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Special needs caregivers in Van Alstyne, TX

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Michelle M.


Princeton, TX

$17-25/hr

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through five years of experience as a CNA. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. BLS and CPR certified (current).
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Ashley M.


Sherman, TX

$17-18/hr • 9 yrs exp

Fun, Caring Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have my teaching associate's degree from Grayson College as well as another degree from there. I have worked with babies up to high school aged kids. I have worked with kids with special needs from severe to very mild. I also have experience with children with severe food allergies.
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
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Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Ashley to care for my 2 children while I was working she was dependable and also great with my kids. She would always bring games and play with them as well as help them learn. My kids absolutely loved her. She still comes when I need a babysitter as well...

Sharon G.

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Saeeda A.


Princeton, TX

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

All About Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as caring, understanding, determined. I like working with kids because I have grandkids and they always bring a smile to my face. I started working with kids when my grand kids were born 21 years ago. I also worked with special need children and transporting them for 3 years. In my spare time, I...
5.0
"Saeeda was amazing with my 5 months old. she's very kind, trustworthy and caring and she went above and beyond to support my little family. I would hire her everytime in a heart beat."

Nouf A.

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Carin U.


McKinney, TX

$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

3.5

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children for more than 25 years. In my eyes, children are a blessing from God. I love them and care for as if they are my own. I enjoy music, arts and crafts, teaching, and playing. I also enjoy volunteering at a place called Mane Gait, where equine therapy in done for those with special needs. I have two...
Carin can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Carin did an amazing job with our 4 children. She is very patient, understanding, calm, and experienced. She can handle all situations and does so with love and care. She is always on time, very dependable, and follows through with what she says. She is very...

Deborah B.

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Kerby P.


Princeton, TX

$15-50/hr • 16 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Here To Help You!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 16 years of experience in child care with all ages. I have extensive experience in special needs, allergies, transportation, overnight care, fighting monsters, and building imaginations.
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Cheryl B.


Sherman, TX

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi , My name is Cheryl I have been Senior Care-provider Since 1993 to. Present . I have Also worked Hospice Care for 34 yrs . Hospice care Certification /Certified. I have experience. Alzheimer's/Dementia/ALS/Terminal Cancer/Colostomy-care./. Stroke patients/physical therapy asst./ Special needs.. My care needs are noted...
Cheryl can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, home modification, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

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Jana J.


Sherman, TX

$15-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a big hearted kind Christian lady who has a passion with working with many different forms of special needs. I have over 30 years experience working with mentally, physically, and Intellectually disabled people. I know how to feed through, give meds through, and clean around a Gee Tube. I know how to assist in giving...
Jana can also help with: Transportation, errands, respite care, companionship
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

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Elizabeth M.


Melissa, TX

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am currently a Masters student at the University of Texas at Dallas in Human Development and Childhood Disorders in which I am active in several roles that allow me to share my passion with individuals with special needs. I am currently a registered behavior technician in which I provide therapeutic services to children with...
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Anna A.


McKinney, TX

$22-25/hr

Extra Helper

I have a wide range of experience when it comes to people/children who need the extra help. I grew up with a blind sister and handicap brother. I started babysitting at 12 because I have always had a love for children . For several years, I went on to nanny full time for a non-verbal child and applied his therapy in his...
Hello! I currently work full time as a SPED paraprofessional for an ISD. I have 4 years of professional experience working with individuals with intellectual/physical disabilities (all age groups). I have plenty more years of personal experience helping take care of my late sister who was special needs. I would love to get to...
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Kolawole F.


Princeton, TX

$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

My Name Is Kolawole

Am compassionate, patient and good listener I like caring for people with special needs because I love kids I'm looking for a job that meet up with my schedule I started caring for people with special needs when 2019 In my spare time, I like to read One thing you should know about me is honesty My skills include driving...
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Madison N.


McKinney, TX

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi there, I'm Madison! I consider myself to be kind, reliable, & hard working. I absolutely adore children of all ages and abilities. My journey with childcare began at the age of 8 when my little sister was born. By age 12, I viewed babysitting as a job and worked for many neighbors, friends and family. Throughout the years I...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
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Cheryl B.


Sherman, TX

$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have Exsperience in adhd austisum develope mental delays siezures tube feed physcial Therapy Colostomy Care ALS
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Ashley M.


Sherman, TX

$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs

I was a peer tutor in High school and have cared for my cousins one of whom has Asperger and both have significant food allergies.
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Laci T.


McKinney, TX

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Laci! For the past 4+ I've been working with babies and toddlers (Including children with disabilities/special needs) I'm also a neonatal photographer at specialized hospitals in the area, so I have lots of experience with brand new babies, and working in healthcare! I love helping children learn, and seeing them grow!...
Laci can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Melissa F.


Princeton, TX

$18-25/hr

Senior Care/Quadraplegic Care/Specail Needs

I have 30+ years of experience caring for children. I started out in my teen years babysitting, and working in daycare centers. For 6 years I was a nanny to 2 kids of a Gynecologist and a top rated Heart Surgeon in Dallas. I love children, and when I had my own, later in life, she was born with special needs. Raising and caring...
Melissa can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
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Dayna M.


McKinney, TX

$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp

They're Not Special They're Awesome

I was a c n a back in the nineties comma I ran group homes for development, disabled adults in physically challenged adults and worked with alzheimer's patience period I have lots of love to give companionship, laughs here, an extreme empathy and love a challenge
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Lindsey W.


McKinney, TX

$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

I am an experienced caregiver for young and older special needs children. I have a love and passion for working with children with special needs. I have several college credits in the education and special needs fields. I have over 7 years of experience in working for the Independent School District as a Special Needs Assistant....
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Jennifer D.


Sherman, TX

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Special Needs Care In Personal Home Or Group Home

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I provide care to special needs patient in all areas. I have experience with assisting with any personal needs, hygiene, preparing meals, taking places, giving meds and companionship. I have worked in homes for special needs adults several years ago. Most recently I was employed at an elementary school working in the structured...
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Madeline B.


Princeton, TX

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have a Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis and am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. This means that as my full time job, I oversee the treatment of individuals with disabilities. I have been working with individuals with special needs for over 10 years. I am extremely compassionate and patient.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Van Alstyne, TX

Ashley M.

5.0

I hired Ashley to care for my 2 children while I was working she was dependable and also great with my kids. She would always bring games and play with them as well as help them learn. My kids absolutely loved her. She still comes when I need a babysitter as well as date nights. She has been with us...

- Sharon G.

Saeeda A.

5.0

Saeeda was amazing with my 5 months old. she's very kind, trustworthy and caring and she went above and beyond to support my little family. I would hire her everytime in a heart beat.

- Nouf A.

Carin U.

3.0

Caring, dependable, affectionate, kind, soft spoken,

- Sudarshan R.

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