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Hadley P.

Knoxville, TN

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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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Caring Nurse/advocate For People With Special Needs

Knoxville, TN

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I'm a kind, fun loving stay at home mom of 2 boys. I'm also a registered nurse. Now that my boys are in school, I have more time to give to others. I have years of personal and professional experience helping and caring for children that have special needs. My 7-year-old son is on the autism spectrum. My nursing background...
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Special Needs Provider

Knoxville, TN

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$15/hr
4 years experience
My name is Sarah and my older brother has Down Syndrome so I have a lot of experience working with children with disabilities. I have been involved and president of Best Buddies a special education program in high school. In addition I have worked with babysitting children 0-5 with Down syndrome at club 21. I loved children with...
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Special Needs LPN

Knoxville, TN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am a Licensed Nurse with experience regarding PEG tubes, colostomy, catheterization, wound care, IV sites, etc. I am BLS certified, and I have a reliable insured vehicle.
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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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Part Time Care Giver: Weekends ONLY, Some Care In Evenings IF NEEDED

Knoxville, TN

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$10/hr
I am currently a graduate student studying to become a speech-language pathologist. I have had experience working with children of various needs including but not limited to ASD, down syndrome, CP, and cognitive impairments. I have had experience within a school setting as well as camp based settings for children with special...
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Registered Nurse

Knoxville, TN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I got my first half of my nursing training while I was active duty Air Force. I finished my RN in Arizona at Rio Salado College. I have a caring, professional, and upbeat personality. I am on time, dependable and will help you keep a positive outlook.
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Knoxville, TN

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$10/hr
6 years experience
I am 59 years old and I have retired from full time work with Knox County schools as a caregiver and work part time now in real estate management. I worked in special education for Knox County schools nearly 20 years ago. I home schooled our four sons in the 80's. Thank God they are now successful and well educated. My...
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Positivity Believer And Creativity Maker

Knoxville, TN

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$14/hr
5 years experience
As a school psychologist, I have worked collaboratively with diverse populations of families and educators. I constantly use my counseling and education training to improve student outcomes, primarily through collaboration with parents and teachers. Every day is an opportunity for children to grow, and every day I will respect,...
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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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Knoxville, TN

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I have lots of experience in ABA Therapy as an RBT in Phoenix, Arizona before I moved to Knoxville. I worked with 2-year-old twins and a 3 (now 4) year old all diagnosed with ASD. See my sitter profile for more info! I would love to work with your loved one of any age!
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Knoxville, TN

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I have several years of experience with special needs kids. I have worked at an after school program with kids of all ages, ranging from newborn to age 12. Many of the kids had learning disabilities, autism, and downs syndrome. I am CPR, first aid, and AED certified.
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Caregiver

Knoxville, TN

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$14/hr
I have experience in this field firsthand as my major was in child development and I have a Down syndrome younger brother and another one with ADHD. I also grew up babysitting from an early age.
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Knoxville, TN

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$19/hr
3 years experience
I have experience taking care of people with disabilities since my grandmother had severe dementia and I also have a brother with Williams Syndrome. I also have some medical knowledge as a nursing major at UTK. Those with disabilities require lots of care and patience, which I am more than able to provide. Also, I am very...
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Knoxville, TN

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$33/hr
I'm a National Registry Paramedic with a plethora of healthcare, pet, and life experience. I have a Master's Degree in Healthcare Innovation, Bachelor's in Behavior Analysis, and more.
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Reliable And Responsible

Knoxville, TN

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$15/hr
9 years experience
I am a CNA and CPR certfied. I'm very compassionate and patient. I have experience with multiple cases of special needs. I love to interact and make a difference. I am pro educational play! If you need my assistance please message me for my availability thanks! -Karley
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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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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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Knoxville, TN

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Medical technician certified, as well as Certified Nursing Assistant. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I have worked at an Assisted living memory care facility in Tampa Florida the last three years. I am very versed with experienced as well as am a Pre-medical fourth year student at Florida State University and am also...
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