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Keith B.
Ellendale, DE
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as caring, loving and a big heart
I like caring for people with special needs because I love helping people, it's always been my passion to help people in need.
I'm looking for a job that is part time that will co assist with my full time job as a Direct Support Professional
I started caring for...
Keith B.
Ellendale, DE
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have many years of taking care of my grandmother and grandfather with daily living, I am a Direct Support Professional full time from 3pm-11 p.m. for special needs adults
5.0
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Hello, my name is Daneen and I've been a CNA for 10 years. I am fully vaccinated. When I began my journey it was intended to be able to better care for my son who has special needs. After becoming certified I decided to try getting a job in the field. I worked at a nursing home the first year but it was not personal enough for...
5.0
"I know Danee to be honest, resposonsible and compassionate. She's a dedicated hardworking caregiver! She works with her heart an not her hands! "
Reviewed by Cynthia B.
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I am 24 years old and the oldest of 4 girls. My caretaking experience started young. By 11, I was babysitting my siblings, one of which is special needs. I also ran the nursery for a few years at church. I currently nanny 3 days a week for the cutest 8-month-old boy. I will be looking for extra work to fill up time. I love kids...
Amelia A.
Lincoln, DE
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I truly enjoy working with individuals with disabilities in order to help them live the best and most person centered independent life as possible. I have year of experience and a degree! I am currently in school to obtain my masters in Spec Ed. & currently working at a special education school.
Natalya S.
Milton, DE
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Early Childhood & Special Education Teacher/Tutor
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Hello! My name is Natalya and I am a local teacher looking to pick up some extra work caring for children, tutoring, and/or providing specialized care in the areas I am experienced.
I began working with children when I was 14, working in a daycare, then became a lifeguard and swim instructor for 5 years. While in college, I...
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As stated in my profile, I come from a combined therapeutic and medical professional background. My placements have been both in home and in acute/semi-acute medical environments.
My treatment experience has covered all ages, newborn, toddler, through older adults.
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Hello families!
I am currently a daycare teacher. I specifically work with infants right now and I have 8 years of experience working with 2-year-olds. I absolutely love working with children. I am a kid at heart so me and your child(ren) will have a lot of fun. I do not have much experience with special needs children.
I do...
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Amaya S.
Lincoln, DE
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello my name is Amaya I have been working with children's for years, I also work with special needs children's as well. I work as a paraprofessional at an elementary school so my only availability is the weekends until summer break comes around.
I like working with kids because I've always just had a passion for taking care of...
5.0
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I have over 10 years of experience. Great with pets. I have two special needs siblings I have been helping raise since they were born. I can help with cooking/meal prep, laundry, light housekeeping, errands, crafts, swimming supervision, remote learning, travel. I do have visible tattoos incase that is an issue for any family!
5.0
"Jacqueline did an amazing job hanging with my teen daughter who has special needs. She was fun, kind, understanding and reliable. I would hire her again in a heartbeat!"
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I have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Penn State University. I recently worked with a senior gentleman who, sadly, passed away. I handled medicine reminders, diabetes care, meal preparation and light housekeeping. I am a caring and dependable person with excellent interpersonal skills.
5.0
"Juli is absolutely wonderful! She helped my 7 year old autistic son with virtual school. We would have loved to continue having her come help, but he is starting school in-person. She is patient, dependable,...
Reviewed by Seema D.
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I have three years experience in school system with all disabilities. I am loving and caring so you can have peace of mind that your child is well-taken care of.
5.0
"Sherri helps us with our two adult sons with special needs. She is reliable, punctual, patient and eager to help. Highly recommend "
Reviewed by Marylove M.
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Provided personal assistance to clients by scheduling and monitoring daily activities including medication reminders, personal hygiene, dressing, and household duties. Provided clients with transportation and assistance to appointments, food shopping and community events. I am a very compassionate reliable person.
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"You can trust your loved ones in the care of Susan. Young, elderly or special needs. My sister is a 52 year old down syndrome that is confined to a wheelchair at this time of her life. Susan has patience...
Reviewed by Patricia R.
Lauren S.
Felton, DE
$13-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I recently graduated from Salisbury University with a double major in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education. In the fall, I've accepted a position as a teacher. Throughout high school and college, I babysat for 8 years while also interning in several schools and working with children. I gained experience for 5 years...
5.0
"replied quickly to my initial contact"
Reviewed by Emmanuel R.
Hannah L.
Millsboro, DE
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I have been working with special needs children and students with autism for the past six years. I have worked with students from age 2 through 16 with various intellectual and physical disabilities. I have assisted students in behavior management, life skills, toileting, feeding, academics, coping skills, assisted in physical...
5.0
"Hannah is a wonderful care giver. She watched my two sons for many years and they absolutely adored her. She was so much more than a babysitter, always showing up ready to play and engage with our children, we...
Reviewed by Candice G.
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I love working with children - reading to them, talking with them, playing with them, teaching them, and nurturing them. I have home schooled my two children (one of whom has special needs) and have babysat for other people's infants and children since I was a teenager up to now. Currently, the children I am babysitting for...
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"Mary Anne watched two children for an evening while we were on vacation in Lewes. She was very conscientious and interactive with the children, and we were happy to have her help."
Reviewed by Jennifer O.
Brooklyn R.
Rehoboth Beach, DE
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
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Hi, I have worked with Special needs since 21 years of age I am now 56 I worked in the NYC board of Education at the Junior high level emotionally disturbed, physical, Learning disabilities, speech delayed, I had my own Son with special needs and 2 other Sons I then worked in a special needs pre school ages 2-5 with all Types of...
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I have been a Nanny and Teacher for 20 years. I have teacher credentials in Delaware and have taught Preschool thru 2nd grade. I worked with children from age 2 months to 12 years. I enjoy working with all ages. I enjoy teaching children to learn and discover new things.
I love to play games, do art, math, reading science and...
5.0
"Amy was very kind, dependable, and helpful when she came to watching my 2-month old. With it being my first time using Care.com and as a first time mom I was a little nervous, but Amy was kind enough to meet...
Reviewed by Caroline K.
Chris D.
Milford, DE
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Residential Rehabilitation Counselor With New point Behavioral Health
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I'm Honest, Kind, Gentle, Compassionate, and very Professional.
I've found that people feel very comfortable with me.
I started private nursing over 20 years ago. From homes, facilities, to hospitals and group homes. Mental Illness has been my specialty.
I have over 20 years experience in the healthcare field. I Trained new...
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I am adopting 2 children with special needs. My 15-year-old daughter has had a traumatic brain injury and my 7-year-old has cognitive delays and sensory issues.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ellendale, DE
Daneen B.
5.0
I know Danee to be honest, resposonsible and compassionate. She's a dedicated hardworking caregiver! She works with her heart an not her hands!
- Cynthia B.
Jacqueline A.
5.0
Jacqueline did an amazing job hanging with my teen daughter who has special needs. She was fun, kind, understanding and reliable. I would hire her again in a heartbeat!
- Care member
Juliann M.
5.0
Juli is absolutely wonderful! She helped my 7 year old autistic son with virtual school. We would have loved to continue having her come help, but he is starting school in-person. She is patient, dependable, and overall fantastic! My son is really going to miss her.
- Seema D.
Cheryl P.
5.0
Sherri helps us with our two adult sons with special needs. She is reliable, punctual, patient and eager to help. Highly recommend
- Marylove M.
Susan V.
5.0
You can trust your loved ones in the care of Susan. Young, elderly or special needs. My sister is a 52 year old down syndrome that is confined to a wheelchair at this time of her life. Susan has patience with my sister and shows a lot of compassion. Susan has the all the requirements necessary...
- Patricia R.
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