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Hadley P.

Knoxville, TN

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
Hi, my name is Hadley. I am a Mom of 7. Four biological children and three adopted. At the age of 11 I began babysitting for a family with 5 kids. That's when I realized my desire to nurture and care for children and I have done that ever since. I am loving, patient, and pour my heart and soul into everything that I do. My...
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Knoxville, TN

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
4 years experience
I have 8 years of experience caring for children. Since moving to Fayetteville 2 years ago, I have started caring for multiple autistic children, so that is mostly what I am looking for. I'm a big believer in acknowledging all emotions but not tolerating all behaviors and redirecting my kids so they can express those emotions in...

Darian W. says "Kerigan has helped me with so much-from pet care, to last minute needs for a multitude of things! She's extremely good with all animals and is very...

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Special Needs Caregiver

Knoxville, TN

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Grace and I am a Junior in the nursing program at University of Tennessee, Knoxville! I absolutely love working with kids and hope to be a pediatric nurse. My true passion is working with the disability community. For the last five years I have worked at a camp for individuals with disabilities that serves...
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Teacher Available To Baby Sit, Tutor, Pet Sit, Experienced With Special Needs

Knoxville, TN

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
I have been babysitting for families since I was in high school. I am a local elementary teacher and have worked with every age group (newborn through 12th grade) and every variety of special need. I have experience as a nanny and as a postpartum doula. As a doula, I worked with newborns and their families, often providing...
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Caring CPR-certified Childcare Provider With Special-needs Training Experience, And A Heart For Kids

Knoxville, TN

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Heaven, and I'm 22 years old. I have experience working with children of different ages and enjoy creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment for them. I'm patient and enjoy getting to know each child's personality, interests, and individual needs. I'm comfortable helping with meals, homework, playtime,...
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Experienced With Special Needs

Knoxville, TN

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$10/hr
10 years experience
One of my first nannying jobs was caring for my niece who was born with brittle bone disease while her mother finished medical school. While she was a toddler, there were OT appointments and exercises, and medical concerns. As she has grown up, I have been touched by how strong she is, and amazed at the challenges she faces as...
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Special Needs Education And Care Specialist

Knoxville, TN

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$25/hr
6 years experience
With a Master's in Holistic Education (perfect GPA) and summa cum laude in Elementary Education, I offer extensive experience in special needs education. I've worked with students of all ages, including those with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, cognitive processing disorders, sensory processing disorders, fetal alcohol syndrome, Down...
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Future Special Education Teacher With Lots Of Experience

Knoxville, TN

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$13/hr
7 years 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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Special Education Teacher

Knoxville, TN

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I am in my sixth year working in special education. I currently teach a self contained classroom for students with autism, but have previously worked in behavior support roles in classrooms. I enjoy bridging academic skill practice with functional life skills through different activities based on preferred activities. Since I am...
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Knoxville, TN

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$12/hr
3 years experience
My name is Michaela , I al originally from South Carolina. I have worked with people who have a disability since I was in the 4th grade I am now 21. I started with cheerleading just helping out with the special needs team, and fell in love with it which made my continue doing what I love. Going into middle school and high school...
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I Am Looking For A Family Oriented Workforce With The Potential Of Growth Within The Company

Knoxville, TN

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with mental disabled adults since 2014. It has taught me so much individually and has enabled me to grow as an individual
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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Knoxville, TN

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$10/hr
I have just graduated from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and received a passing score on my NBCOT board exam. I am extremely passionate about helping people and caring for those who have different needs and unique minds. I loved my clinical experience providing occupational therapy for pediatrics who...
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Part-Time or Full-Time Caregiver

Knoxville, TN

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with all ages and all types of physical and mental illness including, but not limited to, the following; burn victims, epilepsy, ADD/ADHD, bi-polar, schizophrenia, anxiety, depression, Alzheimer's, M. S., fibromyalgia, autism, cancer patients, muscular dystrophy, borderline personality disorder, cerebral palsy,...
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Knoxville, TN

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$14/hr
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Knoxville, TN

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$18/hr
1 year experience
My name is Hope and I've worked as a Registered Behavior Technician for a little over a year! I am also currently in school for my master's in ABA. I work primarily with ages children with ASD from ages 2-9. I also have several years of pain experience with infants and toddlers. In the past, I have taken a CNA course and know...
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Knoxville, TN

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I have been a caregiver to a 12-year-old boy with cerebral palsey. I have also cared for a 30-year-old woman with traumatic brain injury. Both of these needed full care including feeding, bathing, and medication management . I have also lived with ( as a paid position) persons with developmental delays. Some qualities I possess...
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Part-Time Child Caregiver

Knoxville, TN

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I started working with special needs as a camp counselor. During that time, I met a girl with autism who really made an impact on me. I was already majoring in Park and Recreation Management, but after that summer, I decided to add a major in Therapeutic Recreation. I have always enjoyed working with kids from babysitting my...
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Knoxville, TN

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$11/hr
6 years experience
Hi! I'm Mattie & I'm new to Sumter. I moved here in the middle of June to be with my partner who is stationed at Shaw AFB. I've worked with special needs now for about 6 years. I was a nanny to a young girl who had sensory issues & learning disabilities. I have also worked with individuals with Down syndrome, severe epilepsy,...
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Experienced Caregiver Personal Care Assistant Available Full Time Mature & Experienced

Knoxville, TN

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I grew up in a house hold with 2 special family members , my uncle with cerebral palsy and my great grandmother with Alzheimer's .
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Autism Specialist

Knoxville, TN

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$16/hr
6 years experience
I love kids with autism, and volunteered with students with disabilities at my university so much that they eventually hired me. I then got married and had kids myself, two of which are on the spectrum! One is a boy who needs help blocking out too much sensory input, and the other is a girl who can't get enough sensory input! So...
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