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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ridgefield, WA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Ridgefield, WA

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Olivia S.


Vancouver, WA

$17-35/hr

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I love working with kids. I am home for college for the summer and a bit after. I have taken care of some sweet kids in the past, mainly younger kids. They bring so much joy to life and I love being around them. I have also worked with special needs kids in the past at a school classroom which was great experience. I am a great...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Brooke M.


Vancouver, WA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Brooke; The Babysitter Or Nanny

Hello there! My name is Brooke, and I would love the opportunity to nanny or babysit for a family near me. I have over 5 years of experience working with kids, and am on my way to becoming a licensed elementary school teacher. In the past, I have worked with many young kids, ranging from infants to elementary schoolers and even...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rebecca M.


Vancouver, WA

$18-26/hr

Compassionate Caregiver

When my father in law became bedridden last year, I jumped in to help with his care. I repositioned him, fed him, helped change him, held his hand, talked to him, and always got a smile out of him. My mother in law said I had missed my calling as a caregiver. Not really, as my day job is working with children with special needs....
Rebecca can also help with: Transportation, errands, hospice services, respite care, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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"I am Rebecca's sister-in-law and can verify that she treated my father kindly and gently when he was bedridden and needed help with feeding, hair washing, and companionship. She has also cared for our kids and I trust her completely for childcare as well. "

Mari M.

Currently, I am employed as a paraeducator for middle schoolers, where I work one-on-one with children that need extra help in the school. In the past I worked as a lead direct support professional, where I cared full time for individuals with cognitive delays. I am experienced in handling childcare, adult care, high stress...
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Jess B.


Vancouver, WA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a Mom who has 30 years of experience taking care of children. First as a Nanny then as a preschool teacher. I'm currently looking to take care of babies, toddlers or preschoolers part time. I am available for weekends only. I love spending time with children and come prepared with a nanny bag! I can bring books, games...
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Margarita B.


Battle Ground, WA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Private Nanny Or Care Giver.

Had work at hospital a ER, ICU, Psicologic Unit, infant and toddler. Teacher. PE teacher, Infant Psicologic certifique. I love interacting with people.
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Rebeka P.


Vancouver, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Babysitter/Nanny Available.

I've had the privilege to serve as a foster parent locally (currently licensed) Also, I love visiting remote villages (have gone to over 10 missionary trips) and love impacting the lives of unreached children. In multiple countries, we didn't speak the same language, nevertheless I found an approach to play and interact with...
Rebeka can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Dixie E.


La Center, WA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Need Care Provider

I have worked as an aid to an Autistic and Blind child in a preschool. I also taught a special needs toddler class. Most recently, I was a foster mom to a child with special needs. He came to us non verbal, delayed and very aggressive. After a year of working with him is saying 1-3 word sentences and his aggression has decreased...
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Rebecca M.


Vancouver, WA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have been an assistant teacher in a special Ed classroom for two and a half years and I absolutely love my job. I believe my strengths are my patience, my compassion, my eagerness to learn and my enthusiasm about the children I work with. I have worked with students with challenges in communication, vision, hearing, fine motor...
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Lisa T.


Vancouver, WA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist Available For Senior Care/Special Needs/Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an occupational therapist with over 30 years experience working with seniors(dementia, stroke, hip fractures/replacements, COPD, brain injuries) and children with special needs(autism, adhd, cerebral palsy, learning disabilities). As an OT my job is to help people be as independent as possible in their daily activities. I...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Autumn H.


Vancouver, WA

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Sitter For Kids, Pets, House, And Anything Else You Could Think Of

I've watched kids since I was 10. I have special needs experience. I have reliable transportation. Love animals.
Autumn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Grace C.


Vancouver, WA

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

Para Professional Experience In A Life Skills Classroom .

I have a years experience working as a paraprofessional in a Life Skills classroom. I have worked with children who experience physical and cognitive disabilities. I have worked with children who experience mild to severe stimming.
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Emma H.


Vancouver, WA

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! Here's some things you may need to know about me. I have a few years of experience babysitting for family and friends. I have about six months of payed experience. I have a lot of experience caring after children with special needs/children on the autism spectrum. I do not have much experience with toddlers. I have...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have always loved children and have an 8-year-old daughter of my own. I nannied 4 kids all under the age of 12 for 3 years and sometimes there were more than 4 kids(playdates)-with one child being special needs. My daughter has special medical needs so I am familiar and comfortable with feeding tubes, nebulizers, medicines,...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
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Sarah R.


Vancouver, WA

$18-23/hr1 yrs exp

Helping Hand

Hello I have helped a few families through out my year with extra helping hands and support. Please feel free to ask any questions, thank you
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Erika K.


Vancouver, WA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Erika. I have been working as a CNA for 3 years and currently work at the hospital. I received my bachelors degree in 2020 and am now looking to get my bachelors of science in nursing, while in the meantime working in child care. I am trained in first aid, BLS, and have experience taking care of special needs. I am...
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Aparicia S.


Battle Ground, WA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Services

I'm a CNA in WA. I do work with special needs people. There is nothing greater than to serve those in need.
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Renee R.


Battle Ground, WA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Sitter

1.0

(1)

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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I've babysat children with special needs and worked with them in a class room setting. I've volunteered at a special needs riding facility in the past also.
I've been a dedicated childcare provider for over eight years, and I'm passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and their families. I'm known for my creative spirit and friendly nature. I believe in open and honest communication with parents and am always happy to discuss their preferred methods and...
Lillie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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