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Shasta H.


Marysville, WA

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Young Ambitious Individual

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I am the oldest of 7 and one of my little brothers has speech and behavioral issues that we have been working on as a family. He is a wonderful little boy that just is the sweetest thing. As a family we do everything we can to make him feel as normal and loved as possible! My boyfriend, whom I live with, has a little sister that...
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Shannon P.


Everett, WA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced For Almost Any Child/Adult/Elderly Situation.

My passion is taking care of people. I have been blessed to be a mother of 4 boys. Ages 21-30. I started babysitting all my neighbors kids and siblings at the age of 13 and I have never stopped. I have experience with all sorts of situations. I work during the school year at an elemantry school where I assist the teachers with...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as patient, creative, passionate, and nurturing. I love working with kids because it brings me joy to help them grow. Whether it's learning about and supporting what interests them, helping them do schoolwork, harnessing our creative abilities through art and games, or helping them acquire new life...
Aiden can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Christina C.


Arlington, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated, Compassionate And Reliable Caregiver.

I have over 25yrs experience in providing direct care. Assisting with daily living skills. Helping with meals, dressing, bathing, transfers, and other needs. I have experience in long-term care, restorative care, special needs, hospice, hospital surgical, pre-op and post op care. I enjoy working with people and my focus is...
Christina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Kathryn A.


Mount Vernon, WA

$19-26/hr

Special Needs Mom

Hi! I remember how hard it was to find care for my son (with ADHD, sensory integration disorder) and his brothers. Now I would like to give back. Available weekends, occasional evenings and overnights on weekends.
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Debbie S.


Arlington, WA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been caring for children and youth for over 25 years and have provided exceptional care for children with various learning delays and other special needs. I am compassionate about giving all children and youth the opportunity to reach their full potential and be supported, respected and loved by their caregiver. I...

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Ashlie! I am a fun and gentle soul who loves working with children of all ages. I grew up with a special needs sister and am completely comfortable with special needs caregiving / babysitting. I have worked with children on the Autism spectrum and nonverbal children. Outside of working with children, I am a self...
Ashlie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tiffany R.


Arlington, WA

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

HCA/ CNA

Started working in the healthcare field in 2017. I have been a certified HCA since. I have been a CNA for 3 years. Worked with kids, adults, and elders with general care needs and developmental disabilities.
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Alyssa W.


Lake Stevens, WA

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My previous experience with special needs patients has been related to elderly care, specifically Alzheimer's and Dementia care. In this position, I practiced patience, quality care and compassion towards my residents and lifting & transferring of individuals. Also having working in a Preschool/ Daycare facility, I have worked...
I used to work in care center taken care of multiple different types of care for infants, teenagers young adults in elderly. With all types of special needs. I love working with special needs people because I'm passionate about the work I do with the special I'm . easy-going patient loving, careful And responsible and Ani love...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started babysitting my younger brother when I was about 9 years old. I have experience with normal babysitting/childcare. Also experience in being a nanny for two separate families one of those families being a family with four children one of them having special needs with a feeding tube and etc.. I also have experience in...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hey there, my name is Dani :) I am an Occupational Therapist in the skilled rehab setting and a mama to 2 rescued fur babies Cabo (dog) and Abu (cat). I was a care provider throughout college through Care. com for children and adults with disabilities, as well as pet care for dogs and cats. I have extensive clinical and work...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kelsey L.


Lake Stevens, WA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Community College Student

I'm employed full-time, but am looking to sit for a family every once in a while. I just moved to HI from Seattle, where I was working as a children's social worker. I miss interacting with children on a regular basis and would like to build a bond with a family here. I have been caring for kids for 10 years and am able to care...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tiffany R.


Arlington, WA

$22-50/hr6 yrs exp

HCA/CNA

Been working in healthcare for about 7years. Worked in 3 facilities, rehab, long term care. Have previously worked with COPD patients, Special needs, and general care needs. Enjoy taking care of others and I am super passionate about my job!
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Hiel S.


Lake Stevens, WA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hello! I have had experience babysitting children since I was 13 years old, and have babysat children from ages 3 months, to 9 years old. I have cared for children with special needs (autism), and am also CPR and First Aid certified specifically for children. I was also a preschool teacher for two years before pursuing a career...
Hiel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Hey there, my name is Dani :) I am an Occupational Therapist in the skilled rehab setting and a mama to 2 rescued fur babies Cabo (dog) and Abu (cat). I was a care provider throughout college through Care. com for children and adults with disabilities, as well as pet care for dogs and cats. I have extensive clinical and work...
Danielle can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, respite care, hospice services, meal prep & more
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Adalee A.


Everett, WA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Child Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up in a large family of 7 kids. Two with special needs. I was a nanny for several years until I started working in geriatrics. I have a passion for caring for others. I love to nurture, help and support others who need it. I am patient, kind, loving and quick to adapt and solve. I am good under pressure or in stressful...
Adalee can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

My great grandma lived in our multi-generational home while I was growing up. She had Alzheimer's and limited mobility. I grew up helping change her diapers and linens and getting her in and out of bed. I loved listening to her stories and hearing her sing. She is the reason why I learned to plan the violin, and later this...
Aya can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I've looked after children since I was 15, I sing and cook/bake, love to play games and go outside, I have experience looking after newborns, infants, toddlers and kids (including twins!). I love pets, all animals are awesome. I have looked after special needs children before, and I am CPR/First Aid certified.
Vivianna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kayana E.


Marysville, WA

$18-24/hr6 yrs exp

Creative And Gentle Caregiver

I have a BA in early childhood education and disability, with lots of experience with special needs. I have 6 years of experience on this site, this is just a new account since I got married! I have plenty of previous families who can be referenced or reached out to by other families if they'd like to hear about my prior care! I...
Kayana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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