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Jaeda C.

Reliable Nanny And Caretaker Ready For Work!

Vashon, WA

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$23/hr
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
personal care
Hello I am 23 years old and I have a strong passion and lengthy experience working with children. I have spent the past couple of years working at outdoor educational camps for children in all age ranges. I also have experience working at a special needs camp so I am open to working with all backgrounds and abilities. In my...
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Living Care

Federal Way, WA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have always had a passion for caring for others. I am an empath and always treat people as if they are family. I believe everyone deserves the best care possible. I have a large range of experience from special needs to hospice . I would love to chat with you !
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Experienced And Easygoing Sitter

Silverdale, WA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Kimberlee and I'm 24. I have experience with special needs, as well as experience with some teaching- not in a professional setting but I can help with some tutoring. I also love pets! I am married and in school for my BA of Criminal Justice, and I've maintained a 4.0 GPA and am on the President's List. I have...
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Tacoma, WA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Seeking: summer position from June 1 - August 10 Current High school chemistry teacher (4 levels) foundations, college prep, honors, AP Extensive childcare/caretaking/nanny experience, with a specialization in special needs care - over 20 years experience. Provide supportive services to assist in transition, travel, ect...
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Professional Nanny

Steilacoom, WA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
With more than 20 years experience in various intensive childcare positions including kids with special needs, I posses expertise in nurturing, guiding, teaching, disciplining and providing loving care to children of all ages. I excel at remaining calm and composed in challenging situations while demonstrating superb active...
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LPN

Seattle, WA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
personal care
visiting nurse
I am a nurse I can help with light housekeeping, can transport children, run errands, and much much more. I am currently attending school to get my RN. I have a service dog named Piper and she loves working and being around others. I have been working in home health for a few years caring for those who have just left the...
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Tacoma, WA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Having grown up with 2 brothers with fragile x syndrome one more sever than the other and a son with ADHD I've had many years of experience with kiddos who learn at a different pace than others. It's a gift to be able to see the world through their eyes.
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Special Need Caregiver

Tacoma, WA

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$26/hr
2 years experience
As I sit down to pen down the chapters of my life, I am filled with a sense of humility and gratitude for the experiences that have shaped me into the caregiver I am today. Each encounter with a client with special needs has been a lesson in empathy, resilience, and unconditional love. This is the story of my journey as a...
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Fun And Friendly Nanny

Tacoma, WA

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$24/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been working in childcare for the past nine years. My experience started in a daycare as a teacher, and I started nannying shortly after! I have worked with children of all ages, and have experience caring for multiples as well as children with special needs. As an employee I am punctual, clean, and reliable. As a nanny,...
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Tacoma, WA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Seeking: summer position from June 1 - August 10 Current High school chemistry teacher (4 levels) foundations, college prep, honors, AP 4 yrs providing private senior care and companionship in their home for a family as supplement to my primary teaching career. Client passed away recently at 102 years old peacefully....
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Hi, I Can't Wait To Meet You

Federal Way, WA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
my name is Nakawuka, 35years. I leave in the US, I am a certified nursing aid. I have worked with A&E home care in lyne wood. I give care to the old as they gave us care when we needed it when we were still babies I'd describe my personality as caring, loving, and rehabilitative I like caring for people with special needs...
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Silverdale, WA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I have had a lot of experience caring for special needs people. I have experience with epilepsy, cerebral palsy, autism, ADHD/ADD, and mobility disorders. I'm quite fit and can help around the house with housekeeping and light maintenance, as well as mobility assistance. I'm currently in college at Strayer University studying...
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Caring Nanny : Who Your Child Can Finds Love And Care

Federal Way, WA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hello Families. I am a 27-year-old with a deep passion for working with children. I consider myself responsible, caring, reliable, and organized. I have one year of experience caring for special needs children, including those with ADHD, ODD, ADD, and speech disorders. In my home country, I worked as a Teacher Assistant at a...
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Seattle, WA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Hello, ! I have three years experience working in special education and ABA. I am comfortable working with kids who are nonverbal and have high needs, and I'm rather flexible with things I've never done before. I hope to hear from you!
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Bremerton, WA

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$17/hr
9 years experience
Hello, My name is Samantha. I am married to my wonderful husband and we have 2 fur children. Currently I am pursuing a degree in education and in a little less than a year will have a dual certification to teach elementary and/or special education. In my current employment I have the great honor of working with elderly, disabled...
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I'm Available Saturdays And Sundays From 8 Am To 9 Pm.

Seattle, WA

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$24/hr
20 years experience
Hello, I have been a teacher for 17 years, I have a son who is disabled, I also have been a caregiver for over 30 years, working with infants through the elderly with different disabilities, I have a HCA license/DSHS license I love my work. I'd describe my personality as campaigner, debater, mediator. I like caring for people...
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Bremerton, WA

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$23/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, sweet, and hard-working. I like working with kids because nothing makes me as happy as fostering children's creativity, wonder, and knowledge. Children make life so much more beautiful. I'm looking for a job for over the summer. I can work anytime from July 28th - August 20th....
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Care Giver With Experience In Especial Needs

Bremerton, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
I am Brazilian and I have been working with kid/teens for 7 years. I have experience with special needs kid. I also Volunteered at Beijing International Children s Orphanage, organized activities for children with physical and mental disabilities. I am Fluent in Portuguese, English and conversational in Spanish.
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Punblic School Teacher W/ Experience In Inclusion

Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
6 years experience
I have been a public school teacher for 6+ years where I have worked with a variety of students with varying needs and accommodations. I am passionate about helping every child live their best life! In addition to teaching, I have 10+ years of experience nannying and babysitting children of varying needs and abilities.
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Nurse Of Almost 20 Years Is Looking For A Change

Seattle, WA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My name is Jen and I've been a nurse for 17 years. I have a wide and varied experience caring for patients with chronic conditions and different abilities throughout the lifespan. I don't think there's a diagnosis or "disability" that can't find new, innovative ways to live a very "big" life within the boundaries the body...
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