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Pandora D.

Educational And Fun Nanny

New Orleans, LA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, calm, and respectful. I love working with kids. With the right boundaries, anything can be a learning experience or adventure! I'm looking for a nanny/house managing position. My rates vary depending on what is needed of me. I find that working with special needs/differently...
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Mom's Helper Can Also Tutor!

New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a certified teacher with 10 years of experience educating elementary school children, included those with special needs. For the past 5 years, I have been honored to have become a stepmom to an elementary aged child myself. As a homemaker, I know all the different responsibilities necessary to keep a household running and...
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New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi, my name is Divante, and I've been working with children for over five years, including kids with special needs and autism. I've cared for newborns for over three years and have deep knowledge of their needs. I'm an RBT-certified professional, qualified to support children on the autism spectrum with compassionate,...
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Babysitter With Extensive Experience

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a Tulane Freshman looking for extra work. I would love to babysit weekly for a family close to campus. I have 6 years of babysitting experience, and have nannied for the same family every summer for 3 years. I can help with housekeeping, cooking and laundry. I am very well trained with young kids. I have extensive training...
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Warm, Responsible, And Ready To Make Fun Memories!

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an experienced childcare provider, with 8 years of experience. I am currently working on my doctorate in clinical psychology and have experience working with children who have a wide variety of special needs. I have experience with applied behavior analysis in addition to caring for many children at a time, as I taught...
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Sitter/Art Teacher In New Orleans, LA

New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting & teaching art lessons on & off for the past 10 years while receiving my education. Recently, I graduated from LSU with a Bachelor's in Fine Art & went on a solo-backpacking trip through Europe. I have been a sitter for children ages 6 months -12yrs old. If your child is interested in the arts, I also...
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New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I've been babysitting for around 4 years and enjoy working with kids. I'm very creative and love coming up with crafts and fun games to do with kids based on their interests. I've babysat kids of all ages, 1 yr through teenagers, and can change diapers. I'm very patient, and am comfortable working with kids who have special...
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New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi, I'm Sheila, a student based in the Uptown area with experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I specialize in caring for older kids and can assist with homework, meal preparation, and light cleaning. Additionally, I am CPR and First Aid certified, ensuring a safe and supportive...
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Fun And Attentive Nanny

New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
17 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Born and grown up in Israel, I have accumulated over 17 years of experience working with children. I worked in kindergartens as well as nannied part time and full time with children of all ages, twins, and kids with special needs. Playful, energetic and creative, I love giving babies and children a lot of variety of activities,...
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child care

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Angela! I would describe my personality as compassionate, vigilant, and sympathetic. I like working with kids because I have a youthful soul; I thoroughly enjoy guiding and caring for them. I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling and allows me to work with amazing children. I started working with kids when I began...
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Fun Sitter And Mother To A Little Boy

New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have a lot of patience and try to teach with understanding and empathy. CPR Certified Degree is Psychology and currently continuing coursework in early education. I am also currently working on courses for children with special needs...
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New Orleans, LA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I specialize in working with children and adults with special needs and disabilities. I have experience working with children with autism, and down syndrome and behavior. Over the last summer I started working alongside seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia. My passion is teaching and I have been working in various classroom...
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New Orleans, LA

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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Kris! I am 28 and recently obtained a Master's degree from Tulane University. I have over 7 years of experience in childcare including working with special needs children, working at an elementary school for a year, tutoring children of varying ages, nannying, and teaching art classes. I'm passionate about early...
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New Orleans, LA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
As the oldest of 7 , I have always been called to caretaking. I am a registered nurse and I have worked in many healthcare settings including pediatric, behavioral health, and adult daycare. Safety is always my number one priority and I am equipped to work with children or adults with various medical conditions and special...
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Child Development-Focused Caregiver

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Duygu -- a graduate student in Psychology at the University of New Orleans, and someone who truly believes that the only way to change the world is through education and love. I've worked as an English teacher, volunteered with disadvantaged youth, and have meaningful experience supporting children with special...
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New Orleans, LA

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Rebecca, I just graduated from Tulane University studying on the Pre-Health track. I will be starting my first year at NYU for my Master's degree in Speech Pathology this fall! I have 6 years of experience with kids of all ages as well as children with special needs. This includes homework help, transportation to...
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Senior Care

New Orleans, LA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Hope. I'm seeking a position in senior care. I have over 14 years experience working with the elderly. I have worked with clients that has Alzheimer, clients with tube feeding, clients with tracheotomy and several other special needs. I'm willing to run errands, bring to appointments, bathing, light cooking, and...
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New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
errands
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience with elderly and Alzheimer's paitents along with special needs care. I can help with Transportation Services and House cleaning. I assist in any daily needs from companionship to hospice aide. If at the end of the day I can make your loved one or yourself smile or laugh, then I've met my goal for...
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New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Experienced with In-Home care for seniors with Alzheimer's, dementia and special needs. Bathing, dressing, meds, outings, errands. Comfortable with transportation and bathroom care.
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New Orleans, LA

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$25/hr
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
I've been an art/mindfulness teacher for over an amazing five years with a couple of those years teaching senior and people with special needs. I love working with people and I feel like I really scored in learning just as much as I teach. People are my passion and I love to create fulfilling relationships. I also find things...
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