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Abby P.


Fort Smith, AR

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Part Time Care Provider

Hello all! I am currently a pre-k Special Education teacher in the Van Buren School District. I graduated from Missouri State University with my bachelor's degree in Special Education and a minor in American Sign Language. I have worked with children since I was 17 years old, including working at two different daycares,...
I've been in the home healthcare field for 5 years. I've worked with many clients who've had cerebral palsy, autism, diabetes etc. I love helping those in need because it makes me smile knowing I can make someone else's life easier.

Tori M.


Fort Smith, AR

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'm 26, I've worked with special needs children and ages from newborn to teenager. I've worked as a preschool teacher and I've taken multiple child development classes and seminars. I am first aide and CPR certified.
Hello I'm Emilie. I have been around special needs children since I was 8 years old . My brother was born with adhd , autism , depression, sensory disorder . And more . I was also a nanny for a 4-year-old who had odd and among other things . I have a caring patient heart and love working with children I am CPR trained, first...

Makayla B.


Alma, AR

$13-26/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood

I am 29 years old! I have been a nanny since 2012 and working with children since 2007. I am a mom to two wonderful girls and have reliable transportation. I have worked in the foster care homes in Idaho, the school district and with many kids with Autism and Special Needs. In Colorado I was ranked as one of the top Nanny's in...
Makayla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Makayla is an absolute gem. My kids love her and always have a blast when she's around. She is a parent's dream, and I never worried when she was in charge. I'd recommend her 100% of the time! Her heart truly is for the kids."

Caitlan W.

Julieah E.


Alma, AR

$13-25/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Life Skills Case Manager

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Julieah, however I go by Leah. I am 38 years old. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in human development. Upon graduating with my bachelors in 2008 I have worked with I/DD adolescents and adults in treatment facilities, and in the community. I was a case manager, recreational assistant, and...
5.0
"Julieah was always on time, always professional, and ready to work. She treated my child with compassion and dignity. She was very easy for the whole family to be around."

Elizabeth N.

Makayla B.


Alma, AR

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Amazing Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience working with children with special needs! I have spent a lot of time working with kids with autism! My long term goal is to become a registered behavior technician. I have been working with special needs since 2017, I've been a paraprofessional in the school district. I have worked with autism, CP,...

Makayla B.


Alma, AR

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Loving, Kind, Patient And Gentle Caregiver

Hello! I love working with the elderly! I currently just got hired so I am in the process of working towards my HCA license then to get my CNA license. I have been a nanny for the past 5 year and working with kids and elderly for 11 years. I have spent a lot of time volunteering in Nursing Homes! In 2012 I won an Award from...
Makayla can also help with: Personal care

Gracy F.


Greenwood, AR

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Care

I worked as a direct care aide at Brownwood Life Care Center for a couple years and I've worked over a year at Home Instead Senior Care. From special needs to dementia care, house cleaning and bathing, I am confidently competent!
Gracy can also help with: Transportation, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

Tyann B.


Spiro, OK

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

My Name Is Tyann And I Absolutely Love Working With Kids Of All Ages. CPR Certified

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Ty, I am 22 years old, I have worked with children and infants since I was 14 years old. I have worked in several different daycares/ in home nanny services and nursing home facilities. I am CPR certified, I have a completely clean record, a reliable source of transportation (with AC), and I have taken several...
Tyann can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

Ebony L.


Muldrow, OK

$11-21/hr10 yrs exp

Educational Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am also a certified foster parent as well as a para professional for special needs children and I have work within the school system as well. I'd describe my personality as caring yet educationally goal oriented. I like working with kids because it makes me happy to see the parents as well as the children on the same...
Ebony can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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