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253 special needs caregivers are listed in Seattle, WA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Seattle, WA
Chantel M.
Seattle, WA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Nanny With MA In Art Therapy And LPC
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I have worked at a school for children with special needs for the last 4 years and I have been nannying part time as well for a family with 3 children for almost 5 years.
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Hi my name is Madeleine!
A little about me- I graduated from Gettysburg College in 2020 with a degree in psychology. I am currently pursing a master's degree in Speech Language Pathology at UW. My twin sister has developmental disabilities, and I am extremely passionate about working with people with disabilities. I have...
5.0
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Greetings, I'm Sinira (Sin), a compassionate and experienced special needs caretaker dedicated to providing exceptional support for individuals with unique abilities. With a genuine passion for fostering independence and enhancing the quality of life, I bring a wealth of experience and a heart committed to making a positive...
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As I am a Special Education Major at Chapman University, I am extremely passionate about caring for those with special need. I have extensive experience in the classroom setting and adequate experience in a household setting. I have a young cousin with Downs Syndrome and a close friend with an Autistic child. For as long as I...
5.0
"Sara is amazing...compassionate, genuine, dependable and responsible and a delight to have around. She took care of my six year old son and nine year old daughter over the summer and they simply loved her. She...
Reviewed by Sarupa W.
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I received my endorsement in Special Ed in 2007 and have taught in K - 12 grades for 4 years (learning disabled), most often in MT on reservations. In addition, I have worked with other special needs students as a substitute in the schools (for example, a boy in preschool who had Down syndrome).
Salaovea V.
Seattle, WA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello. I am a mother of 5 children. I have been working as a caregiver for over 20 years on and off. I am very reliable and need less supervision. I have worked for elderly's of all kinds from Dementia, Total-care, cancer , hospice and not limited to companion. I am very honest and hardworking. I am very very compassionate at...
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Hi, I'm Taylor. I have worked as an HCA for nearly 10 years. I have work experience with autism, ADHD, Angelman's syndrome, schizophrenia, bpd, seizure disorders, FAS, Down syndrome, types 1 & 2 diabetes, cancer, depression, anxiety and spina bifida.
I have worked with many memory care patients experiencing beginning stages of...
5.0
"Taylor is attentive, caring and patient. She paid attention to the individuals we serve and their needs helping them achieve their goals with a smile even on the toughest days."
Reviewed by Lindsay S.
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I have worked in private households and group homes over the last 20 years, providing primary and respite care for special needs clients of all ages. I provide support for assisting clients with daily living skills (including bathing and bathroom functions), regular outings, and doctors' appointments. I can cook and do light...
5.0
"She is great and very dependable. She is currently still working for us!!"
Reviewed by Kristina G.
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My experience with special needs has been primarily with children who have autism. I am very patient, loving, and kind and that allows me to make deeper bonds with the children I care for. I also have an adult cousin who is autistic, and a sister in law who is developmentally disabled. I am open to caring for adults or children...
Francisco S.
Seattle, WA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time/part Time Caregiver Available, With Formal Training And Extensive Experience.
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I'm a clinician (a bilingual family physician from Mexico preparing the medical boards, hence this work that I love will be ideal for me for the next 1. 5 years), with extensive experience taking care of the elder, and disabled/special needs of any age. In addition, I went through a comprehensive certification process in Nursing...
5.0
"Very dependable and trust worthy. I would hire Francisco again if needed. He will take care of you. He's also a good listener and extremely caring."
Reviewed by Charles L.
Emily I.
Seattle, WA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I am in my last year of occupational therapy school to receive my entry level doctorate. I have been working with children with a wide variety of abilities for over 10 years in early intervention, respite care, camp, and behavior technician settings. I have completed two full-time clinical rotations in occupational therapy, one...
5.0
"She has been with us for about 5 months and all I can say is she is a brilliant person! Since she is familiar with autism, she followed my son's lead very well, tried to engage with him. I could really feel...
Reviewed by Bora K.
Mihra N.
Seattle, WA
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi dear, my name is Mihra. I am an individual provider. I have 10 years experience. I have experience working with children and elderly adults.
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I've worked with a lady that has mental diseases, bi-polar, dementia, etc. Been a caregiver, medical assistant, and NAR. I'm very passionate about taking care of people that need special care so they can have a quality of life. Been in medical 15 years and dental 15 years.
5.0
"It is a true pleasure for me to write this letter of recommendation for Bonnie B. Bonnie has worked as my daughter's caregiver on two occasions, so that I could go on a much needed vacation. My daughter is a...
Reviewed by Suzanne G.
Andrew H.
Seattle, WA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, my name is Andrew and I was born and raised in Washington, and I live in the Seattle area. Currently, I work with students with severe and profound autism, in addition to other individuals with disabilities at the high school level in a self-contained classroom setting. I also have experience working at the elementary and...
5.0
"Thanks for reviewing Andrew. We have had care from Andrew previously for my disabled daughter and would highly recommend him. He is thoughtful of the needs of our kids; emotional, physical and social support is...
Reviewed by Brandy P.
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Hi, my name is Nicolas, but you can call me Nico! I am 25 years old and hold Bachelor's in Psychological and Brain Sciences. I have moved to New York to work at Cornell's Center for Autism and the Developing Brain before continuing my education as a School Psychologist. I have over 5 years of experience in clinical, school,...
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I am a passionate former home school mom of a talented 20-year-old son. I have worked as a nanny, a driver for a local families with tweens and teens, a teacher of English, Ecology, and Global Awareness for a home school enrichment program in Seattle, and a caregiver for disabled and elderly folks. I have cooked in a school for...
5.0
"Holly has helped me with patient advocacy. She goes the extra mile to confirm the detail and make sure all tasks are done, and is always friendly and trustworthy."
Reviewed by Karen V.
5.0
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From a young age-and as a big sister to 4 younger siblings- I have always had a passion for guiding and working with children :-) Currently being a stay at home mom caring for and homeschooling my children ages 3mos-10 years old. I'm ready to jump back into nannying full time now while my husband takes a turn & stays home.
I...
5.0
"Of all Hope's strengths and there are many her greatest is her flexibility. She can just as easy entertain each one of our kids. She devotes her full attention to each child and gives each what he or she...
Reviewed by Nailea R.
Chloe G.
Seattle, WA
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.0
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I'm Chloe! I've babysat all my life, and started nannying two years ago. I'm dependable and experienced, ready to be flexible with your family's needs.
I began nannying with one family in Montana, I worked with them for a year. The kids are 10-year-old twins, and one is non verbal with Down syndrome. Working with kids who have...
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I have over 20 years experience, as a babysitter, nanny and preschool teacher. I received my training at the preschool owned and operated by Princeton University. I have a B. A. in English Literature and Art History from Hobart and William Smith Colleges.
I have experience taking care of children aged 3 months and up, as well...
3.0
"We were so excited after our phone interview with Annika, truly a great conversation... but she cancelled both times when we had scheduled to meet in-person to see if she'd be a good fit for a long term nanny...
Reviewed by Whitney W.
5.0
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Being the oldest child , I have had experience being around children for more than half of my life. Growing up I was the extra set of hands, the extra parent that was needed in order to help my parents with daily tasks. Being around kids is a norm that I feel comfortable with and I genuinely enjoy being around them and feel that...
5.0
"Brianna was our regular family babysitter and bedtime helper for three kids under 5YO for one year until we (sadly) moved. She is reliable, caring, and fun!"
Reviewed by Monika C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Seattle, WA
Sara F.
5.0
Sara is amazing...compassionate, genuine, dependable and responsible and a delight to have around. She took care of my six year old son and nine year old daughter over the summer and they simply loved her. She drove them around, played with them, helped with their home work, and really took special...
- Sarupa W.
Taylor H.
5.0
Taylor was great with my 2 year old! I would highly recommended her!
- Jenny M.
Katherine M.
5.0
She is great and very dependable. She is currently still working for us!!
- Kristina G.
Francisco S.
5.0
Francisco is amazing. He worked for our family for six months providing care for our family member that had ALS and we cannot speak highly enough of him. As medical providers ourselves, our expectations were high, but Francisco exceeded them all. He worked night shift, and assisted with feeding,...
- Carolyn P.
Emily I.
5.0
She has been with us for about 5 months and all I can say is she is a brilliant person! Since she is familiar with autism, she followed my son's lead very well, tried to engage with him. I could really feel that she is genuinely tried to help my son. Me and my husband very much appreciate her as our...
- Bora K.
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Ratings for Seattle, WA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Seattle, WA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 120 reviews of the 253 listed special needs caregivers.