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Allyson C.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Very Experienced Babysitter!!

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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...
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kristen P.


Dandridge, TN

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

Welcome! Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Kristen. After moving to Tennessee, I decided to change careers. I spent several years in law enforcement serving my community. Prior to that, I attended nursing school and worked at a school for special needs children. I have lots of experience with people from all different walks of life. I am CPR certified and I...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Opal W.


Sevierville, TN

$15-26/hr4 yrs exp

Caretaker And Art Teacher.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years experience with kids at after school program. I've worked with kids with special needs for two years. I am a professional house keeper. I am really nice and love children and I'm a decent cook. I like babysitting and kids love me. :)
Opal can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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"We hired her for 4 hrs and in the 2 hrs we were out, her boyfriend calls numerous times while inviting him iver with my 8 yr old daughter without my permission. "

Stephanie P.

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Ireland E.


Seymour, TN

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giving And Tutoring Available

I am a licensed foster mom who has helped parent 22 kids and counting. Many of these children have special needs that can be either emotional, physical, cognitive, or behavioral. I am a licensed teacher that is taking a break from the traditional classroom setting to do this and grow my education. I am currently in the licensing...
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Jadyn M.


Corryton, TN

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jadyn and I am 22 years old. I have 3 years of daycare experience and 8 years of nanny/ babysitting experience. I work full time 3 days a week as a psych tech while attending school for forensic psych and criminal justice. That leaves my schedule fairly open for any babysitting needs in between! I would describe...
Jadyn can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, 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...
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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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Christina and I'm 34. I have a copy of a background check that was ran earlier this year for church. I have a 9-year-old son. I have worked in childcare since 2011. I worked a year overseas for the military child development center & multiple child care facilities. I love to sit in the floor with the kids and...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Olivia H.


Knoxville, TN

$14-49/hr2 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Olivia, I have two years experience as a babysitter and three years experience as a senior caregiver. I'm a trained EMT, I have my CPR cert and I'm trained in first aid. I love children and finding fun activities to do with them. I'm willing to provide transportation and as needed care. I have some experience with...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Veda S.


Knoxville, TN

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Motivated Student

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, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
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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