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Find special needs caregivers in Scottsdale, AZ that you’ll love

104 special needs caregivers are listed in Scottsdale, AZ

The average rate is $19/hr as of July 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Scottsdale, AZ

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Curtis K.


Scottsdale, AZ

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

Well Experienced Behavior Management Special Needs Care-Giver, Mentor, And Tutor

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi Families! My name is Curtis and I have a high level of experience in behavior management among individuals with low and high-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder along with social, emotional, and/or learning challenges affecting children and adults. I am not your average care-giver for individuals with disabilities. I have 10...
5.0
"Curtis came to our rescue and cared for our 6 year old twins for 4 months! Our son has social & emotional special needs and Curtis was calm and patient, exactly what our son needed. He was also creative and fun keeping our kids entertained and active with crafts,...

Vicki L.

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Matthew Z.


Scottsdale, AZ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Artist, Youth Mentor And Advocate, Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an artist and a Fine Arts Teacher (K-8.) I enjoy working with and being an advocate for at-risk youth and youth with special needs. I inspire youth and young adults to give themselves permission to be themselves through my artwork and personality while teaching them to have healthy creative releases and to problem solve in...
5.0
"Matthew is a very compassionate and loving person that has a heart for individuals with a disability. He is eager to learn and assist in anyway he can. I am very grateful for his assistance in helping my son with his day to day care. His brings art and a creative...

Kelly S.

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Rose M.


Scottsdale, AZ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

15 Years As A Habilitation And Respite Provider

Hello, my name is Rose. Caring and directed certified rehabilitation caregiver specializing in working with developmentally and physically challenged clients for 9+ years. I am DCW certified for Alzheimer's and aged clients as well . I have the ability to develop and implement individual rehabilitation goals and objectives...
5.0
"Rose provides care that is patient guided. Her compassion, respect and integrity allow her to provide excellent care to your loved one."

Naida W.

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Francesca S.


Scottsdale, AZ

$20-23/hr7 yrs exp

Certified Caregiver

I have worked with a wide variety of children throughout the years. I have a huge heart, and work hard. I always had a huge heart for children especially those who see the world differently. Special children make the world special. I continue to educate others on the autism spectrum. I have worked 1:1 with children autism...
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Kiara R.


Scottsdale, AZ

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Swim Instructor/Babysitter

Hello everyone, I just came back on this profile for the first time in years and I am currently not available for any kind of babysitting/nannying. Sorry about that in advance, but thank you for the interest in my profile. I've been babysitting for 8 years, I have experience with children 3 months to 6 years. I have babysat up...
Kiara can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We couldn't have been any more blessed than to have Kiara for the last year. She is amazing. Does so much with my daughter. Made us feel so comfortable. She is so flexible and accommodating."

Maria R.

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J Lexi V.


Scottsdale, AZ

$21-31/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 27 years old and I love working with children. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I also have my Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential in Infant and Toddler. I have trainings in SIDS, Standard Precautions, and FEMA. I have experience with ages 6 weeks to 13 years old including special needs children. I've babysat...
J Lexi can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Lexi is amazing! She has taken care of our little guy from the time he was 3 months old (he is now 13 months) and she has done an incredible job. From the very beginning she has taken the time to help research everything from sleep training methods and baby food...

Elizabeth H.

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Evelynne M.


Scottsdale, AZ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Down-to-Earth Nanny With Lots Of Love To Give!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I will be making the move from the Midwest to Arizona this spring and am in search of a family needing summer care with potential possibility to extend into the school year. I have years of experience working with children, ranging from infants all the way to teens. I have worked in public schools, have experience in...
Evelynne can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"What a wonderful gem!!! Evelynne walked through our door and the way she greeted our kids, I just knew she was our perfect fit!!! Our 4 kids LOVED her!!! We plan on seeing her more regularly but I would highly recommend Evelynne if you are looking for a dependable,...

David D.

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Emily G.


Scottsdale, AZ

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Happy Helper And Cleaner Upper.

Hello there, my name is Emily! A little about me: I worked with special needs children for 2 years in schools. I have a wonderful nephew and niece who are 6/yrs and 2/yrs old. I actually lived with them and fully took care of them for close to 2 years! (My sister in law was traveling for work.) I currently work for a wonderful...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She has been great with my daughter. She actively engages with her, helps her to stay on top of her milestones. She has formed such a loving bond with my daughter and has become a big part of my daughter’s life. Very fortunate to have found her!"

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Kristen S.


Scottsdale, AZ

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

"LExperienced And Caring Babysitter Ready To Nurture And Play

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With 22 years of expertise, I bring a wealth of experience in caring for infants to middle schoolers. From housekeeping to meal preparation, carpooling to school work, I handle it all. Crafting, activities, and outdoor adventures are my favorite. Apart from my responsibilities as a babysitter, I sell Real Estate and devote...
Kristen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was awesome with our daughter and was so kind. "

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Ljubica W.


Scottsdale, AZ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Night Nanny!!!!!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a professional Nanny for the last 14 years. I am experienced in caring for infants and toddlers. Also with twins age 0-3 years. I have been also a learning coach and aid for special needs children. I love babies, been also a Night Nanny for two families in the past few years. I will be treating you like family and would...
Ljubica can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ljubica W., "Oma", as we call her joined our family when my twins were 3 months old. She instantly became known as "Oma," as she really is so much more to us than a "nanny." She will forever be part of our family. My boys absolutely love her; she is so warm and...

Whitney B.

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Alondra M.


Scottsdale, AZ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic And Efficient

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Alondra! A little about me: I'm a 26-year-old athlete I have my master's degree in psychology and I'm currently pursuing my PhD. I have 10 years of one on one care for children and children with special needs/ feeding tubes, diagnoses ranging from autism, down syndrome, eating/mood disorders, etc. I have had the...
Alondra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Alondra was truly a gem! She was very thorough and made sure she followed my baby's routine to the T. She was on time, respectful and super friendly ! I could tell my baby was having so much fun with her. I would definitely hire her again whenever I need it!"

Fanny V.

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Francesca S.


Scottsdale, AZ

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Care & Experienced Twin Mom

Hi! My name is Francesca. I have 10+ years of experience working as a certified caregiver, private nanny and babysitting. I am CPR and First Aid certified and also have my fingerprint clearance card. I have worked with a wide range of ages and disabilities from newborns to young adults with special needs. I have my own set of...
Francesca can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Francesca was amazing with my daughters and is a loving and kind person. I have known her over a decade and she has always been reliable."

Jennifer W.

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Keeley H.


Scottsdale, AZ

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA for 8 years, I have babysat for 11 years, I worked in my church's nursery for 6 years, and I was an in-home caregiver for 3 years. I enjoy working with children and I have found them to be my favorite people. I love coming up crafts and activities. I try to constantly have them learning while having fun....
Keeley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Keeley was Great, perfect fit for my son with ADHD and used her services many times. She was able to help him stay focused and task oriented. He was excited every time he heard that she was coming to watch him. She would even do some science experiments with...

Doug H.

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Hannah H.


Scottsdale, AZ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I truly love to babysit and commit to one family. It makes me feel closer to my family. I have all your qualifications. For 10 years now, I've babysat, nannies multiple families, volunteered, tutored, coordinated in children' s birthdays. I helped with special needs camps, kid's laundry, dishes and whatever help you need when...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Emma G.


Scottsdale, AZ

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I moved to Scottsdale less than a year ago, after being a live-in nanny in New Jersey and am hoping to find some date night/ weekend babysitting jobs! I work full time as a budget analyst for the government, and am just looking for something to do in the hours that I am not there. I have experience with children ages 3 mo-12...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Emma is very reliable and excellent with kids!"

Dena H.

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Amy M.


Scottsdale, AZ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Reliable, Responsible, Trustworthy And Experienced Female Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

If your care needs require a mature, reliable, responsible, trustworthy and experienced female caregiver, then contact me. I've been fortunate enough to amass a wide range of direct-care experiences that include: bathing, dressing, eating assistance, diet management, medication management, spinal cord injury care, walking...
Amy can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"Amy watched our dad the last month before he passed. Amy was not only wonderful to our father but to us as well. She was a blessing to our family. Amy has a calming presence, was very kind & compassionate. We were fortunate to have Amy with us and take care of...

Madelene R.

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Cristi S.


Scottsdale, AZ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Love This Job!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 53years old and I've been a caregiver for 24years. I have experience working with dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, strokes and special needs. I am patient, reliable, trustworthy and compassionate, My years of experience gives me the knowledge and my love for this job makes me great companion. I learned a long time ago...
Cristi can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"We hired Cristi for a weekend and she was absolutely amazing! Our 90 year old mother with dementia felt so safe and comfortable around her and we haven't seen that in a very long time! 10/10 we love Cristi and will definitely be hiring her again!!"

Analesa L.

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Evan B.


Scottsdale, AZ

$19-26/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced And Professional Care For The Elderly.

Hello! My name is Evan! I am a dedicated caregiver with a passion for making a difference. As the older brother of a 12-year-old sister, I've honed my caregiving skills both at home and professionally for over 4 years, specializing in special needs kids and the elderly. With my trusty 2018 Audi A4, I ensure reliable...
Evan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Evan took care of my grandfather, until he unfortunately passed. My grandfather suffered from dementia and mobility issues in his final years. With this, he became very irritable and dependent on someone for basic functioning. It was difficult for any of our family...

Hailey S.

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Nicole S.


Scottsdale, AZ

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

12 Years Experience With Various Special Needs

I have worked with differently abled individuals (ages 3-55) for a total of 15 years. I have experience with a variety of special needs, my main focus being autism. I have experience both writing and implementing ISP goals as well as helping manage behaviors. I have worked in both public and private schools, provided in-home...
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Jaiyn H.


Scottsdale, AZ

$18-22/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hello my name is Jaidyn, I have a younger sister who is Autistic & Down Syndrome. I have learned so much from her and have also gained skills from watching/ working with her. My mother was a special education teacher and I have assisted her in all of her programs since I was younger.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Scottsdale, AZ

Curtis K.

5.0

Curtis has been working with our family for the past year. He works with our 12 year old son, who has autism, several times per week. They work on building skills to support independent living, perspective taking, flexibility and emotional regulation, all while having fun. Curtis is very...

- Tracie S.

Matthew Z.

5.0

Matthew is a very compassionate and loving person that has a heart for individuals with a disability. He is eager to learn and assist in anyway he can. I am very grateful for his assistance in helping my son with his day to day care. His brings art and a creative style to caring for him. We feel...

- Kelly S.

Rose M.

5.0

Rose - for whatever reason my app will not let me message you. I would love to talk about if we are a match for you to help with my daughter with special needs.

- Kirsten H.

Kiara R.

5.0

We couldn't have been any more blessed than to have Kiara for the last year. She is amazing. Does so much with my daughter. Made us feel so comfortable. She is so flexible and accommodating.

- Maria R.

J Lexi V.

5.0

Lexi is amazing! She has taken care of our little guy from the time he was 3 months old (he is now 13 months) and she has done an incredible job. From the very beginning she has taken the time to help research everything from sleep training methods and baby food recipes, to how to inspire him to...

- Elizabeth H.

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Ratings for Scottsdale, AZ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Scottsdale, AZ are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 104 listed special needs caregivers.