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Alexis C.


Ridgeland, MS

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Fun-Loving Caregiver!

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Hello Everyone! Fun- Loving Professional Caregiver here with 17 years of experience! I'm very passionate about helping and caring for others. I only provide great quality service. While in my care you will experience the best and nothing less! GOD bless you all! Let's make it a great day! That part!
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Erika H.


Ridgeland, MS

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Erika and I am 24 years old. I am known as a very positive, patient, and reliable person. I have 10 years of experience in nannying and have thoroughly enjoyed my time with a large variety of private families and nanny agencies over the years. My experience includes taking care of children from the ages of 6 months...
Erika can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Maureen M.


Pearl, MS

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Energetic, And Adaptable New Nanny!

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Needing a caring, honest, and respectful nanny? Look no further! My name is Mauri, and I'm a college student at University. I am well spoken and currently working towards an English/Pre-Law degree. I have been babysitting off and on for about 8 years with a CPR, and babysitter certification through the Red Cross; I still own my...
Maureen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maureen sat for me today for the first time and she was a joy! She broughts supplies to make a lava floor game for my toddlers and a sensory mat for the baby. They had so much fun with her. She's already planning activities for next time and I we will definitely...

Nicole K.

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Grace R.


Jackson, MS

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Live-in Position

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for all ages-from infant to 13 years old. I am comfortable with big families, I have watched as many as 6 kids at once. I love children and seek to nurture and encourage them through play, learning, arts and crafts, and more. I have worked with special needs children and I am willing to work alongside the parents or...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Grace is hands down the best babysitter we have ever had. She was incredibly confident, professional, and understanding. Our 3.5yr old daughter absolutely loved her and will not stop talking about seeing Grace again as soon as possible. She exceeded our...

Mathew F.

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Alexandria S.


Jackson, MS

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over eight years of experience with babysitting/nannying. I have worked with children aged 0-18 with a wide variety of abilities (including many kiddos with special needs), and currently work in my church nursery with ages 0-4 (Highlands Presbyterian). I have a degree in Psychology and also in Applied Dance from the...
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Love Allie! I have a 2 year old with several physical disabilities and I’m super comfortable leaving her with Allie! She always asks for new ASL words she should know to communicate with my daughter, any updates on her health she needs to know, and the new routines...

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Mykayla F.


Jackson, MS

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced & Caring Babysitter | Fun, Safe, And Engaging Childcare

Hi! My name is Mykayla and I'm an experienced and caring babysitter who loves working with children. I'm currently studying Elementary Education (K-6), which has provided me with knowledge about child development, learning strategies, and creative ways to engage kids. I also have hands-on experience observing and interacting...
Mykayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Hello I am great at what I do I love what I do I have two boys that's autistic I have many many years experience with people with disabilities!
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Patricia D.


Jackson, MS

$20/hr10 yrs exp

All In Hands Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Pat. I am a very experienced caregiver of all ages; over 20 years experience. I am a 24/7 provider. My vocation is my love and compassion for seniors. I am also a caregiver for the seniors and special needs, experienced in medication, bathing, housekeeping, g-tube feeding, bed transfers, etc. I am a CNA. I am...
Patricia can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Patricia D.


Jackson, MS

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider Available Full Time

I currently have 20 years plus experience with all cares and needs for children, as well as adults. I feel that it is a precious gift to have love and compassion for people. Your loved ones are precious gifts. I am caring, energetic, peaceful, patient, and committed, and would love to share that with your family. I provide...
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Melanie W.


Madison, MS

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I have over a decade of childcare experience in day care and home settings. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have a bachelor's degree, a safe and reliable car, and am a non-smoker. I am also a registered behavior technician with three years of experience with children who have Autism/ASD. I'm also able to take care of...
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Nya B.


Jackson, MS

$16-18/hr9 yrs exp

Enjoy Helping Others Out

Hello! My name is Nya (she/hers). I am a well-rounded young professional with over 8. 5+ years of professional experience as a caregiver. My journey as a first generation scholar cultivated my penchant for mental health and its real-world applications. I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology. My employment experiences as a nanny,...
Nya can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Noelle K.


Madison, MS

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hi, I'm Noelle and I live in Madison. I am an occupational therapist assistant and work full time at a nursing home. I also work PRN proving pediatric home health/school based services (focusing on handwriting skills). If I can be of any assistance to anyone in the area, please don't hesitate to reach out. I am very outgoing...
5.0
"Had a Great experience with Noelle ! I had never left my Baby that long so was a little nervous . Nadia ( my Dog ) Loved her ❤️ She sent me selfies of her and Nadia & Video so it put my mind at ease . Will definitely use her again ."

Deborah M.

Ashley W.


Flowood, MS

$10-20/hr

Kind And Patient Caregiver

Experience with special needs people; however I have never worked with special needs. Many years of experience with children. I would enjoy the opportunity to learn.

Tiffany C.


Madison, MS

$12-17/hr2 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist

Hello! My name is Tiffany and I'm a graduate student from the Mississippi University for Women. I graduate with my master's degree in Speech Language Pathology May 05, 2023. I have a lot more free time already with classes being over. I'm currently interning at a skilled nursing facility most days until my graduation date, but...
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Erika W.


Jackson, MS

$11/hr3 yrs exp

I'm Looking For Babysitter Job

I have been babysitting ever since I was 11 years old and I watched kids of all age. I had watched my special need uncle until he passed away. I love watching kids.
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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Emma R.


Brandon, MS

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

22 Y/o Grad Student -- Available Evenings (5pm-10pm)

I have 10 years of experience caring for children. While babysitting for families in my community growing up, I realized a passion for caring for and teaching children. I've always had a nurturing and responsible predisposition. I have an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from Mississippi College and am licensed to...
Emma can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
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Roxanne S.


Clinton, MS

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in a separate special education school for the past 10 years. I have experience with children of all levels and diagnoses. Each child is unique in their abilities and struggles, and deserves to be given the best care to reach their potential.
I am a well experienced babysitter. I have experience with special needs children. I also was a tutor for all courses in my high school. (This bio isn't complete, I am learning how the app works!)
Choe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Anita B.


Jackson, MS

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Anita and I am a passionate 23-year-old PCA worker who enjoys interacting, spending time with patients and providing services to the elderly and disabled but over all I enjoy spending time and interacting with people. Each day is something different and I learn new and different things. Everyday I live by the motto of...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ridgeland, MS

Maureen M.

5.0

Maureen is great with kids all ages! She's so sweet and very attentive, would hire again!

- Tate R.

Grace R.

5.0

Grace is hands down the best babysitter we have ever had. She was incredibly confident, professional, and understanding. Our 3.5yr old daughter absolutely loved her and will not stop talking about seeing Grace again as soon as possible. She exceeded our expectations with wonderful photo updates and...

- Mathew F.

Alexandria S.

5.0

Love Allie! I have a 2 year old with several physical disabilities and I’m super comfortable leaving her with Allie! She always asks for new ASL words she should know to communicate with my daughter, any updates on her health she needs to know, and the new routines we do so she is prepared. My...

- Care member

Noelle K.

5.0

Had a Great experience with Noelle ! I had never left my Baby that long so was a little nervous . Nadia ( my Dog ) Loved her ❤️ She sent me selfies of her and Nadia & Video so it put my mind at ease . Will definitely use her again .

- Deborah M.

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