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Maura R.

Experienced, Enthusiastic, Reliable Caretaker

Asheville, NC

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$17/hr
10 years experience
My love and passion for enriching the lives of children combined with experience and education in childcare makes me uniquely suited for this position. Through teaching, counseling and nursing I have gained a rich history of knowledge to enhance the care I give. Right now, as an ABA therapist, I provide behavior therapy and...
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Special Needs Care

Asheville, NC

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I've worked in this field am looking to pick up 1-2 days/week. I am passionate about care. Currently I work with a special needs child who is returning part time to school. Have references.
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Empathic Light Worker Of ALL Beings

Mills River, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! My name is Anita and I am 47 years young! I have three children who I adore and I'm looking for part-time work, between 10-20 hours a week. I love helping, taking care of and guiding people. My experience is vast and diversified. I've worked many years with youth at-risk, individuals with disabilities and people...
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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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Waynesville, NC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Maggie Valley, NC

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$18/hr
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Asheville, NC

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Learn And Grow With Jeanette

Brevard, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Special Needs Caregiver

Maggie Valley, NC

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$15/hr
2 years experience
As an instructor with horses, I volunteered with the horses for the handicapped program helping special needs children. When they got on the horses, it brought a brightness in their eyes. I loved this program very much and loved working with the children. I was also an instructor in Florida for an 8-year-old boy with MS. I...
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Compassionate And Fun Carergiver

Asheville, NC

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Hi! I'm Amy and I have worked people with Intellectual and developmental disabilities. individually with adults with intellectual disabilities. I am sincerely passionate about the IDD population. I have a person centered approach. I'd describe my personality as upbeat, funny and compassionate. I'm looking for a job that has...
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Arden, NC

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
transportation
respite care
meal prep
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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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Senior

Brevard, NC

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Errands
meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
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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Sylva, NC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Nanny/babysitter Looking For A Long Term Job With Family I Can Be A Part Of

Asheville, NC

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$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi. I'm Jess. I am a loving and experienced nanny who enjoys everything about childcare. I started watching children at a young age. My first childcare job was five days a week, before and after school, for a family with two kids. Since then, I have had many opportunity to work with all different kids. I have experience watching...
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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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RN / Mom / Care Provider / Special Needs OK

Asheville, NC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
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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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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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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Asheville, NC

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
I am an Asheville native, 22 years old. I have had three years of education at WCU in SPED general and adapted curriculum. I have experience working in a developmental day program with toddlers. I am passionate about working with and advocating for people with special needs and especially those who communicate differently. I...
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