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Heather came into our home to help us care for my sweet 96 year old grandpa. She was amazing! She was reliable, trustworthy, had a great

Review for Heather K. by Jayme E.

Danny has been a great friend of my son (who is a person with Down Syndrome). He has spent the day on campus many times and also hanging

Review for Danny S. by Susie B.

Danny is all the things you’d hope for in a caregiver. On just the basics, he’s responsible, on time, reliable for scheduling, and friendly.

Review for Danny S. by Care member

Special needs caregivers in Shelbyville, TN

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Sara T.


Shelbyville, TN

$15-24/hr3 yrs exp

Years Experience Working With Disabled Adults

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Hello! My name is Sara. Since graduating with my Bachelor's in 2018, I have worked as a case manager and independent support coordinator for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I consider helping this population to be my calling! I would love to tell you more about myself. Let's chat!
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Heather K.


Lewisburg, TN

$18-30/hr

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Heather. I Was a licensed childcare provider for the state of Ohio for 15 years before I moved to Tennessee in 2020. I have cared for multiple age ranges of children as well as adults with special needs. I also cared extensively for my grandparents while they were alive. I currently have a job taking care of a...
Heather can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation & more
5.0
"Heather came into our home to help us care for my sweet 96 year old grandpa. She was amazing! She was reliable, trustworthy, had a great attitude, was punctual, no drama, was easy to work with regarding scheduling & changes that may occur, helpful and always...

Jayme E.

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Danny S.


Chapel Hill, TN

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Childcare

I am looking for a childcare/ special needs care-giving job. I have worked with special needs children since I was a freshman in high school. The organization that I was a part of is Best Buddies, who pairs peer buddies (me) with someone who has a learning or developmental disorder. It has been so rewarding to work with the...
Danny can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Danny has been a great friend of my son (who is a person with Down Syndrome). He has spent the day on campus many times and also hanging out at our house. During Covid times, he has video chatted with him for a couple hours per call. My son thinks the world of...

Susie B.

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Danny S.


Chapel Hill, TN

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Looking For Special Needs/ Childcare Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I am a recent college graduate looking for a job. I currently work with a child who has Hunter syndrome. I am looking for a job in childcare or special needs care. I worked with Best Buddies, which is an organization that sets up peer buddies (me) with someone who has a learning disability or is special needs. I have been...
5.0
"I have known Danny since he was in high school, so about 7 years. Danny was very active in the Best Buddies club at school. (I was the sponsor.) My son has autism, and Danny was absolutely great with him, as well as the other special needs students. Danny is...

Patti G.

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Julia F.


Lewisburg, TN

$14-19/hr

My 40 Yr Journey With American Sign Language.

My journey with ASL has been an incredible one since 1980. I have learned from deaf friends, taken classes, and even became a certified interpreter for 13 years. Unfortunately, arthritis forced me to retire from interpreting, but I continued to teach and tutor. I homeschooled my son with autism and even started two businesses....
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Stephanie S.


Lewisburg, TN

$10-15/hr

Reliable Loving Caregiver Loving Grandmother Of 3 Beautiful Grandchildren

I grew up caring for my brother who has Cerebral Palsy and volunteered with the Special Olympics and helped with the physical therapist office he visited his entire childhood. I am a loving, patient 51-year-old adult who has brought up 3 children and I have three beautiful grandchildren.
I began my career working with children professionally in 1996. My professional qualifications are; *ECE Associates Degree *CDA certification *Infant/toddler lead teacher certification *Preschool Lead teacher certification *Director II child care certification *CPR *First Aid *Over 28 years experience working with children...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Heather K.


Lewisburg, TN

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

I moved to Tennessee from Ohio in February of 2020. Prior to moving to Tennessee, I was a childcare provider for the State of Ohio. Over the years, I have worked with children as well as adults who have been diagnosed with Downs Syndrome, Autism, ADHD, and adults who are Non-Verbal. I am CPR, First Aid, and AED certified and I...
I can provide care and have been providing care for a very long time to kids and adults with special needs.

Katrina P.


Fayetteville, TN

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional For Developmentally Disabled

I am qualified in all divisions of geriatric care, developmentally disabled support work, and aspects of private and group home settings. I also worked 4 years as a Co-Instructor Life Coach in a facility for Developmentally Disabled. I have 20 years of experience working with profoundly challenged to highly functioning...

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