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Sarah D.

I Am Available Part Time Or Full Time

Watkinsville, GA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Child care is my passion. I have worked with children for the last 14+ years, and have a broad range of experience. I have kept children with special needs including feeding tubes, breathing treatments, heart monitors and routine medications. I just got CPR and first aid and fire safety certified. I also worked in a church...

Katharine P. says "Sarah was our "at home" babysitter for the first several months of my son's life. He was born very premature and couldn't be placed in a daycare. She...

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Watkinsville, GA

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$16/hr
10 years experience
My name is Jessie. I am a mom to 3 wonderful children. Two sons & one daughter. All of my children are now grown. My daughter suffered from an anoxic brain injury (in 2004) at 12 weeks old. Over the past 20 years I have learned so much from taking care of her. On 2/9/24, my daughter was called home to Heaven. Being her caregiver...
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Former SAH Mom Looking For A Senior To Care For Giving Them Dignity During Their Final Years.

Watkinsville, GA

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$8/hr
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient and loving. I like caring for seniors because I've watched my mom care for senior relatives and now for my dad. I believe I have the love and patience to give seniors. I'm looking for a job that cares for seniors. I have been a caregiver most of my adult life. I was in the military...
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Watkinsville, GA

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$8/hr
4 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
I've worked in a home with elderly and special needs adults when I lived in Ohio from 2013 to 2015, and assisted with elderly care patients in there home for 2 and half years on and off there after. I have no issue with assisting in changing clothes, daily housekeeping and laundry, meal preparation and dispensing medications...
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Nanny/Part-time Caregiver

Athens, GA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi there! I'm Leslie, a seasoned child and senior caregiver based in the Athens, GA area. My past 20+ years of caregiving experience have spanned across the U. S. and my home country, Honduras. In Honduras, I worked as a doctor in the healthcare system and cared for countless hospitalized children and senior citizens and gave...

Care Member says "Leslie is experienced, knowledgeable, and a wonderful person to get to know. We are totally comfortable leaving our infant in her care, and we've...

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Part Time Sitter/ Nanny Available For Nights /Weekends/ Occassional Care

Athens, GA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hello. My name is Ashley. I have over 16 years of childcare experience from babysitting to being a nanny, substitute teaching and working at a child care facility. Caring for and helping others is what I thrive for. I have experience with ages newborn - 13 years of age . I have experience with multiples and special needs as...

Amber B. says "Absolutely love her! She does fantastic with the kids and they adore her. I would highly recommend to anyone. "

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Athens, GA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
Hello my name is Lasheater. I am 37 years of age with a big heart for caring for elderly people, dementia , Alzheimer's, disabled, special needs people with illnesses, cancer, and kids and more. I have been helping people since I was 18 years old so like 19 years experience . I have two kids 20 and 17 who are my life. I am...
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Athens, GA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Hi parents! My name is Audrey Pursell and I'm a junior at the University of Georgia looking for a family to babysit for. I am one of four kids and have a sister with special needs, so I'm very comfortable working with all kinds of children. I've also volunteered with Extra Special People (ESP) in Athens, which has deepened my...
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Lasheater's Homecare Services

Athens, GA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
home modification
dementia
live-in home care
respite care
I am 43 years old and I am a loving person with a big heart. Caring for people is a passion for me whether you are old, young, or just totally disabled and need that small or big hand of assistance, I am that person. There is no problem with me having to lift anyone. I have been doing nursing since I was 18 years old and I love...
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20+ Year Experienced Critical Care Registered Nurse

Athens, GA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
My diverse experience in Critical Care Nursing has provided me with the skill set to provide non-skilled care to both adults and children in the home care setting while at the same time giving family reassurance that their loved one is being cared for by a well-educated and professional individual. I have worked with medically...
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Athens, GA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I am a current student at the university of Georgia hoping to make some extra money over the summer. I have been consistently babysitting for the last 5 years and served as a nanny my junior and senior year of highschool. I also have experience with pets and individuals with special needs. I'd describe my personality as...
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Experienced Fun And Creative Sitter

Arnoldsville, GA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience in the Las Vegas Valley. I have worked with all ages, and have helped families with Special Needs Children. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation, Errands, House work, ect. I'm an artist full time as well, as will have no problem bringing that creative side out of your Children. I have...
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Athens, GA

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$15/hr
19 years experience
Hi! I'm Megan! I recently finished my PhD in Genetics at UGA and I am looking for childcare work while I secure a permanent position in my field. I have nearly 20 years of experience caring for children from newborn to teen, having started baby sitting at 12 years old. I am very professional and personable, looking to help...
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Athens, GA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
home modification
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My journey as a caregiver has been shaped by both personal and professional experiences. Raising my son with autism taught me patience, creativity, and adaptability-qualities I now bring to my caregiving work with seniors and individuals with special needs. I approach caregiving as more than a job; it's a calling built on...
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Athens, GA

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$9/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello families!! I am a student at the University of Georgia studying Elementary Education. I am looking for sitting jobs during the times that I am not in class or working at my job at a local Montessori school, where I am the lead Afterschool teacher for pre-primary. I have experience with special needs children, newborns+,...
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Caregiver To Our ASD, ADHD, And Mantal Illness Friends

Athens, GA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
I have lots of experience with children with ASD, as I have a brother with it. He also has some friends with ASD that I have taken care of in the past as well. With ASD often come ADHD, which I have also taken care of in lots of little children that I have cared for through the years. I am in IB high level psychology, so I...

Shannon G. says "Katie was wonderful! Watched our 1 year old son for a full day while we attended a wedding. So sweet, communicative, and handled our emotional son so...

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Full Time Special Needs Teacher, And Available Nanny/sitter For The Summer!

Monroe, GA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
My name is April. During the school year I work as a special education teacher, focusing on helping the visually impaired. I have worked with children of all ages from infants to teens. I have over 20 years of teaching experience as well as personally being a mother of 4, all grown up now :) I am looking for a family I could...
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Expert Caregiver & Educator: Special Needs And Academic Tutoring

Athens, GA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Compassionate Senior Care Aid with Specialized Experience Hello, I'm Melody, a dedicated Senior Care Aid with extensive experience in supporting elderly individuals, including those recovering from brain injuries and living with developmental disabilities. My background with United Cerebral Palsy and personal caregiving...
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Special needs

Athens, GA

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Thank you for considering me for the care you seek. Please ask any questions regarding care or availability!
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  • 39 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.25/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Watkinsville, GA

Special Needs Caregivers in Watkinsville, GA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 39 listed special needs caregivers

Sarah D.

Sarah was our "at home" babysitter for the first several months of my son's life. He was born very premature and couldn't be placed in a...

- Katharine P.

Leslie A.

Leslie is experienced, knowledgeable, and a wonderful person to get to know. We are totally comfortable leaving our infant in her care, and...

- Care member

Ashley D.

Absolutely love her! She does fantastic with the kids and they adore her. I would highly recommend to anyone.

- Amber B.

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