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Julianna L.

Asheville, NC

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Caring for children is truly my passion. I have 9 years of experience, including 5 years in early childhood education at a private Christian school and 1 year working with children with special needs. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, patient, dependable, and comfortable caring for up to four children. I love outdoor play, learning...
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Cullowhee, NC

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Hannah, a pre-nursing student. I am passionate about providing loving care and companionship to the elderly and special needs community. As a close relative to two special needs adults, I have a lifetime of experience relating with and supporting those with mental disabilities. Providing not only quality care but a...
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Waynesville, NC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have over 30 years of nursing experience as well as being a case manager for special needs children. I love children and enjoy spending time with them. I am flexible in my hours of availability. I can provide references if desired.
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Asheville, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Liza. I have over 25 years of professional childcare experience to include special education instructor, Montessori assistant, nanny, in-home daycare provider, mother of two girls ages 12 and 10. I have worked with all ages infant-teen. Thank you for your consideration, looking forward to meeting your family.
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Haleigh S.'s Photo

Maggie Valley, NC

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$18/hr
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
Mom to two kids with special needs experience. Welcome to drop off at my house if you're interested in socialization with younger kids or can be available solo in evenings and weekends to come to you!
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Becky H.'s Photo

Asheville, NC

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I am an outpatient therapist that works with a variety of ages. I started out in this field by working as one on one support with teenagers with special needs. I am CPR and first aid trained. Fluent in ASL.
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Sarah R.'s Photo

Leicester, NC

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Fostering a child's growth and development is my true passion. With three years of professional experience and a background as a former childcare director, I bring a calm, patient, and creative approach to every home. My expertise includes supporting children with trauma and special needs, and I am a Certified Teacher with...
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Cullowhee, NC

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Leah I have been in childcare business for about 7 years, 4 of which nannying. I have many references to provide that will describe me as reliable, communicative, and kind. I have enough experience caring for others to be flexible, to know how to handle everyday situations, and cater to the needs of the...
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Loving Child Care Provider

Waynesville, NC

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello - Prior to my paralegal career I worked for the Girl Scout Counsel in Rapid City, SD. I developed and implemented a program called Whiz Kids, which had an emphasis on math, science, and life skills. I traveled to the Cheyenne River, Rosebud, and Pine Ridge Indian reservations and worked with the girls in after school...
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Learn And Grow With Jeanette

Brevard, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
My name is Jeanette and I absolutely love children! I have worked with children of all ages in a multitude of capacities for the last 30 years. I have a degree in social work and am dedicated to making a positive difference in people's lives. I have 10 years of paid experience working with children, and 7 of those were as a...
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Senior

Brevard, NC

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
transportation
Not only have I cared for my own father in terms of errands, housekeeping, medication management and meal preparation, I also have paid experience with other seniors. From simple tasks around the house to transportation, I can help with all aspects. I currently am holding a position as a teacher assistant with special needs...
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Part-time Caregiver/Babysitter

Cullowhee, NC

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$12/hr
2 years experience
I am currently a Junior at Western Carolina University. I was a caregiver for a autistic 24-year-old. I helped him with daily goals that help him become more independent. I have a 23-year-old cousin who has cerebral palsy. During high school I worked a lot in the special needs program. I have always been passionate about...
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Arden, NC

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
respite care
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
20 years experience of in home care for infants, school aged, special need adults , special needs children and elderly care. For most of my adult life I have always cared for someone. I went to school for Clinical Massage Therapy in 2012 and graduated with Honors. I will put your loved ones at ease and care for your home and...
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Loves Working With Kids With Special Needs

Asheville, NC

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I have a heart for helping kids especially those with special needs. I have worked with a boy with severe down syndrome and now I work part-time for a family with two kids, one of which has autism.
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Sylva, NC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have experience caring for children of all ages, and I specialize in providing support for children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have a masters degree in clinical psychology from Western Carolina University, where I focused on growing my knowledge of developmental psychology. I am passionate about being a safe...
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Josselin Z.'s Photo

Cullowhee, NC

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Nursing student with a passion for patient care. I have worked at Mission Health Hospital as a PSA in the ER. I mainly helped with behavioral health.
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Michael M.'s Photo

Maggie Valley, NC

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
My name is Michael and I specialize in assisting with special needs children. I've been assisting families for over 10 years and love to just provide some respite. I know the challenges of caring for a special needs child without really having any breaks. I am a strong dedicated worker who would be honored to stand with families...
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Full-time Infant/toddler/child Care For Working Family.

Waynesville, NC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
My name is Yvonne and I am a semi-retired RN who is CPR certified, an energetic and physically fit, mature woman who loves people of all ages! Allow me to help with your little one's child care needs so you can relax when you have to be away from them. Thank you, Yvonne
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RN / Mom / Care Provider / Special Needs OK

Asheville, NC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Love kids and elders (pets great too!) Happy to diversify and care for all sorts of people. Have some pediatric nursing care experience - most of my experience is from being a mother though :D NC RN
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Skilled And Trusted Caregiver

Leicester, NC

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a vast array of experience in the medical field, and feel comfortable and confident in my ability to provide compassionate and competent care for any individual no matter their age or ability. With over 30 years experience from mother/baby to med/surg and ICU, I have provided professional support to all age groups and...
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