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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Yelm, WA
The average rate is $20/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years
Special needs caregivers in Yelm, WA
Claudia A.
Yelm, WA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Claudia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Marcela is a very kind human been.
She is so reliable that sometimes she puts everyone first than herself.
She is the most trustworthy person I have ever met.
Hard-worker, Honest and Kind are the words that I can use to describe Marcela.
We can not judge from...
Alma M.
Erika P.
Yelm, WA
$20-50/hr • 13 yrs exp
Hey There! I Have A Bachelor Degree In Psychology,I Worked With Kids With Special Needs For 13 Years
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, patient, and dedicated.
I like caring for people with special needs because they need support.
I'm looking for a job that makes me feel happy
I started caring for people with special needs when I made my internship.
In my spare time, I like to played.
One thing you should...
Kiersten S.
Yelm, WA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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...
Destiny M.
Yelm, WA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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...
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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...
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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...
Brandi can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hi, i'm Krista and I am looking to further a career working with children. I currently am home with my 15-month-old boy and am looking for a family to nanny for to bring a fun, loving, teaching, energetic mindset to. I would have to bring my son with , as I do not have child care myself and do need to find an income. However...
Krista can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I love kids and I am in pre nursing with a plan to go into pediatric special needs care. I would love to help and work with youth who fall into this category
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...
Hi, I am a former EMT for LA county, I am still a licensed EMT under NREMT and have full training of Emergency Pre-Hospital Care, I have a 2 year experience and +4000 Clinical Hours and had many patients with different medical needs. I am trained and certified by UCLA Pre-Hospital Center.
Lauren B.
Olympia, WA
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
My name is Nikita, I also go by Kita. I am very kid friendly, with lots of enthusiasm and experience. I've taken care of my nieces and nephews of all age groups, my coworker's toddlers, and my younger siblings for around 6-7 years now. I also have house watched, and dog watched for family friends. I have no fear of animals, I am...
Nikita can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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...
Carla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
5.0
"Carla was awesome with our strong-willed, deeply feeling 2 year old. She was always on time, helpful and so patient. We loved having her in a reoccurring position in our home. 10/10 would recommend. :)"
Lani B.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Many years accumulated working as a Caregiver, CNA, DCS (Direct Care Staff), Residential Coordinator (Manager/Supervisor), LST (Life Skills Trainer), and Team Leader. Worked with Geriatrics, Special Needs, Alzheimer/Dementia Care, Diabetes Care, Head Injuries, Skilled Nursing Facility, Assisted Living, Home Health and Adult...
Hanalee can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"From the first phone call I had with Hana, I knew she would be a perfect fit to take care of my 100 year old grandma during her final month of life. She was kind and caring and gentle with grandma. She went above and beyond to make sure my grandma always got...
Debbie K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren was our nanny for the 2020 summer and cared for our two boys, two dogs and large home. Lauren is trustworthy, kind, compassionate and is confident in both disciplining and ensuring our kids follow our families household rules. She's very good at coming up...
Helena R.
Shae B.
Lakewood, WA
$32/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Shae. 25 years old. I am from Philadelphia, PA.
I'm an experienced caregiver with 7+ years experience. I've cared for all ages. There aren't any care challenges that I can't handle. I have experience with special needs children and adults as well. I cook, clean, shop, and help with homework. I'm also comfortable with...
Shae can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shae (Nashae) seemed to fit into our family dynamic from the first time we spoke to her. We put our potential nannies through a 4-step interview process (phone interview, face-to-face interview, check clearances and call references, and a training day (2-3 hours)....
Mary Cait M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My names elizabeth and i've have a little more than 3 years of experience on babysitting. I also have experience with special needs, I tutored for my high school's special education program and I volunteered for special olympics.
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Elizabeth was a short term reoccurring nanny for my infant son. She was very sweet and he immediately took to her. While we had to part ways because of schedule conflicts, I would easily recommend her for childcare. She has great communication and was very...
Jessica W.
4.5
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from Agnes Scott in 2014 and my Masters at Georgia State in 2016. I have nannied with the several families from newborns to aged 12, including children with special needs. I have gained extensive experience with children with ADD/ADHD and autism spectrum disorders, through various jobs and volunteer opportunities at...
Zenyth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We can't sing enough praise for Zenyth. She's cared for our 1 y/o son on multiple occasions all with great results. She is caring, attentive, fun, and respectful of our little one. Zenyth has responded to last minute requests quickly - even if she doesn't happen to...
Brittany W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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...
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 engaging. I found her experience with special needs...
Ben And Rebecca M.
Jessica F.
Dupont, WA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Resuming Your Family Schedule And Needs W Love, Compassion And Joy.
5.0
(1)
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...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Super helpful and patient with my "terrible two" year old son."
Catherine K.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Yelm, 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.
Carla E.
5.0
Carla is an amazing caregiver. She is reliable, always on time and caring for my special needs boy.
- Paola M.
Hanalee M.
5.0
Hana is a wonderful care provider. She is very punctual, responsible, communicative, and flexible when things don't always go according to plan. I had some surgery and she was very patient with everything, even though I had to reschedule and the medication we had to pick up wasn't ready right away....
- JP E.
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.
Shae B.
5.0
Shae (Nashae) seemed to fit into our family dynamic from the first time we spoke to her. We put our potential nannies through a 4-step interview process (phone interview, face-to-face interview, check clearances and call references, and a training day (2-3 hours). Again, she met our expectations...
- Mary Cait M.
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