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Allyson C.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Very Experienced Babysitter!!

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Hi my name is Ally and I am an upcoming junior at the University of Tennessee in the nursing school. I am going to home for the summer from college and am hoping to find a nannying job. I have five years of experiences with children from ages 5 mos and up, I also have a lot of experience with children who have special needs. I...
Allyson can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Michaela D.


Knoxville, TN

$12-17/hr • 3 yrs exp

My name is Michaela , I al originally from South Carolina. I have worked with people who have a disability since I was in the 4th grade I am now 21. I started with cheerleading just helping out with the special needs team, and fell in love with it which made my continue doing what I love. Going into middle school and high school...
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Macey P.


Knoxville, TN

$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

Hello! I have recently taught special education at the elementary level. I have 1. 5 years of experience teaching in a self-contained classroom, but 5+ years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I would love to narrow my focus to one or two individuals in the home setting being a caretaker. I am looking for...
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Karenza K.


Sevierville, TN

$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Worker From NY-Good Work Ethic And Attentive

Hi Guys! My name is Karenza. I have been working with Special needs for about 5 years. I started in NY, and Loved the field. I work with an Array of different clients from Parkinson's Disease to Muscular Dystrophy, I have experience and confidence in a wide array of skills. I am First Aide Trained, Hoyer Lift Trained, CPR...
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Lydia A.


Maryville, TN

$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I have extensive experience with children of every age. I have 6 years of professional childcare experience through environmental education programs - such as summer camps, zoo children's programs, and national parks school programs! I have firsthand experience with children with special needs (my little brother is on...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Wendy V.


Dandridge, TN

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Teacher - Looking For Full Time Nanny Position

I have over 30 years experience working with children and am looking to provide care for a family in the child's home. Willing to discuss a varied schedule that allows for vacation time during the year. I am certified to teach special needs children ages birth to age 18 and also have experience working with typically developing...
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Meg G.


Knoxville, TN

$18-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Child And Pet Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Meg! I moved to Knoxville from Maryland in 2016 to attend school at UTK. I've since graduated and am job searching right now. I'd love to find some one time babysitting gigs or temporary positions until I've secured a job. I have experience watching children ages 3 months up to 13 years including some experience in...
Meg can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
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Brenda D.


Knoxville, TN

$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver (Mom)

I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have a son that just turned 19 that is autistic and epilepsy. My son graduates this week , it has not been easy but we made it through. My son is pretty well normal but he stutters with his speech sometimes and does not do well with changes to anything in his life. I wish when kids...
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Holly F.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

I have just graduated from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and received a passing score on my NBCOT board exam. I am extremely passionate about helping people and caring for those who have different needs and unique minds. I loved my clinical experience providing occupational therapy for pediatrics who...
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Emerson W.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter For Any Age Range!

Ever since I can remember, I've always found joy in being around kids, and that natural connection led me to become a caregiver. I'm Emerson, a sophomore at the University of Tennessee studying marketing and event planning & design. Originally from Annapolis, Maryland, I've been babysitting since I was 15, with a mix of...
Emerson can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Samantha S.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm 30 years old and have years of experience with kids of all ages and stages. I worked in a daycare. also I have experience with special needs since my daughter has autism. I'd describe my personality as outgoing, kind, caring and empathetic.
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Jacklyn J.


Knoxville, TN

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Get To Know Me

My journey began at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where I studied Sociology I have worked with adults with disabilities the past two years with The Arc Knox County/Sunshine Industries I'd describe my personality as outgoing, curious and accepting I like working with kids because I too have a childlike wonderment as...
Jacklyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Andrea F.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, Previous Educator Of Children With Special Needs For More Than A Decade

I have been involved with children for more than 20 years. I have taught high school students with behavioral conditions. I have also worked with children with severe medical, physical, and emotional needs. I have been trained in CPR and first aid for almost equally as long. I have a PhD in Education, and am highly qualified to...
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Emma B.


Knoxville, TN

$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I am in my sixth year working in special education. I currently teach a self contained classroom for students with autism, but have previously worked in behavior support roles in classrooms. I enjoy bridging academic skill practice with functional life skills through different activities based on preferred activities. Since I am...
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Caitlin L.


Knoxville, TN

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have varied experience working with children with both developmental and physical special needs. I've worked both in the public, community, and private homes doing this work and have excellent references available upon request!
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Tomara M.


Seymour, TN

$25-40/hr

Loving, Patient And Compassionate

I am a kind hearted and compassionate person. I am a Caregiver by nature... help with special needs..
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Alexandra L.


Knoxville, TN

$15-17/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a junior at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville double majoring in psychology and neuroscience. I am CPR, babysitting, first aid, and lifeguard certified. I started working with kids when I was 13 years old. I have three nieces and a nephew as well and love spending time with them. In my spare time, I like to...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sadie H.


Knoxville, TN

$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp

About Me:

Hi my name is Sadie and I am currently a sophomore at the University of Tennessee. I am from Austin, TX and spend summers and breaks there. I have been working as a baby-sitter, nanny, or mother's helper for the past 4 years. In addition to that, I teach kids swim lessons in the summer, so I have a ton of experience with kids...
Sadie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Matthew W.


Maryville, TN

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Child Care/ Special Needs Provider

I have experience working with children from children from birth to teenagers. I am skilled in time and house management, extensive special needs care, and much more.
Matthew can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Angelica G.


Knoxville, TN

$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs LPN

I am a Licensed Nurse with experience regarding PEG tubes, colostomy, catheterization, wound care, IV sites, etc. I am BLS certified, and I have a reliable insured vehicle.

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