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Brie G.

Special Needs Caregiver

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My career development includes connecting with clients in a considerate way, working hard to bridge communication gaps to improve relations, and years working with mental /physical/ behavioral disabilities. Special needs guidance through one-to-one personal care with autistic, abused, neglected, under-served, brain injuries,...
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Diana B.

Yoga Teacher, Ayurvedic Practitioner, Assistant For Special Needs

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I am experienced in providing yoga classes to individuals and groups with special needs. I have also been employed in the capacity of an assistant at special needs counseling center; providing the various staff members (clinicians, owner, and teachers) with assistance in whatever capacity is needed. References are...

Rhonda G. says "Diana is hard working and focused. She helped me with a number of items from packing up my house to prepare to move, selling items, changing address,...

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Amarantha R.

Part Time Available

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello there highly motivated & compassionate individual with a strong educational background and passion for nurturing young minds. I hold a BA in Psychology and am pursuing my Master's degree. I have hands-on experience as an RBT where I provide ABA therapy to children on the spectrum. I have extensive training in behavior...

Debbie G. says "Wow. What a tremendous young lady. She was a perfect fit for the care we needed for our son. Thank you!"

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Alyssa W.

Hello Families!

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience
I have three years of experience working with disabilities such as autism, cerebral palsy, and gtubes. I absolutely love working with disability, it makes my heart happy. I love being a caretaker and am pursuing a career in physical therapy one day. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as swim instructor certified! I would...
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Amy A.

Experienced, Responsible, Fun Mom And Caregiver

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a nanny and caregiver / Attendant for many years, working with both developmentally disabled and neurotypical children from newborns to teens. . I am CPR / First Aid certified. I am fully vaccinated and boosted against Covid -19. I bring my history of parenting, art background and sense of humor to the job. I'm...

Care Member says "I can't recommend Amy enough. As a mom to a special needs daughter, she is patient and kind. She is also very engaged and always looking for activities...

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Ashley K.

Compassionate Helper And Friend

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My first experience with caregiving was living with my grandma for 11 years through her late stage Alzheimer's. From a young age I've had a passion for caring for others, no matter our differences. I have worked professionally as an in-home disability caregiver for 12 years, for clients with different ages, backgrounds,...

Shannon D. says "My family is so thankful to have her help!"

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Rosemarie T.

Caregiver Of Many Hats

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
1 year experience
I'm a QMAP/ caregiver. Love animals. Will honestly probably try to be your best friend if you let me

Christina S. says "She is very reliable and will do a great job."

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Widdienne D.

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Widdienne. I'm a part-time student at Texas State University pursuing a degree in Health Care Administration, and I bring over 10 years of hands-on experience as a compassionate, trustworthy, and dedicated caregiver. I've had the privilege of supporting individuals with diverse needs including children, the...
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Sophie B.

Part Time Care Giver

Austin, TX

4.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi my name is Sophie. I am in College to be a Elementary Special Education Teacher. I have worked with lots of kids with Disabilities. (Autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, etc.) I just got home from working in an orphanage school and hospital in Ghana Africa. I love to play games, crafts and other fun things. I would love to come meet...

Kevin J. says "My brother has Down syndrome so unfortunately he can not care for himself even though he is a adult. I wanted to find a care giver that would treat him...

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Anita A.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Anita I'm currently pursuing a degree in psychology and social sciences. I'm a Behavioral specialist who works with special needs kids from ages 2 to 18 but I also have experience working with adults ages 18 to 95. My experience as far as adults is I've worked at senior living communities and I also worked for...

Yolanda B. says "I needed a caretaker for my autistic son last minute. She was ready and available to help. She looked after him and made sure his meals were according to...

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Shanette J.

Caregiver

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked as a caregiver for over 20 years. I love helping others and making a difference in one's life. I have worked with individuals with ADD/ADHD, depression, Cerebral Palsy, Schizophrenic disorder, Bipolar disorder, wheel chair bound, and Dementia/Alzheimer. I have worked with people in their home and also in a...

John S. says "My house has never been as clean and organized thanks to Shanette! She is punctual and very efficient. Shanette was exactly what our home need. We highly...

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Kari C.

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! A little about me... I'm a mother of 17-year-old twins and I have soon to be 8-year-old! I was a SAHM until my oldest boys started school. I then started working/subbing for the school district. I have cared for children in daycare settings and being a nanny. I have years experience with special needs as my oldest has...
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Brianna A.

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For several years I have cared for my two sisters that have Willams Syndrome. I have volunteered for special olympics throughout my high school years, assisting the kids and adults with basic skills needed to play the sports. I enjoy their presence as it's filled with love & would love to care for your children! I am open and...
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Andrea B.

Ms. Andrea

Austin, TX

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi there! My name is Andrea, and I have been working with both special needs and neurotypical kids, for 10 years. I've worked as an inclusion aide for the YMCA of San Diego County both for summer camp, and in after school care. I also worked for San Diego Unified School District for 3 years as an aide in mod/severe special needs...

Liz B. says "Andrea has been working with my special needs son (both at our home and in the community) for almost a year. In that time, she has forged a strong bond with...

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Liv S.

Qualified Mental Health Professional Loves To Help Children Succeed!

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
As a caring, dedicated, and compassionate mental health counselor, I have extensive background providing residential support to children and teens struggling with a wide array of challenges. My mission is to create opportunities for your child to experience a sense of success and therefore improved self esteem in navigating the...
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Jennifer K.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
New to Austin, from Boston Ma. I have been taking care of children in one way or another for most of my life. In my early 20s as a live-in nanny and an assistant teacher for a special needs preschool. I taught theater to at-risk teens while I was pregnant with my first child, and then I went on to raise my own two children. I...

Care Member says "We love Jenn! She took care of our oldest for the first year and a half of his life and we couldn’t have been happier. She was extremely thoughtful in...

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Kimberly C.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I have over 14 years of experience working with children of which includes babysitting! I have a bachelors degree in early childhood education with a minor in special education. I have experience teaching in the classroom and out and working with children with special needs as well and of course babysitting. I am bilingual...

Care Member says "We loved Kimberly, we had just moved here from Tennessee and hadn't had anybody watch our boys besides my sister and I was really nervous and she made...

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Nathalie L.

High Experience: Children, Old People, Lesson, Pet

Austin, TX

4.5(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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I am a teacher and caregiver who is bilingual in Spanish and French. I also speak - English of course. I am an Elementary teacher (Spanish, Math, reading) and High School teacher (French, Technical design and artistic drawing). I teach in the 3 languages. I dont smoke, I am CPR certified, have my own transportation. I am...

Care Member says "Nathalie really helped me when I was in a bind. Very quick to respond and great service. My kiddos had a great time even though they were stuck in a...

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Kasandra H.

Medically Experienced Active Nanny

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello My name is Kasandra, I am a nanny, with a medical assistant's degree. I have 7 years of professional nanny experience and 5years of babysitting experience. I'm a fully vaccinated and boostered non smoker, who is also an animal lover. So if you have pets that's fine with me. I work well with children of all ages and I have...

Maria Clara H. says "Kasandra has been extremely helpful in providing childcare for our baby 9 mos at that time. It's too bad we couldn't take her with us. Any family...

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Kendra B.

Experienced Early Childhood Educator, Nanny And Babysitter With Nine Years Experience

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Highly skilled in supervising and interacting with children positively Well versed in providing affection and safety to children Able to prepare hygienic meals Adept at directing children in eating, resting and personal cleanliness Proven record of handling private issues properly Demonstrated ability to provide proper...

Care Member says "Kendra has worked with my family on an as-needed basis watching our 5 year old son for a little over two years now. Kendra is always my first choice...

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  • 312 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.32/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Austin, TX

Special Needs Caregivers in Austin, TX are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 255 reviews of the 313 listed special needs caregivers

Diana B.

Diana is hard working and focused. She helped me with a number of items from packing up my house to prepare to move, selling items, changing...

- Rhonda G.

Amarantha R.

Wow. What a tremendous young lady. She was a perfect fit for the care we needed for our son. Thank you!

- Debbie G.

Amy A.

I can't recommend Amy enough. As a mom to a special needs daughter, she is patient and kind. She is also very engaged and always looking for...

- Care member

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