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Carol G.


Gallatin, TN

$28/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Carol. I have been a registered behavior technician for many years. Previously, I was a pre-school teacher. Before becoming a mother, I was a journalist and artist. I am almost finished with my masters in school counseling. I am skilled in working with special needs children, especially those with ASD. I practice...
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Sierra G.


Gallatin, TN

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

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I have over 16 years in care-giving I started at a daycare and then I move further working with Intellectual individuals I also worked with the elders I can provide references if needed I am a passionate work, honest and reliable I am the best caregiver you would want to care for your family
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Jadyn O.


Hendersonville, TN

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I am the oldest of 5 children, so that definitely sparked my passion for taking care of younger children. During high school, I was enrolled in all of the Early Childhood Education classes also with the special needs assistant classes. In the special needs class I assisted with meal time and created lesson plans. In the Early...
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Katie-scarlett C.


White House, TN

$20-22/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter

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Hello! My name is Scarlett, and I'm a 24-year-old behavior therapist (RBT certified) 8am-6 p.m. M-F. I'm available outside these hours for babysitting, nannying, tutoring, and petsitting. I am CPR, AED, and First-Aid certified (BLS certification), as well as Safety Care certified for behavioral crisis prevention. I have worked...
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Macie P.


Gallatin, TN

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Windward And North Shore Sitter

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I love Kids!! I have been nannying/babysitting for over 10 years. I have babysat and nannied for families of up to 4 kids at a time. I have been a caretaker for kids, teens, and adults with all different kinds of disabilities and special needs. I have a masters degree in Therapeutic Recreation (working with people with...
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Jadyn O.


Hendersonville, TN

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi everyone! My name is Jadyn and I am looking for a full-time nannying position. I am a very fun, outgoing, and energetic person. I have experience with children of all ages and special needs. I am CPR certified. I have a reliable vehicle so I can assist with school pickup, and take children to the park or any other fun...
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Ellen G.


Hendersonville, TN

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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Hello! I am a college student looking for child care jobs over the summer and am very flexible and reliable. My job experience includes interning for the physical therapist of Sumner County schools, working as a camp counselor at Camp Sycamore Hills, and teaching with an after school program for underfunded middle schools in...
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Macie P.


Gallatin, TN

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Extensive Nannying Experience For Kids With All Different Needs And Abilities

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I love Kids!! I have been nannying/babysitting for 10+ years. I have nannied for families of up to 4 kids at a time. I have been a caretaker for kids, teens, and adults with all different kinds of special needs. I have a masters degree in Therapeutic Recreation (working with people with disabilities to ensure they have the...
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Riley H.


Hendersonville, TN

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Responsible Adult Seeking Job Opportunity

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Hello! I am a 24 years old and just graduated with my masters degree in Professional Communications. I am CPR certified and have been nannying/babysitting since I was in high school. I also have been the assistant in special needs classes since high school as well. I am responsible, reliable and hard working. I hope this will be...
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Belle I.


Gallatin, TN

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter Available During Work Week Part-Time

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I've worked and volunteered at a camp in my town for special needs children. I also grew up babysitting my younger cousins. I love to draw, paint and do many arts and crafts that I can do with your child also. I recently graduated with my bachelors degree in Earth and environmental Science with a concentration in education.
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Melissa B.


Gallatin, TN

$17-23/hr1 yrs exp

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I used to teach children with disabilities and bond with them. I love getting to know each and every one of them. I love understanding what makes them into the person they are.
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Ginger B.


Hendersonville, TN

$24-35/hr10 yrs exp

Educator

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Hello. I was a professional educator for 5 years. I also taught preschool for 3 years. For the past 5 years, I have been assisting the elderly with disabilities. I also have a 22-year-old twin daughter with cerebral palsy. Hope to hear from you!
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Kathleen B.


Gallatin, TN

$28-35/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Outgoing, And Active Young Full-time Nanny!

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I have many years of childcare experience as I grew up babysitting for friends and family. I was a full-time nanny for a 1 y/o and 6 y/o with special needs last year between May 2022- Oct 2022 between college and leaving for Southwest Airlines Flight Attendant Training. It was such a delight to get to care for these sweet kiddos...
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Addison G.


Hendersonville, TN

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

The Best Sitter!!

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I have been babysitting for around 4 years now! I have worked at a Mother's Day out program teaching 3-year-olds for the past two summers, and I also work as an after school care sitter at a church for the past two school years. I love children and have great experience with babies, twins/multiples, children with special needs,...

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I am a pediatric ICU nurse so I am familiar with how to care for a variety of special needs. I am available to care for special needs kids on date nights or random days that align with my schedule.
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Lauren B.


Gallatin, TN

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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I am trained to work children with disabilities from reading difficulties to significant behavioral disorders. I can help with homework; teaching organizational skills; design behavior plan; interventions for students with disabilities in reading and math; and help facilitate communication with children with delays in language...

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