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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Sammamish, WA

The average posted rate is $26/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Sammamish, WA

Sheela is kind and generally wonderful to be around. She did a great job connecting with my daughter, making her feel safe, and giving her

Review for Sheela P. by Maralee S.

Sheela is a highly experienced nanny who took of my young infant. She not only took care of the baby but also helped with day to day

Review for Sheela P. by Shrinivass A.

We interviewed and then hired Brenda for our two children (8 and 6 year olds) as an afternoon nanny. She was very responsive to our messages

Review for Brenda K. by Merryjane F.

Special needs caregivers in Sammamish, WA

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Sheela P.


Sammamish, WA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have raised 4 children, 3 of which were 6-8 weeks premature, one daughter who was in speech therapy for 5 years. I have also worked with several autistic children up to the age of 15. I have also cared for my grandmother and most recently my mother for the last 6 years to include everything from full personal care to...
5.0
"Sheela is kind and generally wonderful to be around. She did a great job connecting with my daughter, making her feel safe, and giving her creative outlets."

Maralee S.

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Sheela P.


Sammamish, WA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Sheela In Issaquah

3.0

(2)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have been a full time stay at home mom and home manager for over 28 years. I am healthy, active, have a lot of energy, love to cook, do arts/crafts and most things from organization to party planning, I am patient and kind and use redirection and praise versus harsh discipline. I have 4 children 13-28. My first graduated UW...
Sheela can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sheela is a highly experienced nanny who took of my young infant. She not only took care of the baby but also helped with day to day household activities."

Shrinivass A.

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Jagjit S.


Sammamish, WA

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric RN, Mindfulness Teacher

I have a BSN from UBC and worked in pediatric settings with 5 years on the Stanford campus with Eating disorders. I completed a 2-year mindfulness teacher training in 2021. I'm available to provide mindfulness/self-compassion/RAIN meditation.
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Sylvia D.


Sammamish, WA

$30-45/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Sylvia. I have been babysitting for 5 years now and have been specifically working with kids on the autism spectrum for two years. I have also worked at the University of Washington: Autism Summer Camp which gave me extensive experience working with a many different kinds of children. Currently, I work with...
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Sarah P.


Sammamish, WA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Older Sister And Space Enthusiast

I am a twin sister to an autistic brother, daughter of divorced and remarried parents, and older sister to four step/half siblings. I am a junior-level college student pursuing a degree in astronomy. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and I am willing to wear a mask whenever necessary! I would love to have fun with your...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ashley R.


Sammamish, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, Patient, Fun Educator In Graduate School

I'm a Master's student in Pediatric Counseling and Psychology with a background in Early Education. I have six years of experience in childcare and teaching, working with children ages 10-24 months, Pre-K, 1st, and 2nd grade. I also have experience in special education and supporting children with special needs. In addition to...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Mackenzie T.


Sammamish, WA

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Friendly and disciplined Babysitter with 4+ years progressive experience in nurturing and developing children of different ages. Detail-oriented individual who has a special talent for preparing meals and formulas, serving meals, handling children's overall activities, changing diapers and managing timetable as instructed by...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Abigail H.


Sammamish, WA

$24-28/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic And Nurturing Graduate Student

I have been babysitting ever since I turned 13 years old, as I have always wanted I want to be a mother myself. My love for working with children with special needs in the educational environment led me to study Speech-Language Pathology. While obtaining my degrees, I have worked in pre-school, kindergarten, and 1st grade...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Tara G.


Sammamish, WA

$20-30/hr

Part-Time Caregiver Available After School And Weekends

I am a senior at the University of Washington Bothell. I am studying to be a teacher. I will be starting a full-time student teaching in September 2018 and thought this would be a good area of work given my desired profession. I have worked with students with a variety of backgrounds from special needs to English language...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Valentina B.


Sammamish, WA

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny

I'm a warm and nurturing childcare provider with a genuine passion for children's development. With four years of experience and a background in early childhood education, I have the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. My approach to childcare is holistic, focusing on...
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Ashley T.


Redmond, WA

$30-50/hr3 yrs exp

Dr. Ashley , ND

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a naturopathic doctor and I own my own health & relationship coaching company. I enjoy teaching kids health, self-respect, and safety. Every fun interaction incorporates connection and learning! I work well with developmentally challenged children. I pick-up evening shifts and weekends as my schedule permits. 1. 5 Years...
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Brenda K.


Kirkland, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time-full Time Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Children are thee most vulnerable and valuable things on earth, so some of my my goals are to make sure that they feel loved, cared for and safe. I have been working with children from the time I was 15. I have worked with newborns to children up to 11 years old, children with special needs, and siblings. I am infant/child/adult...
Brenda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We interviewed and then hired Brenda for our two children (8 and 6 year olds) as an afternoon nanny. She was very responsive to our messages prior to meeting, and was very welcoming to our questions when we interviewed her. The kids feel comfortable with her."

Merryjane F.

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Nicole H.


Bellevue, WA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Nicole. I am a fun, playful, organized, patient nanny. I have 16+years of paid experience. Working with many different families and backgrounds. Professionally, I am a special education teacher. I have been working with children with developmental disabilities for the past 6 years, part of that time I have done ABA...
5.0
"Excellent. Caring and reliable. Goes up and above her line of duty. Nicole remains calm in difficult situations and brings a breadth of fresh air to the family as a whole. She is really amazing."

Care member

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Marguerite S.


Woodinville, WA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Marguerite and I am currently living/ working / going to school in Woodinville, WA. I have worked with children my whole life and it is something I believe I was made to do, take care of little ones. I absolutely love it and it is my main passion in life! I have a lot of experience starting around 10 years old,...
Marguerite can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Marguerite was a wonderful nanny- very kind, loving and patient. Our girls love her! She is a great person, inside and out! Any family would be lucky to have her."

Christa M.

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Mikeshia M.


Bellevue, WA

$33-43/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver Seeking Client

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Loving and patient, licensed caregiver with 10 years + of experience seeks to help with your loved one. While I have cared for diverse backgrounds including but not limited to physically disabled/ special needs youth / and adults, most of my experience has been built around caring for seniors. Whether your loved needs assistance...
Mikeshia can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"From the very beginning, she presented herself in a most professional manner—pleasant, confident, well dressed, extremely conversant regarding healthcare details, and very energetic. Listens well. "

Care member

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Ashley A.


Bellevue, WA

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I have been with my most recent family for 4 years, they have a now 2 and 4-year-old. Most of my almost 9 years of experience has been with infants and toddlers however I have also volunteered in elementary and middle schools helping children who were struggling and needed extra support. I am an Early Childhood Education...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ashley came through last minute when our babysitter bailed last minute. She was punctual, asked great questions and did a great job with our boys! "

Care member

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Susan H.


Carnation, WA

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Amazing Infant/child Care Provider!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Rate: $30/hr Available Long term or short term care: Mon & Fri available starting Sept 1, 2024 Date Night/Overnight Care (including newborns): Sunday - Friday (available hours: 6p - 6a) My 5yo daughter would be with me. References available upon request. I specialize in both infant and special needs care and have...
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Susan is great! She is punctual and wonderful with our baby. I feel very comfortable with her and trust her with our son. She's watched our son several times now, and she's become our regular date night babysitter."

Ashley A.

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Destiny R.


Kirkland, WA

$17-25/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Destiny and I have experience working with children with special needs. I have experience in ABA working with children ages 0-25 yrs. old. doing both Natural Environmental Teaching as well as DTT and I love what I do! I also have experience working with children who are developmentally delayed in speech, cognition,...
5.0
"Destiny proved to be extremely reliable and very professional. She gave 100% to our kiddo, we're so fortunate to have found Desinty to meet our daughters needs. "

Care member

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Michaela B.


Kirkland, WA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Michaela and I am a 29-year-old, fun loving, hardworking, compassionate, conscientious married woman from Washington State. I have experience caring for all ages, from newborns + for over 10 years! I also have experience caring for special needs children. I have previously been employed full time as Nanny, and I've...
Michaela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We were nervous leaving our son with a sitter for the first time but Michaela was great with him. She sent pictures throughout the night of them doing art and playing games. My son said he had fun and wanted her to come back. "

Crystal B.

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Destiny C.


Kirkland, WA

$25-42/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Destiny, I am 20 and have been babysitting since I can remember, I have always been around kids and I am very interested in child psychology, so I know a lot of random facts about how their brains work and function. I enjoy working with families & creating a strong & healthy bond with them. I have experience with...
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Destiny was prompt, caring, and our toddler enjoyed spending time with her. We would hire her again :)."

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