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Kirstin H.


Kingston Springs, TN

$28-35/hr7 yrs exp

Pediatric Nurse

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I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I am very experienced with children with special needs, and learning delays. I love working with children. Anytime I try something else I always come back to working with kids, so I think this will be my forever path. I was homeschooled growing up...
Kirstin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ryan W.


Nashville, TN

$22-37/hr15 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for 15 years and have been nannying full-time for 8 years! In my years working in childcare I have worked with newborns, twins, kids of varying ages, and families with many different schedules and dynamics. I have also worked with children with special needs and care plans including premature...
Ryan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
5.0
"Ryan is fabulous. I'm so sad to be losing her due to a relocation, would hire again 110%!!!"

Nina F.

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Yasminh L.


Burns, TN

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Yasminh and I am a 24-year-old college student. I have 10 years of experience, starting when I was 14! It all started with my baby cousin, who was 1 at the time, all the way up until 2019. Between then, I would also take care of my little sister; she is hearing impaired so I have experience with special...
Yasminh can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Yasminh is very attentive and kind. My son loved her to pieces. My son is now 3 and she watched our son while both my husband and I had to work from home in the beginning of April to June. We unfortunately moved to a new location or else she'd still be with us. I...

Victoria M.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brooklynn and I've worked in childcare for about two years now. I have experience working as a nanny, preschool care provider, and with special needs children. I love working with kids because it fills my heart with a lot of joy and purpose.
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Alvie H.


Nashville, TN

$30-34/hr2 yrs exp

Absolutely! Here's a short bio for you: My name is Alvie. I am a passionate and driven individual with a strong background . With exceptional interpersonal skills and a dedication to personal and professional growth, I am committed to positively impacting their field.
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Amy G.


Nashville, TN

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been caring for children for over 20 years. I have assisted in raising my 2 step sons (who are now in their mid 20's) and also helped with my special needs nephew for over 12 years, and now I am the mother of a 7-year-old daughter. I am able to provide a safe, calming, nurturing and supportive environment. I love people...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I would describe my personality as calm, creative, & ambitious. I love working with kids because I think kids are just the best and you can learn so much from them. Although there can be challenges, every kid I've ever nannied I've loved being a part of their growing/learning process. I've worked with a wide variety of...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Paige W.


Nashville, TN

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Temporary Full-time/part-time Babysitter

Hi! I'm Paige and I am currently working as an Occupational Therapy Assistant at a hospital in Nashville but I am looking for a part time/after school nanny position. I have 10+ years of experience working with children and being a nanny. I am available anytime after 3 and am flexible with end times! I have experience with kids...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Callie D.


Nashville, TN

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker Experience

Hi, I'm Callie! I have 5+ years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities as well as extensive experience with animals (cats, dogs, horses, etc.). I can help with Travel, Errands, light housekeeping and basic schoolwork. I recently moved back to Tennessee, I have babysat for several families and worked with...
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Lily G.


Nashville, TN

$16/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Lily And I Am Looking For Babysitting Or Nannying Opportunities In Nashville.

I'd describe my personality as innovative, honest, compassionate. I like working with kids because they're encouraging! Kids are the most honest and authentic people. They're also so creative! I'm looking for a job that works well for both me and the families that I work with. I am a part time college student, so my schedule...
Lily can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
My little sister is hearing impaired and I understand how difficult it is to work around those certain needs these kids have. But we always find a way! Also I Can Provide Special Needs Care
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Callie D.


Nashville, TN

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Meet Callie!

Hi, I'm Callie! I have 5+ years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities as well as extensive experience with animals (cats, dogs, horses, etc.). I can help with Travel, Errands, light housekeeping and basic schoolwork. I have babysat for several families and worked with children and adults who have special...
Callie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Casey C.


Pegram, TN

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Early Childhood Teacher/Nanny CPR/First Aid Certified Flexible Hours

I have been a Preschool Teacher for 18 years and have over 30 years Nanny experience. I have First Aid/Safety Certification UTD. Certified Adult and Infant/Child CPR. I have experience with children of all ages. I also have experience with children with varying special/exceptional needs.
My name is Ryan W. I am 22 and I have been babysitting all ages from infants to preteens in the area for over 10 years now. I am patient and understanding and am a quick learner. I have some experience with children with ADD/ADHD, Autism Disorder, and high with feeding tubes. I love working with kids and and am hoping to extend...
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Coryn G.


Nashville, TN

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Smile Machine!

I just recently graduated with a bachelors of social work and I am an advocate for children with special needs. I have a unique laugh and love to be outside. I have been a camp counselor several times, I have been an after school manager, and I have worked in a preschool for children with autism. I am currently a behavioral...
I have been an OT for 25+ years. I have coached various sports including gymnastics, basketball and volleyball. Outdoor activities are my passion- gotta stay active and keep moving !! Of course as an OT, I love crafts and tabletop activities to improve upper extremity function especially hand function. As a provider, it is...

Kelly P.


Fairview, TN

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Speical Needs Young And Elderly - Degree In Occupational Therapist Asst

I have over 10 years of caring for they Aging population and special needs as an Occupational Therapist Asst. 5 years as a private caregiver before schooling. I have worked with multiple diagnosis- stroke, dementia, Alzheimers, CP, autism, sensory disorders, just to name a few. I have certifications in Aging in Place, Fall...
Kelly can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, errands, personal care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Kelly helped to take care of my elderly mother on a regular basis. Kelly, is very knowledgeable and was a wonderful help. My mother has dementia and Kelly was great with all the help. She was an amazing patient advovate and knew what to look for at the facility to...

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Christina G.


Nashville, TN

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable And Nurturing

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been in childcare for over 4 years! I am reliable, responsible, and patient. I have experience with newborns, elementary, and special needs! Let me know if you would like to chat, I can send you my references. I am currently leaving a job for a family with 3 kids and would be happy to give you their number as a...
Christina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"If I would say anything about Christina it is that she is totally reliable. She shows up on time and, in six months, she hardly missed a day. She was so good with our newborn, M, who was a preemie when Christina first started keeping her. She went through all the...

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the summer, I volunteer at a camp for young adults with Down Syndrome. Beginning in high school and continuing throughout college, I have been involved with kids. Currently, I work at a school with students that are blind or deaf. I love advocating and working with people with disabilities! I look forward to hearing from...
5.0
"Mackenzie exceeded all our expectations this summer. I can't thank her enough for all she did while taking care of our special needs son."

Tom N.

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Paulette P.


Nashville, TN

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting little cousins and family friends since I was 13. As well, I care took for a guy with special needs for a little over a year and worked at a summer camp for people with special needs for 6 years. (So I've repeated safety trainings multiple times to the point of teaching others to get them safety certified...
Paulette can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Polly was amazing! She took care of my 3.5 month old baby boy and was absolutely wonderful with him. I work long hours as a nurse and Polly would send me pictures and messages to keep me updated throughout the days. I would highly recommend her to anyone!"

Stephanie W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kingston Springs, TN

Ryan W.

5.0

Ryan is fabulous. I'm so sad to be losing her due to a relocation, would hire again 110%!!!

- Nina F.

Yasminh L.

5.0

Yasminh is very attentive and kind. My son loved her to pieces. My son is now 3 and she watched our son while both my husband and I had to work from home in the beginning of April to June. We unfortunately moved to a new location or else she'd still be with us. I highly recommend her!

- Victoria M.

Kelly P.

5.0

Kelly watch’s over my grandfather on a regular basis. She is a fantastic communicator and you can tell she genuinely loves to spend time with him. She is a great companion and has appropriate tasks for him to do. She pushes him and makes him laugh and I can tell he’s a lot happier. She knows what to...

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Christina G.

5.0

Can't recommend Christina enough! My 8 month old smiled every time she came through the door. She's extremely reliable and took the best care of my little one.

- Alyssa M.

Mackenzie C.

5.0

Mackenzie exceeded all our expectations this summer. I can't thank her enough for all she did while taking care of our special needs son.

- Tom N.

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