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Maintaining positive working relationship with client, client family, provider(s), and other referral sources.
20 plus years of handling client(s) with or have had dementia, alzheimers, stroke and copd, both professionally as well as personally.
Administer medications, personal hygiene, light housekeeping/ laundry, light meal...
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- $10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
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Professional Nanny & House Manager
Dedicated, nurturing, and highly experienced childcare professional with over 18 years of hands-on experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including multiples and children with special needs. CPR and First Aid certified, I specialize in creating safe, engaging, and...
I have spent the past year or so working at a facility for the mentally and developmentally disabled, working as a Hab aide.
Alexis A. says "Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she...
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- $25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
As a childcare provider with 25 years of experience, I've had the privilege of nurturing and educating young minds, shaping their early development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences and a deep desire to make a positive impact on children's lives.
My patient, calm, and friendly nature...
Care Member says "Stephanie was our nanny for 3 years. She cared for our now 5 and 3 year old. She was with us full time. She is caring, fun and willing to do extras such...
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- $10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! I would be so excited to be a part of the family! My passion in life is helping and caring for others, especially children! I have a Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology. I am CPR / First Aid Certified & renewed those certifications this year (Nov 2023). I have experience with children with special needs & I have been...
Susan O. says "Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never...
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- $40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, My name is Jeff. I am a Autism Life Coach. I work with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Communication Disorders, Behavior Disorders, and Learning Disabilities. My experience is extensive beginning as a Substitute Teacher in the public schools, as well worked as a Paraprofessional/Job Coach Coordinator at a non-public...
Dawn C. says "What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and taught my son with...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
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Working with special needs kids and kids for over 10 years . I'm a babysitter, caretaker, and a certified teacher assistant.
Errands
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
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I have 30+ years caring for children and adults with special needs, including people in our aging generation living with dementia. I am passionate about advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves. I am compassionate, caring and reliable.
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- $16/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
I am an accomplished and compassionate caregiver with a strong history in healthcare delivery. I provided over 14 years of in-home service to a client with advanced stages of Multiple Sclerosis. I managed all aspects of her health and maintained a safe and secure environment. I'm experienced in working with paralyzed, cancer and...
I have worked as a personal assistant for a young lady with Cerebral Palsy. Our relationship/friendship was grounded in respect. I have taken several special education courses in college.
(Bachelor Of Science In Therapeutic Recreation) & Health-Care Professional Of 9 Years. I am a college graduate from Indiana University (2010) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation and a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and CPR & First Aid...
I have a younger sister with Down syndrome. I've sat in on many sessions with her and her therapists learning, watching and becoming more involved in her life as the time goes on. in high school and middle school I was a part of the schools "buddy" program doing gym and spending time in the classrooms with the kids in these...
Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience providing compassionate support to individuals of all ages, from infants to seniors, with diverse special needs. Proficient in addressing ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, mobility challenges, speech delay, blindness/visual impairment, Down Syndrome, food...
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
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I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, and caring.
I like working with kids because they make me happy - I like to inspire children.
I'm looking for a job that has a stable schedule and good hours
I started working with kids when I was 12, I have two twin brothers with special needs who will be 10 this year!...
My experience with senior care started with my grandmother. She was wheelchair bound with dementia. I used to take care of her out of her house and as she declined we moved her into my home. She was with me for over 5 years and I cared for her 24/7. Duties included companionship, feeding her, help with hygiene, transferring her,...
I have an extensive background watching kids from infants to pre-teens and experience with those that have disabilities and special needs! Babysitting was my first ever job when I turned 13 & I have had a blast doing it the past 10 years, I typically stick with families I have known for years (such as my neighborhood, church, or...
I have 12 years experience as a pediatric nurse working emergency department, and help with special needs as well.
Light cleaning
Hi there, my name is Esmeralda I am 27 years old. I have many years of experience in babysitting with children in every age group. I also have one year of experience working as a teacher helper in an elementary school where I worked with special needs students and had such a wonderful time but the school year has come to an end...
I am currently a special education teacher and I love it. I have worked with a variety of kids and adults with disabilities in many different activities.
Hi there, I'm Ursula.
I work full-time in education as a Educational Sign Language Interpreter. I'm off in the summers and have availability during the weekends during the school year.
I've worked with kids at school with a range of disabilities and also provided home care.
Looking for weekend work now and more hours in...
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The average post rate is $14.00/hr as of August 2025
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Caitlin L.
Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across...
- Alexis A.
Stephanie K.
Stephanie was our nanny for 3 years. She cared for our now 5 and 3 year old. She was with us full time. She is caring, fun and willing to do...
- Care member
Morgan M.
Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease...
- Susan O.
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