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Ette | Brisbane Featured

From $30 per hour /hr
Age: 66
Experience: 10+ Years
Brisbane

1 1 Verification Hired x 2

Broad experience from birth. Both normal and special needs children.

| I have raised two children from birth, and now also have two Grandchildren My youngest child, my daughter now 38 years is fine/normal but with allergies. She is now a Mother herself. My oldest child received brain injury through medical negligence from birth and from this has cerebral palsy with allergies. I still help with his care regularly now. Hence I have experience with normal babies into adulthood and injured babies into adulthood.

She was wonderful and thorough would highly recommend her services."

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Reviewed by Tegan T.

Amanda | Hobart Featured

From $25 per hour /hr
Age: 59
Experience: 10+ Years
Hobart

8 Hired x 5

Amanda , experienced babysitter and carer

| I am an experienced paediatric nurse and qualified to care for kids. I have a diverse skill set, this includes managing children with special needs. I am looking for positions for any child minding/nanny duties even if that is just babysitting. I am up to date with all areas of first aid. I educate myself and keep updated on changing facets of child development . I work fast in an emergency. I know how to administer CPR and administer Epipens. I keep parents and carers always updated . I never do anything outside my role

Excellent communication with Amanda."

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Reviewed by Katherine R.

Julia | Brisbane Featured

From $20 per hour /hr
Age: 39
Experience: 10+ Years
Brisbane

6 1 Verification Hired Once

I’m a Mum to 3 gorgeous tween/teen girls & a NDIS support worker. Avid Animal lover.

| I love children and working 1:1 with children. My experience is with my own children and my families children and my NDIS support worker experience. I love to engage in arts and crafts and abilities and talents your child has interest and talent in. I am bubbly yet very calm and affirmative,

We never imagined that we would find anyone like Julia. She is the kindest, most thoughtful person we have ever met. The gentle love and understanding she has shown to our anxious toy poodle Stanley was exceptional. Even our vet commented on Stanley’s state of mind when he saw him. We cannot praise Julia enough. She is amazing. Kind regards "

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Reviewed by Shian A.

Kathy | Cairns

From $28 per hour /hr
Age: 56
Cairns

1 1 Verification Hired Once

Diploma qualified with 14 years experience

| Experienced support worker within children's services for 14 years. Experience with delayed development and Autism. I'm kind patient and understanding with a firm consistent approach. I believe in working with the child to compromise and allowing choice to achieve positive results.

Denise | Greater Geelong

From $45 per hour /hr
Age: 61
Experience: 10+ Years
Greater Geelong

2 Hired Once

Teacher for people living with additional needs

| I have been a teacher all my life. 20 years in primary teaching and 15 years in special education. I can assist with school work, social/relationship skills, community access, life skills. I am a fun loving experienced teacher. I have a child centred approach and encourage exploration and discovery through presenting opportunities and lively discussions. I love to witness the development and growth of young minds and personalities. Education to me is not just about academics but is inclusive of the 'hidden curriculum' that being social, emotional, self-worth and physical wellbeing.

Denise is absolutely wonderful. She is extreemly capable, kind, diligent and caring with our baby boy. We are thrilled to have found her."

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Reviewed by Laura A.

Did you know...

The average hourly rate for special needs carers in Australia is between $29 and $37

Jocelyn Constanza | Brisbane Featured

From $22 per hour /hr
Age: 32
Experience: 9 Years
Brisbane

5 1 Verification Hired x 2

I am empathetic, self-taught, adaptive, understanding, patient and loving, I love my job

| I am an occupational therapist and I focus on people with different abilities, limitations, environmental suitability, etc.

Jocelyn has been amazing for our family! She is punctual, reliable, thoughtful and diligent in her work. She cares about the children and makes sure they are kept happy and leaves the house immaculate and tidy. She shows initiative and does extra tasks without being asked. We would highly recommend her to any family.u"

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Reviewed by Rekha C.

Lisa | Sunshine Coast

From $30 per hour /hr
Age: 58
Experience: 10+ Years
Sunshine Coast

4 1 Verification Hired x 3

I love to support and care for people in need.

| I have looked after and cared for my elderly parents for 10 years. My mum was diagnosed with Parkinson’s then Lewy Body Dementia and I devoted my days to support, nurture and love her to enable her to have a quality of life that was rich and fulfilled to the best of her ability.

Lisa is absolutely Phenomenal with our son! I honestly want to give her as many hours as possible! so incredibly happy with what she provides with our family and how she has become a part of it so gracefully! i love having you with us Lisa!"

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Reviewed by Casey W.

Gabriel | Brisbane

From $30 per hour /hr
Age: 37
Experience: 4 Years
Brisbane

1 1 Verification Hired Once

General practitioner with experience in intensive care unit and emergency department

| I am Gabriel , I am from Colombia and I am a General Doctor with four years of experience in the intensive care and emergency unit in Cali, Colombia. I have been in Australia for 2 years, currently I am studying EMP (English for Medical Professionals) in Lexis. my career I have been known for being extremely well organized in every task that I perform and also for being a hard-working and energetic team member. I am a positive, vibrant person and I have a high level of perseverance and passion for the projects that I work on. I value honesty, integrity and transparency.

Pem | Brisbane

From $30 per hour /hr
Age: 28
Experience: 2 Years
Brisbane

1 1 Verification Hired Once

Hello, My name is Pem. I am have certificate III in Aged care, Disability and Community Services.

| Hello there, I am from originally from Bhutan. I worked as a baby sitter for more than 2 years before getting into Aged Care and Disability Care which I am doing it for 2 years and going. I have experience working with people with various disabilities, aged people who need personal care assistance and with kids aged between 7months - 18 years. I have Blue Card and a Yellow Card along with first Aid certificate. I drive my own car with more than 10years of driving experience. Please send me a message for further inquiry. Thank you for your time.

Trina | Sunshine Coast

From $25 per hour /hr
Age: 39
Experience: 10+ Years
Sunshine Coast

1 Hired Once

Trained Primary School & Special Education Teacher with 14 years experience.

| I am a Trained Primary School & Special Education Teacher with over 14 years teaching experience within this area. More recently I worked as a Master teacher coaching adults within Special Education Schools. I'm currently looking for casual work within this area whilst I'm on leave with my 2 little kids.

Micaela | Brisbane

From $28 per hour /hr
Age: 33
Brisbane

2 Hired Once

I'm a 27 years old Doctor. Special needs caregiver.

| I'm a doctor with three years of experience. Also I have been working in Aged care and as a babysitter in Australia for six months. I have experience caring caring for special needs patients. Special needs caregiver.

I hired Micaela to help with some personal care. But I got much more than i bargained for. She is an absolute delight. Rapidly becoming quite fluent in English, she is excellent company. She is fastidious in her cleaning, generous in her cooking. Totally independent using a “goCard” and our public transport. She has never been late for work. She is trustworthy and neat in her grooming"

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Reviewed by Carmel S.

Eimmy | Brisbane

From $30 per hour /hr
Age: 30
Experience: 2 Years
Brisbane

thanks so much, we are in contact

| Best regard My name is Eimmy, I am from Colombia and I am 29 years old; In my country I am a professional in the area of education, I am a teacher of Chemistry and Biology in primary and secondary schools. Due to my profession, I have experience caring for children, in large groups or individually, all my life I have been characterized by having empathy with children and that is why I decided to be a teacher, I love helping others and more if it is about small children, i like help in different situations doesn’t matter if is with some condition special i work with kids with different problem of health. I have no problem helping with housework, I have also done it in my country and I always strive to do my best; I am a responsible, respectful, careful and honest woman with the tasks or obligations of my work.

Eimmy has been working with our family for a year and she is fantastic. My kids love her and she is very helpful, jumping in wherever needed. She does cleaning, cooking and helps us with the kids including babysitting. We have two boys aged 18 months and almost 4. I would recommend Eimmy for any babysitting, cleaning or nannying job."

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Reviewed by Vivienne M.