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Kristie G.

Kirkland, WA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have worked at a full inclusion pre-school for a year, and am currently a full time nanny for a sweet special needs boy, as I continue my education to be a full time SPED teacher.
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Mariah C.

Babysitter/Nanny

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
I am a camp counselor for 3-10 kids over 2-3 weeks during the summer. I have been a long term nanny for multiple families who I can reference you to. I work with children with special needs on a daily basis.

Aramis M. says "The kids loved her! She was everything we were looking for in the time that she worked for us! "

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Dianna B.

Dianna

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have several years of experience caring for children and families. This experience includes infant/early childhood daycare teaching, special needs education, early intervention, childhood emotional regulation research, and nannying. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology and several additional certifications in CPR, First Aid...

Care Member says "She is excellent with young children. Very dependable. We really enjoyed having her with us."

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Amanda R.

Bothell, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
As a former live-in nanny of three years, and a babysitter of 15, I know how important it is to be consistent with the house rules while having a great time. I can make ice cream, sing a rocking show tune, and I read awesome stories... yes, there are voices. I'm reliable, energetic, and always willing to try to accommodate a...

Alan C. says "Amada is terrific! The kids love her. She took them to the children's museum, library, outings, even walked the dog. All without even being asked to do it....

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Jada M.

Fun Sitter! I Love Creating Smiles

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I am available for work and I am interested in the job you posted. Here are a few of the things I am able to help with. INFANT BOTTLE FEEDING TUMMY TIME & MEETING DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONES "FIELD TRIPS" -park days, picnics, etc SPEACH & LANGUAGE SUPPORT MEAL PREP POSTPARTUM CARE OVERNIGHT CARE TRAVEL CARE SPECIAL NEEDS...

Adrian S. says "We love Jada! Our son really loves her too. She started with us when our baby boy was ~7mo and she has been with us ever since. He is now 13mo and he...

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Soida P.

Bellevue, WA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience
Nurturing children and supporting families is my passion. With nine years of experience, I provide a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive. I hold certifications in First Aid and CPR Training, and my background includes Early Childhood Education (ECE) coursework and experience with special needs children. I...

Care Member says "Soida has worked with Kids all ages for a long time, she has lots of experience. She is dual language and super patient. "

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Madeline F.

Punctual, Dependable And Fun!

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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I have been babysitting and nannying for over 10 years. I have experience with newborns through age 15, and I have cared for children in groups and children with special needs such as autism. I am a college graduate with a major in Psychology and a minor in Spanish language, and I am passionate about music, education, traveling,...

Darcy R. says "She's fluent in Spanish! Does a great job cleaning up after herself and the kids and an overall wonderful person. "

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Hadassa A.

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I am a 35-year-old; Bilingual, goal-focused, energized, caring, reliable, trustworthy and a patient educator. I volunteered for a NGO that cared for orphaned and displaced children in South America for a 2 year period. I also have 2 years College in Pedagogy with focus on childhood education. I am experienced working as an...

Melissa H. says "Haddy (as we call her) has been our part-time nanny for 2 years. We have a 2.5 yo boy and a 10 month old girl. The joy she brings to both kids is...

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Julia A.

Woodinville, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! Over the past years, I have had the joy of working as an para-aid in the preschool, elementary and high school setting. I also volunteered at church, caring for children from infantry through elementary age and private tutor special needs children. With experience in animal care, in volunteering at animal shelters and...

Care Member says "Such a great person and was amazing with the kids. Very reliable and trustworthy. Went above and beyond what we expected and will definitely have her...

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Katherine M.

Nurturing, Experienced And Energetic Caregiver Available

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked in private households and group homes over the last 20 years, providing primary and respite care for special needs clients of all ages. I provide support for assisting clients with daily living skills (including bathing and bathroom functions), regular outings, and doctors' appointments. I can cook and do light...

Kristina G. says "She is great and very dependable. She is currently still working for us!!"

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Michael Z.

Senior Caregiver

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello!!! My name is Michael. I am helpful, loving and fun person. I have the passion to care your loved one with dignity. I have experience in caregiving field for over 14 years with various cases from Parkinson, Dementia, Alzheimer , client with special needs.... doing ADL's grooming, meal preparation, medication reminder,...

Mia M. says "Michael is an absolute pleasure! Experienced, kind, punctual to only name a few qualities. We are fortunate to count ourselves as one of his clients. Highly...

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Allegra R.

Artsy Nanny!!!

Seattle, WA

4.9(1)
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$27/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have been nannying as long as I can remember. Ever since I was in middle school I was always looking after the neighbor kids etc. Then I began looking after families at my church. Since then I have had the pleasure of working with many families big and small from the PNW and Socal, my home turf, and have been blessed by the...

Care Member says "Allegra was fantastic with our one year old. She entertained, fed, and took care of our daughter perfectly. She’s communicative and on time. We’d hire...

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Mikeshia M.

Loving Caregiver Seeking Client

Bellevue, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
Loving and patient, licensed caregiver with 10 years + of experience seeks to help with your loved one. While I have cared for diverse backgrounds including but not limited to physically disabled/ special needs youth / and adults, most of my experience has been built around caring for seniors. Whether your loved needs assistance...

Care Member says "Mikeshia has been working for us for over a year. She takes care of my partner who has advanced ALS. She is amazing. She is beyond capable, able to do...

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Kate W.

P/T Nanny, Live-in. Has Experience With Feeding Tubes, Asperger, Mental Health Needs

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a 44-year-old mom, looking for a part-time position. I have 2 kids of my own (9 and 22), plus former long term foster kids (21 and 25), and others I have parented. The three older ones are grown and flown. The 9-year-old was born with a major birth defect, now mostly resolved. After 6 years of "medical parenting" and 22...

Cindy G. says "Kate is so friendly and very competent with my medically needy baby. She's able to give meds, manage the feeding tube, and put the baby to sleep. That's...

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Chantel M.

Full Time Nanny

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am currently a nanny for one toddler and have been with him since he was 5 months old. (2. 5+ years). I moved to Seattle about 4 years ago from Houston where I worked as an Art Therapist and teacher at a school for children with special needs(ages 2-13) for 4. 5 years. I also nannied part time as well for a family with 3...

Care Member says "Chantel (goes by Remy) is a fantastic, loving, and dependable nanny who cared for our son from 5 months to 3 years old. They became a part of our family...

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Brianna L.

Babysitting Or Nannying For College Grad

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Being the oldest child , I have had experience being around children for more than half of my life. Growing up I was the extra set of hands, the extra parent that was needed in order to help my parents with daily tasks. Being around kids is a norm that I feel comfortable with and I genuinely enjoy being around them and feel that...

Monika C. says "Brianna was our regular family babysitter and bedtime helper for three kids under 5YO for one year until we (sadly) moved. She is reliable, caring, and...

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Kabal S.

Experienced Male Caregiver/Nanny

Bellevue, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Kabal and I'm a 28-year-old college student working towards one day becoming a BCBA. I've been working with adults and children with special needs for the past 10 years. I've worked with agencies supplying in home care, ABA therapy, and CNA experience in nursing homes so I've worked with many...

Kimberley R. says "I hired Kabal because I sensed he'd be a good match for my high-functioning, autistic teenager. He made several visits here each day during my absence,...

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Renee M.

Babysitter Available For Your Family!

Redmond, WA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Washington in Sociology. I have experience working as a nanny for three years as well as a substitute teacher at a day care. I also have experience working with children through additional work as a camp counselor for special needs children and experience as an elementary school tutor.

Jennifer T. says "Renee was incredibly helpful in caring for our toddler son on short notice. We had been looking for a FT nanny and her profile was pretty impressive....

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Logan S.

Fun Babysitter Who Loves Kids!

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$36/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Logan and I am interested in helping take care of your children . I have lots of experience working with children from the time I was in 6th grade. I worked as a helper at my synagogue and was also a teachers aide at my middle and high school. I have babysat and nannied for people for 6 years as well. I love...

Kara F. says "Logan is wonderful! We were looking for someone to help out and play with our daughter. She is super fun, energetic, creative, and kind. She takes...

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Bonnie B.

Caregiver, CNA Class, NAR, Medical Asst.

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've worked with a lady that has mental diseases, bi-polar, dementia, etc. Been a caregiver, medical assistant, and NAR. I'm very passionate about taking care of people that need special care so they can have a quality of life. Been in medical 15 years and dental 15 years.

Suzanne G. says "It is a true pleasure for me to write this letter of recommendation for Bonnie B. Bonnie has worked as my daughter's caregiver on two occasions, so that...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.95/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Kirkland, WA

Special Needs Caregivers in Kirkland, WA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Mariah C.

The kids loved her! She was everything we were looking for in the time that she worked for us!

- Aramis M.

Dianna B.

She is excellent with young children. Very dependable. We really enjoyed having her with us.

- Care member

Amanda R.

Amada is terrific! The kids love her. She took them to the children's museum, library, outings, even walked the dog. All without even being...

- Alan C.

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