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I am a certified special education and elementary education, teacher, looking for a part-time position, helping children with special needs. I have four of my own children who I homeschooled the last 10 years and just looking to be a blessing to help special needs students achieve their goals and love and encourage them to be...
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I am a retired teacher and principal with Metro Nashville Schools. I have cared for many students with disabilities and was responsible for making sure that our school was in compliance with the care of students and families with various types of medical, emotional and mental differences; asthma, food allergies, physical...
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I have been working with children for the past 7-8 years in the position of a babysitter, nanny, daycare assistant, preschool teacher, and remote learning assistant. I have worked with all ages from newborn and special needs to 16 years old. I also enjoy watching children grow and learn, helping them as they grow and face new...
Hannah R.
Old Hickory, TN
$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Responsible College Student (CLS/Respite Aide During School Year)
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Responsible college student (CLS/Respite Aide during school year). Attending college in Michigan and am home for the summer.
Roseann J.
Old Hickory, TN
$16-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Elementary And Special Ed, Education Teacher
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Hi, I am a certified special education and elementary education teacher looking for a part-time job. I have four of my own children who are all teenagers now & I'm a single mother looking to be a blessing to someone else's family. I also am an Italian cook and wrote an Italian cookbook so I know how to make great meals or simple...
Brittany R.
Old Hickory, TN
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi!
I have about four years combined experience in childcare. I have been a babysitter, a nanny, worked in an in-home daycare, and a professional daycare. Most recently I spent about two years as a lead infant teacher for a daycare chain. When I had my "class" of infants (6weeks-1 years) I made sure we did an art project...
Ahree K.
Old Hickory, TN
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Joyful, Energetic, Educated And Nurturing Full-time Caregiver For all Ages.
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Professional educator/arts director for over 25 yrs for all ages in multiple public and private school settings.
Owner operated private school for 11 yrs, specializing with developmental lags and ADHD.
Professional family assistant, nanny 5 yrs. Multiples is great, love to work with siblings!
Specialize in under served and...
Kebeh J.
Nashville, TN
$25-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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I have cared for hospice, dementia, and in all aspects of daily living. I love making a difference in other people's lives. Also my brother was a special needs patient so I've been caring for people my whole life.
5.0
"Kebeh is the most amazing caregiver. She helped my parents for almost 2 years and her care, concern, and professionalism are unparalleled. She is cool under pressure, patient, thoughtful, respectful, and...
Reviewed by Vera F.
Andrea S.
Nashville, TN
$30-32/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello there! About 4 years ago I moved to Nashville and left my jobs I held back home, both working with kids. I was an aide in a special needs classroom in the mornings and a toddler teacher at a daycare in the afternoons. Since moving to nashville I have nannied for some amazing families and created friendships that will last...
5.0
"I cannot recommend Andrea enough. She is warm and kind and super responsible and just a true joy to work with. She can be trusted with literally any task and not only completes them, she does so with excellence...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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Outgoing, perceptive, inventive and loving personality with passion and experience for working with children of all ages (infant-teen). I'm an experienced Nanny with over 10 years history of successful and productive engagements with a variety of families and have experience as a live-in Nanny and Household Manager, a travel...
5.0
"Ruth was wonderful!! We will definitely use her again!! Our son and dog both had a great time!! So lucky to find such a great sitter!!"
Reviewed by Catherine G.
4.0
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Hello: My name is Princess. I am mature, professional nanny with over 20 years experience. I am experience in keeping multiple children, twins and triplets. I have cared for children from newborn to adults. I specialize in infant and toddler care. I am available to travel with families. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified. I...
5.0
"Princess has been a joy to work with from day 1! She is caring and thoughtful with our baby girl and has helped her develop new skills (longer naps, responding to her name, independent play, etc). Princess...
Reviewed by Teresa B.
5.0
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I have cared for ages 2 months to 15 years. I have experience caring for special needs children. I can cook, clean, tutor, or anything you pretty much need me to do. I have worked as a substitute teacher, teaching assistant, a pre-school as an assistant teacher and also worked with the after school program. When I care for a...
5.0
"Alena was absolutely wonderful with our 8 month old baby and 5 year old. She was always on time, never called off, and took great care of my kids. We only canceled our service with her due to an opening in a...
Reviewed by Devan B.
5.0
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Hi! I've been working with multiple families in the Nashville area since moving here in January 2022. One of my kids is starting preschool so I have availability on Mondays and Wednesdays!
I've worked with all ages! I have worked a few nanny shares and they are great!
I'd describe my personality as energetic, respectful, and...
5.0
"Alexa was great with my children, she even brought a craft to do with them. My 12 year old said she had so much fun and really liked her. We hope she is available for our date night!"
Reviewed by Candy W.
5.0
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Hello and thank you for looking at my page! I'm Melody and I hope you are well! I'm a 28-year-old Social Worker. I have been a nanny for babies a few weeks old up into their teens, and I have also cared for multiples, twins, and children with special needs. I do not smoke and I have my own car. I have also been a house...
5.0
"My children and I have been communicating with Ms. Melody some time now, and I truly feel she is a wonderful young lady. She is pursuing her educational goals and dreams at a stead fast pace, and stays busy....
Reviewed by Kira H.
4.7
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I have been caring for children professionally for 25 years and I have a degree in Psychology with minors in Child Development and Statistics. I am also qualified as a Newborn Specialist. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages and with special needs. I am comfortable caring for many children at the same time. I...
5.0
"Our family has worked with Kristin for many years and she has always been like a part of the family. She's so caring and detailed that when we've called her we can trust that she has everything handled....
Reviewed by Mike J.
Jina S.
Mount Juliet, TN
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Sweet, Fun Babysitter Who's Becoming A Teacher, Can Handle Twins
5.0
(1)
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Hi, my name is Jina I love babysitting.
I have experience babysitting twin 3-year-olds till they were 7 years old. I have watched an 11-year-old over last summer and 5 dogs. I have my bachelor's degree in Tourism Hospitality Management and minor in business, I have my associates degree in science. I was going to be an elementary...
Claire F.
Hendersonville, TN
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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Hi, I'm Claire! I've always felt called to love on little ones and enjoy spending time with kids. As an individual, I am kind, compassionate, and optimistic. I just graduated from the University of Tennessee and am now working as a Pediatric Cardiology Nurse at Children's Hospital of Alabama. Before that, I worked as a nurse...
5.0
"Claire has baby sat our family for over 5 years. We have two children a boy and a girl and they ask for Claire regularly. She is absolutely great with kids. Plus as an adult, I find Claire to be mature...
Reviewed by Rosanne B.
Danielle C.
Nashville, TN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I'm 23, I work for an animal sanctuary, and I have been a sitter for almost half my life. I have experience with children of all ages, multiple kiddos, and special needs. Starting with my younger siblings, then as a mothers helper when I was 13, I was hired as a pre-school teacher, I've worked at two different churches in...
5.0
"Danielle is a wonderful and attentive caregiver. She is amazing with engaging with kiddos, finding interest in their interests, and keeping your kids safe! "
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Rachel G.
Hermitage, TN
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi there! My name is Rachel and I am a school psychologist. I received my Specialist degree in May of 2021, and currently work in schools in the Nashville area. My entire life I've had a passion for caring for children, and have experiences with children of all ages, from two months into adolescence. I have watched children with...
5.0
"Rachel has worked with our family for the past year and my kids adore her! She's responsible, dependable and I always know my kids are happy when she's with them! "
Reviewed by Leigh H.
5.0
(1)
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My journey with music led me to Nashville, my love for children, and my obsession with music and how it affects the brain landed me a position working with a child who suffered from a brain injury. What I learned from that experience was life-changing. I have six years of experience working with families doing private childcare,...
5.0
"Angela was our full time nanny for 1 year then continued to nanny for us part time for 2 more years. To say we adore her is an understatement. We are a challenging family (4 kids - 1 with severe special needs,...
Reviewed by Elizabeth D.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Old Hickory, TN
Kebeh J.
5.0
Kebeh is the absolute best. She cared for my Mother in the most sacred and loving way full-time for two years She treated my Mother with respect and dignity and loved her in the most beautiful way. She assisted my Daddy in so many ways-with Mother and with helping him with all kinds of household...
- Laura B.
Andrea S.
5.0
I cannot recommend Andrea enough. She is warm and kind and super responsible and just a true joy to work with. She can be trusted with literally any task and not only completes them, she does so with excellence — always going above and beyond what was required. She is the kind of person who can...
- Care member
Ruth W.
5.0
Ruth was wonderful!! We will definitely use her again!! Our son and dog both had a great time!! So lucky to find such a great sitter!!
- Catherine G.
Princess M.
5.0
Princess has been a joy to work with from day 1! She is caring and thoughtful with our baby girl and has helped her develop new skills (longer naps, responding to her name, independent play, etc). Princess would absolutely be an asset in anyone's home and a sweet but firm caregiver to any child. We...
- Teresa B.
Alena C.
5.0
Alena was absolutely wonderful with our 8 month old baby and 5 year old. She was always on time, never called off, and took great care of my kids. We only canceled our service with her due to an opening in a licensed daycare. She's a wonderful sitter!
- Devan B.
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