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Julie W.

Special Needs Provider

Oakdale, TN

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$25/hr
LPN-2024 CNA- 18 years CPR/First Aide Behavioral Training Hands on care experience Medication management References upon request
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Oakdale, TN

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$12/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with people with disabilities for over 20 years. I have training in this field. I have my CPR and first aid updated annually
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Experienced Care And Specialized Services

Harriman, TN

4.0(0)
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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have taken college courses, state testing, and have hands on experience with these age groups and needs: Babies: 1 year Children 2-13 : 3 years Adults with cognitive impairments: 3 years Diabetes type 2: 6 years Autism: 2 years Geriatrics with dementia and and advanced schizophrenia: 18 months immobile and bedridden clients:...
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Part-Time Care Giver

Oak Ridge, TN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience
Each Tuesday and Thursday I help out with the special needs class at my school. I also am in a club called "Friends for Friends" where am a "friend" to special needs children. I am extremely passionate about working with special needs kids. I have so much fun with them. I would love to do anything that helps provide care for a...

Eb B. says "The only reason we didn't hire Bailey at this time was we found someone else who was closer to M.'s school. Bailey came across as a very smart and caring...

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Harriman, TN

4.5(1)
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$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Experience: 5+ years as a nanny. Four years work with special needs adults citizens and medically needy individuals. Infant and newborn classes as of 2026 Extra things I love to do for families I work with: food prep, shopping, gardening, dog training, art programs for everyone, Magic School Bus Science kits, and reading...

Care Member says "Kat is a deeply kind and patient person who was absolutely fabulous with my autistic toddler. Can’t recommend her enough! "

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Harriman, TN

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hey! My name is Anna. I currently am in the Radiology program at Roane State. I previously was a special needs day care assistant for about a year and I now work PRN at an intensive care house for special needs adults. I will be at school throughout the week through the summer but I will be available on the weekends.
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Rockwood, TN

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
In my years working in the healthcare field, I enjoyed taking care of the elderly over any other age group. I have taken care of special needs adults as well as patients with dementia, cancer, parkinsons, diabetes, heart disease, and so much more. I enjoy cooking and have owned a house cleaning business.
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Reliable, Secure, Creative, Engaging

Oak Ridge, TN

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hired by 10+ families in our community over the last 12 months. Offering a unique care experience with strong male character. I have a nurturing & peaceful presence which helps in deescalating big behaviors. Experience in special needs. Integrity, Positive, Caring, Engaging, Leader When you message, I will promptly return my...
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Crossville, TN

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$14/hr
4 years experience
I have experience providing palliative and respite services to clients in all walks of life. I have worked in memory care, cancer care, senior companionship, tutoring children with special needs, and functioning as a direct support professional to those with developmental delays and psychiatric illness. My goal is to treat your...
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The Cheerful Helper

Oak Ridge, TN

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$20/hr
Meal prep
errands
transportation
light cleaning
respite care
I am looking to see if my skills would be needed for assistive care for you. I am wanting to grow in my experience with special needs. I have deep life experiences, high security clearance, a good head on my shoulders, and a can do attitude. My experience with people comes from 25+ years of customer service along with church...
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Care For The Whole Person

Harriman, TN

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I have 5 years college, and 5 years home health experience. 3. 5 years experience home health with geriatrics including dementia. 2 years home health with DD services. 2 years home health with special needs adolescence. I understand that frequently the job is more than just care for the person, but care for a balanced home...
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Open To Caregiving Of Special Needs

Oak Ridge, TN

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$20/hr
Open to an awesome male caregiver hired by 10+ families in our Community? I am a solid caregiver for your family for date nights, weekends, evenings, or over nights. I have teenage daughters who sit as well if you want them with me or if you eventually would like them to be your go to sitter. I am offering the unique care...
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Special Needs Assistance

Harriman, TN

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$21/hr
3 years experience
I am a mom to 3 older kids. CPR certified, recent background checked, animal lover. One daughter was a preemie with devopmrntal delays and speech delays. Another daughter is adhd. I have sat as a sitter with adult who has autism.
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Oak Ridge, TN

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
I've been caring for children since I took a Certified Babysitting course right after I turned 13 years old. When I lived in Tucson, I worked for the now defunct AAA Nanny Service. I was on call as a certified babysitter for parents who were either tourists to the area, or just needed a night away from the hubbub. I've worked...
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Oak Ridge, TN

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have over 30yrs experience with children. I have a background in early childhood and elementary education. My experience is with newborns up to teenagers, with and without disabilities (autism, Down Syndrome and ADHD, among others). This includes multiple children at once up to 8 (including multiples), in home (theirs &...
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I have had approximately 18 years of giving great service and attention to detail caring for individuals that I have had the pleasure of taking care of. I am experienced in helping with adult and senior clients who have experienced a number of difficulties and obstacles in their lives. I always do my best to care for them and to...
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Caregiver/child care

Harriman, TN

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have worked as a child caregiver of all different ages but have come to love working with senior adults most. I also have worked with special needs adults. I am a hard worker.
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The Golden Heart Care Provider

Oak Ridge, TN

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I have at least 7 years of experience taking care of individuals with special needs. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Feeding. I also love to read/write with my clients, and I like to listen to music and dance with him/her. I enjoy instructing people with ID on how to do everyday activities like how to do...
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