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Opal W.


Sevierville, TN

$15-26/hr4 yrs exp

Caretaker And Art Teacher.

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years experience with kids at after school program. I've worked with kids with special needs for two years. I am a professional house keeper. I am really nice and love children and I'm a decent cook. I like babysitting and kids love me. :)
Opal can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

3.0
"We hired her for 4 hrs and in the 2 hrs we were out, her boyfriend calls numerous times while inviting him iver with my 8 yr old daughter without my permission. "

Stephanie P.

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tomara M.


Seymour, TN

$25-40/hr

Loving, Patient And Compassionate

I am a kind hearted and compassionate person. I am a Caregiver by nature... help with special needs..
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Lori J.


Strawberry Plains, TN

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

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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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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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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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Renee F.


Rockford, TN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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

Special Needs Care

Hi! My name is Emily and I have been have doing child-care work for over 6 years. I am an experienced babysitter, nanny, and dance teacher for kids and adults. I have experience working with children of all ages and with children with special needs. I love getting to know children, and spending time running and playing and...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lindsay S.


Bryson City, NC

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver Who Emphasizes Caring

Hello! I'm Lindsay. I've worked in some form of elderly caregiving for most of my career, and that has extended to two wonderful paraplegic people in my personal life! I am comfortable with most situations as long as we can communicate on needs to ensure they are fully met. I look forward to forming that bond with a new client,...
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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

As a nurturing childcare provider with three years of experience, my passion lies in nurturing children's growth and development. I have a knack for creating a warm and engaging environment where children can thrive. My patient and creative nature allows me to foster their imaginations through various activities such as outdoor...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Christy E.


Walland, TN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Little Person Whisperer.

For most of my teenage and adult life I have devoted my energy and love to caring for Little Bitty People. I love ALL of the brand-new baby through preschool age children. I have SOOOO much experience with this age group due to my choice professions and being a Mom to six FABULOUS PEOPLE. Babies are my specialty thought. Babies...
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Kristen P.


Dandridge, TN

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Welcome! Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Kristen. Several years ago I moved to Tennessee and decided to change careers. I spent several years in law enforcement serving my community as a Police Officer. Prior to that, I attended nursing school and worked at a school for special needs children. I currently work as a caregiver and enjoy being able to...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, personal care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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

Special Needs Care

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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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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, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hello! My name is Jataelynn, but I go by Jata! I am a senior at Carson Newman University working to get a bachelors degree in psychology and early childhood studies. I have been a paid nanny/babysitter for almost 2 years now. I have always loved working with children, and I volunteer regularly at my church in the nursery. I have...
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Cathy G.


Dandridge, TN

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Retired nurse and teacher... love love children, I have nannied for 3 families. All with multiple children. One family had a set of twins 18 months and a new baby. Others had school age. I taught fundamentals of music in a small Christian school for 16 years. I have a clean driving record. I am not opposed to some light...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sevierville, TN

Opal W.

3.0

We hired her for 4 hrs and in the 2 hrs we were out, her boyfriend calls numerous times while inviting him iver with my 8 yr old daughter without my permission.

- Stephanie P.

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.

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.

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