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Special needs caregivers in Sahuarita, AZ

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Tara G.


Sahuarita, AZ

$15-24/hr7 yrs exp

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I'm always here to help others I have experience with with physical and mental delays I have my own child that has special needs and I have been caring for my son for eight years now and he is an amazing child I am truly blessed. Everybody is special in their own ways.
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Shelley M.


Green Valley, AZ

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Counselor/therapist Seeking Part-time Caring Opportunities

Experienced Counselor/therapist Seeking Part-time Caring Opportunities. I love people of all ages however I have extensive experience in working with children.
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Ashley M.


Tucson, AZ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, there! My name is Ashley and I am a Certified Nursing Assistant that is pursuing a nursing degree. I have had experience with children for more than 15 years, now, and have a 10-month-old of my own! It is absolutely amazing, being a new mother. I am CPR certified, and have a fingerprint card. I have experience with...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ashley M.


Tucson, AZ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

I have been a CNA for nearly 12 years, now, and absolutely love it. I moved to Tucson to take care of my own grandmother, but she passed away last year. I loved her very much; she was phenomenal. I have over 15 years of childcare experience and I'm also a new mother of a5-month-old. I absolutely love every second of it. I have...
Skills:

CNA

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Pamela A.


Vail, AZ

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Caregiver

5.0

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I have been working with children on and off for about 35 years. I have worked as a nanny, respite care provider for children with disabilities and their siblings, a developmental specialist, a teacher, an early intervention specialist and a caregiver. I have a Masters in Special Education with an emphasis on children with...
5.0
"Pam is absolutely amazing. She is a perfect fit for our son with disabilities. She is knowledgeable, professional, thorough, and caring. We trust her completely with his care needs which include transfers between equipment, putting on orthotics, tube feeding,...

Chelsea M.

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Stephanie A.


Tucson, AZ

$18-32/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Mother and Nanny of 10 Years

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a nanny for many families for more than 10 years (while obtaining my Bachelors degree). My experience also includes 4 years of working with special needs students in the schools as a one on one aide. I am also a mother of 2 children and love to do creative art projects and imaginary play.
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie came to the resort we stayed at to care for my son. She was great! They went swimming and hung out. I would recommend her to anyone and would definitely use her again when we are back in town."

Sheila B.

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Gabriela R.


Tucson, AZ

$20-34/hr5 yrs exp

Elementary School Teacher And Mother

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am an elementary school teacher and a mother of two. I am looking for a second income related to my career choice. I have had experience babysitting for about 12 years. I've worked in home, at day care centers and elementary schools. I have experience with children with special needs as I work with Arizona Autism and was a...
Gabriela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Gabriela was prompt, easily understood the needs of my son with disabilities, and things were tidy when I got home! My son, though non-verbal, responded positively to Gabriela, which doesn’t always happen on the first visit. I hope to have her over again in the...

Jennifer B.

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Melissa S.


Tucson, AZ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Great Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Melissa I am a Nanny/Babysitter/Caregiver with 15+ years of childcare experience who cherishes children, provide superior loving care, will praise them, appreciate them, give them plenty of hugs, always a can do attitude, and continuously reinventing myself to do. I have reliable transportation. I provide an uplifting, patient,...
5.0
"I would recommend Melissa to other people who are in need of a caregiver or provider. She is helpful and kind while helping. I'm very thankful her!"

Courtney H.

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Jennifer O.


Tucson, AZ

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care And Tutoring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Jennifer, and I enjoy working with children/teens with special needs and sensitivities. As a highly sensitive person, myself, I connect well with these individuals and find that I am able to apply my skills, gifts, and talents as well as my experience as an educator to tailor to their needs for them to be...
5.0
"Jenny was so wonderful with our kiddo. We stayed at a resort, and she was definitely attentive (swimming and walking around the property). I would definitely hire her again."

Sheila B.

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Jazmin D.


Tucson, AZ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of paid child care experience ranging from nannying, working with special needs students in schools, and working in a home for youth in crisis. I love music, being creative, and spending time outside in nature. I am passionate about providing an environment in which a child feels safe, heard, and loved. I...
Jazmin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was amazing. the kids loved her, and said they would live her back to babysit again. I was happy the kids were not scared or cried and enjoyed there time with Jazmin. I would hire her again in the future."

Rachel D.

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Rachel Z.


Tucson, AZ

$17-33/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, Friendly, And Caring Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a personal trainer in Phoenix and love to stay active outside of my job. My interests are; science, hiking, outdoors, MMA, and powerlifting. I have worked with children from the ages of 1-14 years old and I have experience with children with special needs! I've always been told I have a gift with children, which...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired her for 2 days straight last weekend and she was excellent! On-time, courteous, very patient with my son. We will DEFINITELY use her again and again! We left my son with her without feeling worried or having to check up but, we did cheek on her and my son...

Caroline C.

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Christy M.


Tucson, AZ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Summer Nanny!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone! My name Is Christy and I am looking for the perfect nannying family to help out in the busy mornings in the Tucson area! I received my bachelors degree In Special Education in 2019 in Ohio. From there, I moved to Arizona to begin teaching. I just finished my third year as a 6th grade special education teacher in...
Christy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Christy nannied for me until my son turned one (because we moved). she is so good with babies and children and she is very respectful and dependable. i wish she could have moved with us to continue nannying for me!"

Courtney S.

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Elizabeth K.


Tucson, AZ

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Middle School Sped TA Looking For Summer Work

-CPR/First aid trained -Own transportation -non-smoker -Experience working with special needs middle school aged children with a wide variety of physical and intellectual disabilities -Paraprofessional certification, I am a teachers assistant during the school year -I'm young and have a lot of energy and patience to keep up with...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jennifer O.


Tucson, AZ

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care/babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Jennifer, and I enjoy caring for children and teenagers. I have 5 years experience as a classroom teacher (grades k-8) in public, private, charter, and Waldorf school settings. Currently, I serve within the educational field as a substitute teacher, tutor, paraprofessional (special needs/autism), and...
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Amy F.


Tucson, AZ

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

A Decade Of Dedication: Nurturing Children Of All Abilities

As a mother of four, I have a diverse background in caring for children from all walks of life, including those with special needs. With over 18 years of experience in respite care, I've developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges and joys that come with supporting different groups of children. I am passionate about...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

Hi my name is Diane a little about my work experience I worked Daycare for about 18 years worked with children two years to after school age children. I also worked medical records at doctors office for almost 20 years. my personal life I have a very big family that I am very close with I have lots of nephews and nieces that now...
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Stephanie A.


Tucson, AZ

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Loving Care Provider For Your Special Child :)

I have 8 years of experience working with special needs and disabled children. I cared for a boy with cerebral palsy for 4 years while obtaining my Bachelor's degree and I also worked as a paraprofessional in the schools for 4 years with autistic children. I have found it very rewarding and interesting helping children learn and...
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Isabelle L.


Tucson, AZ

$18/hr9 yrs exp

Isabelle L.

Hello!! My name is Isabelle Lafontaine and I am a Junior at the University of Arizona! I am from Chicago and majoring in Retail and Consumer Science! I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old and since then, I've completed three babysitting courses, giving me a solid foundation in child care and safety. I'm also highly...
Isabelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Lorna L.


Tucson, AZ

$18-24/hr6 yrs exp

Hi There!

Hello! My name is Lorna. I have six years of paid babysitting/caregiving experience. I love getting to know and help others, whether that be children, adults, or seniors. I currently watch a little boy with special needs part-time from 2:30 to 5:45 Monday through Thursday, and from 1:30 to 4:30 every other Friday. I find so much...
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Brittney S.


Tucson, AZ

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

I have 5 years of experience I've been a caregiver for going on 6 years now I've worked with men women and children with various backgrounds and different care needs also worked in countless facilities iam reliable , attentive, open minded and very out going I'm also a mom of an autistic child so I understand the importance of...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sahuarita, AZ

Pamela A.

5.0

Pam is absolutely amazing. She is a perfect fit for our son with disabilities. She is knowledgeable, professional, thorough, and caring. We trust her completely with his care needs which include transfers between equipment, putting on orthotics, tube feeding, non-verbal communication, dressing,...

- Chelsea M.

Stephanie A.

5.0

Stephanie has been our nanny for our infant daughter for about 3 months now and we love her! She is professional, patient, beyond caring for our baby, and has even helped teach us a few things about sleeping/attachment that we did not know. Out daughter loves her too. I can’t recommend Stephanie...

- Care member

Gabriela R.

5.0

Gabriela is was quick to respond and completely professional. My 12 mo old does not take to new folks really well but my baby felt completely comfortable with her! I would definitely recommend Gabriela and would hire again.

- Care member

Melissa S.

5.0

I would recommend Melissa to other people who are in need of a caregiver or provider. She is helpful and kind while helping. I'm very thankful her!

- Courtney H.

Jennifer O.

5.0

Jenny was so wonderful with our kiddo. We stayed at a resort, and she was definitely attentive (swimming and walking around the property). I would definitely hire her again.

- Sheila B.

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