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Constance K.


Burns, TN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Punctual

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Mother of two daughters in their twenties. I have worked with Down syndrome, I've taken care of infants, toddlers, teens, adults and seniors. I love most pets. Sorry I can't do snakes. lol. I am very organized, punctual, I love to cook. Cakes are my specialty. I've been a girl scout leader for 14 years. I was the president of...
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Kirstin H.


Kingston Springs, TN

$28-35/hr7 yrs exp

Pediatric Nurse

I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I am very experienced with children with special needs, and learning delays. I love working with children. Anytime I try something else I always come back to working with kids, so I think this will be my forever path. I was homeschooled growing up...
Kirstin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

I've been a cna for almost 5 years and have worked at a daycare for 10. In my cna work I care for a special needs child. I'm comfortable with kids of all ages
Brookalyn can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Kelly P.


Fairview, TN

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Speical Needs Young And Elderly - Degree In Occupational Therapist Asst

5.0

(3)

**I have been inactive on this site due to family illness but still working. I have over 13 years of caring for the Aging population & special needs as a Occupational Therapist Asst. 5 years as a private caregiver before schooling. I have worked w/ multiple diagnosis- stroke, dementia, Alzheimers, CP, autism, sensory disorders,...
Kelly can also help with: Respite care, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"A genuinely caring person that is very knowledgeable and experienced. "

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Destiny W.


Dickson, TN

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been baby sitting since I was 9 and have a love for children. I have 3 children of my own and experience with special needs children. I have spent the last 3 years in pediatric dentistry as a dental assistant. I am CPR and BLS Certified. I can offer Prek and Kindergarten curriculum to work with your child! I am available...
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Destiny has helped with my siblings a few times and they always love having her around."

Brent L.

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Martha R.


Franklin, TN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

30+ Years Of Caring For Children And Adults With Special Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I most recently cared for a very dear and sweet little lady for over a year in her apartment in Nashville. She had become, to me, a very special part of my life. Whether I was working a 12 to 14 hour shift caring for all of her daily needs, or at my own home, I was brainstorming how to better serve this little lady. When she...
Martha can also help with: Respite care, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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Martha R.


Franklin, TN

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny With Vast Experience In Special Needs And Early Childhood

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am a retired Special Ed Teacher Assistant who worked full-time at a middle school for over 25 years. I am the mother of four grown children. My youngest son is an adult with special needs. I have experience with seizures and multiple diagnoses. I also am the grandmother of 12 aged 15 and under. I have experience with premature...
Martha can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Martha watched our son from 1.5-2.5 years old and then when we had our 2nd child, she watched both. Martha is AMAZING! We worked from home while she watched our kids and she was the best thing for us. She was constantly talking, singing, teaching and interacting...

Jody G.

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Ryan W.


Nashville, TN

$22-37/hr15 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for 15 years and have been nannying full-time for 8 years! In my years working in childcare I have worked with newborns, twins, kids of varying ages, and families with many different schedules and dynamics. I have also worked with children with special needs and care plans including premature...
Ryan can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Ryan is fabulous. I'm so sad to be losing her due to a relocation, would hire again 110%!!!"

Nina F.

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Keandria W.


Nashville, TN

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

3.7

(3)

I love giving out attention and love. I have four years of experience working with autistic kids. What I have learned about caring for them is Your child may need a five minute, two minute or one minute warning before there is a change of activity or behavior. For example saying you have five minutes but not waiting the whole...
5.0
"Keandria interviewed with us and she was extremely thorough and you can tell she has the experience with children. She is definitely on my list to hire when services are needed in the future."

Tawny W.

Hi there! My name is Elizabeth , and I am a third year Special Education teacher for MNPS with an extensive amount of experience in the area of child care. I have previously been a babysitter for 6+ years and have experience caring for children of multiple ages and special needs.
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Hannah G.


Primm Springs, TN

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Meet Hannah!

Hello! My name is Hannah. I am a labor and delivery registered nurse. I am currently completing my doctoral degree at the University of Tennessee to become a nurse practitioner through a distance based program. I am located in Primm Springs, about 10 min away from Leipers Fork. I am certified in CPR, ACLS, and NRP. I am...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Alvie H.


Nashville, TN

$30-34/hr2 yrs exp

Absolutely! Here's a short bio for you: My name is Alvie. I am a passionate and driven individual with a strong background . With exceptional interpersonal skills and a dedication to personal and professional growth, I am committed to positively impacting their field.
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Shelby P.


Franklin, TN

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver & Babysitter

Hello! I have 7 years of caregiver experience. I love what I do! I'm located in Franklin area but also able to travel a little further out. I have worked with and have experiences with Assisted-living, memory care, Dementia and Alzheimer. I have worked with special needs, Cerebral Palsy, Parkinson's, In-home Care, Bedridden...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Paige W.


Nashville, TN

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Temporary Full-time/part-time Babysitter

Hi! I'm Paige and I am currently working as an Occupational Therapy Assistant at a hospital in Nashville but I am looking for a part time/after school nanny position. I have 10+ years of experience working with children and being a nanny. I am available anytime after 3 and am flexible with end times! I have experience with kids...
Paige can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Coryn G.


Nashville, TN

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Smile Machine!

I just recently graduated with a bachelors of social work and I am an advocate for children with special needs. I have a unique laugh and love to be outside. I have been a camp counselor several times, I have been an after school manager, and I have worked in a preschool for children with autism. I am currently a behavioral...

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brooklynn and I've worked in childcare for about two years now. I have experience working as a nanny, preschool care provider, and with special needs children. I love working with kids because it fills my heart with a lot of joy and purpose.
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Martha R.


Franklin, TN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

25 Years In Special Education

I have not only worked in Special Education for over 25 years, but I am the mother of a Special Needs adult that function at about 18 months. I am also the grandmother of a Special Needs grandson with a rare genetic disorder. I have decades of experience with multiple diagnosis including seizures. I am limiting my availability...
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Erin B.


Nunnelly, TN

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

I am looking to sit a child or two for a few hours on the side as well. My son is autistic so I have experience with the special needs children as well. I'm very patient and love little ones, they deserve the world. I can do the bathing, bedtime, after supper clean up-you name it!
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Lily G.


Nashville, TN

$16/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Lily And I Am Looking For Babysitting Or Nannying Opportunities In Nashville.

I'd describe my personality as innovative, honest, compassionate. I like working with kids because they're encouraging! Kids are the most honest and authentic people. They're also so creative! I'm looking for a job that works well for both me and the families that I work with. I am a part time college student, so my schedule...
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Michele M.


Lyles, TN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've spent my entire life involved in the care of children, beginning with being the oldest sibling of 4, babysitting, childcare provider (in-home & centers), mother of 3 (ages 26, 24, 18), grandmother of 3 (3, 20 months, 2 months), Girl Scout Leader, Cheer Coach, 1st Grade Teacher and Kindergarten Teacher. My experience with...
Michele can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Burns, TN

Kelly P.

5.0

Kelly watch’s over my grandfather on a regular basis. She is a fantastic communicator and you can tell she genuinely loves to spend time with him. She is a great companion and has appropriate tasks for him to do. She pushes him and makes him laugh and I can tell he’s a lot happier. She knows what to...

- Care member

Destiny W.

5.0

I have 3 children and she was awesome with them! She was great when my husband and I were in a rut without anyone to care for the kids.. all the kiddos loved when she came to watch them and hated when she left!

- Darla P.

Martha R.

5.0

Martha watched our son from 1.5-2.5 years old and then when we had our 2nd child, she watched both. Martha is AMAZING! We worked from home while she watched our kids and she was the best thing for us. She was constantly talking, singing, teaching and interacting with our kids and always left our...

- Jody G.

Ryan W.

5.0

Ryan is fabulous. I'm so sad to be losing her due to a relocation, would hire again 110%!!!

- Nina F.

Keandria W.

5.0

Keandria interviewed with us and she was extremely thorough and you can tell she has the experience with children. She is definitely on my list to hire when services are needed in the future.

- Tawny W.

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