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Alaina R.


Simpsonville, KY

$25/hr • 3 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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Selena S.


Shelbyville, KY

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

4.0

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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, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was very understanding about a schedule change. Our child said she had a good day. "

Care member

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Candy M.


Louisville, KY

$21-25/hr • 10 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/hr • 5 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.

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Lauryn J.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Tutor/Housekeeper Available On Weeknights & Weekends W/ A Flexible Schedule.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lauryn. I am a fun loving, dedicated, responsible, and reliable 24-year-old. I have extensive experience looking after children of all ages and have worked in both public and private childcare sectors. I can cook nutritional meals, clean, wash clothes, help with homework, tutor in any subject (including head...
Lauryn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
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/hr • 4 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:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Susan L.


Shelbyville, KY

$15-23/hr • 8 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.
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Lauren C.


Pewee Valley, KY

$16-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

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:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Barbara H.


Shelbyville, KY

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

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/hr • 8 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/hr • 5 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Gillian G.


Crestwood, KY

$10-20/hr • 1 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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Danielle K.


Louisville, KY

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

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

Hired by 2 families 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: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Wonderful caretaker, she has taken care of my son since he was around 10 months old. She was always willing to help out, and did above and beyond for him in every way. She treated him like her own without crossing boundaries. Love Danielle!"

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Crystal D.


Taylorsville, KY

$19-23/hr • 10 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: Respite care, personal care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"She is very patient and caring working with Intellectual needs individuals, she is very family oriented and does so many neat and fun activities, she is a crafty person and likes to make deserts and cakes and treats for her loved ones. She enjoys family outings and...

Karen D.

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Karen H.


Louisville, KY

$30/hr • 10 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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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$14-19/hr • 14 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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lakeshia was very friendly and followed the sleeping routine very nicely."

Care member

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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr • 2 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 worked with our family for a few months helping us take care of our 8-year-old child who is in the autistic spectrum. She was wonderful with him. She is very sweet, honest, and always on time. "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Simpsonville, KY

Selena S.

5.0

She was very understanding about a schedule change. Our child said she had a good day.

- Care member

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.

Danielle K.

5.0

Wonderful caretaker, she has taken care of my son since he was around 10 months old. She was always willing to help out, and did above and beyond for him in every way. She treated him like her own without crossing boundaries. Love Danielle!

- Care member

Crystal D.

5.0

Extremely dependable. Very caring! Crystal is an amazing caregiver! She watched my special needs adult daughter for many years! We had to part ways because Crystal moved an hour away. Crystal still will call just to talk My daughter!

- Care member

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