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Hello families, my name is Karoline, I am 29 years old and I have 10 years of experience with kids. I have been working with the same family for 4 years and have great recommendations, would be happy to share contact information. Unfortunately our contract ends in September and I'm looking for my next family. I am a...
I am from Brazil , and there I worked as a volunteer with special needs children, seniors and people with disabilities
Karoline can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Hi. I'm Ingrid and I'm graduate as a nurse technician specialising to takes care of senior and special need kids. I have 6 years + experience and good recommendations. I can provide critical care and also regular care. I would love to know your needs. Only free during the morning time 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Ingrid can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Courtney. I have been providing childcare for about 13 years. I have extensive experience with children of all age groups, and children with special needs. I have worked at a children's summer camp as a counselor, so I feel comfortable watching several children at a time. I especially love working with...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Our kids love Courtney!!! And we do too!! It's very clear that she takes her professional role seriously. She loves kids and she understands them. We are deeply grateful for all she gives our family!!!"
Megan B.
Chloe G.
Seattle, WA
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Chloe! I've babysat all my life, and started nannying two years ago. I'm dependable and experienced, ready to be flexible with your family's needs.
I began nannying with one family in Montana, I worked with them for a year. The kids are 10-year-old twins, and one is non verbal with Down syndrome. Working with kids who have...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Children are thee most vulnerable and valuable things on earth, so some of my my goals are to make sure that they feel loved, cared for and safe. I have been working with children from the time I was 15. I have worked with newborns to children up to 11 years old, children with special needs, and siblings. I am infant/child/adult...
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed and then hired Brenda for our two children (8 and 6 year olds) as an afternoon nanny. She was very responsive to our messages prior to meeting, and was very welcoming to our questions when we interviewed her. The kids feel comfortable with her."
Merryjane F.
3.0
(1)
I am looking for a position that starts in September. I have been with the same family since January 2023 and my position will be ending.
I have over 20 years experience, as a babysitter, nanny and preschool teacher. I received my training at the preschool owned and operated by Princeton University. I have a B. A. in English...
Annika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
3.0
"We were so excited after our phone interview with Annika, truly a great conversation... but she cancelled both times when we had scheduled to meet in-person to see if she'd be a good fit for a long term nanny role. Her background sounds amazing, but we need someone...
Whitney W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello beautiful families!
I am Erica and I have more than 5 years of experience taking care and giving love to the little ones.
I consider myself an attentive and loving care taker. I am responsible, curious, organized, enthusiastic and very patient and I have no problems with pets.
I worked in Brazil taking care of kids...
Erica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erica is fantastic! She is the total package when it comes to a caregiver - responsible, responsive, positive attitude, thinks holistically about the child's well-being, and our child loved her. We always look forward to when we'll see her next."
Jason J.
Derika M.
Seattle, WA
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I adore kids of all ages and enjoy being in their company. They bring out the fun, silly, and compassionate side of me. I've been a babysitter on care. com for 4 years now & 7 years overall. Last summer I worked with kids with special needs and disabilities. I was in charge of activities, preparing meals for the kids and looking...
5.0
"Derika was very warm and loving with my baby, who seemed so happy and relaxed with Derika. She was very quick to respond to my messages and showed up on time. "
Amelia H.
Chantel M.
Seattle, WA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Nanny With MA In Art Therapy And LPC
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked at a school for children with special needs for the last 4 years and I have been nannying part time as well for a family with 3 children for almost 5 years.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a mature, responsible and reliable nanny with 10 years experience. I have experience with kids from newborn to 12-year-old. I have the most experience with infants and toddlers. I simply love children, love caring for them and find them fascinating, and I am seeking further nanny work to continue doing what I love and...
Nguyen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rinny was just a wonderful nanny for our 7-month old daughter. We hired her when we were in-between nannies and she exceeded all our expectations. She was kind, sweet, funny and playful with our daughter and very watchful, which I appreciated. I had a nanny cam and...
Esha B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
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...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 fun!"
Monika C.
James C.
Kirkland, WA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun-Loving, Experienced Coach And Mentor For Adolescents/Adults With Special Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is James and I'm a social worker who is passionate about serving people with disabilities. I currently work with families in the Seattle/Eastside area who need some extra help to support a family member with special needs, whether at home or out in the community. I love to provide companionship, role-modeling,...
5.0
"James is wonderful with our student. He is gentle and patient, and instantly put us both at ease with his demeanor. We are looking forward to him working with us for a long time."
Naomi L.
Nabila N.
Renton, WA
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
10 years experience as a babysitter . I speak Arabic, French and English. I have experience with special need kids.
Nabila can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nabila cared for our daughter when she was a baby and was wonderful. They were always playing and singing and laughing. She also did our daughter's laundry, which was a huge help to use because our baby had reflux and spit up a lot. Nabila is warm and caring and...
Alex C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Not only am I an elementary education/special education major, my motivation for all of this is my nephew, B (6 years old, non verbal). B was born with DiGeorge syndrome, Autism, and several other disabilities. Over summer, when I was home in California, I drove/picked up from school, took him out to eat, and spent lots of time...
Nicole H.
Bellevue, WA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Nicole. I am a fun, playful, organized, patient nanny. I have 16+years of paid experience. Working with many different families and backgrounds.
Professionally, I am a special education teacher. I have been working with children with developmental disabilities for the past 6 years, part of that time I have done ABA...
5.0
"Excellent. Caring and reliable. Goes up and above her line of duty. Nicole remains calm in difficult situations and brings a breadth of fresh air to the family as a whole. She is really amazing."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 35-year-old nanny/household manager currently looking for a new family. I love working with children, my job is my dream job! I have been in the child care field for over 15 years, working full-time, part-time and on-call/as-needed. I excel working with school age children, special needs children and infants/toddlers. I...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley worked for our family for a few weeks (ages 7 & 9) and was wonderful with our children and with us. We clicked right away and she was genuine, honest, devoted and funny. We had hoped and planned to hire her on permanently, but were unable to due to a...
Amy C.
5.0
(3)
Greetings, I'm Sinira (Sin), a compassionate and experienced special needs caretaker dedicated to providing exceptional support for individuals with unique abilities. With a genuine passion for fostering independence and enhancing the quality of life, I bring a wealth of experience and a heart committed to making a positive...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As I am a Special Education Major at Chapman University, I am extremely passionate about caring for those with special need. I have extensive experience in the classroom setting and adequate experience in a household setting. I have a young cousin with Downs Syndrome and a close friend with an Autistic child. For as long as I...
5.0
"Sara is amazing...compassionate, genuine, dependable and responsible and a delight to have around. She took care of my six year old son and nine year old daughter over the summer and they simply loved her. She drove them around, played with them, helped with their...
Sarupa W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Nicolas, but you can call me Nico! I am 25 years old and hold Bachelor's in Psychological and Brain Sciences. I have moved to New York to work at Cornell's Center for Autism and the Developing Brain before continuing my education as a School Psychologist. I have over 5 years of experience in clinical, school,...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mercer Island, WA
Courtney M.
5.0
Our kids love Courtney!!! And we do too!! It's very clear that she takes her professional role seriously. She loves kids and she understands them. We are deeply grateful for all she gives our family!!!
- Megan B.
Brenda K.
5.0
We interviewed and then hired Brenda for our two children (8 and 6 year olds) as an afternoon nanny. She was very responsive to our messages prior to meeting, and was very welcoming to our questions when we interviewed her. The kids feel comfortable with her.
- Merryjane F.
Annika B.
3.0
We were so excited after our phone interview with Annika, truly a great conversation... but she cancelled both times when we had scheduled to meet in-person to see if she'd be a good fit for a long term nanny role. Her background sounds amazing, but we need someone that can dependably show up.
- Whitney W.
Erica C.
5.0
Erica is fantastic! She is the total package when it comes to a caregiver - responsible, responsive, positive attitude, thinks holistically about the child's well-being, and our child loved her. We always look forward to when we'll see her next.
- Jason J.
Derika M.
5.0
Derika saved our weekend! We were in Seattle for a family vacation. She made an putting for the adults possible after responding to a last minute plea for a babysitter. She was very friendly and punctual. She had activities to do with a 9 and 6 year old. They absolutely adored her. She focused on...
- Leslie B.
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