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Kathryn O.

PART-TIME

Kathryn O.

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Huntsville, AL

$25-30

Hourly rate

10

Years exp.

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Meet Kathryn

40yrs

female

Speaks English

I'm an experienced special needs caregiver with a Master's degree and 15+ years supporting children, teens, and young adults with autism, ADHD, sensory...

I'm an experienced special needs caregiver with a Master's degree and 15+ years supporting children, teens, and young adults with autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences, speech/language challenges, and behavioral needs. I'm trained in ABA but take a flexible, relationship-first approach that's neurodiversity-affirming and child-led. I've worked with clients from ages 1 to 21, supporting emotional regulation, executive functioning, and self-advocacy. I collaborate well with care teams, and I'm also available for one-on-one mentoring with older neurodivergent teens or young adults navigating independence or big transitions. I'm comfortable supporting clients at home or out in the community - whether it's running errands, attending activities, or practicing real-world skills. I'm also a certified scuba instructor, adaptive diving specialist, and First Aid/CPR/AED instructor. Rates: $25-30/hr. Short-term & part-time only. Message me to discuss fit.

Highlights

  • Non-smoker
  • Comfortable with pets
  • Infant (up to 12 months)
  • Youth (1 to 11 years)
  • Teen (12-17 years)
  • Adult (18-64 years)
  • ADD
  • ADHD
  • Aspergers
  • Autism
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Blindness/visual impairment
  • Cognitive disabilities
  • Deafness
  • Dyslexia
  • Developmental delays
  • Down syndrome
  • Mental illness
  • Mobility challenges
  • Pervasive Developmental Disorder
  • Rett Syndrome
  • Sensory Integration Disorder
  • Willing to care for sick kids
  • Speech delay
  • Spinal cord injury
  • CPR training
  • First Aid training
  • Special education credentials
  • Kathryn can also help with:

    Errands/shopping
    Laundry
    Meal preparation

    Most recent review

    Lauren M.

    May 6th, 2021

    Katy has been absolutely incredible and has gone above and beyond with our kiddos, one of whom is a 5 year old with medical complexities and special needs. She is revolutionizing our household in the sweetest way possible and I couldn't speak highly enough of her. I wish she could spend every day with us!

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    Education

    University College London

    Graduate Degree

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