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Kristen P.


Springfield, NE

$16-22/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked in school settings with special need children. I have grown up watching children. Also have a 3-year-old of my own
Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Bethany B.


Papillion, NE

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Bethany I'm 32. I work as a paraprofessional/ health para and just graduated nursing school. I am CPR, AED, epi-pen, and seizure precaution trained. I have lots of experience with children of varying ages, including those with behavioral issues and special needs. I have worked with nonverbal children, children...
Bethany can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Bethany is amazing with my twin girls. She is reliable, loving and fun."

Andi D.

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Anna M.


Omaha, NE

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hi! I am a fun and professional person who loves to care for others. I have worked with children from birth to grade 6, with 9 years of experience. I can provide safe, inclusive, and energetic care and am flexible with household tasks. My most recent position was a lead teacher for a 4 and 5-year-old program. In this program, I...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"It’s a rare thing when, as a parent, that you find someone who is equal parts loving, responsible, dependable, and absolutely adored by your children. Anna has been that person for our family for several years. My wife and I frankly count our blessings that we have...

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Deborah C.


Papillion, NE

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'd describe my personality as calm, compassionate, professional. I like caring for people with special needs because it is very meaningful and important work. I thoroughly enjoy caring for and building a special relationship with clients. I have a great passion for helping clients receive the best care possible, and building a...
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Becca T.


Papillion, NE

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Mom With Big Heart Looking To Help A Family With Special Needs

I am a certified special ed teacher looking to help a family out. I have my registered behavior technician certificate. I am a substitute special-needs paraprofessional in the local school district.
Becca can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Emma L.


Papillion, NE

$14-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10+ years of experience providing childcare for ages between newborn and 12 years old. I currently work as a Speech-Language Pathologist in an elementary school, serving preschool and elementary-aged children. My experiences have included early childhood, language and comprehension, significant work with children on...
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Noelle N.


La Vista, NE

$14-18/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Experienced Child At Heart!

Experience babysitting 5+ kids. Former RBT (2 yrs), knowledge of ABA, and special needs. Loves kids and animals. Looking to make a bit of extra cash doing something I love!
Noelle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Verity D.


Papillion, NE

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomist

Hello, I am Verity. I am a certified Medical Assistant and licensed Phlebotomist. I worked in a Neurology Clinic and possess valuable skills and knowledge that can make me a good fit for working with individuals with special needs. My experience in a Neurology Clinic gave me some expertise in dealing with neurological disorders...
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Maria P.


Papillion, NE

$18-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hi, my husband and I take care of some one with Autism in our home. So in that regard I am very knowledgeable. I've been a CNA for about 6 years and am currently getting my LPN.
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Maryjo P.


La Vista, NE

$12-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mary Jo

I am a grandmother who is retired from driving Special Needs students for the Millard School district. I have also worked in schools as a teacher assistant. I am currently driving students from two families home from school. I love children and have worked around them and taken care of them for years. I can give references if...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Vivian O.


Gretna, NE

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I've always been passionate about caring for children and helping them learn and grow. With over 20 years of experience as a childcare provider, and raising four children of my own I've had the pleasure of working with families and children of all ages. My creative and imaginative nature allows me to create a fun and engaging...
Vivian can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Bethany B.


Papillion, NE

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Bethany I'm 31. I work as a paraprofessional/ health para and just graduated nursing school with my RN. I am CPR, AED, epi-pen, and seizure precaution trained. I have lots of experience with children of varying ages, including those with behavioral issues and special needs. I have worked with nonverbal children,...
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Alissa M.


La Vista, NE

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced CNA And Caregiver CPR Certified

Hello! My name is Alissa! I am a Certified Nurse Assistant and have been for 4 years now and get CPR certified every year and Also have worked for a 2 different daycares since I was 13 years old! I am able to work with those who have special needs or those who need basic care. I have also done lots of babysitting and nannying...
Hello! I'm randi and I love to be around kids. I have 1 niece and 1 nephew and I love to watch and spend time with them. They are the light of my life. I can't wait to have a family of my own in the future, but for now I love to watch and care for other children! I'm very well with special needs kid as well, my twin sister has a...
Randi can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
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Samantha H.


La Vista, NE

$15/hr6 yrs exp

I Love Kids

My passion for children is immense, and I genuinely cherish the time I spend with them. I understand how daunting it can be to find a caregiver you can trust, and I want to assure you that I am kind, patient, and deeply caring. I approach every situation with empathy and an open heart, making it easy for children to feel...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lynette L.


Omaha, NE

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience providing care/ supervision for children from newborn to 18 years old. I have over 12 years experience with special needs. I am well versed in behavior modification as well as ABA therapy. I am a mother to 3 adults and a grandmother/ Tutu to a 3-year-old. I hope to bring my positive and fun energy...
Lynette can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lynette was a caregiver for my mom and was a wonderful companion. She was kind and interacted with her which made my mom comfortable. I will use her again. She came through for me with short notice. Very pleased with her service. "

Marleen J.

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Patty D.


Bellevue, NE

$31/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I recently retired from social work working with adults with developmental disabilities for 35 years. I am a compassionate caring and responsible, reliable person. I am CPR and first aid certified. Up to date on recipient rights and blood born pathogens. I am looking for part time work during the week in the day time. I can...
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Camryn L.


Omaha, NE

$20/hr5 yrs exp

3.7

(3)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Camryn! I've been working in child care for over 4 years now! My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs, I find joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life and I want to share that with everyone! I'm comfortable with all pets, driving to the child's activities, house chores...
Camryn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Camryn is so great to have around! She’s reliable, super flexible, and has amazing energy everytime she comes around. The kids and I love having her."

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Shannon S.


Bellevue, NE

$14-20/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Teen Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working with all ages and all types of children. I have worked at a daycare, and providing in home care to individuals with special needs. I am going to college and playing softball and majoring in Special Education and Physical Ed. I also help coach softball. I volunteer with children and have been babysitting...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Shannon has been on time and my 2 year old son has reacted with her favorably. I've been pleased."

Kyna M.

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Ashley R.


Council Bluffs, IA

$25-32/hr10 yrs exp

Ashleys Helping Hands

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in healthcare for 20yrs, specifically special needs children; autism, adhd, cancer, TBI etc, as well as with elderly; hospice, pcp, stroke and TBI patients. To add, I have worked as a para for 10 years and have my ECE. I am experienced! However, most importantly I do this because I want to make a difference in...
5.0
"Ashley is one of the most dependable and reliable people I have found on care.com. She loves my kids just as her own! My toddler (17mo) is on oxygen and has some medical needs that need to be looked after and she wasn't afraid at all. She helped with his oxygen...

Sierra H.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Springfield, NE

Bethany B.

5.0

Bethany is amazing with my twin girls. She is reliable, loving and fun.

- Andi D.

Anna M.

5.0

I first met Anna in my son’s preschool classroom. I could immediately tell she had great leadership skills and a wonderful way with children. When the lead preschool teacher left suddenly, Anna was chosen to fill in as the lead teacher until they were able to hire another full-time teacher. It was...

- Care member

Lynette L.

5.0

Lynette was a caregiver for my mom and was a wonderful companion. She was kind and interacted with her which made my mom comfortable. I will use her again. She came through for me with short notice. Very pleased with her service.

- Marleen J.

Camryn L.

5.0

Camryn has been with our family for over a year now. She is absolutely wonderful and our 3 kids love her! She is very responsible and always on time. We will miss her this summer and can’t wait to have her back for the next school year!

- Care member

Shannon S.

4.0

Shannon has been on time and my 2 year old son has reacted with her favorably. I've been pleased.

- Kyna M.

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