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Abby M.


Calera, AL

$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp

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Hi! I would love to work with you and your family. I am CPR certified and have CNA experience as well. I promise to take great care of you and have a wide open schedule I can work as well as references. Please feel free to ask me any questions!
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Kaitlyn M.


Calera, AL

$15-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

My name is Kaitlyn, I'm a single mother of 3 precious children who are 10, 8 and 6 years old. I have worked in childcare most of my adult life. I was a lead teacher in a preschool setting where I complied with DHR regulations as well as creating lesson plans and organizing fun filled learning activities. Now, I'm a...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Esther M.


Alabaster, AL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

part-time care giver available

5.0

(1)

Am kind, loving and compasionate. I'm also dependable and consistent in what I do. Providing excellent care is what I strive to.
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Ashlynn M.


Shelby, AL

$12-24/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiver

I was a caregiver at an assisted-living for dementia. I was there for two years right now. I am actively working on getting my PCT certification. I love working with elderly special needs. I am BSL certified first aid certified.
Ashlynn can also help with: Dementia, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Sonya H.


Alabaster, AL

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

RN With 22 Years Experience Looking For Flexibility In Scheduling For The Right Family/client.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

RN-geriatric nursing experience in hematology oncology and hemodialysis, orthopedics and med-surg, ICU stepdown unit. Dementia Care, special needs, memory care, social skills, and activities. Companionship and social interaction and support. Looking for one on one care for the right family/client.
Sonya can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, home modification, companionship, errands, live-in home care & more
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Courtney L.


Alabaster, AL

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have a teaching degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. My degree is in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I have coached kids of all ages and have played sports my whole life. I work with special needs kids currently at Helena Middle School. I have also worked with kids that have anger issues. I love...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Elizabeth C.


Alabaster, AL

$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

My Name Is Elizabeth.

Loving, loyal, spontaneous. I like caring for people with special needs because they are so accepting and brilliant in their own way. I learn so much from them. I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling and of course for help financially too. I like to build relationships with the person I am caring for. I started caring for...
I have experience working with special needs children at an after school care program in alabaster. We had children from k-8th grade. I was also the one on one for an autistic child at the preschool I worked at. I have helped children with speech therapy. I understand that special needs children need patience and understanding...
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Anna P.


Pelham, AL

$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Anna, I am 26 years old. I'm currently taking a break from the University of Alabama for a degree in social work. I have experience with special needs through my little brother who has prader wili, mentoring through college, and babysitting. I have also volunteered at two local elementary schools in 2nd grade classes and...
5.0
"Anna covered after school for us. She was always on time, responsible and fun. I'd definitely hire her again!"

Virginia L.

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Grace H.


Pelham, AL

$13-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Previous Daycare Worker

I have worked with my stepmom for years. I have experience with special needs kids, young kids and babies, and even experience with babies exposed to drugs while in the womb.
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Grace is really easy going and flexible"

Joel C.

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Julie S.


Birmingham, AL

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love young children. Since moving back to Birmingham 7 years ago I became the lead infant teacher at a daycare in Vestavia. I was there for 3 years. I then became a nanny for a dentist. My family resided in Columbus, Ga for 13 years prior to my husband's job relocation here. I was a pre-K paraprofessional in a special needs...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Julie was great with my toddler son. She has great energy and confidence. My son was at ease quickly with her and I would highly recommend Julie to any of my parent friends in a heartbeat. "

Kassie Y.

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Angelica J.


Birmingham, AL

$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Educator/Caregiver

Hello, my name is Angelica. I have over 5 years of experience as an educator for children with special needs. I graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BA in Psychology. It is noteworthy to mention that I also completed coursework in the School of Education in the subjects of educational psychology, mathematical methods, and...
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Anna Kate E.


Helena, AL

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Meet Anna Kate Elliott

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, responsible, and kind. I like working with kids because they are the most fun company to keep and I love watching them learn new things! I started working with kids when I started being the nanny of my 2-year-old (at the time) cousin in 2019 and have since baby sat and nannied for...
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Paige C.


Birmingham, AL

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Summer Nanny, And Weeknight, Weekend Babysitter

I started babysitting at the age of 13 after I received my babysitting certificate. In the last five years, I have had numerous babysitting jobs from part-time to full time summer nanny positions. I've worked with children from ages infant to pre-teen. I do a lot of volunteer work with special need students, and I am comfortable...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling
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Caitlyn W.


Birmingham, AL

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Pre-nursing Major Looking For Fun Kids To Spend The Summer With!

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, fun and adventurous. Over the last four years, I have served as both a youth counselor and a youth director at nonprofit art camp. I love having fun and playing games, I enjoy crafting and art projects, and I am always looking for an outdoor adventure to go on. Helping take care of...
Caitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amiyah D.


Birmingham, AL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

My name is Amiyah and I am 19 years old. Taking care of people has always been a part of my life and it's something I love doing. With the experience of caring for my sister with special needs, I can assure you that I am the best candidate for any position.
Amiyah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
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Alex P.


Pelham, AL

$14-19/hr • 7 yrs exp

I am a practicing hospital based occupational therapist who has been practicing for 7 years. I am working 4 days a week and would love to help someone on my off days for a few hours. I would love to help care for someone who could use my knowledge, experience and love for helping individuals be as independent as possible!
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Cassidy R.


Helena, AL

$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

(caregiver/baby Sitter)

I'm truly excited about the possibility of joining your family as a caregiver. I have much experience with toddlers, babies, teens, children with special needs and adults with special needs. I am passionate about providing nurturing and engaging care, and I look forward to discussing how I can contribute to your family's routine...
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Tanya B.


Alabaster, AL

$5-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I have a child with ADHD. And, I have also worked with special need children. I work at Cheaha Mental Health with different ones, so I know how to deal with special needs children. I also have elderly people with different problems, and I work with different people with autism and others.
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Katie M.


Pelham, AL

$10-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Katie and I am a graduate from Auburn University in 2022. I started my nursing career in 2022 by working at UAB Hospital in the Emergency Department. I worked in the Emergency Department for over a year, and I now work at UAB St. Vincent's East in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit. I have my Pediatric Advanced...
Katie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Calera, AL

Anna P.

5.0

Anna covered after school for us. She was always on time, responsible and fun. I'd definitely hire her again!

- Virginia L.

Grace H.

4.0

She worked with my autistic 3 year old as well as my newborn. She is able to juggle tasks effectively and is great with kids. She seems to truly love kids. She is an amazing nanny/daycare worker!

- Leonard W.

Julie S.

5.0

Julie was great with my toddler son. She has great energy and confidence. My son was at ease quickly with her and I would highly recommend Julie to any of my parent friends in a heartbeat.

- Kassie Y.

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