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183 special needs caregivers are listed in Nashville, TN
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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I have been an OT for 25+ years. I have coached various sports including gymnastics, basketball and volleyball. Outdoor activities are my passion- gotta stay active and keep moving !! Of course as an OT, I love crafts and tabletop activities to improve upper extremity function especially hand function. As a provider, it is...
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My journey with music led me to Nashville, my love for children, and my obsession with music and how it affects the brain landed me a position working with a child who suffered from a brain injury. What I learned from that experience was life-changing. I have six years of experience working with families doing private childcare,...
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"Angela was our full time nanny for 1 year then continued to nanny for us part time for 2 more years. To say we adore her is an understatement. We are a challenging family (4 kids - 1 with severe special needs,...
Reviewed by Elizabeth D.
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Two years ago, I began my journey as a Registered Behavior Technician for children with Autism in a clinic. I knew after my first week that working with kiddos with special needs was something I was deeply passionate about. Not only have I provided care in a clinical setting, but I also have extensive experience tutoring and...
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"Makayla is fantastic. She is professional, punctual, and an absolute expert in early childhood development. We were looking for someone with a trauma-informed framework who would have the skills to care for our...
Reviewed by Erin F.
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I worked with children with disabilities for almost 6 years with kids between the ages of 4 and 17 on the Autism Spectrum and with behavioral disabilities. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have many behavioral trainings. I am a loving and caring person available to help you and your family.
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I have a passion for children. I worked at an ABA clinic for 1 year and have been caring for special needs children for 7 years. I am willing to get to know the child and assist them in the best way possible.
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"Peyton was great with our Special Needs 24 year old daughter & her service dog! She was very engaging with her, and our daughter enjoyed their time."
Reviewed by Jeanne C.
Mackenzie C.
Nashville, TN
$15-25/hr
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Over the summer, I volunteer at a camp for young adults with Down Syndrome. Beginning in high school and continuing throughout college, I have been involved with kids. Currently, I work at a school with students that are blind or deaf. I love advocating and working with people with disabilities! I look forward to hearing from...
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"Mackenzie exceeded all our expectations this summer. I can't thank her enough for all she did while taking care of our special needs son."
Reviewed by Tom N.
Laura S.
Nashville, TN
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I love helping people who are in need. I have a huge heart, I am patient and compassionate. I am empathetic, understanding, smoke free/drug free.
Keandria W.
Nashville, TN
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I love giving out attention and love. I have four years of experience working with autistic kids. What I have learned about caring for them is Your child may need a five minute, two minute or one minute warning before there is a change of activity or behavior. For example saying you have five minutes but not waiting the whole...
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"Keandria interviewed with us and she was extremely thorough and you can tell she has the experience with children. She is definitely on my list to hire when services are needed in the future."
Reviewed by Tawny W.
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I have always loved working with children and I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. Currently, I am in between undergrad and grad school to become a Speech Pathologist. I have a ton of experience working with children with disabilities, with all ages and ability levels. I have worked at a camp for children with...
Kaycee W.
Nashville, TN
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Kaycee and I currently work as a mental health therapist in Nashville. I grew up babysitting and working with children from a young age. I worked for 6 years through the YMCA with children in a variety of settings including after school care and summer camps. I have taken college courses in early childhood...
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"Kaycee is a treasure and we would rehire Kaycee in a heartbeat if she was in our area. She has this unique ability to connect with my daughter in a way that is difficult to describe. For example, she was able...
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Hi! My name is Teresa, but you can call me T! I have 9 years of experience working with people who have intellectual/developmental disabilities like down syndrome and autism. I have helped friends and families over the past 8 years with childcare. I am very enthusiastic and I love to have fun! Children usually gravitate toward...
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I have been caring for children professionally for 25 years and I have a degree in Psychology with minors in Child Development and Statistics. I am also qualified as a Newborn Specialist. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages and with special needs. I am comfortable caring for many children at the same time. I...
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"From our very first communication with Kristin, she has been kind and professional! Kristin is a joy to have caring for our two children. She is always on time, reliable and her ability to creatively engage...
Reviewed by Charles M.
Danielle C.
Nashville, TN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm 23, I work for an animal sanctuary, and I have been a sitter for almost half my life. I have experience with children of all ages, multiple kiddos, and special needs. Starting with my younger siblings, then as a mothers helper when I was 13, I was hired as a pre-school teacher, I've worked at two different churches in...
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"Dani clearly loves kids. She’s great with mine and was always sending over photos of the two of them having a blast. We will continue to use her as much as she will let us!"
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I've been nannying for 7 years next to my writing career. It's taught me patience, true communication, compassion, and responsibility. I am 24 years old but have been working in childcare since age 14, and it's been one of my greatest joys. I am caring, organized, energetic, and a huge hands on helper. I'd love to work with you...
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"Skylar has been an outstanding babysitter to our two boys for over 9 months now and we would absolutely recommend her services. She is always punctual and is also available for additional hours which is great....
Reviewed by Yewebdar T.
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Hello: My name is Princess. I am mature, professional nanny with over 20 years experience. I am experience in keeping multiple children, twins and triplets. I have cared for children from newborn to adults. I specialize in infant and toddler care. I am available to travel with families. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified. I...
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"Princess has been a joy to work with from day 1! She is caring and thoughtful with our baby girl and has helped her develop new skills (longer naps, responding to her name, independent play, etc). Princess...
Reviewed by Teresa B.
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I have cared for ages 2 months to 15 years. I have experience caring for special needs children. I can cook, clean, tutor, or anything you pretty much need me to do. I have worked as a substitute teacher, teaching assistant, a pre-school as an assistant teacher and also worked with the after school program. When I care for a...
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"Alena was absolutely wonderful with our 8 month old baby and 5 year old. She was always on time, never called off, and took great care of my kids. We only canceled our service with her due to an opening in a...
Reviewed by Devan B.
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Hi! I'm Caroline. I have been babysitting for almost 15 years and have worked as a nanny for multiple families, and also worked as a day camp counselor for almost 10 years. I am the oldest of 4 sisters and have a large extended family, so I have helped take care of children my whole life! I also have extensive experience working...
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"We have used Caroline several times now for watching our two children under the age of 4, she always shows up on time & is excellent with giving our babies the attention you hope a babysitter would!! "
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Andrea S.
Nashville, TN
$30-32/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello there! About 4 years ago I moved to Nashville and left my jobs I held back home, both working with kids. I was an aide in a special needs classroom in the mornings and a toddler teacher at a daycare in the afternoons. Since moving to nashville I have nannied for some amazing families and created friendships that will last...
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"I cannot recommend Andrea enough. She is warm and kind and super responsible and just a true joy to work with. She can be trusted with literally any task and not only completes them, she does so with excellence...
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Alli S.
Nashville, TN
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name is Alli and I am 29 years old. I just recently relocated to Nashville from Rhode Island. I have worked as a nanny, babysitter, mother's helper in some capacity over the past 14 years. The children that I have worked with have ranged in age between infant to 16 years old. Experience that I have with infants has been with...
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I have been babysitting since 2008. I have cared for children in various settings and worked in my church nursery for a few years. I have experience with children from 1-week-old to elementary age and have cared for children with special needs. I have worked with oxygen, feeding tubes, Down Syndrome, ADD/ ADHD, and Autism. I...
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"Gabriella has been a caregiver for our family for years now. She is always on time and cares for our children as if they were her own. "
Reviewed by Lori N.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Nashville, TN
Angela H.
5.0
Angela was our full time nanny for 1 year then continued to nanny for us part time for 2 more years. To say we adore her is an understatement. We are a challenging family (4 kids - 1 with severe special needs, 1 with a strong will : ) and twins) and she showed up with a smile on her face every day...
- Elizabeth D.
Makayla H.
5.0
Makayla is fantastic. She is professional, punctual, and an absolute expert in early childhood development. We were looking for someone with a trauma-informed framework who would have the skills to care for our two girls, one of whom has special needs, and Makayla far exceeded our expectations. The...
- Erin F.
Peyton W.
5.0
Peyton was great with our Special Needs 24 year old daughter & her service dog! She was very engaging with her, and our daughter enjoyed their time.
- Jeanne C.
Mackenzie C.
5.0
Mackenzie exceeded all our expectations this summer. I can't thank her enough for all she did while taking care of our special needs son.
- Tom N.
Keandria W.
5.0
Keandria interviewed with us and she was extremely thorough and you can tell she has the experience with children. She is definitely on my list to hire when services are needed in the future.
- Tawny W.
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Ratings for Nashville, TN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Nashville, TN are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 93 reviews of the 183 listed special needs caregivers.