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Grace J.

Child Care Provider

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Grace - a fun, dependable, and experienced childcare provider with a background in speech pathology and over 8 years working with children of all ages. My experience includes being a teacher, nanny, and registered behavioral technician, with a strong focus on children with special needs, including autism, ADHD, and...

Care Member says "Grace was amazing when my wife and I hired her. She took great care of Ashley and our dog when needed. She is very respectful, caring, and overall a...

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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
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
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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Elizabeth D.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Lexi V.

Experienced Babysitter

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
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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Cristina F.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 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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Jeri D.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 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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Amy W.

nanny

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 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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Kendra B.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 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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Patricia B.

Part Time Care Giver Available

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Ive worked for Round Rock Independent School District in the area of special needs kids and food service assistance. I have work experience with kids in school since 2004 til 2019. I'm currently working as a part time afternoon nanny since 2019, Ive also graduated from Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School with the degree of Pastry...

Care Member says "Patricia has been part of our family for almost 4 years caring for our daughter who is now almost 8 years old. Our daughter has some special needs and...

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Amy A.

Austin, TX

4.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Brianna H.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
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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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
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
***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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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
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 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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Samantha D.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
I've been caring for children for over 13 years, and it's a role that truly brings me joy and fulfillment. As a nanny, I've had the privilege of witnessing the growth and development of many children, and I take great pride in the positive impact I've had on their lives. I'm a patient, calm, and creative individual, and I strive...

Jen G. says "Samantha has such a calm nature about her. My kids love being around her. She always shows up on time. She never cancels last min. She's very good about...

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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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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Jennifer K.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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Kailey R.

Reliable And Caring Nanny That Loves Kiddos And Helping Families

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi families! I am a former nanny who now works full-time as a Case Manager for a foster care support nonprofit. I babysit part-time. If you are looking for care, please send me a message. I have experience with kids of all ages, as well as kids with special needs and children with trauma. I am infant and adult CPR...

Mary B. says "Kailey was wonderful with our 4 month old son who was challenging because of separation anxiety and a sleep regression he's going through. She worked...

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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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Sneha R.

Hey There, Families!

Austin, TX

4.4(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 45 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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  • 320 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.18/hr as of November 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 232 reviews of the 320 listed special needs caregivers

Grace J.

Grace was amazing when my wife and I hired her. She took great care of Ashley and our dog when needed. She is very respectful, caring, and...

- Care member

Jesslyna O.

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

- 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.

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