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Liz S.


Louisville, KY

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Traveling The Path With You

5.0

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I have 22 years + of special education experience, as a Board Certified teacher, special Education teacher, and tutor. I travel life paths with families, and help navigate the bumps in the road. Please ask for my references and resume.
5.0
"Very friendly and engaging. Gets to know the child and what makes them tick. Works on their strengths and weaknesses. Very organized and easy to get along. Very involved with parents, child and the school. Highly recommend."

Deborah L.

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Melissa E.


Louisville, KY

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Occupational Therapy Practitioner

3.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have taken great care of several family members and close friends diagnosed with various stages of dementia, different forms of cancer, as well as diabetes. I am passionate about what I do because I know what it is like to have to depend on someone for all your needs, and trust, compassion, and integrity are all of critical...
Melissa can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Melissa is an excellent caregiver. She is trustworthy, dependable, compassionate, professional, and personable. She has great attention to detail, maintaining safety, hygiene, and providing companionship. I highly recommend Melissa."

Patty C.

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Dnisha C.


Louisville, KY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs/ESL/Average Childcare Professional

Hello my name is Dee. With 14+ years of experience, the majority of which catering to children with special needs, I have developed extensive knowledge in the diagnosis and care of major and minor disabilities. Being highly adaptable and flexible I have enjoyed the opportunity of working with a diverse group of children,...
5.0
"D'Nisha is a very dedicated and passionate individual. Watching her care for my daughter and seeing the immediate relationship and bond they made was phenomenal. I would recommend her to do ANY job working with children but especially ones who are...

Heather Y.

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Karen H.


Louisville, KY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Specializing In Cognitive Disabilities PRN

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I currently work full time with adults with traumatic brain injuries as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in a community based setting. I have worked in this setting for 10 years, and I also have experience working with elders in SNF setting. I am looking to pick up PRN work in evenings or weekends.
5.0
"Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great personality. I plan to use her again!"

Trish L.

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Mariah C.


Louisville, KY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Patient & Caring College Student!

I have worked with special needs children and adults for about 5 years now. Both professionally and personally. I have a love for those with special needs and I am currently in school to be a special needs therapist!
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia
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Kylie H.


Louisville, KY

$23/hr4 yrs exp

Multiple Skill Set

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with anything and willing to discuss pay. I work at a senior care dementia and Alzheimer's facility. I also have child care experience. I have a special needs cousin I watch regularly. I was a swim instructor for children newborn-adult for many years. Including special needs. I love...
Kylie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Shuneka F.


Louisville, KY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

I have over 25 years of experience caring for Seniors and children. I have worked in Long term care facilities, Hospitals, and in home care. I have experience with Dementia & Alzheimer's, Special Needs, Hospice, Rehab, and more.
Shuneka can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Christina S.


Louisville, KY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA Caregiver

I have worked with Seniors, Special Needs Adults and Children for 10+ years from ages 94 years to 3 years. I am currently working for a home health company providing seniors with support and independence in their own homes. I have worked one-on-one providing activities, lesson plans, meal planning with nutrition, and outings in...
Christina can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Jeane M.


Louisville, KY

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I have worked for Eldercare and Mercy works. In 1994 I graduated with a medical assistant diploma and worked for a pediatrician for several years in the back and front office. In my years as a caregiver, I have taken care of patients who suffered from: Dementia, Parkinson's, muscular degeneration. Some just needed companionship...
Jeane can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
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Sidney W.


Louisville, KY

$19/hr4 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible, College Student.

Hi! My name is Sidney. I have 4 years of experience. I currently work for JCPS as a teacher assistant for the special needs classrooms. I have also worked for CEP and in a retirement community. I am currently in college to get my bachelors degree in special education. I love kids. I have known I want to be a teacher since I was...
Sidney can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Hi, my name is Bianca and I have 15 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, young children, and special needs. I am passionate about providing a safe, comfortable and stimulating environment for your child. I also believe in building strong relationships with parents and children in order to provide the best care. I...
Bianca can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Hello! :) I have 2 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and around 2 years in a special education classroom setting. I'm currently getting my masters to become a LBD special education teacher. I have the most experience with children ages 2-10.
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Erika M.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Teacher Looking For Part Time Nanny Job

Hello, my name is Erika. I am an Elementary Education major at Grand Canyon University and I have over 5 years of experience working in a licensed childcare facility. I have experience working with kids ages 2 months old---15 years of age. I have experience directing a preschool, and I currently work for the Peoria School...
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Dnisha C.


Louisville, KY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

With 14+ years of experience, the majority of which catering to children with special needs, I have developed extensive knowledge in the diagnosis and care of major and minor disabilities. Being highly adaptable and flexible I have enjoyed the opportunity of working with a diverse group of children, including those with...
Dnisha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Lisandra S.


Louisville, KY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Positive And Compassionate Care

I have been caring for people with special needs for over 20 years. I am passionate about supporting people to become their best selves while increasing one's independence and enjoying life. I have family members and friends with disabilities. I have spent my entire adult life and advanced education studying, working and...
Hello! I am currently a paraprofessional in a moderate-to-severe-disabilities self-contained classroom. Previous to this, I have had experience with elderly care and child care (of children with autism spectrum disorder). I consider myself to be a level-headed and calm care provider, opting for empathy and communication to be...
I've worked in daycares, and I have a 2-year-old daughter. I love kids. Ive worked with autism children and special needs.
Angelic can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

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Greysi G.


Louisville, KY

$22-30/hr2 yrs exp

Senior

I worked at camp with seniors special needs too 1 month in California and 1 month in Spencer New York
Greysi can also help with: Meal prep
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Crystal D.


Taylorsville, KY

$19-23/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

I do cls/respite I also have dsp experience. I have several years working with people whom have disabilities. Caring for special needs. Is my compassion. Located in Shelby county can do surrounding counties
Crystal can also help with: Personal care, respite care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Danielle K.


Louisville, KY

$15/hr4 yrs exp

I Have Always Enjoyed Taking Care Of Children. I Love Karaoke, Silly Dancing And Watching Movies

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Danielle, I am a recent a college graduate at Berea College. I want to be a Child Psychologist when complete my undergraduate. Currently looking for jobs that will help me grow my skills while I finish college. I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Grocery Shopping. I am...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Shepherdsville, KY

Liz S.

5.0

Very friendly and engaging. Gets to know the child and what makes them tick. Works on their strengths and weaknesses. Very organized and easy to get along. Very involved with parents, child and the school. Highly recommend.

- Deborah L.

Melissa E.

5.0

Melissa is an excellent caregiver. She is trustworthy, dependable, compassionate, professional, and personable. She has great attention to detail, maintaining safety, hygiene, and providing companionship. I highly recommend Melissa.

- Patty C.

Dnisha C.

5.0

Understands special needs - she is one of my service people (I'm autistic with significant sensory problems) she also watches my daughter (not autistic)

- Kimber C.

Karen H.

5.0

Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great personality. I plan to use her again!

- Trish L.

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