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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My nephew has autism and my cousin has down syndrome. I have worked at the developmental center years ago. I have a the right attitude when it comes to caring for special needs, senior care it doesn't matter. I know everything I' m doing is to please God.
Lisa P.
Ponchatoula, LA
$10-15/hr
I have worked for Options, Inc. as a caregiver one-on-one and as with a houseful of special needs wonderful ladies.
I have worked in the health care field for a long time helping with daily care needs and I also work as a child care worker of all ages geoup I can take on different characters of care .
I have worked with kids and adults with special needs as well as intellectual disabilities and learning disabilities I have 7 years experience I'm certified in nursing assistant and I have my CPR and first aide certification!!
Ella F.
Ponchatoula, LA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ella. I'm very good with kids including special needs children, nonverbal children, babies, and older kids as well. I have over 5 years of experience caring for children aged 0-12. I volunteer every Sunday in my church's childcare services with 3-5-year-olds. I have been a part time, and over night care giver to a...
Ella can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nydia P.
Ponchatoula, LA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, there my Name is Nydia P. I have babysat kids for many years also done housekeeping for 12 years now, I was born in Mexico but raised in California moved out here in 2009.
Married and had 3 wonderful boys , all them are bilingual.
My specialty is working with special need kids I have a love those kids, coming from a family...
Nydia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Anaya C.
Ponchatoula, LA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Anaya and I've always had a big heart for child care. I have worked in many different environments with kids ages infant-teen. I also have experience with working with individuals with special needs and have been a full time caregiver. Message me if you're interested in learning more!
Anaya can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Naomi M.
Ponchatoula, LA
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Naomi. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have a degree in Abnormal Pediatric Psychology with a focus in developmental psychology. I also have a specialty in Augmentative and Alternative Communication which is used to assist non-verbal's and useful in teaching young children to...
Naomi can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Anaya C.
Ponchatoula, LA
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Evening/ Night Time Sitter Looking For A Family In Need.
College student looking for a part time position. I am a very patient "people person" and love to work, encourage and take care of those around me. I have experience working in a medical setting as a nurse's assistant, classroom experience from being a preschool teacher and I have also worked as a caregiver for someone with...
Anaya can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, transportation, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Lisa P.
Ponchatoula, LA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have worked for Options, Inc. with a houseful of special needs wonderful ladies and one-on-one with special needs people.
Lisa can also help with: Personal care
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
Let me tell you a little bit about myself!
I am a 21-year-old university student (Lion Up!) studying Early Childhood Education, Psychology, and Music. I am a vocal performer and love sharing music with young people- I've even taught musical theatre to elementary students. My career goal is to teach Kindergarten and...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Wow. It's taken us 3 years to find a "sitter" like Sarah! I say "sitter" like that, because she is more like a preschool teacher for our 3-year-old son! She comes over with handmade learning games (I can tell she buys her own supplies and spends time at home...
Amanda J.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Emma. My brother inspired my caregiving nature from a young age. We learned that he had special needs around age 2. He aided my growth, patience, understanding, problem-solving, and more. At 15, I began babysitting for friends and family, which led to working part-time at a daycare throughout high school. During...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Tammy C.
Hammond, LA
$10-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
It is so annoying to have to spend hours doing "chores" when you can have me do it and you can spend that time doing anything you want. I can care for any one with special needs or take care of yours
Theresa W.
Mandeville, LA
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Throughout my career since 1988 I've had an infinity of babysitting other people's children as well as currently helping to raise my own grandchildren. I am a nursing/medical assistant and CPR certified. I have a wealth of knowledge for caring for all ages including the handicapped while working at ST. Tammany Parish Hospital...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Aniston:) I have been working in childcare for quite some time! I am CPR certified and I work with children of all ages! I've had the opportunity to work with special needs children/infants along with many children in one setting! It's fair to say I'm extremely passionate about what I do! I'm willing to work...
Aniston can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aniston was by far the best nanny we have ever had!! She became part of our little family!! She was ALWAYS early and to top it off she is extremely bubbly!!"
Kaye C.
5.0
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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have 6+ years of experience with infants, toddlers, young children & teens. I have worked with many newborns. I also have experience with special needs, non-verbal & autistic children.
Covid Vaccinated. I am CPR & first aid certified. I have a Nursing Assistant Certification. I have a business finance degree from Loyola.
I...
Imna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Imna has been great with my two daughters..like a mother to them...she helps with everything in the household..don't know what i would do without her!"
Ryan R.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with adults and kids with special needs for over 15 years. They are very unique in a special way. I love going on outings, shopping, to the library, out to eat, playing games, and I also have did horse back riding with adults and kids with special needs. I also work with.. Autism, Memory Care, Dementia...
5.0
(3)
I'd describe my personality as loving caring vigilant
I like working with seniors because at this stage in their life they really need compassionate care.
I'm looking for a job that I can best use my skills & provide the necessary support/care for their loved ones.
I started working with seniors as a young nursing student...
Valerie can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Valerie is an exceptional caregiver. She takes the time to carefully listen to, skillfully care for, while also demonstrating respect, compassion and knowledge from her medical training and life skills she has acquired. Valerie has a way of making people laugh even...
Gina W.
I am a mom of two. I have also cared for many children throughout the years. I have helped families with multiple children and special needs children. I have also substituted and work in the school system for many years.
Tracy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Danyell F.
Covington, LA
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been working wih disabled [ adults and children ] since 2006. It is my passion to help others whenever I can. I'm a very people friendly person and I love meeting new people.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ponchatoula, LA
Sarah L.
5.0
Wow. It's taken us 3 years to find a "sitter" like Sarah! I say "sitter" like that, because she is more like a preschool teacher for our 3-year-old son! She comes over with handmade learning games (I can tell she buys her own supplies and spends time at home working on project prep!) and books, and...
- Amanda J.
Aniston A.
5.0
Aniston was by far the best nanny we have ever had!! She became part of our little family!! She was ALWAYS early and to top it off she is extremely bubbly!!
- Kaye C.
Imna M.
5.0
She helped me with organizing our cluttered home. She's very efficient and helpful. Great with problem solving to make our home work better.
- Care member
Valerie G.
5.0
She is a registered charge nurse and was most helpful managing my husband's care. She is a delightful person and very conscientious. Could not have been more pleased.
- Jackie G.
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