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Robin T.

Special Needs Caregiver

Gretna, LA

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
I have personal experience in dealing with special needs family members from mental disorders to a quadriplegic. I am also working as a CNA on a PRN basis. I volunteer with 2 Hospice agencies and have sat with several special needs clients.
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Child care

Gretna, LA

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a 30-year-old married mother of two daughters. I have experience working with children of all ages, such as daycare's and more currently working in the school system from pre-K to 12th grade, including special needs. I'm also done childcare in my home along with homeschooling.
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Gretna, LA

from
$12/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Caring for and nurturing young minds is my passion. For over five years, I've provided fun, safe, and enriching care for children from three weeks to 18 years old. I'm creative, patient, and love engaging kids through outdoor activities, crafts, sports, and learning games. I have experience with children with special needs and...
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New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
Greetings I am Chawanda . I am 32 years old. I am school teacher. I teach grade level from day care to 4th grade. I have been babysitting for over 17years. I am trained in the skills of CPR/First Aid, child supervision. Reliable babysitter with over 17years of experience, including two years of care for children with special...

Kermiana C. says "Chawanda is a very respectable person who loves putting others needs before her own. She's reliable and very patient."

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Nurturing, Compassionate, & Patient Caregiver

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Da'Jean (pronounced Day-John). I am a compassionate and dependable childcare provider, babysitter, and nanny with 2+ years of professional experience, 3 years unprofessional - Experience caring for children from infancy through teenage years - Strong background supporting children with special needs, including...

Care Member says "Amazing!!! My kids loved her! She was prompt and very kind and friendly! Definitely Recommend!!!"

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Meet Samantha

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Samantha and I have been working with children for 10+ years! I have experience with children from all backgrounds (including those with special needs). I love planning fun, educational activities with the kids and introducing them to something new! I am well traveled so one of my favorite things to do is plan...

Christine K. says "Samantha has been fantastic to work with. She's honest, dependable and open. She met us for an interview and answered all our questions. Our daughter...

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Part-time Babysitter

Westwego, LA

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
I work with special needs kid during the day as a fulltime Teacher's Assistant. I do classroom management and help students to complete assignments.

Terra J. says "Karen was great. Though her hours didn't work out for what we needed, she still wanted to meet with me and discuss the job and offer he services in the...

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Fun And Attentive Nanny

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
17 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Born and grown up in Israel, I have accumulated over 17 years of experience working with children. I worked in kindergartens as well as nannied part time and full time with children of all ages, twins, and kids with special needs. Playful, energetic and creative, I love giving babies and children a lot of variety of activities,...

Care Member says "My’ayan was our nanny who turned into our family! She took such amazing care of our infant son after I went back to work and has continued to watch our...

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Harvey, LA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I recently moved to the area from Texas. I have been working as a full time nanny & household manager but I am looking for another family in need since the move. I am also always willing to help with date night or other babysitting needs. After completing university I worked as preschool teacher. When summer break...

Poornima B. says "Azkadeliah is very kind with our baby. She is playful and responsible with our baby. We trust her to take care of our baby again. She is very productive...

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Occupational Therapist Looking For Part-time Work As A Caregiver

New Orleans, LA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc. I genuinely love to help other...
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*** Experienced PT / FT Nanny ***

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Amy and I'm interested in finding a nanny position or babysitting opportunities. I was born and raised in New Orleans. I went to St. Martin's PreK - 12; attended Spring Hill and graduated from USM with a BS in Hotel, Restaurant Tourism Management. I'm also a recent graduate from LSUHSC with a masters in occupational...

Desiree E. says "We hired Amy to watch our 2 children in the evenings while staying in New Orleans. Amy was very easy to communicate with, punctual, made dinner for our...

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Child And Pet Caregiver

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Ive been a positive, patient, loving and intuitive art teacher and caregiver for over 7 years. I love to take caregiving/nannying to the next level with fun art activity's and developing a special relationship with family's. I've had amazing experiences from nannying to teaching all ages as well as working with those with...

Andrea D. says "She is very good with kids and teens. She is an artist and has experience teaching and leading art experiences."

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New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am the oldest of four children, and I have often been left alone with my siblings since I was 12. I also have experience watching babies and toddlers. I am CPR certified and used to caring for special needs children since my younger brother is Autistic. I also teach karate and kickboxing to children ages 3+ Tuesday and...

Elizabeth J. says "Henrietta Katharine (Katie) is a mature, conscientious young adult. She loves spending time with children and strikes the balance between being the fun...

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Mature, Friendly Babysitter/Nanny Available

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have 6+ years of experience with infants, toddlers, young children & teens. I have worked with many newborns. I also have experience with special needs, non-verbal & autistic children. Covid Vaccinated. I am CPR & first aid certified. I have a Nursing Assistant Certification. I have a business finance degree from Loyola. I...

Care Member says "She helped me with organizing our cluttered home. She's very efficient and helpful. Great with problem solving to make our home work better. "

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Caregiver

New Orleans, LA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I began working with children of special needs as soon as I entered the public school system. I found a love for this field and moved on to gain experience in working with many students of autism. I truly enjoy it and I learn so much from special needs children.
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Personal Care Attendant

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
I take care of a lady with autism. I also take care of a man with Down's syndrome and love what I do.

Cynthia S. says "She is still employed in the daytime with me. She started working after Katrina here. My daughter is special needs and is nonverbal. I trust her in my...

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Down To Earth, Tender, And Fun !

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$54/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a 28-year-old living in New Orleans with a passion and drive for care-taking. I am certified in CPR and First aid. I have9 years of experience caring for newborns to teenagers, including preemies and special needs. My ultimate priority as a Nanny is creating and safe, nurturing and flexible environment for any child and...

Lauren W. says "I highly recommend Emmarose D. as a [childcare provider, caretaker, etc.]. Emmarose worked with our family for a year, caring for our three children...

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Passionate About Special Needs!

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been working with people who have special needs for a few years now and it is my true passion. I find it very important to be the best aid I can be and provide a comfortable time with the person I'm caring for. I am a quick learner, nurturing, and skilled in stressful situations. I have training with administering meds and...

Laura B. says "I've been bedridden a few times after open heart surgery and Emmarose was able to assist me. Not only is she passionate about taking care of people, she...

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New Orleans, LA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Errands
personal care
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience with elderly and Alzheimer's paitents along with special needs care. I can help with Transportation Services and House cleaning. I assist in any daily needs from companionship to hospice aide. If at the end of the day I can make your loved one or yourself smile or laugh, then I've met my goal for...
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New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi, my name is Divante, and I've been working with children for over five years, including kids with special needs and autism. I've cared for newborns for over three years and have deep knowledge of their needs. I'm an RBT-certified professional, qualified to support children on the autism spectrum with compassionate,...
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Special Needs Caregivers in Gretna, LA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Chawanda W.

Chawanda is a very respectable person who loves putting others needs before her own. She's reliable and very patient.

- Kermiana C.

Dajean W.

Amazing!!! My kids loved her! She was prompt and very kind and friendly! Definitely Recommend!!!

- Care member

Samantha T.

Samantha has been fantastic to work with. She's honest, dependable and open. She met us for an interview and answered all our questions. Our...

- Christine K.

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