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Compassionate & Kind Nanny Willing To Assist In Short-term Care / Temporary Positions

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I am a career nanny in search of my next full time long-term position with a "unicorn family", working with both agencies and sites such as Care to find a great fit. I have over 7 years of professional nanny experience, and well over a decade of babysitting experience! Willing to work with children of all ages, and comfortable...

Kimberly L. says "Marilyn has cared for my 2yr old son and (newly) 5 year old daughter part time since January 2019. My kids adore her. She was also responsible for...

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Columbus, OH

4.6(1)
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$30/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I am a educator with 12 years of teaching experience. I babysit, house and pet sit, and tutor part time. For babysitting: $30/hr minimum and 2 hour minimum including light cleaning, bedtime, meals, homework, baths, and pool supervision. (Distance dependant as well). Pet sitting: $50 per day depending on location, animal needs...

Jessica B. says "Melana is very personable. She is kind and caring to everyone she meets. She listens to understand and has a heart of gold. She takes care of children as...

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Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

Columbus, OH

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 years of a experience working with children and adults who have special needs. More specifically autism and emotional behavior disorders. Furthermore, I have one year of experience as a certified home health aid. Lastly, I am CPR and first aid certified.
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My Experience In Special Needs

Columbus, OH

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$13/hr
Jill's Buddy Camp, a summer camp for preschool kids with special needs, was my first instance of working with special needs kids and fostered the development of my love for special needs kids. My love continued to grow when I started job shadowing at a music therapy group and got to volunteer at BRAAC which specialized in...
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Special Educator In Columbus

Columbus, OH

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Hello! I am a certified, licensed educator, who has worked with individuals with a range of disabilities professionally for almost a decade.
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Columbus, OH

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I am professionally trained and excited to help those of all ages, abilities, and levels of excitement. I have a wide range of experience and open availability. As a social worker I am easy to talk to and happy to help assist in any situation.
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Columbus, OH

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$11/hr
3 years experience
In summer of 2018 and winter of 2018 I worked as a camp counselor at a camp for persons with special needs. Each counselor had 1-3 campers depending on the direct care each camper needed. The campers were mainly children but ranged in ages from 8-30. We rotated campers each week so I have a wide variety of experience.
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Columbus, OH

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I'm Lorenzo, a Certified Nursing Assistant in Ohio with professional experience supporting children and individuals with special needs. I currently work in the Neurology and Neurosurgery unit at Nationwide Children's Hospital, where I care for patients with complex neurological and developmental conditions. This role has...
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Enthusiastic, Compassionate, Empathetic And Informed Care Provider

Columbus, OH

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hey y'all! I have been working with youth and adolescents since I was 18, but for the past several years, my focus has been on adolescents who need extra support around mental health and behavior. I have extensive experience working in challenging situations, with youth who experience severe emotional distress, behavioral...
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Columbus, OH

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am a former paraprofessional who is now a teacher. I have worked with children with multiple different types of developmental delays looking for a 20+ hours per week this summer.
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Certified Type B In Home Child Care Provider

Columbus, OH

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a Certified Type B in home Child Care provider. My journey providing childcare Started over 17 years while I was in high school. I graduated from Forthayes High School With a degree in early childhood education and care. From there I went on to become a lead teacher at Hilltop Child Care Center. I really enjoyed...
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Columbus, OH

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$15/hr
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, ambitious and kind I like working with kids because it gives me the opportunity to develop new purpose in my life's journey. I'm looking for a job that is flexible I started working with kids when 17 In my spare time, I like to write One thing you should know about me is I'm in...
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Program Manager

Columbus, OH

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I'm Shannon, and I'm a Program Manager for adults with developmental disabilities. I love engaging with my folks and integrating them into their communities! Happy to answer any questions you may have :)
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Columbus, OH

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$24/hr
6 years experience
My name is Kingsley. I am an independent provider certified through the Ohio Department of Health and Developmental disability. I have been working with individuals with developmental disability for about six plus years. I am passionate about helping people reach their full potential.
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Columbus, OH

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I am able to work with all types of people. I have worked in nursing homes and one on one, Also love teaching seated chair yoga, message me for more information, thank you!
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Columbus, OH

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$16/hr
Current School Psychology graduate student starting my internship year. I have experience working with students who have complex behavioral and emotional needs. I also have experience with counseling and educational support/ interventions. I have not received pay but I have 2 years (~500 hours) working in a separate school with...
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Experienced Teacher, Specialities In Montessori Philosophy And Special Needs Teaching

Columbus, OH

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! I go by Cherry, and I am 23 years old and I have 4 years of experience working with children, 3 years of which was spent as an assistant teacher at a Montessori school. At the school I specialized in working with special needs children, primarily those on the autism spectrum. I am passionate about working with children...
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Outdoorsy Nanny With Professional Childcare Experience

Columbus, OH

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello I'm Johnni! I have experience working with specialized needs children through the City of Columbus recreation and parks and have spent the last year in childcare. I currently attend the University of Cincinnati online pursuing my associates in child development. Majority of my experience specializes in working with...
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Columbus, OH

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
One thing you should know about me is I am currently a developmental specialist for toddlers with special needs. I am very aware of infant and toddler development and can plan various fun activities to support development and help them to hit milestones. My skills include baby signing, activity planning to promote development,...
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Columbus, OH

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$19/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
I have 3-4 years of experience in working with children ages 2-12. I have a lot of experience with children with special needs, specifically autism. I have experience working in direct clinical settings, as well as in a school setting. I am not a certified teacher, but I am able to assist your child with remote learning/school...
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