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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Orem, UT

The average rate is $16/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Orem, UT

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Jina H.


Orem, UT

$15-35/hr2 yrs exp

Fun,Loving, Responsible And Experienced

5.0

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I have worked with children to adult special needs for over 2 years now. I have worked in home and outside of the home for activities. I have helped take care of all sorts of diagnoses from autism to Prader Willi. Tasks that I have assisted with include teeth brushing, bathing, chores around the house and driving them to needed...
5.0
"Jina is very reliable and easy to get along with. She is following up with tasks and suggested extra help I need."

Reviewed by Jill F.

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Emily L.


Orem, UT

$33/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a nanny for 3 little ones, including a newborn, and am looking for a summer job! I am a history and education major who loves to help kids explore and learn! I have 6 years of experience in nannying and babysitting and my last nannying position was for 12 kids, some with special needs and learning disabilities. I love...
5.0
"We hired Emily for a whole week. She is reliable, energetic and caring! She was very flexible with my schedule too. Emily is very engaging and our kid loved playing with her all day long. Some days, Emily took...

Reviewed by Shabnam K.

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Noelle L.


Orem, UT

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hi! I Am A Pre-dental Hygiene Student Looking For Babysitting Jobs This Summer!

5.0

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A little about me: I grew up in southern California. I enjoy reading, painting, going on walks, and being outside in my free time. I am a pre-dental hygiene student at Utah Valley University. I am very experienced in babysitting. In high school I sat for a young family each day after school for about two years. I have since...
5.0
"Noelle was a life saver. My babysitter back out 30 min before I needed her and Noelle jumped in right away last minute and watched my kids and they loved her! She did a wonderful job."

Reviewed by Rachel P.

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Lillian B.


Orem, UT

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

Very Fun, Creative, And Responsible Sitter

5.0

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I have been babysitting since high school and I have a lot of time off this summer since I am out of school. I attend UVU and I am a dancer and artist. I have experience as a part-time PARA where I taught dance and movement therapy classes to special needs children. I love creating fun new crafts and games for kids and I am...
5.0
"Lily was just wonderful with my kiddos. She was so calm with my autistic son but kept the structure needed. She took the kids swimming and to the park, not just a sitter who shows up and sits around. She always...

Reviewed by Kylee O.

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Mikayla P.


Orem, UT

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Little Angels

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Throughout my life I have had several opportunities to interact and care for those with special needs. I love any opportunity I get to be around them, care for them, assist them, and help them enjoy the life they have been blessed with! I have been working with all types of special needs for about 4 years now. Jobs ranging from...
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Alyse B.


Orem, UT

$18-24/hr1 yrs exp

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I have a lot of experience with kids with special needs. I am a respite care worker for 2 girls with special needs but however I just moved to Orem and can no longer work with them. I was also an assistant dance teacher for kids who had a disability for about 5-6 years.

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During high school I worked a lot with the special ed kids my age as a peer tutor. I am currently a 911 dispatcher and am CPR certified.
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Chelsea P.


Orem, UT

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

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I have 7+ years of experience working with children, teenagers, and adults with disabilities in therapeutic, recreational, and domestic environments. I have trained in DBT, DEI, motivational interviewing, SOAR, human rights, and know basic ASL.
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Kennedy F.


Orem, UT

$12-17/hr3 yrs exp

HELLO

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HI! Just moved to Utah from Southern California. I have been coaching special needs gymnastics for the past three years and have loved every second of it. I really love working with children. I have a very active lifestyle so I love outside activities and being on my feet. I'm currently in school for adolescent psychology. I am...
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Olivia-mae W.


Orem, UT

$17-27/hr2 yrs exp

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I've been around and working with special need for at least two years. I can help in a lot of different ways and I'm open to learning more ways to help and interact.
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Alicia T.


Orem, UT

$17-21/hr

Happy To Help!

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Hello! I am a bit new to caring for those with special needs but I would love to help y'all out and am interested in learning! I am 24 from NC and would love to meet!
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Maria N Y.


Orem, UT

$19-50/hr1 yrs exp

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I have five years of paid and volunteer experience in assisting and tutoring children and adults with a wide range of mild to severe disabilities. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene, chauffeuring, public outings, scholastic and health goals, medication administration, alergy aid etc. I strive to be a genuine friend to...
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Marcella A.


Orem, UT

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Marcella L., Recreational Therapist

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I currently work as a recreational therapist and have worked with children, youth and elderly. I am very aware of others needs and capable of helping them.

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I don't have much experience, except for that I cared for my grandfathers needs before he passed away. I know how to do most things and I'm flexible and a fast learner in tasks to be done.
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Lauren M.


Orem, UT

$17-18/hr3 yrs exp

Trained Certified Nurse Assistant, Big People Person!

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I am in school at UVU full time studying social work. I have always been very interested in behavioral health and hope to have a career where I make a different in people's lives and help them cope/manage their emotions and cope with trauma. I was previously a nanny and CNA for 2. 5 years and a youth mentor at a group home and...
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Kierslyn F.


Orem, UT

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Helper

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I am interested in helping you out! I took a couple classes for how to help with people with autism, Down syndrome, sped, ADD, ADHD. I'm kind, patient, and loving and would love to help you out!
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Mackenzie B.


Orem, UT

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

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I am a well rounded, go getter who's always ready to learn and love. I am willing to meet you and your children at your needs and treat you and them with the kindness, love, and respect they everyone deserves. I am all about letting kids be kids and letting them be who they are and who they want to be. I strive to give children...

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I don't have much experience caring for people with special needs, but I am hard working, patient, independent, and not judge mental. I am also very adaptable and good at solving problems. Just looking for some summer work and would love to help with whatever you need.
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Sydney F.


Orem, UT

$12-18/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Sydney and I've been babysitting kids since I was 12. I love being around kids and enjoy working with them. I don't have a ton of experience with children with disabilities except for my little brother who suffers with ADHD. I have developed a lot of patience over the years helping with my little brother. I'm a...
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Jordan B.


Orem, UT

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Para Educator/ Aide

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This past school year I've been working at a high school with special needs students. It's been an amazing experience. We have students with high functioning Autism to non verbal but communicative. We also have students with Down Syndrome, Muscular Dystrophy, and other cognitive and behavioral issues. It's been the greatest job...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Orem, UT

Jina H.

5.0

Jina is very reliable and easy to get along with. She is following up with tasks and suggested extra help I need.

- Jill F.

Emily L.

5.0

We hired Emily for a whole week. She is reliable, energetic and caring! She was very flexible with my schedule too. Emily is very engaging and our kid loved playing with her all day long. Some days, Emily took care of our kid and my friend's kid, and she was comfortably able to handle two kids at a...

- Shabnam K.

Noelle L.

5.0

Noelle was a life saver. My babysitter back out 30 min before I needed her and Noelle jumped in right away last minute and watched my kids and they loved her! She did a wonderful job.

- Rachel P.

Lillian B.

5.0

Lily was just wonderful with my kiddos. She was so calm with my autistic son but kept the structure needed. She took the kids swimming and to the park, not just a sitter who shows up and sits around. She always engaged them. We are so sad she has to move but know the next family she works with will...

- Kylee O.

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