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Luisiana D.

Full Time Nanny Available

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello parents, I am Luisiana but you can call me Lusi. I'm 22 years old, bilingual (first language being Spanish). I started babysitting for a couple families 5 years ago, I have worked with ages starting from 3 months old to 12 years old and also watched 1 special needs child. My last two long term families have been two 5...

Care Member says "Lusi was wonderful! The girls loved her and had a great time my oldest was asking for her to come back."

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Krystin W.

Newborn Care Specialist

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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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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Jennifer K.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Ahnissa W.

Highly Experienced, Nurturing Nanny

Austin, TX

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 33 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a nurturing, creative, and responsible childcare provider with over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for childcare began as a summer camp intern at the YMCA where I fell in love with childcare. I have been a nanny to many families, a sitter, and a caregiver for special needs, patients with...

Tess G. says "Ahnissa is amazing! It is the best when my kids are pushing me out the door because they are so excited to hang out with Ahnissa. Makes me happy to know...

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Brooke T.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have a degree elementary education from Texas State. I had interned in Austin ISD, Hays ISD, New Braunfels ISD, and San Marcos ISD. Worked with children of all ages. I also was a caregiver at my church for ages 2 and below. Before that, I've babysat children from a verity of ages and also children with special needs. Because I...

Tamara P. says "Brooke has been a great caregiver to our daughter, who is almost three years old. Without asking, Brooke always brings age-appropriate crafts and...

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Renee W.

Creative Caregiver With 20+ Years Of Experience

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have over 20 years of childcare experience, five of which were spent as a supervisor for the Parks . I'm skilled in working with newborns, toddlers, multiples, k-12, illness, children with special needs, food allergies, learning disabilities, unique arrangements, and tutoring. Every family is different, and I believe that...

Care Member says "She was extremely helpful and willing to come over with little notice, made me and my family feel a lot better about the pressures that come with...

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Amarantha R.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
Hello! I'm a licensed professional counselor associate with a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, currently working in the mental health field. I have over 5 years of experience working with children, including those with special needs, through my previous role as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at an...

Ursula M. says "She is super responsible and somehow managed to get the kids in bed on time better than I would have done, yet the girls still always request her, even if...

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Brianna H.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Jorie H.

23 Year Old Nursing Student With Extensive Childcare Experience Looking For Flexible Work.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello families! I am an emphatic, creative, detail-oriented neonatal ICU nurse at St. David's, looking to pick up occasional one time jobs in my free time whenever my varying schedule allows :) My education includes a Bachelor's in the Science of Nursing from Baylor, Bachelors in Health Science, and a Minor in Human...

Josey S. says "Jorie is an incredible sitter. She is patient, kind and creative. She would engage my kids in fun games or crafts and I always knew they were in good...

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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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Abby F.

Fun, Responsible, Experienced Nanny!

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi y'all, a little about me, I've been babysitting/nannying since I was 11 years old and for as long as I can remember have loved children! I have experience with all ages from newborns to teenagers, as well as experience with special needs children (specifically autism). I also have experience in multiple private schools...

Care Member says "Abby was awesome with our 5 month old daughter! She visited over a series of weeks while I prepared to return to work. Abby was friendly, prompt, and...

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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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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
grocery shopping
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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Kimberly C.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
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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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
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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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Brie G.

Former Preschool Teacher

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Samantha D.

Certified Lead Teacher

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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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Jessica H.

Professional Nanny 10+ Experience

Austin, TX

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, my name is Jessica. I have been in this role for 16 years and worked with familes over the cross of 3 different continents! I am a passionate and proactive career nanny/private educator. I truly care about every life I touch and hope I can help your family succeed. "Jessica is from Austin, TX where her reputation as a...

Zeina E. says "Jess is great. She was with us for many years and has become a part of our family. The children consider her a friend. "

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Jenica B.

Professional Nanny

Austin, TX

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Over the last decade, I have been privileged to serve as a professional nanny, accumulating extensive expertise in caring for children spanning from newborns to 14-year-olds, including those with special needs and disabilities. For the past four years, I have dedicated myself to a full-time role with a family blessed with seven...

Care Member says "Jenica has been an indispensable member of our family for the past four years, serving as a childcare engineer with unparalleled dedication and...

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  • 342 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.71/hr as of June 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 336 reviews of the 343 listed special needs caregivers

Luisiana D.

Lusi was wonderful! The girls loved her and had a great time my oldest was asking for her to come back.

- Care member

Krystin W.

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

- Rick C.

Kendra B.

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...

- Care member

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