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Vanessa F.

Special Needs Provider with Flexible Hours

Tempe, AZ

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$10/hr
8 years experience
I have worked as an assistant in a home setting with foster children, many with special needs. I love working with children and feel that I have a lot to offer as a caregiver.
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Special Needs Caregiver

Tempe, AZ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
My name is Cathy. I have ample experience working with special needs kids in a personal and professional setting. I am extremely patient and never give up on a child. I am comfortable with all ages. I am able to change diapers, assist with potty training if needed, clean, and cook. I have experience with food allergies,...
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Compassionate Care For Individuals With Special Needs

Tempe, AZ

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$26/hr
2 years experience
I have a strong background working with children & teens with a wide range of special needs, including those who are hearing impaired and those with significant developmental delays such as Angelman syndrome. My experience has given me a deep understanding of the spectrum of abilities, cognitive delays, and various diagnoses....
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Special Needs Care Provider

Tempe, AZ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I worked at a school for kids with autism for four years. I also did HAB and respite for one year! I have been ABA certified and am great at building rapport! Sensory awareness is huge to me, and creating a positive environment always! I am new to this app and have zero reviews, but I can quickly send a resume and easily get...
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Professional Nanny For Children With Special Needs

Tempe, AZ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been influenced time and again by individuals that experience life differently than what most would consider the norm. Children with special needs simply invigorate the lives of those that get to know them. I have four younger siblings, each who have their own challenges that they face every day. So, from a young age, I...
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Tempe, AZ

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I worked as a Special Education teacher for severe disabilities in AZ for 3 1/2 years and loved it before moving here. I have experience with seizures, feeding tubes, transfers, wheelchairs, etc.
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Tempe, AZ

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$17/hr
3 years experience
For the last three years, I have worked closely with special needs population, working with ages 3 to 25 providing different types of support. I've worked closely with OT/SLPs in clinical settings and also 1 on 1 in-home with BCBA supervision.
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Upbeat, Kind Caretaker

Tempe, AZ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I grew up in a family of 8 with a quadriplegic, brain injured older brother. Therefore, I have been a caretaker for the entirety of my life. In addition, I have 5 nephews, and I also grew up babysitting neighbor kids. Looking after and caring for kids is something that I have always been passionate about! Professionally, I have...
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Tempe, AZ

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I worked with special needs agency for the past 15 years to include patients with cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, schizophrenia and mild to moderate cognitive disability.
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Loving Person To Help Your Family

Tempe, AZ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I would love to be a part of your family and give your child that extra special attention. I am a wife, mother, and educator.
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Caregiver/caretaker

Tempe, AZ

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I was a caregiver for a 14-year-old boy who has Autism and is mainly non verbal with many psychical and behavioral challenges. My older brother has Autism as well and I have a good amount of experience being around individuals with special needs. I love working with children and teens. I an open to trying new things and help...
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Tempe, AZ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I am an occupational therapist currently working full time in rehab setting. I have education and experience in all areas of special needs, including mental health, cognitive disabilities, and childhood disabilities. I have been trained in transfers and mobility. I also have worked in a nursing home in the past and have...
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Tempe, AZ

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I am a very mature, responsible, and patient single mother of three grown children. I recently moved back to South Florida to be with my family who I presently am helping with child care and errand running. Besides raising three children, I also managed a restaurant for 16 years. I am honest, trustworthy, and truly love children...
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Classroom Aide Experience, Willing To Learn

Tempe, AZ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am an Arizona native and have around 1 year of experience as an instructional aide for students in grades ranging from kindergarten through fifth grade. Class sizes ranged from 10-13 children with learning disabilities ranging from ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, English language learners to mild high-functioning autism.
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Tempe, AZ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I bring over 8 years of experience working with children, during which I've worked extensively with children across a wide range of needs and learning abilities. This hands-on experience has deepened my commitment to inclusive education and enhanced my ability to adapt and support each child's individual growth. I have completed...
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Caregiver For People With Different Abilities

Tempe, AZ

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$16/hr
4 years experience
I'm a mom to an adult son who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and am his paid caregiver. As such, I've had to take CPR and First Aid training with continued education each year. My attends ASU and activities outside of college so I have plenty of free time. I'm very well trained with accessibility duties including transfers of...
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A Caregiver with Decades of Experience

Tempe, AZ

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have taken care of special needs clients for over 20 years. I'm a compassionate person who works diligently with people who have Alzheimer's related dementia, disabilities and autism. The type of work I have provided was taking care of clients' nutritional needs and assisting in medication, appointments and life needs. I have...
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About Me

Tempe, AZ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I started caring for people with special needs when I was 16 due to having family members with special needs, but professionally began at 18! In my spare time, I like to watch movies, crochet, and spend time with friends and family! My skills include patience, communication, and empathy. These are incredibly important to me...
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Tempe, AZ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I have about 5 years of experience providing care to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Whether it's administering meds, helping with ADLs, preparing meals (following any dietary restrictions/recommendations), physical therapy assistance, or coordinating doctor visits, I've got it covered. I'm all...
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Tempe, AZ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
For a year I was a lunch aid at a special needs school. I assisted teachers in their rooms with various activities and helped feed the children.
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  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 5.0

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