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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ridgefield, WA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Ridgefield, WA

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Brittany H.


Ridgefield, WA

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hey there! I have lots of experience working with all sorts of individuals with intellectual disabilities. I'm also a Para Eductor at a local school so I work with these folks for a living! I also have a vast knowledge of skilled nursing so I'm very comfortable working the hoyer and assisting with more personal needs. Reach...
I have more that 4 years of caregiving experience, have worked in rehabs, assisted living homes, hospitals and in homes for private care.
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Victoria W.


Ridgefield, WA

$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Victoria I have a strong background in child care from special needs, and infant - school age children. I truly enjoy creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children. I believe in building strong relationships with kids based on trust, respect, and understanding. Whether it's playtime, helping with...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

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Kaitlynn S.


Ridgefield, WA

$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My father had terminal brain cancer. I was his primary caregiver, things like hygiene and bodily care.
Kaitlynn can also help with: Errands, hospice services, respite care, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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Emily B.


Ridgefield, WA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Emily From Ridgefield, WA

Hello! My name is Emily. I am 27 years old. I come from a large family of 13 and have been blessed with 24 nieces and nephews. As you can imagine, I have been taking care of kids for as long as I can remember. In 2013, I got my first steady job as a Nanny taking care of two boys; a 4-month-old and a 4-year-old. I worked with...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Hello, My name is Ann, I am a 29-year-old mother of two children 6 and 11. I am currently a certified teacher on summer break looking for part-time work to provide additional income for my little family while also providing some flexibility for my kid's sports schedules. I have experience working with children from infancy to...
Ann can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lisa T.


Vancouver, WA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an occupational therapist with over 30 years experience. As an OT my job is to help people be as independent as possible in their daily activities. I currently work full time in the school district with children. I am available for special needs care on weekends, holidays, evenings, and summers. Occasional/back up care is...
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Nicole A.


Vancouver, WA

$25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Adventurous Dependable Nanny

4.4

(7)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I'm a substitute teacher and have availability on school breaks. I'm able to be flexible if your needs overlap with the school schedule. I have 6 years of teaching and nanny experience along with 8 years of babysitting experience as an adult. I love to take children I'm caring for on outings such as going out to parks and...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nicole did a great job with our 5 year old energetic boy. She was attentive and engaging."

Daniel R.

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Ashley L.


Vancouver, WA

$24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Ashley, I am currently a Home Care Aide working with the ederly. I have around 11 years of experience in childcare, caring for children ranging from newborn to 16-years-old. I have worked with children with special needs as well as children with allergies. I believe the earlier years are very important for a...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Ashley was great! Our 6 year old had a good time and was really happy to play games with her. She was imaginative and really nice. In fact, tonight he's asking when he's going to have another sitter and if it could be Ashley again!"

Tiffany J.

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Renee R.


Battle Ground, WA

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey there! My name is Renee, and I've been working with children for six years now. I started as a tutor, then went on to teach in daycares, and now I'm a nanny/babysitter! I'm CPR/ first aid certified, have completed the WA DCYF 40hr childcare basics training, safe sleep training, courses in educational psychology and child...
Renee can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Renee has been with us since Feb of 2023, so 1 year and 7 months or so. She started when our daughter was turning 4, and our son was 6 months, caring for both of them full days from 8-4pm 4 days a week. She is AMAZING, and imwe fully trust her with both kids at...

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Lora T.


Vancouver, WA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I live in Mesa. I have an active LVN license out of California with 30 plus years of experience in special needs, pediatrics, emergency room, hospital care, school nursing and senior care. My current client will be moving so I am looking for my next adventure. I love working with infants, toddlers and children. I have...
Lora can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Carissa D.


Vancouver, WA

$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher With BS In Special Education

I have experience working with children with ADHD, Autism, OCD, Anxiety, Sensory processing disorder, speech delays, and Tourette's syndrome.
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Joseph K.


Vancouver, WA

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiving Companion

Hi! I am a dependable and steady individual with three years of caregiving experience. Most recently I worked at a senior living center in Enterprise, OR. There I had experience working with both assisted living and memory care units. I also have two years of experience working with kids with autism in Spokane, WA as a...
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Kirsten D.


Vancouver, WA

$17/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caregiver And Challenger

I have been babysitting children, since I was 12. I have taken CPR courses and am aware of how to perform. I have professional experience with special needs children and have served as in a live-in babysitter for a few months. I enjoy being around children and finding ways to keep them engaged.
Kirsten can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
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Giannina H.


Vancouver, WA

$25-34/hr • 10 yrs exp

Exceptional Nursing Care

I have over two decades of nursing experience in adult, pediatric and newborn services. I have a servant heart and would love help your loved one.
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Brooke W.


Vancouver, WA

$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

My goal is to become a first grade elementary teacher, i've always loved kids and I love the affect my babysitters and teachers have left on me now as an adult. I use to babysit my cousin everyday, get him ready for school and pick him up after. I Also have a special needs cousin that I have also baby sat as well as a 3-year-old...
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Rayna F.


Vancouver, WA

$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am a college student studying nursing. I love being around kids and I have lots of experience working with kids in church and camp settings, along with paid babysitting, including caring for triplets! I also am a paid caregiver for my little sister with special needs. I enjoy being outside, playing games, arts and crafts and...
Rayna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Lora T.


Vancouver, WA

$20-50/hr • 20 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Lori and live in Queen Creek Arizona. I have two grown daughters that are are my love and joy. One is in the medical field and the other has her degree in mathematics/education. I have a current and active LVN license out of California with 30 years of experience in special needs, pediatrics, general adult,...
Lora can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
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Corie S.


Vancouver, WA

$19-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Very Mature Kid At Heart

As a certified teacher with five years of experience as a childcare provider, I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My creative and imaginative personality allows me to engage children in various activities, from educational games to technology-based apps. With my background in early child...
Corie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lisa T.


Vancouver, WA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am the mother of two adult sons, who have been successfully launched! My oldest son is a nuclear engineer in the Navy and my youngest son is an ICU nurse at the Mayo clinic. I work full time as a pediatric occupational therapist in the school district with children with special needs. I am trained in child development and have...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ridgefield, WA

Nicole A.

5.0

With a 5 year old of her own, Nicole understands the nuisances of children. I would have her watch my (2.5yo) again if ever needed. Thank you Nicole, we appreciated you :)

- Care member

Ashley L.

5.0

She was so amazing! She played games with both girls and was so nice! This was our first time hiring someone to come To our house to watch our kids so We were a bit wary, just being a worry wart lol But Ashley was phenomenal, the girls had fun and asked when she can come back. Would recommend A++

- Care member

Renee R.

5.0

Renee has been with us since Feb of 2023, so 1 year and 7 months or so. She started when our daughter was turning 4, and our son was 6 months, caring for both of them full days from 8-4pm 4 days a week. She is AMAZING, and imwe fully trust her with both kids at different ages and needs. She doesn't...

- Care member

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