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Alaina R.


Simpsonville, KY

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

A little bit about me is that I am a Christian, I love working out, going on walks, spending time with friends and family, and shopping! I have worked with children in many capacities. I have mentored students at an elementary school as a part of my early childhood development classes taken in high school. I have also been a...
Alaina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Selena S.


Shelbyville, KY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

3.5

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with 8 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My previous babysitting roles allowed me to discover my knack for caring for children, and I'm excited to bring my skills to your family. I consider myself patient, calm, creative, and...
Selena can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Selena is EXCELLENT. She has cared for and bonded with my daughter as if she were her own. She is proactive and always keeping a watchful eye over my daughter with the best care possible. Selena has gone above and beyond scheduling us last minute too! Highly...

Lindsay V.

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Candy M.


Louisville, KY

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA For Special Needs Medical & Mental Health

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Vaccinated :) I have been a CNA for over 16 years. I worked at a daytime facility for special needs adults and I have worked with special needs children and adults. I currently work for a Very well respected company on a Crisis Team for Children in Mental Health Crisis. I have experience with Children on the Spectrum...
5.0
"She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day."

Christina B.

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Casey R.


Crestwood, KY

$10-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

I have worked with children at home of the innocence in the special needs area as well as volunteering at elementary schools. I have also worked with adult with various abilities and disabilities. My father is an amputee and has many other issues. I have been caring for not only him but his wife as well.
5.0
"Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver."

Alana A.

When I was in high school , my favorite class of the day was my special ed class. I fell in love with the kiddos and still keep in touch with them today. I have a very patient and nurturing approach. I'm here to be someone they feel safe to be themselves around. Someone they can talk to, and be creative with.
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Gracie S.


Crestwood, KY

$14-50/hr4 yrs exp

Looking For Nanny Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Gracie and I am on the hunt for a full time or part time Nanny or babysitter position. I have worked with ages 6mo and up. I also have experienced working with special needs kiddos. A little about myself I love arts and crafts. I have my own car and I am very organized! Don't take that sentence...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Susan L.


Shelbyville, KY

$15-23/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have years of experience, both in child care/nannying and teaching. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support, Insulin Injections and many other supports for children with special needs.
Hello! I am a big hearted extrovert who loves to get out! I am responsible, caring, and I like to have fun with the kids! I also have years experience working with the special needs community and love it.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I am a mother of two with 11 years of personal experience caring for children. I have a sister that has Autism and is non-verbal. I'm new to Lexington, I moved here for a job but because of the COVID-19 pandemic, I was laid off. I have flexible availability and I am available for short term and regular care. I have begun...
I have a great great nephew who is almost 6 and has some speech delay and minor behavior problems. I do watch him full days sometimes once or twice a week when daycare is closed and few hours if needed in afternoon along with his 4-year-old brother who has no problems.
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Kylie T.


Shelbyville, KY

$10-25/hr8 yrs exp

KJ

I also have quite a bit of experience caring for special needs children, from toddlers all the way up to teenagers. I am currently receiving education on this, but I have peer tutored since I was of kindergarten age.
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Sherri S.


Louisville, KY

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

I worked 25 years in the Medical field as an X-ray and Ct technologist. Worked for the past 5 years for a care giving company. Past year working for myself. I enjoy working and helping people who have the need for help. Love the interaction of people I care for. References available.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! I have experience with ages ranging from newborn to middle school. I have worked with special needs children and those with medical conditions. I have also experience working with the elderly. I am comfortable picking/dropping off at school, taking to activities, helping with homework, light housework, meal...
Gillian can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Jessica C.


Louisville, KY

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Housekeeper

I have supervised children my entire life outside of other jobs I have had. I have my Bachelor's degree in Communication Disorders and am applying for graduate school for speech pathology. I currently work at a therapeutic services clinic for children just outside of Louisville, so I am capable of working with children with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Gillian G.


Crestwood, KY

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Throughout high school I worked with a wide variety of special needs. I assisted them through a certain class, homework/classwork help, and mealtime prep/feeding assistance. I have also helped with meal preparation, medication prep, and helping get people ready for bed or just returning from school. I love helping people out and...

Dakota C.


Shelbyville, KY

$15-23/hr

SRNA In LPN School

I have been working at cedar lake for three years and was a live in baby sitter for an autistic child for two years during covid.
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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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Jewel A.


Louisville, KY

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Jewel,

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'd love to meet and get to know your family! I am non-smoking, punctual, dependable, honest and easy going. I have worked with children from the cradle to geriatric care. I have many years of experience working with Developmentally delayed and Medically involved individuals. My children are grown now (all 5 of them!) and I am...
5.0
"Jewel has been a real blessing to our family. She is patient, resourceful, caring, and has helped us in very many ways, especially in creating appropriate structure in my daughter's routines and in ongoing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She has experience...

Greta R.

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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$14-19/hr14 yrs exp

Vet Nanny

Hired by 52 families in your neighborhood

Hello to All, My name is Keshia. Born and raised in Louisville, KY. I left recently for four years and just to live in Miami, FL where I was a nanny for celebrities/ high profile clients. I became a caregiver at as child as I'am the eldest of six kids. In 2008 and 2009, my freshman and sophomore year in college I was a note...
Lakeshia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"My girls took to Keshia immediately, and that really says a lot because they had never been watched by anyone outside of close friends and family. I was so nervous to hire a babysitter, but Keshia made me feel so at ease and I was very comfortable knowing my girls...

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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Before attending IUS, I attended WKU in Bowling Green, KY. I was a tutor for student disabilities for two years and loved it!!!
5.0
"Keshia is such a positive light and a true role model. She arrived early, with a smile on her face and ready to engage with our son. She is every positive thing you could imagine a babysitter/individual to be! She is kind, compassionate, friendly, intelligent,...

Nicole P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Simpsonville, KY

Selena S.

5.0

Selena is EXCELLENT. She has cared for and bonded with my daughter as if she were her own. She is proactive and always keeping a watchful eye over my daughter with the best care possible. Selena has gone above and beyond scheduling us last minute too! Highly recommend if you are looking for the...

- Lindsay V.

Candy M.

5.0

She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day.

- Christina B.

Casey R.

5.0

Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver.

- Alana A.

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.

Jewel A.

5.0

Jewel is a huge part of my son's life. She is prepared with curriculum and projects designed to address his needs, strengths, and areas of potential development. Every time she leaves, it only takes a couple of hours before I hear the question, "When is Jewel coming back?" Highly recommend her for...

- Ray K.

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