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Jennifer T.

Franklin, TN

1.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
personal care
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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Dee Experienced Caregiver In Franklin Area

Franklin, TN

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
errands
home modification
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Dee a caregiver with over 12 years of experience. Based in Franklin, I cherish seniors, children, & those with special needs, & genuinely love spending time with them. My father, a pastor, taught me to respect elders as "angels to be," instilling patience & compassion in me. Honest & respectful, I handle any situation...
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Franklin, TN

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$27/hr
7 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
meal prep
mobility assistance
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a current ICU RN and have been a nurse for close to two years. Before I got my RN, I worked as a nursing assistant for five years. As a tech, I have extensive experience working in assisted living, memory care, rehab, acute inpatient psych, and respite care for children and adults with special needs. As a nurse, I have...
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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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Looking For A Full Time Nanny Job

Franklin, TN

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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
For over 10 years, I've dedicated myself to nurturing children's development and providing families with dependable care. My calm and patient nature allows me to connect with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I am very comfortable enforcing household rules. I love engaging kids with outdoor games, board games, and...
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Thompsons Station, TN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have over 18 years of experience caring for children, including 3 of my own (my youngest was medically fragile and had special needs). I have extensive experience working with children, including those who are medically fragile and/or have special needs. I have a gentle, caring, patient and fun-loving personality. My...
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Experienced Nanny!

Thompsons Station, TN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am 23 years old, and born and raised in Nashville. I was a vet tech for 5 years before I became an LPN. I'm continuing my education and will graduate with my RN this year. I love animals, healthy lifestyles, and community. I have been a caretaker for 10 years. I have experience with children from infancy to teenagers,...
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Thompsons Station, TN

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
With a Master's in Education, the hands-on experience of being a stay-at-home mom to three sons, and a background working with children with special needs, I bring both knowledge and deep compassion to caregiving. I believe in meeting each child where they are, nurturing their growth with patience, love, and understanding....
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Experienced, Creative, And Compassionate Nanny

Thompsons Station, TN

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$28/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have 20+ years of experience caring for children from infants to teens, as well as adults with special needs. Growing up with two sisters who have Down syndrome gave me a natural passion for supporting children with unique needs, including autism. I'm a former lifeguard and swim instructor who loves reading, being creative,...
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Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
from
$8/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
I have worked as a certified nurse assistant/ Caregiver for almost 30 years. I have worked with dementia, Alzheimer's, and hospice patients. My passion for caregiving started as a young girl helping my mom care for my little brother with special needs. I love making a difference in people's lives and their health. I am looking...

Laura B. says "Kebeh is the absolute best. She cared for my Mother in the most sacred and loving way full-time for two years She treated my Mother with respect and...

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Babysitter/Nanny

Columbia, TN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Working and being around children is something I've always been passionate about. I have been a nanny for 5. 5 years and have plenty of experience working with children, of all ages. I have been babysitting on my own since I was 12 years old and just recently graduated with an Associates in Art, Elementary Education. I also have...

Stephanie S. says "She is great when ever she watched all 4 my kids ranging from 10 to 1 as I also she is wonderful with Down syndrome sister and is very patient with...

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Experienced Babysitter Available

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi everyone! My names Aquila, I recently graduated from Lipscomb university with my masters in biomedical sciences. I have hopes to become a neonatal PA as babies are my passion and I can't wait to make it part of my career. I've babysat and nannied for as long as I can remember (6+ years). I'm also certified as a birth and...

Amy H. says "My kids begged for my husband and I to go out just because they knew it meant Aquila would be coming over"

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Caring For Your Loved Ones Is My Speciality

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
I AM FULLY COVID VAXED/BOOSTERED. I am a friendly, honest, hardworking, and caring individual, who has worked in several different industries. Additionally, I just started working PRN with a nonprofit org that specialize in senior and special needs clients. I also enjoy animals, and am very comfortable with them as well. I look...

Care Member says "Venice has cared for my elderly mother with dementia for 6 months. She is loving and kind and very patient and respectful. She is responsible and...

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Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Over the summer, I volunteer at a camp for young adults with Down Syndrome. Beginning in high school and continuing throughout college, I have been involved with kids. Currently, I work at a school with students that are blind or deaf. I love advocating and working with people with disabilities! I look forward to hearing from...

Tom N. says "Mackenzie exceeded all our expectations this summer. I can't thank her enough for all she did while taking care of our special needs son."

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Columbia, TN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 27 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
I am a retired RN with a Master's Degree and 32 years of pediatric and geriatric experience. I am CPR certified with first aid training. I am passionate about children and seniors! I have 5 grown children, and 3 grandchildren. I have 2 chihuahuas. I've been a certified foster parent for 5 years as well. I love to scrapbook, do...

Care Member says "Tara was absolutely fantastic! She was timely, communicative, and calm. She got down on the floor to play and was great with adapting to our dinner and...

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Kingston Springs, TN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hello, I'm Aleah. My primary objective when taking care of your child is to bring joy and provide nurturing care. My passion lies in positively impacting young lives and supporting families. With 10 years of babysitting experience, I've solidified my desire to make a meaningful difference in children's lives. I am patient,...

Cynthia H. says "Whenever I go out of town, Aleah is my go-to #1 pet sitter! She is one of the only people I trust to watch my fur babies and I am very picky! She is...

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Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
I have been working with children for 15 years and have been nannying full-time for 8 years! In my years working in childcare I have worked with newborns, twins, kids of varying ages, and families with many different schedules and dynamics. I have also worked with children with special needs and care plans including premature...

Nina F. says "Ryan is fabulous. I'm so sad to be losing her due to a relocation, would hire again 110%!!!"

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Nashville, TN

3.7(1)
from
$14/hr
4 years experience
I love giving out attention and love. I have four years of experience working with autistic kids. What I have learned about caring for them is Your child may need a five minute, two minute or one minute warning before there is a change of activity or behavior. For example saying you have five minutes but not waiting the whole...

Tawny W. says "Keandria interviewed with us and she was extremely thorough and you can tell she has the experience with children. She is definitely on my list to hire...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.37/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.2

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Franklin, TN are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 39 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kebeh J.

Kebeh is the absolute best. She cared for my Mother in the most sacred and loving way full-time for two years She treated my Mother with...

- Laura B.

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

Amy S.

She is great when ever she watched all 4 my kids ranging from 10 to 1 as I also she is wonderful with Down syndrome sister and is very...

- Stephanie S.

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