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60 special needs caregivers are listed in South Prairie, WA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in South Prairie, WA

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Leslie J.


South Prairie, WA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

1.0

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Hi my name is Leslie, I have worked as a special needs para for 14 years. I have worked with grade school and middle school age kids. I have had many trainings, and am responsible, patient and kind. I am looking for part time work. Thanks Leslie
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Leslie J.


South Prairie, WA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Experienced Sitter

1.0

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Hi my name is Leslie. I have worked at grade and middle schools for 20 years. I have been a special needs para for 14 years, and I am CPR and first aid trained. For the other 6 years, I was site manager at a before and after school program. Due to covid I know longer work there. I have 3 kids of my own. I am kind and patient. I...
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Sydney W.


Puyallup, WA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

4.0

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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...
3.0
"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 hired her, unfortunately we had issues. She cancelled...

Reviewed by Lindy J.

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Twyla B.


Sumner, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Senior Services And Assistant

5.0

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For over 10 years, I assisted my own 87-year-old Mother. I know first hand everything about general needs and care. Responsible, Reliable, non- smoker, non-drinker, Retired loves to care for and help Families.
5.0
"Twyla is very dependable and punctual. she's very kind and gentle with the clients. she has been willing to cover extra shifts when needed. Clients really like Twyla"

Reviewed by Bob O.

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Leah S.


Puyallup, WA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

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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,...
5.0
"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 take a day off on short notice. Our kids enjoyed...

Reviewed by Dan B.

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Rachel A.


Sumner, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/ Companion * Not An RN

5.0

(3)

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I am a caregiver/ companion and I have over 10 years working with individuals with special needs, dementia and autism. I take my time to build a good relationship and build on trust and respect with each person that I assist. I have experience in observing medications, meal preparation, household cleaning, transporting to...
5.0
"Rachel was an amazing gift for our family. How she cared for our mother with loving support and compassion left us at ease and knowing she was safe. She was extremely dependable and stayed with us for years, I...

Reviewed by Denise R.

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Tevai Y.


Bonney Lake, WA

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

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Aloha, my name is Tevai. I was born and raised in Hawaii and recently moved to Washington. Currently, I am working as a part-time student pursuing an early childhood and special education degree. Some experience I have consists of being a classroom aide, an after-school program assistant, and a group leader. I also was an intern...
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Elaine L.


Sumner, WA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Nanny/babysitter Or Care Giver For Special Needs

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Hello!!! I am looking for every Sunday or most Sundays. Or an occasional babysitting any evening. I have always loved caring for babies, toddlers and teaching children. I have an upbeat, patient and professional demeanor and enjoy a good challenge. I have over 20 years of experience working with children. I have been working as...
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Julie R.


Bonney Lake, WA

$17/hr

Sick Child/Special Needs/gap Sitter

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I'd describe my personality as relaxed, comforting, and trustworthy I like working with kids because they are creative and fun. I enjoy their play and enthusiasm I'm looking for a job that allows me to enjoy working with a variety of people without a strenuous full-time job I started working with kids when I first baby-sat...
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Olivia R.


Bonney Lake, WA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Mom For Mine And Yours.

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I started working with kids when I was 18, I was a nanny until I had my own kids. I've been a mom for over 11 years now. In my spare time, I like to read, watch movies, garden. One thing you should know about me is I love kids! I have 3 kids of my own and work during the week as an activities director in a retirement...
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Flor Q.


Sumner, WA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Assistance

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I love helping people! I am mom of three boys . I have worked for 15 years with four different families as a nanny and care giver . I took care of the baby from baby borne until 3 years old, when they started going to the daycare. I worked 8 years taking care a special need boy , occasionally when parents went out of the...
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Leah S.


Puyallup, WA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Special Needs Care Giver

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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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Kaylee G.


Bonney Lake, WA

$17-25/hr4 yrs exp

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I work already as a lead at a daycare but want to find a full time nanny job. I have also helped raise my little sisters most of my life. I just did a nanny job for a family but it was temporary. I have a bunch of recommendations from families. I am comfortable and have worked with every age group and also have a special needs...
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Natalie A.


Bonney Lake, WA

$48/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a stay at home mom with two boys who are 1 and 4 years old. I have been a substitute paraeducator for the Sumner school district for 2 years and have been a gymnastics instructor for children ages 3-18 for 13 years including 10 years of coaching high school gymnastics. I have experience caring for children and adults with...
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Samantha M.


Bonney Lake, WA

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

Reliable, Honest & Loving Caregiver

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Hi there! I have 6 years of nursing assistant care specializing in medically fragile children from ages birth to 25 years. I enjoy learning about each of my kiddos personalities and finding out what puts a smile on their face!! I am open to in home child care, and hoping to find something that I can bring my 1-year-old along...
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Kayla M.


Sumner, WA

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

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I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm looking to care for 1-2 kiddos in my home, in Sumner, every other week. I have two daughters that I share 50/50 custody of, the weeks I do no have them, I would like to open up my home to a couple other little ones. I can also do date nights...
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Aaya A.


Puyallup, WA

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

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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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Tiffany S.


Sumner, WA

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

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I started babysitting for family members when I was young. I grew up as a middle child with two younger siblings whom I naturally helped care for. I babysat my whole middle school and high school for family and friends. As an adult I have six of my own children and have provided child care for friends and family throughout the...
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Faith C.


Bonney Lake, WA

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Friend Maker

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I have 6 years of experience. I'm 18 and just moved here. I unfortunately don't drive but your kids could come here and even your dogs! I love dogs and all animals so if you need I can pet sit too right here in my own place. I would be more than willing to work wherever you need as long as I have a ride. I've been babysitting...
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Flor Q.


Sumner, WA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

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I love helping people! I am a mom of three boys . I have worked for 17 years with 5 different families as a nanny. I took care of the baby from baby borne until 3 years old, when they started going to the daycare. I currently work as a care giver for an agency, since 7years ago. I take care a special needs boy. I also had...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Prairie, WA

Sydney W.

3.0

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 hired her, unfortunately we had issues. She cancelled on us the night before we needed her, less than 24 hours notice and then the last time she...

- Lindy J.

Twyla B.

5.0

Twyla is very dependable and punctual. she's very kind and gentle with the clients. she has been willing to cover extra shifts when needed. Clients really like Twyla

- Bob O.

Leah S.

5.0

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 take a day off on short notice. Our kids enjoyed spending time reading books and going for walks with her. She was flexible with scheduling...

- Dan B.

Rachel A.

5.0

She is extremely attentive and will catch the small things most people don't! Very kind and has a comforting soul to be around making her great to work with! She is very careful when working. She is very gentle when assisting with standing up each time along with being vocal about what she is going...

- Brianna B.

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