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I've worked with children for about 6 months, and got my degree in order to specifically work with kids! I have special needs experience as well.
I like working with kids because I get to make a positive impact on their lives.
In my spare time, I like to play videogames and go on hikes with my dog, Murray.
One thing you...
Olivia B.
Knoxville, TN
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience working with two special needs adults. I also have cared for my nieces and nephews most of my life and I have a brother with autism. I am a student at UTK studying special education.
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Lakin and I am currently a Sophomore and a cheerleader at the University of Tennessee Knoxville! Go Vols! I have four siblings: three sisters ages 24, 13, and 11, and a brother who is 2! I am a very outgoing and upbeat kind of person! I love children and have been babysitting for about 5 years now. I have...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lila and I am graduating from college in May with a marketing and communications degree. I have 8 years of experience with babysitting and nannying infants, toddlers, and school aged children. Many of the families I work for have been comfortable with me driving their children as well as taking them to the pool...
Lillian can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lila is very informed on how to keep kids safe and what to do in case of an emergency. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for years; One of my full time nanny positions was for a family of 6 children during the summer of 2016. Duties: Bathed, cooked for, and did laundry for child with special needs; provided transportation services to and from school and extracurricular activities for other 5 children. Another nanny position was...
Annalee can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anna Lee was a nanny for our two girls under three years old. She did this graciously four days a week to match my part time work schedule. She actively played with the girls and I never had any concerns for their safety. She even helped with potty training!...
Alicia F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am certified in CPR for all ages and I have moderate experience with special needs children. I can cook meals well suited and nutritious for children and I am very neat and will clean dishes/messes made from cooking. I am very understanding and accommodating with dietary restrictions, as I have some myself! I like to stay...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alexandra is friendly and fun (but can be appropriately firm when needed). She's smart, kind, and the kids love her. I would highly recommend her!"
Aubrey M.
Elizabeth B.
Powell, TN
$10-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello. I have over 25 years of professional childcare experience including special education instructor, Montessori assistant, nanny, in-home daycare provider, mother of two girls ages 11 and 9 to name a few. I am excited to find a family or two to work with in the Knoxville area, preferably a long term position/part-time. At...
Olivia W.
Knoxville, TN
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I Love Kids I'm A Cheerleader I Work At My Church Doing Childcare Every Sunday For The Past 3 Years
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I adore kids I have worked with kids since the age of 13 I am now 23 with a 5-month-old I have volunteered at my church doing childcare every Sunday for the past 4 years working with infants to elementary school. I also have worked with special needs kids for 2 years during my years in high school. I recently had to quit my...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very Sweet girl! She was great with our kids! I Was very sad to leave this town and trust another person with my little ones Since she was so wonderful!"
Karen L.
Jennifer E.
Knoxville, TN
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving mom of two grown children, I have had over 40 years' experience with infant, toddler and elementary age children, as well as special needs children. I am responsible, dependable, & usually available at last minute if needed. I am CPR certified, I am a non-smoker, non-drinker, have my own reliable transportation. I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jennifer did amazing with our 3 month old! She was early and so sweet. Our little girl was happy and content when we arrived home. Definitely will be using her again! "
Hunter H.
Lori J.
Strawberry Plains, TN
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 21 years' experience providing compassionate and skilled home health care. As a caregiver I am devoted to providing superior in-home care to elderly persons, persons with special needs or disabilities. My skills include: dressing, transferring, bathing/toileting, meal prep and feeding, medication disbursement, housework,...
Lori can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Lori is a wonderful caregiver! For over 2 1/2 years, she helped with the care of my Mother who required 24/7 care. She has knowledge, training, experience and a passion to provide quality care for your loved one. Without hesitation, I can say that Lori is a...
Margaret G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Since high school, I have been caring for children. I spent several years volunteering at a yearly daycare opportunity through my school as well as volunteering at a Vacation Bible School. I have also taken some classes on child care and development, including training in SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). I have worked at a...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Sam is wonderful! My son loves her so much! He smiles when she gets to our house in the mornings and starts bouncing excitedly to see her! She's been so helpful to have around. She does a great job caring for my son and quickly learned to read his queues. Sam...
Chloe S.
Opal J.
Kodak, TN
$13-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a mom of 4
Basic life support certified and certified nursing assistant
I have worked with children with special needs
Opal can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
Alexis D.
Seymour, TN
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
My undergraduate degree is in elementary education, and I also am certified to teach children with moderate and severe special needs. I worked at a daycare/learning center for a year with toddlers and preschool-aged children. I have babysat for a total of 4 children at a time, the youngest being 6 months old. Working with...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaitlyn G.
Knoxville, TN
$15-16/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently working on my masters in physician assistant studies. I'm BLS/ACLS certified. I've worked with kids of all ages and I am comfortable working with special needs. I also offer tutoring services in test prep for math/science subjects.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have a 1 y/o nephew and a 5 y/o niece, and have also helped care for a child with cerebral palsy. I'm happy to help with pets. Willing to learn about how to care for any type of special needs. I do not have a car or a licence.
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hello my name is Hunter. I love working with children of all ages. I have worked with several different special needs children with a diversity of disabilities. I have a degree in Special Education Mild Moderate and Severe and Profound. This is my third year teaching in a Special Education classroom on a high school level with...
I have experience in this field firsthand as my major was in child development and I have a Down syndrome younger brother and another one with ADHD. I also grew up babysitting from an early age.
Regan W.
Powell, TN
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Looking For A Summer Position That Is Flexible For One-Time Gigs Working With Infants.
I am 20 years old and currently attending the University of Tennessee Knoxville. I am obtaining a bachelors in Therapeutic Recreation with a minor is Nutrition and Physical Activity.
I have 3 years experience working with infants-6-year-olds, and I also have experience working with special needs children.
I am looking for an...
Regan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
As a school psychologist, I have worked collaboratively with diverse populations of families and educators. I constantly use my counseling and education training to improve student outcomes, primarily through collaboration with parents and teachers. Every day is an opportunity for children to grow, and every day I will respect,...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a recently retired Knox County teacher with over 20 years of experience. I have raised 3 children and (currently) have 3 young grandchildren, one of whom is special needs. I enjoy all ages, but have a particular fondness for 6-12-year-olds. I would be happy to nanny one child or a family with a range of ages. In...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rockford, TN
Lillian D.
5.0
We have known Lillian for many years! She has babysat both my boys since they were babies. She is very detail oriented and caring. My boys love her so much and are always so excited when she comes to babysit. We have had her babysit while I am at work all day as well as well as dates nights. We feel...
- Care member
Annalee H.
5.0
Anna Lee was a nanny for our two girls under three years old. She did this graciously four days a week to match my part time work schedule. She actively played with the girls and I never had any concerns for their safety. She even helped with potty training! Anna Lee was receptive to making...
- Alicia F.
Alexandra L.
5.0
Alexandra is friendly and fun (but can be appropriately firm when needed). She's smart, kind, and the kids love her. I would highly recommend her!
- Aubrey M.
Olivia W.
5.0
Very Sweet girl! She was great with our kids! I Was very sad to leave this town and trust another person with my little ones Since she was so wonderful!
- Karen L.
Jennifer E.
5.0
Jennifer did amazing with our 3 month old! She was early and so sweet. Our little girl was happy and content when we arrived home. Definitely will be using her again!
- Hunter H.
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