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Julie S.

Donna, TX

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Julie. I worked along side people with special needs for 3+yrs. We did a variety of programs and activities with our clients. Range of motion, Speech, ADLs, Behavioral management, Special interest
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Deyra C.

Certified Special Education Teacher

Pharr, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Deyra. I've been an educator for 7 years (4 teaching Special Needs) and have worked with students of different ages. Love to be creative with kids and do lots of arts and crafts. I can also assist with homework or homeschool work. Willing to take children to parks, museums, zoo, aquariums or any other...

Quinton C. says "Deyra was amazing with my son. I appreciate her going above and beyond to come in early and I appreciate how she kept me updated through out the time she...

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Dawn S.

Professional Caretaker/ Caregiver

Pharr, TX

5.0(1)
from
$39/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Traveling Nurse-aid, personal assistant. Passport in hand. Thank you for choosing me. I truly enjoy meeting all of you and the awesome experiences. 30+ years working with youth, teens and adults. CPR/ BLS/ CNA. EDUCATION: Associates Degree, General Studies, 1 year Nursing major with nursing internships (LPN level,...

Taylor J. says "I hired Dawn to help me with morning care while traveling in Park City. She was wonderful and I would highly recommend her for anyone's care giving needs....

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Karis C.

Fun Caring Sitter With A Love For Kids

Pharr, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am Red Cross CPR and First Aid certified. I am able to handle multiple children with no problem, as well as accommodate to special needs. I have experience with children aged 0 to 13 and love all ages. Some of my skills include cooking, cleaning, laundry, and other household chores. I have my own transportation and am able to...

Alyssa K. says "My son immediately asked for Karis to come back the moment that she left! She was responsible, communicative, prompt and very sweet with our son & our...

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Graciela J.

Pharr, TX

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 20 years in the field, I'm passionate about supporting families and ensuring a reliable and enriching care option for their children. My patient and calm demeanor, combined with my creative and imaginative approach, allows me to connect with children on a meaningful level. I...

Care Member says " We have had a great experience with Ms. Gracie! She is everything you could want in a babysitter: kind, patient, and responsible. From the moment we...

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Maida O.

Weslaco, TX

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I work with kids of all ages I am very flexible with my schedule and have lots of experience with kids firsthand . I have a 3-year-old of my own and have volunteered working with special needs. My hourly rates are also flexible and I...
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Celestia H.

Celestia

Pharr, TX

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$22/hr
1 year experience
I have a younger sister who has autism do I complete understand how the needs work. She also has speech delay and my mama would leave her to me when she needed a mental break. She is now talking in full sentences, she still struggles with some things. But I would be more than honored to help and provide my services for whatever...
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Miranda G.

Mercedes, TX

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$15/hr
Hello! I've had a few experiences with taking care of 1 child on the spectrum and it was a great experience. I did pick up and drop off at appointments and speech practice, Meal prep, and I helped with baths and hygiene
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Loraine C.

Part-time Care Giver

McAllen, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Transportation
companionship
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I enjoy reading, cooking and having conversations. I am very patient and get along great with all types of personalities. I have good instinct on what people's needs are. I don't scare easily and keep calm in high pressure situations. I am firm but kind. I will be honest about not having experience in senior care. Although I...

Eric B. says "I hired Loraine to take my 82 year old mother to her doctors appointment. My mother has trouble walking and needs wheelchair assistance. Loraine did a great...

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Fidela M.

Elsa, TX

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I have 7 years of experience. I have worked with my loved ones, & elderly people. I have my Certified Nursing Assistant Trained Certificate. I can pass a background check and drug test. As well as a reference letter with previous employment. I'm very caring, trustworthy, and punctual. Thank you.
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Natalia T.

I Would Love To Work With You And Take Care Of Your Little Ones!

Mission, TX

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Natalia (age: 24) l'm currently working part time right now as a nanny. I have years of experience taking care of kids of all ages and circumstances. I do have a car if transportation is needed. I have experience with special needs & medically fragile babies/children. I have worked with many children in many...

Care Member says "Natalia was so good at creating and keeping our 1 year old on a schedule while she was our sitter. She was creative and was a great communicator. She...

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Chelsea D.

Edinburg, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Chelsea and I'm from Chicago. I'm a private teacher/professional career nanny and have 15+ years experience with ages newborn to 13 years old. My graduate degrees are in Early Childhood Education and Child Psychology. I am CPR certified and NCS (newborn care specialist) certified through the International Nanny...

Laila R. says "Great nanny! We hired her to tutor our son before he was able to start kindergarten and he got the best head start education! We could have gone the...

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Karime S.

Edinburg, TX

4.5(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Karime and I am available if you need a babysitter occasionally or reoccurring. I have over 4 years of experience in taking care of children between the ages of 1 - 16 years old as well as children with special needs. I am fun, responsible, trustworthy and creative! I love to play card games, board games,...

Viviana R. says "I have a 10 year old,8 year old & 5 month old. Karime babysat for me on a date night. She conversed with the girls & about school and interacted with...

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Izaura L.

Izaura L.

Edcouch, TX

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
Hi! My name is Izaura and I'm a 23-year-old student. I have gotten my CPR and phlebotomy certification. I am a very patient and kind person. I have worked with elderly people and sometimes there's similarities because they struggle with things other find simple. I am a fast learner and I'm good at following directions if I have...

Mara W. says "We feel very blessed to know Izzy and that she was able to help us with care for our two sons. She is kind, caring and great with kids!"

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Mary D.

Caregiver Available

Edinburg, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is MaryBeth, and I'm a 29-year-old childcare professional with a lifelong passion for working with children. I bring a warm, energetic, and dependable presence to every family I work with, and I strive to create a joyful, safe, and nurturing environment for the children in my care. I have extensive experience with...

Sarah H. says "Mary has helped with my 2.5 YO son since he was a few weeks old! She is absolutely wonderful. She's very flexible and has always done exactly as I asked-...

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Miranda S.

Part-Time Babysitter

McAllen, TX

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm 22 years old and attended The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. I graduated in May 2021 with a degree in Biomedical Sciences and a minor in Medical Spanish. I hope to pursue a career in medicine as a physician. I'm currently taking a gap year while I prepare to apply to medical school this upcoming May. I regularly...

Eluterio B. says "Had a phone interview on time then she arrived promptly on time. Miranda was extremely friendly and approachable to our kids and was very easy-going....

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Laura R.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

McAllen, TX

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a nurse with experience in caring for special needs children. I will do light housework and care for pets. Will not accept requests for less than $30/hr. Only available Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (these are my days off from regular full time job). Rate is to compensate for working on off days.
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Natalia T.

Mission, TX

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Hi my name is Natalia (age: 24) l'm currently working part time right now as a nanny. I have years of experience taking care of kids of all ages and circumstances. I do have a car if transportation is needed. I have experience with special needs & medically fragile babies/children. I have worked with many children in many...
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Alexia A.

Mission, TX

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Alexia, your go-to babysitter with heart, energy, and experience. With over 3 years of experience working with children as a temporary teacher, I've developed a deep understanding of child development, patience, and how to make learning fun. I've had the privilege of working with kids of all ages, including those with...
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Sandra D.

Mission, TX

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, I'm a professional certified teacher with 20 years experience in the field . Throughout my career I worked with special needs students and regular children too. I cared for them and always taught with love and patience. I really enjoyed teaching, especially when the students showed enthusiasm for each activity we were...
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  • 30 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in Donna, TX are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 30 listed special needs caregivers

Deyra C.

Deyra was amazing with my son. I appreciate her going above and beyond to come in early and I appreciate how she kept me updated through out...

- Quinton C.

Dawn S.

I hired Dawn to help me with morning care while traveling in Park City. She was wonderful and I would highly recommend her for anyone's care...

- Taylor J.

Karis C.

My son immediately asked for Karis to come back the moment that she left! She was responsible, communicative, prompt and very sweet with our...

- Alyssa K.

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