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I'm 24 years old and the oldest of 7! I've been nannying professionally for the past 6 years. I love spending time with my siblings and have always been a super nurturing and caring person. My youngest brother has Down syndrome, so I have a lot of experience with children that have special needs.
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- $19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I love kids and being around them, my favorite thing is watching them learn new things and teach me new things daily! I work very well with all ages, but especially love being around newborns/infants!!
*Right now I'm looking to come help with newborn duties, I've worked with a range of ages over the course of the last 5 years...
Care Member says "Wow! I could go on and about Jenna! What a blessing she has been to our lives. We found Jenna randomly on care 3 years ago and I have felt so lucky for...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
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I have babysat ever since I was 12, watching kids from all ages. I love to play sports, go on walks, and swim. I've had opportunities to go on vacations with families I have nannied for in the past, as well as being able to watch kids for a few hours randomly. I am respite certified so I do know CPR and first aide. My nephew has...
Rachel P. says "Allison was great! Took great care of my kids and even cleaned my kitchen without me asking. I will definitely use her again."
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Hello! I'm a California native now living in Utah! Growing up I had a very special relationship with a babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving and thoughtful influence as a nanny. My child care experience ranges from helping special needs kids, newborns all the way to young adults. I find such joy being a...
Care Member says "Ashley has worked for our family on and off for the last few years. My kids love her! She is hard working and thorough and I completely trust her. If...
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2 years experience
I am a college student looking for a summer job nannying or doing respite care. I have had extensive experience caring for children and teens with special needs, working most with kids with downs syndrome and autism. I also have past experience in tutoring and housekeeping.
My name is Elizabeth and I am 26 years old. I truly have a passion working with children and have a calling for working with children with special needs. I am extremely passionate and caring care giver that will love and teach your little one. I am experienced working in special needs and am comfortable with most situations....
I started working with individuals with disabilities when I was a junior in high school as a peer tutor in the life skills classroom at my school. Those experiences I had made such an impact on me that I then decided I wanted to work in special education and decided to major in Severe and Birth to Age 5 Special Education. I have...
When I was in high school I was a part of the buddy club so I ate lunch with all the special needs kids and we had a prom for them and it was so fun and then I have an autistic cousin that I am close with.
I have worked as a para educator for 3 years and I love it! I am very patient and dependable.
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, patient
I like caring for people with special needs because I have a lot of experience with it.
I started caring for people with special needs when I started working as a para educator 3...
I work at Dan W. Peterson School during the school year! I work with kids who have severe special needs from ages 10-14! My responsibilities at that job include, diapering, feeding and helping the teacher with whatever she needs! I love my job but just need a summer job while school isn't in session!
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20 years experience
I am a 51-year-old mother of 8 nearly grown children and grandma to one. I have 30 years experience as an RN working as a pediatric private duty home care nurse, caring for medically fragile children. Due to medical issues due to an auto accident, I'm unable to continue to work in my chosen field, but miss my job providing love...
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I'm positive, driven, and up to any challenge!
I worked with disabled adults after graduating from high school and found that it is something I really love.
I am adaptable and quickly pick things up. I recently returned home from religious missionary service in South Korea and am looking for a job until school starts up again....
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I have a BS from BYU in FCS Ed. & completed coursework in areas such as Teaching Students w/ Disabilities, Child & Adolescent Development, & Teaching Preschool using DAP. I'm inspired by brother, who has a rare seizure disorder (Lennox Gastaut Syndrome) resulting in cognitive developmental delays. I LOVE spending time with him....
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6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi there,
I would love to give you some background on my experience! :)
I started when I was 12 years old. I made flyers to advertise myself, determined to be the neighborhood babysitter! I ended up building quite the clientele. I watched only children, sets of twins, families of five, children with disabilities, of all...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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I've been babysitting ever since I was 15 and I love it! I have worked at a special needs school since 2019 as a Paraeducator and have been a nanny/ respite worker on the side and have loved it! I am looking for a job to fill some extra time and just pick up occasional baby sitting gigs! I would love to be able to take the kids...
Fun fact: I grew up with after-school and summer nannies, and those are some of my favorite childhood memories! Carissa & Bailey still feel like family to me.
I've been babysitting since I was 13, I've also nannied. I LOVE little kids, I love their brains and kindness. I'm creative and friendly caregiver with over five years of...
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Hello! I am a college student with extensive experience in child care. I have worked for years nannying, tutoring, and working in respite care. In addition to traditional childcare, I have also worked with many children and adults with special needs, including my favorite buddies, my two little brothers. I am also experienced in...
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Hello!
I have worked with kids since I can remember! I started by babysitting and then went to helping in the cave kids preschool for two years, doing internships in elementary schools (4th and 5th grade), being involved in SNAP (special needs assistance program) for 3 years, working at a daycare as the toddlers teacher for a...
Light cleaning
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Hi there! I'm Makenna! I'm 24 years old; I recently graduated from UVDA got a certificate in dental assisting. I am currently looking for a part time job; I have worked with special needs kids for 2 years; I've babysat for families; I'm a very fun; nice; and caring person. I have lds standards; I can cook (not too advanced); I...
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3 years experience
Light cleaning
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Childcare Experience:
I have extensive experience in childcare, working with a diverse range of children, including those with special needs and from various cultural backgrounds. During high school, I dedicated a couple of years to volunteering with a special needs group. I've cared for children of all ages- from newborns to...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $16.78/hr as of June 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in American Fork, UT
Special Needs Caregivers in American Fork, UT are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Jenna M.
Wow! I could go on and about Jenna! What a blessing she has been to our lives. We found Jenna randomly on care 3 years ago and I have felt...
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Allison A.
Allison was great! Took great care of my kids and even cleaned my kitchen without me asking. I will definitely use her again.
- Rachel P.
Ashley D.
Ashley has worked for our family on and off for the last few years. My kids love her! She is hard working and thorough and I completely...
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