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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hendersonville, TN

The average rate is $15/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Hendersonville, TN

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Hannah L.


Old Hickory, TN

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny!

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I have been working with children for the past 7-8 years in the position of a babysitter, nanny, daycare assistant, preschool teacher, and remote learning assistant. I have worked with all ages from newborn and special needs to 16 years old. I also enjoy watching children grow and learn, helping them as they grow and face new...
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Roseann J.


Old Hickory, TN

$16-33/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Elementary And Special Ed, Education Teacher

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Hi, I am a certified special education and elementary education teacher looking for a part-time job. I have four of my own children who are all teenagers now & I'm a single mother looking to be a blessing to someone else's family. I also am an Italian cook and wrote an Italian cookbook so I know how to make great meals or simple...
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Roseann J.


Old Hickory, TN

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Edication Teacher

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I am a certified special education and elementary education, teacher, looking for a part-time position, helping children with special needs. I have four of my own children who I homeschooled the last 10 years and just looking to be a blessing to help special needs students achieve their goals and love and encourage them to be...
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Macie P.


Gallatin, TN

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Extensive Nannying Experience For Kids With All Different Needs And Abilities

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I love Kids!! I have been nannying/babysitting for 10+ years. I have nannied for families of up to 4 kids at a time. I have been a caretaker for kids, teens, and adults with all different kinds of special needs. I have a masters degree in Therapeutic Recreation (working with people with disabilities to ensure they have the...
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Lauren C.


Gallatin, TN

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver Or Best Friend? How About Both?! :)

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I have experience in working with special needs children focusing on social and educational development. It is something I love and it brings so much joy into my life. I can provide various types of care, full-time, part-time, overnight, date nights, tutoring, personal assistant/organizer. I'm great at planning activities and...
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Abigail S.


Gallatin, TN

$13-20/hr

Former Nurses Aid And 1on1 Autistic Individual Aide

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Hi, I'm Abi! I just moved to Cookeville from Ohio and I would love to come be a positive help to your loved one with special needs! I have experience working with multiple different types of needs, from working as a nurses assistant in a hospital setting. I also have experience with young children who are on the autistic...
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Lauren B.


Gallatin, TN

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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I am trained to work children with disabilities from reading difficulties to significant behavioral disorders. I can help with homework; teaching organizational skills; design behavior plan; interventions for students with disabilities in reading and math; and help facilitate communication with children with delays in language...
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Laura D.


Madison, TN

$20/hr3 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as lovely, caring, patient I like working with kids because they bring some joy and happiness I started working with kids when I was 12 years One thing you should know about me is I have 9 year special needs son
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Laura D.


Madison, TN

$8-13/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi have help take of her husband for 2 years I have worked for caregiver job for almost a year . I have help take care of my aunts and have be my son caregiver for 9 years he is special needs. I really enjoy take care of people and helping people. I do clean, run errands, take care of animals, prepare meals, help with daily...
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Paulette P.


Nashville, TN

$18/hr8 yrs exp

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I have been babysitting little cousins and family friends since I was 13. As well, I care took for a guy with special needs for a little over a year and worked at a summer camp for people with special needs for 6 years. (So I've repeated safety trainings multiple times to the point of teaching others to get them safety certified...
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"Polly was amazing! She took care of my 3.5 month old baby boy and was absolutely wonderful with him. I work long hours as a nurse and Polly would send me pictures and messages to keep me updated throughout the...

Reviewed by Stephanie W.

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Kristin B.


Nashville, TN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible & Reliable With 25 Years Of Experience

4.7

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I have been caring for children professionally for 25 years and I have a degree in Psychology with minors in Child Development and Statistics. I am also qualified as a Newborn Specialist. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages and with special needs. I am comfortable caring for many children at the same time. I...
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"Kristin has been an exceptional caregiver for our baby this past year starting when she was only 3 months old. Kristin is patient, nurturing, and playful. She is particularly adept with newborn care and we...

Reviewed by Care member

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Jina S.


Mount Juliet, TN

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Sweet, Fun Babysitter Who's Becoming A Teacher, Can Handle Twins

5.0

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Hi, my name is Jina I love babysitting. I have experience babysitting twin 3-year-olds till they were 7 years old. I have watched an 11-year-old over last summer and 5 dogs. I have my bachelor's degree in Tourism Hospitality Management and minor in business, I have my associates degree in science. I was going to be an elementary...
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Princess M.


Nashville, TN

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Sitter

4.0

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Hello: My name is Princess. I am mature, professional nanny with over 20 years experience. I am experience in keeping multiple children, twins and triplets. I have cared for children from newborn to adults. I specialize in infant and toddler care. I am available to travel with families. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified. I...
5.0
"Princess has been a joy to work with from day 1! She is caring and thoughtful with our baby girl and has helped her develop new skills (longer naps, responding to her name, independent play, etc). Princess...

Reviewed by Teresa B.

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Rachel G.


Hermitage, TN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi there! My name is Rachel and I am a school psychologist. I received my Specialist degree in May of 2021, and currently work in schools in the Nashville area. My entire life I've had a passion for caring for children, and have experiences with children of all ages, from two months into adolescence. I have watched children with...
5.0
"Rachel has worked with our family for the past year and my kids adore her! She's responsible, dependable and I always know my kids are happy when she's with them! "

Reviewed by Leigh H.

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Skylar D.


Nashville, TN

$25/hr7 yrs exp

(Nanny)

5.0

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I've been nannying for 7 years next to my writing career. It's taught me patience, true communication, compassion, and responsibility. I am 24 years old but have been working in childcare since age 14, and it's been one of my greatest joys. I am caring, organized, energetic, and a huge hands on helper. I'd love to work with you...
5.0
"Skylar has been an outstanding babysitter to our two boys for over 9 months now and we would absolutely recommend her services. She is always punctual and is also available for additional hours which is great....

Reviewed by Yewebdar T.

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Makayla H.


Nashville, TN

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Skills & Professionally Trained Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Two years ago, I began my journey as a Registered Behavior Technician for children with Autism in a clinic. I knew after my first week that working with kiddos with special needs was something I was deeply passionate about. Not only have I provided care in a clinical setting, but I also have extensive experience tutoring and...
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"Makayla is fantastic. She is professional, punctual, and an absolute expert in early childhood development. We were looking for someone with a trauma-informed framework who would have the skills to care for our...

Reviewed by Erin F.

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Gabriella N.


Nashville, TN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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I have been babysitting since 2008. I have cared for children in various settings and worked in my church nursery for a few years. I have experience with children from 1-week-old to elementary age and have cared for children with special needs. I have worked with oxygen, feeding tubes, Down Syndrome, ADD/ ADHD, and Autism. I...
5.0
"We were staying in Nashville with two other families and needed babysitting for 5 kids: 2 preschoolers and 3 toddlers. We hired Gabriella and her friend to babysit as a pair and it worked out perfectly. In...

Reviewed by Stephen E.

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Alli S.


Nashville, TN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

3.0

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My name is Alli and I am 29 years old. I just recently relocated to Nashville from Rhode Island. I have worked as a nanny, babysitter, mother's helper in some capacity over the past 14 years. The children that I have worked with have ranged in age between infant to 16 years old. Experience that I have with infants has been with...
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Makayla H.


Nashville, TN

$25-70/hr8 yrs exp

Highly-Trained, Professional Childcare Provider With Over 6 Years Of Experience

4.5

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Hello, my name is Makayla, and I am so excited to work with your family! I graduated in 2018 with a license in Early Childhood Development from CNM while I was still in high school. I graduated high school as Valedictorian and went on to pursue a B. S. at the University in Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education...
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"We hired Makayla to provide childcare and housekeeping services. She cleaned our home beyond our expectations and the kids had so much fun before they went down for their nap. Would love to hire her again"

Reviewed by Martin L.

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Teresa T.


Nashville, TN

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Loving Caretaker

5.0

(4)

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Hi! My name is Teresa, but you can call me T! I have 9 years of experience working with people who have intellectual/developmental disabilities like down syndrome and autism. I have helped friends and families over the past 8 years with childcare. I am very enthusiastic and I love to have fun! Children usually gravitate toward...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hendersonville, TN

Paulette P.

5.0

Polly was amazing! She took care of my 3.5 month old baby boy and was absolutely wonderful with him. I work long hours as a nurse and Polly would send me pictures and messages to keep me updated throughout the days. I would highly recommend her to anyone!

- Stephanie W.

Kristin B.

5.0

From our very first communication with Kristin, she has been kind and professional! Kristin is a joy to have caring for our two children. She is always on time, reliable and her ability to creatively engage with our kids always makes the transition of leaving easy. Whether it’s playing outside, art...

- Charles M.

Princess M.

5.0

Princess has been a joy to work with from day 1! She is caring and thoughtful with our baby girl and has helped her develop new skills (longer naps, responding to her name, independent play, etc). Princess would absolutely be an asset in anyone's home and a sweet but firm caregiver to any child. We...

- Teresa B.

Rachel G.

5.0

Rachel has worked with our family for the past year and my kids adore her! She's responsible, dependable and I always know my kids are happy when she's with them!

- Leigh H.

Skylar D.

5.0

Skylar has been an outstanding babysitter to our two boys for over 9 months now and we would absolutely recommend her services. She is always punctual and is also available for additional hours which is great. She has a fun personality and comes up with interesting activities for the boys to do and...

- Yewebdar T.

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