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Melanie T.

Murfreesboro, TN

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I grew up in a home where my mother cared for the special needs, as I got older I realized that this is what I want to do. These really are the most special people in the world, I have spent many summers volunteering at a special needs camps as well. It's what I love, helping those who can't always help themselves. It is beyond...
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Geanella C.

La Vergne, TN

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$16/hr
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with experience supporting individuals with special needs, including physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. Skilled in providing personal care, emotional support, and daily living assistance in a respectful and patient-centered manner. Strong understanding of safety...
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Rylee A.

Empathetic Care

Antioch, TN

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi, my name is Rylee, but you can call me Piper. I've been taking care of people for most of my life, whether it be loved ones with special needs or the elderly. I love talking to people and learning about them and their lives while also providing them with the quality of life they deserve. I'm very upbeat and bubbly, so I'm...
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Lorie W.

I Am 59 And Married Have Two Daughters Who Are 40and 36 Years Old 36 Year Old Is Special Needs

Antioch, TN

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as Honest friendly open minded I like working with kids because I love children of all ages to teach them every day living skills I'm looking for a job that Has good benefits Friendly staff Dependable full time I started working with kids when My children were born And my nephew In my...
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Calee L.

Babysitter And Works With Kiddos With Special Needs

Brentwood, TN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Calee. I am 24 years old and I have been a Registered Behavior Tech for the last 7 years. I graduated with my bachelors in Applied Behavior Analysis. My experience ranges from 3 months to 36 years. I have worked with individuals across the entire spectrum on behaviors, communication skills and daily living...

Grace M. says "I highly recommend Calee for any child care needs. Not only does she meet the requirements of an excellent employee (reliable, punctual, etc...), but, more...

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Betsy B.

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

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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Jina S.

Sweet, Fun Babysitter Who's Becoming A Teacher, Can Handle Twins

Mount Juliet, TN

5.0(0)
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$24/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Jina I love babysitting. I have experience babysitting twin 3-year-olds till they were 7 years old. I have watched an 11-year-old over last summer and 5 dogs. I have my bachelor's degree in Tourism Hospitality Management and minor in business, I have my associates degree in science. I was going to be an elementary...
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Erin K.

Murfreesboro, TN

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello. My name is Erin. I have worked with both adults and children with special needs for right around 9 years. Prior to that I taught preschool ages 1-6 for around 9 years. I have had the joys of assisting each individual with their everyday needs. From daily living skills to planning activities and outings, I believe in...
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Lauren M.

Part- Time Caregiver Available

Murfreesboro, TN

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am currently a high school CDC Special Education teacher with 7 years of experience, looking to provide care for kids/adults with and without special needs this summer and on weekends. I have experience working with several disabilities such as autism, down syndrome, visual impairments, etc. I have worked with students...
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Kebeh J.

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
hospice services
dementia
visiting nurse
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.

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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Dawn S.

Nurse Tech/Phlebotomist

Lebanon, TN

5.0(0)
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$14/hr
10 years experience
A Certified Nurse Technician with 10+ years of experience providing support with daily tasks to disabled clients. Activities such administering medicine, serving meals, running errands, providing companionship, helping with bathing, and reporting to family members anything out of the ordinary.
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Venice G.

Caring For Your Loved Ones Is My Speciality

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
dementia
respite care
+ 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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Lisa G.

Reliable And Dependable With Care....

Franklin, TN

3.9(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have extensive experience in the Healthcare field with Seniors and special needs.. I equally love Companion Care. I take my job serious and I am good at what I do. I am trustworthy, kind, and compassionate and have the experience that a family is looking for with their loved one, I am honest and dependable, I also have the...

Care Member says "I used Lisa as a temporary caregiver for my mother while I was traveling for work. She was amazing and my mother is still asking me when I have to leave...

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Charity W.

Brentwood, TN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Charity and I am so hopeful that you would consider to allow me to love on your little ones! I am certified in Childhood Trauma and TBRI training. I've recently moved back from Michigan where I worked in foster care and extreme childhood trauma for the past year. I have an extensive background working with...

Erika R. says "Charity is fun, energetic and great with kids of all ages!"

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Courtney A.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Murfreesboro, TN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I have been babysitting for a little over 14 years. I have experience with all ages 3months-12yrs. Including special needs. I can cook, and I clean after play time and myself, drive, entertain, I was once even called "the best babysitter ever" from a 12-year-old. I enjoy working with kids. When I watch children, I like to do...

Lavonda G. says "She is extremely professional and is a great communicator. My four-month-old can be very fussy at times and Courtney has been wonderful with her. I'm...

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Andrea S.

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello there! About 4 years ago I moved to Nashville and left my jobs I held back home, both working with kids. I was an aide in a special needs classroom in the mornings and a toddler teacher at a daycare in the afternoons. Since moving to nashville I have nannied for some amazing families and created friendships that will last...

Care Member says "I cannot recommend Andrea enough. She is warm and kind and super responsible and just a true joy to work with. She can be trusted with literally any...

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Caroline W.

10+ Years Babysitting And Camp Counseing

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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Hannah M.

Reliable, Experienced and Fun Babysitter

Nashville, TN

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I just graduated with a degree in education. I have taught toddlers at my church and have worked in church with all ages. In this capacity, I have also worked with special needs children as well as with disabled young adults as a volunteer. I have provided babysitting services since I was 13 years old, and have siblings ages 7,...

Chandra M. says "This caregiver routinely provides care to her siblings, transportation, and takes them on outings for yogurt, movies, etc. Very mature young lady who...

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Tammy R.

Caregiver Available

Franklin, TN

3.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I have extensive experience babysitting, nannying, coaching gymnastics and swim lessons, and house/dog-sitting. I also have volunteer experience under an Occupational Therapist who specializes in special needs and speech therapy/sign language. I am from Franklin, TN and graduated from Lipscomb University. I finished my Master's...

Dawn A. says "She seemed amazing - hired her in early August to start mid August for 3 day a week afternoon child care and home errands. She was supposed to start on a...

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Teddi W.

Child Care

Nashville, TN

4.8(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! I'm a South Carolina native with over 16 years of experience in childcare and private home health caregiving. I've cared for clients of all ages, including newborns, children with special needs, and adults with complex medical conditions. I spent six wonderful years in Alaska, where I also served as a volunteer...

Care Member says "Teddi is AMAMZING!!!! If I could give her all the stars I would. She was amazing with my kids from day 1. She was polite, respectful, and prompt with...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.92/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Smyrna, TN are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Calee L.

I highly recommend Calee for any child care needs. Not only does she meet the requirements of an excellent employee (reliable, punctual,...

- Grace M.

Betsy B.

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...

- Nifer B.

Kebeh J.

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...

- Laura B.

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