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144 special needs caregivers are listed in Salt Lake City, UT

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Salt Lake City, UT

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Elise H.


Salt Lake City, UT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Reliable, Active Care Giver

5.0

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Hi there! I am currently employed, but am looking to transition out of my current position and move into a position to pursue my passion- caring for others. I am hoping to nanny for 24-32 hours a week while working part time as a CNA. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old, including 2 full-time summers as a nanny for...
Elise can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"My kids love Elise! She isn't the type to be on her phone while the kids played, she engaged with them and liked doing art projects or playing outside. I never worried while I was away because Elise is so responsible and dependable. She related to my kids and...

Meredith T.

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Camilla P.


Salt Lake City, UT

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Early Elementary Teacher & Mental Health Advocate

I'm currently in a career transitional phase. I was a certified teacher for children with special needs and am returning to school for my master's in special and elementary education. While going to school, I of course want to fuel this change by doing what I love: working with children. As a caretaker, I'm a huge child at...
Camilla can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We loved Camilla and we were so sad that she moved. My kids still ask about her. She will be missed by us all!!"

Dixie G.

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Kristen L.


Salt Lake City, UT

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Throughout high school and college, I have worked with many families and children of all ages, including children with special needs. I have also worked in the mental health field with children who have behavioral issues. I moved to Salt Lake City in the summer of 2017 and worked in child welfare. I currently work at a local...
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kristen is amazing! My kids adore her!"

Jason S.

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Olivia F.


Salt Lake City, UT

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny/Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Olivia. I graduated in May of 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Family, Community, and Human Development with a minor in Special Education. I am currently a full-time nanny for a family of four children between the ages of 2 to 10 in Salt Lake City. Some of my responsibilities include transportation, food prep,...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Olivia has been our in-home nanny for 1 1/2 years now. In that time, she has never been late. She arrives every morning (even when the weather is bad or she isn't feeling well) and gets right to work. Before I even get downstairs, Olivia has unloaded the...

Katie G.

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Hannah C.


Salt Lake City, UT

$15-35/hr2 yrs exp

Empathetic Patient CNA/Caretaker

Hello all! My name is Hannah and I am a CNA. I pride myself on my high quality care and my positive attitude. I have worked in nursing homes for the past two years and have taken care of anywhere from 8 to 14 patients at a time. I have cared for all kinds of special needs (both physical and mental) and was assigned to the...
Hannah can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"An excellent work ethic, with strong desire to improve and advance in her career. Very compassionate and very dependable. Highly recommend. "

Judy W.

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Elizabeth R.


Salt Lake City, UT

$10-20/hr

Special Needs Helper

I have cooked for those with special needs, and read to, exercised with and brought individuals on outings in the community.
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Christi K.


Salt Lake City, UT

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Special needs

I love working with individuals with disabilities, and have had experience with kids and adults. Most of my experience with adults was helping support a Blind/Deaf woman, and then with kids, I was a special education teacher for 3 years.
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Julie N.


Salt Lake City, UT

$25-31/hr3 yrs exp

Aerobics Instructor And School District Sub For Several Special Needs Classes

Working with all ages of special needs is one of my favorite things:). I can find how we connect and help them thrive :)
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Rosemary R.


Salt Lake City, UT

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Pediatric Nurse With Passion For Special Needs Child Care.

Hey! I'm a nurse in the PICU and like to hold several jobs at once ! As a Nurse, I have gained extensive experience working with children with a wide variety of needs.
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Olivia C.


Salt Lake City, UT

$15-25/hr

Experienced With Special Needs Care

I have over 4 years experience working with children with special needs. Throughout high school I was actively involved in my schools special needs program making sure everyone has a friend! Through out my college career I have been able to care for teens with special needs. I feel very comfortable and equipped to be a friend...
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Rebecca M.


Salt Lake City, UT

$16-21/hr8 yrs exp

Mother Of 9 Successful Grown Children Available Now To Serve Your Every Need

Hi my name is Rebecca and I would love to help ease your mind and alleviate stress and support you. I love working with special needs. I am available immediately to fit into your life and work with you to make sure your precious special needs loved one is cared for with great patience, understanding and love. I have many...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I've had a lifetime of experience caring for a special needs child, as my sister has a genetic disorder called Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome. This means she is missing part of her fourth chromosome, and she is non-verbal, needs to be fed by a g-tube, is in diapers, needs assistance walking, and has a history of seizures. I also...
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Morgan B.


Salt Lake City, UT

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Happy Camper

I am a full time college student! I am very energetic and positive when dealing with others, and also very gentle. I grew up with a sister who has Aspergers on the Autism spectrum and have been helping to care for her from a very young age. I have also volunteered for several programs that tend to individuals with special needs...
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Meghan S.


Salt Lake City, UT

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I have experience taking care of a child with Autism, and for two years that child had a feeding tube. I'm also majoring in Special Education, therefore I have all the knowledge and experience that accompanies my major. I have worked closely with Deaf children and Deaf children with autism.
Hi there, my name is Megan and I am an energetic and creative 23-year-old! I graduated from the University of Michigan in May and recently moved to NYC and am so so excited to be here! My favorite age group are toddlers and the elderly population, but I have experience with all ages. I'm looking for a full time position, and my...
I am a hard working person very patient with dealing with clients who need special care. I am friendly easy going, communication, reliable, trustworthy, caring kind and lot of love to offer to anyone I work to. I am very confident doing my job even if it's my first time doing it I always tried my best to be on top of taking good...
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Consuelo V.


Salt Lake City, UT

$13-20/hr1 yrs exp

Loving Nanny/ Healthcare Provider

Hello! My name is Consuelo. I worked as a CNA ina nursing home for people with disabilities for over 6 months, and I've worked with special needs kids before as well!
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Angelina L.


Salt Lake City, UT

$22-35/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have over a decade of experience in healthcare with children, adults and seniors. I have a valid drivers license and car insurance. I have lots of experience with meal prep, home care, hygienics, a multitude of health concerns/conditions/disabilities, transportation, and tutoring. I can help with anything from remote...
Hi i'm Cambria, I live in Salt Lake City. I have been nannying/babysitting for about 5 years now and caregiving to people with disabilities for a year. I started watching my little brother who is diagnosed with downsnydrome at the ripe age of 13. I enjoy spending my time with him, in fact I work at his school in his essential...
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Lyndee A.


Salt Lake City, UT

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

A Little About Me(:

In April of 2020 I married my wonderful husband. At that time I was working for Goldman Sachs although my husband had worked as a caretaker for 5 years and I became very interested in the field as I had previously been a cheer coach for children 8-21 with special needs. I have just under 1 year of paid experience. And I adore my...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Salt Lake City, UT

Elise H.

5.0

I would absolutely hire Elise again and so appreciated all the time she spent with my kids when they were younger. If my husband and I could hand select a model of the young women we want them to grow to be it would be Elise for sure. We still follow her since she moved away through text and social...

- Alison L.

Camilla P.

5.0

We loved Camilla and we were so sad that she moved. My kids still ask about her. She will be missed by us all!!

- Dixie G.

Kristen L.

5.0

Kristen is amazing! My kids adore her!

- Jason S.

Olivia F.

5.0

Olivia has been our in-home nanny for 1 1/2 years now. In that time, she has never been late. She arrives every morning (even when the weather is bad or she isn't feeling well) and gets right to work. Before I even get downstairs, Olivia has unloaded the dishwasher and is preparing breakfast,...

- Katie G.

Hannah C.

5.0

An excellent work ethic, with strong desire to improve and advance in her career. Very compassionate and very dependable. Highly recommend.

- Judy W.

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Ratings for Salt Lake City, UT special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Salt Lake City, UT are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 68 reviews of the 144 listed special needs caregivers.