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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Tulsa, OK
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Tulsa, OK
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I am most happy in life when I am helping people. I am caring yet responsible and have many years of experience with all ages. I am also able to help with several challenging diagnoses with compassion. Feel free to reach out to me anytime.
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"Elizabeth is a very dependable and loving person who takes good care of my 13 year old special needs son each week on Thursday nights. I highly recommend her for babysitting care."
Reviewed by Vince B.
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Making Music Marvelous! Hi. My name is Lydia and I have experience with people with special needs.
I have a degree in music therapy and am looking to introduce some sessions with me for the upcoming year. I can incorporate fun while learning, working on goals and objectives to help in many areas: social skills, motor skills,...
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"She is a hard worker and willing to go the extra mile. Huge heart and loves people. Loves to laugh and sing. Very creative in many aspects. She is very good with people with special needs. Takes her job very...
Reviewed by Mark C.
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Love working with kids! I have a total of 25 years experience with 10 years specifically with trauma victims and special needs. I was a legal guardian foster mom for a child in need for 1 year and my previous experience has been working with various disorders and personality traits. I bring zumba, dance of all kinds, art,...
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"Karise is a person of integrity, teachable, quick learner, with a big heart to serve others, very hardworking, very dependable, reliable, very passionate, and overall a good human being, that genuinely loves...
Reviewed by Tiffany S.
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I have over 10 years of child care experience. 4 of those years have been in a professional work setting including Daycare, the YMCA, Camp Meadowood Springs and most recently Listen & Talk, a preschool for children who are deaf and hard of hearing. I knew that I loved working with children the day my nephew was born. I was only...
5.0
"She's great! Plays games with my kids, make fortes. My kids adore her!"
Reviewed by Angie N.
Hannah K.
Tulsa, OK
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am a very outgoing, friendly, and responsible babysitter! I am currently in my senior year of nursing school. I plan to work in the Pediatric ER post graduation. I graduated from Victory Christian School in the Spring of 2021. I am first aid and lifeguard certified (as well as 3 years of nursing school ) and worked and...
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"Hannah is the best babysitter ever!!! She was so nice and flexible with my schedule. As a travel nurse I was in the Tulsa area for 13 weeks and she helped out with care of my 8y/o son. She was awesome sauce we...
Reviewed by Haneefah R.
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I am an experienced child care professional who is active, energetic and giving. I have worked with children of all ages, and have experience with children with special needs. I have 7-9 years of experience caring for infants and toddlers in my church's nursery and 2 years of at-home care. I am also blessed with my own child, a...
5.0
"Esme took care of our baby from 10 weeks to 5 months and we still use her for occasional care. She is very mature, dependable, and caring for our baby. Our baby loves her. I highly recommend her. "
Reviewed by Hilary V.
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I am a mother of 5 and grandmother to 7. Now that my youngest is off to college I would like to spend time helping other families. I am young at heart and can handle infant through teenagers, animals, errands, cleaning, etc.. I am able to provide structure but can also play hide and seek with the best of them.
I think my...
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"This is the first time we've ever used a service to find childcare and Elizabeth did not disappoint. Our boys absolutely loved her! She's picked up our youngest from school and watched both boys along with our...
Reviewed by Stephanie H.
Lydia C.
Tulsa, OK
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have a degree in music therapy, specializing in working with people with special needs.
I have been an activity coordinator, recreation therapist working for the state, as well as churches and assisted living, and private care within the home.
I have assisted in organization and management of a home, both family as well as...
5.0
"Lydia has a kind, gracious heart that goes into the care she offers others. "
Reviewed by Adam B.
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Hello! I first began working with special needs at 19 when I nannied a boy with Autism. I loved this job so much that I looked for nannying jobs with children with special needs after I moved to Dallas. I now have years of experience with Autism, Down Syndrome, Sensory Processing Disorder, ADHD and ADD. I find so much joy in...
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First and foremost, growing up, my oldest brother had Epilepsy and my youngest sister suffered from a developmental disability; therefore, I understand the challenge and rewards that come from taking care them. I gained valuable experience by caring and sharing part of my life with them. My compassion and unconditional love...
Diana W.
Tulsa, OK
$10-15/hr
Professionally Trained With Master's Degree - Psychotherapist For Children With Special Needs
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My own son, now 19 years old, functions on the high end of the Autism Spectrum and is also diagnosed with ADHD, which means I have had to learn special parenting skills in addition to the normal parenting skills. I have had to find ways to be creative, within his mindset to get him to follow through with my directions. I am so a...
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My cousin has Autism, Asperger's, and speech delays. He was diagnosed at 4 years old and his parents just put him in a room with a device and never knew how to handle raising him. I studied for 3 months before I took into eh roll of taking care of him for years till he was able to start school. He is now excelling and I want...
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I will soon be a graduated and certified physician assistant who is interested in a career in pediatrics! I am looking for part time work prior to starting a job. I am comfortable with all ages and able to care for children with any range of medical needs from none at all, to G tubes and tracheostomies!
If you're looking for...
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I'd describe my personality as funny, caring, and supportive
I like caring for people with special needs because they need love just like everyone in this world.
I'm looking for a job where I can support people who need my skills
I started caring for people with special needs when I was a teenager. my Mom was ill and I took...
Sydney M.
Tulsa, OK
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi there, my name is Sydney & I'm in school pursuing special education. I will finish my degree in special education mild/moderate degree next May with hopes to work in a severe & profound elementary classroom.
I have experience working in a severe & profound elementary classroom. I also have experience working at a camp called...
Jordan N.
Tulsa, OK
$14-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Experience with a wide variety of kiddos with delays, illnesses, and disabilities including but not limited to ADHD, epilepsy, food allergies, and Down syndrome.
Malayna H.
Tulsa, OK
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Currently a full-time PhD student and working in the nonprofit sector for those with disabilities. I come with over 10 years of experience working with children and adults with disabilires. I feel comfortable helping with grooming, personal care, and helping with other areas as needed. I am able to communicate verbally, with...
Shantia B.
Tulsa, OK
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I enjoy working and helping people with special needs. It just brings happiness to me. I've been working with these beautiful people since I was 16 years old plus I worked as a peer tutor in highschool. Also I grew up with siblings with things ranging from autism, adhd, and many others. I really look forward to helping you out...
Annette M.
Tulsa, OK
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Worked as a Registered Behavioral Technician for two years working with clients from 1 to 18 years old. Clients I worked with required assistance at home, at school and in public to further improve independent and safety skills.
Mary M.
Tulsa, OK
$17-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a retired paramedic/RN finding better ways to earn a living while I finish my degree to be a case manager. I have 15 medical experience at various levels though I no longer carry my licenses. I have ADHD/ASD and have leaned into them to help others. I enjoy helping and being of service.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tulsa, OK
Elizabeth S.
5.0
Elizabeth is a very dependable and loving person who takes good care of my 13 year old special needs son each week on Thursday nights. I highly recommend her for babysitting care.
- Vince B.
Lydia C.
5.0
She is a hard worker and willing to go the extra mile. Huge heart and loves people. Loves to laugh and sing. Very creative in many aspects. She is very good with people with special needs. Takes her job very seriously and doesn't slack off.
- Mark C.
Karise D.
5.0
Excellent. Kind. Easy to work with. Will use again.
- Vien Y.
Megan H.
5.0
She's great! Plays games with my kids, make fortes. My kids adore her!
- Angie N.
Hannah K.
5.0
Hannah is the best babysitter ever!!! She was so nice and flexible with my schedule. As a travel nurse I was in the Tulsa area for 13 weeks and she helped out with care of my 8y/o son. She was awesome sauce we loved her and we miss her daily.!!! I would absolutely hire Hannah again 20 million times...
- Haneefah R.
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Ratings for Tulsa, OK special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Tulsa, OK are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.