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Daniela Z.


Loudon, TN

$15-23/hr2 yrs exp

Looking To Nanny, Babysit Or Tutor

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Hi all! I'm 24 and a full time Spanish teacher. I'm looking to pick up a family or two as a nanny or babysitter (I can also help with Spanish!) I have experience teaching and working with kids from Pre-K through high school. I do have some experience working in educational settings with children with special needs (mainly...
Daniela can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Melanie T.


Loudon, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I have 15 years of experience caring for children. I also have 4 years of experience caring for special needs children to age 16. Children are a precious gift from GOD. And what a gift that is! :) I'm a very honest, reliable, and respectful person. I am kind-hearted and energetic. And I enjoy helping others.
Melanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Heather B.


Lenoir City, TN

$23-26/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Heather, and I am so glad you have taken the time to look at my profile. In the nanny and childcare field, I have experience caring for newborn to 14-year-olds, multiples, special needs, and up to 8 children at a time. I have experience potty training, sleep training, homework help, and solid food training. I have...
Heather can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Heather was fantastic and I hope we have the opportunity for her to watch our son again! She instantly made us feel comfortable, was very communicative, and made sure each day was filled with fun and engaging activities."

Jamie K.

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Haley W.


Lenoir City, TN

$15-18/hr

Special Education Major Babysitter

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene. I have worked in many babysitting positions as well as special need classrooms.
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Rosita P.


Lenoir City, TN

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Rosita And I Want To Help Your Family!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work as healthcare technician/phlebotomy certified, and CBL certified as well. And I'm currently enrolled in school to become a future nurse. I have 4 years off experience as a nanny and 3 and half years as a day care teacher. (Plus 4months of experience with a 5-month-old baby! I absolutely loved taking care of her...
Rosita can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Bailey L.


Oak Ridge, TN

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Giver

Each Tuesday and Thursday I help out with the special needs class at my school. I also am in a club called "Friends for Friends" where am a "friend" to special needs children. I am extremely passionate about working with special needs kids. I have so much fun with them. I would love to do anything that helps provide care for a...
5.0
"The only reason we didn't hire Bailey at this time was we found someone else who was closer to M.'s school. Bailey came across as a very smart and caring person who would have been the right fit for our needs. She communicates well, she was punctual with her return...

Eb B.

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Samantha K.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Lifelong Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Since high school, I have been caring for children. I spent several years volunteering at a yearly daycare opportunity through my school as well as volunteering at a Vacation Bible School. I have also taken some classes on child care and development, including training in SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). I have worked at a...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"My wife and my kid love her. She comes 5 minutes before the appointment which makes it great to "handover". She gave my wife and my kid a ride to the hospital when he had an appointment."

Hussain R.

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Jeffrey B.


Oak Ridge, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Secure, Creative, Engaging

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hired by 10+ families in our community over the last 12 months. Offering a unique care experience with strong male character. I have a nurturing & peaceful presence which helps in deescalating big behaviors. Experience in special needs. Integrity, Positive, Caring, Engaging, Leader When you message, I will promptly return my...
Jeffrey can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jeff has been an incredibly thoughtful and communicative companion for my dad. He went above and beyond to make sure he understood our family’s needs and updated us after each visit. My dad was very appreciative of Jeff’s time and support during a tough time in his...

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Alexandra L.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Baby/House/Animal Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am certified in CPR for all ages and I have moderate experience with special needs children. I can cook meals well suited and nutritious for children and I am very neat and will clean dishes/messes made from cooking. I am very understanding and accommodating with dietary restrictions, as I have some myself! I like to stay...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alexandra is friendly and fun (but can be appropriately firm when needed). She's smart, kind, and the kids love her. I would highly recommend her!"

Aubrey M.

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Anna G.


Harriman, TN

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hey! My name is Anna. I currently am in the Radiology program at Roane State. I previously was a special needs day care assistant for about a year and I now work PRN at an intensive care house for special needs adults. I will be at school throughout the week through the summer but I will be available on the weekends.
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kaitlyn G.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm currently working on my masters in physician assistant studies. I'm BLS/ACLS certified. I've worked with kids of all ages and I am comfortable working with special needs. I also offer tutoring services in test prep for math/science subjects.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jessica E.


Farragut, TN

$15-42/hr9 yrs exp

Devoted Special Education Teacher And Care Provider

I've had the pleasure of teaching as a Special Education Support Teacher in an inclusive setting, working alongside general education te achers, and teaching in a self-contained Social Emotional Classroom. With over six years of experience as a Special Education Teacher in Illinois and Arizona, I have acquired the skills...
I'm a nurturing and experienced caregiver with a genuine passion for fostering children's growth and development. I have three years of experience as a babysitter, where I consistently received positive feedback from parents. My patient, calm, and friendly nature puts children and parents alike at ease. I believe in open and...
Andria can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Jaryn S.


Farragut, TN

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny With Autism Experience!

Hi there! My name is Jaryn (like Karen with a J) and I am an outgoing person with a passion for working with children. I bring unique experience to care. com as I have childcare experience working as a registered behavior technician. I have experience being a provider of play therapy, social skills development, and skill...
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Kati B.


Maryville, TN

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Miss Kati

I'm a reliable, fun, and patient grandma who loves caring for kids of all ages especially the younger ones. I have 30+ years of experience caring for children. My most recent nanny job was caring for a three and a half year old boy with autism and his younger sister. I am currently helping to raise my 4-year-old granddaughter.
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Mary C.


Knoxville, TN

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Caring Nurse/advocate For People With Special Needs

I'm a kind, fun loving stay at home mom of 2 boys. I'm also a registered nurse. Now that my boys are in school, I have more time to give to others. I have years of personal and professional experience helping and caring for children that have special needs. My 7-year-old son is on the autism spectrum. My nursing background...
Hello, I am a mother of two children, ages 5 and 7. My work schedule is from 8 a.m. to 2pm, because then I have to pick up my children from school. I am willing to help in many areas. I have experience in caring for adults, children and animals. Just write to me if you have any questions. I am a Christian person, very calm and...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a friendly and patient child care provider with four years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable care for their children. My background includes working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I'm comfortable following parents' preferred communication methods and...
Janessa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Natasha D.


Louisville, TN

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Natasha. I have been in the health care field for 10 to 15 years. I am CPR/First Aid trained with certification. It all started with my mothers parents then I started taking care of special needs adults and have been doing private care giving for families with parents with dementia Alzheimer's, and also just...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
I've worked with intellectually disabled individuals for a good part of my career. I've fallen in love with that part of my job! I can help with almost anything that's to do with their physical care needs and I can help with integration into the community by helping them get involved in things they enjoy! I can't wait to be the...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Loudon, TN

Heather B.

5.0

Heather is the cream of the crop when it comes to nannies! She is the best caregiver our family has ever had and we are so sad to no longer have her as our children's nanny, as she's become a part of the family. We are relocating, otherwise we'd want to have her stay with our family for years to...

- Liz M.

Bailey L.

5.0

The only reason we didn't hire Bailey at this time was we found someone else who was closer to M.'s school. Bailey came across as a very smart and caring person who would have been the right fit for our needs. She communicates well, she was punctual with her return calls and interview time. She even...

- Eb B.

Samantha K.

5.0

Sam is wonderful! My son loves her so much! He smiles when she gets to our house in the mornings and starts bouncing excitedly to see her! She's been so helpful to have around. She does a great job caring for my son and quickly learned to read his queues. Sam always arrives on time and gives plenty...

- Chloe S.

Jeffrey B.

5.0

Jeff has been an incredibly thoughtful and communicative companion for my dad. He went above and beyond to make sure he understood our family’s needs and updated us after each visit. My dad was very appreciative of Jeff’s time and support during a tough time in his life. Jeff not only talked with...

- Care member

Alexandra L.

5.0

Alexandra is friendly and fun (but can be appropriately firm when needed). She's smart, kind, and the kids love her. I would highly recommend her!

- Aubrey M.

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