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Rachel S.

Meridian, ID

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! I am a local mom and school SLPA looking to welcome 1 or 2 children into my home for childcare this summer. I will be watching my own 5 and 8-year-old, offering a fantastic opportunity for your kiddos to have built-in socialization and summer fun! About Me: The Credentials: B. A. in Liberal Studies with a focus in...

Sara Y. says "Rachel always tries to help in anyway she can and usually goes above and beyond expectations. She loves children and it really shows in the way she...

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Part Time Special Needs Provider

Meridian, ID

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$10/hr
My name is Michelle, I am happily married with 3 great kids ages 20, 17 & 11. I have worked at the University of Utah Hospital in the Rehab unit. I learned so much while working there as a CNA. I then found the best career for me and my family, working in home health care as a CNA/caregiver. I have worked with people who have...
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Meridian, ID

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I was recently taken into the field of Autism with a job offer to do ABA therapy. Applied behavior analysis provides one on one care with autistic individuals, helping them reach and exceed goals in behavior, social and verbal communication. I have been able to implement behavior plans, as well as run goals with clients daily....
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Patient And Kind Caregiver

Meridian, ID

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$11/hr
10 years experience
Special Needs & Developmental Support Experience: Deep Personal & Professional Roots: My childcare career actually began over 12 years ago caring for a child with special needs, whom I successfully taught to read, write, and swim Clinical Expertise: As an ASHA-certified SLPA, I work daily in schools with children presenting a...
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C'eirra H.'s Photo

Meridian, ID

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$16/hr
6 years experience
I have work with kids with special needs for over 7 years in many different settings. With many different abilities and challenges that they may encounter each day. I help assist them in whatever is need in the daily life to function
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Compassionate Caregiver

Meridian, ID

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$20/hr
I am a married, mother of 3 adult children. Most of my adult life I have able to dedicate my time to being at stay at home mother working part time at my children's schools as an elementary teaching assistant and or preschool teacher. I have some experience working in classrooms with developmentally delayed preschool age...
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Meridian, ID

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Hello there-I have a Sociology Degree and course work in child development. I worked as an RBT for 3 years, where I implemented ABA therapy with children who have autism ranging 1/5-12 years. I have experience with potty training, feeding, personal hygiene, dressing. I have been working with children since I was 15, and adults...
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Meridian, ID

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$15/hr
1 year experience
My name is Karis, I am a recent graduate of Idaho State University, with a degree in Dietetics. I have recently moved back to the Boise area and am looking for a part time position to supplement my teaching position. I have experience working with young adults/teens with physical and developmental disabilities. I am CPR, first...
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Trevor P.'s Photo

Meridian, ID

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I have always loved caring for children with special needs, since I was young I would volunteer in Special Needs classrooms. For the last year I have worked at a daycare for adults with special needs as a developmental therapist, teaching skills like healthy coping mechanisms and social skills.
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Nanny/childcare

Meridian, ID

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I have 5 years experience working in child care. I have worked with children from ages 1-14 years old. I have worked as a paraprofessional, as well as assisting children with special needs. I also have extensive experience with household care like cleaning, food prep, running errands, and assisting in some academic tutoring. I...
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Child Care & Pet Sitting

Meridian, ID

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I have been nannying for over 10 years with experience in both Idaho and California. I have nannied for children as young as 3 months and as old and 17 years old. I have experience working with children with special needs as well. I adore children, think that we can all teach them so much, yet also have a lot to learn from them....
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I Love Children, Being Active With Them and Having Fun With Them

Meridian, ID

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
What do the children like to do for fun? I like to be outside with the children and do there favorite activity. I love helping and being around with children in my free time. I have worked with special needs kids for over 7 yrs in the community and in the school system.
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Meridian, ID

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi I'm Amelia!! I have been babysitting for 4 years, and working in a childcare center since February of 2024, though I recently decided to switch to nannying. I finished my senior year of highschool, and am on track to start at Boise State University in the fall of 2026, planning to major in nursing. I primarily work with...
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Meridian, ID

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$25/hr
19 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been working with children for as long as I can remember, starting with my younger brother and sister and then babysitting the neighbors' children and working with the YMCA and the Boys and Girls Club. I have been a nanny for the last 9 years and love working with children. Most recently I've worked with the same family...
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Meridian, ID

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I love children and strive to provide care and household mgmt. in the same way you do so that the transition is smooth for all of us. I have extensive experience raising my own 7 children, ages 12-34, as well as babysitting since age 10 and many volunteer positions with children. I have served in the nursery at our church and...
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Meridian, ID

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
Making a positive impact on children's lives truly motivates me. I'm passionate about supporting families by providing reliable care. My experience includes working with children who have special needs. I am a mother to Three children myself (special needs) I'm patient, calm, creative, and imaginative. I provide regular updates...
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Trevor P.'s Photo

Meridian, ID

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Ever since middle school, I would volunteer in Special Needs classrooms. I am always ready to assist wherever and whenever. I've worked full time as a developmental therapist for the past year, teaching and helping in development skills. I grew up helping my parents take care of my little sisters, and we would also babysit...
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Meridian, ID

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Compassionate caregiver with over 35 years of childcare experience providing exceptional care to children from birth to adulthood. Driven by a lifelong love of children and animals I find immense joy in nurturing and enriching the lives of anyone under my care. I enjoy forging deep connections with families at every stage. I...
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Crafting Memories, Learning, And Laughter!

Meridian, ID

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi Families! My name is Quinn and I would love to help your family. I have five years of paid experience working with children and I absolutely love it! More than I enjoy working retail that's for sure, ha! A few activities I gravitate towards is baking treats, crafts, science projects, and the start of the show would be Just...
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Trevor P.'s Photo

Meridian, ID

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
home modification
respite care
+ 1 more
I've always grown up around seniors, my mother would always volunteer at retirement homes and bring me along. I've grown compassionate, wanting to care for those who can't take care of themselves. I would assist in Special Needs classrooms in high-school, and after graduating I work full time as a developmental therapist.
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  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of June 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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