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Agnese G.

Tacoma, WA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dependable childcare provider with 15+ years of experience caring for infants, toddlers, and young children. I also have experience working with children with special needs, providing patient, attentive, and individualized care. In addition to childcare, I spent several years working as a CNA with the...
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Tacoma, WA

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$26/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with over three years of experience providing compassionate, reliable in-home care. I assist with daily activities, medication reminders, and companionship, and I'm comfortable supporting clients with dementia or special needs. Families describe me as patient, kind, and trustworthy. I have...
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After School Caregiver/ Babysitter

Puyallup, WA

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am 17 and going into my senior year of high school. I have had experience with kids my whole life but started spending one on one time with kids when I was 11. I started serving in my church's kids ministry at that time and started babysitting when I was 13. I also have experience with special needs kids. My sister has autism...
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Great Nanny And Loves Cleaning!

Tacoma, WA

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$21/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I started working for my mother at her in home daycare as soon as I could and started babysitting for families date nights as young as 12 years old at their homes. I then went on to babysit several families a week for a few years in high school. Once I graduated I found a family in my neighborhood that needed a nanny, and I...
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Occasional Sitter/nanny With Flexible Availability

Tacoma, WA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
I am a current Masters student in Occupational Therapy with goals of becoming a pediatric therapist. I have done babysitting jobs for children ages 4-12 in the past, and feel very comfortable caring for children of all ages. During past babysitting jobs I have prepared meals for children, taken them on outings to parks or...
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Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
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 almost 9 and I have an infant grandson! 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,...
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Happiness Architect: Building Joyful Moments!

Tacoma, WA

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm James, dedicated nanny with extensive experience, including special-needs children and twins. Raised in a home daycare, my mother, a devoted teacher, instilled in me a deep love for childcare. This upbringing taught me invaluable skills in nurturing and engaging children. I pursued child development at a community...
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Special Needs

Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hello my name is Jeanne and I have over 5 years experience working with Down Syndrome and speech delays. Also Basic Child Care Training through Clover park Institute. CPR Cert. I am a very patient and understanding of Special needs. I enjoy music, singing, going to the park, and enjoying movies and crafts. Hope to hear from you...
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Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Jaz and I use to be an in home care giver and taking care of someone is just a 2nd nature to me! Id love to assist you in anyway I can if a good fit !
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Caregiver

Tacoma, WA

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$10/hr
My name is Erin and I am a recent UWSP graduate with majors in CSD and Spanish and a minor in Psychology. I am reliable, energetic, outgoing, attentive, and friendly! I have been working with children my whole life- in my own family, after school care, babysitting, and mentoring. I love working with children and having fun! I...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Tacoma, WA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hi! Thank you for reading my bio. I have experience working with children of all ages as I am the oldest child in a very large family. I have also tutored children ages 10-15 for after school programs, I have worked with special needs children through special olympics for 3 years and love to keep children active and entertained....
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Summer Nanny

Tacoma, WA

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm Ruby and am a sophomore at the University of Puget Sound. I am working to become an elementary school teacher with my degree in science. I have been a Babysitter/Nanny for almost 9 years starting at age 11 but am new to Care. com. I have been a swim instructor for both metro parks and currently the Ymca teaching ages...
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Dedicated Supprt Proffesional With Expertise In Developmental Disabilities And Challenging Behaviors

Tacoma, WA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Isaac is a compassionate and experianced support proffessional with over two years of hands on experience working with people with developmental disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviors. He hold certification in CNA, medication administaration, mentak health, and developmental specialities. Isaac id skilled in personal...
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Soulful, Gentle, And Creative Companion

Tacoma, WA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a 39 year young world traveled, and trained artist and healer. I have a gentle, vibrant, and patient presence. I have extensive experience with childcare, people with special needs, and companionship with elderly people. I have some experience with people with dementia as well. I have done many trainings and practice with...
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Special Education Teacher/mentor/tutor

Dupont, WA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello Families, I've worked in Sped for 6 years. My background is in Deaf Ed, Sped, Communication Science & disorders, and specialized Reading, Math, and Writing instruction. I am can provide Sign Language learning and behavioral coaching/consulting for social emotional health. Fully CPR & First Aid certified as well. Please...
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Experienced 1:1 Paraeducator

Puyallup, WA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Kai, and I'm currently working as a 1:1 paraeducator supporting a teenager with Level 3 autism in a structured special education classroom. I have experience working with children who have a range of needs, including developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, and behavioral support plans. I'm patient,...
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Spanaway, WA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
I am an experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for helping children grow and thrive. Currently I am living with and helping care for my 2-year-old niece and nephew. Over the years, I've had the privilege of caring for my godchildren, nieces, and nephews, which has given me hands-on experience with kids of all ages....
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Cheerful And Passionate

Tacoma, WA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
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.
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Love To Help

Tacoma, WA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I'm Heather and I live in Tacoma. I have lot of experience in Special Education, early education, ASD, behavior management and caring for others. I like here as a Military spouse and I'm just looking for a job on the side or everyone once in a while.
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Tacoma, WA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
A mature lady with positive mind of care and safety, responsible, dependable and honest. I have worked in health care for 10years giving care to different sorts of clients , including those with dementia, disabilities, mentally challenged, special needs and bed ridden. I have experience in cooking, medication, housekeeping,...
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  • The average post rate is $23.22/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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