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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Jenks, OK
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years
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With 30+ years of experience, I'm a natural when it comes to caring for babies. Known as "the baby whisperer," I've taught new parents and worked with special needs and therapy babies. I'm flexible, can travel, and handle personal assistant duties. Organized and experienced, I bring a wealth of references. Let me provide...
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"Katie is a kid whisperer! She is able to bond with kids and make them feel seen and heard. She quickly understands each individual child’s personality type and has the skill to communicate, instruct and...
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Hi! My name is Mehala, I'm 20 years old, I've graduated highschool, and I recently moved to Tulsa. I like working with kids because I think it's nice to see the world from a kids point of view, children are so creative with such big imaginations. I think it's amazing how you can make up so many different activities that are...
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"Mehala is reliable, considerate, kind/compassionate, and patient. She does amazing with my challenging special needs daughter. My daughter loves Mehala, and looks forward to having their play dates! I’ve known...
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I have worked directly in patients care , as a doctor in my country Venezuela
I'd describe my personality as kind, responsible and honest
I like caring for people with special needs because because I am qualified to do it , and I feel special contact with special patients
I'm looking for a job that to have job stability...
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I started babysitting when I was 9 years old. I babysat for many families at my church, but I regularly sat for a family with 2 children and another with 5 for years. I co created the nursery class at our church and taught the class for several years. In college while working toward my BA in Sociology, I interned with Child...
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"Honest, diligent in her work ethic, precise, reliable. I have known Kimberly for nearly 30 years. She is a caring individual who does not slack in whatever she puts her hand to."
Reviewed by Kimberly R.
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I am an experienced child care professional who is active, energetic and giving. I have worked with children of all ages, and have experience with children with special needs. I have 7-9 years of experience caring for infants and toddlers in my church's nursery and 2 years of at-home care. I am also blessed with my own child, a...
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"Esme took care of our baby from 10 weeks to 5 months and we still use her for occasional care. She is very mature, dependable, and caring for our baby. Our baby loves her. I highly recommend her. "
Reviewed by Hilary V.
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Love working with kids! I have a total of 25 years experience with 10 years specifically with trauma victims and special needs. I was a legal guardian foster mom for a child in need for 1 year and my previous experience has been working with various disorders and personality traits. I bring zumba, dance of all kinds, art,...
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"Karise is a person of integrity, teachable, quick learner, with a big heart to serve others, very hardworking, very dependable, reliable, very passionate, and overall a good human being, that genuinely loves...
Reviewed by Tiffany S.
Hannah K.
Tulsa, OK
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am a very outgoing, friendly, and responsible babysitter! I am currently in my senior year of nursing school. I plan to work in the Pediatric ER post graduation. I graduated from Victory Christian School in the Spring of 2021. I am first aid and lifeguard certified (as well as 3 years of nursing school ) and worked and...
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"Hannah is the best babysitter ever!!! She was so nice and flexible with my schedule. As a travel nurse I was in the Tulsa area for 13 weeks and she helped out with care of my 8y/o son. She was awesome sauce we...
Reviewed by Haneefah R.
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Hi my name is Sheronda I'm 21-year-old I been baby sitter since I was in the 5th grade I'm now a high school graduate. I have 6 siblings that 5 of them I have taking care of them. Im CPR CERTIFIED I ALSO HAVE MY CNA LICENSE AND MY CMA LICENSE . My whole child care career has been with special need kids so I have my RBT license...
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"She watched our 8 month old twins and did a good job. We would hire her again! "
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I am most happy in life when I am helping people. I am caring yet responsible and have many years of experience with all ages. I am also able to help with several challenging diagnoses with compassion. Feel free to reach out to me anytime.
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"Elizabeth is a very dependable and loving person who takes good care of my 13 year old special needs son each week on Thursday nights. I highly recommend her for babysitting care."
Reviewed by Vince B.
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I am a mother of 5 and grandmother to 7. Now that my youngest is off to college I would like to spend time helping other families. I am young at heart and can handle infant through teenagers, animals, errands, cleaning, etc.. I am able to provide structure but can also play hide and seek with the best of them.
I think my...
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"This is the first time we've ever used a service to find childcare and Elizabeth did not disappoint. Our boys absolutely loved her! She's picked up our youngest from school and watched both boys along with our...
Reviewed by Stephanie H.
Lydia C.
Tulsa, OK
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have a degree in music therapy, specializing in working with people with special needs.
I have been an activity coordinator, recreation therapist working for the state, as well as churches and assisted living, and private care within the home.
I have assisted in organization and management of a home, both family as well as...
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"Lydia is great! She is very sweet and my 3 and 5 year old loved having her watch them over fall break. I will definitely hire her again. She left my house looking better thank when I left!"
Reviewed by Megan B.
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Making Music Marvelous! Hi. My name is Lydia and I have experience with people with special needs.
I have a degree in music therapy and am looking to introduce some sessions with me for the upcoming year. I can incorporate fun while learning, working on goals and objectives to help in many areas: social skills, motor skills,...
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"She is a hard worker and willing to go the extra mile. Huge heart and loves people. Loves to laugh and sing. Very creative in many aspects. She is very good with people with special needs. Takes her job very...
Reviewed by Mark C.
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I have over 10 years of child care experience. 4 of those years have been in a professional work setting including Daycare, the YMCA, Camp Meadowood Springs and most recently Listen & Talk, a preschool for children who are deaf and hard of hearing. I knew that I loved working with children the day my nephew was born. I was only...
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"She's great! Plays games with my kids, make fortes. My kids adore her!"
Reviewed by Angie N.
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I come from a big family and it gave me a wonderful experience with children of all ages including caring for my "special needs" baby sister along with my nieces and nephews.
I have experience outside of family as well, ranging from ages 0 months to 16 years. I love helping enhance the lives of those around me with a positive...
Skylar A.
Tulsa, OK
$14-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Skylar I have 5 years in childcare and 1 as a preschool teacher. I enjoy working with kids and doing activities, crafts and adventures! I am comfortable with special needs, light housekeeping, transportation, schoolwork, and animals. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me!
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I can talk about my experience taking care of my grandmother was on hospice and needed day to day care and I was the one who took care of her before she passed away a couple years ago and I really love being around old souls because they give me life and its like they love me and complete my inner soul . I have good...
Malayna H.
Tulsa, OK
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Currently a full-time PhD student and working in the nonprofit sector for those with disabilities. I come with over 10 years of experience working with children and adults with disabilires. I feel comfortable helping with grooming, personal care, and helping with other areas as needed. I am able to communicate verbally, with...
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Hello! My name is Courtney and I am 25 years old. I have 10 years of experience babysitting, and 5 years in a professional special needs setting. I can help with Light Housekeeping and love helping kiddos with fun activities and Crafts.
Gail B.
Tulsa, OK
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Gail and I have years of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I'm also CPR and first aid certified, and have experience working with...
Mariah A.
Broken Arrow, OK
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I'm a RN with a passion for helping others. I love working for children, and helping parents make their lives easier! I've also done volunteer work at Little Lighthouse with Special Needs children.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jenks, OK
Kaedeene W.
5.0
I have never met a more capable, loving, or accomplished care giver. Every minute detail is thought of and covered, her light and personality are incredible, and she's an asset to everyone she helps!
- Kandis S.
Mehala V.
5.0
Mehala is reliable, considerate, kind/compassionate, and patient. She does amazing with my challenging special needs daughter. My daughter loves Mehala, and looks forward to having their play dates! I’ve known her since she was a little one herself, and had the pleasure of watching her become a...
- Care member
Kimberly D.
5.0
Kim watched my 4 children daily for months. She was reliable, helped with school work and house work. Would highly recommend her if you have multiple children.
- Tara W.
Esme A.
5.0
Esme took care of our baby from 10 weeks to 5 months and we still use her for occasional care. She is very mature, dependable, and caring for our baby. Our baby loves her. I highly recommend her.
- Hilary V.
Karise D.
5.0
Excellent. Kind. Easy to work with. Will use again.
- Vien Y.
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Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Jenks, OK are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.