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Brianna W.
Kernersville, NC
$16-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Looking For Something Either Part-time Or Full-time. I Am CNA Certified And CPR Certified.
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I have over 5 years experience with special needs children and younger children. I love babies and children of all ages. I have been a full time nanny and household manager for 5 years. I also hold my CNA and CPR certification as well!
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I grew up with a brother with Down Syndrome so I am experienced and have been around people with disabilities. I have a huge heart and enjoy sharing that love and light with others. I am not available to drive children anywhere due to the vehicle I have. I also prefer not to cook. If it is simple sandwiches or snacks I am ok...
Carolyn J.
Winston Salem, NC
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Independent Private Professional Care Giver Available For Part-time Work
4.5
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Dependable, punctual, great personality caregiver experienced in senior care, children including Alzheimer's, dementia, ADHD, autism, special needs, mental health patients. I've worked in the hospital, nursing homes, boarding homes and in private homes. Assist with meal preparation, basic personal needs including bathing,...
5.0
"Carolyn is so kind. When I came home the first day after she started work, I almost burst into tears when I saw how much she did for my mom and me. I only wish I'd met her sooner. She made such a difference in...
Reviewed by Karen S.
4.0
(4)
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I have worked with all age groups and special needs, and many other kinds of things. I have over 15 years of child care and 15 years of nanny care. I have worked most with twin newborn to 5 years. I do also have experience with school age children. I also have 15 years of experience in a church nursery. I have also done pet...
5.0
"Judy has been a part-time nanny for over 2 years for my two young boys and she has been wonderful. She is very dependable- she has never missed work, and she is always punctual. She has been very flexible with...
Reviewed by Laura B.
5.0
(1)
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Buenos dias! My name is Iris. I'm an experienced and reliable babysitter with 8 years of experience. I am creative and enjoy providing a fun learning environment for your children through crafts. I am a Spanish native and will enjoy teaching the Spanish language! I'm comfortable with special needs care and can do first-aid and...
5.0
"Iris cared for our 3 children in our home. She was like a dream come true. She interacted with the children in a loving and respectful manner. The children in turn were respectful and obedient of Iris. She...
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4.7
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I have always been interested in helping people of all ages. Was nanny for 26 plus years I have provide care children from newborn to teens. worked with the elderly for over 17 years. Am still interested in helping families. I volunteered with the YMCA, worked with the elderly at nursing homes. I am available to provide senior...
5.0
"Jean was a wonderful caregiver. She drove me (excellent driver I might add) to outpatient surgery. She was a delightful companion in the car. Jean stayed and then drove me to the pharmacy for medication. She...
Reviewed by Melissa L.
Tessa W.
Winston Salem, NC
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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Hello! my name is Tessa and I'm 24 years old. I'm currently a full time nanny in greensboro. looking for on call/per diem work. I have 5 years nanny experience with references, special needs experience, CPR/First aid certified, covid vaccinated, psychological management training, I have my own vehicle and absolutely love art!...
5.0
"Tess worked with my children for a year. She was prompt and informative attentive to my children's personal needs. Tess is fun engaging in a great asset to have in assisting with childcare."
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Alex A.
Greensboro, NC
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I am EMT certified, comfortable working with multiple children, and have experience with all ages. I have open availability and am willing to travel and shuttle kids to appointments and activities. Light house-keeping chores, cooking meals, homework help, and targeted exercise can all be expected. I am easy-going and adaptable....
5.0
"Alex did an amazing job with my 5 year old son. She was able to come on relatively short notice. He woke up the next morning and said that he missed her...that meant a lot :-). He's looking forward to "playing"...
Reviewed by Monica S.
5.0
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I love working with children of all backgrounds. Children with special needs just touch my heart in a special way. I have worked in a MR/DD group home in the past. I'm also a former CNA with 15 years experience in the hospital setting. I have also been working privately as a PCA for over 20 years. I'm a very compassionate,...
5.0
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I have been a professional nanny for over 26 years, have raised 4 children. I have grandchildren. I have also been a foster parent for state of Michigan for 7 years.I helped families with children ages from preemie newborns, children up to ages of 14 years of age, multiplies, and children with special needs. I have helped the...
5.0
"Jean is absolutely wonderful! She is amazing with our daughter and is always playing and singing with her. She is punctual, reliable, and very thoughtful. I would highly recommend Jean! "
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5.0
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I am a registered nurse, mother, missing my mom and dad daughter, and excellent company with professional experience with behavioral health, dementia, special needs and case management with disabled and elderly adults. I have personal experience with hospice, child and pet care. I have a full-time Monday to Friday 8 to 5 job but...
5.0
"Christina is a trustworthy and compassionate carer with a wide range of experience. She is an empathetic and nonjudgmental nurse who can handle physical, mental, emotional and social difficulties."
Reviewed by Brandon B.
Stephanie M.
High Point, NC
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a happily married woman and mother to 4 beautiful children of my own. I love children and have a huge heart for kids with disabilities. Two out of four of my kids have special needs!
I am new here to North Carolina all the way from Philadelphia PA, we came here after we adopted our youngest baby boy a couple months ago,...
5.0
"Stephanie is a wonderful person that cares for the people she works with. She is very personable and helpful. "
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5.0
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I am a speech language pathologist at Bluford Elementary school. I have a M. A. in speech language pathology from UNCG and a B. A. in Linguistics and Communication from UNC Chapel Hill. I am seeking part-time work as a tutor/virtual learning guide a couple afternoons a week. I have 3 years experience as a habilitation technician...
5.0
" Mckenzie has worked with our 14-year old non-verbal autistic daughter for the past year. She has done a great job following through with the treatment plan we have in place for our daughter. We are able to...
Reviewed by Tricia A.
Logan M.
Winston Salem, NC
$18-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hi! I'm Logan, I'm 21 and I'm a junior social work major at UNCC. I have been a home aid for children with special needs for about 2 years and I have been babysitting since middle school! I am comfortable with animals and experienced in caring for children of all ages and ability levels! I am CPR and First Aid certified. Feel...
5.0
"We miss Logan so much. She worked for us for several years until you left for college, and both of my kids love her to pieces. She was so reliable and almost never missed work. She really became a second me,...
Reviewed by Jessica F.
Logan M.
Winston Salem, NC
$12-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi! I'm Logan, I'm 20, I've been an at home care giver for children with special needs for around 2 years but have babysat children with special needs since I was 15. I'm currently a social work major at UNC Charlotte.
5.0
(1)
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I have raised a son with Autism to adulthood. I know the value of a trip to the grocery store alone, a movie, a date with my spouse, or other mental health maintenance a caregiver can be a great benefit. I am available for short respite services for caregivers of special needs individuals. I have also been a live in caregiver...
5.0
"Caroline has been a blessing to our whole family. My sister had a hemorrhagic stroke was moved to a long term nursing facility. We have no other family in that area and desperately needed a caregiver to oversee...
Reviewed by Nancy S.
Aiman Z.
Winston Salem, NC
$17-30/hr • 11 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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-I started looking after with kids when I was 11-year-old and my youngest brother was born. And since then I have been babysitting my cousins, nephews/nieces and friends' kids.
-I am an outdoor & nature loving person and in my spare time, I like to go on walks to the parks nearby. I love lakes & plants, I go to the pool & have...
5.0
"We have 2 special needs kids. Aiman is great with the both of them. She respects their preferences. They are both sensitive to sound and light. If she has the tv on she keeps it low. She's usually studying. She...
Reviewed by Dayze S.
5.0
(2)
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Thank you for viewing my profile! My name is Carter and I have 10 years of experience working with amazing individuals that have taught me so much about life. My experience includes currently working full-time as an EC teacher and past jobs in this field include Tristan's Quest, Noble Academy, ARC challenger baseball league,...
Kim S.
Rural Hall, NC
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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I am looking for mostly one-time jobs and date night sitting opportunities.
I am a graduate student at Appalachian State University working my internship placement with Guilford County Schools! I am in the third year of the School Psychology program! With this being said, I have a busy schedule but can work with 3 days in...
5.0
"Amazing with kids, and so incredibly patient. You can tell Kim takes joy in what she does! We love Kim!!"
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5.0
(3)
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I am a speech language pathologist in Guilford County schools. I have a M. A. in speech language pathology from UNCG and a B. A. in Linguistics and Communication from UNC Chapel Hill. I am seeking part-time work as a tutor/virtual learning guide a couple afternoons a week. I have 3 years experience as a habilitation technician...
5.0
"I hired McKenzie to care for our 6 year old twins. I was particularly interested in McKenzie after I read her profile and saw that she had experience working with special needs children as my son has autism....
Reviewed by Jamie D.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oak Ridge, NC
Carolyn J.
5.0
She is a caring person and very personable lady. She takes very good care of my mother and has a sweet soft voice that is soothing to her. I loved her from the first day. She keeps her clean and happy.
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Judy P.
5.0
Judy has been a part-time nanny for over 2 years for my two young boys and she has been wonderful. She is very dependable- she has never missed work, and she is always punctual. She has been very flexible with changes in our work schedules over the years and has always pitched in to help us out at...
- Laura B.
Iris C.
5.0
Iris cared for our 3 children in our home. She was like a dream come true. She interacted with the children in a loving and respectful manner. The children in turn were respectful and obedient of Iris. She enjoyed being outside with them playing and laughing as well. My children are now grown but...
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Jean B.
5.0
Jean was a wonderful caregiver. She drove me (excellent driver I might add) to outpatient surgery. She was a delightful companion in the car. Jean stayed and then drove me to the pharmacy for medication. She was so calm it definitely soothed my nerves. She handled my slight hiccup like a pro.
Jean...
- Melissa L.
Tessa W.
5.0
Tessa was my daughters teacher at daycare in ct. Tessa was the absolute best! She helped me teach my daughter walk when she was falling behind in the standards she also helped potty train her. Tessa was so gentle and caring. She was very enthusiastic about projects and circle time and reading...
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