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Kaylee R.


Alcoa, TN

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

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As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with three years of experience, I've discovered my passion lies in supporting families and positively impacting children's lives. I'm known for my patient, calm, and friendly demeanor, which puts children at ease. I believe in open and consistent communication with parents....
Kaylee can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Taylor L.


Knoxville, TN

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Afterschool Nanny Or Date Night Babysitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I like working with kids because they are creative! Kids are curious and adventurous. Kids keep me learning new things. I love being with kids. I'm available weekdays after 4pm, Saturdays, and occasionally Sundays! I started working with kids when I was 12! I was a soccer coach for 3 years, an overnight camp counselor for 3...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alana I.


Knoxville, TN

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Work In Knoxville Following Graduation!

Hello, I'm Alana! I am 21 years old and have just recently moved to Knoxville! I graduate undergrad in July of this year (2024) and will be attending law school in August of 2025. I'm looking for a part-time position for some or all of this year and into 2025. I am punctual, detail-oriented, compassionate, and creative. I am the...
Alana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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...
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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Lakin H.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr

Special Needs Caregiver/Sitter

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...
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Annalee H.


Knoxville, TN

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Fun Nanny And Smile Creator

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: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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.

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Alexandra L.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Baby/House/Animal Caregiver

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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alex was great. She interacted with and listened to the kids. Did everything we asked. I love her energy. We will be calling her again!"

Cassandra N.

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Elizabeth B.


Powell, TN

$10-40/hr10 yrs exp

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 10 and 8 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...
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Olivia W.


Knoxville, TN

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

I Love Kids I'm A Cheerleader I Work At My Church Doing Childcare Every Sunday For The Past 3 Years

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, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Jennifer E.


Knoxville, TN

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Lori J.


Strawberry Plains, TN

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

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: Hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

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.

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Samantha K.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Lifelong Caregiver

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Samantha has been incredible with my girls. She started when my youngest was a couple of months old and my oldest was 1.5 years. She has done everything we've asked, is reliable, and my girls love her. She is extremely knowledgeable with how to care for young...

Kimberly W.

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Belinda F.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant/Caregiver

I have been a CNA since 1996. Nursing home and home healthcare setting. I have worked with patients with paralysis due to spinal cord injury as well as multiple sclerosis and other neuro compromised patients. I am competent in transfers, assistant with ambulation for those who are partially mobile, bed baths, shampoo board, skin...
5.0
"Belinda F. has a very pleasant personality. She is skilled and knowledgeable beyond any position I ever have known her to have. She is a quick learner, a self-starter and does not require constant supervision."

Sandra H.

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Opal J.


Kodak, TN

$13-23/hr10 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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kaitlyn G.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr8 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Leah H.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr

Fun Sitter With A Positive Attitude!

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Cheyenne D.


Knoxville, TN

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

Bachelors degree in Child and Family Studies, graduated in 2018 from University of Tennessee-Chattanooga. Infant and child CPR and first aid certified. RBT certification. Experience with special needs children. Currently obtaining a masters degree in ABA therapy.
Cheyenne can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Hunter C.


Strawberry Plains, TN

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

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...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rockford, TN

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.

Lori J.

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 consummate professional. The following are...

- Margaret G.

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