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Nicole C.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr

Part Time Care Giver: Weekends ONLY, Some Care In Evenings IF NEEDED

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I am currently a graduate student studying to become a speech-language pathologist. I have had experience working with children of various needs including but not limited to ASD, down syndrome, CP, and cognitive impairments. I have had experience within a school setting as well as camp based settings for children with special...
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Allyson C.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Very Experienced Babysitter!!

Hi my name is Ally and I am an upcoming junior at the University of Tennessee in the nursing school. I am going to home for the summer from college and am hoping to find a nannying job. I have five years of experiences with children from ages 5 mos and up, I also have a lot of experience with children who have special needs. I...
Allyson can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Cheyenne D.


Knoxville, TN

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

Bachelors degree in Child and Family Studies, graduated in 2018 from University of Tennessee-Chattanooga. Infant and child CPR and first aid certified. RBT certification. Experience with special needs children. Currently obtaining a masters degree in ABA therapy.
Cheyenne can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

My name is Michaela , I al originally from South Carolina. I have worked with people who have a disability since I was in the 4th grade I am now 21. I started with cheerleading just helping out with the special needs team, and fell in love with it which made my continue doing what I love. Going into middle school and high school...
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Macey P.


Knoxville, TN

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

Hello! I have recently taught special education at the elementary level. I have 1. 5 years of experience teaching in a self-contained classroom, but 5+ years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I would love to narrow my focus to one or two individuals in the home setting being a caretaker. I am looking for...
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Karenza K.


Sevierville, TN

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Worker From NY-Good Work Ethic And Attentive

Hi Guys! My name is Karenza. I have been working with Special needs for about 5 years. I started in NY, and Loved the field. I work with an Array of different clients from Parkinson's Disease to Muscular Dystrophy, I have experience and confidence in a wide array of skills. I am First Aide Trained, Hoyer Lift Trained, CPR...
I used to babysit my old neighbor's child. We had fun watching TV and playing with toys. I am also willing to help tutor the children with homework especially math or science. Haven't done much child care in a long time, but want to be able to help others. Dealing with the challenges of learning new ways of learning and life...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lydia A.


Maryville, TN

$10-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I have extensive experience with children of every age. I have 6 years of professional childcare experience through environmental education programs - such as summer camps, zoo children's programs, and national parks school programs! I have firsthand experience with children with special needs (my little brother is on...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Wendy V.


Dandridge, TN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Teacher - Looking For Full Time Nanny Position

I have over 30 years experience working with children and am looking to provide care for a family in the child's home. Willing to discuss a varied schedule that allows for vacation time during the year. I am certified to teach special needs children ages birth to age 18 and also have experience working with typically developing...
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Meg G.


Knoxville, TN

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child And Pet Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Meg! I moved to Knoxville from Maryland in 2016 to attend school at UTK. I've since graduated and am job searching right now. I'd love to find some one time babysitting gigs or temporary positions until I've secured a job. I have experience watching children ages 3 months up to 13 years including some experience in...
Meg can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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Holly F.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

I have just graduated from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and received a passing score on my NBCOT board exam. I am extremely passionate about helping people and caring for those who have different needs and unique minds. I loved my clinical experience providing occupational therapy for pediatrics who...
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Mary T.


Knoxville, TN

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Elementary School Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a recently retired Knox County teacher with over 20 years of experience. I have raised 3 children and (currently) have 3 young grandchildren, one of whom is special needs. I enjoy all ages, but have a particular fondness for 6-12-year-olds. I would be happy to nanny one child or a family with a range of ages. In...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
As a social work major, I have education of child/adolescent development. Last semester I had an internship with children 2-18 caring for various needs. I would love to support your children/adolescents in anyway your family needs!
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Emerson W.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter For Any Age Range!

Ever since I can remember, I've always found joy in being around kids, and that natural connection led me to become a caregiver. I'm Emerson, a sophomore at the University of Tennessee studying marketing and event planning & design. Originally from Annapolis, Maryland, I've been babysitting since I was 15, with a mix of...
Emerson can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Mary A L.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr4 yrs exp

A dedicated and compassionate nanny with four years of experience providing care to children, including those with special needs. I have experience in medication management, and I am committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children under my care. Currently a third year nursing student at UTK. CPR and First-Aid...
Mary A can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Veda S.


Knoxville, TN

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Motivated Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked with special needs children and get along with everybody I've ever worked with. I am very active and can help with fun activities where we are up and moving! I love to sing and play piano which is another thing I enjoy doing with the kids I am babysitting. I have lived with and loved pets my whole life, so I am...
Veda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Andrea F.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Previous Educator Of Children With Special Needs For More Than A Decade

I have been involved with children for more than 20 years. I have taught high school students with behavioral conditions. I have also worked with children with severe medical, physical, and emotional needs. I have been trained in CPR and first aid for almost equally as long. I have a PhD in Education, and am highly qualified to...
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Emma B.


Knoxville, TN

$25-40/hr4 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I am in my sixth year working in special education. I currently teach a self contained classroom for students with autism, but have previously worked in behavior support roles in classrooms. I enjoy bridging academic skill practice with functional life skills through different activities based on preferred activities. Since I am...
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Caitlin L.


Knoxville, TN

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have varied experience working with children with both developmental and physical special needs. I've worked both in the public, community, and private homes doing this work and have excellent references available upon request!
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Renee F.


Rockford, TN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Renee. I have cared for my own daughter who has special needs for 6 years. I'm good with crafts, meal prep, changing, swimming, pets (used to live in a house with 5 cats, and 1 dog!), and more! I also have reliable transportation and do not smoke.
Renee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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