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Find special needs caregivers in Yelm, WA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Yelm, WA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years

Special needs caregivers in Yelm, WA

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Amber T.


Tacoma, WA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Flexible Sitter Available For Hire!

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mom of 2 school aged boys with flexible schedule available for childcare needs. Over 20 years of experience with children Birth-18. Special needs experience and extensive experience with Autism/ADHD/OCD.
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ofa M.


Lakewood, WA

$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

I'm 22 Years Of Age And I'm Looking For A job

When I first started as a caregiver in Reno NV . It was my first time experience as a caregiver . We worked with different kind of clients and teenagers with special needs. I've been working with this company for 1year and months. It was a great experience and | loved working with them but I had to move to a different state. My...
Ofa can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care
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Carissa T.


Olympia, WA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable, Experienced Mom, Early Ed, Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there. Experienced caretaker and mother of two, ages 9 and 14, one with ASD/sensory needs. Have been sitting since I was 13 and working in early education since the age of 16, as my mother was an early education and behavioral needs specialist herself. Have served as a longer term live-in nanny for two families as well during...
Carissa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Claire M.


Lacey, WA

$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have over 10 years of experience working with children including children and adults with special needs.
Claire can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Claire M.


Lacey, WA

$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Claire Cares!

I'd describe my personality as Patient, Kind, and playful. I like caring for people with special needs because it brings me joy to bring out the best in people and find what brings them joy and fulfillment in life. Everybody deserves to feel like they belong, matter, and are a valuable member in society. My skills include...
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Ingrid W.


Tacoma, WA

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

Cheerful And Passionate

I have experienced cared for Geriatric Patients with special needs from toileting, medications, feeding, transferring them from bed to chair or go outside for some activities and visiting doctors appointment.
Ingrid can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning
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Alexandria S.


Lacey, WA

$25-28/hr • 6 yrs exp

SPED Paraeducator Looking For Summer Work

I am a paraeducator in the SPED department for the North Thurston Public School District, looking for work over the summer. I have been working for the school district for a year, and before that, I was a nanny working with SPED children for over eight years. I also have experience working with severe allergies and type-1...
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Wendy C.


Puyallup, WA

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

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.
I have worked with 3-24-year-olds who have special needs and cared for them. I would like to expand my knowledge and help anyone in need of help
Daniela can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services & more
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Daniela L.


Tacoma, WA

$19-24/hr • 3 yrs exp

I was a preschool autism teacher before I moved here to Washington. I have a degree in special education and elementary education! I am also certified in CPR/first aid.
CNA, Medical Scribe, CPR and BLS certified. Extensive experience in a hospital setting, and tutoring experience with special needs children
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Mary M.


Graham, WA

$18-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Young Exciting Sitter

Hello, My name is Allie! I am 19 and have been babysitting for seven years and nannying for the last 3! I love the younger ages, but I am comfortable with all. I grew up with a special needs sibling along with other members of my family. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I am currently a structured paraprofessional...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ashley Z.


Tacoma, WA

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Loving, Care Enthusiast, Ready To Be A Part Of Your Family!

Hi there! My name is Ashley! I am new to the Tacoma area and looking to get my foot in the door with some nearby families. I have been working in childcare since I was about 12, from babysitting, to working as a camp counselor, to daycares, and now being a teacher myself, my experience is all over the place! My degree is in mid...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jessica D.


Olympia, WA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Jess and I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. In my years of experience I have done the following jobs: taught swim lessons to ages 3-12, tutored for K-8, camp counselor for K-8, Preschool teacher, and nanny. I have worked with children with special needs and I am currently working...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Melody G.


Puyallup, WA

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver 16 Years Autism Experience

I have 30+ years childcare experience. I've been working with kids since I was 10 years old in varying positions: babysitting, nannying, daycare, and a TA at a preschool. I am a mom of 4. My oldest is on the autism spectrum. I have been on this journey with him for 16 years. I have lots of experience with descalation techniques...
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April M.


Dupont, WA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Pediatric CMA Looking For Childcare Position.

I'm a pediatric certified medical assistant with a background in para education ESL and special needs transition programs. I'd describe my personality as caring, thoughtful, and positive. I like caring for kiddos because they have such an ease of laughter and joy! I started caring for kiddos with special needs about 9 years...
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Bonnie M.


Graham, WA

$29/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Bonnie. I'm a retired grandma who enjoys spending time with my grandkids and family. On my free time I like to work in my garden, and yard. Some of my hobbies are crocheting, crafting and I love to bake. I have 30 years experience taking care of the elderly, special needs, and children. I also have 20 years...
Bonnie can also help with: Dementia, errands, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification & more
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Chloe T.


Lakewood, WA

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

I'm 21 years old CPR certified I enjoy teaching and helping children I have experience with special needs children I can cook, clean, and run errands
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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June M.


Puyallup, WA

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 3 kiddos of my own. My oldest 2 are now adults and have moved out on their own. My last "baby" is now 6. Of course over the years I have babysat for others. I have also been a professional caregiver for 20 years. I have experience with a wide variety: infants, young children, teenagers, special needs, mental...
June can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Elizabeth P.


Eatonville, WA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have experience caring for children of all ages. I also have experience caring for children with special needs.
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more

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