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Brandy B.

LPN

Hollywood, FL

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$35/hr
6 years experience
Experienced Special Needs Caregiver with 5+ years of experience providing compassionate and reliable care to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Possess a strong understanding of medical terminology and procedures, as well as excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven track record of creating...
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Caregiver

Miami, FL

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I am currently training to become an RBT to work with special needs children. I have worked with kids of all types of ages from baby sitting to assisting them with physical therapy.
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Fun And Responsible Sitter! Comfortable With Pets!

Miami, FL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Monse. At the moment, I recently graduated high school and began college. I have 1 year of (working) experience and can help with Travel, Homework, Chores and Errands. Although I am still in school, I know I am the right candidate for your family. I am respectful, loyal, kind, alert and know how to have fun...
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Kayla

Hialeah, FL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Kayla, a 22-year-old online college student with 7 years of childcare experience. I plan to pursue my master's degree soon! My schedule is very flexible and I am CPR certified. I speak English and Spanish. Currently learning Italian. Starting at 15, I began volunteering as a leader and teacher at my local church, where I...
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Licensed Nurse

Hallandale, FL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Charlene. I am a Licensed Practical Nurse (license number upon request) who has experience working with special needs children in a professional nursing setting. My skills translate well for babysitting! I am CPR/BLS certified, reliable, responsible, and own my own car. I have a clean background and plenty of...
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Miami Gardens, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm Deja and I use to work at different institutes working with trauma people, handicapped people, etc. I also started working as a nurse's aid taking care of both kids and adults with disabilities like autism, down syndrome, diabetes and more, I've fed them, bathe them, clothe them, took them for walks and to zoos so that...
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I'm Originally From Long Island New York , I Am Vaccinated.

Miami, FL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hi ALL My name is Casey, 24 years old originally from New York I am of Jamaican and Cuban descent. I'm VERY patient, loving, fun, responsible, ACTIVE, creative, and organized. I love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives, I am passionate about what I do. I majored in nursing at a...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Hollywood, FL

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$14/hr
7 years experience
Hi! My name is Sa'Mya & I'm a full time student. I'm fun, patient, reliable, responsible & very caring. I have been caring for special needs infants, youth, and teenagers for 5 years. I was an active member in the Best Buddies program for 5 years. This program is to help guide & be a close friend to someone in your school or...
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Miami, FL

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Amaya, and I am a 23-year-old childcare professional residing in North Miami, Florida. I am currently seeking a full-time or part-time nanny position, and I bring with me over eight years of extensive experience working with children from newborns to pre-teens, including those with special needs. Throughout my career,...
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Care Giver

Hialeah, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Over 20 years of experience caring for kids. Special needs. Housekeeping. Light meal prep. Excellent references available. I speak Spanish, little English. and Italian hola tengo 20 años de experiencia con infantes y niños excelentes referencias, flexibilidad con los horarios y días, es un trabajo que amo me encantaría poder...
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Special Need

Miami, FL

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$10/hr
Are you still looking for a Home Health Aide? I am available to work as a companionship. I am patient, professional, dependable, and honest. Do not hesitate to contact me to take care of your loved one
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Responsible And Caring Sitter

North Miami Beach, FL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi my name is Olivia! I am originally from Atlanta Georgia and moved to Miami around 3. 5 years ago. I am currently a junior in college looking to use my previous caretaking skills while I am out of school during the summer and holidays. I have been care taking for many years now mostly with family, friends, and within my...
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Miami, FL

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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and have a wealth of experience as a trusted caregiver. My three years of experience have enhanced my ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages. I am patient, calm, and have a creative imagination, which allows me to engage children in...
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I Have Experience In Everything I Set Out To Do. I Like Working With Children.

Miami, FL

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$17/hr
I have experience in everything I set out to do. I like working with children. I am patient and kind.
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Nanny

Miami, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Over 10 years experience working with children ages 3-15. Responsible for pick up and drop off from school and after school activities as well as help with homework and school assignments. Help with self care and experience with special needs children also! I'd describe my personality as caring, fun and enthusiastic. I like...
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Loving, Patient, Reliable Care-giver

Pembroke Pines, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
My name is Alexis and I am a 20-year-old College student. I am studying business management so I can one day have a non-profit. I have always loved life and all the people I get to meet along the way. Especially children and those who need the most love from others. I love special needs kids because they see the world in a...
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Full Time Or Part Time Caregiver Available

Hollywood, FL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Hi everyone. My name is Tania and I'm a mommy of 3 amazing kids. D 13, N 12 and E who is 8. I'm very big on family. I love spending time with older people. I have my grandmother who is 80 and my kids and I love taking her out, playing games like dominoes and connect 4 with her. There has always been something about older people...
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Child Care

Miami, FL

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have experience working with children from preschool, elementary school, middle school and high school, I had worked with all the ages and I also have worked with children's with special needs, I worked at a preschool and later I transitioned to work for the Miami Dade county system. In the preschool I learned to provide basic...
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RBT/ HHA

Hialeah, FL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Good morning, I am a certified teacher from Cuba, with a bachelor's degree in humanities, I also have the certificate of 40 hours from Fl, in addition to the experience of working with children all my life both in my country and in the USA, I have all my records clean, I have my CPR, I am Cuban American, I would appreciate the...
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Part-time Babysitter

Miami, FL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, I am 25 years old and have an extensive background with taking care of children of all ages as well as children with special needs. I was a registered behavioral technician for four years and collected data as well as assessed behaviors for children on the autism spectrum. I also have been a lifeguard and swim instructor...

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