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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

Review for Courtney M. by Megan B.

We were so excited after our phone interview with Annika, truly a great conversation... but she cancelled both times when we had scheduled

Review for Annika B. by Whitney W.

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

Review for Brenda K. by Merryjane F.

Special needs caregivers in Mercer Island, WA

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Karoline S.


Mercer Island, WA

$18-50/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny Experience With Special Needs

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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...
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Mara D.


Mercer Island, WA

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced And Reliable Morning Nanny Available Part-Time

Hello! My name is Mara, and I have over 9 years of experience working with children, including 4 years as a nanny caring for children ages 1 to 5. I started providing childcare and spent 3 years offering specialized care for a child with special needs. I'm a non-smoker with a clean driving record, spotless background checks,...
Mara can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

As a nurturing caregiver with seven years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and creative personality, coupled with a graduate degree, allows me to provide a safe and stimulating environment for your child. I keep parents informed through written daily reports and am very...
Guille can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Karoline S.


Mercer Island, WA

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help

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: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:

CNA

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Courtney M.


Seattle, WA

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Experienced Nanny Available

5.0

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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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I would highly recommend Courtney as a babysitter. She has watched my son (now 15 months old) over the last year when my husband and I have date nights and she is such a joy. She always arrives on time and follows our directions (bedtimes, food, etc.) and also...

Haley S.

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Annika B.


Seattle, WA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A September Position

I work for Seattle Public Schools as a Special Education Instructional Assistant. I have over 25 years experience, as a babysitter, nanny, preschool teacher, before and after school caregiver, camp counselor for those with special needs, tutor, and 1:1 aide. I originally received training at the preschool owned and operated by...
Annika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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.

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Brenda K.


Kirkland, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time-full Time Nanny

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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, 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.

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Tanya M.


Seattle, WA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience caring for children. I can help with a variety of household tasks including laundry, dishes, bathing kids/pets, pet care, & light cleaning. I love children and would love to involve your children in some fun activities and experiences. I enjoy engaging children in exercise, crafts, imaginary...
Tanya can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I am writing to highly recommend Tanya for any position related to childcare. She has been an exceptional addition to our family, providing outstanding care for our children and going above and beyond our expectations. She consistently arrives on time and...

Arjun V.

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Chantel M.


Seattle, WA

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny With MA In Art Therapy And LPC

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.
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Irene K.


Renton, WA

$24-42/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Am registered caregiver am very patient, kind and honest am good in Home management and care planning. ... Medical advocacy. ... Prescription medication management. ... Help with personal hygiene and care. ... Assisting with meals and nutrition. ... Help with mobility. ... Home maintenance and basic housekeeping....
5.0
"Irene is fantastic! I couldn't have found a better person to help me in the morning and evenings. I'm in my mid 50's and have Multiple Sclerosis. I am in in a power wheelchair full time and can't walk at all. She helps me with transferring in/out of bed, dressing...

Jeanne B.

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Nguyen N.


Seattle, WA

$34-36/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dependable & Expert Caregiver. Hired as an occasional babysitter; she has built great rapport with our Velcro kid. Although we allow some screen time on date nights; She hasn’t used that crutch and her default is always to engage our son with different activities....

Care member

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Alexandra P.


Bellevue, WA

$29/hr5 yrs exp

Flexible & Accommodating Sitter With Ample Availability Looking For Part-Time Job.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

**Please note: I am currently working a full-time job and am only available for one-time jobs at this time.** Hi, I'm Ali! I have over 4 years of experience and have worked with a variety of families. I have cared for newborns, teens with special needs, and every age in between. I started as a nanny for two kids one summer....
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ali is a gem! Of all the baby sitters and helpers that one could find, she stands out because of her innate goodness. She is punctual, dependable and trustworthy. She babysat my children and continues to do so from time to time. She is fun, spontaneous, gentle and...

Sumana S.

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Brianna L.


Seattle, WA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitting Or Nannying For College Grad

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: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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.

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Sarah D.


Seattle, WA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Loving, CPR And First Aid Certified Nanny With Experience Seeks Part Time Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sarah. I am 33 years old. I am a Registered Behavioral Therapist. I really love working with kids. I have experience with infants as young as 1-month-old and kids as old as 17. I am comfortable caring for children with or without special needs. socialization and learning through play are extremely important in...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah is an amazing caregiver. She is very enthusiastic about taking care of kids and is very knowledgeable about their behaviors. Being very punctual & dependable, Sarah gives her best work to you and will not disappoint. I highly recommend her to take care of...

Yuki C.

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Erika L.


Renton, WA

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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...
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Nicole H.


Bellevue, WA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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."

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Logan S.


Seattle, WA

$36/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter Who Loves Kids!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Logan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"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 precautions with COVID. She is present and thoughtful with our daughter. She is a great person and a fantastic...

Kara F.

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Ashley M.


Renton, WA

$29/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Nanny

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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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.

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Nicolas C.


Seattle, WA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Young Professional Aide With Over 3 Years Of Experience

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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Sara F.


Seattle, WA

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Outgoing Special Education Major

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.

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