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Sabrina V.

Passionate, Energetic, And Fun-loving!

Austin, TX

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 42 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
***LIMITED AVAILABILITY 2024*** Hello daddies and mommies, my name is Sabrina. I'm experienced on special needs (ADHD, TDAH, Autism, Asperger syndrome). Also caregiver and babysitter. Helping is my main. As a babysitter I love playing and teaching, kids are very fun and energetic. I have taken care of children from a very young...

Care Member says "Sabrina is extremely responsible, detail oriented, accommodating and friendly. "

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Elizabeth D.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
My schedule is flexible and I'm currently seeking short term infant care gigs. 15 + years as professional Nanny of all ages. Date nights, infant care, carpooling, crafts, playdates, lunch prep, etc. IBCLC trained, experienced with multiples and special needs. Local references available by request

Anna M. says "We were in from out of town and she was punctual, communicated well and we would definitely hire her again!"

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Jeri D.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Jeri. Im a new nurse (RN, BSN). I have 6+ years of experience babysitting. I am BLS/AED certified, I have experience with special-needs children (in the hospital setting) and love kids! I have transportation and I am able to pick up to and from school along with take your kids wherever you need me to. I am kind...

Kristy R. says "Jeri has been so great with our 4 month old infant. She comes with great energy and spends the day engaging our little by talking to her and playing with...

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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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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
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 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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Amy W.

nanny

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm dedicated to fostering children's growth and development while providing reliable support for families. With a passion for creating a positive impact on young lives, I bring 10 years of experience and a college degree in Hospitality Management to my role. My patient and...

Lauren J. says "Amy has a huge heart and an out-going personality. She genuinely enjoys talking to people and getting to them with her warm smile and naturally caring...

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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
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 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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Brenda M.

Child care

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
I am an experienced babysitter / nanny. I have great ratings from the families I have worked with and am willing to give references. I have strong and caring relationships with the families I have worked with and continue to babysit for them when they need me. I am currently a nanny of a 15-month-old and worked with the family...

Jason N. says "We hired Brenda for a short-term childcare need. We found Brenda to be reliable, professional, and very respectful to our home and parenting preferences....

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Nathalie L.

Austin, TX

4.5(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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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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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Cristina F.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a recent graduate with a Masters degree in social work with 7 years of experience in caretaking and home healthcare. I have been a personal caregiver to a special needs child and have experience working in private care for children and adults. My work experience with children and adolescents ranges from 6 months to 22 years...

Care Member says "Great with our kids, highly recommend :)"

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Brie G.

Former Preschool Teacher

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm creative, supportive and responsible with great organization and attention to detail. I have two years experience as an Assistant Teacher at a Montessori preschool (ages 1-5), UT intern for four months (ages 3-6), and another year in a preschool/afterschool camp. Also, a nanny and parent, I am nurturing and provide...

Care Member says "After finding Brie here she was with our family for a few months, since my baby was 5 months old. My baby and family immediately fall in love with her!...

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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
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Charlotte C.

Fun, Creative Nanny Seeking Family! Experience Working With Kids With Autism

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm Charlotte, an enthusiastic and creative babysitter! A psychology graduate from UT Austin with a minor in Mandarin, I blend academic knowledge with practical experience. With three years of nannying experience and an additional year as a registered behavioral therapist for children on the spectrum, I'm equipped to...

Rebecca Q. says "This sounds over-the-top, but Charlotte is everything you want in a caregiver for your child. She's conscientious, communicative and enthusiastic. I can...

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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
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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Sneha R.

Hey There, Families!

Austin, TX

4.4(1)
from
$26/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 46 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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Katherine P.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been an agency nanny for over 14 years and have cared for children of all ages. I also care for children with special needs. I have an excellent driving record, am CPR trained, and can provide excellent references. I am available late mornings, afternoons and evenings for date nights.

Jennifer C. says "Katherine is fantastic! She keeps up with my high energy 3 year old and knows exactly how to keep him busy. He loves his time with her, too!"

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Krystin W.

Newborn Care Specialist

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As a Certified Newborn Care Specialist with 20 years of experience, I am dedicated to fostering an environment that supports your child's development through structure, play, and abundant love. I specialize in guiding children to reach their full physical, emotional, and intellectual potential. My extensive experience includes...

Rick C. says "My kids absolutely love Ayi! ("Ayi" is a casual Mandarin Chinese translation of "aunt", a nickname they gave her when she took them to language...

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Jesslyna O.

Full Time Care Giver Available Upon Request Beginning In Early To Mid August

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello Prospective Parents! My name is Jesslyna (Jess) and I am seeking a full time position. I have been babysitting and working with children for a whopping 21 years (I am 34). My most recent position was with Communities In Schools of Central Texas as the Senior Program Director for Youth Enrichment. I was previously the...

Care Member says "She showed up a 5 min early The kids loved her. She had them pick up their plates toys etc. "

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Bridgette I.

Part-time Babysitter/tutor

Austin, TX

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 45 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Howdy! I'm Bridgette - a certified postpartum doula, advanced NCS, and career nanny. I've also taught at preschool, am a pediatric sleep consultant, and am well-versed in childhood nutrition. I have approximately 8 years of paid childcare experience ranging from ages 0 - 15 including families with multiples and children with...

Eleanor H. says "We connected with Bridgette for a one-time day of child care while we were visiting family in Austin and we are so thankful for her! Bridgette was...

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  • 320 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.11/hr as of December 2025

  • 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 216 reviews of the 324 listed special needs caregivers

Sabrina V.

Sabrina is extremely responsible, detail oriented, accommodating and friendly.

- Care member

Elizabeth D.

We were in from out of town and she was punctual, communicated well and we would definitely hire her again!

- Anna M.

Jeri D.

Jeri has been so great with our 4 month old infant. She comes with great energy and spends the day engaging our little by talking to her...

- Kristy R.

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