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Kathy M.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

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I am 59 years old and I have retired from full time work with Knox County schools as a caregiver and work part time now in real estate management. I worked in special education for Knox County schools nearly 20 years ago. I home schooled our four sons in the 80's. Thank God they are now successful and well educated. My...
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Lydia A.


Maryville, TN

$10-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I have extensive experience with children of every age. I have 6 years of professional childcare experience through environmental education programs - such as summer camps, zoo children's programs, and national parks school programs! I have firsthand experience with children with special needs (my little brother is on...
Lydia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Renee F.


Rockford, TN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Renee. I have cared for my own daughter who has special needs for 6 years. I'm good with crafts, meal prep, changing, swimming, pets (used to live in a house with 5 cats, and 1 dog!), and more! I also have reliable transportation and do not smoke.
Renee can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I'm a nurturing and experienced caregiver with a genuine passion for fostering children's growth and development. I have three years of experience as a babysitter, where I consistently received positive feedback from parents. My patient, calm, and friendly nature puts children and parents alike at ease. I believe in open and...
Andria can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Emma P.


Maryville, TN

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

I grew up with a mother who worked in CDC and my sister and I were given the opportunity to help volunteer in her classrooms. I begin working in healthcare taking care of all sorts of needs and elements. I have a huge heart for helping others and am well informed in different specialties.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I graduated from college in 2019 with a degree in Special Education and a minor in Psychology. I have spent the last 5 years working as a special education teacher in Colorado. I am newly married and my husband and I just recently moved to Knoxville. I absolutely love spending time with kids, and I am looking to continue...
Skills:

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I just received a degree in special education from the University of Dayton. I have spent each semester during college observing, assisting, and student teaching in school settings containing students with mild to moderate disabilities. I am passionate about what I do because I find it fun and rewarding. Additionally, it has...

Lakin H.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr

Special Needs Caregiver/Sitter

Hello! My name is Lakin and I am currently a Sophomore and a cheerleader at the University of Tennessee Knoxville! Go Vols! I have four siblings: three sisters ages 24, 13, and 11, and a brother who is 2! I am a very outgoing and upbeat kind of person! I love children and have been babysitting for about 5 years now. I have...
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Jennifer A.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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As a pediatric occupational therapist, I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I have a passion for children with special needs, and would love to provide childcare with the special needs population, in addition to the daily work I do with these friends in my full-time position. As an OT, I have treated kiddos...
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Mia V.


Knoxville, TN

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Mia and I currently attend the University of Tennessee! I am looking to solidify a school year nanny position. I have worked with kids 0-10 for almost 5 years and absolutely love it. I have experience working with children with special needs and I also have different certifications like: CPR, AED, First Aid, Gtube...
Mia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mia watched my 8 month old for date night. My daughter loved spending time with her. Mia was very communicative, prompt, did everything asked of her and was very sweet with my baby! "

Melissa G.

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Annalee H.


Knoxville, TN

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Fun Nanny And Smile Creator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for years; One of my full time nanny positions was for a family of 6 children during the summer of 2016. Duties: Bathed, cooked for, and did laundry for child with special needs; provided transportation services to and from school and extracurricular activities for other 5 children. Another nanny position was...
Annalee can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anna Lee was a nanny for our two girls under three years old. She did this graciously four days a week to match my part time work schedule. She actively played with the girls and I never had any concerns for their safety. She even helped with potty training!...

Alicia F.

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Heather B.


Lenoir City, TN

$23-26/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Heather, and I am so glad you have taken the time to look at my profile. In the nanny and childcare field, I have experience caring for newborn to 14-year-olds, multiples, special needs, and up to 8 children at a time. I have experience potty training, sleep training, homework help, and solid food training. I have...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Heather is an amazing care giver and the best of the best. She truly is meant to work with children and it shows every day. Her calm demeanor and patient approach has not only been a positive influence on our twin toddler boys, but she has also been a tremendous...

Molly A.

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Jennifer E.


Knoxville, TN

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving mom of two grown children, I have had over 40 years' experience with infant, toddler and elementary age children, as well as special needs children. I am responsible, dependable, & usually available at last minute if needed. I am CPR certified, I am a non-smoker, non-drinker, have my own reliable transportation. I...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer did amazing with our 3 month old! She was early and so sweet. Our little girl was happy and content when we arrived home. Definitely will be using her again! "

Hunter H.

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Elizabeth B.


Powell, TN

$10-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello. I have over 25 years of professional childcare experience including special education instructor, Montessori assistant, nanny, in-home daycare provider, mother of two girls ages 10 and 8 to name a few. I am excited to find a family or two to work with in the knoxville area, preferably a long term position/part-time. At...
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Olivia W.


Knoxville, TN

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

I Love Kids I'm A Cheerleader I Work At My Church Doing Childcare Every Sunday For The Past 3 Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I adore kids I have worked with kids since the age of 13 I am now 23 with a 5-month-old I have volunteered at my church doing childcare every Sunday for the past 4 years working with infants to elementary school. I also have worked with special needs kids for 2 years during my years in high school. I recently had to quit my...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Very Sweet girl! She was great with our kids! I Was very sad to leave this town and trust another person with my little ones Since she was so wonderful!"

Karen L.

Hi, my name is Hadley. I am a Mom of 7. Four biological children and three adopted. At the age of 11 I began babysitting for a family with 5 kids. That's when I realized my desire to nurture and care for children and I have done that ever since. I am loving, patient, and pour my heart and soul into everything that I do. My...
My undergraduate degree is in elementary education, and I also am certified to teach children with moderate and severe special needs. I worked at a daycare/learning center for a year with toddlers and preschool-aged children. I have babysat for a total of 4 children at a time, the youngest being 6 months old. Working with...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Erica M.


Knoxville, TN

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

I was a Registered Behavior Technician for two and a half years, working with Autism and other special needs. I also have taken care of three children for a friend many times. I love kids and I am a great fit for all ages.
Erica can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lauren B.


Farragut, TN

$14-25/hr2 yrs exp

I Am An 18 Yr Old Girl Who Loves Children And Has Past Experience! I Have A Car And Drivers License!

I am a 20-year-old female nanny! I graduated high school in 2022. I was a full time nanny in 2023 for a year. I also volunteered at a preschool where my mom works throughout my high school years! I am looking for a full time job this year. I have experience working with special needs children! I love animals. I have a car and a...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Roxanna M.


Knoxville, TN

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

High Energy, Experienced, And Patient Nanny

Hi Knoxville families, my name is Roxie! I have 4 years of childcare experience. I spent 3 of those years working as a teacher assistant at a children's development center. This position gave me experience with typical and special needs children ranging in age from 4 months- 8 years. Being a part of their growth was so exciting...
Roxanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Alcoa, TN

Mia V.

5.0

Mia watched my 8 month old for date night. My daughter loved spending time with her. Mia was very communicative, prompt, did everything asked of her and was very sweet with my baby!

- Melissa G.

Annalee H.

5.0

Anna Lee was a nanny for our two girls under three years old. She did this graciously four days a week to match my part time work schedule. She actively played with the girls and I never had any concerns for their safety. She even helped with potty training! Anna Lee was receptive to making...

- Alicia F.

Heather B.

5.0

Heather is the cream of the crop when it comes to nannies! She is the best caregiver our family has ever had and we are so sad to no longer have her as our children's nanny, as she's become a part of the family. We are relocating, otherwise we'd want to have her stay with our family for years to...

- Liz M.

Jennifer E.

5.0

Jennifer did amazing with our 3 month old! She was early and so sweet. Our little girl was happy and content when we arrived home. Definitely will be using her again!

- Hunter H.

Olivia W.

5.0

Very Sweet girl! She was great with our kids! I Was very sad to leave this town and trust another person with my little ones Since she was so wonderful!

- Karen L.

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