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Alla B.

Experienced Personal Care Assistant Available Part Time

Ellenton, FL

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$24/hr
10 years experience
I helped person partially paralyzed after she had stroke. I tried to make her life better as possible. I helped her to cook, help her go shopping, took her to doctors, reminded her to follow doctors prescriptions, helped her in exercise, bathing and dressing if needed. We enjoyed to talk a lot while having good hot tea.:-) On...
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Experience With Special Needs

Bradenton, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I bring both professional and personal experience to my role as a special needs caregiver. I'm also the proud parent of an 18-year-old son with ASD, so I understand firsthand the importance of trust, patience, and individualized care. My goal is to support individuals with special needs in living full, safe, and engaging...
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Bradenton, FL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I was also employed with Family Care over the course of six months babysitting. In addition, I spent all four years of my high school helping special needs children in the classroom. I enjoy working with children because it brings me joy knowing I can care and provide for a child while bringing them happiness. I am open to pick...
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Fun Babysitter Looking For My Next Adventure!!

Bradenton, FL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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Hello! Happy to see you here :) I have six years of experience working with children (ranging in ages from infant to adulthood). I also have experiences with multiple children at a time as well as working with children such special needs.
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Bradenton, FL

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$16/hr
6 years experience
I worked in a special education school in NY for 6 years. I was a one on one aid for kids with intellectual, learning, and behavioral disabilities. I am very patient and fun to be around. I like to come up with different ways to have a good time, taking into consideration their level of ability. I was trained in Theraputic...
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Bradenton, FL

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$19/hr
Hi. My name is Lisa and I'm interested in helping you and your loved one. In the mid 1990's I worked in group homes with developmentally disabled adults. Near that time I also assisted the senior population in their homes with companionship, household chores, errands, and doctors appointments, so that they could remain in their...
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Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Bradenton, FL

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$13/hr
5 years experience
As a teacher I have worked with a variety of children with a variety of needs. I spent three years as a nanny to a special needs child as well.
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23 Year Old Loooking To Help Someone In Need

Bradenton, FL

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$14/hr
I don't have experience with special needs but am willing to learn. I am perusing a career in teaching and enjoy helping those in need. My pay is flexible.
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A Little About Me

Bradenton, FL

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$17/hr
In my spare time, I like to work on cars One thing you should know about me is I work at a special needs behavioral group home as well My skills include medication administration ability to bathe clients experience in behavioral homes
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Bradenton, FL

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$17/hr
Hi I'm a bilingual college grad I have 7 years of experience as a nanny -- started at the beginning of college. However, I had 5 years prior to that as a babysitter during my teen years. I have watched children for 10+ families, many of whom would be happy to refer me to new families. I have watched children of all ages from...
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New York

Bradenton, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Malani. I am a former soccer player on the University South Florida Womens Soccer team so, I love to be active and stay healthy, being a retired athlete. I have been the teachers aid to a special needs kindergarten class, a student-athlete mentor, a substitute teacher, and a volunteer soccer coach. I also...
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Bradenton, FL

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$14/hr
2 years experience
I'd describe my personality as responsible, professional, dedicated I like working with kids because I enjoy teaching and educating them. I transmit peace and security. I'm looking for a job that Always give my best. Learn new experiences every day, opportunities for growth, and self-improvement. I started working with kids...
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Nanny/babysitter Experienced With Special Needs

Ellenton, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Kind and nurturing babysitter/nanny available to care for children ages NB-12. Highly experienced, first-aid trained, compassionate and reliable. Pet friendly! Able and willing to run light errands as needed, organizing, light housework, snack/meal prepping (will work with parents/guardians for dietary restrictions!) Teacher in...
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Bradenton, FL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I am a patient, energetic and nurturing caregiver with extensive experience working with all ages of children and adults. Most recently I have worked as a paraprofessional for children with special needs I have also provided direct care and case management services for adults with special needs. I am happy to create engaging...
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Fun And Responsible Young Adult With Experience Over Various Groups, From New Borns To Special Needs

Bradenton, FL

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as energetic, enthusiastic, caring, attentive and organized I like working with kids because they are super resilient and fun. I love being a part of the growth and development of every child's life I'm able to work any type of job. I have experience as a full time nanny newborn baby where I did...
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Child Care

Bradenton Beach, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
*As of 09/29/24 available full/part time starting ASAP* I lost my job on AMI due to the Hurricane Starting rate is $35/approx. depending on age of children *30y/o, female, private school educated, college grad *Not dating, no roommates *Very reliable self-owned car *Very safe, no ER visits while babysitting *Extremely...
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Experienced Special Education Teacher

Bradenton, FL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with children on all spectrums of intellectual disabilities as well as children with learning disabilities. I worked in a public school for 4 1/2 years teaching children with severe and profound intellectual disabilities. I believe that every child can learn and deserve a chance to be presented information in a way...
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Fun & Caring Caretaker

Bradenton, FL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hello, Jess here! In high school I volunteered my time with our students with disabilities during my lunch breaks and study halls, and I volunteered with the Special Olympics for many years. I am currently employed as an ESE Resource Teacher for Manatee County. Previously I was the Phys. Ed Program Lead for Manatee County's...
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Bradenton, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a CNA. I cared for my parents for 12 yrs. I need to get back into the job market. I am a young 70 yrs old & looking to take care of someone else's parent now. My personality is loving, honest & responsible. I like caring for seniors because I cannot imagine how difficult it would be to no longer do things for yourself...
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Certified Teacher, K-5 All Subjects

Bradenton, FL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I adapt to children's individual needs. I have substitute taught at a learning center just to learn from the children and staff, so that I can be more knowledgeable and skilled with special needs. Currently, I teach nine hours a week, and I have two students with special needs. One has cerebral palsy and the other has...
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