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Marcelle A.


Black Diamond, WA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Behavior Support

I am an experienced school counselor with 30 year experience working with children, teens and families. I am a positive person who strives to build healthy relationships with all family members and I relates well to children/teens from a variety of backgrounds.
I have a disabled sister that has downs syndrome. I have always had a soft spot for disabled children and adults because of my sister. I have been her respite care provider for her and many of her friends for the past 4 years. I have my Medical Assisting license as well as my fundamentals of care giving certificate.
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Reann B.


Auburn, WA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Special Needs Aid/Assistant Of 13 Years.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been a professional nanny, special needs aid and, housekeeper for the past 13 years - with the majority of my experience working with children ages newborn - early grade school. I also have experience with transporting/attending classes, as well as cooking, organizing, errands and personal assistant duties. Located in...
Reann can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Reann nannied with us for many years and even traveled with us. We have even flown Reann with our baby back and forth while we traveled for work. Reann juggled many tasks for us including making meals, housework and overseeing the care and schedule of our 3 young...

Joyce P.

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Angela R.


Auburn, WA

$10-25/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Young Female Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny, an aunt to six kids, and a sister to 10 siblings. I have had the opportunity to volunteer and do missionary work serving children and their families. I am passionate about leaving a positive impact on whoever I meet. I am certified in CPR/first aid training for both children and adults. I have some...
Angela can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Angela is a true asset to have for our family. She has never been late in the 5 months she has worked with us and our kids absolutely adore her. Her kind heart shows through in her care for others. We feel so extremely lucky to have found her!"

Sarah P.

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Karla C.


Maple Valley, WA

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

HI! My name is Karla :) I love to spend time outdoors, baking, with animals, and of course with kids! I come from a huge family of 15 grandchildren. Being the second oldest, I have many years of experience babysitting anywhere from NB-13yrs old. I have a 4yr old non verbal autistic niece who I have lived with and babysat...
Karla can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ladawna W.


Kent, WA

$38/hr2 yrs exp

Positive, Fun Provider And Giggle GU-RU

Hi I am the mother of three grown boys. My oldest son is autistic. I have worked the Day Care field as well as special needs kiddos. I worked in the manufacturing industry for 25 years and now I want to work with children of all ages. I am gentle and kind and firm. I believe children need guidance and patience and positivity. I...
Ladawna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Cat M.


Auburn, WA

$20-50/hr11 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Cat and I am 23 years old. I am currently completing my graduate degree in School Psychology. I have over a decade of paid child experience with all ages and have worked extensively with children with special needs. I am Red Cross CPR and first aid certified. I look forward to getting to know you and your...
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Jesselle W.


Auburn, WA

$18-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Jesselle and I am extremely passionate in helping children flourish! I started working with kids 15 years ago nannying. Since then I have been the lead teacher of my church's preschool with ages 18 months- 6 years old, worked in the ABA field, taken care of children with special needs, and was employed by a school...
Jesselle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Samantha A.


Kent, WA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Nurturing Nanny Looking For My Next Family To Grow With!

Hello parents! I am a graduate from Eastern Washington University where I completed my Bachelors in Psychology, and went on to work in various school districts as a Behavior Therapist before returning to work as a career nanny. Building a relationship with the children and families I work with is very important to me, so I am...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I'd describe my personality as caring, creative, and fun. I work with kids on the autism spectrum daily and would love to make the lives of these families easier by giving families excellent care and assisting where needed.
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Marina W.


Kent, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny, Supporting High Needs Autism!

I am currently a paraeducator for the local school district for a variety of special needs children. I worked ABA therapy for 6 months for children with high-needs autism ages 2-6. But before this, I have been a mom for 5 years, worked in a daycare, and have babysat and nannied off and on for 15 years for a multitude of...
Marina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Hanna Y.


Auburn, WA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

I can take care with love and respect. I can help with any needs you have. I am highly responsible and pay attention to details.
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Michelle L.


Kent, WA

$47-50/hr2 yrs exp

I bring years of experience caring for anywhere from kids to adults ages running the gamut. Experience with patients with mental illness, developmental delay, autism spectrum, seizure disorders, TBIs, recent surgeries and more. Feel free to message me to set up an interview. My rates vary depending on level of care requires.
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Camille S.


Auburn, WA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

For the past two years I have worked with special needs students in the home as well as in the classroom. I have been a one on one para-educator as well as ABA therapist. I am experienced and confident working with all ages including children with diverse sets of needs from Autism Spectrum, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, as well...
Camille can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Janet V.


Kent, WA

$20-24/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced and Loving Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced Nanny who is mature, reliable, trustworthy, healthy, active, and believes in nurturing with lots of love. My disposition is patient, nurturing, caring, and positive. I have a natural love and respect for children, and a special love in caring for infants and toddlers. It's a joy to watch them learn new things...
Janet can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Janet was our nanny for several months and took wonderful care of my daughter, she was always super communicative and responsive and I would recommend her to any family. "

Shannon V.

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Lucy K.


Auburn, WA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Taking Care Of Needy

It is a blessing to be in a position to provide love and care to someone who really deserves it. It is a job that brings fulfillment and it is a noble job. It helps me know if I would be in that place, what I would like others to do for me. That keeps me in check plus my christian convictions.
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Kristy F.


Auburn, WA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Household Manager/Assistant Available

Hello there! My name is Kristy, and I am looking to connect with new clients with the goal of making your life easier! I am 34 years old, with over 17 years of experience working within the Early Childhood Education Field. I have worked in a variety of roles ranging from a household manager/executive assistant to a preschool...
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Camille S.


Auburn, WA

$17-30/hr2 yrs exp

Caring College Graduate

I have 2 years of experience in providing care for special needs . I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis.

Anja K.


Maple Valley, WA

$15-22/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Empathetic Care-taker!

Hello! My name is Anja (on-y-a)! I recently moved to the Seattle area and I absolutely love caring for children as well as kids with different needs! I am looking for some supplemental income to help pay off my student loan debt as I just graduated with my master's in psychology. I am a trained CNA (certified in CA) and have...
Anja can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello! I have experience caring for my grandparents and feels very well equip to assist with the needs of your senior. I also have expedite working with special need adults.
Emilee can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care, light cleaning, transportation & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Black Diamond, WA

Reann B.

5.0

Reann is incredible. She was a perfect fit for my son, who struggles with a couple of issues - she was patient, insightful, intuitive, and gentle with him; she also provided me with a ton of feedback and ideas for how to best support him, given her vast experience with children. She was funny and...

- Ashley M.

Angela R.

5.0

Angela is a true asset to have for our family. She has never been late in the 5 months she has worked with us and our kids absolutely adore her. Her kind heart shows through in her care for others. We feel so extremely lucky to have found her!

- Sarah P.

Janet V.

5.0

Janet was our nanny for several months and took wonderful care of my daughter, she was always super communicative and responsive and I would recommend her to any family.

- Shannon V.

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