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Elizabeth C.


Knoxville, TN

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

Flexible Babysitter/Nanny

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I've had many years of experience working in childcare, including volunteering at church childcare centers on a weekly basis, volunteering with special needs children, tutoring, nannying, and babysitting. I'm comfortable with all ages, although I have the most experience with kids ages 2-8. In the past I've nannied for children...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Cassie L.


Knoxville, TN

$14-30/hr5 yrs exp

Positivity Believer And Creativity Maker

As a school psychologist, I have worked collaboratively with diverse populations of families and educators. I constantly use my counseling and education training to improve student outcomes, primarily through collaboration with parents and teachers. Every day is an opportunity for children to grow, and every day I will respect,...
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Caitlin L.


Knoxville, TN

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher, Childcare Provider, And Artist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an artist, a teacher, and a passionate student of education and communication. I have experience as a teaching artist, a writing tutor, a private special education tutor, a live in nanny, a preschool teacher, an adaptive art teacher, a kids ski coach, and an aid for special needs children. I come to teaching as a creative...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Braelyn R.


Knoxville, TN

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hey Hey! I'm Braelyn!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Braelyn and I am a creative and passionate 18-year-old! I just started at UTK this fall and am majored in elementary education with a minor in music and culture! I love working with kids because you get to learn, teach, and laugh with them! I have experience with all age groups as I grew up babysitting my...
Braelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

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Macey P.


Knoxville, TN

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

Hello! I have recently taught special education at the elementary level. I have 1. 5 years of experience teaching in a self-contained classroom, but 5+ years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I would love to narrow my focus to one or two individuals in the home setting being a caretaker. I am looking for...
As a social work major, I have education of child/adolescent development. Last semester I had an internship with children 2-18 caring for various needs. I would love to support your children/adolescents in anyway your family needs!
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Roxanna M.


Knoxville, TN

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

High Energy, Experienced, And Patient Nanny

Hi Knoxville families, my name is Roxie! I have 4 years of childcare experience. I spent 3 of those years working as a teacher assistant at a children's development center. This position gave me experience with typical and special needs children ranging in age from 4 months- 8 years. Being a part of their growth was so exciting...
Roxanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Natasha D.


Louisville, TN

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Natasha. I have been in the health care field for 10 to 15 years. I am CPR/First Aid trained with certification. It all started with my mothers parents then I started taking care of special needs adults and have been doing private care giving for families with parents with dementia Alzheimer's, and also just...
Natasha can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
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Jennifer B.


Knoxville, TN

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Nanny Available

I am a very fun loving person with lots of experience to offer. Previous jobs I have held include camp counselor, live-in nanny, mother's helper, babysitter and personal assistant. One of my greatest joys in life is to help children embrace and develop their very own unique personalities. I have had the great pleasure of working...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Karenza K.


Sevierville, TN

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Worker From NY-Good Work Ethic And Attentive

Hi Guys! My name is Karenza. I have been working with Special needs for about 5 years. I started in NY, and Loved the field. I work with an Array of different clients from Parkinson's Disease to Muscular Dystrophy, I have experience and confidence in a wide array of skills. I am First Aide Trained, Hoyer Lift Trained, CPR...
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Lindsay S.


Bryson City, NC

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver Who Emphasizes Caring

Hello! I'm Lindsay. I've worked in some form of elderly caregiving for most of my career, and that has extended to two wonderful paraplegic people in my personal life! I am comfortable with most situations as long as we can communicate on needs to ensure they are fully met. I look forward to forming that bond with a new client,...
I have experience taking care of people with disabilities since my grandmother had severe dementia and I also have a brother with Williams Syndrome. I also have some medical knowledge as a nursing major at UTK. Those with disabilities require lots of care and patience, which I am more than able to provide. Also, I am very...
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Veda S.


Knoxville, TN

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Motivated Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked with special needs children and get along with everybody I've ever worked with. I am very active and can help with fun activities where we are up and moving! I love to sing and play piano which is another thing I enjoy doing with the kids I am babysitting. I have lived with and loved pets my whole life, so I am...
Veda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Meg G.


Knoxville, TN

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child And Pet Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Meg! I moved to Knoxville from Maryland in 2016 to attend school at UTK. I've since graduated and am job searching right now. I'd love to find some one time babysitting gigs or temporary positions until I've secured a job. I have experience watching children ages 3 months up to 13 years including some experience in...
Meg can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
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Sydnie R.


Knoxville, TN

$13-21/hr7 yrs exp

Future Special Education Teacher With Lots Of Experience

I've got 7 years working as a caregiver to people with special needs. I've done pretty much anything, honestly it's too much to type. I'm a fast learner, I'm efficient, I'll get the job done and how you like it. Let's talk, I'm sure I can help you with what you or your family needs.
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Kati B.


Maryville, TN

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Miss Kati

I'm a reliable, fun, and patient grandma who loves caring for kids of all ages especially the younger ones. I have 30+ years of experience caring for children. My most recent nanny job was caring for a three and a half year old boy with autism and his younger sister. I am currently helping to raise my 4-year-old granddaughter.
Hello! My name is Jataelynn, but I go by Jata! I am a senior at Carson Newman University working to get a bachelors degree in psychology and early childhood studies. I have been a paid nanny/babysitter for almost 2 years now. I have always loved working with children, and I volunteer regularly at my church in the nursery. I have...
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Mary C.


Knoxville, TN

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Caring Nurse/advocate For People With Special Needs

I'm a kind, fun loving stay at home mom of 2 boys. I'm also a registered nurse. Now that my boys are in school, I have more time to give to others. I have years of personal and professional experience helping and caring for children that have special needs. My 7-year-old son is on the autism spectrum. My nursing background...
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Emerson W.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter For Any Age Range!

Ever since I can remember, I've always found joy in being around kids, and that natural connection led me to become a caregiver. I'm Emerson, a sophomore at the University of Tennessee studying marketing and event planning & design. Originally from Annapolis, Maryland, I've been babysitting since I was 15, with a mix of...
Emerson can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Lydia H.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience working in a preschool with children between the ages of 2-5, and am currently employed at a local childrens academy where I primarily care for infants as young as six weeks up to toddler age. I also have 2+ years of paid experience teaching various community education classes to children ages...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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