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26 special needs caregivers are listed in Eagle River, AK

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of September 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Eagle River, AK

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Sarah M.


Eagle River, AK

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Recent Esthetician Graduate Looking For Full-time Job

5.0

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Growing up I have had a lot of experience in caring for children. I started babysitting the neighborhood kids when I was 12, and continued to babysit for friends and family throughout high school. My most recent experience was babysitting for a family I met through Care. com. I watched their 2-year-old son anywhere from 3-6 days...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah is smart, fun, creative, and wonderful. We were fortunate to have her watching our two year old son and would heartily recommend her to your family."

Ian S.

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Kailey G.


Eagle River, AK

$23-24/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitting - Flexible Availability

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kailey, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my husband, 18-month-old and our two pups. I have experience working with kiddos from birth to high school age. I've spent many years working with kids in a variety of settings. I've worked as a tennis instructor, nanny, tutor, student teacher, and general caregiver!...
Kailey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kailey has been such a blessing to our family. Our daughter, 8, loves the days Kailey comes! Kailey is so patient with our 1 year old son, who can be very challenging at times. Kailey is great at being present with our kids when she is here and engaging them in...

Elizabeth S.

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Alicia O.


Eagle River, AK

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Retired Special Education Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have an M. Ed. in special education with a concentration in severe disabilities. I taught for 5 years, but am not teaching anymore to help care for my elderly family members. I have an older brother with autism, so I have grown up around those with disabilities. I look forward to meeting your family!
I have siblings with disabilities. One has a trache and used a little bit of sign language. The other two have bipolar and ADHD. I am very patient and can help them find ways to cope with the hard everyday tasks of life.
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Ami S.


Eagle River, AK

$14-20/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

1.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started babysitting when I was 12, starting out with children from church and my siblings. I love kids! I am Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certified. I have 10 siblings, some of which have special needs, so I have worked with a variety of ages and with special needs. I'm super patient and love to get to know the kids I'm...
Ami can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Richelle B.


Eagle River, AK

$35/hr5 yrs exp

About Me...

Although I don't have much paid experience caring for children, I am the mother of 3 boys ranging in age from 7 to 24 years old. I also have experience caring for special needs children, specifically those diagnosed with ADHD and cancer. I am a certified CNA and also have certification in Adult, Child, and Baby First...
Richelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

Hi I'm Cassie I have training in CPR and first aid training iv been working with kids for 3 years iv been a camp counselor and spent a lot of time helping out at my moms works she works with special needs kids I'd describe my personality as creative responsible humorous
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Rachel F.


Anchorage, AK

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Dog Friendly, Fun Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Rachel, I'm originally from Montana but my husband and I moved here for his job ( we love it!). I have one son he is 1 years old, he would be accompanying me for my duties. I am CPR and first aid certified and have worked with special needs children. I adore cooking and am very experienced in the kitchen. My most...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rachel has been such a great help to us with our 4 kids. Our schedules vary because we are a blended family and she's been so understanding and flexible. She has truly gone above and beyond for us and we appreciate the support she's provided. Highly recommend. "

Krystle P.

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Katelyn W.


Anchorage, AK

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a degree in early childhood development and have worked with children for over 9 years. I have experience in daycares, as a nanny and most recently as a preschool teacher. I am great with routines and curriculums for kids. It is important to me that kids stay active and learn through play. I am comfortable with infants,...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is wonderful! She is a very warm, kind person which was really important for our family. She was very interactive with my kids and did lots of crafts, hands on activities. She was also very helpful around the house and did some light cleaning which was so nice...

Kristin W.

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Venessa D.


Anchorage, AK

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Im The Oldest Of 4. Love Watching Movies And Coloring!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. Great with babies and toddlers. Familiar with preteens :). I was an honor student with experience in special needs education. Love to teach!
Venessa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She did excellent with our son."

Care member

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Rue O.


Anchorage, AK

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of extensive experience caring for the chronically ill and individuals with special needs. I am patient, kind, compassionate, upbeat, a self starter, I am personable and I have a great sense of humor. I make great company and I am physically fit.
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Rebekah M.


Anchorage, AK

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

I've been a childcare provider for a decade, and my passion for nurturing children's growth and development drives my work. I have a knack for creating a safe, stimulating environment where kids can thrive. With patience and creativity, I engage them in educational games, outdoor activities, and imaginative play. I pride myself...
Rebekah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Haley B.


Anchorage, AK

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I absolutely love children. I have siblings and animals of my own so I am used to caring for both. I'm not allergic to any animals. I can cook and clean. I have babysat children from ages 4 months-12 years old. I also have experience in caring for children with special...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Madison A.


Anchorage, AK

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Madi. I am a responsible and caring 19-year-old! I took a gap year after high school and worked in a Special Needs classroom as a TA. I would love to work with younger kids, but have had experience babysitting older kids. I have my own car and have had experience working with kids with mental and physical...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I recently moved to Anchorage for my full time job, but I have been babysitting most of my life and wanted to keep it going part time. I have experience with all ages and special needs kiddos. I really like to hang out with my kiddos and have fun. Their time is just as important as my time and they should be getting the most out...
Kiley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Lynda M.


Anchorage, AK

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

A+ Childcare You Can Trust

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am retired from medical field, USAF veteran spouse, mom of 3 and grandma of 4. I have acquired many skills over the years and I'm enjoy helping out others. I have vast experience in all ages, preemies, special needs, and mental health. Available for short term, daily, or as needed. Excellent references available upon...
Lynda can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Angie F.


Anchorage, AK

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Get To Know A Little About Me

Hello, my name is Angie and I'm offering child care for weekends or date nights. I've been a caregiver for more than eight years and have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. I have experience taking care babies, toddlers, multiple kids at once, and I have experience taking care kids with special...
Angie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Katelyn W.


Anchorage, AK

$19-30/hr6 yrs exp

Special needs caregiver

I am a Special needs caregiver who have a degree in early childhood development and have over six years of experience working with special needs students, or children struggling with a speech delay. I am very patient and communicative as a care taker, I aim to be able to adapt to any circumstance that I am presented with. I hope...
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Vanessa R.


Anchorage, AK

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver And Children's Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As for babysitting, I have cared for children from the ages of 3 months - 12 years old over the past few years. I made meals, gave baths, did morning and night routines, played games with kids as well as helped with school work as I was previously a Special Education Instructional Assistant. I changed diapers and put infants...
Hi there! My name is Chell (pronounced Shell) and I've been involved in childcare for over 10 years. I took a break from nannying to attend college but then spent 2 years working in pediatric healthcare. I have plenty of experience with infants and young children and with special needs kids as well. The last family I nannied...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Eagle River, AK

Sarah M.

5.0

Sarah is smart, fun, creative, and wonderful. We were fortunate to have her watching our two year old son and would heartily recommend her to your family.

- Ian S.

Kailey G.

5.0

Kailey is great and my boys love her! She is dependable and communicates really well with us! Looking forward to continuing work with her in the future!!

- Chelsea B.

Rachel F.

5.0

Rachel has been such a great help to us with our 4 kids. Our schedules vary because we are a blended family and she's been so understanding and flexible. She has truly gone above and beyond for us and we appreciate the support she's provided. Highly recommend.

- Krystle P.

Katelyn W.

5.0

She is wonderful! She is a very warm, kind person which was really important for our family. She was very interactive with my kids and did lots of crafts, hands on activities. She was also very helpful around the house and did some light cleaning which was so nice to come home to after long work...

- Kristin W.

Venessa D.

5.0

On time and so warm and pleasant, my toddler warmed up to her quickly! Would definitely recommend

- Care member

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