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Victoria M.


Knoxville, TN

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Creativity Is The Best Way To Solve Most Upsets Or Boredoms

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Hello! My name is Tori. I have worked with kids since late middle school and early high-school. I have been a sitter for the equivalentof 6 years (baby sitter, pets and house. Growing up, my older sister had a learning disability and I have worked with kids with various special needs, so I am no stranger in that area. Crafts,...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Jaimee L.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny/ Family Assistant/ Home Organizer

Hi families! I'm Jaimee, I'm 27 and I'm a nanny, family assistant and home organizer. I have letters of recommendation as well as references separately for each of these services that I am happy to provide. I have reliable transportation, experience working with churches, a preschool, and a healthcare agency for a child with...
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Alexandra A.


Farragut, TN

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

RETIRED NURSE OFFERING NON MEDICAL CARE-GIVING IN FARRAGUT.

Retired nurse, ( Texas women's University), offering non-medical care-giving at home in the Farragut area. I am new to Knoxville, single with no children. I love books, hikes in nature and classical music. I speak French and German. I also have extensive experience working with special needs people in community settings,...
Alexandra can also help with: Personal care, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning
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"Alexandra is so caring and compassionate. She is selfless when it comes to caregiving and forms long lasting connections. She is dependable and responsible and knows how to respond in a wide range of situations. "

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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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Regan W.


Powell, TN

$15-17/hr3 yrs exp

Looking For A Summer Position That Is Flexible For One-Time Gigs Working With Infants.

I am 20 years old and currently attending the University of Tennessee Knoxville. I am obtaining a bachelors in Therapeutic Recreation with a minor is Nutrition and Physical Activity. I have 3 years experience working with infants-6-year-olds, and I also have experience working with special needs children. I am looking for an...
Regan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have lots of experience in ABA Therapy as an RBT in Phoenix, Arizona before I moved to Knoxville. I worked with 2-year-old twins and a 3 (now 4) year old all diagnosed with ASD. See my sitter profile for more info! I would love to work with your loved one of any age!
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Luna S.


Farragut, TN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

Hi! My name is Luna. I am applying in your family as Nanny. I was a Special Care Nanny in Singapore for 28 years. I had worked with a boy from age 7 to up to 35 years old who is suffering from epilepsy, which cause the delayed in speech and challenging behavior. In those years I've successfully teach him to talk, and most of...
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Cassie L.


Knoxville, TN

$14-30/hr5 yrs exp

Positivity Believer And Creativity Maker

As a school psychologist, I have worked collaboratively with diverse populations of families and educators. I constantly use my counseling and education training to improve student outcomes, primarily through collaboration with parents and teachers. Every day is an opportunity for children to grow, and every day I will respect,...
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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...
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Tiffany S.


Powell, TN

$14-19/hr

Special Needs Mama And Special Needs Myself

I am the mama to a special needs 13-year-old son. He has ASD and ADHD. I myself have been diagnosed ADHD and anxiety. I have been a teaching assistant to the special needs department at Clinton High School and loved every minute of it. I cared for nonverbal children both in and out of the wheelchair. Managed personal care and...
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Wendy C.


Farragut, TN

$15-30/hr

Personal Helper/assistant - West Knoxville

I have not had any direct experience in assisting a person with special needs but I am sure I would learn quickly and be very useful if given the opportunity. I live in West Knoxville and am available any day any time. I'd love to come and help you with whatever needs done.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I just received a degree in special education from the University of Dayton. I have spent each semester during college observing, assisting, and student teaching in school settings containing students with mild to moderate disabilities. I am passionate about what I do because I find it fun and rewarding. Additionally, it has...

Anna F.


Knoxville, TN

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I graduated from college in 2019 with a degree in Special Education and a minor in Psychology. I have spent the last 5 years working as a special education teacher in Colorado. I am newly married and my husband and I just recently moved to Knoxville. I absolutely love spending time with kids, and I am looking to continue...
Skills:

First Aid

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