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Hello, My name is Heather and I have 20 years of experience working with young children. I have cared for several children with special needs. Some had been diagnosed with autism, ADHD, juvenile diabetes, depression and sensory integration disorder. I have a graduate degree in early childhood education and a bachelor's degree in...
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"Heather was very attentive and loving to my 12 year old child with Down syndrome. She was interested in his needs and incorporated things to help him improve. My child loves her very much!"
Reviewed by Michelle S.
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My experience with child care consists of babysitting ages 1-14, supervised special needs classes, and patrolled a trampoline park. I am currently in school studying to be a nurse.
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"Lindsay pet/house sit for us for an extended weekend and we absolutely loved her! She took wonderful care of our senior dog that has some special needs! She was flexible and honest and responsible. She's...
Reviewed by Krista L.
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I work full time Monday-Friday and am looking for a second part time job. I have worked with children for over 30 years. I am 44 years old and I have experience with children from ages newborn to teens. I also have experience with special needs as I volunteered in the ESE department of an elementary school previously. I was also...
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"Melani was the best babysitter ever. We were so sad when she moved away. :("
Reviewed by Erin S.
Elizabeth W.
Asheville, NC
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, my names Elizabeth but you can call me Liz. I've had babysitting experience for over 10 years, I also live with my boyfriend who has a 9 &
an 11-year-old, they're my world! I've lived with them for over 4 years. We also have a 1-year-old son who I would need to bring with me, he would love a friend (or more)to play with! I...
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"Elizabeth was great with the kids. The kids really loved having her around and were excited for her to come spend time with them. She spent a lot of time taking the kids outside and playing with them - very...
Reviewed by Ryan R.
Christine Z.
Candler, NC
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Loving Childcare Provider With Experience Caring For Children With Special Needs
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I have an Elementary Education Teaching Certification from NC. I have taken many college level courses about caring for children with special needs and I have experience caring for them in classroom and home settings. I am very patient, caring and loving and find it personally rewarding to care for all children.
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"Christine currently works for me at E. Charter School. She is great with all ages of kids that we serve here, Kindergarten through 8th grade. She has many interests that she shares with children. She is alert...
Reviewed by James W.
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I have been a full-time, part-time, and occasional babysitter for many different families, with children of all ages, ranging from infants to teens. I have a Bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in Lifespan Development. I have spent the past 5 years as a social worker - working with children with mental health needs and...
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Hello! I am an experienced and dependable babysitter with over 6 years of experience with twins, special needs, and children of all ages. With my back ground in child care, I am confident I can provide your little one with a safe and fun environment. I am a patient caregiver who loves to play outside, do arts and crafts, and...
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My name is Marie and I am a caring and attentive childcare provider!
*Part-time weekday and weekend childcare available.
*Currently a student at AB Tech studying occupational therapy assistant. Eager to help children learn through play and improve their self-care and self-regulation skills.
*3 years of experience working at a...
Adrienne C.
Hendersonville, NC
$25-50/hr
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Greetings!!
Thanks for considering me.
I have 27 years and counting of experience taking care people of many ages from birth-elderly.
I have 4 kids of my own, ages from 14-23 and one of them has special needs.
I loVe babies and kids, that's why I choose to have several. I'm a Marine MoM.
I have several years of experience...
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Hey there,
I am a ceramic artist with a passion for making creative spaces. I have been working as a certified and trained in home care provider in Asheville since 2016. I am comfortable with children from the ages of 3 months and upwards. I have experience working with multiples and children with special needs. I am always...
Emily R.
East Flat Rock, NC
$12-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello! I am a compassionate, patient, and reliable caregiver with more than 2 years of experience engaging with kids that have autism, down syndrome, blind, and mute. I am skilled at housekeeping and cooking as well. A proven track record of creating healthy and positive home atmospheres.
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I currently care for a special needs child who is starting back at school part time. I cared for my grandparents at the end of their life and have loved working with seniors. I'm comfortable taking directions me learning whatever needs to be adjusted to. I am a kind and fun companion.
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I'm Travis , I'm a 51 yr old semi - retired Psychologist ( BS / Masters/ Clemson University) looking to help out part time usually in the afternoons / evenings . I'm fun, comical, outgoing, kind , compassionate , empathetic , easy to get along with , lover of all people, positive , great communicator among many other...
Michelle M.
Asheville, NC
$22-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver All Kinds Of Special Needs Individuals, Children And Adults
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I have been working with individuals with special needs since I was 16. My father is a special needs teacher. I have been a nanny to families and I have worked in a camp environment. I am a passionate advocate for special needs causes.
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Hello, my nickname is Clove (legal first name is Charity)
Over the past 25yrs I've worked as a caregiver/CNA in private home/nursing home/hospital settings. I've cared for clients of all ages suffering from depression, learning disorders, blindness, deafness, brain and limb injuries, diabetes, forms of cancer, Dementia,...
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I have cared for both my mother and father who both passed from pancreatic cancer. I have experience with giving medication, bathing, cooking, and doing many types of handyman work around the house.
Kailey T.
Candler, NC
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Currently registered in the state of Utah to be a caregiver for people with special needs. Have been a peer tutor for students with special needs to help them with their school work and skills training. Currently working in a Vineyard Pediatric Dentistry as a Dental Assistant. I have been working with kids for over a year full...
Jasmine V.
Asheville, NC
$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I interned for an after school camp for children on the Autism Spectrum in which I designed and facilitated activities and games for the children to participate in. I fell in love with the program and the kids and followed my passion to a position at The Autism Society of North Carolina as a Community Skills Instructor, shortly...
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After many years in the food service industry, I have made the decision to move into the healthcare field. I have always been a happy, nurturing person and I am ready to use these strengths to make a difference in the lives around me.
In the past, I completed CNA school and had BLS certification. I have let these...
Savannah N.
Asheville, NC
$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have 4 years of experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities. I have worked as a behavioral therapist and caregiver in the past for individuals with a variety of needs and am currently attending graduate school for social work. I can offer assistance with a multitude of daily living skills,...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Etowah, NC
Heather D.
5.0
Heather was very attentive and loving to my 12 year old child with Down syndrome. She was interested in his needs and incorporated things to help him improve. My child loves her very much!
- Michelle S.
Lindsay H.
5.0
Lindsay pet/house sit for us for an extended weekend and we absolutely loved her! She took wonderful care of our senior dog that has some special needs! She was flexible and honest and responsible. She's responsive and punctual. We can't say enough good things about her! We will definitely be...
- Krista L.
Melani L.
5.0
Melani is great! She is punctual, upbeat, fun, and wonderful with kids. Mine absolutely loved her. I needed a pretty demanding childcare schedule of 5:30 am to 8 pm two days in a row, and Melani took care of it with no problem, including preparing meals for the kids and taking them to the park. I...
- Sarah M.
Elizabeth W.
5.0
Elizabeth was great with the kids. The kids really loved having her around and were excited for her to come spend time with them. She spent a lot of time taking the kids outside and playing with them - very hands on.
- Ryan R.
Christine Z.
5.0
Christine currently works for me at E. Charter School. She is great with all ages of kids that we serve here, Kindergarten through 8th grade. She has many interests that she shares with children. She is alert and sees potential problems before they come to fruition, and takes initiative in doing so....
- James W.
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