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Special needs caregivers in Arnoldsville, GA

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Katherine A.


Athens, GA

$15-25/hr

Caregiver To Our ASD, ADHD, And Mantal Illness Friends

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have lots of experience with children with ASD, as I have a brother with it. He also has some friends with ASD that I have taken care of in the past as well. With ASD often come ADHD, which I have also taken care of in lots of little children that I have cared for through the years. I am in IB high level psychology, so I...
5.0
"Katie was wonderful! Watched our 1 year old son for a full day while we attended a wedding. So sweet, communicative, and handled our emotional son so well. Would definitely hire again when in Athens!"

Shannon G.

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Taylor P.


Athens, GA

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Taylor.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Taylor, and I currently work full-time in a plant genetics laboratory at the University of Georgia. I am looking to switch to childcare fulltime. I have 5 years experience in childcare, and 2 additional years of childcare and music therapy for children with special needs. I graduated from College of the Atlantic...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Taylor was a wonderful sitter for my two kiddos aged 3 and 5 for an entire summer. She was friendly, responsible, knowledgeable, punctual, and fun. We all adored her! She thought of fun activities to do with the kids and drove them to different playgrounds...

Sarah M.

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Mary H.


Bogart, GA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I was a live-in nanny for a 4-year-old girl with severe developmental delays and autistic tendencies. I prepared daily allergy/ texture friendly meals, administered medications, and engaged in fun indoor and outdoor activities. I was a respite care provider for a 9-year-old girl with Down syndrome who was adopted from...
5.0
"Mary really plays with my son. She does not just sit and watch TV."

Kimberly M.

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Cali C.


Bogart, GA

$12-23/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Child Care Provider

I have been babysitting since I was in high school. The longest stretch of time I took care of a child consistently was nine months. The largest number of children I have watched at once is three. I have a little bit of experience with children with special needs and I am willing to learn and adapt if your child has any special...
Cali can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alexis B.


Athens, GA

$15/hr2 yrs exp

I currently work as an behavioral therapist in Athens GA throughout the week. I worked as a caregiver for a special needs boy for about 2 years, and I currently work with special needs children implementing ABA therapy. I often have days off due to clients getting sick or having appointments, and would love to help out families....
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Alaina D.


Lexington, GA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Caregiver Who Specialized In Patients With Memory Care

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I have mostly all Senior care experience but would be open to other types of care. My favorite method of care is to live life with my clients by fulfilling their needs but also creating a space that allows them as much independence as possible....
Alaina can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, respite care, meal prep, dementia & more
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Ellie W.


Athens, GA

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter

Hi! My name is Ellie, and I am excited by the opportunity to have fun with your kids and get to know your family. I have over 13 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am comfortable assisting with a variety of tasks (cleaning, cooking, carpool, taking kids to and from activities, etc.). I also have experience as...
Ellie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Brooke B.


Athens, GA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

I am a graduate student getting my masters in Applied Behavioral Science. I work regularly with toddlers, children, teens, and young adults (18-25) who have special needs such as autism, down syndrome, ODD, etc. Many of my clients also engage in severe challenging behavior, so I really have seen everything. I also have lots of...
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Katherine A.


Athens, GA

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a caregiver and nanny who attends UGA. I am CPR/AED and Bloodborne Pathogen certified, and fully vaccinated. I have years of experience caring for a wide range of ages and care types from date night care, to driving them to school, to nannying. I have experience with special needs, and I am a maternity, birth, and...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rebecca M.


Good Hope, GA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I have always had a passion for those who need extra help taking care of themselves. I have volunteered at nursing homes and hospitals every summer since I was 14. I took all the healthcare occupations classes in high school and I participated in an internship at my local hospital. I am currently in school to become a RN. I have...
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Jill B.


Bishop, GA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

CAREGIVER

I currently assist my family in the care of my 10-year-old special needs grandson. He has cp, is unable to walk and is in-contenet. I have empathy and compassion for anyone with special needs and would care for them as if they were my own grandchild.
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Michelle R.


Athens, GA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Empathetic Caregiver

My name is Renee. I have 20 plus years caring for people. I have worked in healthcare all my life in areas such as hospitals, doctors' offices, clinics, assisted living/senior communities, hospice, home health. I am a very compassionate and empathetic person.
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Carina S.


Athens, GA

$15-21/hr7 yrs exp

I am looking for a nanny job starting in January (and hopefully over the summer). I have experience with all ages (infant-teenager), special needs children, and multiples. I am willing to drive, do laundry, housekeeping, etc. I am CRP certified as well. I am happy to provide references from previous families I have nannied for.
Carina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Brooke B.


Athens, GA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I am a graduate student at UGA getting my masters in Applied Behavioral Science. I work regularly with toddlers, children, teens, and young adults (18-25) who have special needs such as autism, down syndrome, ODD, etc. Many of my clients also engage in severe challenging behavior, so I really have seen everything. I also have...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Courtney K.


Athens, GA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny Available

I am currently a special education major and love every minute of it. I have always had a soft spot for special needs and that was apparent in my everyday life. I was a part of the Special Education club in my high school all four years, and attended the Special Olympics with the club. I would work with a variety of needs and I...
I specialize in fostering a secure and nurturing setting for persons across all age groups. Drawing from my background as a middle school special needs educator, I bring a profound dedication to caregiving. I also have a therapy dog to assist if requested. Leveraging my expertise in special needs and childcare, I guarantee...
I have done 4 years of caregiving with Elderly people, also had 2 years of experience in a ER hospital immune to all the chaos! I've grown up with 6 siblings including one fully disabled so i'm very aware of special needs and how to handle them!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
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Madison E.


Athens, GA

$12-17/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Responsible Sitter

I have 6 years of experience with child care. I can help with travel and upkeep of the house. I'm a sophomore at the University of Georgia where I am studying Biology. I have previous nannying experience and love kids. I nannied 2 girls last summer (2022) and helped with chores, getting them to practices, etc. In high school, I...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
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Rachel D.


Athens, GA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Experience Athens Baby Sitter Part Time

I have been baby-sitting ever since I can remember. For two summers I worked at the Sunshine House and I was in charge of children from ages 2 months- 5 years. I also worked with a special needs child while working there. I love working with children and always have. I am a very happy person and enjoy playing games and keeping...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
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Tracey R.


Athens, GA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Special needs

Thank you for considering me for the care you seek. Please ask any questions regarding care or availability!

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Arnoldsville, GA

Katherine A.

5.0

Katie was wonderful! Watched our 1 year old son for a full day while we attended a wedding. So sweet, communicative, and handled our emotional son so well. Would definitely hire again when in Athens!

- Shannon G.

Taylor P.

5.0

Taylor was a wonderful sitter for my two kiddos aged 3 and 5 for an entire summer. She was friendly, responsible, knowledgeable, punctual, and fun. We all adored her! She thought of fun activities to do with the kids and drove them to different playgrounds throughout the week to keep things fresh....

- Sarah M.

Mary H.

5.0

Mary really plays with my son. She does not just sit and watch TV.

- Kimberly M.

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