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Renee F.


Rockford, TN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Renee. I have cared for my own daughter who has special needs for 6 years. I'm good with crafts, meal prep, changing, swimming, pets (used to live in a house with 5 cats, and 1 dog!), and more! I also have reliable transportation and do not smoke.
Renee can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leah M.


Maryville, TN

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Providing Safe Loving Care To All People Of All Ages

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I've cared for children and adults with varying levels of special needs including those needing help with developmental delays, autism, sensory issues, mental illness, ADD and ADHD, speech development and recognition. God has blessed me with the ability to help people and their families. Please let me know if you have questions...
5.0
"Leah has a very sweet disposition which helped with caring for our son. She is easy to talk to and seems to genuinely care about her clients."

Mark And Michelle A.

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Matthew W.


Maryville, TN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

20+ plus years working with the special needs population in TN, PA, VA and FL. I come from a strong Christian background working with people in need, and it has always held a special place in my heart.
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Mia V.


Knoxville, TN

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

Mia's Bio!

Hi, my name is Mia and I currently attend the University of Tennessee! I am looking to solidify a school year nanny position. I have worked with kids 0-10 for almost 5 years and absolutely love it. I have experience working with children with special needs and I also have different certifications like: CPR, AED, First Aid, Gtube...
Mia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Mia watched my 8 month old for date night. My daughter loved spending time with her. Mia was very communicative, prompt, did everything asked of her and was very sweet with my baby! "

Melissa G.

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Kaileigh M.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr3 yrs exp

3.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm Kaileigh and I've been working in child care for almost three years now! I love watching children learn and grow each day! I have worked in two different child care facilities. I worked as a lead teacher in a classroom with infants who were both special needs and typically functioning. I am able to assist with feeding...
Kaileigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

3.0
"Kaileigh is very sweet. She committed to work for us for the summer and we really enjoyed having her here, but after a few weeks she quit with no notice forcing me to take 2-wks off to try and find a new nanny. Her reason: when my two year old has a tantrum, she...

Bonnie M.

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Kerigan M.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

I have 8 years of experience caring for children. Since moving to Fayetteville 2 years ago, I have started caring for multiple autistic children, so that is mostly what I am looking for. I'm a big believer in acknowledging all emotions but not tolerating all behaviors and redirecting my kids so they can express those emotions in...
5.0
"Kerigan has helped me with so much-from pet care, to last minute needs for a multitude of things! She's extremely good with all animals and is very dependable. She's always eager to work and great at what she does. It was a pleasure to have Kerigan care for my pets...

Darian W.

Hi, my name is Hadley. I am a Mom of 7. Four biological children and three adopted. At the age of 11 I began babysitting for a family with 5 kids. That's when I realized my desire to nurture and care for children and I have done that ever since. I am loving, patient, and pour my heart and soul into everything that I do. My...
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Mary A L.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr4 yrs exp

A dedicated and compassionate nanny with four years of experience providing care to children, including those with special needs. I have experience in medication management, and I am committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children under my care. Currently a third year nursing student at UTK. CPR and First-Aid...
Mary A can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Caitlin L.


Knoxville, TN

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher, Childcare Provider, And Artist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an artist, a teacher, and a passionate student of education and communication. I have experience as a teaching artist, a writing tutor, a private special education tutor, a live in nanny, a preschool teacher, an adaptive art teacher, a kids ski coach, and an aid for special needs children. I come to teaching as a creative...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Roxanna M.


Knoxville, TN

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

High Energy, Experienced, And Patient Nanny

Hi Knoxville families, my name is Roxie! I have 4 years of childcare experience. I spent 3 of those years working as a teacher assistant at a children's development center. This position gave me experience with typical and special needs children ranging in age from 4 months- 8 years. Being a part of their growth was so exciting...
Roxanna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Single mother of 3 (28, 26, 23) with a degree in Elementary Education, taught 3rd grade and preschool, enjoy assisting/befriending mature adults, have a bit of experience with special needs, love all ages and have worked with all ages, love furry friends (not so much reptiles). I work full time but would enjoy being able to be...
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Caitlin L.


Knoxville, TN

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have varied experience working with children with both developmental and physical special needs. I've worked both in the public, community, and private homes doing this work and have excellent references available upon request!
My name is Michaela , I al originally from South Carolina. I have worked with people who have a disability since I was in the 4th grade I am now 21. I started with cheerleading just helping out with the special needs team, and fell in love with it which made my continue doing what I love. Going into middle school and high school...
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Sadie H.


Knoxville, TN

$15-18/hr4 yrs exp

About Me:

Hi my name is Sadie and I am currently a sophomore here at the University of Tennessee. I am from Austin, TX and have been working as a baby-sitter, nanny, or mother's helper for the past 4 years. In addition to that, I teach kids swim lessons in the summer, so I have a ton of experience with kids ranging from 6 months to 12...
Sadie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lydia H.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience working in a preschool with children between the ages of 2-5, and am currently employed at a local childrens academy where I primarily care for infants as young as six weeks up to toddler age. I also have 2+ years of paid experience teaching various community education classes to children ages...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Kathy M.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

I am 59 years old and I have retired from full time work with Knox County schools as a caregiver and work part time now in real estate management. I worked in special education for Knox County schools nearly 20 years ago. I home schooled our four sons in the 80's. Thank God they are now successful and well educated. My...
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Allyson C.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Very Experienced Babysitter!!

Hi my name is Ally and I am an upcoming junior at the University of Tennessee in the nursing school. I am going to home for the summer from college and am hoping to find a nannying job. I have five years of experiences with children from ages 5 mos and up, I also have a lot of experience with children who have special needs. I...
Allyson can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi! I am a junior at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville double majoring in psychology and neuroscience. I am CPR, babysitting, first aid, and lifeguard certified. I started working with kids when I was 13 years old. I have three nieces and a nephew as well and love spending time with them. In my spare time, I like to...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Single mother of 3 (28, 26, 23) with a degree in Elementary Education, taught 3rd grade and preschool, enjoy assisting/befriending mature adults, have a bit of experience with special needs, love all ages and have worked with all ages, love furry friends (not so much reptiles). I work full time but would enjoy being able to be...
Robyn can also help with: Transportation, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
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Denise S.


Knoxville, TN

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

I got my first half of my nursing training while I was active duty Air Force. I finished my RN in Arizona at Rio Salado College. I have a caring, professional, and upbeat personality. I am on time, dependable and will help you keep a positive outlook.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rockford, TN

Leah M.

5.0

Leah has a very sweet disposition which helped with caring for our son. She is easy to talk to and seems to genuinely care about her clients.

- Mark And Michelle A.

Mia V.

5.0

Mia watched my 8 month old for date night. My daughter loved spending time with her. Mia was very communicative, prompt, did everything asked of her and was very sweet with my baby!

- Melissa G.

Kaileigh M.

3.0

Kaileigh is very sweet. She committed to work for us for the summer and we really enjoyed having her here, but after a few weeks she quit with no notice forcing me to take 2-wks off to try and find a new nanny. Her reason: when my two year old has a tantrum, she disliked when we come in to assist....

- Bonnie M.

Kerigan M.

5.0

Kerigan has helped me with so much-from pet care, to last minute needs for a multitude of things! She's extremely good with all animals and is very dependable. She's always eager to work and great at what she does. It was a pleasure to have Kerigan care for my pets while I was out of town. I'm a...

- Darian W.

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