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Lashonda J.


Birmingham, AL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant

5.0

(2)

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I have always liked working with individuals with special needs. I've supervised several group homes with Dungarvin and Arc of Jefferson County. I have also worked for 5 years with United Cerebral Palsy . My skills list include medication administration, CPR, First Aid, medical terminology and also training in teaching daily...
5.0
"LaShonda has been providing care for my adult son with physical disabilities. She is very attentive to details. She attends to his daily needs of bathing, dressing, transfers, as well as cooking and feeding. We...

Reviewed by Lauren W.

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Esther M.


Alabaster, AL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

part-time care giver available

5.0

(1)

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Am kind, loving and compasionate. I'm also dependable and consistent in what I do. Providing excellent care is what I strive to.
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Kenyata S.


Birmingham, AL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Hello my name is Kenyata, currently I'm a Certified Nurse Assistant/ Certified Patient Care Technician with more than 10 years of experience in the health care field. My skills included light housekeeping, meal preparation, personal hygiene, companionship, transferring clients, and errands. Please review my profile for more...
5.0
"Kenyata is awesome with my son. She's probably one of the best sitters I've ever had. She's sweet, dependable and an all around great person. What I love the most about Kenyata is that she gets right down on...

Reviewed by Aisha W.

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Morgan L.


Birmingham, AL

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have worked with many families to provide quality childcare services for 8 years. After obtaining my undergraduate degree in psychology, I moved to the Birmingham area with my husband. For the past year, I have worked as a registered behavioral technician providing therapy to young children with autism. Therefore, I feel...
5.0
"Morgan helped watch my kids and was amazing with them! They loved Morgan and would have the best time with her. She was great"

Reviewed by Matthew T.

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Julie S.


Birmingham, AL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher

5.0

(1)

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I love young children. Since moving back to Birmingham 7 years ago I became the lead infant teacher at a daycare in Vestavia. I was there for 3 years. I then became a nanny for a dentist. My family resided in Columbus, Ga for 13 years prior to my husband's job relocation here. I was a pre-K paraprofessional in a special needs...
5.0
"Julie was great with my toddler son. She has great energy and confidence. My son was at ease quickly with her and I would highly recommend Julie to any of my parent friends in a heartbeat. "

Reviewed by Kassie Y.

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Kaylee P.


Birmingham, AL

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hi, I'm Kaylee ! I am 20 and I absolutely love caring for individuals with special needs. I am currently enrolled at University's nursing program to become a nurse that specializes in disabilities/developmental disabilities! I worked at a camp for individuals (both adults and children) with disabilities and special needs of all...
5.0
"Kaylee was really liked by our family. She would continue to work for us, but she is away to college now. We can't wait for her to come back."

Reviewed by Julie H.

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Latin J.


Bessemer, AL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Full-Time Childcare Provider

5.0

(2)

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I have been working with children (off/on) since 2013. I have worked in schools (elementary and middle), I have worked in daycares, I have worked with children with special needs. I am comfortable with all ages. I love music, crafts, reading, and I love outdoors . CPR/First Aid certified. I am a Christian, so I take my faith...
5.0
"She loves playing with the children. Is extremely musically inclined and uses that to help get children involved and entertain them. My children loved it! She is a sweet spirit."

Reviewed by Gloria C.

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Sarah Grace K.


Birmingham, AL

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver: Flexible Hours!

5.0

(1)

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I have been babysitting for several years and have nannied for a cumulative of three years. I have experience with all age groups, including experience with children with autism and various physical special needs. I have been responsible for cooking, clean-up, constructive play, tutoring, bed time, and more! I am willing to...
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Carley H.


Birmingham, AL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

15 Plus Years Experience, Fun And Reliable Sitter

3.7

(3)

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Hey yall:) My name is Carley I offer a wide verity of services! Which include, Baby sitting's, date night, elderly care giving, pet sitting and house sitting! I also offer school drop offs, pickups and appointment assistance! I have been watching children for 16 plus years and have worked with the elderly for 10 plus years! My...
5.0
"Carley was amazing! She really took the time to meet us and understand our kids and family and their needs! Very observant and kept us posted on the kids adventures "

Reviewed by Care member

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Linda C.


Trussville, AL

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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I have experience with stroke victims as well as Alzheimer's. I have volunteered with autistic young adults and children. I have experience with MS and would love to help your family in any way needed. I am very willing to learn anything and all things needed to make life more enjoyable for anyone I care for.
5.0
"Kind, compassionate, professional care. Absolutely recommended."

Reviewed by Elizabeth H.

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Anna P.


Pelham, AL

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi I'm Anna, I am 26 years old. I'm currently taking a break from the University of Alabama for a degree in social work. I have experience with special needs through my little brother who has prader wili, mentoring through college, and babysitting. I have also volunteered at two local elementary schools in 2nd grade classes and...
5.0
"Anna covered after school for us. She was always on time, responsible and fun. I'd definitely hire her again!"

Reviewed by Virginia L.

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Josephine K.


Helena, AL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

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Hello! I hope you're having a great day! I'm a CNA, CPR and First Aid trained. I've worked in both the nursing homes as well in clients' homes. I'm a Christian. I love uplifting and taking care of my clients. The elderly is so dear to my heart. I am reliable and very honest. Have experience with Dementia care , Alzheimer's care...
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Kaylee P.


Birmingham, AL

$15-25/hr

Previous Senior And Disability Care Experience

1.0

(1)

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I have been caring for my grandmother who currently has Alzheimer's for several years now, along with my grandfather who passed away a few years ago. My grandmother is in an assisted living facility, but I visit her all the time when I am home from school. She is an absolute joy to be around, and I love spending time/caring for...
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Jackson D.


Birmingham, AL

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

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I have worked at 3 separate summer camps. I worked for a summer camp for children with special needs for 4 years. I then worked for a day camp in my hometown for a year and then for Kanakuk Kamps in Missouri last summer. I learned so much from each opportunity and thoroughly enjoy getting to care for children and pour into them!
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Maggie V.


Birmingham, AL

$20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello, I am a grad student studying occupational therapy at UAB. I have experience working with children (ages 2-6) with special needs as a behavior technician. Additionally, I assist in childcare at my church (ages 0-4). I am an active individual that loves to craft and play games.
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Meagan H.


Birmingham, AL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Outstanding Caregiver With Psychology Education

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I have spent many years caregiving for families with children with special needs and adults with disability. Originally I worked at an MDO and preschool, I then went on to work as a private caregiver. I have spent some time with agencies like United Cerebral Palsy, but the bulk of my time has been in private caregiving. My...
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Jillian M.


Birmingham, AL

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Therapist During The Day And Babysitter By Night!

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I have 10+ years of experience and have been working professionally with children in my speech therapy job for about 5 years. Additionally, I began babysitting back in my teenage years, providing me a total of 13 years of experience. I am comfortable with children with special needs as that is a huge part of my daytime career. I...
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Lauren C.


Birmingham, AL

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

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Hi! My name is Lauren. I am 24 years old. I have worked within child care for over 10 years. I worked as a babysitter for multiple families, as a counselor in after-school care for ages 6-8 years old, a summer camp counselor for the ages 5-12 years old, an assistant teacher for daycare for 14-month-old babies to the age of 4, an...
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Rachel L.


Birmingham, AL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Early Child Special Education Teacher

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I completed my master's in early childhood special education in 2021. Prior to that, I worked at United Ability Early Learning Center for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old with disabilities. I loved every moment of it and worked there for 2 years! I have been lucky to have worked as a K-4th grade self-contained teacher for...
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Chemutai E.


Alabaster, AL

$13-33/hr

Special Needs caregiver

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I have always work with patients with special needs at the hospital and comfort care. I love caring for and I have passion of doing it with whole heart, I treat anyone with special need like if they were my family I will love someone to treat them with love and care. I did work with patients who were completely bed rest at the...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chelsea, AL

Lashonda J.

5.0

LaShonda has been providing care for my adult son with physical disabilities. She is very attentive to details. She attends to his daily needs of bathing, dressing, transfers, as well as cooking and feeding. We are thankful we found her and for the care she provides. My son appreciates her care and...

- Lauren W.

Kenyata S.

5.0

Kenyata is awesome with my son. She's probably one of the best sitters I've ever had. She's sweet, dependable and an all around great person. What I love the most about Kenyata is that she gets right down on the floor with my son. I'm very pleased!

- Aisha W.

Morgan L.

5.0

Morgan helped watch my kids and was amazing with them! They loved Morgan and would have the best time with her. She was great

- Matthew T.

Julie S.

5.0

Julie was great with my toddler son. She has great energy and confidence. My son was at ease quickly with her and I would highly recommend Julie to any of my parent friends in a heartbeat.

- Kassie Y.

Kaylee P.

5.0

Kaylee was really liked by our family. She would continue to work for us, but she is away to college now. We can't wait for her to come back.

- Julie H.

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