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Julie S.


Birmingham, AL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Megan C.


Birmingham, AL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have had over 17 yrs of experience with children of all ages. I currently provide teletherapy to school aged children/adolescents, but nanny for families during summer months. Last summer, I divided my time nannying for 2 different families: 2 boys (7yo & 12yo); and 1 girl (1yo). I continue to work with the family with the 1...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"We loved Megan! She was flexible with our crazy wedding weekend schedule, was calm and comforting with my slightly anxious toddler, and was patient and engaged with my 8yo. She is clearly very experienced and immediately gave us peace of mind while we were away...

Cheryl P.

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Esther M.


Alabaster, AL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

part-time care giver available

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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Latin J.


Bessemer, AL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Full-Time Childcare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children (off/on) since 2013. I have worked in schools (elementary and middle), I have worked in daycares, I have worked with children with special needs. I am comfortable with all ages. I love music, crafts, reading, and I love outdoors . CPR/First Aid certified. I am a Christian, so I take my faith...
Latin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Latin was great with my special needs daughter! She was punctual, loving, and patient. I would hire her a million times over. I highly recommend her for your child-care needs."

Alisha B.

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Hannah C.


Pelham, AL

$15-24/hr2 yrs exp

Hey My Name Is Hannah I Am A Student At Auburn!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children throughout my high school experience and college. That ranges from babysitting jobs to after school care through my high school. I have experience with special needs kids and worked in the warrior center and did a summer volunteer job at a center for special needs. I continued working with children...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Leanne R.


Birmingham, AL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Mom Of Two Grown Kids, One With Special Needs, And Former Toddler Teacher.

I'd describe my personality as friendly, calm, and relaxed. I like working with kids because I love seeing them grow and change and learn new things. I started working in my church Early Learning Center in August of 2020 In my spare time, I foster kittens and cats for the humane society and read. I'm a mom of 2 adult kids,...
Leanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Tanisha F.


Bessemer, AL

$12-23/hr5 yrs exp

Here To Help

Let me make life just a little easier. I've worked in special needs group homes. Children are our future and should be treated as such.
Tanisha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Molly D.


Birmingham, AL

$15-29/hr5 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

I graduated from Birmingham Southern College in may 2020 and have worked for the Mountain Brook city school system for a year as an aide for middle and high school aged students with special needs. I also have experience caring for younger children as a babysitter through out high school and college. I am looking for a summer...
Molly can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Hello, I am a grad student studying occupational therapy at UAB. I have experience working with children (ages 2-6) with special needs as a behavior technician. Additionally, I assist in childcare at my church (ages 0-4). I am an active individual that loves to craft and play games.
Maggie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Hannah H.


Birmingham, AL

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Nanny, Teacher, Tutor

Hello! I'm a graduate student at Beeson Divinity School at Samford (originally from Franklin, TN), studying Greek and Hebrew languages. My husband and I have been married a little over a year, and he's beginning officer training with the US Marine Corps starting in January. I'm a 25 and teach and tutor Latin, literature,...
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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Kennethea L.


Birmingham, AL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Trustworthy Child Care Provider

I have 15+ years of experience. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I have a heart and passion for kids. I love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. Vigilant about health and safety and strives to create a fun, safe, and stimulating...
Kennethea can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Joyce C.


Birmingham, AL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Honest, Dependable, Oozing With Kindness

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home health Care. Specializing in Special needs Childcare and Seniors with Dementia redirecting, and patience is a key factor in caring for our Children and our Seniors.
Joyce can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Hi! I am 23 & a senior at UAB graduating in August with a degree in psychology. I hope to work with special needs in the future. I am very dependable and trustworthy. I have my own transportation and can be flexible to your specific needs
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Cassidy R.


Helena, AL

$15-50/hr2 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...
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Rachel L.


Birmingham, AL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Early Child Special Education Teacher

I completed my master's in early childhood special education in 2021. Prior to that, I worked at United Ability Early Learning Center for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old with disabilities. I loved every moment of it and worked there for 2 years! I have been lucky to have worked as a K-4th grade self-contained teacher for...
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Alex P.


Pelham, AL

$14-19/hr7 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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Belinda W.


Birmingham, AL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I have been a foster parent for over 17 years. I worked in nurseries, school systems, the YMCA, and children church. I have worked with children with disabilities such as ADHD, OD, and special needs. I have worked with Care. com for over 10 years. Worked with a family of two ages 3 month to 3 years old for 3years until family...
Belinda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sonya H.


Alabaster, AL

$15-50/hr10 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: Errands, companionship, home modification, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chelsea, AL

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.

Megan C.

5.0

We loved Megan! She was flexible with our crazy wedding weekend schedule, was calm and comforting with my slightly anxious toddler, and was patient and engaged with my 8yo. She is clearly very experienced and immediately gave us peace of mind while we were away from our home and usual routines....

- Cheryl P.

Latin J.

5.0

Latin was great with my special needs daughter! She was punctual, loving, and patient. I would hire her a million times over. I highly recommend her for your child-care needs.

- Alisha B.

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