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Find special needs caregivers in Fairfield, AL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Fairfield, AL

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 20 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Fairfield, AL

Anna covered after school for us. She was always on time, responsible and fun. I'd definitely hire her again!

Review for Anna P. by Virginia L.

Belinda has been a joy to work with. I hired her to be a part-time nanny for my 2-year old while I worked from home. My son, who is normally…

Review for Belinda W. by Candace E.

I met Jane when I became one of the nurse's at a facility where she works. Jane is always on time and very dependable. She is one that…

Review for Jane G. by Andrea S.

Special needs caregivers in Fairfield, AL

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Raquel L.


Birmingham, AL

$18/hr • 6 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Raquel, and I have over five years of paid experience working with children. I've had the pleasure of working with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old, including those with special needs. I am CPR, first aid, and seizure certified. My key strengths include creating a safe environment, where children...
Raquel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello, I have experience working with different types of special needs including visual impaired students, Adhd, and developmentally delayed children. Special needs children are my favorite to work with because I find them to be the sweetest and most observant and intelligent children to be around.
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Anna P.


Pelham, AL

$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Anna, I am 26 years old. I'm currently taking a break from the University of Alabama for a degree in social work. I have experience with special needs through my little brother who has prader wili, mentoring through college, and babysitting. I have also volunteered at two local elementary schools in 2nd grade classes and...
5.0
"Anna covered after school for us. She was always on time, responsible and fun. I'd definitely hire her again!"

Virginia L.

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Belinda W.


Birmingham, AL

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

4.0

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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I have been a foster parent for over 17 years. I worked in nurseries, school systems, the YMCA, and children church. I have worked with children with disabilities such as ADHD, OD, and special needs. I have worked with Care. com for over 10 years. Worked with a family of two ages 3 month to 3 years old for 3years until family...
Belinda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Belinda has been a joy to work with. I hired her to be a part-time nanny for my 2-year old while I worked from home. My son, who is normally shy with strangers, was hugging her within minutes of meeting her. She has been great with him, even coming up with ideas of...

Candace E.

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Jane G.


Helena, AL

$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

It is an opportunity to ease the life of those in need, to offer much needed comfort. To also offer support to the entire family. As a compassionate person it is highly rewarding to see the improvement and positive progress of a special needs person. The challenges are worthy the satisfaction of seeing the positive outcome of my...
5.0
"I have known Jane for over 15 years. She has over 5 years experience in care giving. She pays attention to detail and very dependable. "

Robinson M.

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Tamara A.


Quinton, AL

$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked for help at home which was Lutheran social services prior to that I've worked with many different clients ranging from dementia and Parkinson's disease along with special need children I've worked for over 12 years
Tamara can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"A joy to have around. Does the little things that count."

Robert And Susan F.

I have three years of experience with children on the Autism Spectrum. I enjoy finding new ways to help them happily navigate through life. I am also a student at The University of Montevallo studying Family and Consumer Sciences with a concentration in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been fortunate enough to work...
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Julie S.


Birmingham, AL

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love young children. Since moving back to Birmingham 7 years ago I became the lead infant teacher at a daycare in Vestavia. I was there for 3 years. I then became a nanny for a dentist. My family resided in Columbus, Ga for 13 years prior to my husband's job relocation here. I was a pre-K paraprofessional in a special needs...
Julie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Julie was great with my toddler son. She has great energy and confidence. My son was at ease quickly with her and I would highly recommend Julie to any of my parent friends in a heartbeat. "

Kassie Y.

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Esther M.


Alabaster, AL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

part-time care giver available

Am kind, loving and compasionate. I'm also dependable and consistent in what I do. Providing excellent care is what I strive to.
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Grace H.


Pelham, AL

$13-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Previous Daycare Worker

I have worked with my stepmom for years. I have experience with special needs kids, young kids and babies, and even experience with babies exposed to drugs while in the womb.
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

4.0
"She worked with my autistic 3 year old as well as my newborn. She is able to juggle tasks effectively and is great with kids. She seems to truly love kids. She is an amazing nanny/daycare worker!"

Leonard W.

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Mary K.


Leeds, AL

$10-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

Over 10 years of childcare experience from babies to teens. CPR and first aid certified. Experience working with special needs children
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Joyce C.


Birmingham, AL

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Honest, Dependable, Oozing With Kindness

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home health Care. Specializing in Special needs Childcare and Seniors with Dementia redirecting, and patience is a key factor in caring for our Children and our Seniors.
Joyce can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Courtney L.


Alabaster, AL

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have a teaching degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. My degree is in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I have coached kids of all ages and have played sports my whole life. I work with special needs kids currently at Helena Middle School. I have also worked with kids that have anger issues. I love...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Alecia S.


Birmingham, AL

$8-22/hr

Loving, Compassionate Caregiver

My name is Alecia and I've been a nanny/caregiver in the Birmingham area for 30 years. My experience has been with babies, elderly and special needs. I've taken care of a dementia patient in my home as well as my grandmother who had Alzheimer's. My love for older people has been a great blessing in my life. I'm caring,...
Alecia can also help with: Respite care, dementia, errands, meal prep, transportation
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Mildred T.


Birmingham, AL

$35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello, I have been working with both typically developing children and children with special needs since 2019. I earned my clinical doctorate in 2024. At my full time job I work with patients from birth to 21-years of age. I am searching for work on the weekends.
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Tamara A.


Quinton, AL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver/ Nanny . Looking For Full/ Part Time For The Summer.

Worked with wide range of ages from toddlers to high school (special education). For over 30 years. My jobs have been at KCSEC and multiple school districts in my area. My evaluations have always been above and beyond the performance levels required. Prior to this I've worked with infants on up in age . I have a lifetime of...
I'm beyond in love with helping people who need an extra hand, or just a companion! Serving is a huge passion of mine which makes these opportunities perfect! Always willing to learn and grow!
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Camden S.


Birmingham, AL

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Child care

I'm a childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. I've spent the last six years caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to preteens, and I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly...
Camden can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Belinda W.


Birmingham, AL

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a foster parent and worked with special needs children as well as therapeutic children with ADHD, OD, etc. Tutored in the inner school system with reading and Math. I also worked with the YMCA.

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Ratings for Fairfield, AL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Fairfield, AL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.