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My name is Heidi. I've worked in this field in different settings for over 10yrs. I have experience with individuals with Autism, Asperger's, downs syndrome, and many more. I have excellent references. Which will be provided at interview. I am patient and kind. I have a great sense of humor. I love what I do. Thank u for...
I like people I'm hard worker
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- $25/hr
6 years experience
Live-in home care
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I have a medical assistant background and I have done in home care and facility care for elderly and special needs. I can assist with daily functions of hygiene, feeding, mobility, companionship, as well as providing security, patience and compassion. I can help with maintaining your loved one's schedules and appointments.
Care Member says "Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!! "
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
As a big sister of two little brothers, and a member of a large extended family (with lots of little cousins!), my love for kids has only grown over the years. Kids are my passion, and I always feel comfortable around them. I love to play, teach, and create with children, as I've always been a very creative and driven person...
Sarena M. says "Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and always happy to...
I have over 13 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities, and I have a strong passion for this work. As the eldest child in my family, I have had ample experience caring for infants and preschool aged children. Most of my experience is working with children and young adults ranging in age from 3 to 18+ years...
Kuenzi D. says "Jessica is a great employee! She is passionate, up-beat and a hard worker. She takes initiative and asks questions when she has them. She dies a great job...
Travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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I have experience taking care of kids in my life as a young adult. I also have experience taking care of kids with special needs. ASD, ADD, ADHD, AND ODD.
Hello! My name is Leah. I am a 27-year-old woman. Professionally, I worked at a High School for 3 years in the Special Education Department. In the 3 years, I worked with kids of many different backgrounds and needs. I have always had a giving personality and love to help people. I know it takes a cheerful and encouraging...
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- $20/hr
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
Hello! I am a certified teacher and professional nanny looking to extend companionship and care to the senior community. While I do not have a healthcare background, I do have previous experience working with individuals with special needs and limited mobility. I was also extremely close to both of my grandmothers before they...
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
My name is Kulakarn, an experienced, and caring nanny. I'm 26 years old. I'm looking for a part-time nanny position with healthy kids and kids with special needs.
My Experience:
• I helped raise my cousin's twins boy aged 5 months old.
• I helped raise my nephew of brother-in-law aged 3 years old
• I was one of the teaching...
Transportation
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
errands
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I have nearly 20 years of experience providing compassionate, high-quality care for adults with special needs and seniors facing a range of health challenges, including dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's disease. In addition to being a certified Special Education teacher, I have consistently worked part-time as a caregiver...
Hi, my son recently went to a group home, so I'd like help Special Needs parents get the breaks they need and deserve. I Specialize in babies, toddlers, children, teens and young adults. My experience is primarily with Autism, all levels, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Adhd, and mental illnesses,...
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- $22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a certified teacher with a passion for providing care to young children. I have experience in working with children 0-18, in both academic and childcare settings. I also have past experience in working with kids with special needs and providing therapeutic recreation services.
My most recent family and I have been together...
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
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Hello! My name is Hayley. I have been providing childcare for over 23 years in my home and more years as a nanny prior to that. I am looking to provide babysitting or nanny services either in or out of my home. I no longer operate a daycare. I have 10 plus years as a school bus driver and have a great driving record. My previous...
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- $20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Prior to moving to Dallas, I worked as a therapeutic recreation assistant for children and young adults (ages 3-21 years old) in an after-school care and summer camp setting. I also have two years experience as a paraprofessional educator in a severe behavior needs classroom, grades 4 and 5.
In addition to caring for children...
Stay at home mom that now has independent teenagers that don't need mom to be home all the time or that need to be driven to practices. Looking to help out others families while also making extra money (because teenagers are expensive lol). Experience taking care of Special need kids.
Worked in a nursing home rehab center for 12 years took care of a wide range of patients with all types of disorders am considerate and patient enjoy helping people
Care taker that is capable of meeting all needs. I've nannied for many special needs babies and children before.
I am compassionate and willing to help in all areas of your needs . I have experience in : transferring, feeding and bathing .
I am reliable and I am very patient .
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working full time in a special needs school for 16 years. I have a Master's degree in special education and currently work at a private school as a special education teacher. I also have prior experience as an ABA therapist, tutoring, housekeeping and as a nanny.
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have nearly 2 decades of experience in child care and education. I have worked in daycare, directed children's theatre camps, taught in high behavior environments, and served a middle school administrator. Currently, I work full time for a local non-profit scholarship program, but continue child and pet care in my spare...
Shawna S. says "Aurora was able to adjust her schedule, navigate a new city, and take charge in an unfamiliar household to take care of our two-year old when I was in the...
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The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of March 2026
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Kimberly W.
Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!!
- Care member
Miranda L.
Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and...
- Sarena M.
Jessica I.
Jessica is a great employee! She is passionate, up-beat and a hard worker. She takes initiative and asks questions when she has them. She...
- Kuenzi D.
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