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Lacey B.

Compassionate And Responsible Special Needs Care Provider

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Patient, compassionate and caring provider. Over 15+ years of experience working as a childcare provider and nanny for independent families as well as in other childcare faculties with children 0-teen. Recent years of experience volunteering at a ranch home a few times working alongside adults with various physical,...

Stephanie H. says "Leaving our 1 year old son with Lacey felt very comforting. We live in the Caribbean, traveled to Nashville and needed a nanny for one night. At first...

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Alli S.

Experienced Child Care Provider

Nashville, TN

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

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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Myra B.

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Hello there, I'm a CNA and have experience working with those who have special needs! From children with cerebral palsy to adults with autism! Im understanding, patient, and kind. I have references upon request and look forward to taking excellent care of your loved one!

Dee M. says "Myra is a wonderful caregiver. She takes very good care of our mother. Myra is very patience & kind and even serves as her co worker from time to time....

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Teresa T.

Fun Loving Caretaker

Nashville, TN

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Hi! My name is Teresa, but you can call me T! I have 12 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 10 years with childcare. I am very enthusiastic and I love to have fun! Children usually gravitate toward...

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Natalie D.

Work Experience

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $11/hr

Hello! My name is Natalie, here is my work experience, I'd love to help take care of your children, thank you! : Bright Beginnings Daycare May 2020 - October 2020 Assigned to be in charge of the Under school agers classroom (children from 3 to 5 yrs of age). Changed diapers, picked up after children, set up and assisted with...

Sally Q. says "She is a very nice & sweet young lady! She's also dependable, reliable, and great communicator!"

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Keandria W.

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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Trinity T.

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Light cleaning

craft assistance

meal prep

travel

I am an 23-year-old nursing student and Aesthetician, who has always loved caring for little ones. I've been babysitting in the Nashville area for about 7 years now through Care. com. I have worked with kids from the ages of 4 months to 13 years old. I have twin experience, as well as experience administering medication and...

Keriann B. says "We've had Trinity babysit for our 11 month old twin boys and she did a fabulous job with them. A natural with kids and a huge help around the house, very...

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Ellen T.

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

travel

Hello! My name is Ellen and I am 31 years old. I currently work with kids and teens with special needs and am pursuing a career in Music Therapy! II am also an professional party princess for kid's birthday parties at my character company "A Little Princess" . I've had a lot of experience with babysitting/nannying in my past...

Maribeth M. says "Ellen is helping to watch my 1 yr old son for a few hours every week. She is very sweet and gentle with him!"

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Alli S.

Nashville, TN

3.0(0)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

carpooling

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

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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...

Amy S.

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience

Craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

travel

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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Freeda B.

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

carpooling

travel

grocery shopping

+ 1 more

Hi my name is Freeda. I am an experienced nanny and babysitter for over 20+ years. I have cared for children from newborns to teenagers. I am a licensed teacher and I have been a tutor for over 20 years. I also have Montessori experience. I have provided child care for events, businesses, and individuals in my home as well as...

Cecelia C. says "Freeder is wonderful! She is highly organized, dependable, and, most importantly, takes very good care of my boys. I definitely recommend Freeder!"

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Caroline W.

10+ Years Babysitting And Camp Counseing

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $18/hr

10 years experience

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

meal prep

Hi! I'm Caroline. I have been babysitting for almost 15 years and have worked as a nanny for multiple families, and also worked as a day camp counselor for almost 10 years. I am the oldest of 4 sisters and have a large extended family, so I have helped take care of children my whole life! I also have extensive experience working...

Care Member says "We have used Caroline several times now for watching our two children under the age of 4, she always shows up on time & is excellent with giving our...

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Ryan W.

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

15 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

travel

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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Betsy B.

Experienced Nanny For All Ages! I'd Love To Hear From You! :)

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $18/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

carpooling

travel

light cleaning

+ 1 more

Hey there! My name is Betsy. I am a fun loving 30-year-old who loves working with children from all ages and abilities. I love creating a fun loving and creative environment for kids to explore! I am an experienced nanny, house cleaner, and home organizer. I LOVE to teach children's yoga, music and theater classes and have...

Nifer B. says "Betsy is reliable, smart and loving caregiver for your children. She nannied for us for a whole summer, 2 kids. She took them on fun adventures, was...

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Aquila W.

Experienced Babysitter Available

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

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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Kristin B.

Responsible & Reliable With 25 Years Of Experience

Nashville, TN

4.7(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

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...

Charles M. says "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...

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Stephanie A.

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $23/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 21 families in your area

Grocery shopping

carpooling

travel

Hello, I am dependable and an attentive babysitter/pet sitter. I have worked with children for nearly 10+years, all varying in ages. I have worked for Murfreesboro City Schools system as a Lead Special Needs Instructor and worked/ still continue to work for 4+ families. I currently live in Nashville, TN (Gulch) but I do not...

Daryl B. says "Stephanie is amazing. She took such great care of our kids. They hated to see her go and immediately asked when she was coming back. If that's not a seal...

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Venice G.

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

Errands

respite care

dementia

transportation

light cleaning

+ 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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Kebeh J.

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)

from: $29/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Errands

live-in home care

dementia

meal prep

hospice services

+ 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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Joya T.

Special Needs Professional

Nashville, TN

from: $24/hr

10 years experience

I have worked in education for 15+ years and I have learned many techniques and strategies on how to deal with children with special and diverse needs. Here are some of things that I have done Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students. Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining...

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127 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of August 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Nashville, TN are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews of the 127 listed special needs caregivers

Lacey B.

Leaving our 1 year old son with Lacey felt very comforting. We live in the Caribbean, traveled to Nashville and needed a nanny for one...

- Stephanie H.

Myra B.

Myra is a wonderful caregiver. She takes very good care of our mother. Myra is very patience & kind and even serves as her co worker from...

- Dee M.

Natalie D.

She is a very nice & sweet young lady! She's also dependable, reliable, and great communicator!

- Sally Q.

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