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I am currently pursuing my Master's in Special Education at Sierra Nevada College. I have had experience caring and teaching lessons to students with disabilities. I am very PATIENT, dependable and looking to gain some extra experience outside of school.
My background is in working with youth, and I have experience working with people on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, ADHD and behavioral challenges. I am able to follow provided behavior supports. I am capable monitoring activities, preparing meals, changing of clothes and assisting in the bathroom. I have a very grounded,...
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6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm happy to care for all of your loved one's needs and I have the education and the background to do so successfully. I understand the emotional and physical toll that it can take taking care of a loved one. I'm a compassionate and sensitive person that understands the importance of maintaining as much personal Independence and...
Hello I'm Joelenique but you can call me Jojo, I'm a stay at home wife that has 1 kitty and 1 dog. I've worked with kids basically my whole life even those who have special needs, I worked with kids that have autism, adhd, add, epilepsy, and some who have seizures. I am certified in CPR and first aid. I'm always home so I'll...
Tiandre R. says "Jojo is very sweet , kind and dependable. She has cared for my son since he was about 3 years old and she did very well with him. Some times I could...
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
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I have several years of childcare experience, from nannying for families, to working with kids with special needs, to practically running the children's ministry at my home church. Children are my passion and I love to work with them, help nurture, develop, and care for them! It's truly my favorite thing ever! I have nannying...
Sam C. says "Kaia is such a delight! She is kind, thoughtful, and quick on her feet. She is even tempered in stressful situations. She's super respectful of schedules,...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
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I am 24 years old and just moved to Maui. I am in my last year of "virtual" grad school earning my Masters in Education with a focus in Special Education. I have been a nanny for years and previously worked at a preschool and daycare center. I have had a lot of experience with infants, toddlers, children and teenagers and have...
Young Geun C. says "Lauren is an awesome babysitter with a very warm heart. You can tell she really cares for the little ones. She is patient and kind. She enjoys having...
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
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In my 12 years of experience, I have worked with children from 3-17 years old. I studied psychology with a focus in applied behavior analysis working with children with Autism. My work experience is with special needs and normal functioning children in a variety of settings. I love to find new ways to make learning fun. I enjoy,...
Brooke M. says "My children adore Bethany. With her background she has been able to teach me how to pick up on some of my child's anxiety cues and my children feel very...
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Susanna, and I'm passionate about caring for children and supporting their development in every stage. I have several years of experience with kids of all ages through nannying, babysitting, and most recently as a paraeducator and student teacher. I hold a master's in elementary education and am CPR/First Aid...
Stephen W. says "Susanna was an after school nanny for our son (now 7) and our daughter (now 15) for about 3 years. She was always reliable and diligent and was a very...
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10 years experience
With a Master's in TESOL and a background in education, I bring both compassion and structure to my work with children who have special needs. I've worked as a paraprofessional in special education classrooms, supporting students with a wide range of needs including ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities. I'm patient,...
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I have extensive experience caring for adults and seniors with dementia and disabilities in adult family homes. My focus is on personalized support, assisting with daily activities while promoting comfort and independence. I am trained in effective communication and creating engaging routines to enhance residents' well-being....
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Hey there! Growing up my mom has been a social worker who works with kids with special needs, so I have TONS of experience from helping her, I assisted with many special needs carnivals, down syndrome buddy walks, and many programs and organizations teamed up for kids with special needs.
I'm a special education teacher (OSD) who is looking for summer time work.
I worked in elementary resource for 3 years and middle school resource and DLC for 1 year. I'd love to chat!
Hi! I'm a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) currently working in a rehabilitation setting, with both professional and personal experience supporting individuals with special needs across the lifespan. I've worked with children and adults with autism, behavioral challenges, nonverbal or non-speaking communication...
Hello! My name is Mikayla and I have been working with kids and adults with disabilities since I was 12 years old. I started out my experience working at summer camps and eventually worked my way up to being a camp counselor in my early adulthood. I also have a years worth of experience working in teen group homes and two years...
I have lived with, volunteered with and worked with kids and adults with disabilities my entire life. I have a love for brains and bodies that work differently and the amazing individuals who inhabit them. They have a level of love, passion, trust and honesty that doesn't exist in your average human. Sometimes unique needs comes...
My name is Allyson! I am 29 and have a 8-year-old daughter. I have worked in daycare for roughly 5 years and I currently work in Olympia School District and have been since 2019, I work in SPED and currently working in the preschool program I have been working with kids since I was 10 years old and I have my AAST in Early...
Experienced professional with a caring, loving and supportive attitude. This experience was achieved while working as a Para Educator in the Tumwater School District which included but not limited to one on one care with autistic children both high and low functioning, classroom assistance and small group leader. Administrative...
I've worked in special needs schools at level 4 for around 4 years and below, I have a special needs brother that I've cared for my whole life. Super easy to talk with and super fun!
Caregiver for my entire professional career with 3+ years experience caring for medically fragile.
Neurodivergent and queer affirming.
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi there. Experienced caretaker and mother of two, ages 9 and 14, one with ASD/sensory needs. Have been sitting since I was 13 and working in early education since the age of 16, as my mother was an early education and behavioral needs specialist herself. Have served as a longer term live-in nanny for two families as well during...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.84/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Olympia, WA
Special Needs Caregivers in Olympia, WA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Joelenique R.
Jojo is very sweet , kind and dependable. She has cared for my son since he was about 3 years old and she did very well with him. Some times...
- Tiandre R.
Kaia T.
Kaia is such a delight! She is kind, thoughtful, and quick on her feet. She is even tempered in stressful situations. She's super respectful...
- Sam C.
Lauren B.
Lauren is an awesome babysitter with a very warm heart. You can tell she really cares for the little ones. She is patient and kind. She...
- Young Geun C.
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