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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Strawberry Plains, TN

The average rate is $26/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Strawberry Plains, TN

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Lori J.


Strawberry Plains, TN

$28/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Over 21 years' experience providing compassionate and skilled home health care. As a caregiver I am devoted to providing superior in-home care to elderly persons, persons with special needs or disabilities. My skills include: dressing, transferring, bathing/toileting, meal prep and feeding, medication disbursement, housework,...
5.0
"Lori is a wonderful caregiver! For over 2 1/2 years, she helped with the care of my Mother who required 24/7 care. She has knowledge, training, experience and a passion to provide quality care for your loved...

Reviewed by Margaret G.

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Hunter C.


Strawberry Plains, TN

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

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Hello my name is Hunter. I love working with children of all ages. I have worked with several different special needs children with a diversity of disabilities. I have a degree in Special Education Mild Moderate and Severe and Profound. This is my third year teaching in a Special Education classroom on a high school level with...
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Amy H.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Amy

5.0

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Hi I'm Amy! I am a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist with a passion for working with kiddos. I have personal and professional experience with kids with special needs. I grew up in a family with a sister with severe disabilities; diagnosed with autism, intellectual disabilities, and epilepsy. I also have experience working...
5.0
"I have known Amy since she was in kindergarten. I became Amy's Girl Scout Leader when Amy joined Girl Scouts in first grade. I have witnessed Amy grow from a small child to a reliable, caring, mature,...

Reviewed by Chris B.

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Lanyah O.


Knoxville, TN

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

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Hello there! My name is Lanyah and I have gained a lot of experience working with children ages 0-15. I am the oldest of 8 siblings and I was also a student mentor back in High-school, working with middle schoolers for 2 years. I have also worked with kids with special needs during my Senior year of High-school. During a summer...
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Andrea F.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Previous Educator Of Children With Special Needs For More Than A Decade

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I have been involved with children for more than 20 years. I have taught high school students with behavioral conditions. I have also worked with children with severe medical, physical, and emotional needs. I have been trained in CPR and first aid for almost equally as long. I have a PhD in Education, and am highly qualified to...
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Amy H.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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My sister is diagnosed with autism, intellectual disability, epilepsy, and speech apraxia. She is very low-functioning and needs a lot of assistance. I have helped care for her since I was younger. I have much experience dealing with her communication difficulties, cleaning up messes she may create, helping her take care of...
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Michelle M.


Blaine, TN

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Helper

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I have been a helper for 25 years I have CPR and first aid I can help your love one with mobility, personal care, bathing, dressing, toilet, meals, Housecleaning, medication reminder. Provide companionship and support and loving atmosphere for your love one
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Beverly H.


Seymour, TN

$33/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A 61 Year Old Retired LPN. I Did Pediatric Home Health And Home Visits.

5.0

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I'm experienced in trachs and suctioning, G tubes and feedings, full care, injections, IVs, many different diagnosis, children of all ages and full assessments. But most of all I love children. I have two grandsons that call me Gee and I miss them so much. I'm looking for some kids to play with and enjoy! Is that your kids? I...
5.0
"Beverly was great!! My kids loved her and had a awesome day with her. She is very sweet and warm hearted."

Reviewed by Tanyia J.

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5.0

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Hi, my name is Hadley. I am a Mom of 7. Four biological children and three adopted. At the age of 11 I began babysitting for a family with 5 kids. That's when I realized my desire to nurture and care for children and I have done that ever since. I am loving, patient, and pour my heart and soul into everything that I do. My...
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Anna H.


Knoxville, TN

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

4.7

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I've cared for a family of 6 children, the youngest being 6 years old with special needs and the oldest 18; I've also cared for a family with a 2-year-old and 8-month-old. I love children and making parents lives easier.
4.0
"Annalee was AMAZING with our 6 kids, we were on vacation and had an excursion. She was playful, energetic and my kids are asking if she can babysit in Florida!!! 10/10 I would highly recommend Annalee. She...

Reviewed by Savannah M.

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Ansley T.


Knoxville, TN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! My name is Ansley, I am currently enrolled in the Masters in Occupational Therapy program! I have been caregiving for families with children with disabilities for about 5 years now and have many more years of experience babysitting, working as a camp counselor, and teaching swim lessons. I would love to help your family with...
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Leah M.


Maynardville, TN

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

6 Years Experience, Private Nanny

5.0

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Hi there, I'm Leah! I'd love to talk about caring for your children! I love finding age appropriate, enriching activities and learning opportunities for the kiddos I care for. I am a homeschool mom so learning from home is my favorite! I am available for full time hours. I have 6 years experience nannying for children of varying...
5.0
"Leah was wonderful and very dependable. "

Reviewed by Rachita S.

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Belinda F.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant/Caregiver

5.0

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I have been a CNA since 1996. Nursing home and home healthcare setting. I have worked with patients with paralysis due to spinal cord injury as well as multiple sclerosis and other neuro compromised patients. I am competent in transfers, assistant with ambulation for those who are partially mobile, bed baths, shampoo board, skin...
5.0
"Belinda F. has a very pleasant personality. She is skilled and knowledgeable beyond any position I ever have known her to have. She is a quick learner, a self-starter and does not require constant supervision."

Reviewed by Sandra H.

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Carmen M.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced and compassionate CNA

5.0

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My name is Carmen, I'm 47 years old and I've been a CNA and caregiver for over 15 years. I have a clean background. I have reliable transportation with insurance. I have mainly worked in home health, but have also worked in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. I've taken care of many people with Alzheimers and dementia,...
5.0
"Couldn't have done it without Carmen! She lights up a room every time she walks in. She's also very dependable and trustworthy."

Reviewed by Courtney W.

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Annalee H.


Dandridge, TN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Fun Nanny And Smile Creator

5.0

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I have been a babysitter for years; One of my full time nanny positions was for a family of 6 children during the summer of 2016. Duties: Bathed, cooked for, and did laundry for child with special needs; provided transportation services to and from school and extracurricular activities for other 5 children. The other nanny...
5.0
"Anna Lee was a nanny for our two girls under three years old. She did this graciously four days a week to match my part time work schedule. She actively played with the girls and I never had any concerns for...

Reviewed by Alicia F.

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Abby F.


Dandridge, TN

$13-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'm 27 And I've Lived In TN For 5 Years, I'm Married, With 2 Dogs

5.0

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I am 29 and have lived in TN for about 7 years, I'm originally from upstate NY. I'm married to my husband Kain, we are building our first home while we rent our house now. I live with my husband, our 2 dogs and hedgehog. I have over 10 years of experience working with children and their families. From preschools, daycares,...
5.0
"Abby is fantastic! Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, knowledgeable, and put us completely at ease leaving our 2 year old daughter with her. She always gives us updates via text, which was a...

Reviewed by Morgan L.

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Jennifer A.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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As a pediatric occupational therapist, I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I have a passion for children with special needs, and would love to provide childcare with the special needs population, in addition to the daily work I do with these friends in my full-time position. As an OT, I have treated kiddos...
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Kerigan M.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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I have 8 years of experience caring for children. Since moving to Fayetteville 2 years ago, I have started caring for multiple autistic children, so that is mostly what I am looking for. I'm a big believer in acknowledging all emotions but not tolerating all behaviors and redirecting my kids so they can express those emotions in...
5.0
"Kerigan has helped me with so much-from pet care, to last minute needs for a multitude of things! She's extremely good with all animals and is very dependable. She's always eager to work and great at what she...

Reviewed by Darian W.

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Carla L.


Maynardville, TN

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

5 Plus Year Experianced Private Caregiver

5.0

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I have worked in a couple different nursing homes. I moved to private care-giving, I felt it was better to have the one on one attention a person deserves and needs. I love being a caregiver. unfortunately I only have one reference due to the fact the last two clients I had have passed away. one was a man who was basically bed...
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Lauren C.


Knoxville, TN

$25/hr1 yrs exp

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I have been babysitting for years, I am very experinced with special needs also. I am in college right now to teach K-5 along with K-12 special education.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Strawberry Plains, TN

Lori J.

5.0

Lori is a wonderful caregiver! For over 2 1/2 years, she helped with the care of my Mother who required 24/7 care. She has knowledge, training, experience and a passion to provide quality care for your loved one. Without hesitation, I can say that Lori is a consummate professional. The following are...

- Margaret G.

Amy H.

5.0

Amy was our summer nanny for our two girls, ages 6 and 8. She was punctual and dependable, patient with the girls and always up for an adventure with them - the pool, the library, the playground, movies or bowling - you name it! She followed our instructions regarding discipline, schedules and...

- Amanda C.

Beverly H.

5.0

Beverly was great!! My kids loved her and had a awesome day with her. She is very sweet and warm hearted.

- Tanyia J.

Anna H.

5.0

Anna Is by far one of the goofiest and kindest people I have yet to come across. She walked in my home and got right to it with the laughs and smiles with my son! He's 5 months and sometimes he a hard time adjusting to new people but she made him feel extremely comfortable and they got along great!...

- Dezzie F.

Leah M.

5.0

Leah was an amazing babysitter, and I highly recommend hiring her! She took great care of my son, and did some light housework which was greatly appreciated. I also loved that she sent me cute videos and pictures of him throughout the day!

- Brooke A.

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