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Arianna D.

Rutherfordton, NC

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm a positive, energetic and patient person with 7 years of experience with babysitting kids. I have a lot of experience with special needs as I grew up and have helped with my special needs sister. I have 2 years of experience as an EMT, I'm looking for extra money as I do online classes for nursing school. I absolutely love...
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Rutherfordton, NC

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$13/hr
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 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
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 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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Sara

Columbus, NC

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I had taking care of a down syndrome teen and it was a beautiful experience I would love to keep helping others, I usually learn alot from them.
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Kelly I.'s Photo

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
Dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
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
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
+ 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
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
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
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 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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Your Helper Is Here

Saluda, NC

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$12/hr
Hi. I'm a teacher that is working virtually right now. I would be happy to come help you organize. I have a small house, and am always trying new ways to organize and store things to find them again. I think of it as a challenge.
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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
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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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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