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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Dupont, WA

The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Dupont, WA

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Hanalee M.


Spanaway, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Caregiver

4.6

(9)

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Many years accumulated working as a Caregiver, CNA, DCS (Direct Care Staff), Residential Coordinator (Manager/Supervisor), LST (Life Skills Trainer), and Team Leader. Worked with Geriatrics, Special Needs, Alzheimer/Dementia Care, Diabetes Care, Head Injuries, Skilled Nursing Facility, Assisted Living, Home Health and Adult...
5.0
"From the first phone call I had with Hana, I knew she would be a perfect fit to take care of my 100 year old grandma during her final month of life. She was kind and caring and gentle with grandma. She went...

Reviewed by Debbie K.

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Hanalee M.


Spanaway, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With Experience

5.0

(1)

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Many years accumulated working in the Medical Field w/Seniors and with Developed Mentally Disabilities. I have worked in Private Duty and worked for companies where I have Managerial Experience working in a 115bed community, managing its 24hr care staff/residents. Words cannot express how much experience I have working with all...
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Leah S.


Puyallup, WA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(6)

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Hello there! My name is Leah and I have been a nanny for many years as well as baby sitting since I was very young. I LOVE kids. I have been a camp counselor as well as being a preschool teacher at a day care. I also have a degree in childhood development and have experience in special needs. I love reading with with them,...
5.0
"Leah took care of our two kids (1yo and 3yo) for over a year. During that time, she was never once late and never had any issues come up that required her to take a day off on short notice. Our kids enjoyed...

Reviewed by Dan B.

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Rebecca H.


Gig Harbor, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Love Watching The Kiddos

5.0

(4)

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Hello my name is Rebecca. I WORK FULL TIME as an Occupational Therapist in Tacoma. Currently I am available on an as needed basis only. I am looking for intermittent work outside of my regular work hours of 8-5 M-F. I have experience in pediatrics and child development and am very good with infants, small children, and watching...
5.0
"Rebecca has cared for our children several times and she is amazing! She is professional, prompt, courteous, and energetic while interacting with our kiddos. They always look forward to seeing her again. We've...

Reviewed by Amanda S.

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Amy B.


Tacoma, WA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(9)

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From the first smile to the last diaper and beyond, I've been there and enjoyed every minute of it. As every child is unique in their needs and abilities, my goal is to understand what those are and to create a fun-loving, nurturing environment where they are comfortable to develop in life through exploration, play and...
5.0
"Amy cared for our daughter for over a year from approx 10 months to over 2 years old. We always felt safe leaving our daughter with Amy and our daughter loved her. Amy sang songs, read stories, and took her for...

Reviewed by Lynn G.

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Rachel A.


Sumner, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/ Companion * Not An RN

5.0

(3)

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I am a caregiver/ companion and I have over 10 years working with individuals with special needs, dementia and autism. I take my time to build a good relationship and build on trust and respect with each person that I assist. I have experience in observing medications, meal preparation, household cleaning, transporting to...
5.0
"Rachel was very kind and devoted to my mom. She has a gift of joy and energy that radiates through her care. She put our mom first She had an excellent awareness of my moms needs and was always looking out...

Reviewed by Lisa R.

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Linah O.


Federal Way, WA

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have many years of child care experience with references and trainings. I have experience with special needs children have my own transportation and open to a background check.
5.0
"She communicates at everyone's level and is able to be understood. She works well and is very reliable!!"

Reviewed by Neesa J.

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Jocilyn B.


Puyallup, WA

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

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Hi there ! I am an experienced nanny within my own circle of family & friends, working with kids of all ages and special needs. I am a mom of two whom strives to create an atmosphere that is safe , happy & nurturing in all ways. I'm patient , calm but energetic , & creative ! We love age-appropriate fun , educational &...
5.0
"I was very pleased with my son's care with Jocilyn. My work schedule is not a regular 9 to 5, so it was nice to be able depend on someone to be there for him and provide such a wonderful experience. I would...

Reviewed by Lea K.

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Sydney W.


Puyallup, WA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

4.0

(2)

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hey! I'm Sydney. I am a fun, energetic, outgoing, babysitter who loves hanging out with kids and making them smile. I've been babysitting for as long as I could remember and I was a nanny for 13 months to 2 children, one being low spectrum autistic. I have great experience with special needs children from working as a registered...
3.0
"Sydney was great with our kids, they absolutely adored her. She did a great job of taking care of them. We hired Sydney 3-4 times. The last couple times we hired her, unfortunately we had issues. She cancelled...

Reviewed by Lindy J.

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Estella A.


Tacoma, WA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Look no further, you have found your next babysitter! I am an energetic, fun, patient, and creative caregiver. I enjoy fostering your child's likes and interest and guiding them through their growth and development. I have over 10 years experience in working in child care settings. A few of those years as a behavior therapist...
5.0
"Estella has been a caring for my 4 kids for for some time now. My four are a rambunctious bunch and she is able to not only care for them, but also have their chore list and homework done without issue...

Reviewed by Care member

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Lauren B.


Olympia, WA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Lauren - Part-time Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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I am 24 years old and just moved to Maui. I am in my last year of "virtual" grad school earning my Masters in Education with a focus in Special Education. I have been a nanny for years and previously worked at a preschool and daycare center. I have had a lot of experience with infants, toddlers, children and teenagers and have...
5.0
"Lauren is an awesome caregiver. My kids love her. She is professional, punctual, reliable, and fun. Any family would be lucky to have her care for their kids. I wish she was here to care for mine!"

Reviewed by Molly M.

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Ploythanakarn C.


Federal Way, WA

$27-30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hello I am a 28 years old woman who has a deep passion for working with children. I've had over 7 years of experience caring for kids, ranging from newborns to teenagers, including those with special needs such as ADHD, ODD, ADD, ASD and Speech Disorders. My journey in childcare began as a Tutoring 2 years in Thailand....
5.0
"She was great! Genuinely cared for my kids wellbeing and was willing to go above and beyond for them when needed. She is also very personable and kind. Overall felt lucky to have her, as she exceeded my...

Reviewed by Katie G.

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Alisha Y.


Federal Way, WA

$35/hr9 yrs exp

As A Nurturer I Am Passionate About Caring For People

5.0

(11)

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I'm a very dependable, patient, compassionate, & thoughtful individual who has over 9 years of experience caring for children with special needs, seniors, & adults who require assistance. I pride myself on my integrity, reliability, being organized, sincere, conscientious, & a diligent multi-tasker. A bit of my history as a...
5.0
"Initially I was nervous about virtually hiring someone to watch my step-daughter. I was worried about having the right connection, but we struck gold with Alicia. She's smart, kind, and thoughtful. My...

Reviewed by Anne-marie N.

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Elizabeth W.


Graham, WA

$26-28/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Sitter! Bilingual And CPR Trained

5.0

(13)

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Hello families! I have 8 years of experience working with children. 5 years working as a Therapeutic Lead Teacher, serving at risk children, ages birth to 6. Many which had challenging behaviors, special needs, or disabilities. I taught language, communication, social, pre-academic skills, and more. I also have experience...
5.0
"Our daughter was well taken care of and had a great time with Liz! I really appreciated her communication and letting us know how the evening was going. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Leah B.


Tacoma, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Nanny And Family Assistant

5.0

(1)

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Hi there! I have a ton of experience with children; I have three grown and I've been nanny to 20+ children over the years. I taught three children to read at very young ages. In addition, I home-schooled two children for three years and was a Substitute and Special Needs Teacher in International Schools. I'm also TEFL certified...
5.0
"Leah was wonderful with our son! From the moment she started, it was obviously she had a lot of experience with children. She did a great job of handling all the energy a toddler has by having a slate of fun...

Reviewed by Stephanie S.

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Linah O.


Federal Way, WA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver For Your Loved Ones Available

5.0

(1)

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Working with special needs and seniors as a companion/caregiver supporting with daily living skills, feeding, clothing, bathing, doctors appointments, recreational activities. Driving to and from activities and appointments. Administering medication and coordinating different activities between friends and family.
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Claudia A.


Yelm, WA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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About me I am really a nice person, very patience, happy, sometimes shy and quite, but just for a while, and organized person in matters of my job (working with children) funny, easygoing, with great manners. I like to respect your space as a family, your culture and be honest. The most important in my life is my family, which I...
5.0
"Marcela was hired as a permanent-casual Nanny to help look after our 4 children, all under the age of 12, she prepared food for the children and also to help with the house keeping. Marcela was totally...

Reviewed by Raymond H.

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Angelina B.


Tacoma, WA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Patient And Attentive Caregiver Will Put Your Kids First

5.0

(5)

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Hello! My name is Angie and I am a 39-year-old military wife and mother. Over the years, I have helped care for kids ranging from newborn to teenager. For two years, I was both Cubmaster and a den leader for Pack 23 of the Cub Scouts in San Antonio, Texas. Due to my time with the scouts, I am comfortable handling multiple...
5.0
"Angie is great with my son. Always on time and goes above and beyond what I ask of her. I'm am a single mom and when I first met her one of the first things she said is no judgment here and you got this I'm...

Reviewed by Heidi W.

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Daniela P.


Federal Way, WA

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I'm Dani and I'm 24 years old. I started nannying since I was 16. I have a lot of experience with 6 months old and up to 15 years old. I also have experience with special needs care such as blind, Down syndrome, adhd, asperger syndrome/autism and more. I love being around kids, having fun and making them laugh, I like...
5.0
"We hired Dani this summer to provide child care for our 12yo and 9yo because all the summer camps were closed due to COVID. Dani communicated well and worked with our schedule. She was very professional with...

Reviewed by Shane S.

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Gabrielle J.


Puyallup, WA

$20-21/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Family Sitter

5.0

(4)

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Hi my name is Gabby! I am a PNW local and have experience with families of all ages. I love to stay active and creative but also meet the families where they need me the most. Each kid is different and I always aim to foster a safe and comfortable space. Whether you're finally going on date night or have an obligation that you...
5.0
"She was so nice and easy going. My son loved spending time with her. I will definitely be hiring her again to babysit my kids"

Reviewed by Michael R.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dupont, WA

Hanalee M.

5.0

Hana is a wonderful care provider. She is very punctual, responsible, communicative, and flexible when things don't always go according to plan. I had some surgery and she was very patient with everything, even though I had to reschedule and the medication we had to pick up wasn't ready right away....

- JP E.

Leah S.

5.0

Leah took care of our two kids (1yo and 3yo) for over a year. During that time, she was never once late and never had any issues come up that required her to take a day off on short notice. Our kids enjoyed spending time reading books and going for walks with her. She was flexible with scheduling...

- Dan B.

Rebecca H.

5.0

Rebecca is a wonderful caregiver. I highly recommend her. She took care of my mother for a few months, before my mom transitioned into an assisted living apartment. Even after my mom moved, Rebecca came to visit and cared for her. I trust Rebecca, she is very knowledgeable with a flexible work...

- Cindy L.

Amy B.

5.0

Amy is wonderful! She made watching our 1 year old son easy from the first communication we had with her and beyond. She is prompt, responsive and engaged well with our son (despite his teething). We highly recommend Amy and look forward to having her watch our son again soon.

- Emily W.

Rachel A.

5.0

She is extremely attentive and will catch the small things most people don't! Very kind and has a comforting soul to be around making her great to work with! She is very careful when working. She is very gentle when assisting with standing up each time along with being vocal about what she is going...

- Brianna B.

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