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Special needs caregivers in Castalian Springs, TN

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Donna S.


Castalian Springs, TN

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with special needs agency for over 10 years there is no job too small I love working with families and your loved one.
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Erin S.


Castalian Springs, TN

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

I have babysat my whole life and I love children. I love to have fun with them and build a connection so the kids feel safe and loved when parents are away. I have experience with special needs as well. I nannied for a child on oxygen for 3 years and administered medicine to him often and I am very good at learning what is best...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Heather S.


Gallatin, TN

$20/hr

Arts And Crafts Are My Favorite!

5.0

(1)

I'm going to school to be an elementary teacher. I've always loved working with kids. started baby sitting when I was in high school, from there I've worked for the YMCA Fun company, daycare, also in a special needs classroom in middle and elementary school ages. I'd describe my personality as calm, caring, and patient.
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Heather was hired as a on and off again sitter, yet became so much more to our family. Heather is wonderful with my children. My kids are always excited for her to come over. My son was struggling with math when Heather started tutoring my son he had a D by the end...

Jennifer P.

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Sonia M.


Gallatin, TN

$15-20/hr

Baby Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Occasionall baby sitter, have help some costumer with special need baby sitting. Good with pets. Experience with special needs kids.
Sonia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Excellent service, reasonable prices and very puntual "

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Lauren C.


Gallatin, TN

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver Or Best Friend? How About Both?! :)

1.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience in working with special needs children focusing on social and educational development. It is something I love and it brings so much joy into my life. I can provide various types of care, full-time, part-time, overnight, date nights, tutoring, personal assistant/organizer. I'm great at planning activities and...
I am a passionate caregiver with over four years of experience providing an enriching environment for children of all ages. I discovered my love for their growth and development. I am patient, calm, and creative individual who believes in making learning fun and engaging. I am also very comfortable enforcing household rules to...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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Kathleen D.


Gallatin, TN

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher, Tutor, Babysitter And Emergency Childcare.

I am a certified teacher Lots of experience with special needs. My oldest is in college, and my youngest is 3 years old. I am able to provide childcare and can provide transportation to and from school and/or your home. I am able to provide occasional childcare along with emergency babysitting when your child is sick. I have...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Macie P.


Gallatin, TN

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Windward And North Shore Sitter

I love Kids!! I have been nannying/babysitting for over 10 years. I have babysat and nannied for families of up to 4 kids at a time. I have been a caretaker for kids, teens, and adults with all different kinds of disabilities and special needs. I have a masters degree in Therapeutic Recreation (working with people with...
Macie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Belle I.


Gallatin, TN

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter Available During Work Week Part-Time

I've worked and volunteered at a camp in my town for special needs children. I also grew up babysitting my younger cousins. I love to draw, paint and do many arts and crafts that I can do with your child also. I recently graduated with my bachelors degree in Earth and environmental Science with a concentration in education.
Belle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sonia M.


Gallatin, TN

$20-36/hr1 yrs exp

Willing To Help As Much As Posible

Has experience with autism kids and some with senior as well. CPR & FIRST AID certificated. Pet lover, some days I am fully open but some days time is little time is limited do a full time. Willing to work around it and help someone in needs
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Macie P.


Gallatin, TN

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Extensive Nannying Experience For Kids With All Different Needs And Abilities

I love Kids!! I have been nannying/babysitting for 10+ years. I have nannied for families of up to 4 kids at a time. I have been a caretaker for kids, teens, and adults with all different kinds of special needs. I have a masters degree in Therapeutic Recreation (working with people with disabilities to ensure they have the...
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Carol G.


Gallatin, TN

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Carol. I have been a registered behavior technician for many years. Previously, I was a pre-school teacher. Before becoming a mother, I was a journalist and artist. I am almost finished with my masters in school counseling. I am skilled in working with special needs children, especially those with ASD. I practice...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Lauren B.


Gallatin, TN

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

I am trained to work children with disabilities from reading difficulties to significant behavioral disorders. I can help with homework; teaching organizational skills; design behavior plan; interventions for students with disabilities in reading and math; and help facilitate communication with children with delays in language...
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Ava D.


Gallatin, TN

$20-40/hr

Extra Set Of Hands And Wheels

I have worked as a nanny and senior care taker for several years. I served as primary caretaker for my parents in the last years of their lives & learned to appreciate the need for elder care in families. I have experience with dementia and stroke patients, mobility issues, medication management, physical activity,...
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Chelsea T.


Portland, TN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Chelsea is a children's book writer, literary blogger, and former children's librarian living in Portland, TN. She has 10+ years of experience working closely with children, ranging from newborns to tweens, in all avenues of childcare, as well as experience working with in-home special needs care and education. Chelsea is...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I absolutely love Chelsea! She is wonderful with my 14 month old daughter, and has been nannying for us since my daughter was 6 months old. We think she is an absolute treasure! She is very flexible, kind and patient. We trust her completely in our home and with...

Meghan S.

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kelsey has been an absolute delight for our family-- kids (3 and 5) were enthralled from the minute she walked in. She is incredibly responsive, always exactly on time, and full of smiles and positive energy when she arrives. Kids now routinely ask whether there...

Kate S.

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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...

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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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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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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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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Castalian Springs, TN

Heather S.

5.0

Heather was hired as a on and off again sitter, yet became so much more to our family. Heather is wonderful with my children. My kids are always excited for her to come over. My son was struggling with math when Heather started tutoring my son he had a D by the end of the year he finished with an A....

- Jennifer P.

Sonia M.

5.0

Sonia is the best professional we have had to come over and clean our house. She leaves no stone unturned and makes sure every surface is spotless

- Sheelah B.

Chelsea T.

5.0

I absolutely love Chelsea! She is wonderful with my 14 month old daughter, and has been nannying for us since my daughter was 6 months old. We think she is an absolute treasure! She is very flexible, kind and patient. We trust her completely in our home and with our child, and plan on continuing to...

- Meghan S.

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.

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.

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