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10 years experience
Experienced Direct Support Professional with over 25 years experience in the field of providing variety of support, in various settings, for youth, adults and the elderly with special needs, memory loss and physical limitations.
I have a BA from Franklin & Marshall in the Biological Foundations of Behavior and a graduate degree in Occupational Therapy. I am licensed in Maryland and have worked in both the adult and pediatric populations but am not currently practicing. I also have experience as a horseback riding instructor, nanny, behavioralist and...
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I've grown up in a and I'm from a large family with eight younger siblings. I've always been my mom's right-hand woman. I've done babysitting/nanny care for friends for about three years. I've dealt with twins and also kids with special needs. I've also worked summers with many different summer camps as a teacher of various...
I have been a baby sitter for 4 yrs working exclusively with my mother who is a well known and seasoned Nanny. Through my mother's expertise and guidance, I have learned how to lovingly care for and help many families with their children, and am ENERGETIC and FUN !! I also have been around many small babies since my mother has 7...
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Nurturing children's growth and development is a true passion of mine. With 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs, I bring patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor to every interaction.
I have an Associate's Degree in Teaching, having worked in the school system as a...
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Hi there my name is Amanda, I was an EMT for over 15 years. I am currently a CNA, stay at home mom with 3 children. I'm looking to make some extra money, use my skills, and help others. I am CPR certified and Covid Vaccinated. I have a lot of skills to be used for your loved one. I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully...
Heidi M. says "Amanda helped give me much needed respite care at the end of my mom's life. She loved and cared for my mom like she was her own. She was a huge blessing to...
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Hi, I'm Kelly - a nurturing caregiver and mom of three boys with over a decade of childcare and teaching experience. I began volunteering with 3-month-old triplets at age 11 and have since cared for preemie twins, singletons, and larger families, including overnight and special-needs care. I've coached in a child development...
Marissa C. says "My daughter absolutely loved playing with Kelly. She was sweet and attentive. Will definitely keep her mind for future babysitting!"
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Knowing I can positively influence a child's life is what inspired me to become a caregiver. For the past seven years, I've enjoyed providing reliable childcare for families with children aged newborn to older than 12. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I have some college experience and am comfortable caring for up to three...
Maria B. says "Andrea is punctual and dependable. My daughter really likes her"
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10 years experience·
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After a full career as a successful retail manager and helping raise four grandchildren, I decided to leave my position and become a full-time nanny. Children have always been a passion of mine and I love being able to make them my job. I've now nannied multiple children starting during their infancy and until they went into...
Care Member says "Rita was with us for over a year, and I consider her a family member. That's the type of person you're getting with Rita. She's so warm and sweet, a...
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3 years experience
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Hello I'm Angela, I am a recent graduate of CCU with years of experience as a sitter and with daycare experience. I have extensive experience with special needs and love to create a fun, engaging environment for all children.
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I'm passonate about making sure all the kids in my care feel safe and loved. I'm mostly thinking of adhd/ autism and how I was able to balace that by including other staff to increase some stimilus and then to take autistic kids into a quiet toom to self regulate
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Hi! My name is Allison and I have over two years of experience working with children, including those with special needs, ages 2-12. During this time, I gained valuable skills in patience, understanding, and adaptability, ensuring that every child feels safe, supported, and engaged.
I also have personal experience caring for my...
I have extensive experience supporting students with special needs as a special education teacher, special education paraprofessional, and in-home technician. In these roles, I worked with students across a range of abilities, providing individualized instruction, implementing IEP goals, and supporting academic, behavioral, and...
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I am a patient, kind and compassionate individual with a 90 hour certificate in childhood education seeking a position caring for people of all ages with special needs.
My name is Fatuma, CNA for 10 years. I have worked in nursing homes with the Rehabilitation Center. I worked in a hospital as a patient care tech for two years, and I worked for Quest Inc. Tampa FL (organization for people with disabilities.) I believe I'm a good candidate for this type of job/responsibility.
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7 years experience
I am a special education teacher for students in primary grades (Kindergarten to 2nd grade). I have worked with children with various disabilities for over 10 years as a camp counselor, caregiver, teacher, and volunteer. I have a desire to help children reach their goals, pursue learning through life activities, and to express...
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Hi. I am currently a full time preschool teacher at a private development center. I started babysitting at the age of 13 and have always loved kids. I have experience with special needs children including all ranges on the autism spectrum. As stated above I work at a private child development center and primarily work with...
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10 years experience
As an experienced caregiver for individuals with special needs, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized support to enhance the quality of life for those in my care. With a focus on patience, empathy, and communication, I tailor my approach to meet each person's unique needs, fostering a safe and nurturing...
I'm a patient, compassionate caregiver with several years of experience working with children of all abilities in both classroom and home settings. Most of my experience has been with young children on the autism spectrum, but I've also worked within a school program supporting young adults with a wide variety of disabilities....
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Hello!
I'm Lissette, a dedicated educator and special needs advocate with over 5 years of hands on experience supporting young learners.
As a mom myself, I understand, firsthand the importance of trust, patience, and clear communication. I'm CPR/first aid certified, comfortable, working with children of all abilities, and...
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The average post rate is $19.60/hr as of December 2025
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Amanda A.
Amanda helped give me much needed respite care at the end of my mom's life. She loved and cared for my mom like she was her own. She was a...
- Heidi M.
Kelly B.
My daughter absolutely loved playing with Kelly. She was sweet and attentive. Will definitely keep her mind for future babysitting!
- Marissa C.
Andrea P.
Andrea is punctual and dependable. My daughter really likes her
- Maria B.
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