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Rachel T.

Full-Time Nanny And Caregiver Available

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Rachel and I'm looking forward to finding a family to help out during the summer. Before moving to Texas for graduate school, I was a full-time nanny for a family of 5 (ages 3 months-12 years). I am a music education business owner and work with school districts during the school year, which leaves my summers free to...

Joyce W. says "He has some experience with kids with Aspergers."

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Jessica I.

Fun Empty Nest Mom

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I'm a single parent empty nester looking for some new fun friends. My career as a film & tv makeup artist has been put on hold by double strikes and am looking for some engaging thoughtful income in the meantime. Love kids of all ages and am a huge...

Care Member says "Jessica is so great with kids! She has this fantastic ability to connect with them on their level, which she does in her uniquely playful and...

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Benina G.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
A little bit about me, I am very creative and friendly! I love making art and making people smile. I take pride in paying attention to details. I truly enjoy organizing, cleaning, and taking good care of people. Looking to care for kiddos of all ages! In the past, I have worked with all ages ranging from newborn to 14. I have...

Sherie A. says "I have known Nina for a very long time. I use her whenever I can. And she is so dependable and trust worthy that I even have her house sit for me while...

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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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Nevaeh B.

Austin, TX

4.4(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi, I'm Nevaeh, I'm originally from california but moved here with family a few years back. I graduated high school 2021 in Round rock. I spend most of my time with my family or finding new restaurants in austin to try. I've been babysitting since I was 14 (unpaid) for family, but paid since 2019 and have been taking it more...

Care Member says "Nevaeh was wonderful! Our son (6) and daughter (10) had a great time and asked to have her back the next time we need a babysitter. Thank you, Nevaeh!"

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Ashley A.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! My name is Ashley. I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. I've worked as a camp counselor, a lead teacher in a preschool, & substitute teacher in both elementary, middle & high school. I have all of my clearances up to date which I can present to any families I'm employed by. I am certified CPR and first...

Chynna U. says "Ashley is wonderful! We have been using her for months now regularly and could not be happier. Our nearly one year old son now loves her and gets so...

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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
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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Amy W.

nanny

Austin, TX

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

Senior Support

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
respite care
meal prep
personal care
dementia
+ 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
Light cleaning
respite care
live-in home care
meal prep
errands
+ 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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Sneha R.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
live-in home care
dementia
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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Cherie H.

Loving And Patient Person To Care For Your Loved One.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Personal care
dementia
companionship
I absolutely adore being around elders and helping them. I'd just say it's in my nature to care for people of all ages but especially the elderly. I use to be a hair dressers many years ago and would actually go to my elderly clients homes and help with chores bathing and cleaning. I am also the mother of a 27-year-old special...

Ezra C. says "Beyond grateful to have an opportunity to work with Cherie. She has a wonderful personality, dependable, caring, and ready to help when needed. ***...

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Tiffany H.

Patient Care Technician And Residential Trainer

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Errands
live-in home care
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! My previous work: St. David's South as a Patient Care Technician; I worked very hard :) I also worked at Marbridge Community as a Resident Trainer. Recently, I just finished 3 years of taking care of a quadriplegic man in his home. And presently I work with a wonderfully sweet woman in her home. I genuinely...

Taylor S. says "Tiffany was wonderful with my father who has an acquired brain injury. She helped keep his home well maintained, his clothes fresh, and went above and...

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Mollie N.

Full Time Special Need Nanny

Austin, TX

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...
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Lorena R.

Special Needs Care

Austin, TX

from
$30/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Lorena I am a senior in college graduating in May with a Special Education Major. I currently internship at a children's Therapy center, and I home school kids with Special needs. I have lots of experience with Special needs students! I have attended summer camps, projects for Special need college students,...
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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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Leticia O.

SDA Loving And Caring Specials Needs S-F 24/7 P/T OCCASIONAL

Austin, TX

from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Austin TX I'm available to help 24/7 f/t p/t live-in Non smoker, single, no grown children my name is Leticia O. 46 yrs, speak English and Spanish I'm interested in/for a long term. For your sweet, unforgettable family, I am a loving caring person who enjoys interacting with children. I am a mother of 7 children and a...
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Trisha F.

Experienced With Special Needs Kids And Will Provide Great Care!

Austin, TX

2.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Special needs teacher at Austin charter school. Worked/volunteered at a day program for special needs youth and adults. Also am an in-home caretaker for many families with a variety of special needs, behavioral to medical needs. Dealt with many different diagnoses, know how to give meds or preform Gtube feedings. I am also a...
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Kimberly P.

Special Needs Sitter/tutor

Austin, TX

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Enthusiastic Nanny/Educator 10+years experience working with children 3mos-to 18 years. Committed to treating your children like the precious gifts they are and helping them grow into capable adults. I have worked in Montessori and public education. Comfortable working in UHNW environment. 5+ years experience with neurodivergent...
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Jennifer R.

Special Needs

Austin, TX

from
$30/hr
My sister has both Asperger's and autism, so I have personal, firsthand experience supporting someone on the spectrum. Growing up, I developed a deep sense of empathy, patience, and understanding of neurodiverse needs. I'm comfortable with sensory sensitivities, communication differences, and providing a calm, structured...
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  • 313 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.32/hr as of August 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 255 reviews of the 313 listed special needs caregivers

Rachel T.

He has some experience with kids with Aspergers.

- Joyce W.

Jessica I.

Jessica is so great with kids! She has this fantastic ability to connect with them on their level, which she does in her uniquely playful...

- Care member

Benina G.

I have known Nina for a very long time. I use her whenever I can. And she is so dependable and trust worthy that I even have her house sit...

- Sherie A.

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