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Rebecca V.

Arden, NC

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
For 21 years I've dedicated myself to nurturing young minds and supporting families. My passion lies in fostering children's growth and development, and making a real difference in their lives. I'm patient, calm, creative, friendly, and approachable. I provide daily written reports, share updates at pickup, and am always...
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Swannanoa, NC

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I also have years of taking care of my sibling with special needs and her friends.
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Semi -Retired Psychologist

Asheville, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi there, I'm Travis , I'm a 51 yr old semi - retired Psychologist ( BS / Masters/ Clemson University) looking to help out part time usually in the afternoons / evenings . I'm fun, comical, outgoing, kind , compassionate , empathetic , easy to get along with , lover of all people, positive , great communicator among many other...
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Canton, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
transportation
meal prep
+ 1 more
Caring for others has always been part of who I am. I'm a proud mom of two with 10+ years' experience supporting children, elders, and families--including loved ones with Alzheimer's, chronic illness, and special needs. Certified in CPR, First Aid, FEMA, and Emergency Management, I bring both safety and warmth to my work. My...
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Weaverville, NC

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I interned for an after school camp for children on the Autism Spectrum in which I designed and facilitated activities and games for the children to participate in. I fell in love with the program and the kids and followed my passion to a position at The Autism Society of North Carolina as a Community Skills Instructor, shortly...
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Arden, NC

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
transportation
meal prep
+ 1 more
20 years experience of in home care for infants, school aged, special need adults , special needs children and elderly care. For most of my adult life I have always cared for someone. I went to school for Clinical Massage Therapy in 2012 and graduated with Honors. I will put your loved ones at ease and care for your home and...
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Marshall, NC

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi there! I am currently a junior student at UNCA, studying psychology. I love spending time with kids, they are lovely and have such open minds. I have quite the artistic background and enjoy drawing, painting, sewing, and making music. I also enjoy cleaning, and will gladly help around the living space, doing laundry,...
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Asheville, NC

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there, I am currently finishing up my last year of Graduate School in a Psychology and Dance/Movement Therapy program. I have recently moved to Asheville to be a clinical intern at BMNTC. I am looking for a great family to work for during this time! Previously coming to Asheville, I lived in Keene, NH and worked as a Daily...
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Asheville, NC

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Over a decade of professional social work case management experience, providing comprehensive support to children and families, as well as individualized care for individuals with Down syndrome, high-functioning autism, and other special needs.
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Loving Child Care Provider

Waynesville, NC

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello - Prior to my paralegal career I worked for the Girl Scout Counsel in Rapid City, SD. I developed and implemented a program called Whiz Kids, which had an emphasis on math, science, and life skills. I traveled to the Cheyenne River, Rosebud, and Pine Ridge Indian reservations and worked with the girls in after school...
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Caring Husband And Father Of 3 Loves To Help Those In Need

Asheville, NC

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$15/hr
I have cared for both my mother and father who both passed from pancreatic cancer. I have experience with giving medication, bathing, cooking, and doing many types of handyman work around the house.
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Full-time Infant/toddler/child Care For Working Family.

Waynesville, NC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
My name is Yvonne and I am a semi-retired RN who is CPR certified, an energetic and physically fit, mature woman who loves people of all ages! Allow me to help with your little one's child care needs so you can relax when you have to be away from them. Thank you, Yvonne
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Asheville, NC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Errands
hospice services
dementia
respite care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With more than five years experience working with adults and children with special needs, I have a deep appreciation and reverence for people who are in need of care. Humor and vulnerability, respect and trust are natural byproducts of a good caregiver/cared-for relationship. While I'm adept with caring for physical needs,...
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Very experienced and dependable nanny looking for children to love

Canton, NC

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I actually go by my middle name, Melissa. I have over 20 years of experience with all ages, including infants. I was a therapeutic foster parent for about 16 months and a special needs foster parent for 9 years. I have worked in a daycare, volunteered in a preschool, worked in elementary and middle schools with special needs and...
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Caregiver Work Needed

Asheville, NC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in a hospital pharmacy for 6 years while in school. I got my certified nursing license in 2014. I have experience working with patients of all ages. I enjoy helping others and I am a very empathetic person.
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Asheville, NC

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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As a mother of four, I appreciate the unique expression of young minds and hearts. I also understand the anxiety of trusting another person to care for your kids. I strive to be sensitive to the feelings of others and create a safe space. I think it's important to sing and be creative, and also to get outside and play. I love...
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Asheville, NC

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Hello, I'm Savannah! I live in the Asheville area and I have a passion for caring for kiddos. I've been working with kids since I was in high school and it brings me so much joy. I have also been working at daycares in North Carolina for 3 years now and have had experiences working with children from infant to 5 years old. I...
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Ceramic Artist Makes For Creative Nanny

Asheville, NC

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hey there, I am a ceramic artist with a passion for making creative spaces. I have been working as a certified and trained in-home care provider since 2016. I am comfortable with children from the ages of 3 months and upwards, and I have experience working with multiples and children with special needs. I am always willing to...
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Part-time Caregiver

Asheville, NC

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi I'm Kenna. I have my Bachelors in Social Work and currently work part-time as an assistant at Shining Mountain Waldorf school. I have worked as a direct support professional for individuals who experience cognitive and physical disabilities and worked as Registered Behavioral Technician with children who experience autism. I...
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Weaverville, NC

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have recently relocated to Weaverville NC. I am an independence caregiver with over 20 years experience available to help other families in need of assistance with a variety of different things from child care to elder care, housekeeping, cooking, errands, and organizing. I have years of experience and fabulous references upon...
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