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Hi! I am a current student at the university of Georgia hoping to make some extra money over the summer. I have been consistently babysitting for the last 5 years and served as a nanny my junior and senior year of highschool. I also have experience with pets and individuals with special needs.
I'd describe my personality as...
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi parents! My name is Audrey Pursell and I'm a junior at the University of Georgia looking for a family to babysit for. I am one of four kids and have a sister with special needs, so I'm very comfortable working with all kinds of children. I've also volunteered with Extra Special People (ESP) in Athens, which has deepened my...
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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Hello families!! I am a student at the University of Georgia studying Elementary Education. I am looking for sitting jobs during the times that I am not in class or working at my job at a local Montessori school, where I am the lead Afterschool teacher for pre-primary. I have experience with special needs children, newborns+,...
Travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Melody, a childcare provider and passionate tutor, currently furthering my education with an MBA.
I have specialized in supporting children with special needs, including developmental delays and autism, through personalized care and tailored educational programs. My journey includes hands-on experience in nurturing...
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- $30/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
errands
meal prep
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Compassionate Senior Care Aid with Specialized Experience
Hello, I'm Melody, a dedicated Senior Care Aid with extensive experience in supporting elderly individuals, including those recovering from brain injuries and living with developmental disabilities.
My background with United Cerebral Palsy and personal caregiving...
Transportation
errands
home modification
light cleaning
mobility assistance
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My journey as a caregiver has been shaped by both personal and professional experiences. Raising my son with autism taught me patience, creativity, and adaptability-qualities I now bring to my caregiving work with seniors and individuals with special needs. I approach caregiving as more than a job; it's a calling built on...
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- $22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
live-in home care
respite care
personal care
I am 43 years old and I am a loving person with a big heart. Caring for people is a passion for me whether you are old, young, or just totally disabled and need that small or big hand of assistance, I am that person. There is no problem with me having to lift anyone. I have been doing nursing since I was 18 years old and I love...
Hi! I'm Brooke, 23 years old and a recent graduate from the University of Georgia. I have over 5 years of experience working with children. In high school, I volunteered for 3 years with middle school girls, and later worked for about a year at an afterschool program. I then worked as a nanny for a family with two children, ages...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am currently a college nursing student . I am CPR/ first aid certified. I have experience with children of all ages and I have experience with mild special needs. I am very energetic and outgoing. I am okay with doing light house work and caring for pets. I have references available upon request.
Madelaine D. says "Hailey was so great with my 2 boys! She's so dependable and she always leaves my house looking better than when she found it! It wasn't unusual to come...
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Child care is my passion. I have worked with children for the last 14+ years, and have a broad range of experience. I have kept children with special needs including feeding tubes, breathing treatments, heart monitors and routine medications. I just got CPR and first aid and fire safety certified. I also worked in a church...
Katharine P. says "Sarah was our "at home" babysitter for the first several months of my son's life. He was born very premature and couldn't be placed in a daycare. She...
I love my line of work. It's my passion helping people and caring for others! I'm experienced in Mechanical lift, BLS/CPR, first aid, Daily living duties, Feeding and etc.
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- $22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I love my line of work. It's my passion helping people and caring for others! I'm experienced in Mechanical lift, BLS/CPR, first aid, Daily living duties, Feeding, special needs with disabilities and brain injury, memory care etc
Chynna B. says "I supervised Brandi while on a travel nursing assignment . She was one of the best aides I've worked with throughout my time being a nurse. Dependable,...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am generally a caregiver. I do have a CNA and CPR/ First Aid Certified. I have and currently working with special needs. I have worked with children and grandchildren. Have worked with infant to seniors, in a home Orr facility setting.
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jennifer, and I have extensive experience working with children with special needs, including those who are medically fragile. I'm passionate about providing compassionate, patient, and dependable care in a safe and supportive environment.
Over the years, I've assisted with a wide range of daily living activities...
Hi! My name is Jennifer, and I have extensive experience working with children with special needs, including those who are medically fragile. I'm passionate about providing compassionate, patient, and dependable care in a safe and supportive environment.
Over the years, I've assisted with a wide range of daily living activities...
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- $16/hr
I have a Master's degree in Psychology with a focus in Child and Adolescent Development. I have cared for children with special needs and disabilities.
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- $19/hr
For the past 8 years, I have been working as a Special Education teacher assistant, a job I truly love because I enjoy seeing my students' progress and achievements every day.
I offer:
Homework help
Reading and academic support
Spanish tutoring
After-school educational care
Experience working with children with special needs
Looking for part time work. I have worked as a caregiver for 10 plus years. I am interested in getting to meet you.
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi everyone, I'm a recent high school graduate with a big heart for kids and plans to start school next fall to become an ultrasound technician. Caring for others has always come naturally to me, and I truly love babies, children, and their creative, curious minds. I have hands-on experience with children of all ages through...
Started working with kids at the age of 14 at my local YMCA, I continued to work there until I was 18. After leaving the YMCA, I became an lifeguard for Clarke County. While being an lifeguard I assisted with swim lessons as well. And I was recently an early childhood educator at a local preschool in my hometown before I...
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52 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.54/hr as of April 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Athens, GA
Special Needs Caregivers in Athens, GA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 52 listed special needs caregivers
Hailey B.
Hailey was so great with my 2 boys! She's so dependable and she always leaves my house looking better than when she found it! It wasn't...
- Madelaine D.
Sarah D.
Sarah was our "at home" babysitter for the first several months of my son's life. He was born very premature and couldn't be placed in a...
- Katharine P.
Brandi R.
I supervised Brandi while on a travel nursing assignment . She was one of the best aides I've worked with throughout my time being a nurse....
- Chynna B.
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