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Shaneika C.


Ellenwood, GA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

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State Certified Nursing Assistant with 5+ years experience. I have experience with administrating medications and providing personal hygienes, meal prep, housekeeping and using medical equipments. I've performed duties with patients who suffer from Disabilities challenges, dementia, Alzheimer, cancer etc. Providing aide for...
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Crysta G.


Ellenwood, GA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

RN What A Plethora Of Knowledge And Experience

Registered nurse with a plethora of knowledge and experience stemming from seven years at Grady Hospital in the ER as well as MedSurg floor. Travel nursing experience and prior to that a medical assistance that worked with special needs patients as well as working in a nursing home with memory care, patients and patients...
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Chrishell M.


Ellenwood, GA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Little Background

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm currently studying early childhood education through an online college. I have worked at two different daycares as an infant teacher and as an after-school teacher. My most recent profession was at an elementary school as a pre-k teacher. While working at the daycares and the elementary school, I've gain plenty of...
Chrishell can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Alani W.


Ellenwood, GA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hi everyone! I had worked one on one babysitting my next door neighbor for 2-3 years every week when I was a teenager, and liked it so much that I continued on to be a teacher's assistant at Kindercare for 1 year. Unfortunately it was only half a year due to the start of covid, but in that time I was given trained courses and...
Alani can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Chrishell M.


Ellenwood, GA

$16-25/hr7 yrs exp

Childhood Champion: Your Trusted Nanny

Hi, I'm currently studying early childhood education. I have worked at two different daycares as an infant teacher and as an after-school teacher. My most recent profession was at an elementary school as a pre-k teacher. While working at the daycares and the elementary school, I've gain plenty of experience with special needs...
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Marie S.


Stone Mountain, GA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Caregiver To The Elderly, Adult Or Child Or Special Needs

5.0

(3)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years experience caring for the elderly, adults and children with special needs. I provide care to seniors with Dementia, Alzheimer, ALS, MS, Diabetic, Stroke, Parkinson, Traumatic Brain Injury, Quadriplegic, Paraplegic, Total care and more. Provide care for Special Needs with CP, Down syndrome, ADD, ADHD, Autism...
Marie can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"We hired Marie in March 2016 and she took care of my Dad until January 2018 when we moved him into a home because his care had become more than 1 person could handle. She was great, became a member of the family. Marie was reliable, caring and patient with my...

Tracey H.

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Shirley M.


Lithonia, GA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time-Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Growing up my mom always had an at home daycare, so I grew up with children of all ages. MY mom then transferred to foster children, I helped with all age groups, all the way through college. After college, I had two kids of my own, a son(now 36) and a daughter(now 33. I also have 3 grand kids now, two boys(age 11 and 2. 5 years...
Shirley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Miss Shirley was very kind and gentle with my children. They liked her very much. Furthermore, I greatly appreciated her willingness to accept our job offer on such short notice. I definitely intend to hire her again in the near future. "

Theo J.

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Martika C.


Atlanta, GA

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting With Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Martika. I have been babysitting for over 6 years now. I have been with a babysitting Agency for the past year. I have done private work as well thru care. com. I have work with special needs children in Atlanta for three years that is a service that I volunteer for. I am CPR and first aid certified as well. I...
Martika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Martika was great! I have a baby girl and 3 yr old boy that she cared for. She managed her time and planned her day with them. I appreciate her patience and mild tone with my children. I recommend her any day."

Shay M.

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Bethany B.


Decatur, GA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

3.7

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

**Full Time Nanny Available** Experienced babysitter with 5 years + of childcare for children aged 3 months to 14 years old. Inspired by my own upbringing with a wonderful nanny, I aim to bring the same joy and care to the families I work with. I specialize in creative activities, outdoor activities, homework assistance, and...
Bethany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Bethany was great! We needed a last min sitter for our two year old and she was available and ready. They had a blast! "

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Janice L.


Lithonia, GA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a healthcare professional currently certified as a Certified Nurse Tech since 2012 and CPR certified healthcare professional with a solid background in nursing theory, acute care, nursing homes, skilled rehabs and home care. I am also an excellent clinical, decision-making and assessment skills. I am compassionate, calm and...
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Ashanti P.


Atlanta, GA

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

A Glimpse Into Me

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as Caring, Optimistic, and Driven. In regards to childcare, I like working with kids because they are the future. Also, considering how many of us have had trauma growing up, in addition to the many people that may not realize it or never seek out any form of help motivates me to break those cycles....
Ashanti can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ashanti was an ideal sitter. She did many things for my toddler, read, went to the park, and helped prepare meals. We worked with Ashanti 3 times and would gladly hire her again."

Princess I.

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Jacouria B.


Stockbridge, GA

$21-30/hr6 yrs exp

Your Personal Angel

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm jacouria. I've been an educator over nine years and I absolutely love it! Recently, I have decided to nanny/teach in someone's home and come out of the classroom. I have taught children with developmental disabilities such as autism, down syndrome and Adhd. I have a brother who has severe autism so I know a thing or...
5.0
"Jacouria was a WONDERFUL pet sitter for my fur baby. He was instantly comfortable in her home and lived his best life for a whole week. I would recommend Jacouria to anyone who is reluctant of kennels or needs someone super dependable. Fabulous customer service...

Amarius R.

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Anne T.


Decatur, GA

$15-17/hr10 yrs exp

Years of Working with children with special needs. Side-by-side with physical therapist, occupational therapist, music therapist, speech pathology, movement therapy, sensory integration, hydrotherapy, PIX, Special educators from 20 months to five years and life skill management.
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Isis R.


Decatur, GA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Best Local Nanny & Chef

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello and greetings to you and your family! I hope you're all doing well. My name is Isis , and I would be delighted to provide my services to you and your loved ones. Allow me to share a little bit about myself: I consider myself to be energetic, self-motivated, positive, and extremely passionate. During my free time, I enjoy...
Isis can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Isis did an awesome job with my children. Will definitely be booking again"

Care member

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Theresa S.


Riverdale, GA

$18-22/hr7 yrs exp

I'm Your Superwoman To The Rescue.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have done it all. I started out with being a nanny for two older children 8 and 10 years old. So with them I would pick them up from school, take them to any after school activities/appointments, make a meal, help with homework and get them ready for the next day. They were quite sufficient already so we mostly go stuff done...
Theresa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Theresa has been a nanny and sitter for us for almost 4 years now, she's become a part of our family and we trust her implicitly!"

Alison L.

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Nina S.


Decatur, GA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Sitter With Own Transportation

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Overview: I'm a 23-year-old former sushi chef. Ex culinary arts major turned Psychology. I graduated from Michigan State University a bachelor's in psychology and a minor in youth and development. Currently, I am graduate student getting my masters in social work. Career/Work History: I used to work as a behavioral aide,...
Nina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nina is punctual, dependable and so good with the kids. They love having her around and she does great with communicating with us when needed."

Tolani O.

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Yolanda R.


Rex, GA

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Loving, Responsible, Dependable CNA Available Part-time And Weekends

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with adult, geriatric and youth patients. Assisted patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Autism, Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Delays. I am loving, trustworthy and will care for your loved one as if they were my own
4.0
"Yolanda was great with my son. Although she only spent a little bit with us, they created a bond. Yolanda thank you for working so well with my little man. And thank you for giving me the peace of mind I needed!"

Alexandria W.

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Kaira T.


Stockbridge, GA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Long Term Nanny And Date Night Sitter

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

My Name is Kaira And I am 23 years old . Working with children is my passion and I take my jobs very seriously. I have worked as a children's party host, and I have also nannied/babysat for over 9 families on care. com! I have taken 3 early childhood courses and assisted in a daycare that cared for special needs children and I...
Kaira can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I was a little weary of hiring Kaira at first because of how young she is but Kaira is awesome!!! She is very attentive, caring, and loving to my 5 month old son. She reads to him, talks with him and cleans up after him. I wish i could take her with us when we move"

Rachel N.

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Anne T.


Decatur, GA

$17-20/hr

Personal Care Aide Life Skills Facilitator

Thank you for considering me. It has always been a pleasure working with people with special needs no matter the age. As a Life Skills Personal Aide, I facilitate independence responsibility and encourage health, exercise, safety and self worth. My experience dates back to 1984. I work with physical therapists, occupational...
Anne can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care & more
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Katherine B.


Decatur, GA

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Grad Student: Fun Sitter And House Helper

Currently a PhD student in engineering! I have 5 years of experience working with children, including children who have experienced trauma and children with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry as well!
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Really great with my kids! They all love her and beg me to hire her. They would rather hang out with her than me lol "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ellenwood, GA

Marie S.

5.0

Marie is such a professional and hard working person. She is kindhearted and caring for others! Thank you Marie for being such helpful to us . I recommend Marie to Anyone!’

- Hulagershe M.

Shirley M.

5.0

Miss Shirley is a God send. I needed someone to care for my granddaughter a few days while her daycare was closed. Miss Shirley is patient, kind and has such a loving spirit. She is dependable and goes above and beyond duty.My 10 month old granddaughter literally leaped into her arms when she...

- Michele B.

Martika C.

5.0

We absolutely LOVED having Martika care for our newborn baby and if we had not moved out of state, we would still have her working with us. We are so happy and lucky that we were able to work with her for as long as we did. Our son loves her, she was very good at helping him with his developmental...

- Andrea B.

Bethany B.

5.0

Bethany is reliable and amazing with my children! I definitely recommend her for your family!

- Care member

Ashanti P.

5.0

Ashanti was an ideal sitter. She did many things for my toddler, read, went to the park, and helped prepare meals. We worked with Ashanti 3 times and would gladly hire her again.

- Princess I.

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