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Hi! I'm Maria, and I'm the oldest of five siblings, so taking care of kids has been a big part of my life from the start. I've helped raise three of my younger siblings since they were little, which has taught me a lot about patience, responsibility, and how to handle just about any situation. One of my brothers has autism,...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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I have been caring for children as a teacher for over 25 years. I have worked with pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, elementary, junior, high school, and college students, including children with special needs. I have a joyful, creative, enthusiastic personality, am firm when necessary for children, and love to read and play with...
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- $35/hr
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I'm a bilingual nurse with over 7 years of experience in med-surg, psych, and pediatrics. I'm calm, patient, and loving with kids of all ages. I've worked with infants, toddlers, and children with special needs. Safety, kindness, and clear communication are my top priorities. I treat every child like my own and make sure they...
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- $17/hr
1 year experience·
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I'm a passionate and dependable childcare provider with multiple years of experience caring for children in home and in a clinical setting. I am a fourth year nursing student who has always been drawn to working with children, and I'm committed to fostering their growth and development in a safe and nurturing environment.
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...
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- $18/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
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I'm a steady, reliable caregiver who works comfortably with infants, toddlers, school-aged kids, and teens. I keep a safe, structured environment while matching each child's energy and needs. I use positive reinforcement, clear routines, and patient communication to support kids through homework, playtime, emotional ups and...
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light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
Hello! . I have a lot of experience with special needs kids for the last 20 years.
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- $15/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
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As a dedicated caregiver with several years of experience, I have provided compassionate, personalized care to individuals of all ages, including seniors and those with special needs. My responsibilities have included assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management, and mobility...
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I have 7+ years of experience being a caretaker for children of varying ages from 6 weeks to 13 years old. I've always had a passion for working with children and helping them explore and learn new things. I am available for date night and weekend care. I can provide my own transportation. I love to stay busy and am hands on and...
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- $23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Greetings, I have experience w/ children since my early youth; I took childhood education during college, then switched majors to what I believed would prep me to serve families at a wider scale. After years in social services, I 'fell back' into education & family care, which I've been doing several years - ranging from...
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I have 4 years of experience! I can help with cooking, cleaning, shopping, and more! I have experience working with children of many different ages, as well as children with special needs, and pets.
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light cleaning
errands
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respite care
Hi, I've been working for 26 years as a nanny for the same family and for the past 10 years, I've been working as personal support worker with a special need daughter she's 31 so I have a lot of patient I've been helping with food preparation going out helping with dressing, propane, meals, bathing, plus I also help my neighbor...
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Hello, my name is Natalie, and I am a 22-year-old Elmhurst University student. Because I am majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders, I am extremely keen in children's development and communication disorders. I've always been involved with children, and before to covid, I worked at a childcare facility. When it comes to...
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I work at a High school. The department I work in is with students that have varying Special Needs and abilities. These students have IEPs and have many adaptations to help accomodate their leaning and their environment.
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- $18/hr
As a dedicated nursing student and certified nursing assistant (CNA), I have a strong background in supporting individuals with special needs. Over the past three years, I've worked at a pediatric therapy clinic and a specialized camp for children with disabilities, gaining hands-on experience with a range of developmental and...
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23 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
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I have been a professional nanny for 26 wonderful years. I also have been an Assistant Teacher and a nanny for special needs children. I believe that all children are special and true gifts. I have a lot of fun and creative ideas for art projects, games and playtime. I have alot of experience helping with potty training. I am...
Hi! I have one year of experience as a substitute teacher and paraprofessional in a 3rd/4th grade special education classroom. I look forward to connecting with you!
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm Zahria, affectionately known as Ms. Z by my little ones. With three years of experience as a daycare teacher, I've had the privilege of working with children from infants to 12-year-olds, including those with special needs and disabilities. I take pride in being able to form strong connections with each child,...
I have taken care of elderly women-who have had MS, Alzheimer, wheelchair bound, and diabetes. Medication and shots administered. House cleaning, companionship, meal prep. etc I am willing to help with any children that have special needs as well.
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carpooling
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I am a CNA with a current CPR certification and a strong background working with children, seniors, and pets. I am also a mother of two, so I understand the importance of safety, patience, and trust when caring for your loved ones. I take time to learn each person's unique needs and routines, and I truly enjoy being a supportive...
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The average post rate is $22.86/hr as of February 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
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