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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lexington, KY
The average rate is $14/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Lexington, KY
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Hello,
I am a professional dance teacher in Lexington and am looking for a great family to work for!
I have taught kids ages 1+ for over 6 years with and without special needs, as well as babysat children ages 9 months and older for about 6 years now.
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5.0
Samantha is a wonderful sitter! On the weekends she assists us with our twin 9 year old boys and our 10 month old baby girl. She is always on time and very professional. I highly recommend her!
Reviewed by Candi M.
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My name is Porscha. I am a 30-year-old, experienced child care provider. I have been working with children from all areas of life since I was 16. I have experience as a preschool teacher. I have also worked with children ranging from 6 weeks to 17 years old, and people with special needs range from 4 to 86 years old with...
Recent review:
5.0
Porscha is excellent with my son. She was one of the few that actually tried to engage with him and he loved it. She is always on time and dependable. We will continue to use and recommend her.
Reviewed by Laura G.
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I have over 28 years experience as a nanny, teachers aide, public day care and in home childcare. I have experience with infants to age 12, preemies, special needs including autism, and twins.
Penny M.
Lexington, KY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have 20 years of experience caring for children including raising two children of my own. I can help with travel and cooking/meal preparation, errands, school pick-ups, grocery shopping, etc.
I was an office manager for a mental health practice specializing in adolescents for 20 years. I currently am a Para-Educator for FCPS...
Recent review:
5.0
My children love Penny! She's fun, energetic, and they didn't want her to leave!
Reviewed by Shannon R.
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I am a nanny and mom to a 5-year-old child. I have several years of experience caring for children as well as a clean driving record. CPR and AED certified by the red cross. familiar with sensory seeking and special needs children and comfortable with pets.
Recent reviews:
5.0
Maria is a great babysitter for our one year old girl. She communicates and sends us pictures of all the activities she has planned. The pictures always cheer me up especially when I'm having a bad day at work....
Reviewed by Alicia M.
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Hi! I'm Keyton :) I just graduated from the University of Oklahoma where I majored in Human Relations. I would love to hang out with your kiddos! I love kids and having as much fun as possible (away from the screen). I am trustworthy, loyal and easy going. Your kids will be taken care of like they are my own. I have over 6 years...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Keyton is absolutely marvelous! So kind and patient with my little ones, incredibly reliable and such a fun loving person. I could not recommend her more highly!
Reviewed by Sarah B.
Amy P.
Lexington, KY
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Amy. I'm a teacher at Lexington Hearing And Speech Center in Lexington, Kentucky. I work with children of all ages and have experience with children with special needs as well. I am certified in CPR and First Aid and am looking for a part time job . I have a daughter as well she is 19 years old. She is my heart. I love...
Recent review:
5.0
Amy is great! She helped me take care of my 4 kids. She does a great job at multitasking with house duties and kids. my husband and I are doctors and had to move away from Lexington; I wish Amy would have been...
Reviewed by Aurora L.
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My name is Porscha. I am 27 years old, experienced child care provider. I have been working with children from all areas of life since I was 16. I have experience as a preschool teacher. I have also worked with children ranging from 6 weeks to 17 years old, and people with special needs range from 4 to 86 years old with...
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I am currently taking a break from my 15 years of teaching elementary school. I am enrolled in graduate school to become certified in Special Education as it is my passion. I have two children of my own, so I have to work around their schedule and my class schedule. I am available only 1-2 days a week, but am happy to split a...
Kat C.
Lexington, KY
$10-20/hr
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Since high school, I was selected as a caregiver for my school's special needs department. I spent at least one hour each day creating artistic activities for the students, accompanying field trips, or simply helping the students with their classwork. Now as a rising junior at the University of Kentucky, I have been involved...
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my name is Kyla.
I've worked with children since 9th grade. Starting out very small teaching a youth bible study to now working as a CNA at a medical daycare. I have experience working in nursing homes and am passionate about taking care of people.
Please consider me to take care of your loved ones!
Amy P.
Lexington, KY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I work at a Hearing And Speech Center in Lexington, Kentucky. I have ever worked with children with autism within the Center and out. I also work with children that have hearing and speech and vision impairments . I have worked with children with cerebral palsy, down syndrome, etc.
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Hey y'all, I'm Euodia, a reliable sitter here in Lexington, KY. EKU Graduate. I am a paraeducator who works with special needs. I also volunteer for my church's Kids Club Every Sunday Morning I'm your go-to girl for all things childcare. I offer full-time, part-time, occasional, live-in, and live-out services, whatever suits...
Karly Q.
Lexington, KY
$15-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Nursing Student Available For Summer Nannying Or Babysitting
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I have a sister who has developmental disabilities, so I am very comfortable caring for people who have disabilities. Additionally, I am about to start my third year of nursing school at the University of Kentucky, so I am very comfortable providing care for others. I am kind, trustworthy, responsible, and a fun sitter! I can't...
Dina F.
Lexington, KY
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello... I've been in Healthcare for almost 20yrs. I absolutely love caring for people It's not just a job for me. I have excellent references and go above and beyond to accommodate clients needs. I'm very dependable don't mind traveling out of Lexington. I've had clients in Danville, Frankfort, Florence, Nicholasville. The...
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I have been working as a DSP for years. I have worked with people with all different disabilities. Being able to work with the mentally challenged and disabled is what I love to do. I have tried working in other fields and I always come back to this one. I currently work 2 different jobs as a DSP and a CLS worker. As a DSP I...
Morgan C.
Lexington, KY
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I am in physical therapy school and plan to specialize in pediatrics, specifically developmental disabilities when I graduate in August of 2024. I have taken many courses related to developmental disabilities. I have worked with children who have a variety of special needs including those with CP and Autism.
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I have some experience working with children who have autism and ADHD. I was a regular babysitter for a family that has a son with autism and I have a brother with ADHD.
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I have worked with special needs children for over 5 years. I have worked in a professional peer tutoring and mentoring group, as well as babysitting and caring for children at home. During these 5 years, I have worked with children with Down Syndrome, Autism, ADD, ADHD, along with verbal and non-verbal children. I am...
Rachael S.
Lexington, KY
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I grew up with a severely disabled sister, and through my teen years helped with her in every way from feeding, G-tube, bathing, dressing, lifting, respiratory care, finger pricks, transportation, and more. It was my joy to assist my mother in this way, and truly learn to value life not for what one has to offer, but because...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lexington, KY
Samantha K.
5.0
Samantha is a very sweet girl! She is very friendly, has an overall great personality, was always on time, & most importantly I felt comfortable leaving my 17 month old in her care while I was away from the house. My daughter was offered a spot at an Early Learning Center after a 6 month long wait...
- Ashleigh L.
Porscha T.
5.0
Porscha is excellent with my son. She was one of the few that actually tried to engage with him and he loved it. She is always on time and dependable. We will continue to use and recommend her.
- Laura G.
Penny M.
5.0
My children love Penny! She's fun, energetic, and they didn't want her to leave!
- Shannon R.
Maria R.
5.0
Maria is a great babysitter for our one year old girl. She communicates and sends us pictures of all the activities she has planned. The pictures always cheer me up especially when I'm having a bad day at work. We feel very comfortable leaving our daughter with her.
- Alicia M.
Keyton K.
5.0
Keyton was an answer to prayer! She took amazing care of our infant, and we felt so blessed to have her! She was always on time, smiling, and so kind. I never had to worry about my baby being cared for she was there. 100% would recommend!
- Stephanie B.
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Ratings for Lexington, KY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Lexington, KY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.