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Jesse M.

Sitter

Shelton, WA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Hi! This is my community! As a neurodivergent person diagnosed with ADD and other health things which allow me to see and be in the world differently than many, I come to support services for fellow folks with disabilities from a personal place. I have 20+ years of experience with direct services for support to many communities...
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Olympia, WA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My background is in working with youth, and I have experience working with people on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, ADHD and behavioral challenges. I am able to follow provided behavior supports. I am capable monitoring activities, preparing meals, changing of clothes and assisting in the bathroom. I have a very grounded,...
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Olympia, WA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
I am currently pursuing my Master's in Special Education at Sierra Nevada College. I have had experience caring and teaching lessons to students with disabilities. I am very PATIENT, dependable and looking to gain some extra experience outside of school.
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Olympia, WA

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$25/hr
I have extensive experience caring for adults and seniors with dementia and disabilities in adult family homes. My focus is on personalized support, assisting with daily activities while promoting comfort and independence. I am trained in effective communication and creating engaging routines to enhance residents' well-being....
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Olympia, WA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
I am a dedicated caregiver providing compassionate support to individuals with special needs. With a background in childcare and direct support, as well as a heart for helping others, I am committed to enhancing the lives of those with unique challenges. I understand the importance of personalized care and strive to create a...
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Experienced Paraeducator

Olympia, WA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
I have lived with, volunteered with and worked with kids and adults with disabilities my entire life. I have a love for brains and bodies that work differently and the amazing individuals who inhabit them. They have a level of love, passion, trust and honesty that doesn't exist in your average human. Sometimes unique needs comes...
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Olympia, WA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Experienced professional with a caring, loving and supportive attitude. Reliable and flexible. My experience I this field came from years in the home health aid field.
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LGBTQA+ Friendly Babysitting And Caregiving

Olympia, WA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Mikayla and I have been working with kids and adults with disabilities since I was 12 years old. I started out my experience working at summer camps and eventually worked my way up to being a camp counselor in my early adulthood. I also have a years worth of experience working in teen group homes and two years...
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Olympia, WA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I'm a special education teacher (OSD) who is looking for summer time work. I worked in elementary resource for 3 years and middle school resource and DLC for 1 year. I'd love to chat!
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Part Time Care

Lacey, WA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am a Washington state certified teacher with a special education endorsement. I have experience working with people who have Autism, ADHD, behavioral difficulties, learning disabilities, vision impairments, hearing impairments, seizures, diabetes, asthma, severe allergies, and other conditions as well.
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SPED Paraeducator Looking For Summer Work

Lacey, WA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
I am a paraeducator in the SPED department for the North Thurston Public School District, looking for work over the summer. I have been working for the school district for a year, and before that, I was a nanny working with SPED children for over eight years. I also have experience working with severe allergies and type-1...
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Compassionate & Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Olympia, WA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
With a Master's in TESOL and a background in education, I bring both compassion and structure to my work with children who have special needs. I've worked as a paraprofessional in special education classrooms, supporting students with a wide range of needs including ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities. I'm patient,...
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Reliable, Experienced Mom, Early Ed, Special Needs

Olympia, WA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there. Experienced caretaker and mother of two, ages 9 and 14, one with ASD/sensory needs. Have been sitting since I was 13 and working in early education since the age of 16, as my mother was an early education and behavioral needs specialist herself. Have served as a longer term live-in nanny for two families as well during...
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Lifelong Caregiver

Olympia, WA

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$24/hr
4 years experience
Caregiver for my entire professional career with 3+ years experience caring for medically fragile. Neurodivergent and queer affirming.
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Claire Cares!

Lacey, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as Patient, Kind, and playful. I like caring for people with special needs because it brings me joy to bring out the best in people and find what brings them joy and fulfillment in life. Everybody deserves to feel like they belong, matter, and are a valuable member in society. My skills include...
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Supportive And Skilled Caregiver | OT Background

Olympia, WA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) currently working in a rehabilitation setting, with both professional and personal experience supporting individuals with special needs across the lifespan. I've worked with children and adults with autism, behavioral challenges, nonverbal or non-speaking communication...
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Part-Time Personal Support Worker

Hoodsport, WA

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$17/hr
6 years experience
My experience working with individuals with special needs began as a young child. I grew up with a Deaf cousin. I am now fluent in ASL and work with not only the Deaf community but individuals with all kinds of disabilities at large. I have experience working with people who experience Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Fragile X, Down...
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Looking For Care? I'm Your Gal!

Olympia, WA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
My name is Allyson! I am 29 and have a 8-year-old daughter. I have worked in daycare for roughly 5 years and I currently work in Olympia School District and have been since 2019, I work in SPED and currently working in the preschool program I have been working with kids since I was 10 years old and I have my AAST in Early...
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Olympia, WA

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$17/hr
Hey there! Growing up my mom has been a social worker who works with kids with special needs, so I have TONS of experience from helping her, I assisted with many special needs carnivals, down syndrome buddy walks, and many programs and organizations teamed up for kids with special needs.
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Former Teacher Looking For Side Work

Lacey, WA

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$10/hr
7 years experience
I currently work as an Aide in an Olympia elementary school assisting struggling children. I have worked 2 years as a 3rd grade teacher prior and 5 years in before and after school childcare. I have experience working with special needs kids including cognitive and physical disabilities both 1:1 and in group settings.
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