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Tammy C.


Tickfaw, LA

$10-18/hr10 yrs exp

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It is so annoying to have to spend hours doing "chores" when you can have me do it and you can spend that time doing anything you want. I can care for any one with special needs or take care of yours

Sarah L.


Hammond, LA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter, Tutor, Nanny

4.2

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Let me tell you a little bit about myself! I am a 21-year-old university student (Lion Up!) studying Early Childhood Education, Psychology, and Music. I am a vocal performer and love sharing music with young people- I've even taught musical theatre to elementary students. My career goal is to teach Kindergarten and...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Sarah was terrific with our 8yo daughter. She was responsible for picking her up, taking care of her all day, and dropping her off at our hotel while my spouse and I were at a conference. She went above and beyond, helping to make our whole family's trip easier and...

Lenore H.

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Emma W.


Hammond, LA

$19-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun-loving And Adventurous Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Emma. My brother inspired my caregiving nature from a young age. We learned that he had special needs around age 2. He aided my growth, patience, understanding, problem-solving, and more. At 15, I began babysitting for friends and family, which led to working part-time at a daycare throughout high school. During...
Emma can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Gabrielle H.


Hammond, LA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights And Most Weekdays

Hello, my name is Gabrielle! I'm currently a Junior majoring in Elementary Education. I lost my job due to COVID so my schedule is very open! I'm moving back to my home town of Mandeville, LA for the foreseeable future due to the virus. I've been a babysitter for 10 years, a nanny for 5, and have 4 years of housekeeping...
Gabrielle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

My names Mollie and I'm looking for any babysitting jobs in my area! I'm 19 and a full time college student, I'm currently going for my education degree so I can become a teacher for the littles. I've had five years in child care and babysitting experience that includes special needs as well. I'm great with kids of all ages,...
Mollie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
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Kara H.


Walker, LA

$18-23/hr9 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 30 years old and have multiple (5+) years daycare experience, as well as experience nannying for families (~5years). I have also babysat for over 10 years!! I am comfortable and experienced with children of all ages. I graduated with a degree in child development and working with children is my passion! I have a clean...
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Robyn B.


Livingston, LA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Sitter For Children, Seniors And Pets

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of experience caring for children. I'm a retired special education teacher. I have raised 6 children, one of who is Autistic. I also have experience caring for seniors and adults with special needs. I also have lots of experience caring for animals.
Robyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Robyn is wonderful and with her experience, not only provides safe care for my child but also helps educate and enrich! "

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Robyn B.


Livingston, LA

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Special Needs Caregiver

Hello my name is Robyn. I'm 54 and a retired special education teacher. I also have a son with autism. I have cared for my nephew that had cerebral palsy. And care for a man with Autism.
5.0
"Highly recommend! I have a special needs son and a highly active 3yo. They are both always excited to see her! "

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Kara H.


Walker, LA

$23-32/hr15 yrs exp

Experienced And Reliable, Passionate Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 30 years old and have multiple (5+) years daycare experience, as well as experience nannying for families (~5years). I have also babysat for over 10 years!! I am comfortable and experienced with children of all ages. I graduated with a degree in child development and working with children is my passion! I have a clean...
Kara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have hired Kara a couple times, and she is a very responsible and reliable sitter. She has experience with developmentally disabled children, and she is great with my son who has severe autism spectrum disorder."

Laura B.

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Lisa P.


Ponchatoula, LA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I have worked for Options, Inc. with a houseful of special needs wonderful ladies and one-on-one with special needs people.
Lisa can also help with: Personal care
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Anaya C.


Ponchatoula, LA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Anaya and I've always had a big heart for child care. I have worked in many different environments with kids ages infant-teen. I also have experience with working with individuals with special needs and have been a full time caregiver. Message me if you're interested in learning more!
Anaya can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Kara H.


Walker, LA

$17-21/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate for working with those who have special needs. I am reliable and caring with tons of experience.
Kara can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
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Nydia P.


Ponchatoula, LA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, there my Name is Nydia P. I have babysat kids for many years also done housekeeping for 12 years now, I was born in Mexico but raised in California moved out here in 2009. Married and had 3 wonderful boys , all them are bilingual. My specialty is working with special need kids I have a love those kids, coming from a family...
Nydia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Shenitha D.


Ponchatoula, LA

$10-18/hr10 yrs exp

CPR , CNA

I have worked in the health care field for a long time helping with daily care needs and I also work as a child care worker of all ages geoup I can take on different characters of care .
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Anaya C.


Ponchatoula, LA

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Evening/ Night Time Sitter Looking For A Family In Need.

College student looking for a part time position. I am a very patient "people person" and love to work, encourage and take care of those around me. I have experience working in a medical setting as a nurse's assistant, classroom experience from being a preschool teacher and I have also worked as a caregiver for someone with...
Anaya can also help with: Errands, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Naomi. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have a degree in Abnormal Pediatric Psychology with a focus in developmental psychology. I also have a specialty in Augmentative and Alternative Communication which is used to assist non-verbal's and useful in teaching young children to...
Naomi can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

I have worked with kids and adults with special needs as well as intellectual disabilities and learning disabilities I have 7 years experience I'm certified in nursing assistant and I have my CPR and first aide certification!!
Hi! My name is Ella. I'm very good with kids including special needs children, nonverbal children, babies, and older kids as well. I have over 5 years of experience caring for children aged 0-12. I volunteer every Sunday in my church's childcare services with 3-5-year-olds. I have been a part time, and over night care giver to a...
Ella can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have worked for Options, Inc. as a caregiver one-on-one and as with a houseful of special needs wonderful ladies.
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Rhonda H.


Ponchatoula, LA

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My nephew has autism and my cousin has down syndrome. I have worked at the developmental center years ago. I have a the right attitude when it comes to caring for special needs, senior care it doesn't matter. I know everything I' m doing is to please God.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tickfaw, LA

Sarah L.

5.0

Wow. It's taken us 3 years to find a "sitter" like Sarah! I say "sitter" like that, because she is more like a preschool teacher for our 3-year-old son! She comes over with handmade learning games (I can tell she buys her own supplies and spends time at home working on project prep!) and books, and...

- Amanda J.

Robyn B.

5.0

We would definitely hire Robyn again. She graciously agreed to arrive early so we could get to know her, and was quick to respond to check-ins while we were out. She interacted well with our toddler.

- Rachel M.

Robyn B.

5.0

Highly recommend! I have a special needs son and a highly active 3yo. They are both always excited to see her!

- Care member

Kara H.

5.0

I have hired Kara a couple times, and she is a very responsible and reliable sitter. She has experience with developmentally disabled children, and she is great with my son who has severe autism spectrum disorder.

- Laura B.

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