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Rachel K.


Columbus, MS

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I've worked as a nursing assistant for many years with the elderly and special needs children.
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Callie K.


Starkville, MS

$12-20/hr6 yrs exp

Children Are My Passion! Very Experienced With All Ages And Children With Special Needs.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Most people describe me as fun, bubbly, energetic, and empathetic. I absolutely adore children and have been babysitting and volunteering with special needs children since I started as a peer assistant to a special needs classmate in the 8th grade. I'm originally from Starkville Mississippi, but moved to Austin, Texas in 3rd...
Callie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We would highly recommend Callie for anyone looking for a nanny. She took care of our son from when he was 10 weeks old til 6 months and helped us so much with the fear of leaving our newborn with someone. She was very caring and kind to him and even sent us...

Rick J.

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Lucy M.


Starkville, MS

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

College Student With Special Needs Education Experience.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a senior at Mississippi State University who is in Gainesville for the summer looking for education experience in the disabled community. I have experience being an academic mentor for disabled college students and a tutor for disabled K-12 students. I would love to work with your family!
5.0
"We are grateful that Lucy has taken the job to work with our son. She understands special needs people and I feel like he is safe with her."

Susan K.

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Ashley O.


Starkville, MS

$15-18/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ashley and I am a graduate of USM. I majored in Social Work with a minor in psychology. I am currently attending graduate school to obtain my Masters in School Social Work. I have been babysitting since I was 16; I am 24. I love kids of all ages but I have the most experience with toddlers and older kids. I am CPR...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was great! The kids love her and still ask about her to this day. Would hire again!!"

Kayla R.

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Cynthia P.


Starkville, MS

$10-18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mom And Caregiver

Hi! I have 10+ years experience in caring for children of all ages as a Sunday school teacher, tutor, and for individual families. I know CPR and first aid for adults & infants. I also have over 10 years of experience with children that have special needs and special medical needs. I am willing to work with you on availability...
Cynthia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is an amazing caregiver! She is organized, attentive, creative and very good with kids of all ages."

Joy L.

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Gia P.


Starkville, MS

$13/hr7 yrs exp

Studying Interior Design At Mississippi State!

Hi! My name is Gia and I am from Charlotte, North Carolina. I am currently a Junior at Mississippi State studying Interior Design. I have many years working for different families. The longest family I have ever nannied for was 2 years so I am open to being a long term nanny! I have 3 brothers, one of my brothers has autism so I...
Gia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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May Y.


Starkville, MS

$12-16/hr2 yrs exp

Oldest Of Five Children And Fun Sitter

I have been working with children over the summer for 4 years. I have four younger siblings and would love to help care for children of any age. I am comfortable working with some special needs (message me for specifics). I would love to be a fun and positive role model for your children!
May can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
My mom has worked in special needs for 12 years and I have had the pleasure of working with many of her students. My older brother is also on the autism/aspergers spectrum so I am comfortable since growing up around it.
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Cynthia P.


Starkville, MS

$9-14/hr

Friendly And Compassionate Care

I'm the mom of a 12-year-old with ADHD, Autism, SPD, and special medical needs. I have experience in caring for individuals with special needs and/or medical issues. I also homeschool my son so I can also help with homework or schooling.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Columbus, MS

Callie K.

5.0

We would highly recommend Callie for anyone looking for a nanny. She took care of our son from when he was 10 weeks old til 6 months and helped us so much with the fear of leaving our newborn with someone. She was very caring and kind to him and even sent us pictures and videos of him throughout the...

- Rick J.

Lucy M.

5.0

We are grateful that Lucy has taken the job to work with our son. She understands special needs people and I feel like he is safe with her.

- Susan K.

Ashley O.

5.0

She was great! The kids love her and still ask about her to this day. Would hire again!!

- Kayla R.

Cynthia P.

5.0

She is an amazing caregiver! She is organized, attentive, creative and very good with kids of all ages.

- Joy L.

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