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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Riverton, UT

The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Riverton, UT

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Megan N.


Riverton, UT

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Megan

5.0

(1)

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I love children of all ages. I have a lot of experience babysitting and am comfortable helping out with anything that is necessary. I'm very friendly, outgoing, creative, polite, respectful, responsible and loving. I have experience with people who are disabled and have special needs, so I have a lot of patients and can handle a...
5.0
"Megan is great, she was an awesome sitter and the kids loved her. I would hire her again in a second."

Reviewed by Mark M.

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Franell N.


Riverton, UT

$20/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi, I have 30 years experience with childcare, having raised eight children. I love kids, dogs, most animals, cooking, and gardening. I enjoy doing laundry as well. I taught School for 10 years, I tutored, and worked with special needs children. I am energetic and love life!
5.0
"We love Franel! She is a very caring and kind person and is great with our two kids (toddler and infant). She has nannied for us for about 5 months now and she is reliable, experienced and trustworthy. I...

Reviewed by Cathy A.

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Stephenie T.


Riverton, UT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Love For Special Needs Children!

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My son was diagnosed with a rare fatal brain disease last year. I have been taking care of him full time ever since. I have so much love and compassion for special needs kids and their families.

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I volunteered for special needs at Kauri Sue Hamilton for 3 years and loved every second of it! I was also a wolf buddy in high school & adored it!
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Carissa M.


Riverton, UT

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

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I have worked in several diff day programs and in there homes. I enjoy sending time with them and help learn new skills and everyday tasks.

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I grew up with two siblings that have Autism and Intellectual Disabilities. I feel very confident in my skills as I have been surrounded in it my whole life. In high school I volunteered to work in the special education students and loved every minute of it.
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Madison L.


Riverton, UT

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

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I worked with special needs children in high school. I was a nanny of 3 children for about 6 months (I had to quit because I moved). They were ages 6, 4, and 2. The 4-year-old had cerebral palsy. I cleaned house, made lunch, changed diapers, gave medicines, got children ready for school. I was also required to feed the boy...
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Lilly S.


Riverton, UT

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Patient And Kind Sitter

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Hi, my name is Lilly I am 18 years old I have worked with children since I was 12. From 12-14 I nannied for a Down syndrome 1-year-old. At 15 I started as a camp counselor, and took care of up to 10 kids at a time ranging from 4-10 years old. Currently I am a preschool teacher at Blooming minds Montessori. I have 22 3-year-old...
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Elisa H.


Riverton, UT

< $10/hr8 yrs exp

Fun, Creative, Experienced Caregiver!

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I am a natural born caregiver who came from a family of six, four sisters and one brother with Down Syndrome. I have worked with at-risk teens and special needs adults. I have a daycare in my basement and can take children that sit up on their own to 5yrs old. learn through play and work on social skill and imagination play as...
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Jaydyn M.


Riverton, UT

$18-22/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi, i'm jaydyn. I am 19 years old. I love summer, being outside, going on adventures, and I love my puppy. I graduated high school in 2023. In middle school I took a special needs class for 2 years and I absolutely loved and adored it. In highschool I always did childcare classes. All my 3 years I did preschool and Daycare. In...
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Kristina M.


West Jordan, UT

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver

5.0

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I have spent years working with children as a para professional, specifically focused on children with special needs. I have 10 nieces and nephews ranging from ages 2 months- 12 years and they are my best friends!
5.0
"Kristina is wonderful with children . She is caring , compassionate, patient and best of all - so fun! My children absolutely adore her. She is one of the few people I completely trust to care for my children....

Reviewed by Leah M.

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Deborah G.


Salt Lake City, UT

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Can take care of your child.

5.0

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I have a LIFE time of experience creating a safe and nurturing nest for my children. I'm known for my tolerance, patience, and understanding. I'm able to help with special needs children. One-on-one preschool is amazing for a real start, and Im a good teacher :) As a mother of 7, you can trust me with your newborn. I'm looking...
5.0
"Debbie put sanity into my insane dinner time. She cooks up a week's worth of meals every week for us and preps my husband's lunches. It's such a load off. The $$ we used to spend dropped! We don't fast-food...

Reviewed by Dawn A.

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Alyssa L.


South Jordan, UT

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Active, Devoted, And Flexible Nanny

5.0

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Hello! I am a former full-time private school kindergarten teacher looking for part-time work to supplement my current part-time nanny job. I am specifically looking for a position for Wednesday's only. I have been working with children in many different capacities for the last 10 years, including infants and children with...
5.0
"If I could I would give Aly 100 stars! She is such a darling girl who goes above and beyond!! She is sweet, fun, dependable, hardworking, and consistent. I am SO happy we have Aly to work with us. We look...

Reviewed by Lindsey P.

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Savannah P.


South Jordan, UT

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello my name is Savannah and I am 21 yrs old! I just returned from serving a mission for my church and I am currently attending Utah Valley University. I love children. I have always had a special connection with them and they make me very happy! I have traveled to Africa and India to teach children English and I have nannied...
5.0
"Savannah is extremely responsible, kind and compassionate. She is fun, happy and is a really hard worker. I observed her working with underprivileged kids in India, she always had great ideas to make them...

Reviewed by Allison F.

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Mariah S.


West Jordan, UT

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver

4.6

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I'm Mariah! I'm 21 years old and currently have two little ones of my own. I enjoy caring for children and seeing them grow! I have 5 years of experience in caring for children. I currently live in the Salt Lake valley. Some of my work history includes caring for children newborn up to 10 years of age, also children with special...
5.0
"Mariah is great! She was able to take our daughter quickly and with short notice. She does care from her home which was clean and had safe spaces for play time. She also provided meals and was very flexible...

Reviewed by Iris A.

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Consuelo V.


Salt Lake City, UT

$25-26/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Fun Babysitter

5.0

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Hello! My name is Consuelo. I am a student at the UofU in Anthropology. I am also a dog groomer :). I've been taking care of kids since I reached adolescence. I continued that path until today, expanding my knowledge and experience. I've worked with children of all ages, from newborns to preadolescent! I know how to handle any...
5.0
"Consuelo is wonderful! She took care of my 5 month old all day while my husband and I worked. She's kind, playful and attentive"

Reviewed by Jenna A.

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Josie R.


Midvale, UT

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver, Happily Available

5.0

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*NO LONGER AVAILABLE FOR 2023 SUMMER* WELCOME! My name is Josie and I'm currently a high school English teacher looking for a summer job. I have volunteered at various schools in the Salt Lake Valley and have experience in working with children with special needs. My qualifications include: four years of paid nannying...
5.0
"Josie is very attentive, polite, and thorough. She's helpful and adaptable."

Reviewed by Eric B.

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Kristin M.


Salt Lake City, UT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

4.9

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Hi, my name is Kristin I'm an energetic and fun-loving caregiver and have a genuine affection for children. I am looking for either a full or part time nanny position. I have a lot of childcare experience, great reviews on care. com and can provide letters of reference. I have been a live-in nanny in New York and recently...
5.0
"Kristin was responsive and willing to meet for an interview. Her credentials are impressive and she was sweet with our toddler!"

Reviewed by Evelyn V.

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Taysha H.


Sandy, UT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

CHILD CARE AVAILABLE

4.3

(3)

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I am a 24-year-old momma to a beautiful and brilliant 3-year-old boy with autism and special needs, together we have faced many challenges, and he has helped me learn how to care for babies of all types of abilities and understand different ways of thinking and seeing the world. I have years of experience working both directly...
3.0
"She seemed great when we were doing our initial introductions. I was excited to meet her and move forward with the process. Unfortunately, she didn't show up to the interview or give me notice that she wasn't...

Reviewed by Elizabeth R.

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Kathy H.


Salt Lake City, UT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

4.0

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I started babysitting as a young teen and then I worked as a care giver in a home daycare between the ages of 16-18. From 2001 I worked for 5 years in 2 day care centers in the infant room. I really enjoy working with the babies and feel very comfortable with them. People always ask me how to help calm and take care of infants...
5.0
"I hired Kathy when my baby was 3 month old. Now she is 13 months. Kathy did a fantastic job as a nanny. She is punctual, reliable and very good at getting baby down for naps and feeding (I have a tough little...

Reviewed by Sophia F.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Riverton, UT

Megan N.

5.0

Megan is great, she was an awesome sitter and the kids loved her. I would hire her again in a second.

- Mark M.

Franell N.

5.0

We love Franel! She is a very caring and kind person and is great with our two kids (toddler and infant). She has nannied for us for about 5 months now and she is reliable, experienced and trustworthy. I highly recommend her services!

- Cathy A.

Kristina M.

5.0

Kristina is wonderful with children . She is caring , compassionate, patient and best of all - so fun! My children absolutely adore her. She is one of the few people I completely trust to care for my children. She is honest , hard working and dependable .

- Leah M.

Deborah G.

5.0

Mrs. Deborah is amazing. She's been taking care of our toddler and newborn with the greatest ease and patience. She's made every effort to accommodate the routines we had already set, and follow all the little things we like done and how we like them done with our kids. She's super energetic with...

- Tiffany R.

Alyssa L.

5.0

If I could I would give Aly 100 stars! She is such a darling girl who goes above and beyond!! She is sweet, fun, dependable, hardworking, and consistent. I am SO happy we have Aly to work with us. We look forward to having her be a close family friend too.

- Lindsey P.

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