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Mollie N.

Full Time Special Need Nanny

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
I have experience with volunteering with PPCD(Pre-school Program for Children with disabilities) for three years. My dream job is to become a PPCD teacher. I have always had a passion for children with disabilities. I want make a difference help children with special need be successful and it starts with early child care. I am...

Kat B. says "Mollie was a student teacher. She was very caring and compassionate with her students. She really cares about individuals."

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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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Brie G.

Special Needs Caregiver

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 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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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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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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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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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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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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Noelle S.

Home Healthcare Attendent

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I recently was working as a teachers aide at Stepping Stone schools. I worked with infants to school age children. I am vaccinated and practice frequent hand washing and sanitizing. I love working with children and have raised two wonderful children myself. I have also worked in Adult behavioral Workshop where I taught typing...

Care Member says "Noelle was my clients caregiver and went above and beyond to provide quality care for him. She educated herself in all areas of his medical needs, was...

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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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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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Amy A.

Austin, TX

4.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Besides raising my own amazing daughter (who is now 20) , I have worked in childcare / direct care since 1998. I have extensive experience with babies, toddlers and school aged children, as well as teens and special needs kids. My approach is : safety first , respect the wishes of parents and then let's have some fun! I love...

Care Member says "Amy is a Wonderful person and excellent childcare provider. We hired Amy to watch our two boys age 1 and 4 during the month of December when we were...

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Chloe O.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am and always have been very passionate about childcare and the study of child development. I have been babysitting since I was 15 for children ages 1-10. I then went on to work for a daycare during my time in college which involved watching up to 8 children on my own also with a very large age range. I currently work with a...

Rylie B. says "Chloe is absolutely amazing!! We will definitely be hiring her again and again and again! You will not be disappointed hiring Chloe as a sitter!! "

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Brianna H.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! I have been babysitting since the age of 12, and in recent years have been babysitting some children with special needs. I have nannied for a few families and recently worked in a position of managing a large group of children aged 3 months-10 years. Prior to that I worked full time as a registered behavioral therapist...

Qwineaja E. says "She's really awesome with any kid! I love how passionate she is for kids ! She's someone I can trust around my child for sure. Also she is a very...

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Lexi V.

Experienced Babysitter

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a doctoral student in Ethnomusicology. I earned a BA in music (voice) with a minor in Spanish. I also nanny part-time between classes, have daycare experience, and experience working with kids with special needs. Contact me, and I can send you my CV, and references. I currently work with two families (one regular; and one...

Jennifer H. says "Alexis Is a brilliant woman full of compassion and creativity. She brings her passion for learning and living life fully into the lives of those she has...

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Ryder C.

Fun And Experienced Sitter That Loves To Care For Kids And Help Them Learn!

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I have 6 years of experience with children, from babysitting my sisters to caring for a little boy (3 mo- 2 yr) for over 2 years while earning my Bachelor's degree at Texas A&M. I also worked as a Registered Behavioral Technician in an ABA clinic, providing therapy to children with Autism. Currently, I assist with psychological...
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Brooke T.

Part Time Care Giver Available

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi there, My name is Brooke and I am 27 years old and I am currently living in Austin, Texas. I have been babysitting for the last 10 years. I have experience with children of all ages and I also have had experience working with some special needs children. I am currently working full time but am looking to babysit in the...
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Sneha R.

Hey There, Families!

Austin, TX

4.4(1)
from
$26/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 47 families in your area
Carpooling
My name is Lyra, and I am from Austin, Texas. I am currently a Neuroscience & Psychology student at the UT-Austin, which means I know exactly how to get inside your kids' heads! Just kidding... or am I? I bring a unique blend of experience, creativity, and love. I've worked with kids of all ages - from infants to teenagers, &...

Care Member says "Sneha took car of my 3 month old son when I went back to work and I would highly recommend her. She took great care of him and is extremely...

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Stacie C.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Stacie. I'm currently a full-time nanny. Just a bit about me, I'm a married mom with 2 sons 28 and 21 years old. I've been a nanny for eight years and I LOVE IT! My eight plus years of babysitting experience have shown me the positive impact I can have on families by offering reliable childcare. I am patient,...

Caroline D. says "We love Stacie, and our little G. does too. Stacie is so friendly and loving. She has a ton of experience with little ones, and we have seen her...

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Melanie M.

Melanie Miller - Perfect Babysitter For Date Nights

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have years of experience working with kids of all ages, including children on the autism spectrum and with other special needs. I've led outdoor group trips at a sleep-away camp for neurodivergent kids ages 5-25, completed discrete-trial and pivotal-response training, and have nannied for multiple families long-term. I'm...

Renee M. says "Great with kids. They love her."

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  • 290 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.42/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Austin, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 145 reviews of the 290 listed special needs caregivers

Mollie N.

Mollie was a student teacher. She was very caring and compassionate with her students. She really cares about individuals.

- Kat B.

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.

Sophie B.

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...

- Kevin J.

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