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Abby P.


Fort Smith, AR

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Part Time Care Provider

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Hello all! I am currently a pre-k Special Education teacher in the Van Buren School District. I graduated from Missouri State University with my bachelor's degree in Special Education and a minor in American Sign Language. I have worked with children since I was 17 years old, including working at two different daycares,...
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Harley G.


Fort Smith, AR

$14-18/hr2 yrs exp

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I have six years of experience babysitting for family, and one year of experience nannying for others. I am comfortable with special needs children, as well as pets. I am currently 20 weeks pregnant with a boy due in July. I am looking to step away from my full time job to find a nanny job I can do before and after I give birth.
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Kayte J.


Fort Smith, AR

$12/hr1 yrs exp

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I have experience with many kids of all ages. I have been teaching dance classes to ages 3. 5-13 yros since I was 17! I have a little bit of experience with special needs, as my brother is autistic. I am also very responsible and has been told I am mature for my age. I have a reliable car, therefore, can run errands if needed as...
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Emilie P.


Van Buren, AR

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello I'm Emilie. I have been around special needs children since I was 8 years old . My brother was born with adhd , autism , depression, sensory disorder . And more . I was also a nanny for a 4-year-old who had odd and among other things . I have a caring patient heart and love working with children I am CPR trained, first...
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Ebony L.


Muldrow, OK

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Educational Sitter

5.0

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I am also a certified foster parent as well as a para professional for special needs children and I have work within the school system as well. I'd describe my personality as caring yet educationally goal oriented. I like working with kids because it makes me happy to see the parents as well as the children on the same...
5.0
"Ebony was awesome! She actually arrived early, which gave us more time to get to know her. She brought her daughter with her - my grand daughter loved to have someone close to her age to play with. We will...

Reviewed by Julianne W.

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Makayla B.


Alma, AR

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Amazing Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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I have a lot of experience working with children with special needs! I have spent a lot of time working with kids with autism! My long term goal is to become a registered behavior technician. I have been working with special needs since 2017, I've been a paraprofessional in the school district. I have worked with autism, CP,...
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Makayla B.


Alma, AR

$13-26/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

4.8

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I am 29 years old! I have been a nanny since 2012 and working with children since 2007. I am a mom to two wonderful girls and have reliable transportation. I have worked in the foster care homes in Idaho, the school district and with many kids with Autism and Special Needs. In Colorado I was ranked as one of the top Nanny's in...
5.0
"Makayla is BEYOND amazing. She always makes time when I need her, even when it's last minute. She takes great care of my son and always keeps me updated throughout the day. HIGHLY recommend!"

Reviewed by Kiki H.

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Julieah E.


Alma, AR

$13-25/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Life Skills Case Manager

5.0

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Hi, I'm Julieah, however I go by Leah. I am 38 years old. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in human development. Upon graduating with my bachelors in 2008 I have worked with I/DD adolescents and adults in treatment facilities, and in the community. I was a case manager, recreational assistant, and...
5.0
"Julieah was always on time, always professional, and ready to work. She treated my child with compassion and dignity. She was very easy for the whole family to be around."

Reviewed by Elizabeth N.

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Gracy F.


Greenwood, AR

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Care

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I worked as a direct care aide at Brownwood Life Care Center for a couple years and I've worked over a year at Home Instead Senior Care. From special needs to dementia care, house cleaning and bathing, I am confidently competent!
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Makayla B.


Alma, AR

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Loving, Kind, Patient And Gentle Caregiver

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Hello! I love working with the elderly! I currently just got hired so I am in the process of working towards my HCA license then to get my CNA license. I have been a nanny for the past 5 year and working with kids and elderly for 11 years. I have spent a lot of time volunteering in Nursing Homes! In 2012 I won an Award from...
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Tyann B.


Spiro, OK

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

My Name Is Tyann And I Absolutely Love Working With Kids Of All Ages. CPR Certified

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Hello my name is Tyann, I am 21 years old and I am currently working with special needs kids at a local school. I have worked with children and infants since I was 14 years old. I have worked in several different daycares/ in home nanny services and nursing home facilities. I am CPR certified, I have a completely clean record, a...
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Delaney F.


Spiro, OK

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I am Delaney and I am a online college student. I can cook, clean, and have been around animals all my life. I have no high risk medical problems and a clean record. I am a sitter that would like to know the goals and rules upfront. I believe in creating a structured environment and establish a routine in which you would...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fort Smith, AR

Ebony L.

5.0

Bonnie was so very kind and respectful. You can tell she loves working with children. She arrived early to meet us. We would love for her to keep our children again!

- Care member

Makayla B.

5.0

Makayla was so great with my son! She was always so gentle and kind to him, her spirit radiates! My son would get so excited to see her. She was always on time, and I felt comfortable knowing my son was in good hands. Would definitely recommend!

- Talisa A.

Julieah E.

5.0

Julieah was always on time, always professional, and ready to work. She treated my child with compassion and dignity. She was very easy for the whole family to be around.

- Elizabeth N.

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