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Juan G.

I Am An Empathetic And Responsible Person

Grand Prairie, TX

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

1 year experience

Hospice services

respite care

personal care

Hello my name is Juan , I am married and I have a 6 years old son. I completed my nursing degree in 2021 in Mexico from UJED (Universidad Juarez del Estado de Durango), I am 25 years old and I have one year of experience working at a hospital. I consider myself a person with family values. While working at the hospital I...

Kurt F. says "Juan was exactly what we were looking for. He is efficient with his work. He managed to establish a friendship/working relationship with my father very...

Abi S.

Dallas, TX

5.0(1)

from: $16/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hi there! I am a part time college student online. I have 9+ years of childcare experience and I have my own form of transportation. I do not smoke or drink. I would also be willing to take a drug test if you'd like! I am an honest, responsible person who adapts well and thrives in new environments. I have worked with a few kids...

Latonya F. says "Abi was GREAT and SO patient! We had a party and one of our service providers had to bring her two kids at the last minute. The little boy was VERY...

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Michelle H.

Experienced In Respite And Rehabilitation For Children W/ Autism And Child Care

Grand Prairie, TX

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

**Currently unavailable for work** I worked for roughly 5 years as a Respite & Habilitation Provider and ABA provider where I worked with children ages 4-22 with autism and other intellectual disabilities. I am experienced in carrying out Individual Support/Education Plans (ISPs/IEPs) created by client families and healthcare...

Care Member says "For starters, Michelle is very dependable and reliable, which seems to be a rarity these days. She was very sweet and patient with my son, and is just a...

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Sara S.

Dallas, TX

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Craft assistance

travel

swimming supervision

Hello! I have always had a deep passion for working with kids and also have 10+ years experience working with kids with special needs. I am an outgoing, passionate, and caring person looking for families in need of date night or weekend help.

Felicia F. says "I instantly liked Sara. She is honest, super friendly, and she clearly loves kids."

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Riane F.

Arlington, TX

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

5 years experience

I have worked with several families with autistic children and I am passionate about helping them to communicate.

Kristin B. says "Really liked Riane and think she would make a great nanny."

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Barbara B.

Midlothian, TX

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I am a Registered Nurse looking to provide one one one care to special needs children. I have worked in Pediatric Home Health as well as in the education system teaching Juniors at Bryan High School. I was a Director of Nursing for 6 years.

Pat B. says "Barbara is a delight! She CARES, and it shows! She is highly detailed and versatile. I'm recovering from arm surgery, and I only wish I had found her sooner!...

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Vilma D.

Grand Prairie, TX

4.8(1)

from: $20/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 43 families in your area

Carpooling

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

I'm Vilma, I live in grand prairie tx, I can go to Mansfield Irving Dallas cedar Hill Arlington duncanville fort Worth and more... I have experience of 7 years working with kids . infants, toddler, preschool elementary, special needs(autism). I HAVE GOOD REFERENCES I work at grand prairie ISD( assistant teacher) I worked...

Care Member says "Very nice, quick to respond and on time"

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Stacey A.

Arlington, TX

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 17 families in your area

Grocery shopping

meal prep

light cleaning

Hello! My name is Stacey, I am currently a RN located near Arlington. I currently work at a pediatric home health company for special needs children part time. I have provided caregiving services to families all around dfw for 6 years now which allowed me to get through nursing school. I currently have availability for a full...

Jeremy N. says "Stacey came and babysat for us for a night out. Our kids loved her and were talking about her later. She was very professional, punctual. Really enjoyed...

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Brandy B.

Profile for Child Care

Arlington, TX

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

Hello, my name is Brandy. I am 34 and live in South Arlington. I have 20+ years of child care experience starting from my early teenage years until present. My family owned a child care center for many years, and this is where my child care experience really started. I spent many of my afternoons and summers as a teaching...

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Bailey R.

Dallas, TX

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Carpooling

meal prep

travel

light cleaning

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hi! My name is Bailey and I have grown up living in the DFW area. I graduated college in 2023 with my bachelors degree in public relations with a minor in communication studies from Texas State University. I have a clean driving record, flexible hours, and negotiable hourly rate. I'm willing to do overnight care, errands, and...

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Keandrea H.

Part-time Caregiver

Arlington, TX

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

light cleaning

Hi! with over 16 years of experience working with children and children with special needs in various settings and 8 years in the ABA field. I love what I do and providing services to families. I would like to extend my services for families to afternoon and weekend care for your sweet babies. Looking forward to connecting...

Janay M. says "Keandrea is such a sweet person. When my husband and I interviewed her we immediately knew we were comfortable with her taking care of our one year old...

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Brandy B.

Nanny Profile

Arlington, TX

4.8(1)

from: $40/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 14 families in your area

Carpooling

meal prep

travel

light cleaning

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hello! I'm Ms. Brandy a career nanny with 30+ years of experience specializing in caring for twins/triplets as well as singletons. I have extensive experience with multiples and singletons from newborn to middle school age including premature infants and special needs. I've worked long term with several of my families for...

Care Member says "Brandy has watched my two boys (3.5 years and 7 months) a few times now and each time has been amazing! They’re both so happy with her and my three year...

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Brian O.

Brian

Dallas, TX

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

5 years experience

About me: I am 25 years old and am currently attending college. All my classes are online, therefore school never interferes with my work schedule. My favorite hobbies are working out, eating healthy, going hiking, walking around the city, and T. V if I ever get time. I am 6'2 and consider myself strong. I have worked with...

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Janita R.

Love Working with Special Needs Children

Balch Springs, TX

3.5(1)

from: $18/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Hi I have worked with childrens from newborn too teens. I am also CNA certified I love children, adults , babies. I also have experience with g- tube feeding administering medication through the g-tube I have been in the healthcare field ove 15 years I love my job I enjoy taking care of families love ones needs and putting a...

Maria M. says "Could not hire her because she had other responsibilities for the days I needed her. But loved her professionalism and honesty."

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Ocean L.

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Seagoville, TX

5.0(1)

from: $16/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

light cleaning

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

meal prep

+ 1 more

Hi! My name is Ocean but I go by Zan. I have been a full time nanny for 4 years now and I've worked as a lifeguard during the summers for 3 years. I am transgender, female to male. I am open about this because I would like to find a position where I dont have to hide who I am. I have expired working with all ages of kiddos NB-...

Care Member says "I liked me and Ocean’s open communication. I felt like she actually listened to what I wanted and knew I’d listen to her. My kids experience things I...

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Latoya W.

Part-Time

Grand Prairie, TX

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I'm Latoya, a certified nursing assistant with 19 years of experience with CPR. I have an associate degree and certificate in job skill training. I have over 19 years of experience working with special needs children and adults. I have worked as a teacher assistant at Fort Worth Independent School District and daycare, working...

Gwendolyn W. says "Latoya was a pleasure to have to help for my medical needs. Her knowledge of dealing with my disability is quite deep. Providing definitive medical...

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Terranda L.

Grand Prairie, TX

5.0(0)

from: $24/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with extensive experience providing in-home care and support to children and adults with special needs. I have worked with several families, assisting individuals with a variety of developmental and physical disabilities, including cerebral palsy and autism. I am passionate about...

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Bria S.

Wilmer, TX

4.0(0)

from: $15/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have been teaching since age 14 . I'm great with kids and I know how it is to have a child with special requirements . I have a child of my own who is non verbal Autistic.

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Greta P.

Part-time Caregiver

Waxahachie, TX

5.0(0)

from: $8/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have worked with individuals with disabilities since 2009. I worked at an MHMR group home and am earning my degree in All-Level Special Education. I student teach in Special Education and graduate in May.

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Doris D.

Activity Sitters

Dallas, TX

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

*A minimum 4-hour pay is required. I will decline the booking if not for 4hrs or more. * Hello, If you're looking for something more than a sitter who will not watch TV or use their phone, I'd like to introduce myself. I've cared for newborns, children, and adults for over 10 yrs. I have a master's degree in counseling, and...

Jen D. says "Doris is AMAZING! She is very kind and wanted to understand every detail that my son required. I had total peace of mind knowing Doris was caring for my...

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of July 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Desoto, TX

Special Needs Caregivers in Desoto, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Juan G.

Juan was exactly what we were looking for. He is efficient with his work. He managed to establish a friendship/working relationship with my...

- Kurt F.

Abi S.

Abi was GREAT and SO patient! We had a party and one of our service providers had to bring her two kids at the last minute. The little boy...

- Latonya F.

Michelle H.

For starters, Michelle is very dependable and reliable, which seems to be a rarity these days. She was very sweet and patient with my son,...

- Care member

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