Compare top special needs caregivers
Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Tucson, AZ
We have 138 special needs caregivers in Tucson, AZ! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
Find special needs caregivers in Tucson, AZ that you’ll love
139 special needs caregivers are listed in Tucson, AZ
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
Special needs caregivers in Tucson, AZ
4.9
(16)
Background Check
Melissa
I am a Nanny/Babysitter/Caregiver with 15+ years of childcare experience who cherishes children, provide superior loving care, will praise them, appreciate them, give them plenty of hugs, always a can do attitude, and continuously reinventing myself to do. I provide an uplifting, patient, fun, safe, educational,...
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hello, my name is Jennifer, and I enjoy working with children/teens with special needs and sensitivities. As a highly sensitive person, myself, I connect well with these individuals and find that I am able to apply my skills, gifts, and talents as well as my experience as an educator to tailor to their needs for them to be...
5.0
"Jenny was so wonderful with our kiddo. We stayed at a resort, and she was definitely attentive (swimming and walking around the property). I would definitely hire her again."
Reviewed by Sheila B.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hello my name is R and I've been doing care-giving for quite sometime. I'm compassionate and love helping people to get better or feel better. I have assisted people with multiple diagnosis from post op surgery to Neurological patients. I do Physical Therapy at the VA during the day. I'm available from 10pm-6 a.m. during the...
Jaelynn W.
Tucson, AZ
$13-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hi my name is Jaelynn. I am an 18-year-old college student seeking a summer job. I have experience with younger special needs students and up to age 22. I have over 900 hours of community service working with special needs children.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
I have 1 year of professional experience, but have been taking care of kids my whole life. I can help with Light Housekeeping, education (both standard schooling and special needs schooling), errands, and other tasks needed. I'm a certified EMT and we'll versed in advanced first aid.
Ashley O.
Tucson, AZ
$18-32/hr • 11 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Background Check
I'm looking for a job that is safe and flexible with me. I have lived in Arizona my whole life, with the exception of one and a half years that I spent in North Carolina.
I started off with babysitting my siblings being the second child of seven. Then started to flex out to my neighbors and family members. Starting in fifth...
5.0
"Ashley has a tender heart with playful energy. She genuinely cares and because of that, children gravitate to her. Her caring demeanor will surely put you at ease."
Reviewed by April H.
Margaret E.
Tucson, AZ
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Background Check
My name is Margaret and I have been working with children for over 5 years. I previously worked as a lifeguard/ swim instructor for 4 years through the YMCA. From there I have been working in the behavioral health field teaching social emotional and life skills to children with special needs. My energetic personality and love of...
5.0
"I cannot say enough great things about Margaret. She was our nanny for our 1 year old for about 6 months.. we moved out of state, or we'd have never let her go! She is fantastic at early childhood development....
Reviewed by Tressa B.
5.0
(2)
Background Check
I am an elementary school teacher and a mother of two. I am looking for a second income related to my career choice. I have had experience babysitting for about 12 years. I've worked in home, at day care centers and elementary schools. I have experience with children with special needs as I work with Arizona Autism and was a...
5.0
"Gabriela was so communicative and kind!"
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(3)
Background Check
I am currently a personal trainer in Tucson and love to stay active outside of my job. My interests are; science, hiking, outdoors, horses, and powerlifting.
I have worked with children from the ages of 1-14 years old and I have experience with children with special needs! I've always been told I have a gift with children, which...
5.0
"Rachel babysat for me. She was on time and very quick to respond to messages. I consider her to be reliable. She was very patient and mature. I recommend her highly. "
Reviewed by Pamela J.
Anne Marie D.
Tucson, AZ
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Background Check
I have more than 20 years of experience. I been working with special needs kids in schools , daycares and at homes. I'm a single mother of triplets girls so I'm patience, caring, and love infants, kids or elderly. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping some house cleaning self care etc. I'm a pet friendly.
5.0
"We hired Ms AnnMarie for almost a year and she was our primary nanny. We moved back to Colorado or else we would of kept her! My son loves her! He looks for her when I say her name and is very fond of her. What...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(7)
Background Check
I currently work with a wonderful family.
My biggest reward is the parents being able to go to work trusting and knowing their child is being cared for. Available weekends and or date nights.
My experience comes from being a mother of three from the ages of 14 to 23 and grandmother of a 3yrs old.
My work experience with the...
5.0
"Geovana provided in home child care for our two year old daughter, M., since she was 3 months old until she was almost two. Being our first child we were nervous about day care, but Geovana eased all our...
Reviewed by Krista E.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hello my name is Luz,
A loving 23-year-old mother of a 3-year-old.
I am the oldest of five siblings, giving me lots of experience with different age groups.
I worked for a home daycare for 1 yr. Provided care for two children for a year with care. com family and also worked at the YMCA for 2yrs with ages infant to school age....
5.0
"Luz worked in my home daycare for one year. Luz is very responsible and always went the extra mile. She has a true connection with each child that she cares for. Having Luz care for your child is a true...
Reviewed by Care member
Maihalani V.
Tucson, AZ
$25-34/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Background Check
After working in daycares (Children's Learning Adventure, KinderCare, And Little Ranch) for 4 years I got closer to my dream job of working with individuals with different disabilities. I worked with TUSD as an instructional specialist in a transitions program (18-21 years of age) for 5 years. In that time I was able to further...
5.0
"We hired Maihalani to watch our 3-year-old so we could head out on a date night! She ate dinner with him, spent several hours playing with him, and put him to bed. She connected with him right away and is a...
Reviewed by Jessica B.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hello and thank you for taking the time to review me as a potential sitter for you and your family! I have a few years experience with newborns all the way to young teens and with a single or multiple children. I enjoy reading, painting, arts and crafts, playing, along with sports and games. I work in the field of ABA therapy...
5.0
"In addition to sitting, Makayla is working on some math with our 8 yr old granddaughter such as telling time on an analog clock and counting change. She loves Makayla. "
Reviewed by Richard C.
Jazmin D.
Tucson, AZ
$19-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Background Check
From childrens ministry, nannying, working professionally with special needs students and troubled teens, I am ready for any challenge that comes my way! My favorite part of working with kids is watching them learn as they hit different milestones and getting to learn from them as well! I love to be creative and make mundane...
5.0
"She was amazing. the kids loved her, and said they would live her back to babysit again. I was happy the kids were not scared or cried and enjoyed there time with Jazmin. I would hire her again in the future."
Reviewed by Rachel D.
5.0
(2)
Background Check
I'm a mom of a toddler, I work full-time at a school, and I'm an experienced babysitter/nanny with 18+ years of childcare experience for all ages including newborns, multiples, and special needs. I have a BLS certification (CPR + AED), an IVP Level 1 AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card, a First Aid Certification, and a ServSafe Food...
5.0
"We have had Lanna over to watch our 10 month old daughter a few times now over the last few months for date nights. She is amazing! She's great with our daughter, texts us updates, and our house is always clean...
Reviewed by Sara J.
5.0
(2)
Background Check
I have worked with kids for years! I was a preschool teacher's aid for 4 years, have been a before and after school nanny, and have worked with children with special needs. I have also taken numerous child development classes. Additionally, I am currently a medical student and have worked in medicine for many years, so I am...
5.0
"Renee was absolutely amazing with our son while we were visiting Seattle! She was the first babysitter who watched him without me being there and she made me feel so comfortable (and him)! I would highly...
Reviewed by Emily F.
5.0
(2)
Background Check
I am an ASU graduate with a bachelors in Special and Elementary education. I have been a nanny for a 3-month-old boy, and babysat for a family friend who has four children, as well as a family with two children, and other families in my church. I also have experience working in several schools with children with and without...
5.0
"Ivy is very warm and friendly. My children loved having her care for them and I always returned to find them happy and well-cared-for. Ivy played with them and made them her focus at all times."
Reviewed by Lisa A.
4.8
(6)
Background Check
Hi there! I am an empathetic, observant, attentive, loving person who is always happy to help! I have been caring for children (ages 4 months to 12 years) for 6 years, pet-sitting for 8 years, and tutoring for 3 years. I have 2 years of experience regularly caring for a child with special needs. I have no problem doing extra...
4.0
"Laney cared for our 18 month old two afternoons a week for a few months. She was a good communicator, flexible, and had a patient and calm approach to our daughter. Both parents were home during these hours of...
Reviewed by Michelle M.
5.0
(2)
Background Check
I have worked as a nanny for many families for more than 10 years (while obtaining my Bachelors degree). My experience also includes 4 years of working with special needs students in the schools as a one on one aide. I am also a mother of 2 children and love to do creative art projects and imaginary play.
5.0
"Stephanie has been our nanny for our infant daughter for about 3 months now and we love her! She is professional, patient, beyond caring for our baby, and has even helped teach us a few things about...
Reviewed by Care member
Showing 1 - 20 of 139
Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tucson, AZ
Jennifer O.
5.0
Jenny was so wonderful with our kiddo. We stayed at a resort, and she was definitely attentive (swimming and walking around the property). I would definitely hire her again.
- Sheila B.
Ashley O.
5.0
Ashley is very kind and professional. My toddler gets separation anxiety but Ashley did a great job of keeping her distracted and playing
- Angela F.
Margaret E.
5.0
I cannot say enough great things about Margaret. She was our nanny for our 1 year old for about 6 months.. we moved out of state, or we'd have never let her go! She is fantastic at early childhood development. Our daughter learned so much from her, and they had a ton of fun as well! When I would be...
- Tressa B.
Gabriela R.
5.0
Gabriela was prompt, easily understood the needs of my son with disabilities, and things were tidy when I got home! My son, though non-verbal, responded positively to Gabriela, which doesn’t always happen on the first visit. I hope to have her over again in the future.
- Jennifer B.
Rachel Z.
5.0
Rachel babysat for me. She was on time and very quick to respond to messages. I consider her to be reliable. She was very patient and mature. I recommend her highly.
- Pamela J.
Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services
Special Needs Caregiver Articles
How to handle planned and unplanned time off in a nanny share
April 20th, 2018 There are a number of unique logistics to work out when you’re part of a nanny share, including where the nanny will be caring for the kids and how to... Read more
20 funny end-of-school-year memes for every parent crawling toward the finish line
May 10th, 2023 Parenting is almost always a tiring job, but there’s a phenomenon that happens each year from May through June that makes it even more so. I’m talking about... Read more
What information to leave for your babysitter in case of emergency
May 1st, 2022 When your newborn is lying peacefully in their bassinet, it’s hard to imagine that you — or your babysitter — may ever need to take this chi... Read more
How to write a nanny job description and what to include
September 30th, 2022 After weighing the pros and cons of a nanny vs. day care and deciding that a nanny is best for your family, your next step is to write a nanny job posting t... Read more
The pros and cons of year-round school, according to experts
May 25th, 2023 The average number of school days per year for grades K-12 in the U.S. clocks in at about 180, according to the... Read more
Ratings for Tucson, AZ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Tucson, AZ are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 72 reviews of the 139 listed special needs caregivers.