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Stacie C.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 8 families in your area

Travel

craft assistance

meal prep

carpooling

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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Chloe O.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

3 years experience

Meal prep

craft assistance

swimming supervision

light cleaning

carpooling

+ 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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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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Bridgette I.

Part-time Babysitter/tutor

Austin, TX

4.8(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 45 families in your area

Travel

light cleaning

swimming supervision

craft assistance

meal prep

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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Noelle S.

Child Care Home Assistant

Austin, TX

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Light cleaning

swimming supervision

craft assistance

meal prep

Hello! My name is Noelle! I have 10+ years of of experience in the childcare field, including but not limited to professional nannying and a position as a Teacher's Aide. I also have extensive experience with special needs as I was a caretaker for adults with autism for over 3 years. My passion is caring for others but I...

Care Member says "Noelle was great with our 15 month old son. We will absolutely be using her again! "

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Brianna H.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

Craft assistance

travel

carpooling

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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Cristina F.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 8 families in your area

Craft assistance

light cleaning

carpooling

grocery shopping

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 :)"

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...

Amy W.

nanny

Austin, TX

5.0(1)

from: $45/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

grocery shopping

travel

meal prep

carpooling

+ 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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Sneha R.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Live-in home care

respite care

dementia

personal care

Hello! I am looking for a wonderful family to work with. I am 19 years old (currently in college) looking to share my knowledge, creativeness, and love with seniors. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I also have experience in caring for children with special needs and seniors with debilitating neurodegenerative diseases....

Melissa D. says "Sneha is a delightful person to work with. We had great communication before the job. She planned to be early just in case there were any hiccups. She...

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Julie B.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Personal care

dementia

respite care

meal prep

companionship

+ 1 more

AVAILABILITY: Flexible time to help your loved one! Great as backup or Sub.. My past work experience includes many years in a hospital environment (1984 through 1998), child care director (1998 through 2006), special needs support for adults on the spectrum (2006 through 2020), senior care support/management (2017 through the...

Care Member says "Julie was a great caregiver for our elderly mom. She is very thoughtful and kind and always “went the extra mile“ in trying to make our mom comfortable...

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Widdienne D.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

errands

respite care

live-in home care

dementia

+ 1 more

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 elderly, and those with special needs providing care for conditions such as stroke recovery, autism, , dementia, and post-surgical...

Lisa M. says "Widdienne is very thoughtful and hardworking. She took excellent care of my daughter with special needs. We love her and I highly recommend her."

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Darlene T.

Special Needs Provider

Austin, TX

from: $15/hr

5 years experience

I love to help people who have limitations. I have had home health aide experience and have also worked in an adult home. I am willing to learn and to be an extension of arms and legs for someone who may not be able to use theirs.

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Grace F.

Part Time Caregiver For Special Needs Children

Austin, TX

from: $15/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I've been caring for children with special needs, specifically autism, since I was 14 years old. My younger sister was diagnosed with high functioning autism when I was 14 and she was 5. Since then I've become an advocate for people with autism, and I even decided to make caring for children with special needs a career. I'm...

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Kayla B.

Special Needs Caregiver

Austin, TX

from: $15/hr

I volunteered in a special needs Physical Education course during school. I have also babysat for special needs children.

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Kendel K.

Special Needs

Austin, TX

from: $20/hr

3 years experience

Passionate advocate and caregiver for individuals with special needs, I bring plenty of experience from providing respite care and dayhab services. As a former president of a college club promoting inclusion, I'm committed to creating supportive environments where adults with special needs can thrive. With a heart full of...

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Melissa L.

Part-time Caregiver- Special Needs

Austin, TX

from: $15/hr

2 years experience

I have worked with kids with Autism and other developmental disabilities for over two years, both in Austin and Nicaragua. I have been a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) since October 2021. I am passionate about learning everyday from the kiddos I work with and love helping them become the best version of themselves.

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Carmen W.

Caring Provider For Special Needs : Available Full and Part Time

Austin, TX

from: $10/hr

5 years experience

Most of my experience has been caring for the elderly population, which I enjoy. I am familiar with many diagnosis, and that that I am not familiar with, I am willing to learn and apply the knowledge that I gain.

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Iesha W.

Nanny For Families With Special Needs

Austin, TX

from: $15/hr

2 years experience

I have two years experience working with special needs children as a FT Instructional Assistant helping with positive behavioral supports, crisis intervention, and using PECS, AT devices, etc. I also worked occasionally as a sitter for families with special needs children.

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Sneha R.

Special Needs Caregiver

Austin, TX

from: $10/hr

1 year experience

Last year, I began caring for children with special needs. I am experienced with children who have Autism, Down-syndrome, physical difficulties and emotional and behavioral difficulties. I am experienced in this area because my internship requires me to work with children with special needs and it has been blissful. I am a...

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284 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of June 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 110 reviews of the 284 listed special needs caregivers

Stacie C.

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...

- Caroline D.

Chloe O.

Chloe is absolutely amazing!! We will definitely be hiring her again and again and again! You will not be disappointed hiring Chloe as a...

- Rylie B.

Brenda M.

We hired Brenda for a short-term childcare need. We found Brenda to be reliable, professional, and very respectful to our home and...

- Jason N.

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