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Alexandra A.


Farragut, TN

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

RETIRED NURSE OFFERING NON MEDICAL CARE-GIVING IN FARRAGUT.

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Retired nurse, ( Texas women's University), offering non-medical care-giving at home in the Farragut area. I am new to Knoxville, single with no children. I love books, hikes in nature and classical music. I speak French and German. I also have extensive experience working with special needs people in community settings,...
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"Alexandra is so caring and compassionate. She is selfless when it comes to caregiving and forms long lasting connections. She is dependable and responsible and knows how to respond in a wide range of...

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Rosita P.


Lenoir City, TN

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Rosita And I Want To Help Your Family!

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I currently work as a Nanny. I have 4 years off experience as a nanny and 3 and half years as a day care teacher. I am looking for a long term position. I have worked with kids of all ages and special needs children. (I do speak three different languages and would be happy to teach your kid Spanish if they are interested in...
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Jessica K.


Knoxville, TN

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Young Professional, RBT Certified, Experience With Children With Autism

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I have 3 years of experience working with children with autism and other developmental delays. I have worked in both an academic setting and one on one therapy in homes. I am RBT certified and use ABA strategies and deescalation and reinforcement. I am excellent in connecting with children, at their speed, and finding something...
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Jessica E.


Farragut, TN

$15-42/hr9 yrs exp

Devoted Special Education Teacher And Care Provider

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I've had the pleasure of teaching as a Special Education Support Teacher in an inclusive setting, working alongside general education te achers, and teaching in a self-contained Social Emotional Classroom. With over six years of experience as a Special Education Teacher in Illinois and Arizona, I have acquired the skills...
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Wendy C.


Farragut, TN

$15-30/hr

Personal Helper/assistant - West Knoxville

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I have not had any direct experience in assisting a person with special needs but I am sure I would learn quickly and be very useful if given the opportunity. I live in West Knoxville and am available any day any time. I'd love to come and help you with whatever needs done.
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Moriah S.


Clinton, TN

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

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I currently work with special needs children. I provide OT in the school setting. I have a hard time putting into words how much passion I have for what I do. I would love to share my gift while I m off during the summers. I have babysat for a few families with children and adult children with special needs.
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Lauren B.


Farragut, TN

$14-25/hr2 yrs exp

I Am An 18 Yr Old Girl Who Loves Children And Has Past Experience! I Have A Car And Drivers License!

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I am a 20-year-old female nanny! I graduated high school in 2022. I was a full time nanny in 2023 for a year. I also volunteered at a preschool where my mom works throughout my high school years! I am looking for a full time job this year. I have experience working with special needs children! I love animals. I have a car and a...
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Lauryn F.


Knoxville, TN

$13-25/hr4 yrs exp

Medically Trained Caregiver

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Hello! I'm Lauryn, a young professional with multiple years of nursing experience. I have primarily worked with pediatric patients (up to 21), but over the past year I have begun branching out to working with adults more as well. I have experience working with patient's with a wide variety of diagnoses and special needs. I am a...
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Ashley H.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr3 yrs exp

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I am looking for part time/short term job opportunities! I started working with kids when I started volunteering in the summer of 2015 at the summer camp I grew up going to. There, I cared for kids aged 5-17 over multiple years under a few different titles. I also have taken many here-and-there babysitting jobs over the years...
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Alexis C.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

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I've been working in child care since the beginning of 2018! I've worked in 2 different settings, one in a normal setting and another with special needs children also mixed in with peers! My mother had 10 children, so I've grown up around a lot of family my whole life. I was an aunt before I was even born, so I've always loved...
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Jessica K.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced With Children Of All Ages Including Those With Special Needs/autism

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I worked in a special education program at an elementary school as well as for a company doing intensive in home therapy for children with autism, developmental delays and learning disabilities. I have worked with kids as young as 3 months and as old as 17. I am excellent in connecting with children over the activities they...
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Tiffany M.


Clinton, TN

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker

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Hi! have worked with special needs for 17 years. I have been a paraprofessional in public schools for most of that time working with a variety of disorders such as add, ADHD, autism, Down's syndrome, blindness, deafness, mental illness, and emotional disabilities. I have been a caretaker for a young man who is deaf and has Spina...
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Keira L.


Rockwood, TN

$14/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

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Hello! My name is Keira, i'm 18 turning 19 in April. I recently located here from Southern Illinois in September. I've been babysitting for about 5 years now with all ages. I would love to help you with your kiddos, picking up the house, & homework if needed. \n\nMy passion for working with young minds and animals has led me to...
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Jaryn S.


Farragut, TN

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny With Autism Experience!

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Hi there! My name is Jaryn (like Karen with a J) and I am an outgoing person with a passion for working with children. I bring unique experience to care. com as I have childcare experience working as a registered behavior technician. I have experience being a provider of play therapy, social skills development, and skill...
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Haley W.


Lenoir City, TN

$15-18/hr

Special Education Major Babysitter

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I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene. I have worked in many babysitting positions as well as special need classrooms.
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Hannah P.


Lenoir City, TN

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Loving Caretaker

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Hi there! My name is Hannah, and I am a 25-year-old mother of one who has experience with ages of 6 weeks all the way through high school. Following graduating with my degree in Secondary Education in 2019, I have worked as a nanny for two families, as a lead teacher in two early childhood centers, and as a tutor/ Middle School...
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Luna S.


Farragut, TN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

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Hi! My name is Luna. I am applying in your family as Nanny. I was a Special Care Nanny in Singapore for 28 years. I had worked with a boy from age 7 to up to 35 years old who is suffering from epilepsy, which cause the delayed in speech and challenging behavior. In those years I've successfully teach him to talk, and most of...
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Susan T.


Farragut, TN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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I have had experience with special needs children in public school as well as church preschools/nurseries. I believe every child deserves attention and understanding whether there is a disability or not. I am very patient and professional, and put the safety and well-being of the child first.
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Olivia S.


Clinton, TN

$20/hr4 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as calm, patient, and kind. I started working with children in 2019 and have enjoyed it ever since. I provide physical therapy to special needs children in our local schools. I enjoy spending time with kids while also making sure they are well taken care of.
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Luna S.


Farragut, TN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Nanny

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My name is Luna, I'm applying as Nanny in your family and I have a wide experience in babysitting starting from baby until 6-10 years of age. I have experienced 30 years a special needs Nanny in Singapore. In Texas I was a full time Nanny of 2 boys 3 and 6 years old. And also a part time Nanny of 2 girls aged 6 and 8 years old....

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