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Lesley M.


Alexandria, TN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Available

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I am a retired teacher and principal with Metro Nashville Schools. I have cared for many students with disabilities and was responsible for making sure that our school was in compliance with the care of students and families with various types of medical, emotional and mental differences; asthma, food allergies, physical...
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Stephanie H.


Watertown, TN

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom With K-12 Teaching License

5.0

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I am a stay at home mom with masters degree in education. I have taught for 5 years and I am also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. After having my own child, I have decided I would like to stay at home with my child and care for other kiddos as well!
5.0
"My son showed a ton of growth with Stephanie as his file holder and summer tutor. I was so upset when she moved away from my sons school. I have really missed her!"

Paige H.

(F, 23) I am cleared through Tennessee foster care system and have 2 children in the process of adoption. I would prefer for a drop off/pick up or local meet with the care of the child being at my home, or if my children could come with due to school letting out. I am in brush creek, TN on an acre with plenty of room for outdoor...
Kaila can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"She is thourough, communicates well, trauma informed, and not at all shy with the kiddos. "

Kourtney B.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have an older special needs brother. I have spent the majority of my life surrounded by and helping those with disabilities. I have experience working with children who have autism, and I have experience with adults who have special needs.
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Sandra J.


Lebanon, TN

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Cool, Calm, And Collected

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 62 years old, mother of two daughters, and Mimi to 3 grandsons. I love children and all the chaos and beauty they tend to bring. I worked in the high school setting with hearing impaired, Downs syndrome, and other mental and physical impairments. I have 23+ years of experience working with children of all ages: newborns,...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sandra is a lovely person — she was reliable, responsive, and clearly loves children. We recently visited New Orleans with friends and had our childcare fall through at the last minute. We needed someone to come to our rental house while our toddler was sleeping so...

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Emily B.


Lebanon, TN

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up with an older special needs brother. The majority of my life has been dedicated to caring for him. Throughout college, I also worked in daycare service. I worked with ages 6 weeks to 6 years old. After college, I did some nannyimg jobs, but my main job is with HCA healthcare. During the week, I work from home, helping...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily comes into our home and brings a breathe of fresh air. The kids are excited to see her, she handles our crew of 3 kids with grace. I know that I can count on the kids having a consistent bedtime routine while I am in class. I appreciate that the kitchen is...

Tabatha R.

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Kelsey B.


Lebanon, TN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-Loving & Confident Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kelsey and I'm a 31-year-old graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic Academy where I earned my B. F. A. in Music Theater. I am a professional actor and vocalist, and I also care for children, which I love! One of my favorite jobs as a performer was working at a theme park as a lead actor in one of their...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kelsey is naturally kind, caring and compassionate. She is enthusiastic, versatile, and eager to help in anyway she can. Kelsey is reliable and very respectful of others. I give my highest recommendation to Kelsey for those interested in hiring through care.com."

Trish P.

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Dawn S.


Lebanon, TN

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Tech/Phlebotomist

A Certified Nurse Technician with 10+ years of experience providing support with daily tasks to disabled clients. Activities such administering medicine, serving meals, running errands, providing companionship, helping with bathing, and reporting to family members anything out of the ordinary.
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Kelsey B.


Lebanon, TN

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I absolutely love working with children with special needs. I find these working with these kids so uplifting and rewarding! I grew in up in a family where both of my parents were Special Education teachers, so I have been highly educated on how to work with these children. Please feel free to reach out to me if you are looking...
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Jessica C.


Lebanon, TN

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

I have cared for individuals with special needs that range from mild to severe. I began volunteering to help and care for those with special needs starting in middle school and my passion has only grown deeper with my experience and continued education and knowledge. I am working on completing my state of Michigan teaching...
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Tomeka P.


Lascassas, TN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate

I have 20+ years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services, in home care, bathing, assist with dressing, cooking, house cleaning. Experienced with Dementia and ALS and Special Needs.
Tomeka can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Kaylee T.


Lebanon, TN

$16-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hi! Fun Sitter, I Absolutely Love Children And Babies!! Here To Help You!

I have 6 years of experience, I grew up with 6 siblings and grew to babysitting aswell. I can help with Travel, Carpooling, babysitting, cleaning, and whatever else you could need! I'm currently in school to become a Special Needs teacher. I love what I do, and I love helping. Thank you
Kaylee can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth D.


Lebanon, TN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Great With Special Kiddos!

I have 5 years of experience working with children ages 2 - 13. I have lots of experiences working with children with special needs and am very comfortable working with children with various health challenges. I am a former American Red Cross certified CPR/AED/First Aid instructor. My license has lapsed, but I look forward to...
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Lamyia K.


Lebanon, TN

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

I started out in high school joining the nursing program. I would volunteer at multiple places such as memorial hospital, one daycare and a couple of nursing homes. However, during the summer I became a camp counselor for Camp Millhouse which is a camp for people with special needs and I began to love it. Right now I'm currently...
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Raelyn H.


Lebanon, TN

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years of experience; Associates in Elementary Education obtained. I have worked 2 years with special needs in a school setting. Mom of 2 wonderful children! Looking to find part time work until I can build up clientele to run an in-home daycare / preschool! I am also willing to help with Light Housekeeping and...
Raelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kassie B.


Lebanon, TN

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With Behavioral Training

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I am a Registered Behavior Technician, so I'm willing to work with special needs/ autism. I love playing and crafts the most!
Kassie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sydney K.


Lebanon, TN

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi! I'm a reliable, fun-loving, caring 19-year-old with experience caring for immune suppressed and special needs children! I love to help teach and also learn from young minds.
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ashley L.


Lebanon, TN

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist

My name is Ashley and I am currently a lead behavioral therapist. I work with children with Autism and other developmental delays. I am also currently working on my masters in special education. I would love to be a help to you and your family.
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Sandra J.


Lebanon, TN

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

I've experience with special needs students/patients for more than 11 years. I've worked in the the school setting, home setting, and hospital setting. My positions were Personal Care Attendant, hospital sitter, One on One student advocate and child specific.
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Jade J.


Lebanon, TN

$22/hr1 yrs exp

Loving, Holistic Minded Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently, I work in an elementary school as a para-professional, where I work one on one and in group settings. I have experience tutoring, working with special needs and a wide range of neurodiversity. The development of a child's emotional, mental, physical, and social faculties are important to me. I enjoy engaging children...
Jade can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Alexandria, TN

Stephanie H.

5.0

My son showed a ton of growth with Stephanie as his file holder and summer tutor. I was so upset when she moved away from my sons school. I have really missed her!

- Paige H.

Kaila B.

5.0

She is thourough, communicates well, trauma informed, and not at all shy with the kiddos.

- Kourtney B.

Sandra J.

5.0

Sandy was a wonderful resource for us while we were in NOLA for a friend's reuinion. She was communicative, flexible and kind. She took wonderful care of our 5 month old. We booked her again and again.

- Sean K.

Emily B.

5.0

Emily comes into our home and brings a breathe of fresh air. The kids are excited to see her, she handles our crew of 3 kids with grace. I know that I can count on the kids having a consistent bedtime routine while I am in class. I appreciate that the kitchen is always "happy tidied" when I get...

- Tabatha R.

Kelsey B.

5.0

Kelsey is naturally kind, caring and compassionate. She is enthusiastic, versatile, and eager to help in anyway she can. Kelsey is reliable and very respectful of others. I give my highest recommendation to Kelsey for those interested in hiring through care.com.

- Trish P.

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