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Hannah P.


Port Allen, LA

$14-19/hr

Special Needs Care Provider

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I have had the pleasure of volunteering and babysitting for special needs children for nearly 10 years.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, my passion lies in positively impacting children's lives and supporting families. With two years of experience, I've developed a patient, creative, and approachable personality that resonates with kids. I believe in open communication with parents, providing regular updates and adhering to their preferred...
Harleigh can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Naomi J.


Baton Rouge, LA

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am an experienced childcare provider with over 4 years of experience. I have a passion for nurturing and educating children. My childcare career began with fulfilling babysitting roles in which I gained experience caring for toddlers and infants. I also worked for Spirit Reins Equine Center for 4 years. Spirit Reins provides...
Naomi can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Darnese W.


Baton Rouge, LA

$13-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Dedicated Sitter

I have 3 years of experience babysitting children as well as children with autism. I currently work at a school/clinic that provides applied behavioral analysis services. I work with children ages 2-7 mostly. I recently competed school for applied behavioral analysis. I can help with redirecting behaviors, Bathing/Hygiene and...
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Mia L.


Baton Rouge, LA

$23/hr • 5 yrs exp

Active, Reliable, And Caring Babysitter With 5+ Years Of Experience

I'd describe my personality as honest, genuine, and upbeat. I like working with kids because I have a natural connection with them. Growing up in a large family with many siblings, including a special needs brother, I have developed a lot of patience, empathy, and understanding. I love being a positive role model and helping...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Julie B.


Baton Rouge, LA

$13-18/hr

Sympathetic And Patient Caregiver

Hi! I'm Julie, and I have / have been diagnosed with : ADHD, ASD (Aspergers), chronic depression, and BPD. I use my knowledge of these conditions to help me better understand and care for those who also have them. While I have learned to mask my ASD fairly well over the years, I hope that my advice and patience and attendance...
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Birdell B.


Baton Rouge, LA

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Or Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

I have over 30 years of experience working with special needs individuals ranging in age from school-age to adults living in the group home setting. I have assisted in the administration of daily medications, planning and supervision of structured chores, taking clients on cuttings, and basic care support.
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Leah B.


Baton Rouge, LA

$22-26/hr

Friendly And Sweet

Hello! My name is Leah. I'm looking to start working in the field of work and wanted to start out with something like this so I joined care. com . I grew up with siblings having special beds and have always had a spot in my heart for them. I cannot wait to meet you!
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Jadyn B.


Baton Rouge, LA

$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Jadyn, with 1 year of experience in the childcare field I feel that I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person....
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Kennedie V.


Baton Rouge, LA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Warm Hearted And Fun Loving

I have 10+ years of experience with babysitting. I am a travel nurse who enjoys babysitting in between contracts when I'm not spending time with my family or playing tennis. I also work part time with special needs children but I still have a pretty flexible schedule.
Kennedie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Brandy P.


Baton Rouge, LA

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring Cargiver

Hey I'm Brandy I have work with infants toddlers young kids and adults I enjoy caring for individuals I also have worked with special Needs children and adults It a Great pleasure to care for individuals daily
Brandy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Brandy P.


Baton Rouge, LA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I enjoy caring for infants toddlers and adults I have also worked with special Needs kids and adults or a passion to care for the individual at all times
Brandy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, companionship
Skills:

CPR

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Angelle D.


Zachary, LA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking To Sit In Free Time

5.0

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My name is Angelle and I am 34-years-old and I live in Luling. I do various jobs! I sit with children and adults and with special needs too. I enjoy caring for pets as well. I also water plants and check mail and newspaper, while you and your family are away on vacation so you don't have to stress yourself out about what to do....
Angelle can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care, home modification, visiting physician & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Angelle is a sweet and gentle individual who sits with and cares for our elderly aunt. She also makes herself available to run errands for us and otherwise helps out in any way she can with the needs of our aunt. Many thanks to Angelle!"

Bernie S.

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Brandi R.


Baton Rouge, LA

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Mother, Medical Assistant Available For Full Time Work But Willing To Take Part Time.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Brandi, and I am a Medical Assistant and personal caregiver. I, along with my sister have taken care of our mother who has epilepsy and mental problems for as long as I can remember. We both still now take care of our mother and our grandmother who raised us. I have experience with Parkinson's, Dementia, Feeding...
Brandi can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, home modification & more
5.0
"She took care of a family member, we really miss how helpful and dependable she was"

Mavis H.

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Angelle D.


Zachary, LA

$12-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Angelle and I am 34-years-old and I live in Luling. I do various jobs! I sit with children and adults and with special needs too. I enjoy caring for pets as well. I also water plants and check mail and newspaper, while you and your family are away on vacation so you don't have to stress yourself out about what to do....
Angelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We moved to the Northshore, otherwise we would still be utilizing Angelle & her services!"

Katherine M.

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Jalisia W.


Zachary, LA

$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hey I am Jalsia a nursing online student in need of some extra cash I was a TA for special needs 2nd graders for 2 years . I am loving , patient , caring , dependable, and just out right fun. I promise to make your job as a parent a lot less stressful. I also provide a background check and motor vehicles check if desired. I also...
Jalisia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Awesome with my kids, over exceeded my expectations!"

Chrissy W.

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Auriell F.


Baton Rouge, LA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable, Engaging, Responsible, Warm and Caring Nanny for You

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

HI! I am an experienced infant and toddler care specialist with over 15 years of paid experience. My specialty ranges from newborn to toddler and beyond. I have been a nanny, tutor, mother's helper, and special needs/ personal care provider for another 10+ years. I consider myself to be responsible, RELIABLE, warm, caring,...
Auriell can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Auriell is fantastic. She has taken care of our 10-month old daughter and is very sweet and careful with her. She also is very knowledgeable about nutrition and infant development and great about sharing recommendations based on her knowledge and experience. She...

Suzette C.

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Tricia B.


Zachary, LA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Physical And Mental Health Care Professional

I have over 20 yrs. experience working with children with physical and mental disabilities. I take pride in my job. I love to see kid's progress. By working closely with a Lic. Professional I was able to help kid's with behaviors lower their med's., After they had progress, some were able to be taken off most of their med's. I...
5.0
"Mrs.Tricia is a kind spirited person. She compassionate, detail oriented, and punctual."

Tiffany J.

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Isabela L.


Baton Rouge, LA

$20-28/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'm A Psychologist And Former Au Pair. I Have Experience With All Ages: Newborn To Teenagers

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been working with children for 10 years. I am a former au pair and have a bachelor's degree in Psychology. I have experience as a teacher's assistant, tutoring kids with special needs in school, providing mental health counseling in children's therapy groups, and working as a nanny for kids of all ages, from newborns to...
Isabela can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I've know Isabela for over a year now and we had playdates together with the children we used to take care of. Isabela is very energetic and responsible. She has a natural talent with children and loves to nanny. If you want someone to love your children and get...

Bruna M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Port Allen, LA

Angelle D.

5.0

Angelle is an honest, dependable, hard working lady who is knowledgeable in the care giving profession. She is attentive and totally focused on the person in her care's needs and goes above and beyond as a loving helper. She was such a blessing to us while our mother was at home on hospice.

- JoAnn L.

Brandi R.

5.0

She took care of a family member, we really miss how helpful and dependable she was

- Mavis H.

Angelle D.

5.0

We moved to the Northshore, otherwise we would still be utilizing Angelle & her services!

- Katherine M.

Jalisia W.

5.0

Awesome with my kids, over exceeded my expectations!

- Chrissy W.

Auriell F.

5.0

Auriell was kind, prompt, and responsive to all of our inquiries. Had we not been accepted into our preferred daycare facility, Auriell would've been one of our top choices!

- John P.

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