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Special needs caregivers in Mount Washington, KY

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Carmyn P.


Louisville, KY

$12/hr6 yrs exp

Can't Wait To Meet You!

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of three children (2, 7, & 8). I have been a teacher for the past 6 years and have experience teaching elementary, middle, and special needs students. I also have experience working in our church nursery. I absolutely love kids and I believe that family is so important. Can't wait to meet you and your little!
Carmyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Billygene T.


Louisville, KY

$17-26/hr1 yrs exp

ECE Instructional Assistant

I work throughout the school year as a Exceptional Child Instructional Assistant mainly servicing students with ADHD, Autism, and behavioral disorders.
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Morgan L.


Louisville, KY

$13-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

As a registered nurse, I have cared for patients of all ages. I spent a lot of time in my college years caring for those with special needs for service hours for my sorority's philanthropy. I enjoy helping others. I am looking for a part time position for the days I have off from the hospital.
Hi my name is Shaney. I work currently as a developmental therapist in Louisville. I enjoy working with both special needs kiddos and typical developing. I have a masters in Montessori education and a bachelors in IECE. I am CPR trained for both adults and infant/child. I also carry a life vac in my car at all times just in...
Shaney can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Montgomery A.


Louisville, KY

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Dr. Monte

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Great guy who is Fun, Caring available to help your family! I have years of experience and I am looking for some part time work as I have some extra free time. I have raised 4 of my own children to adulthood and now I am available to you! I have a son with autism, I have worked in a group home and have all kinds of experience...
5.0
"Mr. Monty was a loved student assistant to my autistic 12 year old. Everyone at the center loved working with him. He took a special interest in the areas that interested my son so they were buddies from the first week. The rapport he built with my son was...

Patricia R.

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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$14-19/hr14 yrs exp

Vet Nanny

Hired by 52 families in your neighborhood

Hello to All, My name is Keshia. Born and raised in Louisville, KY. I left recently for four years and just to live in Miami, FL where I was a nanny for celebrities/ high profile clients. I became a caregiver at as child as I'am the eldest of six kids. In 2008 and 2009, my freshman and sophomore year in college I was a note...
Lakeshia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Lakeshia was very friendly and followed the sleeping routine very nicely."

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Katelyn S.


Louisville, KY

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! Here is just a little bit about myself to help you get to know me better. I am currently a Family Case Manager and a part time server. I attend Sullivan University online and am in the process of finishing my Bachelors Degree in Social Work. I have two younger siblings that I have helped to care for since I was 10...
Katelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We had Katelyn as a nanny from 2019-2021 and she was amazing with our two children. She did everything we asked plus some and was nothing but respectful and very communicable. I would highly recommend Katelyn to anyone who is looking for a sitter for younger...

Kelsey C.

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Crystal D.


Taylorsville, KY

$19-23/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

I do cls/respite I also have dsp experience. I have several years working with people whom have disabilities. Caring for special needs. Is my compassion. Located in Shelby county can do surrounding counties
Crystal can also help with: Respite care, personal care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"She is very patient and caring working with Intellectual needs individuals, she is very family oriented and does so many neat and fun activities, she is a crafty person and likes to make deserts and cakes and treats for her loved ones. She enjoys family outings and...

Karen D.

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Danielle K.


Louisville, KY

$15/hr4 yrs exp

I Have Always Enjoyed Taking Care Of Children. I Love Karaoke, Silly Dancing And Watching Movies

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Danielle, I am a recent a college graduate at Berea College. I want to be a Child Psychologist when complete my undergraduate. Currently looking for jobs that will help me grow my skills while I finish college. I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Grocery Shopping. I am...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"We recently had the pleasure of hiring an outstanding babysitter, and we couldn't be happier with the exceptional care and attention she provided to our children. From the moment we met her, we could sense her genuine warmth and enthusiasm for working with kids....

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Shaneka H.


Louisville, KY

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Helping Hands, Private Duty, and Caring For Kids.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I have experience with children 8 years and two years with special needs and brain injury clients. I'm currently still doing private duty caregiving of 15years . I love that I have a big heart to where I can help take care of anyone in my community. I have 2 kids of my own that I raised that's now grown. I was the family's...
Shaneka can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is a very caring, dependable, and trustworthy woman."

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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Before attending IUS, I attended WKU in Bowling Green, KY. I was a tutor for student disabilities for two years and loved it!!!
5.0
"Keshia worked with our family for a few months helping us take care of our 8-year-old child who is in the autistic spectrum. She was wonderful with him. She is very sweet, honest, and always on time. "

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Candy M.


Louisville, KY

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA For Special Needs Medical & Mental Health

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Vaccinated :) I have been a CNA for over 16 years. I worked at a daytime facility for special needs adults and I have worked with special needs children and adults. I currently work for a Very well respected company on a Crisis Team for Children in Mental Health Crisis. I have experience with Children on the Spectrum...
5.0
"She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day."

Christina B.

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Shaneka H.


Louisville, KY

$23/hr10 yrs exp

NeNe Caring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I have experience with child care 8 years in two years with special needs and brain injury clients. And I am currently still doing private caregiving . I love that I have a big heart to where I can help take care of anyone in my community. I also have two kids of my own that I raised That's is now grown. And I was the...
Shaneka can also help with: Meal prep, visiting nurse, personal care, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Shaneka is a great caregiver , she goes above and beyond for families. I will recommend her always l."

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Mofoluwaso A.


Louisville, KY

$15-24/hr8 yrs exp

CHILDCARE.

3.7

(9)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Mofoluwaso also known as Janet. I'm a nurse/ midwife with an experience of over a decade caring for children at any age you can think of. Caring is my passion. I can care for your newborn, infants, toddlers, school age children and so on. I do special needs care as well. I am a Christian and a mother too. I...
Mofoluwaso can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mofoluwaso was such a gem to find! I needed to hire her for a day when my daughter's day care was closed and I knew in the first phone interview my daughter would be in great hands. She is so warm and loving and was incredibly flexible with my changing work...

Laura O.

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Cady R.


Louisville, KY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For Part-Time Or Full-Time Position

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I have 12 years of experience as a nanny/housekeeper. I have cared for a wide range of ages from newborn to teenage and also with special needs children. I have been CPR certified, have my own transportation, am a non smoker and am comfortable with pets. I'm comfortable with doing all housekeeping, dishes, laundry, running...
Cady can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Cady is amazing, and our family adores her. The only reason we can't still use her is that I quit my full time job. She does everything for us - big and small. She runs errands, helps with the house, does all the laundry, takes care of the dogs, PLUS transports...

Celia C.

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Dnisha C.


Louisville, KY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs/ESL/Average Childcare Professional

Hello my name is Dee. With 14+ years of experience, the majority of which catering to children with special needs, I have developed extensive knowledge in the diagnosis and care of major and minor disabilities. Being highly adaptable and flexible I have enjoyed the opportunity of working with a diverse group of children,...
5.0
"Dee is AMAZING!! Both of my children are obsessed with her. My daughter requests some playtime with her everyday. Even though my daughter is not formally the child she is supposed to care for, Dee plays with her happily! My 8 month old son who honestly doesn't like...

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Torri T.


Louisville, KY

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm available immediately! I've been an in-home nanny and "mother's helper" for two years with the same family, carin for an infant and now 2. 5-year-old. I have also previously been a nanny, house cleaner and in-home caregiver for the elderly. I've worked with babies and young kids for 5 years, and I also have experience with...
Torri can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"You'll be so glad if you hire her! Torri "Aidyn" has worked for us for two years, providing full and part time child care & housekeeping. She is a dream come true. She is wonderful with the kids, and able to follow very detailed rules about schedules, activities...

Kaitlyn G.

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Mariah C.


Louisville, KY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Patient & Caring College Student!

I have worked with special needs children and adults for about 5 years now. Both professionally and personally. I have a love for those with special needs and I am currently in school to be a special needs therapist!
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia
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Leslie M.


Louisville, KY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am a certified nurse assistant I've been working for 34 years in the nursing field providing love Companion Care for the elderly and special needs in their home and hospitals and Facilities it's a joy to be a help to someone in need as well as comfort for the family knowing that their loved ones are in good hands this is a...
Leslie can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Melissa E.


Louisville, KY

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Occupational Therapy Practitioner

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have taken great care of several family members and close friends diagnosed with various stages of dementia, different forms of cancer, as well as diabetes. I am passionate about what I do because I know what it is like to have to depend on someone for all your needs, and trust, compassion, and integrity are all of critical...
Melissa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Melissa is an excellent caregiver. She is trustworthy, dependable, compassionate, professional, and personable. She has great attention to detail, maintaining safety, hygiene, and providing companionship. I highly recommend Melissa."

Patty C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mount Washington, KY

Montgomery A.

5.0

Mr. Monty was a loved student assistant to my autistic 12 year old. Everyone at the center loved working with him. He took a special interest in the areas that interested my son so they were buddies from the first week. The rapport he built with my son was incredible.

- Patricia R.

Lakeshia W.

5.0

Lakeshia was very friendly and followed the sleeping routine very nicely.

- Care member

Katelyn S.

5.0

Katelyn was a babysitter for us from 2016-2019 before she moved away. She watched our two children both at our home and at her own home along with taking care of our pets when we would go out of town. She has such a kind heart and our kids have grown to love her. She simply became like a member of...

- Michaela W.

Crystal D.

5.0

Extremely dependable. Very caring! Crystal is an amazing caregiver! She watched my special needs adult daughter for many years! We had to part ways because Crystal moved an hour away. Crystal still will call just to talk My daughter!

- Care member

Danielle K.

5.0

Wonderful caretaker, she has taken care of my son since he was around 10 months old. She was always willing to help out, and did above and beyond for him in every way. She treated him like her own without crossing boundaries. Love Danielle!

- Care member

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