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68 special needs caregivers are listed in Tacoma, WA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Tacoma, WA

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Shannon D.


Tacoma, WA

$17-22/hr7 yrs exp

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I have over 5 years experience working with minor children, including special-needs children. I am CPR and first aid certified. I've worked in private and public settings while caring for children. I'm comfortable working within a multi family home and assisting with transportation needs. My experience has allowed me to...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Grace K.


Tacoma, WA

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

I have been the only babysitter in my neighborhood growing up. I have taught on the Navajo Reservation in a special needs classroom for six years. I have worked at summer camps throughout college and high school. I worked at a summer camp with the Salvation Army and Spinia Bifida Camp in Western Pennsylvania.
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Absydi W.


Tacoma, WA

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hey my name is Absydi, I am currently 19 y/o and attending college to become a Medical Assistant. I am the oldest of 3 siblings including twins that are now 7 who I watched and cared for since they were born. My experience includes changing diapers, bottle feeding, bathing, playing, napping, clothing, transportation, etc. I'm...
Absydi can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Enriqua B.


Tacoma, WA

$18-30/hr5 yrs exp

Theatre, Artist And Fun! Oh My!

Hello! I have 5 years of experience working with adolescents and teenagers. From painting, games, and fun theatre activities, to tutoring, writing and literary skills. These are passions of mine I always bring to the table to share with adolescents as this is my group of expertise. I also have experience in the mental health...
Enriqua can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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Becky E.


Tacoma, WA

$24-30/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Friendly Nanny

I have been working in childcare for the past nine years. My experience started in a daycare as a teacher, and I started nannying shortly after! I have worked with children of all ages, and have experience caring for multiples as well as children with special needs. As an employee I am punctual, clean, and reliable. As a nanny,...
Becky can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Roseline M.


Tacoma, WA

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Caregiver, Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm experience in caring for children and adults. Mother of four and Granny to 5. I helped with both parents and special needs older brother. I'm reliable, honest, and hardworking. I was employed at a daycare, too many children to be exposed to, so now looking for employment. Full time work is what I desire. I love helping those...
Roseline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lauren B.


Tacoma, WA

$21-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hi my name is ren. I'm currently 20 and have been working with children on and off since I was 16. My first teaching experience was volunteering with a special needs pre-k program with my high school for over 6 months. Later I completed part of my early childhood education degree and became a floater working with infants- school...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
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Molly F.


Tacoma, WA

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

I am a pediatric speech-language pathologist with 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am comfortable with newborns, multiples, and children with special needs, overnight care, transportation, errands, meal-prep, light housekeeping, and pet care.
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Amber T.


Tacoma, WA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible Sitter Available For Hire!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mom of 2 school aged boys with flexible schedule available for childcare needs. Over 20 years of experience with children Birth-18. Special needs experience and extensive experience with Autism/ADHD/OCD.
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sbeydy C.


Tacoma, WA

$21-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hi! Thank you for reading my bio. I have experience working with children of all ages as I am the oldest child in a very large family. I have also tutored children ages 10-15 for after school programs, I have worked with special needs children through special olympics for 3 years and love to keep children active and entertained....
Sbeydy can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachel C.


Tacoma, WA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Your Kids Dream Nanny/sitter

New to Tacoma and Looking for a Wonderful Family to Work With! Working with children and infants is my true passion. After spending the last four years exploring other careers, I've realized that nothing is as fulfilling as being a nanny. I absolutely loved working with my previous family, and the kids loved me just as...
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Megan P.


Tacoma, WA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing Educator, Mother To Be

I've been a special education teacher in Puyallup since 2012. Before that, I worked in a childcare facility and babysat children from 6 months old - 5 years old while attending college. I love all children but have special expertise with children with special needs like deafness, ADHD, Asperger, and other disabilities.
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Chelsea M.


Tacoma, WA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Flexible Nanny/Sitter

Thank you for checking out my profile! My name is Chelsea, I am 35 years old and I have more than 15 years of experience raising and caring for children of all ages. Previously I worked as a full time nanny for an amazing family with 2 kids ages 1&3. As a teenager I worked as a nanny and as an assistant pre school teacher. I...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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Ruby J N.


Tacoma, WA

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Ruby and am a sophomore at the University of Puget Sound. I am working to become an elementary school teacher with my degree in science. I have been a Babysitter/Nanny for almost 9 years starting at age 11 but am new to Care. com. I have been a swim instructor for both metro parks and currently the Ymca teaching ages...
Ruby J can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Heran B.


Tacoma, WA

$22-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Hera. I'm a pre-nursing major at Pacific Lutheran University. My certifications and experience- Certified Nursing Assistant BLS Certified CPR Certified Experience working with special needs children I love kids and animals, and I'm willing to help out around the house!
Heran can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Kate P.


Tacoma, WA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Full or Part-Time Nanny Available

Hello! My name is Kate, and I live on the Gig Harbor area. During the week I work with students who have special needs as a pediatric occupational therapy practitioner for a local school district, and in an outpatient pediatric clinic over summer breaks. Prior to becoming an OT practitioner, I was a career nanny for 20+ years,...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alyssa B.


Tacoma, WA

$28-40/hr13 yrs exp

Joyful And Loving Nanny

Hello there! My name is Alyssa. I am an experienced caregiver with 10-plus years of experience working with children. My experiences include nannying for children between the ages of 5 months and 5 years old. For 6 years, I have worked with special needs students. Most importantly, I will provide a safe, fun, and loving...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Cassidy S.


Tacoma, WA

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

I have over five years of experience in caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to this profession, and I strive to make a positive impact on their lives. As a patient, and creative individual, I will absolutely ensure that your children feel safe, supported and have fun...
Cassidy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Shannon D.


Tacoma, WA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 10 years experience working with vulnerable adults, needing a range of assistance. I am CPR and first aid certified. I've worked in private and public settings while caring for adults. I'm comfortable working within a multi family home and assisting with transportation needs. My experience has allowed me to...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, respite care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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Stevi K.


Tacoma, WA

$29/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caring Companion

My name is Stevi Rose and I am a current nursing student and CNA, HCA, CPR/ BLS certified with over 10 years experience working with seniors and adults with special needs. I helped managed a HUD certified senior independent living facility for 8 years and have experience working with adults with developmental disabilities as...
Stevi can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Ratings for Tacoma, WA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Tacoma, WA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 68 listed special needs caregivers.