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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Madison, TN

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Madison, TN

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Ruth W.


Madison, TN

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Family Nanny

5.0

(3)

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Outgoing, perceptive, inventive and loving personality with passion and experience for working with children of all ages (infant-teen). I'm an experienced Nanny with over 10 years history of successful and productive engagements with a variety of families and have experience as a live-in Nanny and Household Manager, a travel...
5.0
"Ruth was wonderful!! We will definitely use her again!! Our son and dog both had a great time!! So lucky to find such a great sitter!!"

Reviewed by Catherine G.

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I have a younger sister with Autism and I adore seeing the way children like her express themselves.
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Ruth W.


Madison, TN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

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I have substantial child care experience, including 2 years as a live-in nanny for four children. I am trying to gain more experience with children with special needs. At the moment, I am volunteering for a company that caters children with disabilities.
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Cindy R.


Madison, TN

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 22 years taking care of the disabled I have first and and CPR I love working with people who can't help them selfs I love to be someone hands mouth and brain
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Sharnae M.


Madison, TN

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Every Child Has The Tools To Learn.. Just Give Them Time!

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My name is Sharnae and I am a jack of many trades. I graduated from Tennessee Tech University in May 2014 with my bachelor in Child and Family studies (Birth to 3rd grade education) and my masters in May 2016 with a degree in Special Education (K-12). I recently started my own tutoring program to help students get the extra...
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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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Rachel G.


Hermitage, TN

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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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Gabriella N.


Nashville, TN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(4)

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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
"Gabriella has been a caregiver for our family for years now. She is always on time and cares for our children as if they were her own. "

Reviewed by Lori N.

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Angela H.


Nashville, TN

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Musical Care For Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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My journey with music led me to Nashville, my love for children, and my obsession with music and how it affects the brain landed me a position working with a child who suffered from a brain injury. What I learned from that experience was life-changing. I have six years of experience working with families doing private childcare,...
5.0
"Angela was our full time nanny for 1 year then continued to nanny for us part time for 2 more years. To say we adore her is an understatement. We are a challenging family (4 kids - 1 with severe special needs,...

Reviewed by Elizabeth D.

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Christina G.


Nashville, TN

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable And Nurturing

5.0

(4)

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Hello! I have been in childcare for over 4 years! I am reliable, responsible, and patient. I have experience with newborns, elementary, and special needs! Let me know if you would like to chat, I can send you my references. I am currently leaving a job for a family with 3 kids and would be happy to give you their number as a...
5.0
"If I would say anything about Christina it is that she is totally reliable. She shows up on time and, in six months, she hardly missed a day. She was so good with our newborn, M, who was a preemie when...

Reviewed by Care member

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Alli S.


Nashville, TN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

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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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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...
5.0
"Our family has worked with Kristin for many years and she has always been like a part of the family. She's so caring and detailed that when we've called her we can trust that she has everything handled....

Reviewed by Mike J.

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Anna H.


Hermitage, TN

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I have been taking care of children at a variety of ages for about 9 years. I have cared for many families with children ranging from newborn to about 12 years old, as well as cared for children and young adults with special needs. I have experience with care in cerebral palsy and Down Syndrome. I am CPR and first aid certified....
5.0
"Anna has been our babysitter for the last 5 years. My sons adore her and I feel very comfortable leaving them with Anna. She is loving, caring and wonderful person. You will be lucky to have her babysitting...

Reviewed by Ewa D.

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Alli S.


Nashville, TN

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

5.0

(1)

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I worked with children with disabilities for almost 6 years with kids between the ages of 4 and 17 on the Autism Spectrum and with behavioral disabilities. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have many behavioral trainings. I am a loving and caring person available to help you and your family.
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Alexandra R.


Hendersonville, TN

$15-50/hr9 yrs exp

Pre-medical Graduate Looking To Nanny.

5.0

(2)

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Hi! I've been working with multiple families in the Nashville area since moving here in January 2022. One of my kids is starting preschool so I have availability on Mondays and Wednesdays! I've worked with all ages! I have worked a few nanny shares and they are great! I'd describe my personality as energetic, respectful, and...
5.0
"Alex was Great. She was able to come to my residence last minute and kids loved her"

Reviewed by Hugh C.

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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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Melody M.


Nashville, TN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny or Babysitter!

5.0

(3)

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Hello and thank you for looking at my page! I'm Melody and I hope you are well! I'm a 28-year-old Social Worker. I have been a nanny for babies a few weeks old up into their teens, and I have also cared for multiples, twins, and children with special needs. I do not smoke and I have my own car. I have also been a house...
5.0
"My children and I have been communicating with Ms. Melody some time now, and I truly feel she is a wonderful young lady. She is pursuing her educational goals and dreams at a stead fast pace, and stays busy....

Reviewed by Kira H.

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Claire F.


Hendersonville, TN

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hi, I'm Claire! I've always felt called to love on little ones and enjoy spending time with kids. As an individual, I am kind, compassionate, and optimistic. I just graduated from the University of Tennessee and am now working as a Pediatric Cardiology Nurse at Children's Hospital of Alabama. Before that, I worked as a nurse...
5.0
"Claire was so great with our preemie. She is very polite and our daughter loved her. We would absolutely hire her again!"

Reviewed by Kaylee H.

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Princess M.


Nashville, TN

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Sitter

4.0

(7)

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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
"Amazing with kids especially babies"

Reviewed by Emily W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Madison, TN

Ruth W.

5.0

Ruth was wonderful!! We will definitely use her again!! Our son and dog both had a great time!! So lucky to find such a great sitter!!

- Catherine G.

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.

Gabriella N.

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 particular, two of the kids are really hard to get to bed and even rejected the previous...

- Stephen E.

Angela H.

5.0

Angela was our full time nanny for 1 year then continued to nanny for us part time for 2 more years. To say we adore her is an understatement. We are a challenging family (4 kids - 1 with severe special needs, 1 with a strong will : ) and twins) and she showed up with a smile on her face every day...

- Elizabeth D.

Christina G.

5.0

Can't recommend Christina enough! My 8 month old smiled every time she came through the door. She's extremely reliable and took the best care of my little one.

- Alyssa M.

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