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Kassi M.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have frequently cared for children 3 months-13 years of age. I am the oldest of five children, and was babysitting my little brothers and young cousins since I was a preteen. I have many years of professional nanny experience. I have experience with special needs children and adults. I am a positive and upbeat person who...

Martha K. says "Kassi has been watching our 2 year old and infant for a few months now and we highly recommend her. She is extremely kind, patient, and trust-worthy. She...

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Allegra R.

Artsy Nanny!!!

Seattle, WA

4.9(1)
from
$27/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have been nannying as long as I can remember. Ever since I was in middle school I was always looking after the neighbor kids etc. Then I began looking after families at my church. Since then I have had the pleasure of working with many families big and small from the PNW and Socal, my home turf, and have been blessed by the...

Care Member says "Allegra was fantastic with our one year old. She entertained, fed, and took care of our daughter perfectly. She’s communicative and on time. We’d hire...

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Tanya M.

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Arjun V. says "I am writing to highly recommend Tanya for any position related to childcare. She has been an exceptional addition to our family, providing outstanding...

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Kylie T.

Tacoma, WA

4.3(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
My greatest passion in life is caring for and educating children. I was a nanny for several families for over 10 years, spent 17 years as a high school French teacher, and am a step mom to five kids. I am excited to dedicate my passion to the right family full or part time. I have experience with children of all ages from...

Gabrielle P. says "Kylie is a terrific childcare professional. She communicates clearly, is kind, and shares in our child's interests. She is a responsible and safe...

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Crystal L.

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am CPR/first aid/aed certified. I am fully vaccinated. I have my own vehicle. I have 9+ years experience and have amazing references willing to talk with you about my time with their family. I have excellent experience with newborns and toddlers and have also cared for up to 4 children at once ranging from newborn - 12 years...

Care Member says "Crystal was prompt and was great with our two children of 6yo and 11mo. "

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Justin G.

Lifelong Loving Caregiver

Kent, WA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
I have 8 years of dementia, developmental disability, hospice care. And grew up around compassion care in my home life through my father. I have managed medications and employees on a professional scale worked in the home environment as well. There isn't anything I can't learn. My life is care, and I'm passionate about bringing...
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Sheela P.

Sheela In Issaquah

Renton, WA

3.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been a full time stay at home mom and home manager for over 28 years. I am healthy, active, have a lot of energy, love to cook, do arts/crafts and most things from organization to party planning, I am patient and kind and use redirection and praise versus harsh discipline. I have 4 children 13-28. My first graduated UW...

Shrinivass A. says "Sheela is a highly experienced nanny who took of my young infant. She not only took care of the baby but also helped with day to day household...

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Kayla D.

Self Employed Certified Caretaker / Housekeeper

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Greetings, here's a little bit about myself; I am a Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 8 years of experience providing personalized care to individuals that are elderly, special needs, chronic illnesses. Skilled in assisting with daily activities, medication management, and fostering a supportive environment. Committed...

Maggie T. says "Kayla is a very sweet, kind, and caring young woman. She had a wonderful way with both my elderly mother and my children, ranging in age from 8-17. She...

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Robin E.

Experienced Nanny for Infants, Toddlers & School Aged Children

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$42/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi, I'm a fully Covid Vaccinated and go by all the guidelines. I'm looking for a summer nanny position 30-35 hrs a week. I have a 7 yr old son that is actually my great nephew that we adopted. He will be going into the second grade. I enjoy taking the kids to parks or zoo, beach, picnic's .. doing art projects. I have dependable...

Mike P. says "Robin has been one of the most dependable and reliable caregivers we've hired to watch our kids. We hired her so we would have someone responsible in place...

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Sam C.

Bremerton, WA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! I have 18+ years of experience working with families and caring for their babies, children and pets. I have 3 recent years of experience working as a special needs preschool para with the Bremerton School District. I am married with 3 older kids of my own. I love children and am a very nurturing person. I am a natural...

Ashley F. says "Sam is amazing!!! Abby was always so excited to see her and warmed up to her quickly. Sam is very flexible and it was easy to work with her since we both...

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Joyce C.

Owesome Caregiver

Federal Way, WA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
My name is Joyce, vibrant, compassionate conservative caregiver full of energy. I have been a caregiver for 9+years. Its a job I love and Passionate about. I have experience with but not limited to medication management, mobility Assistance, bathing/dressing, meal preparation, companionship and housekeeping. I have been able to...
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Jordan R.

College Educated Nanny

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello there, I have extensive experience working with children from all ages including infants. I worked as babysitter for multiple years, as well as worked as a teacher for daycare (age group starting at 3 months). I am currently a SPED para educator for the Clover Park School District. I have experience with general ed and...

Eunice C. says "We hired Jordan three times to watch our toddler and newborn while I was recovering from surgery. My toddler enjoyed spending time with her doing arts and...

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Salaovea V.

Seattle, WA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello. I am a mother of 5 children. I have been working as a caregiver for over 20 years on and off. I am very reliable and need less supervision. I have worked for elderly's of all kinds from Dementia, Total-care, cancer , hospice and not limited to companion. I am very honest and hardworking. I am very very compassionate at...
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Kristen M.

Former Nurse / Compassionate Care

Bremerton, WA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
20 years experience
My name is Kristen, and as I enter semi-retirement I'm looking for part-time caregiving positions. I've worked with disabled children and adults for the past 20 years. I found the demands of nursing challenging, and I believe my calling is instead as a caregiver where I can provide more intimate caregiving while still...

Care Member says "Kristen has worked for us for 3 years. She is like family. We are sad to see her leave. She exceeded all our expectations. She is a wonderful...

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Logan S.

Fun Babysitter Who Loves Kids!

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$36/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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...

Kara F. says "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...

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Sheela P.

Renton, WA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have raised 4 children, 3 of which were 6-8 weeks premature, one daughter who was in speech therapy for 5 years. I have also worked with several autistic children up to the age of 15. I have also cared for my grandmother and most recently my mother for the last 6 years to include everything from full personal care to...

Maralee S. says "Sheela is kind and generally wonderful to be around. She did a great job connecting with my daughter, making her feel safe, and giving her creative...

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Angela H.

Special Ed Teacher Willing To Help

Seattle, WA

5.0(0)
from
$21/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I received my endorsement in Special Ed in 2007 and have taught in K - 12 grades for 4 years (learning disabled), most often in MT on reservations. In addition, I have worked with other special needs students as a substitute in the schools (for example, a boy in preschool who had Down syndrome).
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Sandra M.

Special Needs Care

Federal Way, WA

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I've been a childcare & special needs care provider for many years. I've cared for healthy, autistic, developmentally disabled and brain injured children ages infant to young adult for several years. I cared for a born brain injured youth for several years who needed complete and total care. Driving her on outings was part of...

Esther W. says "Sandra provided an engaging and fun experience for special needs son. She will tell what she intends to do for the time you have hired her. Sandra has a...

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Sara F.

Outgoing Special Education Major

Seattle, WA

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Sarupa W. says "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...

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Sherri K.

Bremerton, WA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
I have been a Para Educator for children and adults for over 15 years. I have an extensive background in AUTISM Spectrum disorders including Asperger syndrome, ADHD/ADD, Muscular Dystrophy, Multiple Schlerosis, Diabetes Type 1 & 2, Allergic reactions, Brittel Bone disorder, Down's syndrome, Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/Seizures,...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of January 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Olalla, WA

Special Needs Caregivers in Olalla, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kassi M.

Kassi has been watching our 2 year old and infant for a few months now and we highly recommend her. She is extremely kind, patient, and...

- Martha K.

Allegra R.

Allegra was fantastic with our one year old. She entertained, fed, and took care of our daughter perfectly. She’s communicative and on time....

- Care member

Tanya M.

I am writing to highly recommend Tanya for any position related to childcare. She has been an exceptional addition to our family, providing...

- Arjun V.

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