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181 special needs caregivers are listed in Nashville, TN
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Nashville, TN
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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.
Paulette P.
Nashville, TN
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"I’m a single mother and when I was working over 40 hours a week, Polly was there to watch my 3 year old and care for him. She was dependable, patient and kind. My kid still asks about her every now and then"
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Ryan W.
Nashville, TN
$22-37/hr • 14 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Ryan. I am 25 and moved to Nashville last year. I have been caring for children for over 10 years now! I have experience with all ages of children, needs, and abilities. I have worked directly with children who have special needs and care plans (ex: feeding tubes, insulin injections, adhd, autism, etc). I have...
5.0
"Ryan is fabulous. I'm so sad to be losing her due to a relocation, would hire again 110%!!!"
Reviewed by Nina F.
Anna B.
Nashville, TN
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced, Fun, Responsible, And Caring Babysitter In Millbrook And Prattville Area
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I am a 24-year-old NICU nurse at Ascension St Thomas Hospital. I hold a BSN from the University of Alabama. I am experienced in nannying, daycare, and pediatric and neonatal nursing. I was previously a full time nanny to an infant boy from 3-10 months in East Nashville. I also overnight and travel nanny for a 20-month-old. I...
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"Anna nannied for us for 6 months before our son started daycare and we continue to have Anna babysit on weeknights or weekends. She is so good with babies and her nursing experience always makes us feel so at...
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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
"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."
Reviewed by Alyssa M.
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I have been babysitting for about 8 years now and have experience with all ages. I love activity, going outdoors, and when I'm around children I honestly become a child myself--to an extent of course. I can adapt to any environment and any personality and guarantee your children will have so much fun, the kind of fun they can't...
5.0
"Lyndsey was a great this summer with watching our baby boy! Our son really loved her! We would hire her again if our son wasn't at daycare"
Reviewed by Danielle L.
Makayla H.
Nashville, TN
$25-70/hr • 8 yrs exp
Highly-Trained, Professional Childcare Provider With Over 6 Years Of Experience
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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...
5.0
"I wholeheartedly recommend her, she helped us during our Nashville visit. she is educated, reliable, and punctual, bringing a positive, intellectual presence into our children's lives. she is the ideal support...
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Carolyn G.
Nashville, TN
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hello! I am a recent graduate from Belmont University and have nine years of child care experience. I currently work as an accountant in the healthcare industry but enjoy babysitting on evenings and weekends. I have babysat children ages 2 months to 12+. I have experience with special needs children and am also a Red Cross...
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Hi everyone! My names Aquila, I just graduated with my bachelors in Biology and now work at centennial medical center as a tech before I go to medical school. I'm currently getting my masters at lipscomb university. I've babysat and nannied for as long as I can remember (6+ years). Kids are my passion and I can't wait to...
5.0
"Aquila has been the only person I've trusted with my sons for the longest time! My kids love her and I know she loves them equally as much. Shes a great worker and very responsible."
Reviewed by Merium Y.
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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...
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"I really enjoyed working with Venice. Throughout the application process she was very responsive and engaged. She showed up promptly and performed all agreed services for my father. 10/10 I would recommend...
Reviewed by Samuel E.
Kebeh J.
Nashville, TN
$25-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have cared for hospice, dementia, and in all aspects of daily living. I love making a difference in other people's lives. Also my brother was a special needs patient so I've been caring for people my whole life.
5.0
"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 dignity and loved her in the most beautiful way. She...
Reviewed by Laura B.
Christiana R.
Nashville, TN
$15/hr
Caregiver With A Passion For Working With Individuals With Special Needs
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I have been caring for children for 10 years and have experience working with newborns-13 years old. I have been working with specialized populations of children since 2013 and have a wide variety of experience. I have previous paraprofessional experience in an elementary school setting working with children with intellectual...
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I currently work with children in foster care who have special needs to include intellectual and developmental disabilities. I am also almost done completing my RBT certification.
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I have worked with special needs children and adults. I worked with them for four years. I have a core A and Core B classes, plus CPR and first aid. I'm also a certified nursing assistant. I have been for six years.
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I have over 25 years of experience providing care for individuals with Downs Syndrome, autism and many different types of special needs. I love my work! I'm also a caring, responsible and reliable person who is easy to get along with and will provide excellent service.
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Hi! My name is Jenny, and working with special needs individuals is one of my biggest passions! I have
Maria C.
Nashville, TN
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Empathetic And Creative Child Care / Special Needs Companion
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I have 2 years of experience in a special needs classroom, 1 year working in a rehab facility, and currently work as a Domestic violence advocate where I have worked the last 2 years. I am engaging, creative, and am goals focused with the clients I work with. I have training in de-escalation, creative strategizing, and...
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I taught 3rd and 4th grade students my first year of teaching. Their disabilities included Specific Learning Disabilities, Other Health Impairments, and Autism. For the past three years, I have taught middle school; 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. The students I taught were also diagnosed with Specific Learning Disabilities, Other...
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I have a masters in Special Education from Arizona State University. I also taught at a school for students with Emotional Disabilities and Autism for 2 years. I now create and facilitate professional development workshops for teachers on Emotional Disabilities, Autism and Literacy for Cognitively Delayed Students.
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Hi! I'm Lizzie. I have a Masters in Special Education and am a certified TN special education teacher. I have taught middle and high school students with disabilities for 5 years and grew up with 4 younger brothers with disabilities. I can provide academic intervention services as a tutor or provide fun and safe activities in a...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Nashville, TN
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.
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.
Ryan W.
5.0
Ryan is fabulous. I'm so sad to be losing her due to a relocation, would hire again 110%!!!
- Nina F.
Anna B.
5.0
Anna nannied for us for 6 months before our son started daycare and we continue to have Anna babysit on weeknights or weekends. She is so good with babies and her nursing experience always makes us feel so at ease that our son is in good hands.
- Care member
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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Ratings for Nashville, TN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Nashville, TN are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 93 reviews of the 181 listed special needs caregivers.