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Claire S.

Experienced Care Taker

Kenner, LA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Experienced in hospitality and medical industry, I am pro-active and efficient. Polyglot. Background check available.
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Experienced Special Needs Paraprofessional

Kenner, LA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I am a special needs paraprofessional at one of the top local public schools. The children I have worked with in the past have various medical and behavioral needs, as well as sensory sensitivity. I am trained in such things as first aid and CPR, seizure trained, diastat, VNS Magnet, G Tube. I enjoy helping my students thrive...
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Dedicated Caregiver

Kenner, LA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I'm a dedicated and compassionate individual with 10 years of experience working with children, including 5 years in a daycare setting where I specialized in caring for children with special needs. My background has taught me the importance of patience, understanding, and personalized support.
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Kenner, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I am a dedicated and compassionate early childhood educator with over 10 years of experience working with young children in various learning environments. Skilled in supporting children's cognitive, emotional, and social development with a strong foundation in inclusive education, especially for children with special needs....
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Kenner, LA

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$15/hr
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I work for the school system and have extensive experience with children with special needs as well as complex medical needs. I treat every child I encounter as if they are my own and with the same care and dedication their parents would.
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Kenner, LA

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$17/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds and fostering their development is a true passion of mine. My 20 years of experience caring for children aged 1-3 have been incredibly rewarding. I am patient, creative, and friendly, always striving to create a fun and engaging environment. I have some college experience, and my skills include cooking,...
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Darian's Childcare Services

Kenner, LA

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$8/hr
12 years experience
Experienced childcare provider (10+ yrs). Specializing in infants/toddlers, special needs & arts/crafts
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Caregiver With A Heart.

Kenner, LA

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$8/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and will always place you first. I have experience with infants to the elderly. My first and only priority is you. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children to the elderly. I am very patient and my schedule is very flexible.
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Metairie, LA

3.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have over 9 years of experience working at Magnolia community services with special needs individuals (with both physical and mental disabilities). My class was mainly compromised of the older population. The focus of the class was helping and assisting each individual with daily needs of life. I have also worked for several...

Lauren B. says "Kim is wonderful and goes above and beyond with everything we've needed from her. Could not recommend more highly."

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Part-time Babysitter

Westwego, LA

4.5(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
I work with special needs kid during the day as a fulltime Teacher's Assistant. I do classroom management and help students to complete assignments.

Terra J. says "Karen was great. Though her hours didn't work out for what we needed, she still wanted to meet with me and discuss the job and offer he services in the...

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Personal Care Assistant Available Full-time Can Travel, Household Cleaning, Can Administration Med

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I am 56years old. I have worked as a personal care giver, and assistance for the last 16+ yrs. I truly love what I do. I have worked for several well-known doctors in the New Orleans area caring for their loved ones also I have experience in Feeding Tube, Dementia, Cerebral Palsy, Artisum Strokes, Paralyzed, Hip Replacement,...

Care Member says "A very no-nonsense, professional caregiver who likes to keep busy. She gives excellent care. If you're not satisfied with Gilder, then you won't like...

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Metairie, LA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, I am currently searching for a full-time nanny job. I have babysat for many years and absolutely love it! I also have about four years of experience working with children and adults with disabilities/ special needs. I love the outdoors and think every child should spend time outside if possible. I am willing and able to...

Chloe A. says "Tamzie has become family to us! She is an amazing and dependable babysitter. She is patient with our children and gives them all the attention they...

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Occupational Therapist Looking For Part-time Work As A Caregiver

New Orleans, LA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc. I genuinely love to help other...
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Metairie, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Tina and I am 31 years old and I am a mama that has always had a natural maternal instinct. I love children and I love mommy's because I believe they are the foundation of us all. I am the eldest of 6 children ranging from 9yrs- 24yrs, so at 7 years old I was changing diapers! I have taken care of infants, twins, many...
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Metairie, LA

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$30/hr
12 years experience
Nurturing young minds is my passion. For the past 12 years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages. My previous experiences with children solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives, which is why I pursued a college degree in nursing (RN). I have worked in pediatrics, labor & delivery and am currently...
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Sitter/Art Teacher In New Orleans, LA

New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting & teaching art lessons on & off for the past 10 years while receiving my education. Recently, I graduated from LSU with a Bachelor's in Fine Art & went on a solo-backpacking trip through Europe. I have been a sitter for children ages 6 months -12yrs old. If your child is interested in the arts, I also...
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New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I was previously a nanny for various families throughout the Metro New Orleans area for 10+ years. I also have experience working with special needs children as an occupational therapy tech, as well as teaching at an early education center ages 6 months to 4 years. I graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology in 2015....
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New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I love working with children and have 10 years of experience as a childcare provider. I enjoy creating a fun and nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. I'm friendly, approachable, and silly, yet smart. I keep parents informed about their child's day by providing written reports and communicating verbally at...
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Warm, Responsible, And Ready To Make Fun Memories!

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am an experienced childcare provider, with 8 years of experience. I am currently working on my doctorate in clinical psychology and have experience working with children who have a wide variety of special needs. I have experience with applied behavior analysis in addition to caring for many children at a time, as I taught...
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child care

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Angela! I would describe my personality as compassionate, vigilant, and sympathetic. I like working with kids because I have a youthful soul; I thoroughly enjoy guiding and caring for them. I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling and allows me to work with amazing children. I started working with kids when I began...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.75/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Kenner, LA

Special Needs Caregivers in Kenner, LA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kim S.

Kim is wonderful and goes above and beyond with everything we've needed from her. Could not recommend more highly.

- Lauren B.

Karen V.

Karen was great. Though her hours didn't work out for what we needed, she still wanted to meet with me and discuss the job and offer he...

- Terra J.

Gilder D.

A very no-nonsense, professional caregiver who likes to keep busy. She gives excellent care. If you're not satisfied with Gilder, then you...

- Care member

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