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Christy E.


Walland, TN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Little Person Whisperer.

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For most of my teenage and adult life I have devoted my energy and love to caring for Little Bitty People. I love ALL of the brand-new baby through preschool age children. I have SOOOO much experience with this age group due to my choice professions and being a Mom to six FABULOUS PEOPLE. Babies are my specialty thought. Babies...
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Leah M.


Maryville, TN

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Providing Safe Loving Care To All People Of All Ages

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I've cared for children and adults with varying levels of special needs including those needing help with developmental delays, autism, sensory issues, mental illness, ADD and ADHD, speech development and recognition. God has blessed me with the ability to help people and their families. Please let me know if you have questions...
5.0
"Leah was engaged by my daughter to help me prepare to move from my home in Tennessee to Florida. Leah was very task oriented. She worked quickly and efficiently at every task. Most of the major sorting of my possessions had been done already, as I was downsizing...

Wendy M.

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Matthew W.


Maryville, TN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

20+ plus years working with the special needs population in TN, PA, VA and FL. I come from a strong Christian background working with people in need, and it has always held a special place in my heart.
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Renee F.


Rockford, TN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Renee. I have cared for my own daughter who has special needs for 6 years. I'm good with crafts, meal prep, changing, swimming, pets (used to live in a house with 5 cats, and 1 dog!), and more! I also have reliable transportation and do not smoke.
Renee can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

My undergraduate degree is in elementary education, and I also am certified to teach children with moderate and severe special needs. I worked at a daycare/learning center for a year with toddlers and preschool-aged children. I have babysat for a total of 4 children at a time, the youngest being 6 months old. Working with...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Single mother of 3 (28, 26, 23) with a degree in Elementary Education, taught 3rd grade and preschool, enjoy assisting/befriending mature adults, have a bit of experience with special needs, love all ages and have worked with all ages, love furry friends (not so much reptiles). I work full time but would enjoy being able to be...
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Lydia A.


Maryville, TN

$10-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I have extensive experience with children of every age. I have 6 years of professional childcare experience through environmental education programs - such as summer camps, zoo children's programs, and national parks school programs! I have firsthand experience with children with special needs (my little brother is on...
Lydia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Penny C.


Maryville, TN

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Private Care

I have cared for seniors with special needs. Children with ADHD and down syndrome. I have great references available upon request. I've been a caregiver for 20 yrs. I'm a 55 yr old mom with 3 grown children and 4 grand children. All of my patients hold a special place in my heart. They all become part of my family. Compassion is...
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Emma P.


Maryville, TN

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

I grew up with a mother who worked in CDC and my sister and I were given the opportunity to help volunteer in her classrooms. I begin working in healthcare taking care of all sorts of needs and elements. I have a huge heart for helping others and am well informed in different specialties.
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Matthew W.


Maryville, TN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care/ Special Needs Provider

I have experience working with children from children from birth to teenagers. I am skilled in time and house management, extensive special needs care, and much more.
Matthew can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Robyn K.


Maryville, TN

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

Fulltime Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Single mother of 3 (28, 26, 23) with a degree in Elementary Education, taught 3rd grade and preschool, enjoy assisting/befriending mature adults, have a bit of experience with special needs, love all ages and have worked with all ages, love furry friends (not so much reptiles). CPR certified, nonsmoker, have reliable...
Robyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Tomara M.


Seymour, TN

$25-40/hr

Loving, Patient And Compassionate

I am a kind hearted and compassionate person. I am a Caregiver by nature... help with special needs..
Single mother of 3 (28, 26, 23) with a degree in Elementary Education, taught 3rd grade and preschool, enjoy assisting/befriending mature adults, have a bit of experience with special needs, love all ages and have worked with all ages, love furry friends (not so much reptiles). I work full time but would enjoy being able to be...
Robyn can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, dementia, errands, respite care, meal prep & more
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Kerigan M.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

I have 8 years of experience caring for children. Since moving to Fayetteville 2 years ago, I have started caring for multiple autistic children, so that is mostly what I am looking for. I'm a big believer in acknowledging all emotions but not tolerating all behaviors and redirecting my kids so they can express those emotions in...
5.0
"Kerigan has helped me with so much-from pet care, to last minute needs for a multitude of things! She's extremely good with all animals and is very dependable. She's always eager to work and great at what she does. It was a pleasure to have Kerigan care for my pets...

Darian W.

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Alexandra L.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Baby/House/Animal Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am certified in CPR for all ages and I have moderate experience with special needs children. I can cook meals well suited and nutritious for children and I am very neat and will clean dishes/messes made from cooking. I am very understanding and accommodating with dietary restrictions, as I have some myself! I like to stay...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Alexandra is friendly and fun (but can be appropriately firm when needed). She's smart, kind, and the kids love her. I would highly recommend her!"

Aubrey M.

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Samantha K.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Lifelong Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Since high school, I have been caring for children. I spent several years volunteering at a yearly daycare opportunity through my school as well as volunteering at a Vacation Bible School. I have also taken some classes on child care and development, including training in SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). I have worked at a...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Samantha has been incredible with my girls. She started when my youngest was a couple of months old and my oldest was 1.5 years. She has done everything we've asked, is reliable, and my girls love her. She is extremely knowledgeable with how to care for young...

Kimberly W.

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Jennifer A.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

As a pediatric occupational therapist, I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I have a passion for children with special needs, and would love to provide childcare with the special needs population, in addition to the daily work I do with these friends in my full-time position. As an OT, I have treated kiddos...
Hi, my name is Hadley. I am a Mom of 7. Four biological children and three adopted. At the age of 11 I began babysitting for a family with 5 kids. That's when I realized my desire to nurture and care for children and I have done that ever since. I am loving, patient, and pour my heart and soul into everything that I do. My...
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Mia V.


Knoxville, TN

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

Mia's Bio!

Hi, my name is Mia and I currently attend the University of Tennessee! I am looking to solidify a school year nanny position. I have worked with kids 0-10 for almost 5 years and absolutely love it. I have experience working with children with special needs and I also have different certifications like: CPR, AED, First Aid, Gtube...
Mia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Mia watched my 8 month old for date night. My daughter loved spending time with her. Mia was very communicative, prompt, did everything asked of her and was very sweet with my baby! "

Melissa G.

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Kaitlyn G.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm currently working on my masters in physician assistant studies. I'm BLS/ACLS certified. I've worked with kids of all ages and I am comfortable working with special needs. I also offer tutoring services in test prep for math/science subjects.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Walland, TN

Leah M.

5.0

Leah has a very sweet disposition which helped with caring for our son. She is easy to talk to and seems to genuinely care about her clients.

- Mark And Michelle A.

Kerigan M.

5.0

Kerigan has helped me with so much-from pet care, to last minute needs for a multitude of things! She's extremely good with all animals and is very dependable. She's always eager to work and great at what she does. It was a pleasure to have Kerigan care for my pets while I was out of town. I'm a...

- Darian W.

Alexandra L.

5.0

Alexandra is friendly and fun (but can be appropriately firm when needed). She's smart, kind, and the kids love her. I would highly recommend her!

- Aubrey M.

Samantha K.

5.0

Sam is wonderful! My son loves her so much! He smiles when she gets to our house in the mornings and starts bouncing excitedly to see her! She's been so helpful to have around. She does a great job caring for my son and quickly learned to read his queues. Sam always arrives on time and gives plenty...

- Chloe S.

Mia V.

5.0

Mia watched my 8 month old for date night. My daughter loved spending time with her. Mia was very communicative, prompt, did everything asked of her and was very sweet with my baby!

- Melissa G.

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