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Jamie P.


Colbert, GA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I have over 15 years experience w all ages of people. My passion is to take care of people and their needs
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Richard W.


Athens, GA

$25-40/hr8 yrs exp

Licensed Teacher/Behavior Specialist Looking For Part Time Work While In School

5.0

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My name is Richard, but I go by my middle name, Charlie! I'm an experienced caregiver, elementary school teacher, summer camp counselor, tutor, nanny, and behavior specialist for children with autism spectrum disorder. I'm currently in graduate school to become a Speech Language Pathologist, and I'm looking for to provide...
5.0
"I have 4 children—two of whom have special needs with severe behavioral challenges. I have worked with a number of great sitters, but (due to Charlie’s experience with neurodivergence) this is the first time I have come home from work to a peaceful home. He checks...

Adelle J.

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Kelly F.


Winterville, GA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!

Hey!! I am Kelly. I am a CNA with 18 years experience. I have worked with individuals with both physical and mental disabilities. I am available days and evenings. I am also available to work weekends.
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...
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Brittany H.


Athens, GA

$5-30/hr5 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver

I have at least 5 years of experience as a child care provider. I maintained a clean loving environment, dressed children and changed diapers. I would serve nutritious meals: breakfast, lunch and pm snack, monitored children's play activities, communicated with children's parents about daily activities.
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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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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...
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Zoey W.


Athens, GA

$15-16/hr10 yrs exp

Past Educator Looking To Rekindle My Passion For Caregiving!

Hi there! I'm Zoey! I specialize in fostering a secure and nurturing setting for children across all age groups. I have experience with babies and toddlers from starting my church daycare, plus special needs care expertise from family members. Drawing from my background as a middle school art educator and older sister, I bring a...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Brittaney H.


Winterville, GA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Evening Time Caregiver

I've always had a passion for taking the stress away from families by giving their children the best and safest childcare. I have experience babysitting all ages from as young as infants to as old as high schoolers. Additionally, I've developed a passion for serving special needs as well. Immediately after graduating I worked as...
Brittaney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Theresa R.


Winterville, GA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant And Certified CPR Instructor, Personal Care Assistant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA since 1992 and CPR Instructor since 2008. I worked at Athens Regional for 5 years. I worked on the Neuroscience floor as a CNA, Phlebotomy, assist doctors with Nerve Conduction, sleep lab, and worked as a Electroenceplogram technologist. I also have experience in housekeeping, laundry, feeding, range of motion,...
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Anna N.


Athens, GA

$13-50/hr1 yrs exp

I grew up with a family member with a disability so I am very passionate about the community. I also worked with adults with disabilities for over a year. My undergraduate degree is in Rehabilitation Science where I studied different disabilities as well. I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Dressing Assistance and...

Alexus D.


Athens, GA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Laundry. I have experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs.
Alexus can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Chloe F.


Athens, GA

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Chloe, I am a sophomore in college at UGA taking a break for the fall semester. I love children with all my heart and I enjoy teaching them! My professional experience with children includes lifeguarding and teaching swim lessons to young and special-needs children, working as an assistant ballet teacher, and...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Chloe is very responsible and punctual. She has CPR training and first aid from her lifeguarding experience. She is great with kids and they all love her. I’m never worried when she is babysitting my kids!"

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Sarah D.


Watkinsville, GA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available Part Time Or Full Time

Child care is my passion. I have worked with children for the last 14+ years, and have a broad range of experience. I have kept children with special needs including feeding tubes, breathing treatments, heart monitors and routine medications. I just got CPR and first aid and fire safety certified. I also worked in a church...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah was our "at home" babysitter for the first several months of my son's life. He was born very premature and couldn't be placed in a daycare. She took very good care of my son. My son came home requiring multiple daily medications, special formula, oxygen and...

Katharine P.

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Katherine A.


Athens, GA

$15-25/hr

Caregiver To Our ASD, ADHD, And Mantal Illness Friends

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

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Taylor P.

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 for additional part-time jobs as a caretaker. 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...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Raquel H.


Athens, GA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Sitter

Hi! I'm an active, caring, and responsible sitter. I recently relocated to Athens and have a small dog training business (animals are not a problem, I love them!). I have worked in a clinic doing ABA therapy with children with Autism. I was also a caregiver (and friend) for a 16-year-old with Autism. I truly enjoy helping...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Colbert, GA

Richard W.

5.0

I hired Richard many years ago when my boys were in elementary school. I got tired of hiring female college students who would just be in their phones and be checked out! Richard was the opposite - he super engaging with the boys, and truly caring. He is a lot of fun! He and the boys had a secret...

- Amy R.

Chloe F.

5.0

Chloe is an exceptional babysitter. She successfully managed to care for eight kids for two hours, which is truly impressive. We give her a 100% rating and highly recommend her services.

- Care member

Sarah D.

5.0

Sarah was our "at home" babysitter for the first several months of my son's life. He was born very premature and couldn't be placed in a daycare. She took very good care of my son. My son came home requiring multiple daily medications, special formula, oxygen and an Apnea monitor. Sarah was more...

- Katharine P.

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.

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