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Kathy M.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

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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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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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Lydia H.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr4 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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Sarah C.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

My name is Sarah and my older brother has Down Syndrome so I have a lot of experience working with children with disabilities. I have been involved and president of Best Buddies a special education program in high school. In addition I have worked with babysitting children 0-5 with Down syndrome at club 21. I loved children with...
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Nicole C.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr

Part Time Care Giver: Weekends ONLY, Some Care In Evenings IF NEEDED

I am currently a graduate student studying to become a speech-language pathologist. I have had experience working with children of various needs including but not limited to ASD, down syndrome, CP, and cognitive impairments. I have had experience within a school setting as well as camp based settings for children with special...
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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
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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Helen T.


Knoxville, TN

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hi. I'm Helen. I have taken care of a boy who had cerebral palsy, which included total care. I had a live-in job seeing to the needs of more than one adult with developmental disabilities. I took care of a young woman with traumatic brain injury. I consider myself exceptionally patient. I am also gentle, and dependable.
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Meg G.


Knoxville, TN

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child And Pet Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Meg! I moved to Knoxville from Maryland in 2016 to attend school at UTK. I've since graduated and am job searching right now. I'd love to find some one time babysitting gigs or temporary positions until I've secured a job. I have experience watching children ages 3 months up to 13 years including some experience in...
Meg can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
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Macey P.


Knoxville, TN

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

Hello! I have recently taught special education at the elementary level. I have 1. 5 years of experience teaching in a self-contained classroom, but 5+ years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I would love to narrow my focus to one or two individuals in the home setting being a caretaker. I am looking for...
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Braelyn R.


Knoxville, TN

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hey Hey! I'm Braelyn!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Braelyn and I am a creative and passionate 18-year-old! I just started at UTK this fall and am majored in elementary education with a minor in music and culture! I love working with kids because you get to learn, teach, and laugh with them! I have experience with all age groups as I grew up babysitting my...
Braelyn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

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Veda S.


Knoxville, TN

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Motivated Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked with special needs children and get along with everybody I've ever worked with. I am very active and can help with fun activities where we are up and moving! I love to sing and play piano which is another thing I enjoy doing with the kids I am babysitting. I have lived with and loved pets my whole life, so I am...
Veda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kaylee R.


Alcoa, TN

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

Hello! Let me relieve the pressure from you for a few hours and let me take care of your loved one who needs a special and loving care
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Penny C.


Maryville, TN

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Private Care

I have cared for seniors with special needs. Children with ADHD and down syndrome. I have great references available upon request. I've been a caregiver for 20 yrs. I'm a 55 yr old mom with 3 grown children and 4 grand children. All of my patients hold a special place in my heart. They all become part of my family. Compassion is...
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Andrea F.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Previous Educator Of Children With Special Needs For More Than A Decade

I have been involved with children for more than 20 years. I have taught high school students with behavioral conditions. I have also worked with children with severe medical, physical, and emotional needs. I have been trained in CPR and first aid for almost equally as long. I have a PhD in Education, and am highly qualified to...
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Emma B.


Knoxville, TN

$25-40/hr4 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I am in my sixth year working in special education. I currently teach a self contained classroom for students with autism, but have previously worked in behavior support roles in classrooms. I enjoy bridging academic skill practice with functional life skills through different activities based on preferred activities. Since I am...
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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, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth C.


Knoxville, TN

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

Flexible Babysitter/Nanny

I've had many years of experience working in childcare, including volunteering at church childcare centers on a weekly basis, volunteering with special needs children, tutoring, nannying, and babysitting. I'm comfortable with all ages, although I have the most experience with kids ages 2-8. In the past I've nannied for children...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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