with the kids. Her extensive experience and training in child care and education is evident in how she relates and interacts with the kids.

- Malin B.

Taylor G.

5.0

Taylor was so great! She was on time, super kind, and my kids absolutely loved her. She was interactive, played with the kids, and very engaged!

- Care member

Anna M.

5.0

Anna is an amazing caregiver! Definitely recommend!

- Lisa H.

Athena D.

5.0

As first-time parents, it was difficult leaving our newborn in the care of someone else when we returned to work, but Athena completely put our minds at ease! She is kindhearted, knowledgeable, trustworthy, flexible, and hardworking. She kept us updated throughout the day, sending us pictures,...

- Cecily K.

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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.