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I have cared for two people professionally with challenges deafness with cochlear implants, and a mitochondrial disease. I can also cared for someone with Down syndrome and someone with autism spectrum disorder. I think everyone should be treated the same in some ways and I love showing people with disorders that there is...
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- $20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Registered Nurse with a BSN degree with past experience in direct patient care in skilled nursing and rehabilitation environments and Hospice care. I also have experience in patients with dementia and have worked as a RN Supervisor in long term care. Currently, I am looking to use my experience and compassion to help...
Kari W. says "I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities....
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- $27/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Nurturing children and supporting families has been my professional focus for the past 15 years. My background includes Early Child Development coursework and hands-on experience with special needs children, ensuring I provide informed, compassionate care for up to three children aged infant through pre-teen. I hold CPR Training...
Kelvin L. says "Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends time with them...
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Helping children grow and feel valued is my passion in life. With years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I bring a patient, creative, and a friendly approach to childcare. I have been involved in childcare (w and w/o special needs) from an early age and I can't see my life any other way....
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have 5+ years of experience professionally! I am also an oldest daughter in a family of 10 and have plenty of experience with care there. I have a background working with special needs--particularly children with downs. I graduated from Southern Virginia University with a degree in Theatre and a concentration in Vocal Studies...
I just finished my 4th year as a support staff in an Autistic classroom. I find helping people very fulfilling.
I have worked with children for about 10 years now. It started with baby sitting then I graduated high school with my early childhood education certificate. I moved on to a daycare where I learned how to care for children and keep the kiddos happy and safe. I nannied for a family of 2 boys where 1 boy was diagnosed with autism...
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- $10/hr
I am a certified nursing assistant. I have many years experience with infants to senior citizens. I have baby sat many children of my friends and all my nieces and nephews. My oldest nephew is 20 so I have a lot of experience with kids. I have 4 years experience with senior citizens and as a cna/rna.
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I have worked in restaurants and I have worked in day care settings. I have raised three of my own children as well as babysitting my neighbors and friends children. I love children of all ages. I just worked for a drug and alcohol rehab for 16 years for 50 teenage boys that I was basically their housemother. I prepared meals...
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- $10/hr
I have six nieces and nephews with varying forms of special needs. I really enjoy working with children with special needs, they are a joy to be around and working with them is challenging, but rewarding.
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I have grown up raising my six younger siblings and doing chores and shopping for my parents. I can help with school work, cleaning, arts and crafts and whatever else is needed. I have my license and a car with insurance. I have been certified in lifeguarding, AED, CPR, first aid, and Heimlich maneuver but this does need...
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- $22/hr
5 years experience
I have over 5 years of combined experience working in different health care settings including live-in private care, groups homes, and caregiving agencies. I am a certified CNA and have had many ongoing hours of training in the field. I have worked as a personal caregiver for individuals with Alzheimer's, stroke, cognitive, and...
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Lititz, PA
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- $22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a primary caregiver to a woman with MS for over 15 years. I am now with a referral agency and take care of mostly elderly and special need clients. I very much enjoy what I do and I treat your family like they are my own. I have some medical experience with certain issues. I've dealt with feeding tubes, catheters,...
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I practice mindfulness, empathy, and empowering others with choice.
My approach as an educator is to provide people with moments to be resilient. Resilience is strengthened by overcoming challenges with internal joy (intrinsic motivation).
I've worker as a substitute teacher in elementary, childcare worker after school,...
I'm currently an Assistant Director of a childcare center that has children ranging in age from 6 weeks old to 12 years old. I've been an employee for the same company for the last 18 years. Through all those years I've held positions in every classroom... Infants, Young Toddlers, Toddlers, Preschool, and Pre-K. I've also been...
I'd describe my personality as patient, empathetic and humorous.
I like working with kids because they're innocent and sometimes need an advocate.
I'm looking for a job that I look forward to and is fulfilling.
I started working with kids when I was kid myself, caring for my sister with special needs. I have two children of...
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Nurturing a child's growth and supporting families through reliable care is my true passion. With six years of experience, I bring a patient, creative, and approachable energy to every household. I am comfortable caring for up to four children, ranging from infants to pre-teens. My background includes First Aid Training and CPR...
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
I'm an experienced childcare provider living and working in Lancaster County, PA. I've worked as a nanny overseas, and have worked in local childcare settings as well.
I'd describe my personality as welcoming, curious, and creative.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to serve my community while still being flexible. My...
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- $15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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I have experience in childcare and babysitting, volunteered with children with special needs, taught garden and nutrition education in elementary schools, and I was a camp counsellor for 5 years. I have full-time employed for 3 years, after work availability only:) can teach about plants, school topics (up to calculus, majored...
My name is Japheth. I'm going by my life expenses. I am not educated or don't have license in Selby or anything like that. I don't have my CNA I don't have college degree behind my name. I care about special needs and elderly people. I had two kidney transplants. I know what Sizzer just makes a person feel like. I have several...
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