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Theresa J.


Rowlett, TX

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

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I started over 30 yrs ago working in hospital cancer units as a CNA. I did home health care and private adult care. We are a retirement military family fairly new to Dallas the past 3 years. While in the military I ran my own in home daycare and specialized in special needs as well. My father had Alzheimer's so I am also...
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Evan O.


Rowlett, TX

$10-21/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am reliable, honest, and love kids. I am recently graduated TCU with a BS in psychology. I have experience babysitting since I was in middle school. I have experience with special needs and ASD. I was a behavior technician at an Autism clinic, working full time, and running through the kids therapy and their play time rewards....
Evan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
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Elizabeth N.


Rowlett, TX

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I have been working with children for 10 years. I have experience as an after school caretaker, two summers as a camp counselor, and 5 years of experience as a full time nanny. In 2016 I worked as a home educator for a special needs child. The focus of my care has always been on creating an environment that is fun and creative...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I'm Ileana, and my journey in childcare began at 16 when I discovered my love for working with children. After spending several years as a stay-at-home mom to my three kids, I re-entered the workforce and found a fulfilling role with the school district. I worked in ALE classrooms at two elementary schools, where I had the...
Ileana can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Isabella C.


Rowlett, TX

$18-45/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Izzy! I'm 18 years old and graduated high school a semester early. I have always helped take care of my sibling or my 13 cousins who all happen to be under the age of 13. I'm very kind and patient when it comes to kids. And would love to help out your family. - I am okay with any kinds of pets. -I have worked...
Isabella can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Anna S.


Dallas, TX

$10-25/hr3 yrs exp

All Things Fun And Love Making Kids Smile

5.0

(2)

I come from a large family of 20 and have about 20 nieces and nephews, so being around kids is nothing new and something I love :). I have 3 siblings with special needs and have experience volunteering at a camp for children with special needs. I use to work as a teachers aide at a small private school with kindergarten for 3...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Anna is amazing! She kept our newborn in our home for 5 months. He was two months old when she started. I am a first time mom and was very nervous about leaving my baby to go back to work, but Anna was truly a God send. She communicated very well with lots of...

Brittany H.

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Kayli W.


Rockwall, TX

$19-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm experienced with kids of all age groups as well as special needs (both mental and physical disabilities). I'm compassionate, dependable, energetic, and I love animals! I have reliable transportation and am willing to tidy up (laundry, dishes, etc) as needed. Can provide references upon request.
Kayli can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She's gentle and caring and will treat pets and children with the same tenderness as if they were her own. Will definitely be using her services in the future! Very Highly recommend! She's one of a kind !"

Joshua G.

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Wendy G.


Richardson, TX

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Psychologist Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Wendy from Peru, I speak Spanish, English and a little bit of Portuguese. CPR/ AED certified. I have a bachelor's in psychology and I'm currently pursuing my Master's in Counseling at DBU University. I have experience taking care of children with special needs and also working with Autistic kids as a RBT...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Wendy is kind, patient, loving. My son loves spending time with her and looks forward to her visits. Wendy is now a fixture in our household. She’s responsible and communicative. I’m grateful she is part of our care team!"

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Nicole C.


Rockwall, TX

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Tutoring And Homeschool Teaching For Autistic Children And Teens

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Nicole and I'm a certified special education teacher with a Master's degree and PhD in special education. I've been working with autistic children and teens (as well as students with learning differences) for over 17 years in school/home settings, and I currently provide both tutoring and homeschool teaching, which...
5.0
"Nicole has worked for us as a tutor for home school since Oct. 2015 to present. She has been an amazing, highly qualified special education teacher for our autistic child who is now 14. He will be going back to public school entering high school in the fall and I...

Holly G.

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Adam B.


Rockwall, TX

$8-50/hr

Full/Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for and lived with special needs relatives all my life. I understand the demands and needs of people who have advance needs, and require more help. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
5.0
"Adam has been awesome. He has only been with us for about a couple months and has been doing a stellar job."

Karen M.

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Teresa H.


Garland, TX

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Over 30 Years Of Childcare Experience & Looking For Part-time Childcare Opportunities

There are many things I am still figuring out about myself, even at the good old' age of 54, but there is one thing I have always known - I wanted to be a mom more than anything else. I am happiest when I am caring for others. At age 11, I started babysitting. While pursuing my associate's degree, I worked as a nanny caring for...
Teresa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She would be a great asset to any family! "

David And Chastity L.

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Anastasiya K.


Rockwall, TX

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I love working with kids, and they tend to love me. I've been babysitting for three years now and babysit for many different types of families. I have my own car, I am always on time, I don't smoke in any way, I love pets of any size and shape, and I can stay as late as you'd like, and I am perfectly capable of dealing with...
Anastasiya can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My kids loved Ana, she made sure they had fun but followed our evening schedule. On time and super kind and professional! "

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Beverly S.


Richardson, TX

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

3.0

(1)

I have done volunteer work at a nursing facility, and have an associate degree in rehabilitation. I have also worked with children with special needs, and have worked as a job skills trainer for people with disabilities.
3.0
"Addressed concerns that were part of the initial posting of data."

Collette L.

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Paige H.


Garland, TX

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Creative Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

15+ years of nanny and teaching experience. I've worked with children ranging from newborn to 16 yrs; including 3 consecutive families with newborn twins. I've taught preschool music, Kindergarten, and First Grade. I've worked with kids with Sensory Processing issues, ADHD, anger management issues, and other special needs....
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Paige is an excellent nanny and we highly recommend her to anyone looking for childcare. Paige has been with our family for over 5 years, caring for our 3 daughters, ranging in age from 1 to 6 (she started when our oldest was 18 months old). Over that time, she has...

Kyle G.

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Andrea V.


Garland, TX

$20/hr14 yrs exp

Child Care

Hello! My name is Andrea and I'm 31 years old. I was born in Peru and was raised in Texas since I was 4 years old. Growing up, I saw my mom babysit for many children and have a special connection with them. Seeing my mom now with them, as teenagers, is amazing! I carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work everyday. I...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I worked with Andrea when she worked in the school district that I currently teach in. She was a sub and then became a teacher’s aide in self contained special education classrooms. She was wonderful with the students, was very patient with them and used her...

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Jordan B.


Mesquite, TX

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Jordan. Last August I decided to pack up my things and move from Iowa for a change of scenery. I spent the last two years working on my master's degree in Family Life Education. I have worked with children of all ages and many that have had behavioral, intellectual, and developmental issues. As a case manager...
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Phyllis P.


Garland, TX

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Available Full Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for a special needs child for more than 12 years . There is nothing comparing to the feeling that you have when your special needs child has reached his or her goal and be able to say you did it.
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Terra M.


Plano, TX

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Terra and I am the mother of two biological daughters and two step daughters. I have previous experience with special needs children and adults. I worked programs with the Community Services Department for the City of Ontario, California. The majority of these folks were diagnosed with Down Syndrome. I also...
5.0
"Terra is warm, kindhearted, empathetic, outgoing, quick-witted, intelligent, and bursting with energy! Her love of animals is immediately apparent and irrepressible!"

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Amy V.


Garland, TX

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Family Care Coordinator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a passionate childcare provider with a decade of experience, I find immense joy in nurturing and supporting children's growth and well-being. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my calling to make a positive impact on young lives. Patient, calm, friendly, and highly organized, I ensure a...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Amy is exceptional! She has been such a god send for our family! She is very observant and wants to know everything about your child. She communicates with you how things are going (which I love) this makes us leaving our little one behind so much easier! She is by...

Katarina N.

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Ashley B.


Rockwall, TX

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Profile for Ashley B.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting in 5th grade when my mom could no longer afford a babysitter. She was a single mom working 90 hours a week just to keep us in a home. I started volunteering to watch other people's kids as well. In 7th and 8th grade I also volunteered in the school's special needs classes. Once I reached high school I took...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

4.0
"Ashley was great with our kids. My daughter loved to do crafts with her after school, and she helped my son increase his verbal skills. She showed up on time, did what we asked, kept the house (and toys) picked up, and was kind to our children. She is very sweet...

Jodie B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rowlett, TX

Anna S.

5.0

Anna is amazing! She kept our newborn in our home for 5 months. He was two months old when she started. I am a first time mom and was very nervous about leaving my baby to go back to work, but Anna was truly a God send. She communicated very well with lots of details about how his day went. She was...

- Brittany H.

Kayli W.

5.0

She's gentle and caring and will treat pets and children with the same tenderness as if they were her own. Will definitely be using her services in the future! Very Highly recommend! She's one of a kind !

- Joshua G.

Wendy G.

5.0

Wendy is kind, patient, loving. My son loves spending time with her and looks forward to her visits. Wendy is now a fixture in our household. She’s responsible and communicative. I’m grateful she is part of our care team!

- Care member

Nicole C.

5.0

Nicole has worked for us as a tutor for home school since Oct. 2015 to present. She has been an amazing, highly qualified special education teacher for our autistic child who is now 14. He will be going back to public school entering high school in the fall and I attribute his growth and...

- Holly G.

Adam B.

5.0

Adam has been awesome. He has only been with us for about a couple months and has been doing a stellar job.

- Karen M.

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