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Jessen J.


Magna, UT

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm Jessen, I am 22 years old, and have 7 younger siblings, so I've had my fair share of changing diapers, messes, sick kiddos, feeding, bathing, and the whole works! One of my little brothers is special needs so I am a bit more comfortable than most with looking after children with basic special needs. I am well versed...
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Deborah G.


Salt Lake City, UT

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Can take care of your child.

5.0

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I have a LIFE time of experience creating a safe and nurturing nest for my children. I'm known for my tolerance, patience, and understanding. I'm able to help with special needs children. One-on-one preschool is amazing for a real start, and Im a good teacher :) As a mother of 7, you can trust me with your newborn. I'm looking...
5.0
"Debbie put sanity into my insane dinner time. She cooks up a week's worth of meals every week for us and preps my husband's lunches. It's such a load off. The $$ we used to spend dropped! We don't fast-food...

Reviewed by Dawn A.

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Emily L.


Salt Lake City, UT

$20-23/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny, Extra Focus On Special Needs

4.0

(1)

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I have four years of professional experience working with kids. I spent time working with autism as an ABA Therapist (ages 2-17). While my experience is primarily with these ages, I have done a few nannying jobs with children 0-2. I also have a couple years of experience working as a substitute teacher. Before working with kids...
4.0
"I appreciated Emily's quick response time when I reached out for help over the holiday break. She communicates clearly in writing and in person. Each time I interacted with her, I got a vibe of positive and...

Reviewed by Marian K.

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Hailey S.


West Jordan, UT

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi, my name is Hailey! I'm a 22-year-old who lives in Salt Lake County. I have always enjoyed working with children and babysat all through high school. Shortly after graduating high school I became a nanny and completely fell in love with the profession! I have experience working with kids of all ages. I also have experience...
5.0
"Hailey was wonderful! Not only did she take care of our twins, she did the dishes! Not once did I ask prompt her or hint to it. She showed up on time and was very polite and respectable! I would hire her...

Reviewed by Jeff A.

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orked with special-needs, autism, brain damage Work as a CNA in a hospital I'm a licensed cosmetologist Barber And I love being with people and I get along with anybody
5.0
"I am a 68-year-old C-4 quadriplegic man. My experience with Anna has been excellent. She is very willing to do anything she's asked to do. She has a very cordial, professional, and pleasant personality and...

Reviewed by Lynn W.

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Moeata S.


Salt Lake City, UT

$14-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I had experience of over 10 yrs taking care elderly patients addition to that all that I mark for my experience.. I treat them with love and care I have experience with elderly care with Alzheimer's and anxiety and depression and many more
5.0
"Moeata worked for my grandma who had dimentia for about 3 years until she passed. My grandma loved moeata and was able to get the best care from her. Moeata changed her diapers daily, bathed her and cooked and...

Reviewed by Care member

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Anna B.


West Valley City, UT

$18-38/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Adaptable, Easy Going, Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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Worked with special-needs, autism, brain damage Work as a CNA in a hospital I'm a licensed cosmetologist Barber And I love being with people and I get along with anybody
5.0
"Anna has been my caregiver for the past 3 years and she is one of the most careful, conscientious and knowledgeable caregivers I've had since becoming a quadriplegic 11 years ago. I'm a 59 y.o. Male C6/C7 quad...

Reviewed by Tim M.

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Mariah S.


West Jordan, UT

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver

4.6

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I'm Mariah! I'm 21 years old and currently have two little ones of my own. I enjoy caring for children and seeing them grow! I have 5 years of experience in caring for children. I currently live in the Salt Lake valley. Some of my work history includes caring for children newborn up to 10 years of age, also children with special...
5.0
"Mariah is amazing with my little one! She is an excellent communicator and is constantly sending me updates. And if I text her I hear back within 20 minutes. She is so sweet and has a very calming manner about...

Reviewed by Ellie S.

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Kevin D.


Salt Lake City, UT

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional/Weekend Behavior Professional

5.0

(3)

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I am very responsible, reliable, and keep the commitments I make. I have the ability to manage very difficult behaviors (aggression/elopement) effectively by using positive behavior supports. I am a BCBA and I especially enjoy taking children out into the community whom others may find too challenging to manage safely. I can...
5.0
"Kevin is the best. He does so well with my son. He gets on the floor with him. Joins him in his activities. Even takes him to the potty... Then the biggest worry to me is that I typically worry about leaving my...

Reviewed by Gina B.

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Jada B.


West Jordan, UT

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

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I have many year of experience babysitting all ages. I am comfortable with all ages. I love kids so much I'm studying childhood development in college! I am very flexible and have a car if needed. I do behavioral therapy with kids who have special needs and have been doing this for the past 4 years!
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Courtney C.


Salt Lake City, UT

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

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I have spent the last 5 years working with my sweet autistic cousin. I have been lucky to be his buddy!
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Rebecca S.


Salt Lake City, UT

$20-26/hr7 yrs exp

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I have worked with children with special needs for seven years at an elementary school. I helped with behavior management, reading, math, and companionship. I absolutely love being around them and being able to help where needed.
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Stephanie H.


West Jordan, UT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been in the childcare/preschool for 10 years, . I spent 10 years in the childcare/preschool profession, dividing those years half and half as either a preschool teacher or an assistant director/director of a preschool and daycare facility. I have worked with children of various age groups: from infants to pre-teens. I...
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Mataya C.


West Jordan, UT

$12-20/hr3 yrs exp

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Here's bit about me! I have done childcare for 10 years here and there. I love working with kids! Starting in 2017 I was doing respite care for people with special needs ages 5-30 years old! I also nannied twins from the time they were 2 months to almost 2-year-old. Fall 2019 (August-December) I went to Nicaragua and taught...
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Tisiola A.


Salt Lake City, UT

$30-40/hr4 yrs exp

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I am a hard working person very patient with dealing with clients who need special care. I am friendly easy going, communication, reliable, trustworthy, caring kind and lot of love to offer to anyone I work to. I am very confident doing my job even if it's my first time doing it I always tried my best to be on top of taking good...
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Lynzee M.


West Jordan, UT

$22-30/hr8 yrs exp

The Child First And Always.

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I'm Lynzee! I'm 22 and have 10 years under my belt caring for kids. I started Nannying full time in the summers when I was out of school at age 12, ! I Nannied that family with 5 kids for 8 years, and they became my family. I went Full Time with them when I graduated High School and have countless experience with many other...
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Jada B.


West Jordan, UT

$16-19/hr5 yrs exp

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I've been working with kids with special needs for many years! Right now I work at an autism center as a registered behavior technician. I love working with kids. I am very flexible and also have a car if needed!
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Alyssa P.


West Valley City, UT

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi!! My name is Alyssa, I'm 21 years I returned from an LDS mission a year ago. I am currently attending Utah Valley University studying to be an ASL teacher. In highschool I helped worked with the Special Needs class as well as did the Special Needs mutual program in my area for 3 years. I am certified nurse assistant. I worked...

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I've had 10 years of experience with newborns up to teenagers, I have exclusively been watching kids for the past 3 years! I have experience with several children at one time and children with special needs! I absolutely love teaching and interacting with children! I'm very reliable and open to learning new skills! I'd...

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Hi!! My name is Alyssa, I'm 21 years I returned from an LDS mission a year ago. I am currently attending Utah Valley University studying to be an ASL teacher. In highschool I helped worked with the Special Needs class as well as did the Special Needs mutual program in my area for 3 years. I am certified nurse assistant. I worked...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Magna, UT

Deborah G.

5.0

Mrs. Deborah is amazing. She's been taking care of our toddler and newborn with the greatest ease and patience. She's made every effort to accommodate the routines we had already set, and follow all the little things we like done and how we like them done with our kids. She's super energetic with...

- Tiffany R.

Emily L.

4.0

I appreciated Emily's quick response time when I reached out for help over the holiday break. She communicates clearly in writing and in person. Each time I interacted with her, I got a vibe of positive and calm which is what I enjoyed about her character.

- Marian K.

Hailey S.

5.0

Hailey was wonderful! Not only did she take care of our twins, she did the dishes! Not once did I ask prompt her or hint to it. She showed up on time and was very polite and respectable! I would hire her again in a heartbeat! Thank you Hailey!

- Jeff A.

Anna B.

5.0

I am a 68-year-old C-4 quadriplegic man. My experience with Anna has been excellent. She is very willing to do anything she's asked to do. She has a very cordial, professional, and pleasant personality and demeanor. I can wholeheartedly and without any reservations whatsoever recommend her to...

- Lynn W.

Moeata S.

5.0

Moeata worked for my grandma who had dimentia for about 3 years until she passed. My grandma loved moeata and was able to get the best care from her. Moeata changed her diapers daily, bathed her and cooked and fed her which is no easy task especially because my grandma was a very picky woman. I...

- Care member

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