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Babysitter/Nanny

Columbia, TN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I bring 8 years of experience in caregiving. As a former preschool teacher assistant, a babysitter and a nanny. I have developed strong caregiving skills and a deep understanding of the needs of children. I have experience for all ages 1-15 years old, as well as experience with children that have special needs! I am...

Care Member says "My boys absolutely love when Khia comes over to babysit! I love seeing their smiles in photos she’s sends me during her visits 🥰"

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Special Needs Is My Passion.

Columbia, TN

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Therapeutic behavioral special education assistant Sumner County Schools * Take behavioral data related to student behavior plans * Take instructional/academic data related to student achievement * Implemented lessons given by leading teacher * Assisted students in completing tasks both academic and behavioral * Performed...
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Experienced With Special Needs Available Part-Time And On Short Notice.

Columbia, TN

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Professional Nanny & Family Assistant With over 13 years of experience in private childcare, I have had the privilege of partnering with wonderful families who have become like my own. I'm passionate about helping households thrive - supporting parents, easing stress, and helping children grow into their full potential. I've...
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Lovely Teacher Nanny

Columbia, TN

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$30/hr
6 years experience
I have been a teacher and tutor for the last 6 years and loved it. Now I plan to continue my passion of serving families and children by babysitting and nannying full-time.
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Clarissa M.'s Photo

Columbia, TN

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am a program manager at a school for autism and work with people with a variety of special needs.
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Jennifer T.'s Photo

Columbia, TN

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Professional Nanny & Family Assistant With over 13 years of experience in private childcare, I have had the privilege of partnering with wonderful families who have become like my own. I'm passionate about helping households thrive - supporting parents, easing stress, and helping children grow into their full potential. I've...
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Tania P.'s Photo

Columbia, TN

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$30/hr
12 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Everyone deserves a patient and loving caregiver for their children when they are away or busy. As a mother of 3 young adults, eldest of 4 siblings, former in-home childcare provider, and as-needed sitter & nanny, I've dedicated myself to nurturing children and providing families with attentive and dependable care. My graduate...
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Ciara W.'s Photo

Columbia, TN

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a patient, compassionate caregiver with over 19 years of experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including supporting many families as well as raising my own children. I create a safe, structured, and encouraging environment where children feel comfortable and supported. I have experience working with...
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Raquel D.'s Photo

Columbia, TN

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name is Raquel, and I have 8+ years of experience working with children of different ages, from infants to school-aged children. I'm passionate about creating a safe, loving, and fun environment where children feel comfortable, supported, and cared for. My experience includes working as a daycare teacher, preschool...
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Emma M.'s Photo

Columbia, TN

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$25/hr
12 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Emma Joy, and I am an engaging and reliable nanny/babysitter. I have lots of experience with kids ranging from newborn to teenagers, including children with special needs. I have been a babysitter since I was in high school, and I also have experience working with kids at church, as an assistant dance teacher,...
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Anna W.'s Photo

Columbia, TN

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm a warm, nurturing caregiver with over 20 years of classroom and in-home experience and 36 units of Early Childhood Education. I help children feel safe, valued, and confident while building trusting relationships with families. Patient and calm, I guide children through big feelings with empathy, help them name emotions,...
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Jennifer T.'s Photo

Columbia, TN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Personal care
dementia
A little about me... Hello! My name is Jennifer and I moved to TN back in August 2016. I love working with families of special needs kiddos! It's near and dear to my heart as I have a Cousin and Aunt who both have special needs. I've worked in private nannying for the last 7 years and I have loved it! I spent three years with an...
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Conscious, Kind And Fun Nanny!

Spring Hill, TN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been a caregiver for over 10 years, working with both neurotypical and special needs children and adults. My approach is creative and holistic, with a focus on movement, play, and healthy routines. I have worked both privately and with an agency as a live-in caregiver, nanny and a yoga, swim and gymnastics instructor for...

Danielle T. says "Angelica is amazing. She is calm, caring, insightful, and a pure joy to be around. Who ever she applies to or is hired by is a lucky family"

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Nanny And Caregiver

Spring Hill, TN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Riley and I'm located in Spring Hill, TN. I graduated from Purdue Global with an associate's degree in early childhood development. I received my Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification in July of 2021. I am an extremely organized and punctual individual who absolutely loves and adores children. My...

Care Member says "Riley was kind, caring and punctual. Our daughter loved spending time with her!"

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Part-time Nanny Available.

Spring Hill, TN

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a young at heart, active grandmother with three grown children and 9 grandchildren. I am healthy and have no physical limitations. I moved to Tennessee from the Birmingham, Alabama area to be closer to my grandchildren. I have experience as a caregiver from overseeing the care of my mother, aunt and special needs cousin. I...

CJ W. says "We loved having her watch our little girl in our home. She was so caring, loving, and friendly to her and our entire family. We would hire her again 10x...

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Experienced Educator Available For Flexible Evening & Weekend Care

Spring Hill, TN

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Fostering a child's growth and development is my passion, and I am dedicated to making a positive impact on the families I support. With six years of professional experience, I offer a patient, calm, and creative approach to children of all ages. I am CPR Certified, and my background in Early Childhood and Special Needs...
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My Name Is Bruna, I Am 29 Years Old, I Am Brazilian And I Have A Psychologist Degree.

Spring Hill, TN

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hey there! I appreciate your time reading my description! I'd describe my personality as loyal, empathetic, creative and super fun! As a psychologist I love providing activities for different development stages. I am always at the zoo, library, museums, parks and other places that can help providing social and cognitive...
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Spring Hill, TN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
respite care
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Teena and I live in the greater Nashville area. I genuinely love helping and serving others! I am upbeat, honest, respectful, and a hard worker! Although my degree is in education, I have taken care of special needs children and adults for 20 years. Several being elderly. I would love the opportunity to help your...
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Angelica R.'s Photo

Spring Hill, TN

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've been a caregiver for over 10 years, working with both neurotypical and special needs children and adults. My approach is creative and holistic, with a focus on movement, play, and healthy routines. I have worked both privately and with an agency as a live-in caregiver, nanny and a yoga, swim and gymnastics instructor for...
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Riley F.'s Photo

Spring Hill, TN

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$20/hr
3 years experience
My prior career experience in caring for those with special needs includes working for Williamson County Schools as a Special Needs Teacher Assistant in an elementary school, caregiving for a young adult with special needs along with a seizure disorder, and homework help for a pre-teen with dyslexia and ADHD. I am also CPR, AED,...
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  • 59 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Columbia, TN

Special Needs Caregivers in Columbia, TN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 59 listed special needs caregivers

Khia M.

My boys absolutely love when Khia comes over to babysit! I love seeing their smiles in photos she’s sends me during her visits 🥰

- Care member

Angelica R.

Angelica is amazing. She is calm, caring, insightful, and a pure joy to be around. Who ever she applies to or is hired by is a lucky family

- Danielle T.

Riley F.

Riley was kind, caring and punctual. Our daughter loved spending time with her!

- Care member

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