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Emmarose D.

Passionate About Special Needs!

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been working with people who have special needs for a few years now and it is my true passion. I find it very important to be the best aid I can be and provide a comfortable time with the person I'm caring for. I am a quick learner, nurturing, and skilled in stressful situations. I have training with administering meds and...

Laura B. says "I've been bedridden a few times after open heart surgery and Emmarose was able to assist me. Not only is she passionate about taking care of people, she...

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Personal Care Attendant

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience
I take care of a lady with autism. I also take care of a man with Down's syndrome and love what I do.

Cynthia S. says "She is still employed in the daytime with me. She started working after Katrina here. My daughter is special needs and is nonverbal. I trust her in my...

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Caregiver

New Orleans, LA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I began working with children of special needs as soon as I entered the public school system. I found a love for this field and moved on to gain experience in working with many students of autism. I truly enjoy it and I learn so much from special needs children.
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Personal Care Assistant Available Full-time Can Travel, Household Cleaning, Can Administration Med

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I am 56years old. I have worked as a personal care giver, and assistance for the last 16+ yrs. I truly love what I do. I have worked for several well-known doctors in the New Orleans area caring for their loved ones also I have experience in Feeding Tube, Dementia, Cerebral Palsy, Artisum Strokes, Paralyzed, Hip Replacement,...

Care Member says "A very no-nonsense, professional caregiver who likes to keep busy. She gives excellent care. If you're not satisfied with Gilder, then you won't like...

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Occupational Therapist Looking For Part-time Work As A Caregiver

New Orleans, LA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc. I genuinely love to help other...
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Special Needs Provider

New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Over the years I have the opportunity to work with children with special needs. I'm currently working with autistic children as a Reach Aide in Alief ISD.
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Disability, Accessibility, And Special Needs Care

New Orleans, LA

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$32/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I'm a compassionate and dependable caregiver with experience supporting individuals with special needs, including developmental, cognitive, and physical disabilities. My goal is to provide respectful, individualized care that promotes comfort, independence, and quality of life. I can assist with: Daily routines and...
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Special Education/Tutoring

New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I am a teacher with a minor/certification in Special Education. I worked solely as a Special Educator for two of my six years teaching. During this time I worked with many children with a wide variety of special needs. Prior to beginning my teaching career, I worked as a tutor/assistant to a family with two young boys who had...
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Registered Behavioral Technician

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Worked with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) at Children's Hospital teaching social skills for ages 3-15 for 54 weeks total, 4 different sessions with four different age groups. Currently working at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) as a Registered Behavioral Technician (Therapist)Uptown, New...
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Part-time Caregiver For Exceptional Children

New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
In addition to having been a public school teacher working with children with exceptionalities, I also currently work with a disabled elder, and I myself had a stroke a few years ago that left me with my own exceptionalities, which helps me connect with others who have "special needs". I have the empathy, experience, creative...
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Part-time Caregiver

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have 5 years experience implementing behavioral plans at a residential facility for children aged 4 to 17. My experience includes those on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, both cognitive and physical delays, as well as a variety of additional medical needs. I have reliable transportation, a psychology degree specializing in...
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Here To Help With Your Love One

New Orleans, LA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have over 10 years experience working with special needs people. I love to take care of them in a special loving way .
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Speech Pathology Student

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm an energetic, responsible, and patient person who has enjoyed babysitting for a little over 9 years now. In high school, I worked at a daycare, and later babysat/helped homeschool 3 children during quarantine from March to May for about 30 hours per week. In college, I worked at a clinic with a pediatric therapy group,...
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New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello, My name is Gabrielle but I go by Gabby. I am a Registered Behavior Technician in New Orleans, LA. I have a Bachelor's in Psychology and currently acquiring my Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis in aspiration of becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). I have been a RBT for a year and a half with experience...
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New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Your baby will be in special care in rainbow land and we will see the world to be. Just let me tell you that this is my real teaching job. I am an autism teacher so my rates for autism rate is higher. Please, when booking give as much details because the price will vary, but the bare minimum will be 40hr for 1 child. Prices do...
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New Orleans, LA

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$12/hr
I would describe myself as a very determined and highly motivated person. I do take my job seriously but I'm able to see things in perspective and believe I'm quite easy-going to work with. I'm an optimist rather than a pessimist - but I'm also a realist and I cope well when the going gets tough; I'm very good at finding...
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New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
Ive been a teacher for over five years and have loved every minute of it. Ive also spent time caregiving children. I've worked with many wonderful people that've had conditions such as cerebral palsy, autism, have been intellectually challenged and blindness. Im a fast learner and love caring for people the same way their loved...
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New Orleans, LA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hi families! My name is Bethany- I am a high-energy, compassionate caregiver with 10 (adult) years of experience. During the day, I serve as a mental health professional for elementary students; in my free time, I enjoy caring for littles. I prioritize creative play, limited screen time, and positive discipline strategies. You...
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Babysitter/Nanny

New Orleans, LA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Hello!! My name is Shelby and I'm an experienced educator and caregiver looking for some part time work. (Subject to change if you needed any additional support..) My schedule is currently open and flexible. CPI/CPR and First Aid Certified. I have 8+ years experience in various classroom and in-home settings. I specialize...
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CPR First Aid Cert. Care

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hello my name is Gia. I am a senior at the University of Houston. I am experienced caring for people of all walks, babies to elderly. I am first aid and CPR certified and am fluent in English Spanish and some Italian.
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  • 45 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.38/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 4.3

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in New Orleans, LA

Special Needs Child Care in New Orleans, LA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 45 listed special needs child care

Emmarose D.

I've been bedridden a few times after open heart surgery and Emmarose was able to assist me. Not only is she passionate about taking care...

- Laura B.

Noyata W.

She is still employed in the daytime with me. She started working after Katrina here. My daughter is special needs and is nonverbal. I...

- Cynthia S.

Gilder D.

A very no-nonsense, professional caregiver who likes to keep busy. She gives excellent care. If you're not satisfied with Gilder, then you...

- Care member

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