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Brenda D.

Para Educator

Puyallup, WA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience with children and adults who have special needs I have worked as a para educator in a school district in special education classrooms working under a certified teacher. I have worked 1:1 with children and adults providing 100 percent of my attention. My daughter has autism and I am her advocate.

Robert T. says "As a single father who does construction, I really appreciated her level of communication and flexibility. She was very organized and took the time to...

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Caregiver

Puyallup, WA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there I am looking to find a position in which I can work with someone by providing genuine care and nurturing assistance with day to day living. I love meeting new people, going for walks, and listening to others life stories. :)
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Patient And Craft Extraordinaire

Puyallup, WA

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a highly qualified sitter with a degree in speech pathology! I have worked for public and private special education jobs as a teacher's assistant and Speech Pathologist. I also have extensive experience in cognitive retraining in a memory/dementia care unit. I like to care for families outside my full time job as an SLP....
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Puyallup, WA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there ! I am an experienced nanny working with kids of all ages and "special" needs. A mom of two whom strives to create an atmosphere that is safe , happy & nurturing in all ways. I'm patient , calm but energetic , adventurous, & creative ! Additional CPR certified + FIRST AID trained to provide the best care for your...

Lea K. says "I was very pleased with my son's care with Jocilyn. My work schedule is not a regular 9 to 5, so it was nice to be able depend on someone to be there for him...

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Nanny

Puyallup, WA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello there! My name is Leah and I have been a nanny for many years as well as baby sitting since I was very young. I LOVE kids. I have been a camp counselor as well as being a preschool teacher at a day care. I also have a degree in childhood development and have experience in special needs. I love reading with with them,...

Dan B. says "Leah took care of our two kids (1yo and 3yo) for over a year. During that time, she was never once late and never had any issues come up that required her to...

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Nanny

Puyallup, WA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I am a very outgoing, fun and respectful caregiver. I am responsible & hard working. I have about 12 years of experience. I mastered diaper changing and bottle making by the age of 9. I am CPR/FIRST AID certified and am Comfortable with children of all ages. I have about a year of professional experience in working with...

Beth F. says "Lexi was our nanny for approximately a year and a half while our daughter was 3-4 years old. Lexi worked for us full time, with varying hours based on my...

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Full Time Special Needs Care Giver

Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I have worked for several years with child who had health challenges and mental disabilities. I also worked as a mental specialist.
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Special Needs

Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hello my name is Jeanne and I have over 5 years experience working with Down Syndrome and speech delays. Also Basic Child Care Training through Clover park Institute. CPR Cert. I am a very patient and understanding of Special needs. I enjoy music, singing, going to the park, and enjoying movies and crafts. Hope to hear from you...
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Part Time Caregiver/special Needs Nanny

Puyallup, WA

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$10/hr
Working with children with special needs is my passion. I've been a camp counselor for children with spina bifida and worked closely with patients at Children's Medical Center.
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Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Jaz and I use to be an in home care giver and taking care of someone is just a 2nd nature to me! Id love to assist you in anyway I can if a good fit !
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Puyallup, WA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hi!! I have ample experience working with kiddos of different ages that are on the spectrum! I was also a behavior tech at my previous job! I am CPR and first aid certified, and reliable transportation! I really hope you consider me to help out your family the best way I can!
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Puyallup, WA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Building Trust and Rapport: Building a strong relationship based on trust and understanding is crucial when working with special needs children. Take the time to get to know each child individually, learn their likes and dislikes, and communicate in a way that they can understand. Effective Communication: Communication is key...
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Behavior Tech/Caregiver

Puyallup, WA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
A caring and compassionate CBT of three years. My passion for this field grew through volunteering in Special Olympics and at school in the LEAPs classrooms. I started out work as an in-home nanny first (5 years) and decided to expand my horizons.
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Puyallup, WA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have worked with children with special needs like Autism and also clients with developmental disabilities for 2 years and I like it. I realised people with special needs does not want sympathy as I used to think before training but they need Empathy. Very easy to handle if only you are compassionate, kind and loving which I...
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Puyallup, WA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Providing care and support for the needed one is my passion I have empathy and understanding I have empathy and non judgmental where clients feel comfortable sharing their experiences and also my desire is to help others on their recovery journey on their special needs .
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Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Compassionate, caring and confident Nursing assistant with more than 10 years of experience attending adult and senior special needs. Caregiving is what I love and enjoy to do, I have exceptional references upon request.
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Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I Florence likes to take care of needy people who really need assistance with my help. I don't mind what type of care they need I'm always there to help with my whole heart.
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Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I am 20 years old and currently in my Junior year at Central Washington University. I am looking for a babysitting/nannying job nearby this area. I have a flexible and fairly open schedule, and experience with kids 0-13. I have worked at a nursery, a summer camp, and have been a babysitter for many years. I have also volunteered...
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Professional Nanny

Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hi I have experience with type 1 diabetes, asthma, preemie, cerebral palsy, down syndrome autism, and fetal alcohol syndrome. As the mother of a child who is has 1 diabetic and has asthma I under the worry that comes along with leaving your children with someone especially as child with medical are developmental needs.
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Registered Behavior Technician

Puyallup, WA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I am a registered behavior technician with experience in working with children with autism and related disorders. I love working with children and being able to be a stable person in their life.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.07/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Puyallup, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Brenda D.

As a single father who does construction, I really appreciated her level of communication and flexibility. She was very organized and took...

- Robert T.

Jocilyn B.

I was very pleased with my son's care with Jocilyn. My work schedule is not a regular 9 to 5, so it was nice to be able depend on someone to...

- Lea K.

Leah S.

Leah took care of our two kids (1yo and 3yo) for over a year. During that time, she was never once late and never had any issues come up...

- Dan B.

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