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56 special needs caregivers are listed in Fortson, GA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Fortson, GA
Patricia S.
Phenix City, AL
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there! I'm a retired military wife of 24 years and have three sons that live in the area. I love having my sons come home for a weekly Sunday meal. I have worked with adults and children with special needs all my life. I have a wide variety of skills and experiences with helping others. From teaching preschool to working with...
5.0
"Thris is outstanding! Kind, helpful, cheerful. Great companion for my wife’s (dementia) takes her on outings. Always friendly always willing "
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5.0
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My name is Donna. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with a lovely son. I enjoy helping people be the best version of themselves whether young or elderly. I am also a children church teacher. I have experience working in a group home with troubled teens. I also have provide private care to special needs children. I've cooked in...
5.0
"Great moral character, honest and very dependable."
Reviewed by Shion T.
5.0
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I have 12+ years experience with kids. I grew up with baby cousins and I took care of them all. Now I am fortunate to have 4 nieces and nephews who are like my children that I have helped raise and take care of as well as helping them with homework. I LOVE children. I am a really down to earth person and most kids love me. I am...
5.0
"We used Safiatou (Mimi) while on vacation and I am so glad we did! She was extremely warm and kind and we quickly felt comfortable leaving our two children (3 and 1) with her after just an initial phone call....
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5.0
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Hi! I have experience with all ages (infant-14 yrs old) and have special needs experience. I have worked in childcare / pre-k for three years now and have been babysitting / nannying for 6 years. I am CPR & first aid certified, come with many early childhood certifications , and I am working towards my Bachelor's in Early...
5.0
"Lorena is awesome! She is always on time and very communicative. She is a kind old soul and my little one took to her immediately.
She spends a lot of time with my kiddo doing fun educational activities -...
Reviewed by Mona D.
5.0
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Hello! I'm Manuela, I've been working as a nanny for the last 8 years and I was a kindergarten teacher back in Colombia before I came to the states. I have experience with babies from 6 months old trough 11 years old. I also have experience with kids with special needs kids as Autism, ADHD and different types of allergies. I'll...
5.0
"Me and my daughter love Manuela! She is so sweet, fun, responsible, punctual, organized, creative and loves to do many fun activities. I totally recommend her."
Reviewed by Courtney N.
5.0
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Please message me! I have held several different positions working with children, from Elementary Community Instructor, Preschool and Nursery Teacher to Children's Party Host! I am currently employed as a full-time Nanny with a wonderful family that will be ending contract soon. I have been with them for 2 years and show up...
5.0
"Samantha is truly an expert caregiver! Her professionalism and communication exceeded my expectations. She took the time to meet me and my dog before our scheduled boarding, asked lots of questions and took...
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Hello!! and thank you so much for reading my bio:-}
Seems like I've been around kiddos my whole life, and started helping with them at about 10 years old, when I gained some younger siblings.
Next came occasional babysitting when I was a teenager. Before graduating high school I also took a child development class which was...
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Was a teacher at childcare network, had my own babysitting services, willing to work as soon as possible, clean background, tb skin tested, non smoker, own transportation, works with special needs, personal caregiver, CPR/first aid certified.
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. My care started in 2004, when I opened a daycare for 5 years.
another 5 years as a para in an after-school program. I also worked as a substitute teacher for the same school. I took and passed the paraprofessional test and start working in a special...
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I love working with children. I like planning craft activities and doing hands-on things. I love cooking with the children as well as going to a park to play and have a great time. I am great with school work and love to help any way I can. I also love working with special needs children. I have been babysitter for 15+ years and...
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Hi my name is Kenedi. I'm currently a student at Columbus State University . I'm currently majoring in Elementary Education. I love kids and have always wanted to be a teacher since I was a little girl. I started babysitting at the age of 16 and have been babysitting ever since. I have experience with kids ranging from the ages...
Olethia H.
Columbus, GA
$15-31/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello. I'm a caregiver with many years of experience. I have worked for the department of behavioral health and in private settings with those with developmental and physical disabilities. I would love to see how I could be of help to you with your care needs.
Miriam C.
Columbus, GA
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! Most of my experience is from when I held a position at a military school (ages 12-25) that had a high percentage of high-functioning young boys with mental disabilities. However, I am very open to caring for others outside of that demographic and am eager to learn!
I have a reliable car and am willing to provide...
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I have cared for 3 elderly patients over the age 60 in the last 2 1/2 years. I have assisted with diaper changing, baths, food preparation, errands, doctor appts, cleaning the houses, lending an ear to talk to. I really enjoy being able to care for people in general. I have 3 children 7-year-old autistic son, a 15-year-old son,...
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I'm a caregiver with seven years of experience. I began as a special needs aide. I became a registered behavioral technician working with children on the spectrum. At this same time, I received my first aid and CPR certification. I am currently learning ASL and Spanish too, as well as finishing my first bachelor's! I'm...
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Hello I'm Dana. I have 3 years of experience with children of multiple disorder needs. Children are my main interest due to the one on one attention of the love and care needed. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis.
Melissa M.
Columbus, GA
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have more than 2 years of experience taking care of kids and adults with disabilities. I am caring and very responsible person. I love helping others.
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Love the DBHHD community I think the are very unique in their own way love being about to be part of they life to let them know they no different then others
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I have over 20 years of experience with children. I am a Baptist. Once a youth director at my church... the children love me. I have raised two grown daughters and presently help with my 7-year-old grandson. I do love dogs. I am a college graduate with two bachelors... one in Business Management and Computer Science. I am also a...
Dawnyce M.
Columbus, GA
$10-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
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For about 8 years now I've had both experience with autistic adults and children as well as other parts of the spectrum... I always felt like I was created to help people. I love to watch people grow and gain strengths they never thought they could.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fortson, GA
Patricia S.
5.0
Tricia was amazing. Competent but more important, she was caring. She gave our mom the kind of care that we would have given! She was more than a caregiver. She was and is our friend.
- Care member
Donna J.
5.0
Very reliable! Donna has a great personality and is open and friendly. She is great with my children and they enjoy her.
- Kristin J.
Safiatou C.
5.0
We used Safiatou (Mimi) while on vacation and I am so glad we did! She was extremely warm and kind and we quickly felt comfortable leaving our two children (3 and 1) with her after just an initial phone call. Mimi was engaging with the kids, playing and doing activities as well as preparing lunch...
- Care member
Lorena T.
5.0
Love Lorena! She’s awesome with my kiddo and awesome in general. Super reliable, respectful and responsible!
- Care member
Manuela S.
5.0
Manuela has been amazing with our kids. She is kind and reliable and has been available to help out with extra childcare needs that have popped up over the time she's been with us. She even helped with our cats when needed. We highly recommend her!
- Shelby K.
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