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Hello, my name is Athene (pronounced like Athena)!
I have been in the food industry for the past four years as a manager, but don't let that fool you!
In high school, I tutored elementary kids, as well as assisted at the elementary school's special needs program for 2 years. I have babysitting experience since I was 15, and I...
I have 10 plus years working with newborns to Seniors with all types of disabilities. I am willing to learn new things. I am CNA certified as well as CPR certified. I am outgoing and energetic and give 100% with everything I do. COVID vaccinated.
Jennifer W. says "Jennifer helped me twice the first time was 3 years ago helping with my father who was on dialysis and suffered from dementia. The second time was this...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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I was a stay at home mother of 3 girls, and I home schooled them. They are all grown and on their own. I am a loving and nurturing mature woman who is in good health and physically fit. I guess you could say, my experience is being a stay at home mom for 22 years. Taking care of others is what I am good at, and do well. I cared...
Sarah A. says "Joanne was early to the interview and is clearly a caring woman. She was easy to talk to and had a positive attitude. She was very flexible and willing...
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With over 20 years childcare experience I have had the privilege of nurturing and guiding children from various ages and backgrounds ranging from new borns to adolescence, preschool teaching, special needs and live-in.
My extensive experience has equipped me with the skills to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment....
Coral W. says "Deana is a wonderful nanny who our daughter loves dearly. She is always engaging, playful, and reads her cues well. She started with us when our daughter...
I am a loving and compassionate Caregiver with extensive experience working with special needs individuals.
I am supportive and encouraging.
Those I care for will always be listened to and understood and embraced with enthusiasm.
I'm also fun and creative so we will always have an enjoyable time together.
I'm attentive and...
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I have been caring for children and a teacher for over 20 years. My passion for fostering their growth and development motivates me to be the best caregiver I can be. I am a patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly person. I communicate regularly with parents about their child's day and any issues that arise. I follow...
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Along with having been a teacher for several years and substituting in special needs classes, I am currently caring for a 12-year-old boy with Autism on Fridays and Wednesdays. I also picked up from school and cared for a 7-year-old with Autism and ADHD for a few months before falling and injuring my leg the first week in April...
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Hi families!
My name is Mia, and I am a loving, patient and dependable nanny, with over 5 years of childcare experience. I've worked with children of all ages and I truly enjoy supporting their development through fun, engaging activities and consistent routines.
I previously worked for 3 years caring for two girls ages 2 and...
I have many years of caretaking and nannying experience with disabled children and adults. My academic background is in Health Sciences and Social Services focused on Community Health & Mental Wellbeing. I enjoy bringing compassionate, creative and respectful care to each experience.
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I have raised/worked with special needs children for over 15 years. I enjoy working with children and watching/helping them explore and learn new things. I am kind, compassionate, honest, and have a sense of humor. I also enjoy teaching young ones to be responsible, respectful, and fun to be around.
Mary R. says "Tammy was a great help for our son. She would pick him up from school and go to the park or take him home until we got off work. We are going to miss...
My name is Nani, and I have worked in Special Education as a paraprofessional for over 15 years. I have worked with individuals with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Fragile X and Autism Spectrum. Although most of my experience has been in the school setting, I also support Special Needs individuals in their homes. Both types of...
Lisa K. says "5 stars +! Nani has an incredible breadth of knowledge and experience with special needs; is incredibly organized, a team player, has excellent...
I have a loving and empathetic spirit with a passion for the well-being of people of all ages and their pets. Among the adults and children I have cared for, I acquired specialized skills for the following disabilities: *Quadropallegics, *trained behavioral aid for an Autistic child (Two year live in nanny) *Seniors with...
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I am an energetic, reliable, honest adult who has provided care to special needs children through adulthood for over 25 years. I have experience providing ADL (Activities of Daily Living), preparing diabetic meals, senior care, and end of life for over 7 years. Familiar with early Dementia, Parkinson, and MS. My CPR and First...
Care Member says "I would like to share about my experience with Tammy as a caregiver. First off, she is very professional. My mother was not an easy person to get care...
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My focus is to help families ease the stress of everyday life by providing knowledgeable quality care and to nurture strong emotional developmental skills to the youth. At the moment, I nanny for two toddlers and work in an elementary school managing two classrooms! (8-4year olds and 20 6th-8th graders). Children are...
Karey W. says "Lizzie is an amazing nanny! She's very hands on with all of our boys and keeps them active. From our 20 month old to our nine-year olds she was able to...
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10 years experience·
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I seek a family that values nature, the outdoors, plenty of physical exercise, communication, arts and crafts, and constant learning moments daily. I have experience with Early Headstart for infant and toddler care, preschool in a public school setting, in-home nanny care with up to 4 children long-term and short-term, summer...
Care Member says "Jillian watched my 20month old daughter for a week while I had work orientation. She was always on time, very communicative, and even brought extra...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Companionship
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Hi, my name is Jennifer. I have been working hard to maintain a reputation of excellence in senior caregiving. I love my profession and take a lot of pride in providing excellent care.
My husband and I settled in Nevada County to raise our family 20 years ago, my kids are now grown.
I have a dept of justice background check,...
Cindy H. says "I was blessed to have Jennifer to help me with my mother in law, who was in her final stages. Jennifer is so professional in every way, she has a gentle...
Hello! I have 10 years experience in the health care field, many of those years I worked with people of all ages and varying levels of developmental disabilities. I have worked in an independent care facility, group homes and day programs. My most recent position was a nanny for a 6-year-old with high functioning autism. I am...
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Hello! I can help assist in a variety of ways, I have experience caring for special needs, and 2 months experience helping out a disabled elderly woman/friend, please reach out if you have any questions
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I started as a nanny back in 2008. I was working at a daycare when I was approached by one of the parents there to become their private nanny. I grew such a passion for it and have been doing it ever since! I love arts and crafts, music time, playtime, learning and reading time, focusing on hitting each milestone and taking the...
I first started my career caring for autistic children which sparked my passion for this profession.
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Jennifer W.
Jennifer helped me twice the first time was 3 years ago helping with my father who was on dialysis and suffered from dementia. The second...
- Jennifer W.
Joanne Y.
Joanne was early to the interview and is clearly a caring woman. She was easy to talk to and had a positive attitude. She was very flexible...
- Sarah A.
Deana F.
Deana is a wonderful nanny who our daughter loves dearly. She is always engaging, playful, and reads her cues well. She started with us when...
- Coral W.
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