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Krystal N.


Harvest, AL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

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I honestly believe it's my life's purpose to provide the best care possible to others! I strive to live my life by the golden rule: Do unto others as you would them do unto you! I just try to put myself in my clients' shoes & treat them the best to my ability! I strive daily to put a smile on my clients' face, as I am a huge...
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5.0

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Worked with children with multiple different special needs over the years. I have also worked in senior care homes in a few capacities.
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Cristen J.


Toney, AL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Cristen! I've done it all from being a mom, myself, to infants, special needs, teaching, pediatric dentistry, private care, children of all ages. Since I've moved to Huntsville I've been blessed to have the very best of families. I have focused primarily on infant and toddler care. I am currently working and will...
Cristen can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Friendly, honest, and trustworthy. I leave my kids with her without hesitation "

Karin T.

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Shaddai T.


Huntsville, AL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Shaddai. I am a healthcare provider with years of experience. I love caring for people of all different backgrounds, ages and abilities. I have worked with patients with physical disabilities, mental impairments, trauma patients, and children doing extracurricular activities after school. I have been in the...
5.0
"She is hardworking and dependable. Did a great job cleaning!!"

Jonice J.

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Teressa B.


Madison, AL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Love Caring For Children And The Elderly

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 30 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Have raised 4 children of my own, had 8 foster children, and have helped to raise grandchildren and countless nieces and nephews. I have been trained in child psychology and have also worked with autistic and other special needs...
Teressa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Teressa is amazing! My children adore her, I will continue to request her anytime I need my kids cared for. The kiddos have asked multiple times when I am going to call her back over. Additionally, she was fantastic with my dogs. I highly recommended her if you are...

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Anna M.


Madison, AL

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a registered nurse in Brazil with a long experience and specializes with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, diabetics, dementia autism and others mental illness, I am currently a nurse assistant (CNA) and licensed Homecare aide (HCA), I have been working with the elderly and developing a good working dynamic with people with...
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Dani C.


Huntsville, AL

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Special Education Teacher

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

As a retired special needs teacher for 30 years, I've done a variety of housekeeping and pet care jobs both in Memphis and in Michigan. I am a mother of 3 adult children and grandmother of three; ages 14, 6 and 2. I've taught school K-12 in several Michigan school systems as well as residential programs for adjudicated youth....
Dani can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Dani was on time and instantly connected with my kids. She is a burst of energy and knows how to handle toddlers and listened to all the endless stories my nine year old had as well. Will 100% recommend her and use her again!"

Bella Christina O.

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Kendal S.


Madison, AL

$20-26/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am back in the Huntsville/Madison area permanently! Currently accepting new families for the morning (until 2 at latest) M-Th or any time Fri/Sat/Sun. I have been a caregiver for over 8 years now. I have experience caring for a wide variety of children ranging from special needs to foster children to newborns. I also worked...
Kendal can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Chassity D.


Madison, AL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Medical Assistant/Caregiver Ready To Serve You

10yrs in Medical Field as a Medical Assistant 7 years in Special Needs community and group home care settings 3 years in Senior In-Home Private care 4 years Teachers Assistant/Substitute Currently work for the City of Huntsville
Chassity can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Diana W.


Huntsville, AL

$14-49/hr

Special Needs

I have assisted family members over the years that have some needs. One of my children is ADHD and AUTISTIC as well. I've grown up helping care give since we were to poor to afford caregivers, I am not licensed however I am a quick learner and very honest with what I do not know. Please let me know how I can make your life...
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Gene Hans V.


Madison, AL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I am a certified special education teacher. I have a work with students with different disabilities. I am very patient, motivated and would go an extra mile. If you have any questions just send me a message.
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Ahmya L.


Huntsville, AL

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

I have been in childcare for about 3 years now. I have also worked with ages as young as 3 weeks old and as old as 12 years old. I am a courteous, upbeat, and happy individual. I have experience caring for kids with special needs, and I love working with kids of all ages. As someone who enjoys being outside, I am passionate...
Ahmya can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Shelby L.


Huntsville, AL

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Shelby, And I'm The Best You'll Ever Find At Rock, Paper, Scissors.

Hello! My name is Shelby, and I am guaranteed to put a smile on not only yours, but your cared for ones faces. I have many years of experience in special needs childcare, errands, and patience. I am a creative, explorative, and motivated person, so you'll always hear about all the learning and opportunities I've had. I have...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Maria P.


Madison, AL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Maria, proud and happy mother of two girls. I moved to the US 10 years ago along with my husband due to his retirement from military service. I have since attained my certification in early child care and pediatric CPR. I'm also certified to care for special needs children and have experience in doing so. I...
Skills:

CPR

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Julia F.


Madison, AL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

SPECIAL NEEDS CAREGIVER

Hi, I'm Judy a committed, responsible, creative, patient, kind and loving Care Provider who takes great pride in providing professional Special Needs Care to Children and Adults of all ages. I've acquired two years of Homeschooling Coach assistance for K12 programs. I hold a BA in Health Services and currently pursing my MBA in...
I have cared for children with special needs including ADHD, autism, sensory processing disorder (with feeding issues), connective tissue disorders, and global developmental delays. I have performed therapeutic activities and kept care logs. The special needs children I have worked with range in age from 1 to 7 years old. I have...
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Julia F.


Madison, AL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a former Educator with a medical background, I also have extensive experience as a Professional Nanny with special interest in Child Care including special needs care. For the past 12 years I have worked as a Nanny and Personal Care Provider. I am a very responsible, loving, caring dependable individual who take her work...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Chassity D.


Madison, AL

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Single Mom/Caregiver/Special Needs Specialist

Hi, my name is Chassity. I am a single mother of 2 (girl, boy). My daughter is in college; my son is in high school. I am currently working as a teachers aide/substitute for Madison City Schools. I previously worked in the medical field for 10 years. I have worked with special needs children and adults over the last 6 years. I...
Chassity can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Shelby L.


Huntsville, AL

$13-24/hr8 yrs exp

A Gentle, Kind Fit For You!

Hello! I'm a glass half full, positive, and patient person. I've been a caretaker my whole life, often involving young kids and teens. I grew up with medically fragile siblings, and have ranged experience. I often lived with my grandmother and helped her with her routines and errands. I am an organizer, understanding, and time...
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Marcy H.


Madison, AL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with medically fragile & special needs kids both in the school & home settings for a number of years.
Marcy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harvest, AL

Cristen J.

5.0

Cristen was our nanny from the time my son was 3 months until 16-17 months. She was truly an angel sent to us at the perfect time. Cristen stepped in and I immediately felt at ease. She was dependable, punctual, caring, and most of all loving. She was there for my little boy when I couldn’t be and...

- Jane-anne G.

Shaddai T.

5.0

She is hardworking and dependable. Did a great job cleaning!!

- Jonice J.

Teressa B.

5.0

Teressa is amazing! My children adore her, I will continue to request her anytime I need my kids cared for. The kiddos have asked multiple times when I am going to call her back over. Additionally, she was fantastic with my dogs. I highly recommended her if you are looking for a reliable, caring...

- Care member

Dani C.

5.0

Dani was on time and instantly connected with my kids. She is a burst of energy and knows how to handle toddlers and listened to all the endless stories my nine year old had as well. Will 100% recommend her and use her again!

- Bella Christina O.

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