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Love Victoria! She's cheerful & happy to do things how I prefer. She's thorough and pays attention to detail. I appreciate her!

Review for Victoria W. by Valerie G.

Taylor is very responsible. We feel very safe when she looks after our baby. She is punctual, dependable and a quick learner.

Review for Taylor T. by Anushka D.

Jada is simply wonderful! My kids adore her! She's always right on time, super friendly, easy to work with, and all is well when we return

Review for Jada B. by Jennette B.

Special needs caregivers in Magna, UT

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Caden K.


Magna, UT

$15-20/hr

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with special needs especially autism and ADHD and mental illness. It all runs in my family so I'm comfortable and used to that sort of thing I hope to be considered.
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Valenitaine A.


Magna, UT

$15-20/hr

Elderly Caretaker

I have 15 Years Of Experience Worked With An Alzheimer's Client, Also I've learned to help a Client that was home dialysis. And Working now with a client that needs bowels care services. I have helped to prepare medications, prepare meals, light house keeping, some laundry if requested. Companionship and many more that I am...
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Jocelyn M.


Magna, UT

$17-50/hr5 yrs exp

About Me! :)

I'm 18 and have worked for an in-home family childcare business for 3 years. During this time, I have worked with children ranging from newborn to school age. I am currently an after school program coordinator for the Salt Lake School District, and have experience working with children that have special needs. I have completed...
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 2 years experience as a special education para professional. During this time I helped students with educational goals. I have worked with special needs students ages 3-18. I would be happy to work on skills, feed and be a companion to those in need! Please reach out.
5.0
"Love Victoria! She's cheerful & happy to do things how I prefer. She's thorough and pays attention to detail. I appreciate her!"

Valerie G.

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Taylor T.


Salt Lake City, UT

$21/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter, Parent Helper, Great Cleaner, Helps With School!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am 23 years old and have babysat, been a caregiver, and a nanny off and on for the last 6 years. I grew up taking care of my 5 younger siblings and then was a nanny for younger children. I then moved onto caregiving with DD clients. I am great with house-work, have a college degree so can help with younger kids and...
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor is very responsible. We feel very safe when she looks after our baby. She is punctual, dependable and a quick learner."

Anushka D.

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Jada B.


West Jordan, UT

$15-21/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have many year of experience babysitting all ages. I am comfortable with all ages. I love kids so much I'm studying Child Psychology in college! I am very flexible and have a car if needed. I currently do behavioral therapy with kids who have special needs and have been doing this for the past 4 years!
Jada can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I had Jada for a couple days and would definitely have her again! She was on time/dependable, sweet, and really gentle with my girls!"

Lupe L.

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Giovana M.


West Valley City, UT

$15-17/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny For Your Children

I've been caring for kids since I was 21 and there's no better job. My passion is fostering their growth and development, and I'm excited about having a positive impact on their lives. I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. With my First Aid Training and CPR Training, you can...
Giovana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Giovana is an incredible nanny and lovely person. She cared for my special needs infant and didn't blink at the many extra tasks that were required, even when the needs changed and grew. She is hard-working, patient, kind, and responsible whether in my home or...

Amy R.

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Kevin D.


Salt Lake City, UT

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional/Weekend Behavior Professional

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

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 worked with my son with special and he is great to work with, he has experience and was very reliable and dependable."

Kat G.

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Alair L.


Salt Lake City, UT

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Here For All Your Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Alair and I'm an 19-year-old student at the University of Utah working on completing my Bachelors Degree. I have an Associates from Weber State and went to a STEM high school. My hobbies include yoga, paddleboarding, and cross stitching. I also speak some French! I have 5 years of childcare experience. This...
Alair can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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Moeata S.


Salt Lake City, UT

$14-50/hr10 yrs exp

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 fed her which is no easy task especially because my...

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Mariah S.


West Jordan, UT

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

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...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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 her. I'm so glad we found her and hope she will be...

Ellie S.

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Hailey S.


West Jordan, UT

$22-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Hailey can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hailey is a gentle and soft spoken young woman who has taken care of my soon to be 4 year old granddaughter since she was 6 months old. I have also witnessed her involvement in the care taking of a rambunctious toddler since he was an infant. Hailey has a generous...

Lisa K.

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Rheanna H.


West Valley City, UT

$15-18/hr1 yrs exp

Fun And Youthful Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I was a nanny of 2 kids for a while, I regularly baby sit my niece with special needs, and watched my nephew every week day for his first year here on earth. I learned early on that my passion lies with children and since then I've gotten CPR certified and have been looking into classes that would help further my knowledge...
Rheanna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Rheanna to watch our daughters on more than one occasion. She was great with our little girls. We would definitely hire her again in the future."

Joe F.

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Becki B.


West Valley City, UT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

20+ Years Of Experience As A Caregiver

I have been providing care for individuals with special needs for over 20 years, 17 of those have been with the same agency. I have provided daily care for elderly, but the bulk of my experience has been working with individuals with Autism, other disabilities and disorders, and/or mental illness. I am certified as a FA/CPR...
Becki can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician
5.0
"Becki is one of the most patient and caring people I have ever known! Many years ago I supervised Becki as her boss working in a group home supporting people with Autism. She was as amazing then as she is now! She has a knack for looking at the positive side of...

Lisa B.

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Brenda Q.


West Jordan, UT

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi families, I have 5 year of experience take care children. Now I'm working with a cute little boy with special needs. I worked 5 months in a daycare with the preschool class, I can help with Swimming Supervision, walks, visits to the aquarium/zoo, outdoor activities, also indoor activities such as crafts, dances, games. I am...
Brenda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Brenda has become our go-to sitter. She is so flexible, great with our son, and patient - even with 3 kids causing mayhem around the house! Highly recommend!"

Kimberly T.

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Selu T.


Salt Lake City, UT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

I am 38 years old with a heart of gold for elderly people. I have worked in this field of caregiver for decades and it was my very first job after high school and since then I am very passionate for working with elderly and have the up most respect and love for them as I learn life lesson from. I've lived with elderly people all...
Selu can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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Allie D.


Salt Lake City, UT

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

Flexible Care Taker

I love working with kids and I am comfortable with pets, I know how to work with special needs children, I can give fun and educational activities
Allie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Marie U.


West Jordan, UT

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I have about a decade of experience working with people with disabilities including autism, Down syndrome, and dementia. I have multiple certifications, including CPR and First Aid certifications and a DSPD Respite Worker certification, which have improved my capabilities in caring for people with disabilities. I have been...
I was a BT at Autism Solutions and have experience doing ABA therapy with children on the spectrum!
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Lynzee M.


West Jordan, UT

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

The Child First And Always.

I'm Lynzee! I'm 23 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...
Lynzee can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid

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