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Carly G.


Coker, AL

$15/hr5 yrs exp

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I am very passionate about children! I have hands-on experience caring for children as young as 4 weeks up to 13 years old, including those that have special needs. My goal is to care for children in a daycare setting while providing them with an environment conducive to growing and learning to their full capacity. I grew up...
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Katy C.


Northport, AL

$13-50/hr10 yrs exp

Imagination Facilitator

5.0

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Hi, my name is Katy! I have 10 years of experience bringing smiles to children and teaching them in creative ways. I am the oldest of seven kids with the youngest being 2 years old. I have watched up to 13 children at a time. I have been a children's ministry intern at two mega-churches and I have worked with special needs...
5.0
"Kathryn is amazingly kind and intuitive. She works well with all types of people but especially children, elderly, and the disabled. She has an amazing knack to sense and situation and know how to respond. She...

Reviewed by Karen L.

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Sandra A.


Northport, AL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Every Need Is Special

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In the last 25 years of employment, I have worked several jobs. It wasn't until a few years ago when I began working at a group home for Special Need Adults that I realized my true purpose. I believe that my entire reason for being placed in this world is to care for others. But there is really something special about caring for...
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Samantha P.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$13-16/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Sammy. I am a sophomore at the University of Alabama and am looking to help out with babysitting in the area! I have had many steady babysitting jobs in the past and I also work with special needs kids as an aide in a school back at home. I can also help with driving the kids, doing laundry, dishes, and cleaning...

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Registered behavioral technical through the BACB. Experience in performing ABA therapy with adolescence in home, school, and daycare settings.
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Abigail D.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$17-26/hr1 yrs exp

Nursing Graduate

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Graduating from University of Alabama in May with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I have worked with special needs patients in clinicals and during my time as a patient care assistant at Brigham and Women's Hospital. I am very hardworking, energetic, bubbly, and kind! I love working with different patient populations...
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Abigail G.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

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I am the proud oldest sister to three awesome brothers, so I've been taking care of kids my whole life. Professionally speaking, I have been working in childcare from babysitting to working in nurseries for over 7 years now. I have the most experience with toddlers, but I am very comfortable with of children of all ages. I have...
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Myranda C.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny Or Part-time Babysitting

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I have had several years of experience with caring for children from infants to teens, including special needs children. Safety always comes first.
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Madeleine H.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello! I am a dependable and caring person who would be honored to take care of your loved ones! I am the oldest sister of 4 siblings, and have 3+ years of paid experience caring for children in both school and home settings. I have worked with children and young adults with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and have a...
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Sarah R.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Sarah, and I'm a junior at the University of Alabama studying accounting. I have availability every day of the week except Monday, with some limitations due to my class schedule. I have experience with all ages from working for another babysitting app with over 50 families. I am also willing to tutor in any...
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Isabel D.


Northport, AL

$12-17/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate And Dedicated Sitter

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Hi there! My name is Isabel & I am originally from Illinois, but I moved to Tuscaloosa five years ago to go to the university. I graduated this past August with a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education after about eight years of babysitting/working in daycares and preschools, a love for children, and enthusiasm to prepare...
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Lauren P.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$14-50/hr3 yrs exp

University Of Alabama Student, Lifeguard, CPR, And First Aid Certified

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I am a strong leader who is passionate about working with kids! I have experience at a public Elementary School, Summer Camps, Special Education Clubs and programs, Babysitting and more. I am also Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid trained and certified. I find joy in teaching and educating and am looking for a job in Jackson Hole,...
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Abigail C.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$10-15/hr

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

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I have had multiple experiences caring for people with special needs. In high school, I was part of the Best Buddies Program and was paired with a student with Down Syndrome. During this program, we did fun, social activities together. In college, I was a social mentor in the Crossing Points program. This program helps...
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Abigail C.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny

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Hi, I am Abigail! I am currently a Junior at the University of Alabama studying nursing. I am looking for a job this summer nannying and providing care for kids! I have been babysitting since early high school and I have cared for kids aged 7 months to 15 years old. I also can provide drop-off/pick-up, cleaning, and cooking....
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Tyeshia M.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Looking For A Babysitter?

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Hello, my name is Tyeshia M. I'm 23 years old, and I recently graduated from UWA in Livingston with my bachelor's in early childhood. Currently, I am working at a daycare, and I have been working there for 2 years. On my spare time I work in the nursery at the church or babysit if any needs me. I enjoy working with kids, and I...
5.0
"Tyeshia is a wonderful babysitter. She cares for my children like they are her own. We love her!"

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Shanda J.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$28/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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I'd describe my personality as lighthearted and empathetic while taking my responsibilities very seriously. I'm looking for a job that will give me the opportunity to provide care for someone who can no longer care for themselves. I have been caring for seniors for apx 5 years. My experience has been working in nursing homes as...
5.0
"Shanda was a caregiver for my mom from 12/2022 - 05/2023. My mom was 78 years old. She had Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) and Vascular Dementia. She was on Hospice and bed bound. She could not even roll onto...

Reviewed by Kathy B.

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Shaterria B.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

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Fun and caring babysitter or nanny with 5+ years of professional childcare experience with children ranging from 6 weeks up to 12 years, this includes children with special needs as well. I was employed at a daycare for 2 years and since COVID, I found in-home more enjoyable for me. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in...
5.0
"She was very sweet with my kids. My kids said they had fun with her. "

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Jaycie S.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Jaycie and I am a 25-year-old college student interested in helping out a family/parent with their child(ren). My husband is in law school at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, and is attending an externship position here for the spring semester (we will be here until late April). I have nine nieces and...
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Alexandra P.


Tuscaloosa, AL

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Social Worker Seeking Full Time Nanny Job

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I am a social worker (LMSW) who is moving back to the Tuscaloosa area and looking to take a break from social work. I love kids (the reason I got into social work) and have tons of experience with children of all ages! My family was a foster family growing up, I've worked in numerous nurseries and daycares, I've worked with...

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I cared for a 7-year-old girl who is cognitively delayed and nonverbal. I assist her with her eye gaze device so she can communicate with me. I also use sign language as a means to communicate with her. I mostly use one to two word signs. i. e. play, stand up, sit down, nap time, outside, etc. I was responsible for feeding,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Coker, AL

Katy C.

5.0

Kathryn has a large family with many siblings being the oldest. She has much experience with children working in homes as well as serving in churches leading children's ministry. She is a joy to serve alongside of. Has enthusiasm and is creative when working with kids.

- Kendra J.

Tyeshia M.

5.0

Ty is caring, kind, and very interactive with my children. She genuinely cares about kids and does her best to ensure they are taken care of.

- Care member

Shanda J.

5.0

Shanda was a caregiver for my mom from 12/2022 - 05/2023. My mom was 78 years old. She had Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) and Vascular Dementia. She was on Hospice and bed bound. She could not even roll onto her side without assistance. Shanda went above and beyond in caring for her. She bathed,...

- Kathy B.

Shaterria B.

5.0

She was very sweet with my kids. My kids said they had fun with her.

- Care member

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