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Kayla was AMAZING! She took the best care of our son and made sure to have him in bed on time which was one of our biggest concerns as he’s…

Review for Kayla V. by Care member

James is reliable and super attentive to children of various ages. Even in settings where is he caring for multiple children at once, he…

Review for James R. by Nandita K.

We love Hilary! She is simply amazing with our little boy. She is fun, interactive, and also willing to help with anything. She was always…

Review for Hilary H. by Erik B.

Special needs caregivers in Grapeview, WA

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Rose H.


Grapeview, WA

$20-25/hr

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Pre-Nursing student who is also a CNA. I love the opportunity to help care and provide for residents. I am currently have experience in an adult senior home with resident that need help with memory care and motility. I have also worked with clients with spinal cord injuries, both within the thoracic and cervical vertebrae...
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Alyssa C.


Grapeview, WA

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello all, I'm a military wife stationed here in San Diego. For the last few years, I have been running my own full-time cleaning and organizational business. I am currently pregnant and looking for a change in my work. I am looking to assist families in helping with childcare. I am available for a set schedule or if you're just...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kayla V.


Olympia, WA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Outdoor-loving Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Kayla, I love spending time with kids and helping and seeing them succeed. I have extensive experience in childcare in various settings and populations. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families with children ranging from infants up to teenagers. I have also been a Christian camp counselor, spent a summer...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"My kids were a little nervous about a new sitter and Kayla was amazing! I would hire her again and again!"

Megan E.

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James R.


Tacoma, WA

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Happiness Architect: Building Joyful Moments!

Hello! I'm James, dedicated nanny with extensive experience, including special-needs children and twins. Raised in a home daycare, my mother, a devoted teacher, instilled in me a deep love for childcare. This upbringing taught me invaluable skills in nurturing and engaging children. I pursued child development at a community...
James can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"James is a diamond. Our family has been blessed to have James help with our kids for about a year. We have 3 kids. Our twins were 4 and our oldest 6 when James joined our family. All of our kids are extremely energetic and have some emotional regulation issues....

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Hilary H.


Bremerton, WA

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have a BA in Psychology from Pacific University and wrote my thesis on autism spectrum disorder. I also had a a minor in dance, and was part of the dance ensemble and the cheer and dance team. Aside from school, during my senior year of college, I worked as a registered behavior technician. I worked for several years , which...
Hilary can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We love Hilary! She is simply amazing with our little boy. She is fun, interactive, and also willing to help with anything. She was always on time and gave notice when she needed to be out. I would have her back in a heartbeat. We will be keeping in touch with her...

Erik B.

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Kursta J.


Shelton, WA

$28-30/hr • 15 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/Childcare Provider

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Thank you for considering me as a provider for your child(ren). First, I am a mom and grandma myself. I have 4 grown adult children, an 11-year-old daughter whom I homeschool and 6 grandchildren (Ages 0 to 9). I started nannying in college while taking classes in early childhood education. I taught preschool and coached...
Kursta can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kursta is wonderful! Always on time, prepared, and really goes above and beyond with activities for the kids."

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Kirsten P.


Bremerton, WA

$22-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I just moved to Bremerton a little 2 years ago from Florida to be with my husband who is stationed at the base nearby. I previously worked with a child with cerebral palsy as a night/day nurse doing activities, preparing meals, tidying up the house, and spending quality time together. I...
Kirsten can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kristen was great with our 3 year old and very attentive :) We would definitely love to hire her again and recommend her to anyone. "

Li-yun F.

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Carly M.


Olympia, WA

$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My background is in working with youth, and I have experience working with people on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, ADHD and behavioral challenges. I am able to follow provided behavior supports. I am capable monitoring activities, preparing meals, changing of clothes and assisting in the bathroom. I have a very grounded,...
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Ashlee N.


Hoodsport, WA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional And Educated Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am 29 years old and a licensed mental health therapist. I am currently in the process of transitioning between therapy jobs and am looking for a temporary nanny job for the next 3-4 months. I have ample education in child development and psychology along with diverse experience in child care throughout my adolescent and...
Ashlee can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ashlee is amazing. She cared for our daughter over the summer, and we were so lucky to have her. She is sweet and caring and extremely responsible. I would recommend her in a heartbeat to anyone looking for care for their family. Our little girl adores her, and...

Amanda W.

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Jacci B.


Olympia, WA

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Infant/Toddler Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of experience as a professional nanny/17 years as a mom. I'm a special needs bus driver in Olympia throughout the school year. I am definitely a "kid person". I love caring for babies and helping new parents in the beginning phase of family life. It's a passion and something I've had the privilege to specialize...
Jacci can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Consider yourself very fortunate if you have the opportunity to work with Jacci. Jacci took care of my baby boy from 5 to 9 months of age. In that period I was dealing with a serious health condition. Having had her support truly made a difference for our family....

Aline O.

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Vanessa A.


Shelton, WA

$20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hello, thanks for taking a look at my profile. I currently looking for one-time jobs or date nights. I will be available for care on Mondays starting Fall 2025. I've been caring for children for over 10 years. I've worked with children ages 6 months to 12 years old. I have cared for twins, sick children, and special needs...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Vanessa is caring, dependable, and loves children. She strives to do her best work on assignments and welcomes a challenge."

Silbia M.

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Alexandra D.


Olympia, WA

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am a locally located state employee with bachelors and graduate degrees, and I nannied all through college! I continue to take on small care assignments since I miss being around kiddos so often! I take a child-led approach and regularly encourage them to expand their confidence and skills. I'm not afraid to get messy with...
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Emily C.


Bremerton, WA

$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Happy Camper & Active Sitter! :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Emily, I'm 24 and have about 5 years of experience babysitting over the years! I love arts & crafts, watching movies, reading, doing yoga, and most importantly, sharing smiles. I am a great problem solver and communicator! I can prepare meals and help with schoolwork, even tutor in history & English classes....
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Anna W.


Steilacoom, WA

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

With over five years of hand-on experience as both a nanny & a dedicated caregiver for my two special needs sisters, I am passionate about supporting children's growth & development. My role as a caregiver has deeper my understanding of the unique needs each child had, and I take pride in creating nurturing and supporting...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Jessica D.


Olympia, WA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Jess and I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. In my years of experience I have done the following jobs: taught swim lessons to ages 3-12, tutored for K-8, camp counselor for K-8, Preschool teacher, and nanny. I have worked with children with special needs and I am currently working...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jody F.


Shelton, WA

$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am Jodi. 56 years young. Love children and provide a safe / loving environment.. Its all about the children during my time with them. Will provide total attention and interaction with them. Great with active and energetic children along with special needs as well.
Jody can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Shea T.


Bremerton, WA

$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as outgoing always smiling and excited to do new things! My skills include making food, changing diapers, playing with the kids and cleaning up around the house. I enjoy working with kids because it's hard to find good child care these days. Growing up with a special needs brother really showed me how...
Shea can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Ashley W.


Bremerton, WA

$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have had a passion for working with children with all different ability types for as long as I can remember. My experience working with children with special needs started when I was 14 babysitting for a family friend who had two children with special needs. One was on the autism spectrum and the other had developmental...
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Lisa A.


Gig Harbor, WA

$20-22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Lisa A

Hello! I am a current student at CSU living in Fort Collins. I babysat throughout middle/high school and have experience working with special needs children through school programs. I have always enjoyed working with kids and would love to have the opportunity to babysit/nanny while I am still in school. I am currently looking...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Caitlin D.


Shelton, WA

$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experienced RBT Looking To Work With Kids On The Spectrum

Monday through Friday I work with two different clients on the Autism spectrum as a Registered Behavioral Technician. This work includes everything from feeding programs to ADLs to behavior reduction to social skills. While I am not certified to supply ABA services outside the context of job with South Sound Behavior Therapy, I...

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