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Paxton H.


Greenwood, AR

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile! My husband and I recently relocated to Arkansas from out of state, and I would love to find a position as a nanny, mothers helper/assistant that would allow me to bring my sweet, almost 2-year-old daughter with me. I am also interested in as-needed babysitting gigs for date nights...
Paxton can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Abby P.


Fort Smith, AR

$11-15/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,...
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Teri J.


Fort Smith, AR

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother Looking For Extra Income

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years of experience in child care, as I am a mother. I have 8 years of experience in special needs, child development, and as a developmental specialist. I can help with travel, cleaning, and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Teri can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Teri is great with kids and animals! Very fun with lots of patience! My kids look forward to seeing her which has made date nights easier to schedule."

Andrea M.

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Gladis L.


Fort Smith, AR

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience providing personalized support to individuals with diverse needs. Skilled in creating a safe, nurturing environment and committed to promoting dignity, independence, and well-being.
5.0
"Gladis is an extremely caring person. She is dependable, trustworthy and a very good cook. When we hired Gladis to take care of our grandmother, our grandmother was very weak. She hardly ate. Gladis started feeding her " Ensure Plus" with a spoon. Our...

Evelin L.

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Amber K.


Fort Smith, AR

$13-16/hr10 yrs exp

CNA Looking

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a CNA for 15 years. I started in a facility working with special needs adults. I've done everything from facility work to home health. I've worked with Alzheimer's patients, mentally and physically handicapped and various age groups. I love what I do and enjoy helping those who can no longer help themselves.
Amber can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Veronica B.


Fort Smith, AR

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

special needs

Hi I'm Veronica. I would love the opportunity to provide care for you or your loved one. I have taken care of a special needs friend off and on since 1988 most recently for two months as live-in assistance. I am experienced working with Neurodivergent individuals-whom I adore. I have a private vehicle and I'm happy to help in...
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Summer B.


Poteau, OK

$15/hr8 yrs exp

My name is Summer. I am 34 years old. I am a mother to a non speaking 5-year-old little boy, so I have lots of personal experience with special needs kids! I enjoy doing several activities and try to be creative with new ideas depending on the types of things your child is into. I will treat your child with the same love and...
Summer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Emilie P.


Van Buren, AR

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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...
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.
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Tori M.


Fort Smith, AR

$11-20/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.
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Amber K.


Fort Smith, AR

$12-20/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny At Your Service

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a licensed CNA and also have my assistant teachers certification. I've worked with special needs adults and children for years. I worked with the Fort smith and Van Buren public schools as a special education paraprofessional and I loved it! Just looking to make some extra money on my down time, doing something I love.
Amber can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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