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Jennifer T.

Experienced With Special Needs Available Part-Time And On Short Notice.

Franklin, TN

5.0(1)
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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...

Nikki S. says "Jennifer started out working with our son who has severe developmental delays (he does not talk, walk or eat). She cared for him with great love and I...

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Part Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Franklin, TN

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have a passion to care for people of all ages. My gifts and passion are especially for people that have special needs.
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Part Time Nanny With Vast Experience In Special Needs And Early Childhood

Franklin, TN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a retired Special Ed Teacher Assistant who worked full-time at a middle school for over 25 years. I am the mother of four grown children. My youngest son is an adult with special needs. I have experience with seizures and multiple diagnoses. I also am the grandmother of 12 aged 15 and under. I have experience with premature...

Jody G. says "Martha watched our son from 1.5-2.5 years old and then when we had our 2nd child, she watched both. Martha is AMAZING! We worked from home while she watched...

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Franklin, TN

4.4(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 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...

Care Member says "Jennifer is highly responsible, professional, organized and disciplined. Our daughter respects her because of her caring and confident and mature...

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Professional Nanny In Nashville TN

Franklin, TN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Natalie. I have over a decade of experience in childcare. While I specialize in infant and multiples care, I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages. My history caring for children with special needs and medical conditions particularly involves ADHD, ODD, SPD, autism, CMT and Cystic Fibrosis....

Aubrey L. says "Natalie was great with the kids. Very respectful, kind and loving. Had great ideas for activities and always had a smile on. I will be keeping her on my...

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Love Children And Pets

Franklin, TN

4.8(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I was in the child care profession for over 20 years. I have been an assistant director and director. Along with that, I have also done cooking, cleaning, and watching different age groups in the child care services. At this time, I do work part-time with a special needs child who has stolen my heart. I also don't mind animals...

Care Member says "Racheal was fantastic! Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. Highly recommend!"

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Retired Pediatric Nurse Available For Full Or Part Time Childcare

Franklin, TN

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have cared for children for the last 30 years. I love children of all ages, especially babies. I am a former pediatric special needs home care nurse. I have three wonderful daughters of my own and we are a close, fun family. We enjoy reading, games, pretend, puzzles, outside, and snuggles.
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30+ Years Of Caring For Children And Adults With Special Needs

Franklin, TN

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
respite care
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
I most recently cared for a very dear and sweet little lady for over a year in her apartment in Nashville. She had become, to me, a very special part of my life. Whether I was working a 12 to 14 hour shift caring for all of her daily needs, or at my own home, I was brainstorming how to better serve this little lady. When she...
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Caring Specialist For Special Needs Kiddos

Franklin, TN

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$32/hr
5 years experience
I truly love helping children grow, develop and become confident and capable. It's a dream job! From educational to fun activities, I assist with a variety of projects that add value to creative and analytical thinking. I am a fun specialist who loves to wrap learning around enjoyable activities. I can be counted on to be a...
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25 Years In Special Education

Franklin, TN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have not only worked in Special Education for over 25 years, but I am the mother of a Special Needs adult that function at about 18 months. I am also the grandmother of a Special Needs grandson with a rare genetic disorder. I have decades of experience with multiple diagnosis including seizures. I am limiting my availability...
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Franklin, TN

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I have minimal experience working with special needs kiddos but I am totally willing to learn. I've babysat a few autistic kids in the past and have worked with some autistic kids at church. With them, I would feed them, keep them entertained & active, help them calm themselves when they get over stimulated, & change them,...
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Franklin, TN

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I am currently a graduate student at Lipscomb University studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in a Play Therapy. I love kids and plan to work with children and adolescents after graduation.
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Franklin, TN

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$13/hr
1 year experience
I have a passion for advocating for children with special needs! I am studying to be a speech pathologist and I am minoring in special education. I hold a certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders from the JMU department of Exceptional Education.
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Date Night /weekend Babysitter

Franklin, TN

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I have spent a summer working at a special needs summer camp working with kids mostly on the spectrum. While working there along with my co-counselors, I lived in cabins with our campers, got them dressed in the morning and put them to bed, ate meals with them, as well as taking part in various daily activities. Our campers were...
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Nursing Student Looks For Weekend Job

Franklin, TN

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi my name is Bruna and I am going to become a nurse. I worked as CNA in a nursing facility and I have experience with different types of needs. I am looking for a weekend job. I have a CPR, reliable car and references Let me know if I am a good fit Bruna
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Franklin, TN

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I have had experience with children who have special needs. I taught in a school for 41/2 yrs. with children that have special needs. I have learned that children with special needs can teach me more than I can teach them. I only say that because the heart that these children have are the most loving, caring and forgiveness...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Franklin, TN

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$15/hr
My younger sister has special needs (she is deaf, has autism, along with other severe developmental delays). Along with being one of her main caregivers, I am currently a nursing student, meaning I am not only CPR/BLS certified, but understand more complex medical needs as well. I volunteered within my church for years working...
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Franklin, TN

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Special care for special people has always been a big thing I have had a passion for. My heart is near to those who are extra special and unique. I love to help and support/encourage them, and become good friends :)
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Franklin, TN

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$20/hr
3 years experience
My professional experience with kids includes working as a Sensory Motor Coach, providing exercise therapy to kids struggling at home or school; being a live-in nanny, providing domestic as well as international travel care; and caregiving for youth with special needs.
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Franklin, TN

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$15/hr
6 years experience
My name is Ansley, and I'm a certified personal trainer, certified nutrition coach, and a Parkinson's fitness specialist with over 3 years of experience working one-on-one and in group settings with clients of all ages. I'm passionate about helping others live healthier, more active lives-whether that's through exercise,...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.28/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.4

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Franklin, TN are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jennifer T.

Jennifer started out working with our son who has severe developmental delays (he does not talk, walk or eat). She cared for him with great...

- Nikki S.

Martha R.

Martha watched our son from 1.5-2.5 years old and then when we had our 2nd child, she watched both. Martha is AMAZING! We worked from home...

- Jody G.

Jennifer T.

Jennifer is highly responsible, professional, organized and disciplined. Our daughter respects her because of her caring and confident and...

- Care member

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