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Hi my name is Brittany.
My experience with providing care started when I began in-home health care for individuals in need for about 3 years. I've also helped individuals in a home with special needs and I recently worked at a senior living community for 3 years, and a home for a year with the state of MN. The children I have...
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"Brittany and I started our work as CNA's together, caring for senior citizens. Being a very busy woman myself, I found out Brittany also had experience in childcare. I asked her to watch my son for me, and he...
Reviewed by Krista T.
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Thank you for taking that time to view my profile. I am a mother of 6 fabulous children and grandma to 6 awesome grandkids. I have been babysitting and caring for children for over 10 years. I also have experience with special needs children with ADHD, and Autism. I am a nonsmoker, pet friendly, compassionate and loving person....
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"Our C. is our pride and joy. Aracely was our child care for 6 months and she really became family. She provides a safe and caring environment for children and keeps you updated throughout the day on how your...
Reviewed by Rebecca A.
Fiona P.
Glendale, AZ
$23-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I'm an experienced Nanny and CNA, I absolutely love children and people! I started out babysitting for families when I was 13 and progressed into a full time nanny for 2 boys who were 5 and 7. I then got my CNA license so I could start working with special needs kids. For 2 years I worked for a family that had adopted 17 special...
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"We love Fiona. My daughter wakes up in the morning asking for her and can't wait for her to arrive each day. Fiona is so creative in coming up with ways to engage our little girl, even now when Covid pretty...
Reviewed by Erin D.
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I have experience in working with Special Needs I took care of my niece who has special needs she has downs. I have also worked in group homes in the past. I am a Type 1 brittle diabetic so I can cook to people's needs with their diets if needed.
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"Kathy is very new to us, but what a trooper she has been in her first week of employment. She jumped in to provide transportation for my sister is temporarily in a wheelchair and unable to drive. Her needs...
Reviewed by Becky H.
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I am a former teacher with over 20 years experience in that profession. I have a Masters degree in Education, and have successfully taught both special needs children as well as regular education students. I raised 3 children on my own, and am a grandmother to 2 grandsons. I was also a foster mom for 7 years. I have a lot of...
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"Debbie is a wonderful baby sitter. I'm happy to recommend her."
Reviewed by Mike R.
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Hi families, I have over 15 years experience working with children as a nanny and as a para-educator. I was a para-educator in Iowa from 2000 to 2003 for behavioral students in 5th through 8th grade and in MO from 2006 to 2012 for K through 5th grade working with special needs and behavioral students. I moved back to AZ in 2012....
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"We needed someone part time to care for our 4 month old. We were sold on Jennifer as soon as we met her. She is a very gentle and caring person. Exactly who you'd want to care for your child! She was...
Reviewed by Jenna T.
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I have cared for children off and on my whole life and truly enjoy being around them, playing with them, teaching them and entertaining them while parents are away. I am CPR certified I have experience with cooking for kids, cleaning, and getting them ready for bed, giving medications if needed and some special needs. Very...
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"Heather is amazing with our three kids! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for childcare! We moved here in February and found her through care.com and I'm so grateful. Our kids are all three...
Reviewed by Autumn C.
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I have been a babysitter since I first got my babysitting license, at 12. I have always had a desire to help others, which is why I am also a registered travel nurse!! I have my ACLS, BLS, ONS, BSN, and other certificates to ensure you or your loved ones are in the best care possible :) I am currently working 3 days a week 12...
Lana G.
El Mirage, AZ
$15-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
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54-year-old mother of 3 grown children and a 13-year-old daughter with Sensory processing disorder/autism. I have an 11-year-old grandson. I'm the 3rd of 8 siblings. I've had a lifetime of child/infant care experience. I currently teach primary and nursery at church I have a lot of energy and would love to help out with whatever...
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"I interviewed Lana for after surgery care and basically had her on hold after the interview , because I wasn't sure if I would need after surgery help or not . Although I didn't hire her because I was okay on...
Reviewed by Maureen M.
Galilea Q.
Avondale, AZ
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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hello! I have 2 years of experience working with adults with special needs. I can assist with changes, feedings, etc. I assisted adults with their daily physical exercise. please feel free to ask me any questions!
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Hello, my name is Rebecca (Becca). I come from a large 12-person household and grew up helping care for my siblings. I have 3 years of experience with babysitting and caring for children with nonverbal special needs, as well as working in the education system with nonverbal special needs children that require medical care. I can...
Skye H.
Peoria, AZ
$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have been certified by UCP for the care of special needs and elderly! I am currently becoming an RN. I love working with the elderly, it brings me joy.
Paulette R.
Surprise, AZ
$26/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Paulette and I am currently working in the field of ABA with special needs children. I discovered a passion and a lot of joy in working with kids of various ages and capabilities. I would love to be able to take any of my clients to fun activities and spaces close to them and try and ensure their days are full...
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Hi I'm Sydney! I used to be a nanny for 2 wonderful families before having my own kids. I have a 2-year-old and a 3 mo the old. I have experience watching kids with special needs as well as many kids at once. I like to read and do arts and crafts with the kids I watch as well as go to the park and play. I also help around the...
Susanne S.
Glendale, AZ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello and Thank you for looking at my profile. I started babysitting when I was 9. Grew up with 4 siblings 3 of which I took care of. I ran my own daycare while raising my son. I've worked for Glendale and Peoria School Dist in the special need preschool then became a bus driver from 1991 to 2020. I enjoy taking care of...
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I have had my CNA license since 2017 and have worked with individuals with special needs of all ages. While I was growing up my Mother was a special needs teacher, so I have been able to spend my time around the people I feel most passionate about. I want to continue being able to do that now that I have moved to Arizona.
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Special Olympics soccer and basketball coach 1995-1998
Tutor for IEP youth 2005-2006
Foster Parent to IEP and Special Needs youth 2008-2017
Nanny and Sitter to Autistic and Cerebal Palsy youths 2001-2008
Nanny for ADHD youth - 2005-2007
PT Nanny for Autistic youth - Current
I have grown up with family, friends and fellow...
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Hi my name is Veronica and I've been a caretaker for children with disabilities for the last 15 years I've worked with autistic children developmentally delayed children nonverbal ADD ADHD and mental illness children. I have had a lot of good experiences with the children that I've taken care of they've learned a lot from me and...
Alethea H.
Glendale, AZ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi there, my name is Alethea and I have over 10 years of experience with children. I am a working professional with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Psychology. I currently work with surgeons at an eye bank in the Seattle area and am looking for additional part-time work. A brief history of my experience: I started babysitting...
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With over 4 years of experience caring for special needs children, and adults I specialize in creating personalized learning strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment. I am certified in CPR and First Aid, and possess a sense of compassion, attention to detail, organized personality for all children,...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sun City, AZ
Brittany L.
5.0
Brittany was great with my kids. We hired her via Care.com and she came first for an interview and upon meeting her in person, I felt comfortable scheduling her to watch my children, ages 6 & 7. She took them swimming at the hotel pool and was able to put them to bed one night with no trouble....
- Lauren G.
Aracely S.
5.0
Aracely is a very caring and professional sitter. Her house is impeccably clean. She sends me cute videos for updates which make my day. :)))
- Care member
Fiona P.
5.0
We love Fiona. My daughter wakes up in the morning asking for her and can't wait for her to arrive each day. Fiona is so creative in coming up with ways to engage our little girl, even now when Covid pretty much limits us to being at home or within our neighborhood.
Fiona is artistic so crafts...
- Erin D.
Kathy K.
5.0
Kathy is very new to us, but what a trooper she has been in her first week of employment. She jumped in to provide transportation for my sister is temporarily in a wheelchair and unable to drive. Her needs require transportation to numerous appointments. Kathy is happy to run errands, assist with...
- Becky H.
Deborah B.
5.0
Debbie is a wonderful baby sitter. I'm happy to recommend her.
- Mike R.
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