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Tess J.


Odenville, AL

$21/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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I started as a tutor, then taught in preschools for several years, and I've been in the nanny profession for over 17 years, with an overall carreer of over 37 years in early childhood. I have degrees in Early Childhood Education and Daycare Management, and studied some Developmental Psychology. My focus is infants-preschoolers,...
Tess can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"She truly loves the babies as her own."

Cathy P.

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Lashonda J.


Birmingham, AL

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have always liked working with individuals with special needs. I've supervised several group homes with Dungarvin and Arc of Jefferson County. I have also worked for 5 years with United Cerebral Palsy . My skills list include medication administration, CPR, First Aid, medical terminology and also training in teaching daily...
5.0
"LaShonda has been providing care for my adult son with physical disabilities. She is very attentive to details. She attends to his daily needs of bathing, dressing, transfers, as well as cooking and feeding. We are thankful we found her and for the care she...

Lauren W.

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Candice B.


Birmingham, AL

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced With A B.S. In Psychology, Looking To Help With Evening And Weekend Care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am fully COVID-19 vaccinated & plan to get all recommended boosters. I have been a full-time nanny in the past for a family with 4 children, ages 2-12, in which I cooked, cleaned, tutored and cared for their family dog. I also worked in a mental health facility for a year in which I cared for troubled youth of ages 8-14 with...
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Elizabeth R C.


Birmingham, AL

$13-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Am A Retired Special Education Aide. I Am Currently Taking Care Of Two Of My Grandsons. Their Ages

I have 25 plus years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I work with both special needs adults and children. I am currently taking care of two of my grandsons. Would really love a live- in type situation to help the family with their kids. I have references and tons of experience. Thank...
Elizabeth R can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Beth is completely comfortable with children of all ages and abilities. She was born to be a loving, caring nurturer. She has many, many years of experience working with children and has the biggest heart of anyone I've ever known! Beth is smart, capable, and...

Betsy M.

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Julie S.


Birmingham, AL

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love young children. Since moving back to Birmingham 7 years ago I became the lead infant teacher at a daycare in Vestavia. I was there for 3 years. I then became a nanny for a dentist. My family resided in Columbus, Ga for 13 years prior to my husband's job relocation here. I was a pre-K paraprofessional in a special needs...
Julie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Julie was great with my toddler son. She has great energy and confidence. My son was at ease quickly with her and I would highly recommend Julie to any of my parent friends in a heartbeat. "

Kassie Y.

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Hannah C.


Pelham, AL

$15-24/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hey My Name Is Hannah I Am A Student At Auburn!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children throughout my high school experience and college. That ranges from babysitting jobs to after school care through my high school. I have experience with special needs kids and worked in the warrior center and did a summer volunteer job at a center for special needs. I continued working with children...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jessica L.


Bessemer, AL

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am a loving and compassionate caregiver with 3 years experience. I am a godly woman who has a heart for the elderly. I have been a caregiver for four precious ladies during this time. I also have experience with individuals with special needs and dementia. Some skills of mine: -CPR training certified this year. -House...
Jessica can also help with: Errands, home modification, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kylie M.


Birmingham, AL

$20-50/hr • 16 yrs exp

Hello!

I have over a decade of experience with both nannying and babysitting. Since being a teenager I have naturally thrived in childcare. I think this is fueled by my fun and creative personality, matched with my nurturing instincts. Family pets are a bonus in my opinion. I have experience with special needs care as well. In my...
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Maryamber T.


Springville, AL

$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! I am a registered nurse in the Pediatric ICU with over 2 years. I am passionate about taking care of children inside & outside of the hospital setting!
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Sonia T.


Fairfield, AL

$25/hr • 20 yrs exp

Home Manager, Nanny

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children for more than 25 years. I am the mother of seven and the grandmother of 14 . I have been a foster parent for years. I have experience with special needs children. I finished college with a degree in childcare and have lots of love to give the child (children) in my care. I love the outdoors, music, and...
Sonia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Ilyasa C.


Fairfield, AL

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Care, You Care, About One Another

I have always been passionate about serving others with special needs. I love the uniqueness each person exhibits and how they welcome the warmness I bring. Besides parenting my own (now grown) child with special needs, I have been teaching special education, exclusively, for 4 years now.
Hello, I have experience working with different types of special needs including visual impaired students, Adhd, and developmentally delayed children. Special needs children are my favorite to work with because I find them to be the sweetest and most observant and intelligent children to be around.
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Kenyata S.


Birmingham, AL

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children of all ages for friends and family. I have experience with working with children with special needs. Currently I work in the homecare field. I'm a Certified Nurse Assistant/Certified Patient Care Tech, CPR trained. I was a babysitter for my neighbor for over a year. I begin caring for my...
Kenyata can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Angelica J.


Birmingham, AL

$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Educator/Caregiver

Hello, my name is Angelica. I have over 5 years of experience as an educator for children with special needs. I graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BA in Psychology. It is noteworthy to mention that I also completed coursework in the School of Education in the subjects of educational psychology, mathematical methods, and...
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Len M.


Springville, AL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for caring for others, particularly seniors. My skills in companionship, meal preparation, dressing assistance, transportation, . I have experience caring for special need persons for over 10 years. . His family suggested that these actions prolonged his life tremendously. In...
I'm responsible, dependable, patient, understanding, fun-loving, trustworthy, caring and reliable. When you leave your loved ones with me, I assure you-you will not have to worry, I can fit into any environment. My number one goal is to provide safety and a fun experience for your child. Growing up with a special needs sibling...
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Ilyasa C.


Fairfield, AL

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Specialist In Behavior Management

I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, a Masters in Secondary Education-English, and a Masters in Special Education with both general and adaptive certifications. I hold an Applied Behavior Analysis Grad Certificate and am TEFL/TOEFL certified. Besides having taught for 21 incredible years, I am also currently the...
Ilyasa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
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Lillian B.


Birmingham, AL

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

About Me!

I'd describe my personality as friendly, compassionate, and driven. I like working with kids because I grew up with younger siblings and I have always enjoyed being around the fun spirit that kids have. I'm looking for a job that is consistent, knowing what my weeks will look like ahead of time. I want a job where I can build...
Lillian can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
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Danielle B.


Birmingham, AL

$15-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

Nurturing Babysitter

I am a mom of two school aged boys and a 6-month-old daughter, before I was a parent I was consistently watching my nieces and nephews as well as my friends children. in high school I worked in my churches nursery regularly as well as babysitting so kids have always been apart of my life. I have experience with special needs...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Sophie S.


Birmingham, AL

$12-19/hr • 5 yrs exp

My Name Is Sophie! So Nice To Meet You!

Hi, my name is Sophie! I am 22-years-old and a recent graduate of Samford University as a Human Development and Family Science major. I am the oldest of 7 kids which means I basically have a lifetime of childcare experience! I started babysitting for neighbors when I was 13 and I have professional experience working as a nanny...
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leeds, AL

Tess J.

5.0

She truly loves the babies as her own.

- Cathy P.

Lashonda J.

5.0

LaShonda has been providing care for my adult son with physical disabilities. She is very attentive to details. She attends to his daily needs of bathing, dressing, transfers, as well as cooking and feeding. We are thankful we found her and for the care she provides. My son appreciates her care and...

- Lauren W.

Elizabeth R C.

5.0

Beth is completely comfortable with children of all ages and abilities. She was born to be a loving, caring nurturer. She has many, many years of experience working with children and has the biggest heart of anyone I've ever known! Beth is smart, capable, and would adapt to any situation. Some...

- Betsy M.

Julie S.

5.0

Julie was great with my toddler son. She has great energy and confidence. My son was at ease quickly with her and I would highly recommend Julie to any of my parent friends in a heartbeat.

- Kassie Y.

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