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Lucia M.


Yakima, WA

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

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I have a bit over 2 years of experience. I'm currently in college to earn a degree in early childhood education and currently work in a family development center. I work with ages 2-5 specifically children with behaviors. I am looking for a family(s) who need weekend or occasional help as I work full time at an early education...
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Yesenia G.


Yakima, WA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Creative Caregiver

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support. I have experience mostly with elderly with dementia/Alzheimer/developmental disabilities. Some experience with children with Autism. Familiar with assisting with medications and meal planning for diabetes and other...
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Stefani C H.


Yakima, WA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

EMT Looking For Overnight Work

Hello! I am a certified EMT looking for a family to work for on overnight shifts while parents are working graveyards. I work a regular job during the day, so my availability is limited to overnights and an occasional weekend. I have experience with kids of all ages, including some special needs, pets, housekeeping, and an array...
Stefani C can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Elizabeth H.


Yakima, WA

$17-19/hr5 yrs exp

I have 5 years of experience with babysitting, taking care of, and nannying children from the ages of new born to 12 years old. I am experienced with working with special needs children. I am more than happy to help with dinner, cleaning, laundry, and any other way I can help you around the house. I'm majoring in Elementary...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Isabelle O.


Yakima, WA

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Child Caregiver

Child Caregiver Hello! My name is Isabelle and I am 21 years old. I am currently working towards my Bachelors in both Elementary Education and Special Education. I have 7+ years experience with children, including those with special needs. I have loved every second of it! I live a very active and creative lifestyle, I love...
Isabelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Stephanie L.


Yakima, WA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

CNA/Para Educator/Mom

I have worked/volunteered with special needs children and Head Start children. I worked at East Valley Central for a year until my contract ended. Then I worked as a waitress for a year. I worked at Wapato school district with children with special needs. I worked as a CNA at a nursing home in Yakima for 2 years. I...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Leticia E.


Yakima, WA

$17-22/hr4 yrs exp

I have 5+ years of experience in care giving because I grew up taking of my niece and nephews they are like my siblings to me. My niece has special needs and her parents counted on me to care for her because I was really good at comforting and calming her down in her tantrum moments. I prepped meals and bottles, kept them...
Leticia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Odessa C.


Selah, WA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

**Currently a nanny for family who has offered their home to nanny share. I have been caring for children for over 42 years. I have been a nanny for several families for children 2 weeks to 12 years old. I have been a preschool teacher, Head Start Behavior Coach, Director working with 25-30 children ages 5-12, and a Respite Care...
Odessa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Odessa was absolutely wonderful with my three small children. They took to her right away and run to hug her when she comes to "play with them". She made it a point to spend quality time with them, is conscious about healthy care and food, and is comfortable...

Joanne K.

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Odessa C.


Selah, WA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full- Time Care Giver Available

I first started working with special needs children when I was in elementary school. I volunteered in the special education pre-school, as well as the special needs class for adults. I was a respite care provider for special needs children. All of the children were either in the foster care system or children who had been...
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Beth L.


Tieton, WA

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Calm Spirit

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm not certified in home care, but do have much experience with elder care. My mother had lung cancer and my father had dementia. I also worked in a retirement facility as a licensed hairdresser. I helped with transportation to and from my shop. I have a lot of patience for those with limited abilities. I was also a certified...
Beth can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, transportation, dementia, light cleaning & more

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