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Stephanie S.


New Orleans, LA

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Education/Tutoring

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I am a teacher with a minor/certification in Special Education. I worked solely as a Special Educator for two of my six years teaching. During this time I worked with many children with a wide variety of special needs. Prior to beginning my teaching career, I worked as a tutor/assistant to a family with two young boys who had...
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Kema C.


Marrero, LA

$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm a certified nursing assistant I've worked under all spectrum hospitals, homes, and nursing homes. I've been certified over 20 years I'm a loving and compassionate care giver.
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Karen D.


Kenner, LA

$8-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Caregiver With A Heart.

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and will always place you first. I have experience with infants to the elderly. My first and only priority is you. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children to the elderly. I am very patient and my schedule is very flexible.
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
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Desiree S.


New Orleans, LA

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Registered Behavioral Technician

Worked with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) at Children's Hospital teaching social skills for ages 3-15 for 54 weeks total, 4 different sessions with four different age groups. Currently working at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) as a Registered Behavioral Technician (Therapist)Uptown, New...
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Rebecca B.


New Orleans, LA

$22-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rebecca, I'm a Senior at Tulane University studying on the Pre-Health track. I have 6 years of experience with kids of all ages as well as children with special needs. I am CPR/First Aid certified and have my own car. Contact me if interested :)
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hi, my name is Elizabeth and I am a rising sophomore at Tulane University earning a degree in Environmental Studies and a degree in Political Economy! For the past three years I have worked with the National Sports Center for the Disabled teaching those with disabilities to ski in the winter and to sail in the summer. I have...
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Deja A.


Marrero, LA

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

I assited in teching a special Education class while in child guidance in High school. I had students with all sorts of disablilties
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Karen V.


Westwego, LA

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Provider

Patient with special need, autism, speech disorders, medication repreparation, meal preparation, teach to feed themselves and basic life skills.
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Alyssia A.


New Orleans, LA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I was previously a nanny for various families throughout the Metro New Orleans area for 10+ years. I also have experience working with special needs children as an occupational therapy tech, as well as teaching at an early education center ages 6 months to 4 years. I graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology in 2015....
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Quentella J.


Marrero, LA

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 20 years of experience with special needs. I worked for Catholic charities and Crossroads. I also worked for normal life.
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Escalither C.


Westwego, LA

$16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Direct Service Worker/ Senior Care

I have 17years of experience with working with the seniors and special needs , and I have 16+ years experience working with kids. I assist with shopping, running errands, accompany to Dr. visits and daily activities, transportation, eating, bathing, food preparations and storage, light housekeeping, medication reminder,...
Escalither can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Alaina F.


Kenner, LA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time-Full Time Care Taker

I love working with children. I am currently in school. I am a homeschooler. I also work with two little boys with special needs. I am dependable but also fun and energetic. I'm 18 years old. I love to do arts and crafts. with me your children will have fun and feel safe. I have years of experience. I am also comfortable with...
Alaina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
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Meghan S.


Metairie, LA

$25-35/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

My name is Meghan and I am deeply passionate about caring for animals and supporting my family. My sister's journey with a brain injury 16 years ago has profoundly shaped my outlook on life, teaching me the importance of compassion, patience, and resilience. I also help her with everyday activities. Including eating, bathing,...
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Eva D.


New Orleans, LA

$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

I have provided care for a nonverbal autistic child for multiple years. I myself have ADHD and it affected the way I learned and went through school as a child. I have lots of tools for navigating learning and socializing with ADHD and autism spectrum. I am very patient and calm, and I'm a quick learner!
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Kristen W.


Westwego, LA

$12-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caring Educator And Child Care Provider

Hi! I'm Kristen, and I'm 23 years old. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and a teaching certificate for grades K-6. I have experience student teaching and teaching in grades K-5, as well as tutoring grades 2-12. With my experience teaching and student teaching, I have worked with students who have special needs,...

Taylor R.


Metairie, LA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey parents I am looking to meet some new families to babysit or tutor for in my area. I am a mom of a 3 and 4-year-old I am a special education teacher so I'm available for summer, evenings, and weekends. I have 16 years of experience with children ranging from new born -10 years old. I am comfortable working with children...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"My son is very shy but he took to her right away and had a good time with her while we were out. We are very protective and don't go out much but we would definitely use her again."

Catherine M.

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Danyale J.


New Orleans, LA

$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Danyale

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 22-year-old babysitter and tutor. I currently attend Nicholls State and my major is Biology Pre-Dentistry. I am very involved in school and my community as a whole. I have been babysitting for a little over four years mostly overnight and I have been a tutor for 5 years. I have experience with children with special...
Danyale can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Taylor R.


Metairie, LA

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! I am interested in working with your kiddo. I a certified teacher. I currently teach special education 1st-2nd grade. I have also 1st-4th grade. My class is mainly autistic but I am comfortable caring for all needs. I have experience with Down syndrome as well and I have a 4-year-old son who is autistic. My first aid and CPR...

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