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71 special needs caregivers are listed in Reno, NV
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Reno, NV
Ella H.
Reno, NV
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I have worked within the special needs community as a full time caregiver for two full seasons. I have experience caring for infants to children to adults and elderly individuals and am more than confident in my abilities to assist in any range of caregiving; whether that's as simple as a nanny position or working with an...
Marie J.
Reno, NV
$30-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I have been around autistic kids for a number of years. Recently, since January 2016, I have been a student aide/tutor for a high functioning autistic teen. My active listening skills have been honed so much more being his schoolday companion. His needs had me teaching him 1-on-1 while in class since I had to break down...
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I started as a caregiver 4 years ago. I have a lot of experience assisting the elderly with toileting, dressing, feeding and other hygiene needs. I've always been interested in helping them. Right now, I'm working as a caregiver in a Senior Living Communities. I love what I do and I enjoy helping these people in our community.
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Hello! My name is Kailee! I have a Bachelors of Science in Public Health. I have experience with kids from infants to preteens, with over seven years of experience. I know CPR/First Aid, redirection techniques, and have completed a SIDS certification. I have my own transportation and have experience with special...
5.0
"I haven't had the chance to hire Kailee yet, but she deserves a good review for being super responsive and nice when I reached out for last minute childcare. :)"
Reviewed by Erin L.
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My name is Allie. I am 26 and currently enrolled at TMCC and working towards my Associates Degree as a Surgical first assistant. I have 12 years experience babysitting including over night stays and 5 years experience as a Para Professional in a special needs elementary school. I am certified in CPR, first aid, and diabetes...
5.0
"Allie is a natural care giver, who is dependable, conscientious and talented. She listens to and talks with the children, not at them, resulting in a remarkable way of connecting with them. Allie has that...
Reviewed by Keith D.
Mariah O.
Reno, NV
$10-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, I am Mariah! Over the years I have had extensive experience watching kids of all ages. From my five brothers growing up to nannying and babysitting for individuals through Care. com. I currently manage a day program in Truckee for adults with developmental disabilities. This was a career that I studied at UNR for and...
5.0
"Mariah is amazing and extremely dependable. She has come to the rescue time and time again for us and our boys. We love her!"
Reviewed by Erin M.
Ella H.
Reno, NV
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I have worked within the special needs community as a full time caregiver for two full seasons. I have experience caring for infants, children, adults, and senior individuals and am more than confident in my abilities to assist in any range of caregiving; whether that be as simple as a nanny position or working with an...
5.0
"Ella watched our son full time from the time he was 7 to 9 months old. She did amazing with him. She entertained him all day long, was very interactive, and would work on baby sign language with him. She would...
Reviewed by Nathaniel M.
4.7
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Hi there! My name is Alina and I go by Ali. I am fully vaccinated and booster against COVID-19, and I have 15 years of experience in childcare/teaching. I love music, exercising, teaching, learning, and of course spending time with children! When I'm with kids, we play, read, sing, draw, do crafts, walk to parks, etc. Children...
4.0
"Alina was extremely attentive to my daughter, and made her feel comfortable by playing with her. She followed all of my instructions and asked good questions to clarify what I was expecting. I felt like my...
Reviewed by Meaghan S.
Taylor H.
Reno, NV
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! My name is Taylor! I love kids and have been taking care of children since I was 7 years old, when my first niece was born. Fast forward, I now have 5 nieces, 4 nephews and 23 years experience. I have been lucky enough to watch the children I cared for grown up, from newborns to you g adults graduating from high school....
5.0
"Taylor has an incredible energy that you will pick up on immediately upon meeting her. And that energy was not only picked up on by myself, but also our Fur family members as well as they immediately took to...
Reviewed by Kayce W.
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Hello, my name is Madeeha. I am an energetic, empathetic and open minded individuals who is looking forward to working with you and your families.
I started nannying/ babysitting in 2017 when I was a sophomore in high school and discovered I had a real passion for working with children. I hope to inspire their minds through...
5.0
"She has always been helpful and understanding. Empathetic and patient. She is loving and creative."
Reviewed by Melodie A.
3.7
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My Name is Maria , I'm 34 years old, Married mother of two boys.
Original from Venezuela. I have more the 10+ years of experience taking care kids from infant to School Ages, mostly with older Toddlers. 6 years working in a daycare environment. I study medical Technology Earning an Associate Degree and I have 2 years of Medical...
5.0
"Maria was a great nanny for us. She was reliable and always on time. She kept the apartment clean and took great care of our daughter who was about 15 months at the time."
Reviewed by Karla C.
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I've always loved children, my first job was babysitting at 12 and my second job was working at a preschool. Those jobs only fanned the flame in my heart and at 21 years old, I moved to Quito, Ecuador for 9 months to work at a special needs (and normal needs) orphanage called For His Children. While there, I submersed myself...
5.0
"Laura was incredible! She was very communicative and showed up on time with so much love and kindness exuding from her. When I got home, my kids were at ease and had talked about the wonderful day they had. It...
Reviewed by Linzy F.
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I have worked with special needs people in a nursing home for two years, but I had to quit because I moved to USA. My job was great, we had a lot of responsibilities. I love helping special needs people, I like to make a difference in people's lives.
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I was taking care of a girl with Autism for two years, the spectrum on her is high. And during this time I learn a lot, She has two kind of therapy, ABA and Speech. So, her therapist taught me a lot, how I can control her tantrums and how to make her life easier and positive. I know that they like to have a routine and that you...
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Hi everyone! I am currently studying elementary special education at the University of Nevada Reno. I am on track to graduate in May 2022! I would absolutely love to gain as much experience as I possibly can in order to be the best teacher I can. I have worked in multiple special education classrooms as well as coached a special...
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I have worked with and tutored children who have multiple different needs. I have worked with children who have intellectual disabilities, autism, and down-syndrome. I am currently studying special education at UNLV.
Lillianna T.
Reno, NV
$17-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Lilli and I'm a special needs caregiver. I specialize in Autism and ADHD but I have also worked with the blind and deaf communities as well. I have about 2 years experience working with special needs individuals aged 1-25 years. But I'm open to working with all age groups! I'm CPR certified and safety is my #1...
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Hi! My name is JLyn and I am a current WSU student (graduating in September with a B. S. in Psychology).
I am currently a life skills coach for adults with disabilities and have a lot of experience with children with disabilities as well through volunteer work with Special Olympics. I also have an older brother who has Autism as...
Ava G.
Reno, NV
$14/hr
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Hello! I use they/them pronouns.
As of now I don't have any experience specifically babysitting kids, but I do have some experience teaching kids in the 8-10 year age range and I'm currently studying to be a teacher.
I have a lot of experience interacting with those with things like ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. As such I'm...
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Hey there friends! I'm Aiyana I am 18 years old and have been working with kids since the age of 11. I started working at daycares at the age of 17. I worked at Helix behavioral services, a place where used ABA training and applied it with clients.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Reno, NV
Kailee H.
5.0
I haven't had the chance to hire Kailee yet, but she deserves a good review for being super responsive and nice when I reached out for last minute childcare. :)
- Erin L.
Alexandra W.
5.0
Allie is a natural care giver, who is dependable, conscientious and talented. She listens to and talks with the children, not at them, resulting in a remarkable way of connecting with them. Allie has that rare combination of being fun, compassionate, giving and empathetic, yet is able to maintain...
- Keith D.
Mariah O.
5.0
Mariah is amazing and extremely dependable. She has come to the rescue time and time again for us and our boys. We love her!
- Erin M.
Ella H.
5.0
Ella came to watch our 3 yo. When we returned from our bike ride date, our kid was so happy and had a blast with her new friend.
- Erin S.
Alina C.
5.0
Alina was fantastic! Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our children activities. During the interview process, her knowledge children nutrition and making natural...
- William C.
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Ratings for Reno, NV special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Reno, NV are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 55 reviews of the 71 listed special needs caregivers.