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Lainnee R.


Fairhope, AL

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Early Childhood Special Needs Major -UA

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Do you need a nanny this summer? I am a jr at UA and live in Orange Beach. I am available for full time work this summer. I love kids and love to have fun with them! I am patient and calm. I've taught swimming lessons to infants and toddlers in my family business before I moved to Alabama, -been a camp counselor for grade school...
Lainnee can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance

Lilia B.


Daphne, AL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Nanny, House-Sitter, Errands Runner

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have been working with kids my whole life. My degree is in Elementary Education, so I have had the privilege of working in many different classroom settings with children all over the spectrum. Growing up, I volunteered within different ministries, working with underprivileged children, children with special needs,...
Lilia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Lilia is very good with both children and pets. Can be an asset for both."

Douglas B.

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Penny P.


Gulf Shores, AL

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, Experienced, trustworthy and reliable. I live in Gulf Shores. I have a nursing and business background. Experience with special needs children. Nursing home care experience, experience with invalid patients, Alzheimer's care, meds, bathing, shopping, cleaning etc. Full or Part time. Flexible with pay and hours.
Penny can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Penny is wonderful! We became caregivers for my mother-in-law with Parkinson's dementia overnight when my father-in-law broke his hip. We needed help with bathing. Penny came on short notice and was kind and professional. My mother-in-law couldn't stop talking...

Emily H.

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Daphne S.


Gulf Shores, AL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Giggles & Smiles Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

The best way to make children good is to make them happy. Hello my name is Daphne. I have many years working and teaching and taking care of children . My 1st experience would be 10+ years teaching preschool , 7 years working for the elementary education field. I have been a mother for 33 years and I am a grandmother to three...
Daphne can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Daphne is a wonderful nanny. She cares for kids as if they are her family. She truly became a part of our family while she was with us. She helped our kids figure out a nap routine, taught them sign language, was willing to do activities with them & take the kids...

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Penny P.


Gulf Shores, AL

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Grandma With Patient Care Background

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Have worked with special needs Children. Will help tidy up, laundry and cook. Part time is ideal for me.. but I am Flexible and dependable.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"There’s nothing bad you can say about Penny. She has a unique charm about her that is infectious. She is amazing with my 3 and 1 year old daughters. My 3 year old can be challenging, she doesn’t speak and has autism. When I leave my house it is such a tremendous...

Tyler S.

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Rylie T.


Daphne, AL

$18-50/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Loving Sitter And Laugh Creator

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Rylie and my passion is caring for children. I am an experienced nanny who is loving, fun, and caring. I can also be structured if need be. I am comfortable caring for as many children as need be and doing house keeping and caring for pets is perfect for me as well. I work well in emergency situations and have...
Rylie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rylie is extremely dependable and such a sweet person! She has a calming presence and my infant daughter took to her so well! When she couldn't make it in, she even made efforts to line up someone else! She's very caring and has even been called the "baby...

Jessica G.

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Ruby R.


Gulf Shores, AL

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Nanny!

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ruby, and I have 6 years of experience in babysitting, including working with children with special needs! I have a strong passion for helping children grow and thrive in a safe, nurturing, and fun environment. I also have 4 years of experience as a lifeguard and am currently pursuing a nursing degree at the...
Ruby can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ragan B.


Daphne, AL

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

I've been working with children since I was 13 years old and I am currently 26. I graduated from the University of Mobile with a Bachelors in Theological and Biblical Studies. I decided to further my education by getting my Masters in Mental Health Counseling. I've watched a wide range of children from new-borns to teenagers. I...
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Kylee S.


Daphne, AL

$12-20/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable Babysitter

Hi, my name is Kylee! I'm currently a student majoring in education. I have experience with all ages of children. From small babysitting jobs to working at a daycare, I can guarantee that your babies will be in good hands! I have reliable transportation, I do not smoke, I am comfortable with animals, and I also have experience...
Kylee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Tonya E.


Daphne, AL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

I am married to my best friend and the mother to three amazing kids, I am also blessed to be called. I have been working behind the scenes in the automotive parts industry for the past 7 years. Before that, I was a home health care worker/ special needs and child care assistant. I am looking to semi-retire so that idea led me...
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Sadie B.


Daphne, AL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, My Name Is Sadie!

My goal is to be a pediatric speech pathologist after college! I love children and have 5 years of experience babysitting and working with special needs children. I can help with a range of things-light housekeeping, cooking, taking care of pets. I hope I am a great fit for your family!
Sadie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I absolutely adore children! I can do everything from morning drop-offs at school to traveling help. I have experience with special needs children, as well as children above age 2. Flexible schedule and great communication with parents.
Cara can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Allyson G.


Lillian, AL

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I am currently an occupational therapy graduate student. I am starting my last year of grad school. I have currently cared for a 34-year-old female with a TBI, as a companion, helped with feeding and using her assistive technology devices. I am a very caring and passionate person.
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Kalie W.


Daphne, AL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Super Fun And Absolutely Love Children!

I am a 27-year-old mom of two boys, one who is 6 soon to be 7 and a 3-year-old. I have completed my associate degree for paramedic and have my basic EMT and my advanced EMT certifications. I am first aid certified, CPR certified and have a basic life support certification. I am looking for families who would not mind if both of...
Kalie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Autumn H.


Daphne, AL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Energetic Sitter

Hello! My name is Autumn and I am a teacher looking for a nanny or tutoring job for over the summer. I have been officially teaching for a year but I have had plenty of experience over the years teaching and working with children. I also have experience watching babies. My degree is in Special Education so I have lots of...
Autumn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Maddy R.


Lillian, AL

$13/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hello! My name is Maddy. I'm a dedicated mom and caregiver with a 6-year-old son who is autistic. Over the past 6 years, I have been a stay-at-home mom, focusing on his care and development. Now that my son is in school, I'm excited to return to working with children. I have experience in childcare as a former teacher's aide and...
Maddy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
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Taylor K.


Daphne, AL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Educated, Bubbly And Kind-hearted Nanny Wanting To Help Your Family!

Hi, parents! I'm 28 years old, married to my high school sweetheart, and for now only parents to our three fur babies. I've always loved working with children and have a natural compassionate, caregiving heart. We're from Michigan, and have moved down here for my husbands residency in internal medicine. I have my Bachelor's in...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Autumn H.


Daphne, AL

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Future Special Educations Teacher

I have a good amount of knowledge about individuals who have special needs and I actually plan on becoming a special education teacher. I believe I have a way of connecting to all different types of people just through my positivity and want for everyone to feel loved and accepted. I am going to graduate the summer of 2021, with...
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Rylie T.


Daphne, AL

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, my name is rylie and I have experience with looking after special needs children. I looked after a young boy with cerebral palsy for 3 years and a boy(my brother) who has mild autism and adhd for all 14 years of his life.
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Penny P.


Gulf Shores, AL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

YEARS Patient.cre Of All Ages, Special Needs, Feeding, Mobility, Sei

Nursing and business background. Have worked with infants and geriatrics. Over 20 years experience with feeding tubes, mobility, seizure monitoring, etc. Seeking Full or Part time

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Summerdale, AL

Lilia B.

5.0

Lilia is very good with both children and pets. Can be an asset for both.

- Douglas B.

Penny P.

5.0

Penny is wonderful! We became caregivers for my mother-in-law with Parkinson's dementia overnight when my father-in-law broke his hip. We needed help with bathing. Penny came on short notice and was kind and professional. My mother-in-law couldn't stop talking about how nice she was. We would hire...

- Emily H.

Daphne S.

5.0

Daphne is a wonderful nanny. She cares for kids as if they are her family. She truly became a part of our family while she was with us. She helped our kids figure out a nap routine, taught them sign language, was willing to do activities with them & take the kids outside. She has a gift with kids &...

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Penny P.

5.0

Penny has been an incredible blessing to our family. She has cared for my almost 2 year old and my 6 year old and they both adore her. She’s an angel to us and I haven’t had a single concern from the moment I met her. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire her for a moment.

- Care member

Rylie T.

5.0

Rylie is extremely dependable and such a sweet person! She has a calming presence and my infant daughter took to her so well! When she couldn't make it in, she even made efforts to line up someone else! She's very caring and has even been called the "baby whisperer" by many of the families she...

- Jessica G.

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