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Sydney W.

Vineyard, UT

4.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
hey! I'm Sydney. I am a fun, energetic, outgoing, babysitter who loves hanging out with kids and making them smile. I've been babysitting for as long as I could remember and I was a nanny for 13 months to 2 children, one being low spectrum autistic. I have great experience with special needs children from working as a registered...

Lindy J. says "Sydney was great with our kids, they absolutely adored her. She did a great job of taking care of them. We hired Sydney 3-4 times. The last couple times we...

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Happy Outgoing Sitter!!

American Fork, UT

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I love kids and being around them, my favorite thing is watching them learn new things and teach me new things daily! I work very well with all ages, but especially love being around newborns/infants!! *Right now I'm looking to come help with newborn duties, I've worked with a range of ages over the course of the last 5 years...

Care Member says "Wow! I could go on and about Jenna! What a blessing she has been to our lives. We found Jenna randomly on care 3 years ago and I have felt so lucky for...

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Part-time Caregiver Available

American Fork, UT

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have babysat ever since I was 12, watching kids from all ages. I love to play sports, go on walks, and swim. I've had opportunities to go on vacations with families I have nannied for in the past, as well as being able to watch kids for a few hours randomly. I am respite certified so I do know CPR and first aide. My nephew has...

Rachel P. says "Allison was great! Took great care of my kids and even cleaned my kitchen without me asking. I will definitely use her again."

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Fun Sitter Who Loves Working With Kids

Pleasant Grove, UT

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
I have 10+ years of sitter experience, and have been working with care. com for the last few years. I have my own form of transportation. I am willing to travel and help take kiddos places if needed. I have experience working with children who have special needs. I also love pets!!

Care Member says "Angelic was great with the kids. They were in two different rooms , took them ti the game room and my son to his ski lessons. "

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Experienced Nanny Poppins Looking For Extra Special Grandkids To Spend Time With.

Lehi, UT

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi , I really love spending time with children. I raised nine children myself, 5 bio 4 adopted from China and I fostered four others. I have really enjoyed working with children with special needs of all kinds. I have advocated for children in China with down syndrome to be adopted. My cousin's daughter also was born with Down...
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American Fork, UT

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm 24 years old and the oldest of 7! I've been nannying professionally for the past 6 years. I love spending time with my siblings and have always been a super nurturing and caring person. My youngest brother has Down syndrome, so I have a lot of experience with children that have special needs.
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Kennedi The Caregiver!

Provo, UT

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been taking care of kids since I was born! I am from Texas, I am one of seven girls, and I'm great with kids. I am CPR and First Aid Certified, and currently studying to become a nurse. I have two younger sisters with special needs, and am very familiar and comfortable with caring for children with special needs. I am...

Sara C. says "My son loves Kennedi! She is such a sweet girl and keeps him entertained and happy all the time. She is also very good at teaching him different things not...

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Provo, UT

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
l have cared for children from ages 0-15, with up to eight children in my care at a time! Along with my experience caring for many ages, I have also cared for children with many abilities including; foster children, children with special needs ( down syndrome, speech disabilities, and autism) and am excited to meet the needs and...

Serissa P. says "I knew I loved Elaina from our first interview. She was professional and had great confidence. I knew these qualities would allow me to feel secure in...

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Professional Caregiver And Nanny

Vineyard, UT

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Stefanie, a native of Arizona. I come from a big family that consists of 7 brothers and 4 sisters. One of my brothers is physically and mentally disabled which led me into a career in special education. I attended Arizona State University graduating with honors in Special and Elementary Education. I went on to...
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American Fork, UT

3.0(1)
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$26/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm a California native now living in Utah! Growing up I had a very special relationship with a babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving and thoughtful influence as a nanny. My child care experience ranges from helping special needs kids, newborns all the way to young adults. I find such joy being a...

Care Member says "Ashley has worked for our family on and off for the last few years. My kids love her! She is hard working and thorough and I completely trust her. If...

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Lehi, UT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
personal care
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to help with meal preparation, medication prompting, bathing and dressing, bathroom assistance, and companion care. I like caring for seniors and persons with special needs because I feel they need our help and understanding more...

Care Member says "Sarah took care of my mom with dementia. She would help her shower and get her breakfast every morning. She made sure she took her meds. Sarah was...

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Returned Missionary, Oldest Of 9 Kids, Fun And Happy!

Provo, UT

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a nurturing and experienced caregiver with a deep passion for helping children thrive. What drives me is the joy of witnessing their growth, both intellectually and emotionally. With over five years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I believe in creating a...

Care Member says "Brooklyn has been our regular nanny for four months. My two kids love her! She is proactive with communication and does a lot of fun activities with the...

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Vineyard, UT

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am an experienced and passionate caretaker, and I treat each child I meet as if they were my own. My love for caretaking and children began almost 10 years ago when I began babysitting my younger siblings (I am the oldest of 7). I then went on the babysit countless children in my local church congregation and...

Kristine M. says "Madeline was so great with my kids. She's dependable and I never worried while I was away which is priceless. I would recommend her to all my friends!"

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Nanny Poppins 38 Years Experience

Lehi, UT

4.8(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am looking for part time hours a few days a week, and an opportunity to play Grandma. I am willing to do overnight sitting as well or travel with the family as an extra pair of hands. I love being with children. I adore babies. I am very reliable, mature, and trustworthy. I am loyal, enthusiastic and creative. I enjoy having...

Hannah N. says "Adriana is very kind and a huge blessing for our family. She will take time to play with the kids. We were so impressed with her. She is responsible and...

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Provo, UT

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Rebekah. I'm 26. I was raised on a large cattle ranch in MO. I have 30 siblings and 49 nieces nephews. I have had a lot of experience with special needs, newborns and twins. I absolutely love children! I have been to England and Costa Rica as a traveling nanny. My husband and I live on base so it is a very safe area for...

Care Member says "Rebekah is absolutely fantastic with children. She is energetic and fun. She is very capable of caring for kids of all ages. She is welcoming and...

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Fun And Creative

Provo, UT

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I've worked in 3 different elementary schools as a paraprofessional, and I also have worked with adult special needs. I have experience in G-tubes, colostomy bags. I would rather do art projects and play games then have the kids watch movies/tv.
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American Fork, UT

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$19/hr
Errands
hospice services
meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I am Kennedy! I was a volunteer helping adults with special needs every Thursday for 3 years. I was a caregiver for toddlers for two years and then started working with children with special needs. I am currently a caregiver to a young woman with cerebral palsy. I have experience with feeding (both through a tube and through...
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Provo, UT

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
My name is Lydia! I'd describe my personality as kind, understanding, happy, and gentle. I like caring for seniors because it's a meaningful job and I love making friends with them! I'm looking for a job that provides me fulfillment and allows me to help others. I started caring for seniors two years ago when I took a job...
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Lehi, UT

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a full time mom just looking for extra income to help out with my family. I have cared for individuals with special needs and seniors who need extra care(even those with little to no mobility). I have experience of more than 7 years and I give the best care expected of me. I make sure I meet/exceed your expectations and...
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Provo, UT

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I graduated with my degree in psychology from BYU Idaho last December and have been accepted into Rocky Mountain University's Doctorate of Occupational Therapy program. I am looking for an easy going, flexible part time job in the afternoons that I can do while going to grad school. I have had years of experience working with...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.41/hr as of July 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Orem, UT

Special Needs Caregivers in Orem, UT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Sydney W.

Sydney was great with our kids, they absolutely adored her. She did a great job of taking care of them. We hired Sydney 3-4 times. The last...

- Lindy J.

Jenna M.

Wow! I could go on and about Jenna! What a blessing she has been to our lives. We found Jenna randomly on care 3 years ago and I have felt...

- Care member

Allison A.

Allison was great! Took great care of my kids and even cleaned my kitchen without me asking. I will definitely use her again.

- Rachel P.

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