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Chelsea M.


Tacoma, WA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Flexible Nanny/Sitter

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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
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Jennifer C.


Lakewood, WA

$19-30/hr2 yrs exp

Professional And Patient Caregiver

Hello, my name is Jennifer. I am a professional and patient caregiver. My most recent experience was caring for one disabled person for the past two years. I assisted with her morning and evening routine which included feeding, bathing, administering medication, household chores, feeding, and hygiene. I have experience with...
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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ingrid W.


Tacoma, WA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Cheerful And Passionate

I have experienced cared for Geriatric Patients with special needs from toileting, medications, feeding, transferring them from bed to chair or go outside for some activities and visiting doctors appointment.
Ingrid can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning
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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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Shannon D.


Tacoma, WA

$17-22/hr7 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
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Callista D.


Puyallup, WA

$20-40/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Professional With Special Needs Training

I am a creative, patient, and reliable person with about 6 years of experience working with special needs grades k-6 in the school district. I am willing to help with homework and do other additional tasks if requested. I am very organized, able to multitask and enjoy finding creative activities to do. With my experience I am...
Callista can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Colin M.


Tacoma, WA

$14-24/hr4 yrs exp

currently a special needs care provider through DDA. my hours have recently went down so joined care. com go get some more hours. I have a pretty open schedule and willing to work weekends!
Colin can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Gabrielle M.


Lakewood, WA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Behavior Technician

Hi, my name is Elle. :) I work as a Behavior Technician in an educational setting. I have worked at a day facility for adults with special needs as well. I am pretty comfortable and familiar with the needs of these types of jobs. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask. I'm never sure what to put in bios....

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a caregiver with 2 years experience who loves giving care. Health department has been my area of interest and I just love working with my clients .
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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Isabelle J.


Tacoma, WA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have 3 years experience caring for those with special needs and I have always been passionate about my work, helping others. Reach out to me for more information!
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Desiree Z.


Tacoma, WA

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

Having grown up with 2 brothers with fragile x syndrome one more sever than the other and a son with ADHD I've had many years of experience with kiddos who learn at a different pace than others. It's a gift to be able to see the world through their eyes.
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Matty P.


Tacoma, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse With Child Care Experience Seeks Summer Jobs

I have been a registered nurse for 10 years and recently graduated from Nurse Practitioner school. My husband and I live in Hawaii but are spending the summer in the Tacoma area while I await credentialing at my new job in Hawaii. As a nurse, I worked in the ICU with adults for 6. 5 years and also worked in other fields...
Matty can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Heran B.


Tacoma, WA

$22-25/hr1 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Nana H.


Tacoma, WA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

20+years As A Certified Nursing Assistant!! Plus Youth & Family Peer Counselor Certified!!

Work with a wide diversity of families diagnosed with mental disabilities. Dementia, Down Syndrome, Bipolar disorder, Multiple sclerosis, post traumatic stress, brain injuries, drug & alcohol issues... and many more!!
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Jessica F.


Dupont, WA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

A Mother W Special Needs Children

I have had years and experience working w Special needs children. I've volunteered at multiple schools in Special Needs Classes. I've worked along side w the head Psychologist from UW in our home for 4 years. I am certified in floor time therapy. I've dedicated my life w continual studies for children w Autism, sensory...
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Lisa A.


Gig Harbor, WA

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Lisa A

Hello! I am a current student at CSU living in Fort Collins. I babysat throughout middle/high school and have experience working with special needs children through school programs. I have always enjoyed working with kids and would love to have the opportunity to babysit/nanny while I am still in school. I am currently looking...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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