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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lavon, TX
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Lavon, TX
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Elizabeth A.
Royse City, TX
$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I am friendly, patient, and kind. I have a child on the spectrum as well, so I know how hard it is to get a break.
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Betelhem B.
Royse City, TX
$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Strong attention to details. Certified nursing assistant. have good attention to details.
I have good personality
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Hello! My name is Meghan, I graduated from Texas Tech University with a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences. In the past few years, I have gained experience working as an in-home caregiver for senior clients as well as, behavioral therapy with special needs children. I have a big heart and a passion for...
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Hello there,
I am a mom of 2 myself and willing to help you anyway I can. sometimes, if I am not able to come to your house to care, I can provide care at my home and treat your kids with love and care. I extend to my own kids as well.
I'd describe my personality as Loving
I like working with kids because I live children
In...
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I worked for The Department of Family and Protected Services for 3 years where the goal was family reunification and loved working with parents who needed that extra help to become successful in their lives. Currently a caregiver for a special needs 14-year-old and a guardian to my older sister. I have a son who is 2 where I...
Harper C.
Allen, TX
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I have nannied for a family for over 3 years(ages 20 months-5 years old). I've help changed diapers, put kids to sleep and bathed and also drove them when necessary. I have also helped the kiddo who has special needs learn ways to communicate with...
5.0
"We interviewed Harper and I was really impressed. She seems very experienced, responsible, capable and thoughtful with the way she cares for children. We ended up needing someone sooner than she was planning to...
Reviewed by Brooke F.
5.0
(2)
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I have experiences with most ages. I can change diapers, feed, and play with kids. I have always wanted to babysit since I was little. I have nephews and cousins that I have watched multiple times. I have experience with some special needs ranging of all ages. I volunteer for Special Olympic Basketball Association in Tyler. I...
5.0
"Hannah was great! We hired her to watch our 5 kids (13, 11, 10, 4, & 2) from 5p-Midnight.
She arrived on time and was very professional. Our kids took to her immediately and she jumped right in without...
Reviewed by Lindsey M.
5.0
(2)
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I have over 15 years of experience working in the hospital , Rehab and home setting . I have a degree in speech language pathology. I am honest, dependable and compassionate. I am passionate about what I do because as a christian I have a great compassion on people and I love what I do to impact someones else life. I have...
5.0
"Great caregiver, especially for those with dementia. Punctual, reliable, dependable. Thoughtful and smart, too!"
Reviewed by Joe N.
5.0
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I am currently a special needs Paraprofessional having worked in both the middle school and high school settings. I have experience with non-verbal autistic children and adults. I am CPI certified and proficient with ABA behavioral training. Caring for, educating and loving these special individuals is what makes me happy.
I...
5.0
"Amy is amazing and I would highly recommend her. She is so kind and played on the floor with my 3 year old for hours. When she left he kept saying "where is Amy? I love her." I feel so blessed to have found...
Reviewed by Dannielle T.
Michelle M.
Princeton, TX
$17-25/hr
5.0
(1)
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Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through five years of experience as a CNA. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. BLS and CPR certified (current).
Carin U.
McKinney, TX
$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.5
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I have been caring for children for more than 25 years. In my eyes, children are a blessing from God. I love them and care for as if they are my own.
I enjoy music, arts and crafts, teaching, and playing. I also enjoy volunteering at a place called Mane Gait, where equine therapy in done for those with special needs. I have two...
3.0
"Caring, dependable, affectionate, kind, soft spoken,"
Reviewed by Sudarshan R.
5.0
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I love teaching students with special needs, I started as a reading interventionist years ago and fell in love with teaching students. I can create a fun, yet rigorous atmosphere to help students learn and succeed. I am a certified Special Needs teacher through TEA.
5.0
"We LOVE Azmae! She is prompt, polite, professional, and creative! She developed a natural rapport with my autistic son almost right from the start. You can trust Azmae to work to develop a harmonious...
Reviewed by Suzannah F.
5.0
(3)
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I currently work in a structured teach classroom (special needs) teaching low and high functioning students with Autism. Through the school district, I have a current background check completed. I have training in CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute). I utilize research based teaching for students with autism spectrum disorder...
5.0
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Hello Family my name is Abby.
I loved babysitting. I am passionate about providing a safe, comfortable, and stimulating environment for your child.
I am experienced with over 8 years of experience working with infants, toddlers and young children. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for the...
5.0
"I’m writing this letter to give my highest recommendation for Abby.
Abby is thoughtful, responsible and kind. She is a strong communicator and we always felt like we were working as a team. We have a deep trust...
Reviewed by Laura G.
Carol M.
Allen, TX
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.1
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Open to full or part time. I have experience and references. Hold a Bachelor's degree. Bilingual : English /Spanish. Have cared for elderly patients , special needs children and adults , and children of all ages . Also cared for my parents and grandparents until their last days. It's a privilege caring for such wonderful people....
5.0
"Carol really cares about people & wants to help make them happy & comfortable, as well as help them have fun. Her positive energy is contagious! We feel so lucky to have her in our lives. She is willing to help...
Reviewed by Linda V.
5.0
(1)
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I have worked with kids with special needs inside and outside the classroom for 4 years, and have babysat for the past 8 years. I am currently in college pursuing my bachelors science in nursing and have 1 year left. I am CPR certified, BLS certified, and CNA certified. I can provide references from families I have babysat for...
5.0
"Kazzie is amazing! She’s so respectful, caring, and punctual. She was the first babysitter/nanny I have ever hired and I was incredibly lucky in that. I wish she didn’t have to go back to school and leave us....
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
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I have 10 years experience caring children . I am very
patient , responsible , on time and I enjoy being whit children .
Zemira R.
Dallas, TX
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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I did caregiving and babysitting for a previous coworker for 10 years in New York and now continuing here in Dallas. I took care of his mother and his two kids at the same time as well as light housekeeping on the weekends. Meal preps, errands, doc appts, laundry as well as ironing, I'm very organized and great at managing...
3.0
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My number one priority is to keep my client safe and protect their dignity as I work with them. I work hard everyday to be the top care giver to your loved one in the United States. I offer the best care available in the Home-Care industry up to the latest standard, by listening and responding to the needs of my clients quickly....
5.0
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I have over 20 years of professional experience as well as having two children of my own 15 and 3 years old. I have experience with children with special needs: hearing impairment, blind, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, medically fragile, mental/behavioral challenges etc. Being a parent, I know what I expect for my child, which...
5.0
"It was hard for me to consider leaving my four month old son in the hands of someone I just met. That all changed when we met Ashlee. She has a natural gift in caring for children. Ashlee's nurturing and joyful...
Reviewed by Rachel R.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lavon, TX
Harper C.
5.0
We interviewed Harper and I was really impressed. She seems very experienced, responsible, capable and thoughtful with the way she cares for children. We ended up needing someone sooner than she was planning to move to Lubbock, but I am certain she'd do a great job.
- Brooke F.
Hannah E.
5.0
Hannah was great! We hired her to watch our 5 kids (13, 11, 10, 4, & 2) from 5p-Midnight.
She arrived on time and was very professional. Our kids took to her immediately and she jumped right in without hesitation. She made sure they had eaten dinner, were cleaned up, and ready for bed and/or...
- Lindsey M.
Ruth O.
5.0
Great caregiver, especially for those with dementia. Punctual, reliable, dependable. Thoughtful and smart, too!
- Joe N.
Amy D.
5.0
Fantastic sitter! Our 2 boys love her! Very dependable and quickly engages with the kids. I appreciate her questions about the schedule to make sure she understands and can keep the routine. Excellent communication via text/chat.
- Jonathan And Kimberly T.
Carin U.
3.0
Caring, dependable, affectionate, kind, soft spoken,
- Sudarshan R.
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Ratings for Lavon, TX special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Lavon, TX are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.