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Abigail B.

Rutherfordton, NC

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$13/hr
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of children since a very young age. I know that every family is different and has a particular way of doing things, and I have been able to easily adapt to that. I also have experience with children that have special needs, and I am very patient when it comes to that, and working with them.
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Rutherfordton, NC

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm so excited to get the opportunity to learn about your family and play a role in the development of the next generation! I look forward to meeting with you. I am CPR and first aid certified with a first responding background. I have experience with children 0-12. Experienced with a variety of special needs children. I...
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Landrum, SC

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and supporting families through reliable, high-quality care is of much interest to me. With two years of experience working with infants, children up to age 7, and special needs children. I bring a patient, calm, and approachable demeanor to every household. I am comfortable caring for up to two children and...
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Forest City, NC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with special needs individuals in the school system setting and in a home setting for many years. I have worked with young children with ASD all the way to elderly friends with dementia and in hospice care. I love caring for those in need of extra care and love.
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Direct Support

Forest City, NC

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
Working along side with family members to provide a healthy, safe and happy environment which allows them to keep their loved ones in the comfort of their own homes is my goal when working with clients. I have worked with clients with dementia, Alzheimers as well as special needs adult.
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Forest City, NC

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Childcare has been an integral part of my life for as long as I can remember. As the oldest of four, I was not only entrusted with the care of my siblings, but became the neighborhood babysitter around the age of 12. During my college years, I worked at an amazing five star daycare between classes, and became a regular...
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Seasoned Caregiver With 13 Years Experience

Nebo, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I have 10 years of experience between the local Mental Hospital as a CNA and the local community Hospital as a CNA. I have experience with Dementia, Alzhiemers, Special needs, I/DD, Youth and Autistic individuals, in Burke and Caldwell counties. I also have 2 years of experience in Nursing homes. I have a passion for caregiving...
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child caregiver

Chesnee, SC

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives is my passion. For the past six years, I've enjoyed providing reliable childcare for families with children of all ages. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I'm comfortable caring for up to four children at a time. I have a college degree, First Aid...
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Nebo, NC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children in a variety of settings from counselor, nanny, educator, and as a mother and grandmother. I am also an approved Developmental Play Therapist for the NC Infant Toddler Program working with children birth to three years with developmental delays. I am available for part-time needs such as providing...
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Old Fort, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and have been working with children for over 20 years. I have worked with children in many capacities: as a nanny, in preschools, in Head Start, as a social worker, and in early intervention. Currently, I am a special needs preschool teaching assistant at a local school. I...
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Mooresboro, NC

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$24/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Peyton mother of 3 grown children and 6 grandchildren. I have experience with ADHD, special needs and Autism. I was in elder care for 14 years and decided to work the other end of the spectrum to experience growth and the unpredictability of children! My last nanny job was in Asheville NC for 2 fantastic doctors. They...
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Special Needs Provider

Lake Lure, NC

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$15/hr
I have taken care of a family member with Schizophrenia for 11 years. I also have cared for early onset of Dementia and Alzheimer patients. I have taken care of the elderly my entire life, those with heart problems, special diets, depression. While I am a born caretaker, I have a passion for those who fight battles most can't...
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