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Olivia W.


Knoxville, TN

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

I Love Kids I'm A Cheerleader I Work At My Church Doing Childcare Every Sunday For The Past 3 Years

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I adore kids I have worked with kids since the age of 13 I am now 23 with a 5-month-old I have volunteered at my church doing childcare every Sunday for the past 4 years working with infants to elementary school. I also have worked with special needs kids for 2 years during my years in high school. I recently had to quit my...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Very Sweet girl! She was great with our kids! I Was very sad to leave this town and trust another person with my little ones Since she was so wonderful!"

Karen L.

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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, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & 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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Elizabeth B.


Powell, TN

$10-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello. I have over 25 years of professional childcare experience including special education instructor, Montessori assistant, nanny, in-home daycare provider, mother of two girls ages 10 and 8 to name a few. I am excited to find a family or two to work with in the knoxville area, preferably a long term position/part-time. At...
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Heather B.


Lenoir City, TN

$23-26/hr10 yrs exp

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, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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Madison C.


Powell, TN

$19-50/hr2 yrs exp

A Little About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Madison. I am currently a Restorative Assistant at Bearden middle school. Prior to that, I was a Registered Behavior Technician for kids with autism for about the last 1. 8 years! I have experience with special needs, infants, toddlers, and school age kids. I am CPR and first aid certified, and seizure training...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello! Let me relieve the pressure from you for a few hours and let me take care of your loved one who needs a special and loving care
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Karley M.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Reliable And Responsible

I am a CNA and CPR certfied. I'm very compassionate and patient. I have experience with multiple cases of special needs. I love to interact and make a difference. I am pro educational play! If you need my assistance please message me for my availability thanks! -Karley
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Keyera R.


Farragut, TN

$25-27/hr9 yrs exp

Hi! My name is keren and I am 22 I worked as a STNA then I worked as a behavioral advisor, and work with many disabilities. I love the job of helping and caring for people. My goal is to work with amazing individuals who need help and support. I'm in school to be a RN nurse right now and I graduated in 2027!
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lauren B.


Farragut, TN

$14-25/hr2 yrs exp

I Am An 18 Yr Old Girl Who Loves Children And Has Past Experience! I Have A Car And Drivers License!

I am a 20-year-old female nanny! I graduated high school in 2022. I was a full time nanny in 2023 for a year. I also volunteered at a preschool where my mom works throughout my high school years! I am looking for a full time job this year. I have experience working with special needs children! I love animals. I have a car and a...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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 have several years of experience with childcare. I also worked with college aged students with special needs.
Kellie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alana I.


Knoxville, TN

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Work In Knoxville Following Graduation!

Hello, I'm Alana! I am 21 years old and have just recently moved to Knoxville! I graduate undergrad in July of this year (2024) and will be attending law school in August of 2025. I'm looking for a part-time position for some or all of this year and into 2025. I am punctual, detail-oriented, compassionate, and creative. I am the...
Alana can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Mattie C.


Knoxville, TN

$11-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Mattie & I'm new to Sumter. I moved here in the middle of June to be with my partner who is stationed at Shaw AFB. I've worked with special needs now for about 6 years. I was a nanny to a young girl who had sensory issues & learning disabilities. I have also worked with individuals with Down syndrome, severe epilepsy,...
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Jennifer B.


Knoxville, TN

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Nanny Available

I am a very fun loving person with lots of experience to offer. Previous jobs I have held include camp counselor, live-in nanny, mother's helper, babysitter and personal assistant. One of my greatest joys in life is to help children embrace and develop their very own unique personalities. I have had the great pleasure of working...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Daisy P.


Oakdale, TN

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with people with disabilities for over 20 years. I have training in this field. I have my CPR and first aid updated annually
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Ashley L.


Powell, TN

$20/hr15 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Ashley and during the day I am a full time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant working in the school system with special needs, alternative behavior, and regular education students. I have been a therapist for 13 years and love what I do! I currently work with ages 3-22yrs old. I also have experience...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Leah H.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr

Fun Sitter With A Positive Attitude!

I have a 1 y/o nephew and a 5 y/o niece, and have also helped care for a child with cerebral palsy. I'm happy to help with pets. Willing to learn about how to care for any type of special needs. I do not have a car or a licence.
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Lydia H.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience working in a preschool with children between the ages of 2-5, and am currently employed at a local childrens academy where I primarily care for infants as young as six weeks up to toddler age. I also have 2+ years of paid experience teaching various community education classes to children ages...
Lydia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Emma N.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I have several years of experience with special needs kids. I have worked at an after school program with kids of all ages, ranging from newborn to age 12. Many of the kids had learning disabilities, autism, and downs syndrome. I am CPR, first aid, and AED certified.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oliver Springs, TN

Olivia W.

5.0

Very Sweet girl! She was great with our kids! I Was very sad to leave this town and trust another person with my little ones Since she was so wonderful!

- Karen L.

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.

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.

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