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42 special needs caregivers are listed in Zachary, LA
The average rate is $12/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Zachary, LA
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My name is Angelle and I am 31-years-old and I live in Luling. I do various jobs! I sit with children and adults and with special needs too. I enjoy caring for pets as well. I also water plants and check mail and newspaper, while you and your family are away on vacation so you don't have to stress yourself out about what to do....
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Hey I am Jalsia a nursing online student in need of some extra cash I was a TA for special needs 2nd graders for 2 years . I am loving , patient , caring , dependable, and just out right fun. I promise to make your job as a parent a lot less stressful. I also provide a background check and motor vehicles check if desired. I also...
4.0
"My kids took to her very well and she gave me updates through the night and the next day. Very professional woman!"
Reviewed by Erielle S.
Angelle D.
Zachary, LA
$12-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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My name is Angelle and I am 34-years-old and I live in Luling. I do various jobs! I sit with children and adults and with special needs too. I enjoy caring for pets as well. I also water plants and check mail and newspaper, while you and your family are away on vacation so you don't have to stress yourself out about what to do....
5.0
"My kid loves Angelle. She keeps him entertained and takes time to know him. I'm very thankful for her."
Reviewed by Ann H.
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My name is Angelle and I am 34-years-old and I live in Luling. I do various jobs! I sit with children and adults and with special needs too. I enjoy caring for pets as well. I also water plants and check mail and newspaper, while you and your family are away on vacation so you don't have to stress yourself out about what to do....
5.0
"Angelle is a sweet and gentle individual who sits with and cares for our elderly aunt. She also makes herself available to run errands for us and otherwise helps out in any way she can with the needs of our...
Reviewed by Bernie S.
Whitnie D.
Zachary, LA
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
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My name is whitnie. I live in Zachary. I have a disabled child myself so I know what it's like being pulled in all directions. I also care for a highly disabled child some night a week.
Diamond C.
Zachary, LA
$18-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
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My name is Diamond I'm 23 years old and I am a licensed esthetician, doula, and herbalist. I have 5+ years of experience nannying for children ages newborn-15 years old, and I have experience working with multiples and special needs children. I was a special education classroom aide, and a camp counselor for children ages 6-14....
Regina K.
Baker, LA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm a very Loving Honest person I have been a caregiver for over 25 + years now. I'm very good with special needs
5.0
"Regina helps with my autistic son and is great!"
Reviewed by Laura B.
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I'm a positive and energetic mother of four children and a grandmother of six grandchildren. For 10 plus years I've worked in Geriatrics and Behavioral Health Facilities. I have a passion for working with the elderly population and those with developmental disabilities. I'm looking to make added income while doing the things...
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My last years of teaching were in a Self Contained Least Resistance class of 9 children. I taught these children multiple years until they would move into 5th grade. Cognitively my student's were at least 2 grade levels behind but I taught them with varied learning materials and styles. My children were mostly nonverbal and had...
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Hi! I have 20 plus years experience working in the medical field. 3 years in a hospital. 12 years in nursing homes and the last 5 years have been in home care. I have worked with dementia, Parkinson, special needs and hospice patients. Responsibilities have included bathing, feeding, toileting, incontinence care, meal...
5.0
"We are in a tough situation with my elderly mother. Melinda was always there to assist her every need and went the extra mile. Since my mom has short term memory loss, Melinda was great about communicating with...
Reviewed by Tina R.
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Hello, my name is Erica, I have had about nine years experience of various childcare jobs and something I really enjoy doing. I have worked with children with special needs from emotional to disabilities before.
I am willing to do housework and cooking and other house hold tasks and errands if able to. I really love and believe...
5.0
"Erica cared for my son, who is severely autistic. She was polite and professional, and she was very attentive and patient with my son. "
Reviewed by Laura B.
Emily Q.
Baton Rouge, LA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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My name is Emily and I'm from Baton Rouge, LA. I'm a full-time pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, but am often looking for babysitting opportunities to occupy my nights and/or weekends! I'm known for being a very reliable, trustworthy, caring, and fun babysitter. I've been babysitting for 10+ years and have experience with...
5.0
"Emily is a flexible and responsible individual, who is easy to communicate with and a natural with children. She is friendly and interactive with our son, also makes us feel at ease when leaving. She is...
Reviewed by Miranda D.
Julie H.
Baton Rouge, LA
$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Experience as a nanny for a family with three children, from ages 1-8. Assisted with activities, tutoring, meal time, household chores, and bed time. Experienced with kids from 0-12, females and males. Experienced in kids church and counseling as well as developmentally challenged kids or kids from divorced families. I enjoy...
5.0
"Julie was great! She was able to care for our sick baby on short notice. She showed up on time, communicated well, was respectful, and very friendly. My baby was happy in her care and we plan to hire Julie...
Reviewed by Carlee H.
Brandi R.
Baton Rouge, LA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Needs Mother, Medical Assistant Available For Full Time Work But Willing To Take Part Time.
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My name is Brandi, and I am a Medical Assistant and personal caregiver. I, along with my sister have taken care of our mother who has epilepsy and mental problems for as long as I can remember. We both still now take care of our mother and our grandmother who raised us. I have experience with Parkinson's, Dementia, Feeding...
5.0
"She took care of a family member, we really miss how helpful and dependable she was"
Reviewed by Mavis H.
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I used to work at a clinic in Alaska with children with special needs. It was amazing and it opened my eyes to parents needing some additional support at times. That is my number one: being able to help parents with their children so that they can feel confident and comfortable that they will be provided for.
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I have experience with special needs children as my brother has autism. I have also sat with a special needs child who could not do things for herself (eat, clean herself, etc). I'm fun loving and ready to put a smile on your child's face!
Ayva R.
Baton Rouge, LA
$13-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Ayva and I am currently working as a registered behavioral technician at a center for children with autism. Prior to my work as an RBT, I was a caregiver for adults with down syndrome. I have been a caregiver for children of all age ranges since 2018 and am comfortable with multiple kids, as well as special needs....
Mona B.
Baton Rouge, LA
$12-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Well experience caregiver that believes in the Good Lord & his miraculous power. I am equipped and proper trained in every area concerning the health and help for others. This is my passion & I live what I do. Allowing me to assist you and your Family would be a plus.
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Hi! I'm Julie, and I have / have been diagnosed with : ADHD, ASD (Aspergers), chronic depression, and BPD. I use my knowledge of these conditions to help me better understand and care for those who also have them. While I have learned to mask my ASD fairly well over the years, I hope that my advice and patience and attendance...
Kelsie P.
Baton Rouge, LA
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Super Fun And Exciting Babysitter To Help Your Family Out !!!!
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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Laundry. I am currently a sophomore in college. This semester I will be available most of the day Monday Wednesday and Friday and afternoons any other day. I'm very flexible and I love children and animals. I am also CPR certified and I love doing fun...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Zachary, LA
Jalisia W.
5.0
Awesome with my kids, over exceeded my expectations!
- Chrissy W.
Angelle D.
5.0
My kid loves Angelle. She keeps him entertained and takes time to know him. I'm very thankful for her.
- Ann H.
Angelle D.
5.0
Angelle is an honest, dependable, hard working lady who is knowledgeable in the care giving profession. She is attentive and totally focused on the person in her care's needs and goes above and beyond as a loving helper. She was such a blessing to us while our mother was at home on hospice.
- JoAnn L.
Regina K.
5.0
Regina helps with my autistic son and is great!
- Laura B.
Melinda M.
5.0
Melinda was a wonderful caregiver for my Mother. She went above and beyond for our family. She was patient and kind. She was reliable and genuinely cared about keeping my mom comfortable. Our family is so blessed to have found her. I highly recommend her.
- Stacy C.
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Ratings for Zachary, LA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Zachary, LA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 42 listed special needs caregivers.