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Mackenzie D.


Johnson, AR

$14-20/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Mackenzie and I am a student at the University of Arkansas studying pediatric nursing. I have been working in childcare for 5 years in all different settings. I currently work part time as a teacher's aid at a school for children with special needs and have been babysitting for lots of families in between. I am...
Mackenzie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Heather F.


Rogers, AR

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time, Experienced Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I owned and operated a Christian preschool for 18 years. I worked in a Christian after school program for school aged children for nine years. I have three children of my own, ages 24, 21, and 19. I was formerly employed by Rogers Public Schools in a special needs classroom. Sadly I left the classroom after being injured on the...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Heather did a wonderful job watching our 2.5 year old daughter for a couple mornings while we visited Bentonville on vacation! Our daughter instantly warmed up to her and was smiling from ear to ear when we returned from our bike rides! Heather is experienced,...

April M.

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Crystal R.


Rogers, AR

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Crystal's Kiddo Care

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I choose to be a nanny because I love it. I'm comfortable caring for kids of all ages and love my interactions with kids. I treat them like human beings and not pests. I think it's important to nurture their curiosity and Individuality. I love getting outside with the kiddos. I'm reliable, trustworthy, and detail oriented. I...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Crystal is very sweet and did great with my boys. They loved playing with her and wanted her to come back. She was on time, professional, and responsive."

Nyetta A.

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Shayla J.


Fayetteville, AR

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Shayla! :) I have always been around/watched kids, whether it be cousins, nieces, nephews, kids of friends, etc. I'm currently First Aid & CPR certified. I have both nanny and babysitting experience with all ages, from infants to teens, as well as experience working with people with special needs. I'm an animal...
Shayla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"If I could give Shayla more stars I would! Our 18 month old absolutely adores Shayla and she feels like family. I hired her after a bad experience with a nanny because I wanted someone with a nurturing and loving presence who would be invested in their relationship...

Lydia C.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience. I am a Registered Behavior Technician. I have experience with children with disabilities and special needs.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Grace and I am in my last year as a student at the University of Arkansas. I have always loved kids and have been babysitting since I was 12 years old! It started with just my 3 younger siblings and started to progress to my sister friends and me being recommended to different family's. I currently work at Ernest Shepard...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have 11 years of experience in babysitting/nannying - I can provide references if needed! I have experience with newborns, special needs, and children in all age ranges. I am looking forward to taking care of your sweet babies! I am currently a doctoral student pursuing occupational therapy so my availability may change...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emily S.


Fayetteville, AR

$17-50/hr5 yrs exp

About Me!

My name is Emily! I'm a 24-year-old recent graduate from the University of Arkansas. I've had 5 years of paid experience working with kids of all ages, including time spent as a preschool teacher, as well as an adolescent behavioral therapist. I'm a practicing artists as well, so I really prioritize cultivating a fun, lively,...
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Nelly S.


Springdale, AR

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

I have been a caregiver for people with special needs since August 1998 in Louisiana. I relocated to Arkansas in June, last year. I am passionate about my job because I enjoy helping people with special needs achieve their goals. I enjoy their company also. I also like to work for the elderly. I have experience working with one...
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Sarah W.


Rogers, AR

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Is My Superpower And My Passion.

I am the best care for your child in the area! My confidence comes from 12 years of experience working with all ages of children at all ability levels. I have two years of experience in applied behavior analytics from working as a registered behavior technician. I recently moved here from from Florida where I worked at a...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kenzie, and I am currently a student at the University of Arkansa pursing a degree in nursing! I have six years of experience in childcare including nannying, babysitting, teaching swim lesson, and working at a daycare. I have experience working with kids of all ages along with special needs. I am First Aid...
Mackenzie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tamiana L.


Springdale, AR

$25-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, My Name Is Tamiana!

I get my skills from helping my parents raise five of my baby siblings. I'm very well versed in nurturing children from the infant stage to teenagers due to my upbringing as an older sister. I continued working with children in the church ministries and also scaled beyond that and stepped into the world of children with special...
Tamiana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Mackenzie R.


Fayetteville, AR

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Expert Care, Endless Fun

Hi! I'm Mackenzie and I'm so excited to meet you. Growing up I had a very special relationship with three of my babysitters who made a positive impact in my life. I'm currently attending the University of Arkansas where I'm pursuing a business degree with an entrepreneurial focus. My passion for working with children began when...
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Whitney F.


Springdale, AR

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/caregiver Availabe

I am currently a student and have a love for children of all ages. As I am currently studying to become a teacher, I am looking for as much experience and quality time with children that I can. I believe creativity and kindness are essential when interacting with children.
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Hope K.


Fayetteville, AR

$11-13/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I'm 19 and I'm a licensed cna and have a certification in infant and child CPR. I have my own reliable transportation, and I don't smoke or drink! (: I'd describe my personality as fun, gentle, and adventurous. I like working with kids because It's my passion! I am majoring in education and i'm a proud big sister to 7...
Hope can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Hannah S.


Fayetteville, AR

$17-29/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! My name is Hannah. I'm 24 and a student at the university. I have interned at an Elementary school and Wild About Learning Head Start school in Bentonville. I recently worked as an at home caregiver for an elderly woman for 3 years and I'm currently a special needs caregiver. I have previously had two courses of CPR and...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ashley R.


Rogers, AR

$18-26/hr1 yrs exp

Smile Maker !!!

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I am an RBT so I have experience working with children with special needs and I am extremely patient :)
Ashley can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning
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Ashley R.


Rogers, AR

$18/hr

Fun Loving Babysitter !!!

I am currently an RBT and have experience working with children with special needs ! I'm extremely patient and love making kids smile :)
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hello! My name is Hannah. I'm currently a student at the university of arkansas pursuing my bachelors in business marketing. I recently worked as an in home caregiver for an elderly woman for the last 3 years. I am currently working as a special needs caregiver!
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Tiffany B.


Fayetteville, AR

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiving

Hi! I'm Tiffany. I describe myself as outgoing, reliable, caring, and very compassionate. I love caregiving and truly enjoy what I do. Along with caregiving, I am happy to help with light housekeeping, bathing, meal prep, organization, groceries, errands, doctors' appointments etc.. I was with my first client for 6 years. I...
Tiffany can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Johnson, AR

Heather F.

5.0

She is hands down the luckiest hire we’ve had. She’s very good with kids and babies and has a very motherly touch with her child care. Amazing!

- Care member

Crystal R.

5.0

Crystal is very sweet and did great with my boys. They loved playing with her and wanted her to come back. She was on time, professional, and responsive.

- Nyetta A.

Shayla J.

5.0

If I could give Shayla more stars I would! Our 18 month old absolutely adores Shayla and she feels like family. I hired her after a bad experience with a nanny because I wanted someone with a nurturing and loving presence who would be invested in their relationship with my daughter, and that is...

- Lydia C.

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