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Cyriacus M.


Centralia, WA

$18-21/hr2 yrs exp

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I am a humble, caring, loving, creative and professional centered individual. Caring for people it does not come by chance, but it's God given gift to serve people in need. I am a perceptive person who works under no supervision, but who can work under any pressure. I also posses a good cooking skills that help develop different...
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Chelsea J.


Dupont, WA

$17-30/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter/Nanny Available Part Time, Full Time, Anytime!

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love kids! My experience includes caring for an adventurous 2-year-old, a pair of 5-year-olds, 8-year-old twins, and students with special needs and behavioral disorder ages 11-18. I can help with chores, meal time, homework, driving to extracurricular activities, bath time, and bed time. I am extremely organized and...
Chelsea can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Chelsea was wonderful with our 3 month old daughter. She was very flexible with our scheduling needs. She provided great care for our daughter, while keeping her engaged and entertained. "

Baillie L.

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Odeline F.


Olympia, WA

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time/full-time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 24-year-old college student with a health management degree. I work at a lab drawing patients blood but I also worked in a nursing home and hospital and have experience working with special needs. I am CPR certified. I started mommy helping when I was very young and I started babysitting at 13. I have cared for children...
Odeline can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Odeline is a born caregiver. She's awesome with kids-helpful, compassionate, caring, but also responsible and authoritative. I'd trust her to babysit kids of any age and would recommend her without hesitation. "

Annie R.

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Claudia A.


Yelm, WA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

About me I am really a nice person, very patience, happy, sometimes shy and quite, but just for a while, and organized person in matters of my job (working with children) funny, easygoing, with great manners. I like to respect your space as a family, your culture and be honest. The most important in my life is my family, which I...
Claudia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Claudia is absolutely amazing and we miss her so much. She worked for us in New York City for 2 years. We have 3 girls, 1 with special needs and she was amazing with every one of them. Claudia is a gem and I wish she was still in NYC to stay with our family...

Allyson B.

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Mariana R.


Lacey, WA

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced childcare looking for a side job in the afternoon and late night, 4years of experience, Passionate about making a positive impact in your kids I am a patient, easy going, flexible and creative nanny. Outdoors person, board games and crafts are my favorite. I enjoy looking for fun ways to spend time with the kids...
Mariana can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mariana is great, she is super caring, loves activities and pay so much attention to details. She would take really good care of your little ones. "

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Bethany G.


Olympia, WA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In my 12 years of experience, I have worked with children from 3-17 years old. I studied psychology with a focus in applied behavior analysis working with children with Autism. My work experience is with special needs and normal functioning children in a variety of settings. I love to find new ways to make learning fun. I enjoy,...
Bethany can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My children adore Bethany. With her background she has been able to teach me how to pick up on some of my child's anxiety cues and my children feel very at ease with her. I would hire her as a live in nanny in a heartbeat if I could!"

Brooke M.

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Jacci B.


Olympia, WA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Infant/Toddler Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of experience as a professional nanny/17 years as a mom. I'm a special needs bus driver in Olympia throughout the school year. I am definitely a "kid person". I love caring for babies and helping new parents in the beginning phase of family life. It's a passion and something I've had the privilege to specialize...
Jacci can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jacci was amazing with our kiddo! Not only does she radiate care, love and joy, with a natural easy goingness. She is flexible, on time, and initiated taking out kiddo on all sorts of adventures. Could not recommend her more! "

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Alexandra D.


Olympia, WA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I am a locally located state employee with bachelors and graduate degrees, and I nannied all through college! I continue to take on small care assignments since I miss being around kiddos so often! I take a child-led approach and regularly encourage them to expand their confidence and skills. I'm not afraid to get messy with...
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Pamela J.


Olympia, WA

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Educated Care/Support

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm happy to care for all of your loved one's needs and I have the education and the background to do so successfully. I understand the emotional and physical toll that it can take taking care of a loved one. I'm a compassionate and sensitive person that understands the importance of maintaining as much personal Independence and...
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Winter C.


Roy, WA

$18-24/hr15 yrs exp

Part-time And Full-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Winter and I am a teacher and caregiver with heart. I put forth my all into everything that I do, and have the ability to connect with children easily. Providing a safe and nurturing environment for them is paramount. I have over 10 years of experience and several of those years working with children with special...
Winter can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great with kids and communication!"

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Carly M.


Olympia, WA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My background is in working with youth, and I have experience working with people on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, ADHD and behavioral challenges. I am able to follow provided behavior supports. I am capable monitoring activities, preparing meals, changing of clothes and assisting in the bathroom. I have a very grounded,...
I have worked with 3-24-year-olds who have special needs and cared for them. I would like to expand my knowledge and help anyone in need of help
Daniela can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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Addison B.


Olympia, WA

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Looking For Extra Part Time Work As A Babysitter Or With Pet Care!

Ive been volunteering in childcare for about 8 years with young children, and more recently have begun babysitting regularly for kids with special needs. I have two part time jobs and online college, and I'm looking for extra work with babysitting and pet care! Im really great with kids of all ages, and I have a pretty flexible...
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Trysten S.


Olympia, WA

$15-17/hr5 yrs exp

I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children while providing reliable support to families. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendly nature, allows me to connect with children and create a positive, engaging environment. I believe in clear and open communication with parents, ensuring they...
Trysten can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Chelsea J.


Dupont, WA

$17-40/hr2 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked with special needs students since I was in high school. Before I relocated to Texas, I worked as a paraeducator at an adaptive programs school from ages 11-21. I have experience in working with kids with autism, bipolar disorder, attachment disorder, and even childhood onset schizophrenia. I believe that special...
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Claire S.


Lacey, WA

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver

Hello! I am 24 years old and I have experience in childcare through previous church nursery experience, babysitting, and my current job. I work as a SPED paraeducator during the school year at an elementary school in Lacey, and I am looking for a nanny or frequent babysitting position for the summer and then in the evenings/on...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Allyson H.


Olympia, WA

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Care? I'm Your Gal!

My name is Allyson! I am 29 and have a 8-year-old daughter. I have worked in daycare for roughly 5 years and I currently work in Olympia School District and have been since 2019, I work in SPED and currently working in the preschool program I have been working with kids since I was 10 years old and I have my AAST in Early...
I have worked as an Early Childhood Teacher before and l worked with children with special needs. I have experience and it is good to also learn more each and every day as you get to have more experience in the field. Children with special needs are to be cared for with love, patience, kindness and empathy.
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Clarissa M.


Olympia, WA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Professional C.N.A.

I have past experience being a nanny, and I have managed group homes for special needs in the past as well. I, for the last six months, I have been a housemate/caregiver to a person with Down's Syndrome. I have now moved to WA as of 4/1/2023.
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Kiersten S.


Yelm, WA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Kiersten. I would describe my personality as fun, caring and kind. I am 33 years old, I have an 11-year-old son diagnosed with ADHD, ODD and is waiting to be tested to see if he's on the spectrum. I also have 2 step daughters that are 13 and 20. I started working with kids when I was 12 years old and could babysit. I...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tenino, WA

Chelsea J.

5.0

Chelsea was wonderful with our 3 month old daughter. She was very flexible with our scheduling needs. She provided great care for our daughter, while keeping her engaged and entertained.

- Baillie L.

Odeline F.

5.0

Odeline is incredibly engaged when she cares for my 5 year old daughter. She is patient, kind and always looking out for my daughters safety. I trust her implicitly and never have a thing to worry about when she's in charge.

- Amanda M.

Claudia A.

5.0

Claudia is absolutely amazing and we miss her so much. She worked for us in New York City for 2 years. We have 3 girls, 1 with special needs and she was amazing with every one of them. Claudia is a gem and I wish she was still in NYC to stay with our family forever.

- Allyson B.

Mariana R.

5.0

Mariana is wonderful with my 5 month old and has been a tremendous help. She is always on time, knowledgeable about babies (which is extremely helpful for first time parents like ourselves) & is flexible. I’m so glad we found her!

- Nicole T.

Bethany G.

5.0

My children adore Bethany. With her background she has been able to teach me how to pick up on some of my child's anxiety cues and my children feel very at ease with her. I would hire her as a live in nanny in a heartbeat if I could!

- Brooke M.

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