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Find special needs caregivers in Ridgefield, WA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ridgefield, WA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Ridgefield, WA

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Gabrielle J.


Vancouver, WA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

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I have 5 years of experience of babysitting and experience with special needs children/adults. I am Comfortable with pets (horses, chickens, dogs, cats, fish, etc.) and assisting in the care of them so long as they are NOT aggressive. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I can help with snacks and meals, but not full...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Demitra M.


Vancouver, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny For 12+ Years

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Available for part time babysitting. Not available Mon- Fri 8-5 for work or Sunday mornings when I teach pre-k/kindergarten Sunday school. When it comes to childcare, I have been babysitting ever since I was in my early teens. Whether it was for my younger siblings/cousins, the neighbors down the street or nannying for...
Demitra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, 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:

First Aid

CPR

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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: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, respite care, transportation
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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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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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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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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Debora G.


Vancouver, WA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed/Experienced CNA/In Home Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Licensed CNA. Experienced with caregiving of all ages, including special needs and disabilities. Experience in diabetes, mental health management, medication management, dementia care, ADLs. Also experienced with extensive meal preparation, including specialty diets. Housekeeping, organization, errands. I'm flexible, kind,...
Debora can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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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: Respite care, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, dementia, personal care & 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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, light cleaning, craft assistance
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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.

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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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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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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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