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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Acworth, GA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Acworth, GA

Alma gave exceptional care to my grandfather. Very reliable and easy to work with.

Review for Alma H. by Brian C.

Kaelyn is an absolutely amazing young woman. She has been working for us for about two years now and I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Review for Kaelyn K. by Elizabeth N.

Nakia is very responsible, caring and respectful. She helped me with my Dad. I would hire her again if I need her in the future.

Review for Nakia R. by Care member

Special needs caregivers in Acworth, GA

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Emily G.


Acworth, GA

$14-30/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time babysitter

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Hi! My name is Emily. I'm 26 years old and a certified elementary school teacher. I've had several years of experience and have built safe and strong relationships with children from the ages of infancy to 12 years of age. I also have 2 years of experience as a special needs IEP teacher. I'm interested in continuing my teaching...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

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Lina B.


Acworth, GA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

I like working for seniors because I genuine care. I think our seniors have so much life experience and deserves good senior years. I have been working with caregiving back and forth, private and communal. I have taking care of people that have special needs, have had a brain of a 2-year-old and can't do certain things. I...
Lina can also help with: Errands, dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Alicia K.


Acworth, GA

$8-13/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Loving Care Giver

I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Phlebotomist. I am also certified in BLS and CPR. I have been working in a very busy ER for 4 years as an ER tech. I am currently attending college and getting my degree in Mortuary Science. I am passionate and caring. I am always smiling and energetic. I will treat your loved one...
Alicia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Alma H.


Marietta, GA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Honest And Reliable

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love working with seniors. I have more than 10 years of experience with patients with dementia/Alzheimer's and patients with special needs. I provide personal care, help with showers, light house cleaning, help with meal preparation, and fun outings. I'm compassionate, honest and reliable with good references.
Alma can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Alma gave exceptional care to my grandfather. Very reliable and easy to work with."

Brian C.

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Kaelyn K.


Kennesaw, GA

$23-24/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always loved working with children and have been babysitting for years. I love cooking and I have two wonderful dogs. I am a senior in college as a psychology major. I have my own car as well!
5.0
"Kaelyn is an absolutely amazing young woman. She has been working for us for about two years now and I cannot recommend her highly enough. My special needs adult daughter just loves her! She is everything a mother looks for in a loving caregiver for her child."

Elizabeth N.

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Nakia R.


Marietta, GA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Nakia I've been taking care of elderly and special needs for 15 years I took care of my uncle who was special needs I'm a very caring person and nice person I really enjoy taking care of people who has a Disability I'm a very Dependable person. I have my own business . My my guardian angel home health care. LLC
Nakia can also help with: Errands, dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Nakia did a great job supporting my mother for a few weeks. Always offering to help, communicated well, and even took care of the dog when mom couldn't. Her skills really came into play when mom had a medical issue - knew exactly what had to be done and who to...

Keith S.

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Karla B.


Kennesaw, GA

$8-22/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Caregiving!

Hello, I'm Karla I have a 35-year background in the in-home nursing assistance and special needs field. I have a 24-year Nursing Assistant License and Nurse Delegation certificate , a 2 year college gerontology degree, Adult, Child, Infant, CPR/First Aid/AED certificate, and a COVID vaccine certificate. I am thorough,...
Karla can also help with: Dementia, companionship, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
"She has a kind and gentle bedside manner. She is a constant joy to be around and she is very good at what she does. A+ rating!"

Amber C.

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Karla B.


Kennesaw, GA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Registered

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 35 years of nanny and nursing assistant experience and a new grandbaby born February 2024! I have Infant/Child/Adult CPR/AED/First Aid training, COVID immunizations, a college degree, DD, special needs, and behavior modification experience. I was a home daycare owner in the 90s and have been working as an in-home care...
Karla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Karla has been such a great addition to our family. She has been so kind and patient with our baby girl and makes sure to engage with her throughout the day. I love to hear their giggles during the day! She is respectful, an excellent communicator and all around a...

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Elizabeth D.


Kennesaw, GA

$15-50/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience in nannying/babysitting. I am trained in taking care of all different types of ages, and have helped with special needs kids for many years as well. I love and care for these kids like they're family! I am CPR certified as well and don't mind travel. I am a Faith-centered person and believe in the...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elizabeth was fantastic with our kids and they loved her! Our six year old daughter can't wait to have her come back next week. Elizabeth communicates great and is punctual. We highly recommend her and will hire her again!"

Josh M.

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Angela O.


Kennesaw, GA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Special Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 3 years of experience but some was volunteering. I have subbed in public schools in the Special Education classes, I had a niece with CP and have helped in my church with some special need children. I am patient, flexible and nurturing. I enjoy working with special needs families- I find it rewarding. I look...
5.0
"Ms. Angie is really the best. She is our current nanny since May 2021. She cares for my 3 children: 4 and 2 year old girls and my 4 month old son. She works great around our house cat, 5 dogs (3 allowed in house). And does it all very well. The kids love her and so...

Heather V.

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Kristen R.


Woodstock, GA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 25 years of experience in care giving from newborns to the elderly and every age in between, special needs as well. I absolutely love babysitting and being a care giver, I am reliable, prompt and trustworthy. Whether it be a night out on the town, daytime care or a weekend away, I have 2 daughters and 1 son of my own, so...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kristen is great! We are sad that our schedule does not match anymore to hers. She's very punctual and dependable. She's great with kids and would do more than you asked her for."

Edelwisa J.

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Renee W.


Woodstock, GA

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Care-giver

Hello, my name is Renee and I m a certified nursing assistant. Before, becoming a nursing assistant I was a Direct Care Staff member at group homes. I assisted special need children and adults by helping them with their activities of daily living. Some of them activities included: outdoor outings, bathing, feeding, indoor...
5.0
"Renee is one of the very best CNAs that I have ever worked with! She is a joy to be around and I'm sure that I'll be hiring her again very soon!"

Steve S.

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Alma H.


Marietta, GA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm offering my services of group outings or one on one in the community, for adults with special needs I'm available Monday to Saturday, places such as the library, thrift stores, restaurants, bowling, parks, movies, swimming and more. I have been working in-home care services for more than 12 years helping seniors and...
5.0
"My son adores Alma, with special needs children/adults, verbal communication is limited, but actions speak louder then words. If my son didn't feel comfortable with her, he would have refused to go with her. She is patient with him, takes very good care of all his...

Tess K.

I am a babysitter certified by the Red Cross and I am also CPR certified. I have worked with special needs kids as well as my sister being special needs as well.
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Alie S.


Dallas, GA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Former Educator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was an educator for 14 plus years. I taught general and special education. I have experience in a lot of physical and mental disabilities. I would love to help you out with your loved one!! Let me know if I can be of service to you and your family!!
5.0
"Alison is very punctual and friendly. She makes herself available for your needs. She not only can and does care of our dad but, watches over and feeds our animals."

Harold S.

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Carlie B.


Marietta, GA

$25-27/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Hey there. I love caring and helping children. I got my Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with kids from birth through 22 years old. I use to teach infants, twos, pre-K and after school at a daycare. I have been working with kids for about 9 years now. Also I have experience with special needs as...
Carlie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Carlie is awesome! This was my first time having someone to watch my daughter and my daughter absolutely loved her. She is professional and you can tell she has a passion for children. We will definitely be hiring her again."

Katrina E.

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Tendai H.


Dallas, GA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a seasoned caregiver and certified Neuro Transformational Life Coach with over 20 years of dedicated experience in empowering teens and young adults with developmental disabilities to live fulfilling lives. My passion for making a positive impact, coupled with my extensive expertise, has allowed me to navigate the unique...
5.0
"We have employed Tendai for approximately 1.5 years. She has been reliable, prompt, mature and flexible. We can no longer provide her with enough hours, but are more than willing to share her with another family!"

Karen D.

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Natasha W.


Kennesaw, GA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Oldest of 6 children and I'm currently enrolled at KSU for Elem Education degree. Lots of experience with special needs children.
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"We really enjoyed having Natasha as our nanny and so did our daughter. She did a great job keeping her entertained throughout the day as well as having patience on days when our daughter was fussy. She's great with interacting and talking with infants. Highly...

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Alison C.


Marietta, GA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Alison, I am a professional nanny with over 30 years experience. I work as a nanny because I absolutely adore children. I enjoy every aspect of childcare. I enjoy it so much it doesn't even seem like work! One of the activities I love to share most with children is reading. Young children who are read to grow...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alison loves the children and families she serves, and can be counted on to take care of them according to the parents' direction. I interviewed Alison for a nanny position before my son was born based on glowing personal recommendation from a friend. She started...

Holly S.

Hello, My name is Shahneen, I am a native of Philadelphia but have lived in Georgia for approx 25 years. I have three adult children who also live in Georgia. I have many years, 10+ years, of caregiver experience . I have cared for elderly individuals, special needs children and adults. I am currently a Special Needs bus...
Shahneen can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ratings for Acworth, GA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Acworth, GA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.