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I have babysat and worked with children since I was 12 years old and have worked with kids of all ages, from babies to teenagers. Not only have I babysat for children, but I have had 6 years of experience working at children's camps during the summer where I was a camp instructor's assistant. I played with the children and...
Carrie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I have 6 years of childcare experience, from babysitting to being a summer camp counselor. I also have experience working with special needs children :) I am currently pursuing a bachelor's of human services and psychology at Elon University, planning for a future of child psychology. I am willing to help run errands, take your...
Jaimee can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 37years and have worked in peoples' homes as well as in day cares and preschools. I have also owned my own in home daycare and even did homeschool with my own kids for several years. I have experience with newborns-teenage children, special needs (including ADHD/ADD autistic, diabetes, feeding tubes,...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amy has worked for us for a little over a year and is really great with the kids. I have a 15 month old and a 3 year old and she feels like a part of our family. Amy goes grocery shopping for us and helps around the help- she has a great attitude! I am happy to...
Jocelyn A.
April C.
Burlington, NC
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Kids are such fun! And can be exhausting haha I would love to help your family For all families, I have my own car, am comfortable with pets, and perform housekeeping and meal-prep. I am a creative, friendly, and resourceful caregiver with three years of experience providing reliable childcare for families. I have volunteered...
April can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I love helping others with active care, active listening, empathy, and patience. I will keep the specials needs in mind but aim to treat your loved one like the human they are and show unconditional love and community. Most of my experience with special needs are autism, Aspergers, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, past traumas/abuse, and...
I have had experience and pleasure of taking care of children with diabetes, Type 1 and 2, children with feeding tubes and trachs, children with allergies ( air born and food), asthma, seizures, kabookie syndrome, children with add/adhd, learning disabilities, children with hearing loss (know some sign language), etc. Some of my...
Candace T.
Gibsonville, NC
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver with Trach/Gtube/Vent
Special needs. I enjoy working with people to help them live to their fullest while showing them lots of love and care.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello
I have 25 years experience working with children. I provide loving care, routines, organized activities, crafts, transportation, field trips, sleep training, working with special needs, multiples and large families. I feel it is important for myself and the parents to work together with open communication and respect to...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julie has been a god send to our family. Julie is very knowledgeable and a great resource to first time parents. W. is always so excited to see her every morning. Julie is very organized and keeps record of W's activities throughout the day. Julie's other duties...
Dena S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sara, and I am a 25-year-old pediatric nurse at Duke Children's! I am looking to babysit occasionally as needed to a flexible schedule. I have hospital experience in all ages including NICU up to 18 years. I absolutely love children, and am open to most everything and am licensed for special needs care if needed....
Sara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Alex A.
Greensboro, NC
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am EMT certified, comfortable working with multiple children, and have experience with all ages. I have open availability and am willing to travel and shuttle kids to appointments and activities. Light house-keeping chores, cooking meals, homework help, and targeted exercise can all be expected. I am easy-going and adaptable....
Alex can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alex did an amazing job with my 5 year old son. She was able to come on relatively short notice. He woke up the next morning and said that he missed her...that meant a lot :-). He's looking forward to "playing" with her again soon!"
Monica S.
5.0
(1)
In 2006 I wasn't happy at my job. When I heard there was a chance to help and make a difference in a child's life I went for it. My clients were a 13-year-old with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome and a 10-year-old with ADD. It was a challenge but it was so rewarding to see the affect I had on them.
5.0
"Lieben cared for our son who was severely disabled and medically fragile. Lieben was patient, compassionate and helped our son safely integrate into the community through volunteer work and participating in hobbies. "
Care member
Sara W.
Graham, NC
$31/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm A Fun Loving Babysitter That Loves To Have Fun And Make Sure Your Babies Are In Good Hands!
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Sara!
I have been working with kids ever since I was 15 years old!
My Grandma owned a day care for years and I've always grown up ground younger kinds because of that. I would often go over to her house and help watch the kids and take care of them.
- I have my online Red Cross babysitting certification,...
5.0
(1)
I am a fun loving Christian. I started with seniors at the age of 8 passing refreshments at a nursing home. By the age of 13 I was assisting with the care of my grandparents. I did my internship at the hospital when I was in high school and graduated with a dual diploma in allied health. I then went to work at the same nursing...
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 10 years experience providing exceptional care to children aged 0 - 12
Experience caring for young adult with special needs and at-risk children of all ages
Proficient in organizing daily schedules, including meals, school, and recreational activities
Employment History
Full-time In-Home nanny + special needs care for four...
Rebeca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rebecca was a fantastic sitter for us. Our sons are special needs and she showed them much love and patience. She was always on time, dependable, and respectful. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lyn. I am a mature gal who has spent my life caring for people, from mom of special needs children, to each of my elderly family members as they have faced the various challenges that come with aging. I cared for my mom and mother-in-law as they battled cancer, my father as he struggled with respiratory issues, and my...
Lyn can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"She is an excellent caregiver to my Mom. So lucky to find her!"
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi guys, I'm Taylor! I am so excited to meet yall and become part of the fam!
I have 10 years of childcare experience and 6 years of special needs training . I am highly experienced with infants & multiples .
I am now a mother of 11-month-old twin boys and a 2-year-old
I am available weekdays after 3 p.m.
For F- s/s...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My 12 y.o. dual-diagnosis son loves Taylor! She plays his favorite video games with him and listens to his special interests with genuine pleasure! Taylor is a rare gem! I really felt like I could relax and enjoy myself knowing that she understands our world....
Judy D.
Lyn S.
Whitsett, NC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver ~ 25+ Years Of Caring For People (babies To Elderly), Pets And Everything In Between
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My life has revolved around children, pets, the very old and very young, and all things living since I can remember. I have raised, nurtured, loved, taught, cherished and cared for people in all stages of life from infants to crazy old, and I've loved every bit of it. I grew up in a home raising and caring for every domestic...
Lyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lyn is compassionate, professional and most importantly --so loving --in the way that she cares for our child with ASD. What a gift to find her!"
Jessica S.
5.0
(3)
Hello there, my name is Jamie. I am a pediatric occupational therapist assistant with 12 years clinical experience. During that time, I have delivered occupational therapy to typical children and children with special needs ages 3 months to 18 years old. I also have extensive experience as a full-time nanny for families in Lake...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jamie goes above and behind to treat every child like her own. My son has several extra needs and Jamie is always coming up with new ideas and ways to help him. My daughter is your typical 1.5 year old and never wants Jamie to leave. Jamie is 110% trustworthy and...
Ashlynn P.
Destiny D.
Greensboro, NC
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have worked in caregiving for a while. I've taken care of the elderly, children, special needs, and even the paralyzed. I am here for an experience and to help those in need. I enjoy what I do and is truly one of my passions to help people.
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation
Hi, My name is Sheila. I have been in Healthcare for 10+ years. I have worked with various populations, special needs, geriatric and pediatric. I held a CNA credential for 6 + years, the certification is no longer current as it I allowed it to expire as I pursued my career in Health Care Administration. However, I do have my EMT...
Sheila can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elon, NC
Amy B.
5.0
Amy was wonderful with our daughter! She was so helpful to us on many levels, but especially with developmental milestones and helping us learn as new parents. She was also amazing with our furry child, and was wonderful helping around the house. She loved our daughter like her own, and likewise,...
- Simone M.
Julie L.
5.0
Julie was my niece and nephew's babysitter. She is not only reliable but also very patient and action oriented. She puts the kids to do tasks and engage in activities, art, sports, indoor and outdoor. She cares deeply about the kids she looks after and becomes just another family member.
- Yara A.
Alex A.
5.0
Alex did an amazing job with my 5 year old son. She was able to come on relatively short notice. He woke up the next morning and said that he missed her...that meant a lot :-). He's looking forward to "playing" with her again soon!
- Monica S.
Lieben M.
5.0
Lieben cared for our son who was severely disabled and medically fragile. Lieben was patient, compassionate and helped our son safely integrate into the community through volunteer work and participating in hobbies.
- Care member
Rebeca C.
5.0
We were grateful to have Rebeca return to us for a second time to help care for my young adult daughter who has a cognitive disability. Rebeca didn't "take care of" my daughter but assisted her to be more independent in her own care. Rebeca was more a friend while making certain safety, personal and...
- Care member
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