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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.
I have several years of experience with childcare. I also worked with college aged students with special needs.
Kellie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Shelby G.


Knoxville, TN

$18-50/hr2 yrs exp

Loving And Reliable Care For Your Family's Needs

Hi, I'm Shelby and I've been fortunate to gain a wide range of caregiving experience that has allowed me to support families in many different ways. From my time as a college student working with children ages 0-10 in a daycare setting, to helping raise my younger siblings, I've developed a deep understanding of how to provide...
Shelby can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Lydia H.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr5 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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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Cheyenne C.


Knoxville, TN

$26/hr12 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

As a childcare provider with 12 years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly, so I can easily connect with children and create a nurturing environment. I'm also experienced in caring for children with special needs. I believe in open...
Cheyenne can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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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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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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, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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Angelica G.


Knoxville, TN

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs LPN

I am a Licensed Nurse with experience regarding PEG tubes, colostomy, catheterization, wound care, IV sites, etc. I am BLS certified, and I have a reliable insured vehicle.
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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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a National Registry Paramedic with a plethora of healthcare, pet, and life experience. I have a Master's Degree in Healthcare Innovation, Bachelor's in Behavior Analysis, and more.

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