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Sam P.


Rainier, WA

$10-15/hr

Experienced Care Taker For Children With Special Needs

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While in high school I volunteered at a camp in Wausau, WI. This camp is for children with disabilities ages 5 through 21. I worked one-on-one with children with Down syndrome, autism, etc. I was a line therapist for children with autism through a company. My responsibilities included: setting goals with child, encouraging child...
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Claudia A.


Yelm, WA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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About me I am really a nice person, very patience, happy, sometimes shy and quite, but just for a while, and organized person in matters of my job (working with children) funny, easygoing, with great manners. I like to respect your space as a family, your culture and be honest. The most important in my life is my family, which I...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Claudia is absolutely amazing and we miss her so much. She worked for us in New York City for 2 years. We have 3 girls, 1 with special needs and she was amazing with every one of them. Claudia is a gem and I...

Reviewed by Allyson B.

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Kristen A.


Yelm, WA

$15-26/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate And Trustworthy Animal And People Lover

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I have 1. 5 years experience working in a children's hospital as a respiratory therapist, 1 year experience as a 1 on 1 student assistant for a 12-year-old, 6 months experience caring for a 10-year-old with autism and experience being a counselor at a camp for adults with special needs. I have BLS and PALS certifications. I also...
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Destiny M.


Yelm, WA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Destiny and I am working towards my psychology degree with online schooling at UNT. I have professionally been working with children for the last 4 years first with in a children's center at a gym and now with an after school tutoring program. I have experience working with babies/toddlers/children/preteens and...
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Kiersten S.


Yelm, WA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

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My name is Kiersten. I would describe my personality as fun, caring and kind. I am 33 years old, I have an 11-year-old son diagnosed with ADHD, ODD and is waiting to be tested to see if he's on the spectrum. I also have 2 step daughters that are 13 and 20. I started working with kids when I was 12 years old and could babysit. I...
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Stephanie C.


Tenino, WA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Animals And Children Are My Passion!

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I am 28 years old and I have babysat the majority of my life with younger siblings, nephews, and family friends, I volunteered with special needs children in high school, so I am a little experienced in that area as well. I am also a certified home care aide and have been care-giving for about 3 years. I also do alot of...
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Brandi A.


Yelm, WA

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Weeknight And Weekend Childcare From Another Local Mom.

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I like working with kids because they are are future and it reminds me of when my children were little. Children bring me joy. I started working with kids at around 11 years old. In my spare time, I like to read, play games with my teens, and learn about history. I have experience with preemies to adults, including special...
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Lauren B.


Olympia, WA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Lauren - Part-time Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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 fun with the kids and the kids enjoyed spending time with...

Reviewed by Young Geun C.

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Debora C.


Olympia, WA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(10)

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I have raised two precious daughters who are now grown. I have current and previous experience as a nanny, babysitting, and working in preschools. I studied Early Childhood Education at Grossmont College in El Cajon, CA. I love interacting, teaching, reading, and playing with children and am trustworthy, energetic, and reliable....

Recent reviews:

5.0
Debora has been taking care of my 2 kids for the past year 4 days per week and has been wonderful! The kids love playing with her and she takes amazing care of them both. I would highly recommend her!

Reviewed by Maureen B.

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Carla E.


Tacoma, WA

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Loving Sitter.

5.0

(3)

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Summer of 2019 I worked at a summer camp for children and adults with all types of Special needs/ disabilities. I was at that camp for three months and the work was 24/7; I along with the other amazing staff, were there to give care givers and families a break, but what I quickly realized is that we were actually there to create...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Carla is an amazing caregiver. She is reliable, always on time and caring for my special needs boy.

Reviewed by Paola M.

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Rebecca B.


Centralia, WA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Babysitter

5.0

(6)

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Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for children. I was born and raised in Lewis County where I grew up babysitting for several different families. I worked as a Ambassador of Fun at Great Wolf Lodge following high school as I acquired my CNA license. Working...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We hired Becca for our 3 kiddos and she has been wonderful. The kids are always excited when it's Becca Day and happy when we get home. She is creative and does fun activities and the kids love that. Becca has...

Reviewed by Mandy H.

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5.0

(1)

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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.
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Carla E.


Tacoma, WA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun/Friendly Sitter

5.0

(3)

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This past summer I worked at a summer camp for children and adults with all types of Special needs/ disabilities. I was at that camp fro three months and the work was 24/7; I, along with the other amazing staff, were there to give care givers and families a break, but what I quickly realized is that we were actually there to...

Recent review:

5.0
Carla was an excellent babysitter. She came to our hotel and watched my two children. As a parent, she was a great communicator, responsive and engaging. As a babysitter, my kids found her kind, patient and...

Reviewed by Ben And Rebecca M.

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Jessica F.


Dupont, WA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Resuming Your Family Schedule And Needs W Love, Compassion And Joy.

5.0

(1)

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I have had plenty of experience watching children after school and providing them w a structured school plan along w having fun science projects and fun activities. I have much experience w special needs children. Children really love me and I adore them wanting to provide them a beautiful childhood in continuing each family's...

Recent review:

5.0
Super helpful and patient with my "terrible two" year old son.

Reviewed by Catherine K.

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Arianna W.


Olympia, WA

$22-39/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Caring Sitter

5.0

(2)

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Hi ! I've been sitting/caregiving for about 5. 5 years now professionally, 8 years total. I am willing to help out with pet care, light housekeeping, homework, and laundry. My experience involves multiples, infants, toddlers, special needs/neurodivergent children, and school age children. I am looking to help with occasional...

Recent review:

5.0
The best caregiver we’ve had so far. Arianna is a polite, young lady who had both the home, dog, and children taken care of each time we arrived home. Our kids are aged 5 and 8 and she worked with them on meal...

Reviewed by Care member

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Pamela J.


Centralia, WA

$16-25/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Educated Care/Support

5.0

(1)

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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...
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Rebecca B.


Centralia, WA

$17-26/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 10 years of experience caregiving. I was born and raised in Lewis County and acquired my CNA license following high school. I spent 3 years working in a nursing home and then at a local children's facility I was given the opportunity to gain experience...
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Lauren W.


Olympia, WA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, Warm, And Highly Experienced Tutor And Childcare Provider

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I am an educator with several years of experience, and have an MEd in Adult Education and a BA in Elementary Education. I have experience tutoring all grades from pre-K through 12, and with a variety of special needs. Subjects I have tutored include algebra, geometry, reading, writing, biology, history, English as a second...
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Mia L.


Olympia, WA

$20-25/hr

Senior Care & Companionship

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Hello! My name is Mia. I am 22 years old and I currently am pursuing my caregiving certification. I have several years of experience with special needs and love spending time with our wise elders because I always feel as if I walk away from every interaction with more insight and joy about life and all it has to offer. I am very...
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Christine M.


Centralia, WA

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant, Special needs caregiver

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Come receive 1:1 personalized care for quality of life and age in place with comprehensive compassionate care with medication assistance, I who have worked in specialized nursing facilities to resident managers in adult family homes

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rainier, WA

Claudia A.

5.0

Claudia is absolutely amazing and we miss her so much. She worked for us in New York City for 2 years. We have 3 girls, 1 with special needs and she was amazing with every one of them. Claudia is a gem and I wish she was still in NYC to stay with our family forever.

- Allyson B.

Lauren B.

5.0

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 fun with the kids and the kids enjoyed spending time with her. She is super punctual: there wasn't a single day she was late by even a minute. She was...

- Young Geun C.

Debora C.

5.0

Debora has been taking care of my 2 kids for the past year 4 days per week and has been wonderful! The kids love playing with her and she takes amazing care of them both. I would highly recommend her!

- Maureen B.

Carla E.

5.0

Carla is an amazing caregiver. She is reliable, always on time and caring for my special needs boy.

- Paola M.

Rebecca B.

5.0

We hired Becca for our 3 kiddos and she has been wonderful. The kids are always excited when it's Becca Day and happy when we get home. She is creative and does fun activities and the kids love that. Becca has been flexible with us and we would recommend her to anyone.

- Mandy H.

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