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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Poulsbo, WA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Poulsbo, WA
Derika M.
Seattle, WA
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I adore kids of all ages and enjoy being in their company. They bring out the fun, silly, and compassionate side of me. I've been a babysitter on care. com for 4 years now & 7 years overall. Last summer I worked with kids with special needs and disabilities. I was in charge of activities, preparing meals for the kids and looking...
5.0
"Derika was very warm and loving with my baby, who seemed so happy and relaxed with Derika. She was very quick to respond to my messages and showed up on time. "
Amelia H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available for part time care looking for my next long-term family!
-15 years of childcare experience including newborn, twins, and multiples
-BS in psychology from UW including early childhood education courses
- experience with children that have special needs
-10 years experience working with children as a lifeguard and...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Taylor is such an awesome mom and nanny. I had Taylor watch my 2 kids (2 and 4-8 month old) and she was so amazing with them. She ensured their day was filled with music, fun activities, reading, outdoor play and more! She was also very good at giving me an update...
Jolene P.
Andrew H.
Seattle, WA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Andrew and I was born and raised in Washington, and I live in the Seattle area. Currently, I work with students with severe and profound autism, in addition to other individuals with disabilities at the high school level in a self-contained classroom setting. I also have experience working at the elementary and...
5.0
"Thanks for reviewing Andrew. We have had care from Andrew previously for my disabled daughter and would highly recommend him. He is thoughtful of the needs of our kids; emotional, physical and social support is excellent with the best interest in mind of the...
Brandy P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Nicolas, but you can call me Nico! I am 25 years old and hold Bachelor's in Psychological and Brain Sciences. I have moved to New York to work at Cornell's Center for Autism and the Developing Brain before continuing my education as a School Psychologist. I have over 5 years of experience in clinical, school,...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love children and feel a natural connection with them. With over three years of experience in various roles such as a nanny, lead teacher, and school volunteer, I have worked with children from birth to 7 years old. I hold an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education and I can create activities for children and help them...
Aimani can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had a great experience with Aimani today, and recommend her to anyone who is looking for a caring, experienced childcare expert! We have two young children (9 months old and 15 months old). Both felt comfortable around her, even our son, who was surprised to...
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Carly S.
Seattle, WA
$32/hr • 5 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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Carly was our nanny for our two boys for about a year. She is sweet, loving, and energetic. Carly was dependable, flexible, and most importantly trustworthy. She became part of our family and we are so sad she moved! Any family family lucky enough to hire her is...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, school-aged children, and those with special needs as well.
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Megan had an instant rapport with our son and it has only grown in their time together. She is a wonderful combination of fun and calming. She is also great with following detailed instructions and has excellent instincts for those moments when she has to figure it...
Paul W.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I'm Ileana 25, born a raised in Edmonds, WA. Me and my husband currently just bought our first home ! My past experience caring for children started when I was 17 years old. I worked at the a Boys & Girls club. This provided me experience with children with multiple age groups, special needs, twins, ect. I then went...
Ileana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Tarabella P.
Lynnwood, WA
$35-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Babysitter for Children Who are Deaf, ADD, Dyslexic, or Have Food Allergies
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with ADD children. I know sign language. I have Dyslexia but through years of hard work it doesn't affect me much anymore. I have had food allergies and I have taken care of various children with food allergies to wheat, dairy, gluten, whey, corn syrup, eggs, peanut butter and the like.
Ana P.
Seattle, WA
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello families, Part time or Full time!
Degree in psychology (Infants care)
7 years experience (new born, babies and toddlers)
Experience with special needs or kids with allergies (EpiPen)
kind, fun and patient
I believe we can provide a positive environment in which children can develop, physically and cognitively. I like...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ana is an angel! She came to our family’s rescue on short notice and embraced our cranky toddler with patience and warmth. We hope to have her back very soon!"
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Debbie D.
Bothell, WA
$25-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
"Toys R Us Kid" (but Mature & Caring) Exper. W/ADHD, Autism Spectrum, & More.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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Being a big kid myself, I've had success in dealing with children and young adults with many different physical and psychological issues. Although I have not done special needs as a living, my background is well-sprinkled with good, hands-on experience.
I was a CNA, the Business Mgr. of a large...
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Destiny C.
Kirkland, WA
$25-42/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Destiny, I am 20 and have been babysitting since I can remember, I have always been around kids and I am very interested in child psychology, so I know a lot of random facts about how their brains work and function. I enjoy working with families & creating a strong & healthy bond with them. I have experience with...
Destiny can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Destiny was amazing with the kids. They were fed asleep and the house was clean when I got home from my night out! Will use her again! "
Care member
3.8
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Aleea. Passionate in early childhood development. I've worked with all ages including special needs and ready to offer care.
I have 6 years of professional childcare experience and this last year I was given the opportunity to be on an amazing team of teachers in Bellevue for gifted children and am currently a...
Aleea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Aleea provided backup care for us several times while our regular nanny was out. She arrived on time, handled everything smoothly, and left our place tidy."
Valerie H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
-Happy Halloween-
-I am a preschool teacher, and in college studying Early Childhood Education.
-I am fully vaccinated, have a recent negative TB test, CPR and first aid certified, and have passed a federal background check for work.
-I have experience working with children who have special needs or may need extra support.
-In...
Holley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is very good with kids and teaches a class at a preschool."
Care member
4.9
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, Thank you for considering me in your search for the right childcare provider.
As the oldest of 6 children, I've had a hand in childcare for as long as I can remember. I was 13 when my youngest brother (now 16) was diagnosed with Down Syndrome and Autism as an infant, so I have extensive experience taking care of special...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kahlan is the person that has a gentle and kind heart with great patient that you can trust to leave your baby to her. She's very loving and caring to our baby and we are happy to have her."
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Itumeleng M.
Seattle, WA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Itu. I'm a seven years experienced and nurturing babysitter dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and enriching environment for children. CPR and first aid certified with a passion for fostering creativity and learning through play. Skilled in meal preparation, bedtime routines, and adept at handling any situation...
Itumeleng can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked professionally as a nanny, and as a babysitter for many years, and have excellent references. As an experienced child care giver, I understand that this obligation is not only to meet the child's safety, nutritional and hygienic needs but to encourage their emotional, intellectual and social growth, to encourage...
Kyleah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kyleah is a baby whisperer! She has amazing sleep techniques and a shining personality. She is loving and really connected with our child. She gives 120% of her attention to baby girl and our child who rarely likes folks ADORES her. I would hire her in an instant!...
Heather E.
Francisco S.
Seattle, WA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time/part Time Caregiver Available, With Formal Training And Extensive Experience.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a clinician (a bilingual family physician from Mexico preparing the medical boards, hence this work that I love will be ideal for me for the next 1. 5 years), with extensive experience taking care of the elder, and disabled/special needs of any age. In addition, I went through a comprehensive certification process in Nursing...
5.0
"Very dependable and trust worthy. I would hire Francisco again if needed. He will take care of you. He's also a good listener and extremely caring."
Charles L.
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:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Poulsbo, WA
Derika M.
5.0
Derika saved our weekend! We were in Seattle for a family vacation. She made an putting for the adults possible after responding to a last minute plea for a babysitter. She was very friendly and punctual. She had activities to do with a 9 and 6 year old. They absolutely adored her. She focused on...
- Leslie B.
Taylor S.
5.0
Taylor is such an awesome mom and nanny. I had Taylor watch my 2 kids (2 and 4-8 month old) and she was so amazing with them. She ensured their day was filled with music, fun activities, reading, outdoor play and more! She was also very good at giving me an update of their day so I didn't miss...
- Jolene P.
Andrew H.
5.0
Thanks for reviewing Andrew. We have had care from Andrew previously for my disabled daughter and would highly recommend him. He is thoughtful of the needs of our kids; emotional, physical and social support is excellent with the best interest in mind of the individual. Andrew speaks to our kids...
- Brandy P.
Aimani A.
5.0
She was wonderful! Bright and smiling, she played games and sang songs with my toddler, and if the toddler wanted something and she wasn't sure if it was allowed, she came and asked me ♥️
- Salome B.
Carly S.
5.0
Carly watched our baby boy from when he was 4 months to 1 year old. We absolutely adored her and so did our baby. She kept our baby safe, interacted with him, was willing to take him places, made sure he got outside time, etc. We miss her dearly and would recommend her without a doubt!! She’s the...
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Ratings for Poulsbo, WA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Poulsbo, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.