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140 special needs caregivers are listed in Tucson, AZ
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Tucson, AZ
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Melissa
I am a Nanny/Babysitter/Caregiver with 15+ years of childcare experience who cherishes children, provide superior loving care, will praise them, appreciate them, give them plenty of hugs, always a can do attitude, and continuously reinventing myself to do. I provide an uplifting, patient, fun, safe, educational,...
5.0
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Hello, my name is Jennifer, and I enjoy working with children/teens with special needs and sensitivities. As a highly sensitive person, myself, I connect well with these individuals and find that I am able to apply my skills, gifts, and talents as well as my experience as an educator to tailor to their needs for them to be...
5.0
"Jenny was so wonderful with our kiddo. We stayed at a resort, and she was definitely attentive (swimming and walking around the property). I would definitely hire her again."
Reviewed by Sheila B.
5.0
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Hello my name is R and I've been doing care-giving for quite sometime. I'm compassionate and love helping people to get better or feel better. I have assisted people with multiple diagnosis from post op surgery to Neurological patients. I do Physical Therapy at the VA during the day. I'm available from 10pm-6 a.m. during the...
Jaelynn W.
Tucson, AZ
$13-18/hr
5.0
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Hi my name is Jaelynn. I am an 18-year-old college student seeking a summer job. I have experience with younger special needs students and up to age 22. I have over 900 hours of community service working with special needs children.
3.0
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I have 10 years of experience. I have training in swimming, dancing, early childhood development and special needs care. I take learning and education very seriously. I take the gentle childcare route, focusing on safety, learning and fun. I can help with travel as well as cooking and cleaning.
5.0
"Alex is amazing and on top of it. They are genuine, kind and hard working. They provide wonderful companionship and phenomenal meal prep/ chef skills. Would highly recommend them."
Reviewed by Angelica K.
5.0
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I am currently a personal trainer in Tucson and love to stay active outside of my job. My interests are; science, hiking, outdoors, horses, and powerlifting.
I have worked with children from the ages of 1-14 years old and I have experience with children with special needs! I've always been told I have a gift with children, which...
5.0
"We hired her for 2 days straight last weekend and she was excellent! On-time, courteous, very patient with my son. We will DEFINITELY use her again and again! We left my son with her without feeling worried or...
Reviewed by Caroline C.
Margaret E.
Tucson, AZ
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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My name is Margaret and I have been working with children for over 5 years. I previously worked as a lifeguard/ swim instructor for 4 years through the YMCA. From there I have been working in the behavioral health field teaching social emotional and life skills to children with special needs. My energetic personality and love of...
5.0
"I cannot say enough great things about Margaret. She was our nanny for our 1 year old for about 6 months.. we moved out of state, or we'd have never let her go! She is fantastic at early childhood development....
Reviewed by Tressa B.
Ashley O.
Tucson, AZ
$18-32/hr • 11 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm looking for a job that is safe and flexible with me. I have lived in Arizona my whole life, with the exception of one and a half years that I spent in North Carolina.
I started off with babysitting my siblings being the second child of seven. Then started to flex out to my neighbors and family members. Starting in fifth...
5.0
"My kids and pup love her. She goes above and beyond. Always with a smile!"
Reviewed by Merrisa L.
5.0
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I have 1 year of professional experience, but have been taking care of kids my whole life. I can help with Light Housekeeping, education (both standard schooling and special needs schooling), errands, and other tasks needed. I'm a certified EMT and we'll versed in advanced first aid.
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I am an elementary school teacher and a mother of two. I am looking for a second income related to my career choice. I have had experience babysitting for about 12 years. I've worked in home, at day care centers and elementary schools. I have experience with children with special needs as I work with Arizona Autism and was a...
5.0
"Gabi babysat for our two daughters. Our kids loved her and they can't wait until the next time they have her as a babysitter. Gabi was prompt in arrival, flexible with her schedule when we asked if we could...
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5.0
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I currently work with a wonderful family.
My biggest reward is the parents being able to go to work trusting and knowing their child is being cared for. Available weekends and or date nights.
My experience comes from being a mother of three from the ages of 14 to 23 and grandmother of a 3yrs old.
My work experience with the...
5.0
"My kiddo loves Geovana! She’s been so great with him! Geovana is always punctual and comes with a plan for the day. Our toddler loves all the activities and I have peace of mind knowing he was well cared...
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Anne Marie D.
Tucson, AZ
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have more than 20 years of experience. I been working with special needs kids in schools , daycares and at homes. I'm a single mother of triplets girls so I'm patience, caring, and love infants, kids or elderly. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping some house cleaning self care etc. I'm a pet friendly.
5.0
"Anne Marie has a good repoire with all children and coworkers. She has experience working with children with autism."
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5.0
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Hello my name is Luz,
A loving 23-year-old mother of a 3-year-old.
I am the oldest of five siblings, giving me lots of experience with different age groups.
I worked for a home daycare for 1 yr. Provided care for two children for a year with care. com family and also worked at the YMCA for 2yrs with ages infant to school age....
5.0
"Luz worked in my home daycare for one year. Luz is very responsible and always went the extra mile. She has a true connection with each child that she cares for. Having Luz care for your child is a true...
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Maihalani V.
Tucson, AZ
$25-34/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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After working in daycares (Children's Learning Adventure, KinderCare, And Little Ranch) for 4 years I got closer to my dream job of working with individuals with different disabilities. I worked with TUSD as an instructional specialist in a transitions program (18-21 years of age) for 5 years. In that time I was able to further...
5.0
"We hired Maihalani to watch our 3-year-old so we could head out on a date night! She ate dinner with him, spent several hours playing with him, and put him to bed. She connected with him right away and is a...
Reviewed by Jessica B.
5.0
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I have worked with kids for years! I was a preschool teacher's aid for 4 years, have been a before and after school nanny, and have worked with children with special needs. I have also taken numerous child development classes. Additionally, I am currently a medical student and have worked in medicine for many years, so I am...
5.0
"Renee was absolutely amazing with our son while we were visiting Seattle! She was the first babysitter who watched him without me being there and she made me feel so comfortable (and him)! I would highly...
Reviewed by Emily F.
5.0
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I'm a mom of a toddler, I work full-time at a school, and I'm an experienced babysitter/nanny with 18+ years of childcare experience for all ages including newborns, multiples, and special needs. I have a BLS certification (CPR + AED), an IVP Level 1 AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card, a First Aid Certification, and a ServSafe Food...
5.0
"Lanna currently provides housekeeping services for me once a week. (It wouldn't let me pick that option for the review) She is phenomenal! She gets more done in 3 hours than I get done in a week lol. She's...
Reviewed by Jordan E.
Blessing O.
Tucson, AZ
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
My Name Is Blessing! I'm Fun, Energetic, Outgoing, And A Master At Baby Yoga!
5.0
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Hi, my name is Blessing and I am 19 years old, born and raised here in Tucson, Arizona, and have dedicated most of my summers from age 14 till now doing internships with children. Recently, I worked as an advocate for a special needs children. That's primarily my specialty working with children with visual or developmental...
5.0
"We hired Blessing to watch our 20 month old toddler while we went out for 4-5 hours. We were very satisfied and would love to hire her again. She was punctual and professional, very kind to our little one, and...
Reviewed by Tristan K.
5.0
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I have worked as a nanny for many families for more than 10 years (while obtaining my Bachelors degree). My experience also includes 4 years of working with special needs students in the schools as a one on one aide. I am also a mother of 2 children and love to do creative art projects and imaginary play.
5.0
"Stephanie has been our nanny for our infant daughter for about 3 months now and we love her! She is professional, patient, beyond caring for our baby, and has even helped teach us a few things about...
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5.0
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I am an ASU graduate with a bachelors in Special and Elementary education. I have been a nanny for a 3-month-old boy, and babysat for a family friend who has four children, as well as a family with two children, and other families in my church. I also have experience working in several schools with children with and without...
5.0
"Ivy is very warm and friendly. My children loved having her care for them and I always returned to find them happy and well-cared-for. Ivy played with them and made them her focus at all times."
Reviewed by Lisa A.
4.8
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Hi there! I am an empathetic, observant, attentive, loving person who is always happy to help! I have been caring for children (ages 4 months to 12 years) for 6 years, pet-sitting for 8 years, and tutoring for 3 years. I have 2 years of experience regularly caring for a child with special needs. I have no problem doing extra...
5.0
"We've absolutely loved our experience with Laney! She is reliable, communicative, caring, gentle, and a steady presence to have in our home and around our children. She's always very honest and communicative if...
Reviewed by Alessandra A.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tucson, AZ
Jennifer O.
5.0
Jenny was so wonderful with our kiddo. We stayed at a resort, and she was definitely attentive (swimming and walking around the property). I would definitely hire her again.
- Sheila B.
Abigail H.
5.0
Alex is amazing and on top of it. They are genuine, kind and hard working. They provide wonderful companionship and phenomenal meal prep/ chef skills. Would highly recommend them.
- Angelica K.
Rachel Z.
5.0
Rachel babysat for me. She was on time and very quick to respond to messages. I consider her to be reliable. She was very patient and mature. I recommend her highly.
- Pamela J.
Margaret E.
5.0
I cannot say enough great things about Margaret. She was our nanny for our 1 year old for about 6 months.. we moved out of state, or we'd have never let her go! She is fantastic at early childhood development. Our daughter learned so much from her, and they had a ton of fun as well! When I would be...
- Tressa B.
Ashley O.
5.0
Ashley is very kind and professional. My toddler gets separation anxiety but Ashley did a great job of keeping her distracted and playing
- Angela F.
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Ratings for Tucson, AZ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Tucson, AZ are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 72 reviews of the 140 listed special needs caregivers.