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Karen V.

Part-time Babysitter

Westwego, LA

4.5(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
I work with special needs kid during the day as a fulltime Teacher's Assistant. I do classroom management and help students to complete assignments.

Terra J. says "Karen was great. Though her hours didn't work out for what we needed, she still wanted to meet with me and discuss the job and offer he services in the...

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Special Needs Provider

Westwego, LA

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$10/hr
Patient with special need, autism, speech disorders, medication repreparation, meal preparation, teach to feed themselves and basic life skills.
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Caring Educator And Child Care Provider

Westwego, LA

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm Kristen, and I'm 23 years old. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and a teaching certificate for grades K-6. I have experience student teaching and teaching in grades K-5, as well as tutoring grades 2-12. With my experience teaching and student teaching, I have worked with students who have special needs,...
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Harvey, LA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I recently moved to the area from Texas. I have been working as a full time nanny & household manager but I am looking for another family in need since the move. I am also always willing to help with date night or other babysitting needs. After completing university I worked as preschool teacher. When summer break...

Poornima B. says "Azkadeliah is very kind with our baby. She is playful and responsible with our baby. We trust her to take care of our baby again. She is very productive...

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Mature, Friendly Babysitter/Nanny Available

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 7+ years of experience with infants, toddlers, young children & teens. I have worked with many newborns. I also have experience with special needs, non-verbal & autistic children. Covid Vaccinated. I am CPR & first aid certified. I have a Nursing Assistant Certification. I have a business finance degree from Loyola. I...

Care Member says "She helped me with organizing our cluttered home. She's very efficient and helpful. Great with problem solving to make our home work better. "

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Child And Pet Caregiver

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Ive been a positive, patient, loving and intuitive art teacher and caregiver for over 7 years. I love to take caregiving/nannying to the next level with fun art activity's and developing a special relationship with family's. I've had amazing experiences from nannying to teaching all ages as well as working with those with...

Andrea D. says "She is very good with kids and teens. She is an artist and has experience teaching and leading art experiences."

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Fun And Attentive Nanny

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
17 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Born and grown up in Israel, I have accumulated over 17 years of experience working with children. I worked in kindergartens as well as nannied part time and full time with children of all ages, twins, and kids with special needs. Playful, energetic and creative, I love giving babies and children a lot of variety of activities,...

Care Member says "My’ayan was our nanny who turned into our family! She took such amazing care of our infant son after I went back to work and has continued to watch our...

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Metairie, LA

3.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I have over 9 years of experience working at Magnolia community services with special needs individuals (with both physical and mental disabilities). My class was mainly compromised of the older population. The focus of the class was helping and assisting each individual with daily needs of life. I have also worked for several...

Lauren B. says "Kim is wonderful and goes above and beyond with everything we've needed from her. Could not recommend more highly."

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Personal Care Attendant

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
I take care of a lady with autism. I also take care of a man with Down's syndrome and love what I do.

Cynthia S. says "She is still employed in the daytime with me. She started working after Katrina here. My daughter is special needs and is nonverbal. I trust her in my...

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Occupational Therapist Looking For Part-time Work As A Caregiver

New Orleans, LA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc. I genuinely love to help other...
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Meet Samantha

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Samantha and I have been working with children for 10+ years! I have experience with children from all backgrounds (including those with special needs). I love planning fun, educational activities with the kids and introducing them to something new! I am well traveled so one of my favorite things to do is plan...

Christine K. says "Samantha has been fantastic to work with. She's honest, dependable and open. She met us for an interview and answered all our questions. Our daughter...

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*** Experienced PT / FT Nanny ***

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Amy and I'm interested in finding a nanny position or babysitting opportunities. I was born and raised in New Orleans. I went to St. Martin's PreK - 12; attended Spring Hill and graduated from USM with a BS in Hotel, Restaurant Tourism Management. I'm also a recent graduate from LSUHSC with a masters in occupational...

Desiree E. says "We hired Amy to watch our 2 children in the evenings while staying in New Orleans. Amy was very easy to communicate with, punctual, made dinner for our...

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Caregiver With A Heart.

Kenner, LA

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$8/hr
6 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and will always place you first. I have experience with infants to the elderly. My first and only priority is you. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children to the elderly. I am very patient and my schedule is very flexible.
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Nanny Experienced in Working With Special Needs Populations

Metairie, LA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have worked in childcare since 2002, and am currently employed as a Special Educator in Jefferson Parish. I have experience with children with special needs, and worked at a therapy summer camp specializing in behavioral and social support and strategies in a wilderness environment. Other special needs experience includes...
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New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Sheila, a student based in the Uptown area with experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I specialize in caring for older kids and can assist with homework, meal preparation, and light cleaning. Additionally, I am CPR and First Aid certified, ensuring a safe and supportive...
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New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience with elderly and Alzheimer's paitents along with special needs care. I can help with Transportation Services and House cleaning. I assist in any daily needs from companionship to hospice aide. If at the end of the day I can make your loved one or yourself smile or laugh, then I've met my goal for...
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Part-time Caregiver For Exceptional Children

New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
In addition to having been a public school teacher working with children with exceptionalities, I also currently work with a disabled elder, and I myself had a stroke a few years ago that left me with my own exceptionalities, which helps me connect with others who have "special needs". I have the empathy, experience, creative...
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child care

New Orleans, LA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Angela! I would describe my personality as compassionate, vigilant, and sympathetic. I like working with kids because I have a youthful soul; I thoroughly enjoy guiding and caring for them. I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling and allows me to work with amazing children. I started working with kids when I began...
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I Can Do It All

Harvey, LA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Cassie I have 22 years experience in cleaning I also have 12 years experience with special needs children I do carpool laundry pick up organizing really anything you need thank you for your time
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Bilingual Babysitter With Lots Of Experience!

New Orleans, LA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm an experienced K-6 educator based in New Orleans with over 11 years in the classroom, working with students of all ages, needs, and backgrounds. I'm currently taking a break from teaching and looking for temporary childcare work during August and September. In addition to teaching, I've worked as a nanny and personal...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.00/hr as of January 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Westwego, LA

Special Needs Caregivers in Westwego, LA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Karen V.

Karen was great. Though her hours didn't work out for what we needed, she still wanted to meet with me and discuss the job and offer he...

- Terra J.

Azkadeliah L.

Azkadeliah is very kind with our baby. She is playful and responsible with our baby. We trust her to take care of our baby again. She is...

- Poornima B.

Imna M.

She helped me with organizing our cluttered home. She's very efficient and helpful. Great with problem solving to make our home work better....

- Care member

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