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What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Paradis, LA

Kim is wonderful and goes above and beyond with everything we've needed from her. Could not recommend more highly.

Review for Kim S. by Lauren B.

She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player.

Review for Escalither C. by Shen J.

Karen was great. Though her hours didn't work out for what we needed, she still wanted to meet with me and discuss the job and offer he

Review for Karen V. by Terra J.

Special needs caregivers in Paradis, LA

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Amber C.


Paradis, LA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

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I have experience in taking care of those with severe disabilities. From seizures to spinal cord injuries.
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Chiquita M.


Hahnville, LA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started working with the St. Charles Parish schools working with the special needs Children for four years. From there with the Arc of St. Charles. working with the disability adult and senior. working Provide service to the mentally challenge children and adult of all age.
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Kim S.


Metairie, LA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 9 years of experience working at Magnolia community services with special needs individuals (with both physical and mental disabilities). My class was mainly compromised of the older population. The focus of the class was helping and assisting each individual with daily needs of life. I have also worked for several...
Kim can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Kim is wonderful and goes above and beyond with everything we've needed from her. Could not recommend more highly."

Lauren B.

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Escalither C.


Westwego, LA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional/ Caregiver

I been a caregiver for 17 years I worked with different age group spots from teenagers to Seniors. I enjoy helping and assisting others. I have a passion for it. I assist in medication reminder, grooming, oral care, hygiene, bathing, incontinence care, preparations of meals, companionship, transportation to grocery store and...
Escalither can also help with: Home modification, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player."

Shen J.

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Dayna S.


New Orleans, LA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist Looking For Part-time Work As A Caregiver

I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc. I genuinely love to help other...
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Claire S.


Kenner, LA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Care Taker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced in hospitality and medical industry, I am pro-active and efficient. Polyglot. Background check available.
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Karen V.


Westwego, LA

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work with special needs kid during the day as a fulltime Teacher's Assistant. I do classroom management and help students to complete assignments.
Karen can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Karen was great. Though her hours didn't work out for what we needed, she still wanted to meet with me and discuss the job and offer he services in the event she could help out."

Terra J.

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Isabella T.


Metairie, LA

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name's Izzy. I have many years of experience with children. I used to work after care at Country Day with the 1-4-year-olds. I was a nanny for a family for 2 years, a teenager, a 3-year-old and an 8-year-old. My responsibilities included transportation, pick up and drop off, running errands, meal preparation, playing...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Isabella has been so incredible with our 4 month old! Can't recommend her enough. She is incredibly kind and aware of our sons wants and needs."

Abigail M.

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Natalie L.


Metairie, LA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Giggles And Smiles

I have many years experience of childcare from my nieces and nephews to a daycare setting. I enjoy providing giggles and smiles but I am also fabulous at setting and maintaining boundaries with children. I have also worked with 3 children with Special Needs-Autism. I am also a social worker and am familiar with child development...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kaitlin B.


New Orleans, LA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Mom's Helper Can Also Tutor!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified teacher with 10 years of experience educating elementary school children, included those with special needs. For the past 5 years, I have been honored to have become a stepmom to an elementary aged child myself. As a homemaker, I know all the different responsibilities necessary to keep a household running and...
Kaitlin can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Gabriella P.


New Orleans, LA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Warm, Responsible, And Ready To Make Fun Memories!

I am an experienced childcare provider, with 8 years of experience. I am currently working on my doctorate in clinical psychology and have experience working with children who have a wide variety of special needs. I have experience with applied behavior analysis in addition to caring for many children at a time, as I taught...
Gabriella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sophia R.


New Orleans, LA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter/Art Teacher In New Orleans, LA

I have been babysitting & teaching art lessons on & off for the past 10 years while receiving my education. Recently, I graduated from LSU with a Bachelor's in Fine Art & went on a solo-backpacking trip through Europe. I have been a sitter for children ages 6 months -12yrs old. If your child is interested in the arts, I also...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Katherine M.


New Orleans, LA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Sitter, Early Childhood Education Volunteer, & Camp Counselor

I love working with children and have 10 years of experience as a childcare provider. I enjoy creating a fun and nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. I'm friendly, approachable, and silly, yet smart. I keep parents informed about their child's day by providing written reports and communicating verbally at...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

15 years ago I started going to hospitals and special need hospice and senior hospices , my interest and helping and thanking care of others I really enjoy helping with meal prep lighthouse cleaning companionship great listener and enjoy long chats I'm a very responsible honest and respectful person that enjoy working in what I...
Marianela can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, transportation
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Charlotte O.


New Orleans, LA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter With Extensive Experience

I am a Tulane Freshman looking for extra work. I would love to babysit weekly for a family close to campus. I have 6 years of babysitting experience, and have nannied for the same family every summer for 3 years. I can help with housekeeping, cooking and laundry. I am very well trained with young kids. I have extensive training...
Charlotte can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi there! I've am very highly trained adults over 20 years or more. I am a ! CPR and first aid qualified an licensed an insured. I have experience working with clients that have Alzheimer's and Dementia also I have experience with physical therapy, also with Colostomy an Catheter Care and Tube Feeding : I can assist care...
I am a senior at Louisiana State University. I am a behavioral technician. I work with children of all ages. I assist with school work and any other behavioral needs.
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Isabella T.


Metairie, LA

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! My name's Izzy! I'm a college student at UNO looking to get my masters in Behavioral Analysis after I get my bachelors. I have experience working with children with disabilities and genuinely love being able to help and care for them. I just want to do as much as I can to make them happy.
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Cureisha W.


Westwego, LA

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

I have a year and a half experience with children with special needs. Specializing in behavioral health and cerebral palsy. I've given care from companionship to total assistance ( dressing, grooming, ambulating , administering medications, etc .
Cureisha can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alexandra C.


New Orleans, LA

$22/hr9 yrs exp

Compassionate, Reliable, And Patient Babysitter

Hi everyone! My name is Alexandra and I graduated from Tulane last year with a major in psychology and minor in business. I have 9+ years of babysitting experience, have worked at a few summer camps, and this past summer I worked at a preschool for children with special needs as a Special Education Teacher Assistant. I have...

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