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Whitney P.


Salem, UT

< $10/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Educational And Positive Sitter That Loves Creating Smiles And Fun Memories!

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As someone who has been working with kids since a young age, I understand the importance of making sure they are happy, healthy, and safe. I love getting to know kids and helping them explore their passions while keeping them active. With my good speaking and listening skills, as well as my ability to respond to emergencies...
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Brooke R.


Mapleton, UT

$10-30/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Brooke! I'm 22 and just graduated from Utah State University with a BS degree in nutrition science. I absolutely love children! I have 4 years of nannying experience so I know very well how to handle and care for kids! I've nannied kids of all ages ranging from new-born to 14 years old, so I can take on kids of any...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We loved Brooke so much! She watched my 4 kids for about 2 years. She excelled and did a flawless job. When I was working, my kids were always so excited to know it was Brooke watching them while I was gone! She cooked lunch and dinner for them, took my kids too...

Maquel B.

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Heather J.


Payson, UT

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have helped take care of my parents as they aged. I love caretaking and would like to continue to help others. Can help with special needs. I'd describe my personality as loving, kind, and nurturing. I have babysat and cared for children and elderly as well as the physically and mentally incapacitated. I have over 35 years of...
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Michelle H.


Spanish Fork, UT

$14-17/hr

K-5 Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a school teacher in Provo. I have years of experience working with students with special needs. I am off for the summer and would love to pick up some summer work.
5.0
"My kids love Michelle! She's everything you want in a childcare provider - trustworthy, engaging and fun. We're so happy to have found her here!"

Kate B.

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Katelyn R.


Santaquin, UT

$18-24/hr

How It All Started

Hello! My name is Katelyn, I'm looking to start a career in the caregiving industry. My experience started when I was caring for my incredible cousin Danny who also happened to have special needs. When he grew more and more sick he was put on hospice. I was honored to lighten the load a little bit for my aunt and uncle and I...
Katelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, hospice services, dementia

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Paisley, and I have had seven years experience of working with children. I am a compassionate and patient babysitter/nanny. I adore connecting with children, playing make believe with them, and helping them feel heard. I am happy to provide home cooked meals, carpooling services, and pool side watch. I have had...
Paisley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have a great interest in helping those that need assistance and care. I don't have much experience caring for special needs but I am willing to learn and do what I can to give my assistance and skills!
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Alexis A.


Spanish Fork, UT

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And I Love Kids.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Lexy! I'm 19, I absolutely adore kids, and I've been babysitting ever since I was 12. I've been nannying for two years now, and I absolutely love it! It is honestly one of the most rewarding and one of the most amazing jobs I've ever had. My favorite age to take care of would definitely be the preschool age. They say...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I've worked with special needs students and adults and kids of all ages. I've also done delivery of various products for seniors. I am patient and kind and have no problem learning and performing personal care.
Criste can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
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Stephanie S.


Spanish Fork, UT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Mom

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun and happy mom of 5 grown children (my youngest is 16). I am a bit older (52 and young at heart), but still know how to enjoy life and make kids happy. I have worked for Nebo School District teaching children from ages preschool to high School. I have also taught braille and worked with special needs children for...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Cailey G.


Spanish Fork, UT

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Looking For A Full-time Caregiver Position

Hi I'm Cailey! I am 23 years old. I have lots of experience with infants, toddlers, and teenagers. I currently work as a cooking teacher for an individual with special needs. I am looking for a full time position. I love to cook and have taught kids cooking classes for the last 5+ years now (including children with special...
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Cailey G.


Spanish Fork, UT

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible, And Fun

Hi I'm Cailey!! I am 18 years old and graduating high school this year, and need a job for the summer before going to college! I love kids and have been babysitting since I was 12 for children of all ages. I have babysat multiple children for extended periods of time. I have experience with children with special needs and have...
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Nyah C.


Santaquin, UT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

A Little About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Nyah! Here's a little bit about me! I'm 23 years old and have been married to my childhood crush for four years now. We have a 2-year-old boy and 2-month-old girl who are our whole world! Coming from a family of eight kids I've been honing my childcare skills since I was a young teen. I have five younger...
Nyah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kimberly S.


Payson, UT

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

I have 2 years experience with seizure care, and about 4 with working with children on the spectrum in a school setting.
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Stefanie S.


Vineyard, UT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver And Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Stefanie, a native of Arizona. I come from a big family that consists of 7 brothers and 4 sisters. One of my brothers is physically and mentally disabled which led me into a career in special education. I attended Arizona State University graduating with honors in Special and Elementary Education. I went on to...
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Taylor H.


Orem, UT

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Looking For Babysitting And Nannying Jobs

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Taylor. I have worked as an HCA for nearly 10 years. I have work experience with autism, ADHD, Angelman's syndrome, schizophrenia, bpd, seizure disorders, FAS, Down syndrome, types 1 & 2 diabetes, cancer, depression, anxiety and spina bifida. I have worked with many memory care patients experiencing beginning stages of...
5.0
"Taylor is a fun, loving, warm person to all Individuals she takes care of in the health field. Taylor is missed in Minnesota with all our individuals in our company, including staff and management."

Megan D.

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Emily W.


Provo, UT

$12-15/hr9 yrs exp

Your Child's New Best Friend (;

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! :D My name is Emily! I have been babysitting, nannying and working with children with special needs for nine years now and have absolutely adored every second of it! I completed extensive state training and testing and am currently a registered RBT or Behavioral Technician and worked with kids with autism at ABS Kids. This...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jina H.


Orem, UT

$15-35/hr2 yrs exp

Fun,Loving, Responsible And Experienced

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children to adult special needs for over 2 years now. I have worked in home and outside of the home for activities. I have helped take care of all sorts of diagnoses from autism to Prader Willi. Tasks that I have assisted with include teeth brushing, bathing, chores around the house and driving them to needed...
5.0
"Jina is very reliable and easy to get along with. She is following up with tasks and suggested extra help I need."

Jill F.

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Taylor H.


Orem, UT

$20-22/hr8 yrs exp

PCA

I'm Taylor, I recently got married. I have about 10 years experience working with adults and children with special needs and 4 years working in senior care (all in home). I have worked for seniors who have mobility restrictions, need companionship and/or have beginning to end stages of memory loss or dementia. When I'm not...
Taylor can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"If you are looking for a responsible, self starter with a positive attitude and willing to work hard Taylor is your girl. Taylor treated our mom with dignity and respect. We never had to worry about our mom when she was in Taylor’s care. Taylor cared for mom’s...

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Brynne N.


Provo, UT

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have spent many years babysitting, both for pay and as a favor to friends. I have also worked with children of all ages (including children with special needs) as a teacher and substitute teacher. I have two nieces that I dote on, as well as many close younger cousins and have been charged at times with watching some of them....
Brynne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brynne has been our Nanny for over a year now. She is absolutely fantastic with our two girls! We were impressed with Brynne from the very beginning. She was prepared and ready to teach our kids and interact with them on a personal level which is very important...

Jentry W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Salem, UT

Brooke R.

5.0

We loved Brooke so much! She watched my 4 kids for about 2 years. She excelled and did a flawless job. When I was working, my kids were always so excited to know it was Brooke watching them while I was gone! She cooked lunch and dinner for them, took my kids too and from school, and did countless...

- Maquel B.

Michelle H.

5.0

My kids love Michelle! She's everything you want in a childcare provider - trustworthy, engaging and fun. We're so happy to have found her here!

- Kate B.

Taylor H.

5.0

Taylor was great with my 2 year old! I would highly recommended her!

- Jenny M.

Jina H.

5.0

Jina is very reliable and easy to get along with. She is following up with tasks and suggested extra help I need.

- Jill F.

Taylor H.

5.0

If you are looking for a responsible, self starter with a positive attitude and willing to work hard Taylor is your girl. Taylor treated our mom with dignity and respect. We never had to worry about our mom when she was in Taylor’s care. Taylor cared for mom’s personal needs, cooked, shopped, did...

- Care member

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